Abstract: An interactive device is operable to receive a first plurality of sensed signals during a first temporal period. The first plurality of sensed signals indicate a first plurality of changes in electrical characteristics of a set of electrodes of the plurality of electrodes. A first impedance pattern identifying a passive device is detected based on interpreting the first plurality of changes in the electrical characteristics of the set of electrodes during the first temporal period. The passive device is detected based on detecting the first impedance pattern. Written user notion data is detected based on detecting movement of the passive device in relation to the interactive display device during the first temporal period. The written user notation data is processed for display in accordance with at least one display setting corresponding to the passive device.

Abstract: A fantasy sports audio simulation system that provides an audio experience that allows contest participants and spectators to listen to a simulated virtual fantasy sports contest. These simulations can occur at any time between any two or more contest participants, like mini contests within the context of a broader league. Once a league is formed and team rosters are created, numerical calculations are performed based on real-athlete statistics to determine a current “state” of performance for all virtual athletes in gameplay. Further simulation inputs can be provided by artificial intelligence, coaching, randomization, and other factors. This statistical analysis is the basis for assigning performance variables to each virtual athlete, which allows the system to calculate numerical point values based on the performance of each virtual athlete and team in this fantasy sports auditory simulation system.

Abstract: A capacitive touch screen display operates by: receiving a plurality of sensed signals indicating variations in mutual capacitance associated with a plurality of cross points formed by a plurality of electrodes; generating capacitance image data associated with the plurality of cross points that includes positive capacitance variation data corresponding to positive variations of the capacitance image data from a nominal value and negative capacitance variation data corresponding to negative variations of the capacitance image data from the nominal value; determining, based on the positive capacitance variation data and the negative capacitance variation data, an upper threshold and a lower threshold; generating compensated capacitance image data, based on the upper threshold and the lower threshold; and processing the compensated capacitance image data to determine a proximal condition of the touch screen display.

Abstract: A basketball goal sensing system includes a sensor assembly integrated with the cover plate pad of a commercially available basketball hoop. The sensor assembly includes a plurality of infrared LEDs and a plurality of sensors for detecting infrared light that reflects off an object passing through the basketball rim and/or net. If an object passing through the rim and/or net exhibits a reflective profile of a basketball, the system considers the event to be a goal and transmits a signal to the base station. If that goal is a clock-stopping event the game clock is stopped.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for providing media presentations to a user. The methods include determining one or more media presentations to present to a user; providing one or more media presentations as options for selection by the user; receiving a selection of the user of one media presentation from the provided one or more media presentations; and transmitting the selected one media presentation to a display of a headset.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for remote management of hardware security modules (HSMs) includes receiving a command request from a mobile device. The command request includes an encrypted key part and an encrypted signing key. The HSM decrypts the command request using a key associated with a security zone of the mobile device. The HSM decrypts the encrypted key part and the encrypted signing key. Decrypting the encrypted key part and the encrypted signing key includes using the key associated with the security zone of the mobile device and a key associated with a remote administrator associated with the mobile device. A command is generated for a domain with a target HSM. The command is generated using the decrypted key part and the decrypted signing key. The command is transmitted to the domain for execution by the target HSM. Various other methods, systems, and computer-readable media are also disclosed.

Abstract: A non-pressurized fluid reservoir for a vehicle coolant system includes a bottle configured to store fluid. The bottle has a neck defining an inner circumferential surface that is devoid of threads. The reservoir further includes a cap having a lid and a shank extending from the lid. The shank has an outer circumferential surface and with a spiral ramp supported on the outer circumferential surface to encircle a portion of the shank. The shank is receivable within the neck with the spiral ramp adjacent to the inner circumferential surface to mitigate fluid leaks through the neck.

Abstract: A force detection system includes first and second sets of pressure sensors, memory, and a processing module. The first set of pressure sensors are in an insole of a shoe and the second set of pressure sensors are in an outsole of a shoe. The processing module receives first data regarding the first set of pressure sensors and generates a first digital representation of the first data. The processing module also receives second data regarding the second set of pressure sensors and generates a second digital representation of the second data. The processing module also writes the first and second digital representations to the memory.

Abstract: Fiber Bragg grating (FBG) sensors are used to provide measurement of chordae tendineae forces. Two basic modes of operation are considered, The first mode is a research mode, where the FBG sensors are affixed to native chordae in situ and preferably in vivo to provide data on chordae forces in a beating heart under various conditions (e.g., normal, hypertensive, etc.), The second mode is a clinical mode, where the FBG sensor can be used to measure tension on a prosthetic neochord during the surgical procedure to implant the prosthesis.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting a post-amputation residuum comprises a shell defining a hollow interior cavity adapted for receiving and covering a distal portion of the residuum. The shell has an opening into the cavity at the distal end. A proximal portion of a compression sleeve is adapted to be disposed over at least a portion of the residuum. A free distal portion of the sleeve is configured to extend through the opening in the shell. The sleeve everts upon application of a longitudinal force to the distal portion of the sleeve in a proximal direction for folding over and covering the shell. The distal portion of the sleeve extends proximally of the shell to a position at least partially along the proximal portion of the sleeve for compressing the shell inwardly toward the residuum.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a computer system is described. In some embodiments, the computer system generates a suggested collection of applications based at least in part on a first application selected by a client device, receives a second selection of a second application from the suggested collection of applications, integrates the first application and second application with a client application on the host platform, receives a request to perform an operation on the client application, selects at least one of the first application or the second application of the client application to perform the operation based on a determination that the at least one of the first application or the second application have access to the database, sends a request to perform the operation to the selected first or second application, and receives a set of results based on performance of the operation.

Abstract: Apparatuses including spark gap structures for electrical overstress (EOS) monitoring or protection, and associated methods, are disclosed. In an aspect, a vertical spark gap device includes a substrate having a horizontal main surface, a first conductive layer and a second conductive layer each extending over the substrate and substantially parallel to the horizontal main surface while being separated in a vertical direction crossing the horizontal main surface. One of the first and second conductive layers is electrically connected to a first voltage node and the other of the first and second conductive layers is electrically connected to a second voltage node. The first and second conductive layers serve as one or more arcing electrode pairs and have overlapping portions configured to generate one or more arc discharges extending generally in the vertical direction in response to an EOS voltage signal received between the first and second voltage nodes.

Abstract: A system, device, and methods for providing protection of an appendage of a human or animal is provided. The protective system can be a protective boot that includes a cage sized and configured to follow the contours of the distal limb of an animal such as a horse. A plurality of openings are defined in the cage. The cage provides protection of the distal limb and permeability of air flow towards and/or around the distal limb.

Abstract: A system for wirelessly obtaining physiological data from a subject includes a sensor patch and a separate electronics package. The sensor patch is disposed on and adheres to the subject, and includes a first part of a releasable electrical connector. An electronics package includes a second part of the first releasable electrical connector, which is used to physically and electrically connect the electronics package to the sensor patch. The electronics package includes a flexible substrate, with shells set on this substrate. The shells enclose the electronics. The shells are connected by a flexible circuit board. Analog front end circuitry is placed in one shell, while the wireless transceiver is placed in the other shell.

Abstract: A tool holder for a gun-shaped power tool includes a base including a first slot and a second slot extending parallel to the first slot, a first support member adjustably securable along the first slot and along a first side of the base, and a second support member adjustably securable along the second slot and along the first side of the base. A tool bit and/or a barrel of the tool may be supported by surfaces of the support members when the tool is stored in the tool holder, so that a grip of the tool is readily accessible by a user. The power tool holder provides a structure for ergonomically positioning and storing a gun-shaped power tool, improving the ease and speed of access of the tool during assembly operations.

Abstract: A composite airfoil assembly for a gas turbine engine, the composite airfoil assembly comprising a composite airfoil, a first cladding, and a second cladding. The composite airfoil having a core comprising a composite structure having a core bulk modulus and a laminate skin applied to at least a portion of an exterior of the core. The first cladding and the second cladding are coupled to an outer surface of the composite airfoil.

Abstract: Apparatuses including spark gap structures for electrical overstress (EOS) monitoring or protection, and associated methods, are disclosed. In an aspect, a spark gap array includes a sheet resistor and an array of arcing electrode pairs formed over a substrate. The array of arcing electrode pairs includes first arcing electrodes formed on the sheet resistor and a second arcing electrode arranged as a sheet formed over the first arcing electrodes and separated from the first arcing electrodes by an arcing gap. The first arcing electrodes and second arcing electrode are electrically connected to first and second voltage nodes, respectively, and the arcing electrode pairs are configured to generate arc discharges in response to an EOS voltage signal received between the first and second voltage nodes.

Abstract: Apparatuses including spark gap structures for electrical overstress (EOS) monitoring or protection, and associated methods, are disclosed. In an aspect, a spark gap device includes first and second conductive layers formed over a substrate, where the first and second conductive layers are electrically connected to first and second voltage nodes, respectively. The first conductive layer includes a plurality of arcing tips configured to form arcing electrode pairs with the second conductive layer to form an arc discharge in response to an EOS voltage between the first and second voltage nodes. The spark gap device further includes a series ballast resistor electrically connected between the arcing tips and the first voltage node, where the ballast resistor in formed in a metallization layer over the substrate and a resistance of the series ballast resistor is substantially higher than a resistance of the second conductive layer.

Abstract: Systems and methods for dynamic content placement based on pixel count confidences in pre-existing content. For example, the system may receive a first media asset. The system may determine a first pixel count requirement for the first media asset, wherein the first pixel count requirement indicates a required number of pixels appearing in objects for incorporating the first media asset. The system may identify a first object in a second media asset. The system may determine, using an artificial intelligence model, a first pixel count confidence that the first object meets the first pixel count requirement. The system may, in response to determining that the first pixel count confidence corresponds to the threshold pixel count confidence, generate for display, in a user interface, the first media asset at the first object while the second media asset is presented.

Abstract: Examples of the present disclosure describe systems and methods for implementing a software-based security abstraction engine in a one-way transfer (OWT) system. In examples, data is received at a first device in the OWT system. A first set of policies is identified based on a dataflow identifier associated with the transfer of the data. A policy engine associated with the first set of policies applies the first set of policies to the data to create digital signatures. The digital signatures are evaluated by the security abstraction engine to determine whether the set of digital signatures is valid. If the digital signatures are determined to be valid, a provenance digital signature is created for the data and a second set of policies is applied to the data. The data is then transmitted to a second device or destination in the OWT system based on the dataflow identifier.