Abstract: A device and system for and methods of using an ultrasound probe housing containing ultrasound probes configured to produce images inside the body of a patient for procedures requiring needle or probe insertion. The ultrasound probe housing can be configured with a guide channel cut-out or aperture between the ambient side and body side of a patient. A needle guide assembly may be pivotally connected internal to the guide channel cut-out or aperture of the ultrasound probe housing at a pivot point such that during use the needle enters the patient through the needle guide assembly within the ultrasonic probe housing so that the needle can be visualized by the ultrasonic probes in real time. The ultrasound probe housing may also provide an adhesion or suction quality to the body side of the device to facilitate aspects of the invention.

Abstract: A device and system for and methods of using an ultrasound probe housing containing ultrasound probes configured to produce images inside the body of a patient for procedures requiring needle or probe insertion. The ultrasound probe housing can be configured with a guide channel cut-out or aperture between the ambient side and body side of a patient. A needle guide assembly may be pivotally connected internal to the guide channel cut-out or aperture of the ultrasound probe housing at a pivot point such that during use the needle enters the patient through the needle guide assembly within the ultrasonic probe housing so that the needle can be visualized by the ultrasonic probes in real time. The ultrasound probe housing may also provide an adhesion or suction quality to the body side of the device to facilitate aspects of the invention.

Abstract: Implementations relate to generating multi-modal response(s) through utilization of large language model(s) (LLM(s)) and other generative model(s). Processor(s) of a system can: receive natural language (NL) based input, generate a multi-modal response that is responsive to the NL based output, and cause the multi-modal response to be rendered. In some implementations, and in generating the multi-modal response, the processor(s) can process, using a LLM, LLM input to generate LLM output, and determine, based on the LLM output, textual content and generative multimedia content for inclusion in the multi-modal response. In some implementations, the generative multimedia content can be generated by another generative model (e.g., an image generator, a video generator, an audio generator, etc.) based on generative multimedia content prompt(s) included in the LLM output and that is indicative of the generative multimedia content.

Abstract: Systems and methods describe providing deep learning-based detection of gravitational waves. In one embodiment, the system: trains a deep learning classifier using a first set of waveform data from GW detectors; applies the trained deep learning classifier to a second set of waveform data to identify candidate GW signals; generates an SNR ranking statistic from the output of the trained deep learning classifier; determines SNR rankings of the candidate GW signals using the generated SNR ranking statistic; evaluates the compatibility between candidate GW signals from different detectors by comparing arrival times and parameters of the candidate GW signals; estimates a plurality of detection significance scores associated with the candidate GW signals by analyzing clusters of identified candidate GW signals that pass or fail the compatibility evaluation; and outputs at least a subset of the identified GW signals based on their SNR rankings and detection significance scores.

Abstract: A number of variations disclosed may include a product which may include a mounting system having an inner sleeve, an outer sleeve and a plurality of spaced apart dampers between the inner sleeve and outer sleeve.

Abstract: A bushing displacing system comprising an engaging member and a brace member. The engaging member is configured to engage the brace assembly to displace the engaging member in the displacement direction and at least a portion of the bushing assembly to displace at least a portion of the bushing assembly in the displacement direction. The brace member is adapted to engage the brace assembly and the structural member. Operation of the actuator displaces at least one of the brace assembly and the engaging member in the displacement direction relative to the structural member such that the engaging member displaces at least a portion of the bushing assembly towards a desired position relative to the housing opening in the structural member.

Abstract: A kit of parts for forming a foreline for coupling a process chamber to a vacuum pumping and/or abatement system, the kit comprising: a plurality of foreline segments; wherein each foreline segment is a pipe that comprises: a first substantially straight end portion; a second substantially straight end portion opposite to the first end portion; and an intermediate portion disposed between the first and second end portions and connected to the first and second end portions by respective bends; the first and second end portions are substantially parallel to each other; the intermediate portion is oblique to the first and second end portions; and the foreline segments are configured to be attached together so as to form a continuous foreline.

Abstract: According to an aspect, an electrochemical cell may include an electrolyte and an anode in the electrolyte, the anode including an iron-containing active material, at least one of the anode and the electrolyte including an additive reactive to inhibit hydrogen evolution in a charge state and in a resting state of the electrochemical cell, and the additive in a concentration greater than about 10 and less than about 10,000 atoms of additive per million atoms iron of the iron-containing active material.

Abstract: The present disclosure comprises an evaporative cooling assembly (200) for cooling an apparatus (220), and a method for cooling an apparatus (220). The evaporative cooling assembly comprises a refrigerant tank (202), the refrigerant tank (202) containing refrigerant (204). The apparatus also comprises a first evaporator (210) configured to be positioned proximal to the apparatus (220), and a second evaporator (216) positioned to cool the refrigerant tank (202). Each of the first evaporator (210) and the second evaporator (216) are in fluid communication with the refrigerant tank (202), and the second evaporator (216) is positioned downstream of the first evaporator (210). The method for cooling a heated apparatus (220) comprises passing a refrigerant (204) from a refrigerant tank (202) to a first evaporator (210), which is located proximal to the apparatus (220).

Abstract: Aspects describe a dual-planar retaining piece for stabilizing and securing earpiece in a wearer's ear. The retaining piece is either fixed or removable from the earpiece. The retaining piece includes a first cantilevered portion shaped to flexibly fit under the antitragus of a wearer's ear when the earpiece is worn, a second cantilevered portion shaped to flexibly fit under the antihelix of the wearer's ear when the earpiece is worn, and at least one attachment feature that couples the retaining piece to a body of the earpiece, wherein the body is shaped to fit in the lower concha of the wearer's ear when the earpiece is worn. In aspects, the first and second cantilevered portions are integrally formed.

Abstract: The disclosure provides an effervescent composition adapted for oral use, the composition including an effervescent material; one or more fillers in a total amount of at least about 30% by weight, the one or more fillers including at least one sugar alcohol; at least one active ingredient; and optionally, a lipid in an amount of at least about 20% by weight. Melting effervescent compositions are also provided, which include the lipid.

Abstract: Tissue sample cassettes for receiving tissue samples include an upper tray including compartments separated by dividers, a lower tray coupled to the upper tray and having a central recess, and an absorbent material located in the recess of the lower tray. Related systems and methods for automated gross processing of tissue samples are also disclosed.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure include an apparatus and methods for the plasma processing of a substrate. Some embodiments are directed to a plasma processing chamber. The plasma processing chamber generally includes a planar coil region comprising a plurality of planar coils, a first power supply circuit coupled to at least two of the plurality of planar coils, a concentric coil region at least partially surrounding the planar coil region, and a second power supply circuit coupled to at least two of a plurality of concentric coils. The first power supply circuit may be configured to bias the at least two of the plurality of planar coils to affect a plasma in a center region of the plasma processing chamber, and the second power supply circuit may be configured to bias the at least two of the plurality of concentric coils to affect the plasma in an outer region.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dispersants comprising a polyester derived from a plurality of poly(carbonylalkyleneoxy) chains (and optionally a fatty acid) and an amine, wherein said dispersants have an acid value of less than 15 mgKOH/g. The dispersants as described herein provide desirable viscosity profiles when in use. More especially some embodiments provide improved compatibility with certain solvents in dispersions, and/or are particularly suitable for use in battery systems.

Abstract: Implementations relate to managing multimedia content that is obtained by large language model(s) (LLM(s)) and/or generated by other generative model(s). Processor(s) of a system can: receive natural language (NL) based input that requests multimedia content, generate a response that is responsive to the NL based input, and cause the response to be rendered. In some implementations, and in generating the response, the processor(s) can process, using a LLM, LLM input to generate LLM output, and determine, based on the LLM output, at least multimedia content to be included in the response. Further, the processor(s) can evaluate the multimedia content to determine whether it should be included in the response. In response to determining that the multimedia content should not be included in the response, the processor(s) can cause the response, including alternative multimedia content or other textual content, to be rendered.

Abstract: A processing system provides two-way communication between an electroanatomic navigation and mapping system (EAMS) and a head-mounted display (HMD). A user wearing the HMD can use hands-free or touch-free actions to interact with a user interface for EAMS information displayed by the HMD (e.g., 3D augmented reality graphics) or by a display monitor (e.g., 2D graphics). For example, the processing system updates the position of a cursor on the display monitor to track a gaze direction of the user as determined by the HMD.

Abstract: Computer-implemented systems and methods for rendering a visual effect on a graphical element, including: generating an initial visual effect based on the graphical element; computing a mask shape based on the graphical element; generating a mask based on the mask shape from the graphical element; masking the initial visual effect based on the mask to generate a masked visual effect; and combining the masked visual effect with the graphical element into a combined graphical element and visual effect.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for operating a building management system using a lighting control interface are described herein. One device includes an occupancy sensing component, a lighting control interface configured to connect the occupancy sensing device to a lighting control channel of a building, and a building management system (BMS) interface configured to connect the occupancy sensing device to a BMS channel of the building.

Abstract: Systems and methods for motor regeneration are provided. One method for motor regeneration includes receiving a torque command and a maximum DC current from an electronic control unit, determining a drive unit loss, generating a DC current, and providing the DC current to a DC battery pack. Generating the DC current is based, at least in part, on the torque command, the maximum DC current, and the drive unit loss. The method advantageously generates the maximum amount of DC current that is acceptable by the battery pack while keeping the torque availability high and consistent. The generated DC current is also known as the maximum battery charge DC current.

Abstract: Devices and methods are provided that utilize two adjacent nanopore readers for sequencing of a polymer or a portion thereof.