Abstract: The present disclosure includes systems and techniques relating to input/output (I/O) command aggregation for Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) enabled devices.

Abstract: Techniques for forming and using multi-space associative memory units are disclosed. One example method for retrieving classification rules for data objects begins with the retrieval of a first action for the data object by performing a first lookup in a first associative memory space in a memory unit, using a first key formed from the data object. A second action for the data object is retrieved by performing a second lookup in a second associative memory space, using a second key formed from the data object. The lookups are performed simultaneously, in some embodiments, or serially, in others. In some embodiments, the second lookup is performed after the first, in response to an information element retrieved from the first lookup, the information element indicating that an additional associative memory lookup is needed. A final action for the data object is determined from the results of the first and second lookups.

Abstract: The systems and methods described herein may be used to recommend an item to a consumer. The methods may comprise determining, based on a collaborative filtering algorithm, a consumer relevance value associated with an item, and transmitting, based on the consumer relevance value, information associated with the item to a consumer. A collaborative filtering algorithm may receive as an input at least one of: a transaction history associated with the consumer, a demographic of the consumer, a consumer profile, a type of transaction account, a transaction account associated with the consumer, a period of time that the consumer has held a transaction account, a size of wallet, a share of wallet, and/or the like. The method may further comprise generating a ranked list of items based upon a plurality of consumer relevance values, transmitting a ranked list of items to a consumer, and/or re-ranking a ranked list of items based upon a merchant goal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and apparatus for manufacturing a treated web. The subject methods and apparatus involve the control of numerous variables, including, without limitation, web tension (both overall web tension as well as the web tension immediately before and after each individual blade), angle of entry of web into each blade, blade angle in relation to horizontal reference point, blade pressure against moving web, angle of exit of web from each blade, web speed, number of blades, the pressure of the leading nip rolls, the pressure of the trailing nip rolls, static control, thickness of each blade, bevel on each blade, oven cure temperature, oven cure dwell time, blade temperature and blade surfaces and edge conditions and blade finish.

Abstract: The present invention relates to unique isoforms of eukaryotic initiation Factor 5A (“eIF-5A”): senescence-induced eIF-5A; wounding-induced eIF-5A; and growth eIF-5A, as well as polynucleotides that encode these three factors. The present invention also relates to methods involving modulating the expression of these factors. The present invention also relates to deoxyhypusine synthase (“DHS”), polynucleotides that encode DHS, and methods involving modulating the expression of DHS.

Abstract: The invention provides novel compositions comprising imidazoquinoline compounds. Also provided are methods of administering the compositions in an effective amount to enhance the immune response of a subject. Further provided are novel compositions and methods of administering the compositions in combination with (an)other agent(s).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to an integrated multi-function device that is capable of both connecting to a wide area network via wired Ethernet or cellular connection and providing network connectivity to one or more devices within an internal network as part of a wireless mesh network. In some embodiments, the multi-function device may be an enhanced multi-function printing device, such as a network printer, scanner, copier, fax machine, or combination of such devices. The multi-function printing device may act as a gateway device by connecting to a WAN, such as the Internet. The multi-function printing device may further provide network access to other devices in a LAN, such as desktop and laptop computers, office telephones, cellular telephones, multimedia devices, and other printing devices, using a wireless protocol, such as the IEEE 802.11 standard.

Abstract: A vehicle wireless hub includes a vehicle power connector that can draw power from a vehicle battery on a vehicle, a first wireless transmission circuit that can send or receive data with base stations in a long-range wireless network, a second wireless transmission circuit that can provide a short-range wireless network and to transfer data to and from electronic devices, and a network processor that can process data in the first wireless transmission circuit and the second wireless transmission circuit. The vehicle power connector can supply power to the first wireless transmission circuit, the second wireless transmission circuit, and the network processor.

Abstract: An electrically isolated high-voltage direct-current electric circuit is monitored. Electrical signals are periodically sampled, and ground isolation indexes are calculated. A trend corresponding to trend elements is characterized. The characterized trend is compared with an expected trend with deviations indicative of potential faults.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a medical implantable lead having a coaxial structure, where an insulating tube arranged between an inner coil and an outer coil is provided with a periodically alternating capacitance along the length thereof in order to reduce lead tip heating during MRI scanning.

Abstract: An MRI-compatible implantable medical lead includes two electrodes coupled to a distal end of the lead, two matching electrode terminals coupled to a proximal end and a lead body in the form of an outer insulating tubing running from the distal end to the proximal end. A coaxial conductor assembly is arranged in a bore of the outer insulating tubing and comprises an inner conductor, an outer conductor and an inner insulating tubing arranged between the inner and outer conductors. A capacitor is arranged between the inner conductor and the outer conductor at a distance from the distal end defined based on the magnetic field strength of the MRI system with which the lead is compatible.

Abstract: A radio frequency (RF) amplifier circuit includes a first impedance matching circuit configured to receive an input RF signal, a control circuit configured to produce a band control signal according to the frequency of the input RF signal, an RF amplifier having its input connected to the first impedance matching circuit. The RF amplifier can produce an amplified RF signal in response to the input RF signal. A second impedance matching circuit can receive the amplified RF signal from the RF amplifier. At least one of the first impedance matching circuit and the second impedance matching circuit has an impedance that is adjustable by the band control signal. A multi-band filter can switch the amplified RF signal from the second impedance matching circuit to one of selectable narrow-band filters in response to the band control signal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to unique isoforms of eukaryotic initiation Factor 5A (“eIF-5A”): senescence-induced eIF-5A; wounding-induced eIF-5A; and growth eIF-5A, as well as polynucleotides that encode these three factors. The present invention also relates to methods involving modulating the expression of these factors. The present invention also relates to deoxyhypusine synthase (“DHS”), polynucleotides that encode DHS, and methods involving modulating the expression of DHS.

Abstract: A multi-band wireless system includes a wireless device and a detachable radio card. The wireless device includes an application processor, an electric interface, and an antenna. The detachable radio card can be mounted onto the electric interface. The detachable radio card includes a base band processor, a radio-frequency transceiver, a multi-band power amplifier module, and a radio controller.

Abstract: Vocal musical performances may be captured and pitch corrected and supplied to telephony targets such as conventional voice terminal equipment (telephone handsets, answering machines, etc.), wireless telephony devices and information services wherein particular device or subscriber targets are identifiable using telephone numbers or alphanumeric IDs (e.g., mobile phones with or without text/multimedia messaging support, VoIP terminals, answering or voicemail services, ASP-based telephony services, etc.) and/or telco or premises-based telephony equipment, such as switches, with support for customizable ringback tones.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, as well as methods for using the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions for treating tumors. Examples of specific tumor types that the compounds may be used to treat include, but are not limited to sarcomas, melanomas, neuroblastomas, carcinomas (including but not limited to lung, renal cell, ovarian, liver, bladder, and pancreatic carcinomas), and mesotheliomas.

Abstract: A tool centers an elongated drill bit within an elongated canal surrounded by bone tissue. A sleeve having an expandable diameter is internally threaded. The sleeve threadedly engages an externally-threaded cylindrical guide. A key includes a handle at one end of an elongated rod. The rod includes transversely-protruding buttons for engaging the guide so that rotation of the handle produces rotation of the guide to cause radial expansion of the sleeve. This results in symmetrical contacting of the interior surfaces of the bone tissue, thereby creating a vertical, centered channel with respect to the bone, that extends through the tool for guiding the drill bit.

Abstract: A piezoelectric boundary acoustic wave (PBAW) device includes a slotted dielectric body disposed over one surface of a piezoelectric body and electrodes forming an IDT at the interface between the piezoelectric body and the dielectric body. The thickness of the electrode is set so that the acoustic velocity of the boundary acoustic waves is less than acoustic waves propagating in the piezoelectric body.

Abstract: A method for explaining a form that includes receiving input code, wherein the input code is associated with the form, processing the input code to create an explanation dynamically associated with the form, and outputting the explanation into a natural language.

Abstract: An electrically isolated high-voltage direct-current electric circuit is monitored. Electrical signals are periodically sampled, and ground isolation indexes are calculated. A trend corresponding to trend elements is characterized. The characterized trend is compared with an expected trend with deviations indicative of potential faults.