Abstract: A portion of a content segment to distribute via an online platform may be selected. A retention metric may be obtained. Consumer engagement during the content segment may be quantified. The portion of the content segment to distribute via a second online platform to direct consumers to the content segment on the first online platform may be determined. The system may distribute the portion of the content segment via the second online platform.

Abstract: A medical navigation system is provided. The medical navigation system includes a computing device having a processor coupled to a memory, a wireless communication component and a display for displaying an image. The medical navigation system further includes a sensor module attached to a medical device. The sensor module includes a housing for housing components of the sensor module and for attaching to the medical device, a processor housed in the housing, a memory coupled to the processor, a wireless communication component coupled to the processor, a battery coupled to the processor, and a sensor coupled to the processor. The sensor generates a signal to be transmitted wirelessly via the sensor module wireless communication component and receivable by the computing device wireless communication component, the signal representing movement of the medical device.

Abstract: Amorphous silicon devices, systems, and related methods are described herein. An example method for fabricating a thin film with light-emitting or light-detecting capability can include depositing a thin film of amorphous silicon on a wafer such that crystalline defects are distributed throughout the thin film. Additionally, an example photonic device can include a p-doped region and an n-doped region formed on a wafer, and a resonator structure formed on the wafer. The resonator structure can be formed from amorphous silicon and can be arranged between the p-doped and n-doped regions to form a PIN junction. Optionally, the photonic device can be incorporated into a monolithic integrated optical system.

Abstract: A method of preparing a beverage, wherein the method comprises the step of heating a beverage in a cup by means of injecting steam into the beverage through a wand and the step of measuring the temperature of the beverage in the cup, wherein the step of measuring the temperature of the beverage comprises during the step of heating the step of continuously recording an audio signal from the beverage and the step of deriving the temperature of the beverage from the recorded audio signal. A device for preparing a beverage, said device being provided with a beverage temperature sensor comprising at least one microphone and a controller which is loaded with a computer program for performing the inventive method.

Abstract: A device and method for regulating a pace of golf play. A golf course is divided into segments, with each segment assigned a time for completion by a user golfer group. Spaced apart signal lights are positioned on the golf course. Each golfer group is provided with a wireless positioning device. A computing device compares an elapsed time for completion of a number of segments with the total assigned time for the number of segments completed. The computing device wirelessly actuates a visual signal to the golfer group by a signal light on the golf course when the elapsed time for completion of the number of segments by the user golfer group is greater than the total assigned time for the number of segments completed. The device and method take into account impediments to pace of play that are outside of the golfer group's control.

Abstract: The present disclosure teaches a system and method for communicating the spatial position and orientation of surgical instruments with respect to a surgical area of interest. Using a visual display of a surgical site generated by a camera feed, a computer generates a virtual overlay of the location and projected trajectory of a surgical instrument based on its current position and orientation. Position and orientation information is generated and stored using tracking markers and a tracking sensor in information communication with the computer.

Abstract: A portion of a content segment to distribute via an online platform may be selected. A retention metric may be obtained. Consumer engagement during the content segment may be quantified. The portion of the content segment to distribute via a second online platform to direct consumers to the content segment on the first online platform may be determined. The system may distribute the portion of the content segment via the second online platform.

Abstract: Methods of depositing tungsten into high aspect ratio features using a dep-etch-dep process integrating various deposition techniques with alternating pulses of surface modification and removal during etch are provided herein. Methods involve introducing an activation gas at a chamber pressure and/or applying a bias using a bias power selected to preferentially etch the metal at or near the opening of the feature relative to the interior region of the feature. Apparatuses include integrated hardware for performing deposition of metal and atomic layer etching of metal in the same tool and/or without breaking vacuum.

Abstract: The systems may include receiving, by a processor, transaction information for a transaction, wherein the transaction information comprises a transaction amount; matching, by the processor, the transaction information with a transaction type; retrieving, by the processor, a plurality of possible charge types associated with the transaction type; comparing, by the processor, the transaction information with the plurality of possible charge types; separating, by the processor, the transaction amount of the transaction information into at least one individual charge amount; and/or identifying, by the processor, a charge type of the plurality of possible charge types associated with the at least one individual charge amount.

Abstract: In the field of photonic and opto-electronic components, an optical filter comprises a plurality of semi-conducting nano-/microparticles, exhibiting properties of electromagnetic resonance in the optical and near-infrared domain, arranged on a plane, characterized in that it furthermore comprises a layer with electrically adjustable optical index disposed on the surface formed by said nano-/microparticles and said plane; a first electrically insulating layer disposed on said layer with electrically adjustable optical index and an electrode disposed on said first electrically insulating layer.

Abstract: Provided are a computer-based method and system of simulating a physical real-world system. Such a method begins by defining, in memory of a processor, a model comprising a plurality of design variables where the defined model represents a real-world physical system and where behavior of the model is given by an equation stored in the memory. The method/system uses the equation to iteratively optimize the defined model with respect to a given one of the plurality of design variables by simultaneously solving for equilibrium of the model and for the design response sensitivity of the given design variable, for the equilibrium, in a given optimization iteration. According to such an embodiment, iteratively optimizing the model results in an improved simulation of the real-world physical system.

Abstract: System and methods are provided for adaptively and interoperatively configuring an automated arm used during a medical procedure. The automated arm is configured to position and orient an end effector on the automated arm a desired distance and orientation from a target. The end effector may be an external video scope and the target may be a surgical port. The positions and orientations of the end effector and the target may be continuously updated. The position of the arm may be moved to new locations responsive to user commands. The automated arm may include a multi-joint arm attached to a weighted frame. The weighted frame may include a tower and a supporting beam.

Abstract: A two-stage, very fast symbol string matching mechanism measures the similarity of content between data sources, allowing for efficient detection and evaluation of exact as well as inexact matches. The disclosed approach pairs complementary encoding technique comprising a first fast lookup that identifies regions of possible similarity, and a second, more computationally intensive analysis that evaluates metrics of similarity and delimits copy boundaries. The original content remains private (encrypted) during processing.

Abstract: The present disclosure teaches a system and method for communicating the spatial position and orientation of surgical instruments with respect to a surgical area of interest. Using a visual display of a surgical site generated by a camera feed, a computer generates a virtual overlay of the location and projected trajectory of a surgical instrument based on its current position and orientation. Position and orientation information is generated and stored using tracking markers and a tracking sensor in information communication with the computer.

Abstract: Methods of depositing tungsten into high aspect ratio features using a dep-etch-dep process integrating various deposition techniques with alternating pulses of surface modification and removal during etch are provided herein.

Abstract: Insertable imaging devices, and methods of use thereof in minimally invasive medical procedures, are described. In some embodiments, insertable imaging devices are described that can be introduced and removed from an access port without disturbing or risking damage to internal tissue. In some embodiments, imaging devices are integrated into an access port, thereby allowing imaging of internal tissues within the vicinity of the access port, while, for example, enabling manipulation of surgical tools in the surgical field of interest. In other embodiments, imaging devices are integrated into an imaging sleeve that is insertable into an access port.

Abstract: A device and method for regulating a pace of golf play. A golf course is divided into segments, with each segment assigned a time for completion by a user golfer group. Spaced apart signal lights are positioned on the golf course. Each golfer group is provided with a wireless positioning device. A computing device compares an elapsed time for completion of a number of segments with the total assigned time for the number of segments completed. The computing device wirelessly actuates a visual signal to the golfer group by a signal light on the golf course when the elapsed time for completion of the number of segments by the user golfer group is greater than the total assigned time for the number of segments completed. The device and method take into account impediments to pace of play that are outside of the golfer group's control.

Abstract: A system for calibrating alignment of magnetic and optical sensors in a virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) device. The system can include a controller, a waveform generator, and an electrical driver. The waveform generator can produce calibration waveforms under control of the controller. The system can also include conductive loops which are energized with electrical currents corresponding to the calibration waveforms. The controller can cause the waveform generator to generate a first calibration waveform to calibrate a first type of magnetic sensor in the display device, and to generate a second calibration waveform to calibrate a second type of magnetic sensor in the display device. The system may also include one or more optical fiducial markers in a known spatial relationship with respect to the conductive loops. The optical fiducial markers can be used to calibrate the alignment direction of one or more optical sensors.

Abstract: A new and distinct Grevillea laurifolia cultivar named ‘TWD02’ which is characterized by a very prostrate growth habit with a vigorous growth rate, dark green mature foliage and bronze colored juvenile foliage with red immature branches, dense foliage, racemose inflorescence with approximately 40 dark red-purple florets with prominent bright red-purple exserted styles, and the stability of these characteristics from generation to generation.