Abstract: Methods and systems for rule-based machine learning for precise fraud detection. One system includes an electronic processor configured to determine, via a decision tree, a first subset of datasets of an aggregate dataset collection generated using a rule-based model. The electronic processor is also configured to select a third collection of datasets, each dataset included in the third collection of datasets associated with a user characteristic associated with fraud. The electronic processor is also configured to determine, via the decision tree, a second subset of datasets of the third collection of datasets, each dataset included in the second subset of datasets associated with a second set of user characteristics associated with fraud. The electronic processor is also configured to, in response to determining that an accuracy score associated with the second set of user characteristics satisfies a threshold, generate and transmit a report for display.

Abstract: A system that incorporates the subject disclosure may include, for example, a method that includes identifying a plurality of devices associated with a computing device, identifying status information from each device of the plurality of devices, and identifying presentation features for each device of the plurality of devices. The method further includes receiving presentation information indicating a setting to present first status information from a first device of the plurality of devices via a selected device of the plurality of devices, wherein the first status is presented on the selected device by a selected presentation feature of the selected device. Additional embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: Described are bonding modulating coatings configured to provide an improved release profile of a volatile composition from a scent reservoir, wherein the modulating coating includes a barrier substance configured to hinder the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The modulating coating also includes a hygroscopic substance that facilitates the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The barrier substance and hygroscopic substance are mixed in a proportion such that the modulating coating provides a bonding action between adjacent scent reservoirs and may be formulated to maintain bonding even under the application of heat. The bonding modulating coating may then be used to bond a number of scent reservoirs together into a larger, three-dimensional matrix to provide improved scent retention and longevity.

Abstract: Systems and methods for tracking biological samples are presented. Intrinsic and extrinsic biological sample data and/or intrinsic and extrinsic patient data may be used to label a biological sample obtained at a point-of-care facility, which may be sent to a processing facility, wherein the labeled biological sample undergoes analysis and/or processing into a labeled therapeutic. The labeled therapeutic is delivered back to the point-of-care facility, wherein the labeled therapeutic is tested for the presence of the additives prior to administration to a patient. Multi-factor validation is performed, including validating the identity of the patient to a container, validating the identity of the labeled biological sample/therapeutic to the container, and thus, validating the identity of the labeled therapeutic to the patient. The entire life cycle of a biological sample used to generate a personalized therapeutic is validated, and ensures that mix-ups or errors in administration are reduced or eliminated.

Abstract: A suitcase having a base and a lid where the lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching assemblies is disclosed. The lid may comprise an upper shell, and the base may comprise a lower shell. The upper shell and the lower shell may be seamlessly formed to create a water resistant and/or waterproof suitcase. The suitcase may have an extendable trolley handle assembly that is externally attached to the base of the suitcase using a plurality of mounting clips. The trolley handle assembly may comprise a pair of extrusion assemblies that are connected to the base of the suitcase and connected to each other by a grip. The suitcase may also have a removably secured interior liner.

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture corresponding to a fan blade with intrinsic damping characteristics are disclosed. An example fan blade comprises an exterior body including a first side and a second side; a first hairpin structure in contact with (a) the first side of the exterior body and (b) the second side of the exterior body; and a second hairpin structure in contact with (a) the first side and (b) the second side, wherein the first hairpin structure corresponds to a first stiffness and the second hairpin structure corresponds to a second stiffness different than the first stiffness.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer storage media for providing a multi-attribute cluster-identifier that supports identifying malicious activity in computing environments. An instance of an activity having an attribute set can be assessed. The attribute set of the instance of the activity is analyzed to determine whether the instance of the activity is a malicious activity. The attribute set of the instance of the activity is compared to a plurality of multi-attribute cluster-identifiers of previous instances of the activity, such that, a determination that the instance of the activity is a malicious activity is made when the attribute set of the instance of the activity corresponds to an identified multi-attribute cluster-identifier. The identified multi-attribute cluster-identifier has a risk score and an attribute set that indicate a likelihood that the instance of the activity is a malicious activity. A visualization that identifies the instance of the activity as a malicious activity is generated.

Abstract: A method for providing a lung disease risk measure in a Computer Aided Diagnosis system is described. The method comprises the steps of: receiving an input comprising at least one input image showing all or part of the lungs of a patient; analysing the input to identify a feature descriptor comprised of at least one feature group, where each feature group comprises at least one feature computed from the input image; calculating a score explanation factor for each feature group, and an overall disease risk score for the patient's risk of lung disease from the feature descriptor; outputting the overall disease score risk score and a corresponding score explanation factor for each feature group. A computer aided diagnosis system is also described, along with a method for training a computer aided diagnosis system.

Abstract: A semiconductor interconnect structure and formation thereof. The semiconductor interconnect structure includes a plurality of metal lines of a first metal level. The semiconductor interconnect structure further includes a via formed substantially offset from a centerline of a first metal line and at least partially through a first portion of the first metal line located beneath the via.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods and systems for determining a roll forward amount. The method can include identifying a starting balance, extracting reconciled data values from a database, each reconciled data value having a confidence score that indicates a confidence level that a reconciled data value of a first dataset is the same as a corresponding reconciled data value of a second dataset. The method can include identifying a first subset of the reconciled data values that are a first type and a second subset of the reconciled data values that are a second type, and determining a roll forward amount based on the starting balance, the first subset, and the second subset.

Abstract: Glass compositions comprising 15-50 wt. % SiO2, 25-60 wt. % CaO, 3-30 wt. % P2O5, 0.5-15 wt. % ZrO2, and >0-5 wt. % F, wherein, when subjected to artificial saliva, the glass composition forms a bioactive crystalline phase, such as apatite. A matrix comprising the glass composition, wherein the glass composition is attached to the matrix or mixed therein, in which the matrix includes at least one of: a toothpaste, mouthwash, gel, varnish, rinse, spray, ointment, salve, cream, bandage, polymer film, oral formulation, pill, capsule, or transdermal formulation. The matrix may be a dentifrice composition. A method comprising applying the matrix to a tooth, in which the method remineralizes enamel of the tooth, treats caries of the tooth, treats dentin hypersensitivity of the tooth, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: A battery pack that includes one or more vents on the battery pack housing. The vents to direct battery gasses out in the housing from the front of the battery pack housing. The battery pack housing may also be hermetically sealed to the external environment and include a pressure disc or check valve behind the vent to prevent incursion of external contaminated air or fluids while still allowing internal gasses or liquids to escape from the battery pack case.

Abstract: Systems and methods described herein provide systems for scanning an individual to identify hidden objects carried by the individual. The systems and methods employ imaging masts with transmitters and receivers of electromagnetic radiation. First and second imaging masts transmit and receive radiation on first and second scan paths, respectively, about a central point. The first and second scan paths are in a mirror-image arrangement with respect to the central point. The geometry of the imaging mast scan paths enables the use of multistatic reconstruction algorithms and improved data acquisition as compared to conventional systems and methods.

Abstract: There is provided a mount and a case for attaching a mobile device to a further object. The mount comprises first and second coupling members and a body having a front face between the coupling members and that faces the case when the mount is attached to the case. The first and second coupling members define an undercut, for receiving part of the case. The case has an attachment for attaching the case to the mobile device, a cover for covering part of the mobile device, first and second openings in the cover, and first and second overhangs that define undercuts in the cover for mating with corresponding respective overhangs of the mount.

Abstract: A disc blade angle control system for a tillage implement includes a disc blade angle adjustment assembly configured to adjust an angle of a disc blade of the tillage implement relative to a horizontal plane of the tillage implement. The disc blade is configured to engage soil and to break up a top layer of the soil.

Abstract: A mounting structure for an analog converter box includes a mounting block having a base portion, a block first side wall extending from the base portion, an end wall intersecting the base portion and the block first side wall, and a block first front wall extending from the end wall and the block first side wall so as to overhang a portion of the base portion. The base portion, the block first side wall, the end wall and the block first front wall combine to define a block first pocket structured to receive a portion of the converter box therein. The converter box can be secured to a mounting surface in either of two, orthogonally-related orientations, for the convenience of a user and/or to facilitate testing operations.

Abstract: Systems and methods for navigation and identification for endoscopic kidney surgery may include generating a map of an internal space of a patient's collecting system, including segmentation preoperative CT scans, using localization and three-dimensional reconstruction techniques on endoscopic video to create a point cloud, and registering the point cloud to the segmented CT scans. The systems and methods may include tracking a tip of the endoscope during the endoscopic kidney surgery using localization and three-dimensional reconstruction techniques. The systems and methods may include identifying and tracking kidney stones during the endoscopic kidney surgery using computational models.

Abstract: A spine rod cutter including a helicopter socket for engaging a spine rod, and a hole saw coaxial with the helicopter socket for operatively engaging the spine rod.

Abstract: Technologies are provided for a distributed spoken language interface for speech control of multiple apparatuses. In some aspects, a first apparatus can receive an audio signal representative of speech. The first apparatus can detect, based on applying a keyphrase recognition model to the speech, a keyphrase. The keyphrase can include a first string of characters defining an identifier corresponding to at least one second apparatus and also includes a second string of characters defining a command. The first apparatus can cause, based on the identifier, a communication unit integrated in the first apparatus to send the keyphrase to the at least one second apparatus. The at least one second apparatus can receive the keyphrase, and can cause one or more components to execute the command.