Abstract: Electrodes for use within an ozone generator and method for assembling and using the same.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to a facial interface in a head-mount display. The facial interface assembly is comprised of three separate layers of various materials that are contoured to assemble into a removable facial interface that may be replaced in the event that it becomes worn due to use. The facial interface assembly is composed of a periphery frame, a semi-rigid frame, and facial interface foam. These three layers are of varying rigidity, and support contours designed to fit together in a flush manner comprising a removable facial interface assembly.

Abstract: A head-mounted-display adjustment apparatus may include a strap that includes (1) a proximal section coupled to a proximal area of a head-mounted display and (2) a distal section coupled to a distal area of the head-mounted display in a manner that holds the head-mounted display, when being worn by a user, against the user's face. The apparatus may also include a spring that couples the proximal section of the strap to the proximal area of the head-mounted display. In addition, the apparatus may include an adjustment mechanism connected to the spring such that (1) actuation of the adjustment mechanism adjusts the spring and (2) adjusting the spring changes an amount of force that the head-mounted display, when being worn by the user, applies to the user's face. Various other head-mounted-display adjustment devices, systems, and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cross-dock management system comprises: a plurality of movable platforms configured to hold one or more pallets or parcels; at least one barcode or RFID tag positioned on each of said movable platforms, pallets, or parcels, wherein the barcode readers are configured to read the barcodes and RFID readers are configured to read the RFID tags. The data scanned by the barcode readers and RFID readers is stored in a local warehouse database and is used to determine an optimized placement and load for each movable platform in the warehouse.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an automated cross-dock management system configured to optimize moves on a cross-dock. The automated cross-dock management system uses inbound manifest data to calculate ordered move instructions for all inbound movable platforms, inbound modular decks, and inbound freight. The ordered move instructions can be assigned to be carried out by manual conveyance vehicles or by automated guided vehicles based upon a plurality of criteria. The automated cross-dock management system is also able to detect damaged freight on the cross-dock using a combination of streams from video cameras.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a facial-interface cushion for a head-mounted display may include (1) positioning a foam layer between a recessed mold member and an insertion mold member of a mold assembly, with the foam layer overlapping at least a portion of a mold channel extending along an arcuate path, the foam layer including a reticulated foam material, (2) forcing the insertion mold member against the foam layer in a direction toward the recessed mold member such that at least a portion of the foam layer is forced into the mold channel toward a channel bottom surface, forming a shaped foam element having a curved surface within the mold channel, (3) heating the shaped foam element to soften the shaped foam element and form the facial-interface cushion, and (4) removing the facial-interface cushion from the mold assembly. Various other facial-interface cushions, systems, and methods for head-mounted displays are also disclosed.

Abstract: A multidirectional runner assembly for positioning a carrier pipe within a surrounding casing pipe. Each multidirectional runner assembly has at least one ball transfer assembly at least partially protruding from the runner assembly, in order to contact an inner surface of a surrounding casing pipe. The ball transfer assemblies reduce static and/or kinetic friction forces during installation of a carrier pipe within the central bore of a casing pipe, permit multidirectional orientation of the runners within the casing pipe, and provide greater load support.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cross-dock management system comprises: a plurality of movable platforms configured to hold one or more pallets or parcels; at least one barcode or RFID tag positioned on each of said movable platforms, pallets, or parcels, wherein the barcode readers are configured to read the barcodes and RFID readers are configured to read the RFID tags. The data scanned by the barcode readers and RFID readers is stored in a local warehouse database and is used to determine an optimized placement and load for each movable platform in the warehouse.

Abstract: Systems and methods for automatic sampling of a sample for the determination of chemical element concentrations and control of semiconductor processes are described. A system embodiment includes a remote sampling system configured to collect a sample of phosphoric acid at a first location, the remote sampling system including a remote valve having a holding loop coupled thereto; and an analysis system configured for positioning at a second location remote from the first location, the analysis system coupled to the remote valve via a transfer line, the analysis system including an analysis device configured to determine a concentration of one or more components of the sample of phosphoric acid and including a sample pump at the second location configured to introduce the sample from the holding loop into the transfer line for analysis by the analysis device.

Abstract: A removable plant holder system in a first embodiment having at least one first plant holder assembly having a coupling-frame, an extension arm-member having a proximate end, and a distal end; wherein the plant holder system includes the at least one first plant holder assembly. The at least one first plant holder assembly is defined by the coupling-frame and the extension arm-member integrally combined for use. As such the extension arm-member is defined by the proximate end attached to the coupling-frame, and the distal end is thus able to act in a capacity for hanging a plant therefrom; the coupling-frame configured for removable attachment with a railed deck.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a facial-interface cushion for a head-mounted display may include (1) positioning a foam layer between a recessed mold member and an insertion mold member of a mold assembly, with a first end portion of the foam layer overlapping a second end portion of the foam layer, (2) forcing the insertion mold member against the foam layer in a direction toward the recessed mold member, thereby forming a shaped foam element including a first end portion that is compressed against a second end portion between the insertion mold member and the recessed mold member, and (3) heating the shaped foam element to form a facial-interface cushion by softening the shaped foam element and bonding the first end portion of the shaped foam element to the second end portion of the shaped foam element. Various other facial-interface cushions, systems, and methods for head-mounted displays are also disclosed.

Abstract: A head-mounted-display adjustment apparatus may include a strap with a distal section coupled to a distal area of a head-mounted display. The adjustment apparatus may also include a pinion rotatably coupled to a proximal area of the head-mounted display in a manner that holds the head-mounted display against a user's face when a user is wearing the head-mounted display. In addition, the adjustment apparatus may include a rack that is coupled to a proximal section of the strap and includes a plurality of teeth in mesh with the pinion such that (1) rotation of the pinion repositions the rack relative to the head-mounted display and (2) repositioning the rack adjusts an area between the strap and the head-mounted display. Various other head-mounted-display adjustment apparatuses, systems, and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A cover includes a receiver having a concave-shaped inner surface and a flap including a first side coupled to the receiver and a second side including a fastener. The flap may be movable relative to the receiver from an open position to a closed position. The fastener may be configured to be coupled to the receiver when the flap is in the closed position.

Abstract: Systems, circuits, and chips for protecting transistors and circuits containing transistors are provided. As an example, a transistor (e.g., an Insulated-Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT)) monitoring system is disclosed to include an IGBT desaturation detection circuit that is configured to check and monitor desaturation functionality of the IGBT before startup of the IGBT as well as during operation of the IGBT.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to a metal frame in a head-mounted display (HMD) that is structured to absorb impact and protect components of the HMD. The metal frame has a wall that is spaced away from a protection shell securing a display panel in the HMD. When the HMD is dropped or subject to external force, the wall may deform but keep the protection shell intact. Moreover, the metal frame has protruding ridges and brackets that surround outward facing cameras on the HMD. If the HMD is dropped, the protruding ridges and brackets can provide protection to the cameras.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a movable platform (MP) for moving freight during cross-dock operations. The MP comprises a mechanical lift brake assembly that can be utilized to deploy a plurality of mechanical lift brakes preventing further movement of the MP. AMP forklift attachment that can be used to convey the MP and to engage or disengage the mechanical lift brake assembly. The MP forklift attachment can be attached to a conveyance vehicle, such as a forklift, or built into an automated guided vehicle.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an automated cross-dock management system configured to optimize moves on a cross-dock. The automated cross-dock management system uses inbound manifest data to calculate ordered move instructions for all inbound movable platforms, inbound modular decks, and inbound freight. The ordered move instructions can be assigned to be carried out by manual conveyance vehicles or by automated guided vehicles based upon a plurality of criteria. The automated cross-dock management system is also able to detect damaged freight on the cross-dock using a combination of streams from video cameras.