Abstract: A method is described for training a model that refines estimated parameter values within core images is disclosed. The method includes receiving multiple training image pairs wherein each training image pair includes: (i) an unrefined core image of a rock sample to be used for estimating rock properties, and (ii) a refined core image of the same rock sample; generating a training dataset from the multiple training image pairs; receiving an initial core model; generating a conditioned core model by training, using the multiple training image pairs, the initial core model; and storing the conditioned core model in electronic storage. The conditioned core model may be applied to an initial target core image data set to generate a refined target sore image dataset. The method may be executed by a computer system.

Abstract: A virtual assistant computing system may include a user device and a virtual assistant computing system. The virtual assistant computing system may include a first processor and a first non-transitory memory configured to receive, via a network from the user device, an input corresponding to a future electronic transaction expected to be initiated by a user and analyze information corresponding to the future electronic transaction to predict based on and a plurality of scheduled electronic transactions received from an external computing system, a future state of an electronic account associated with the user. The virtual assistant computing system may then cause display, on the user device via a network, a visualization of the future state of the electronic account based on the future electronic transaction and the plurality of scheduled electronic transactions.

Abstract: A method is described for training a model that refines estimated parameter values within core images is disclosed. The method includes receiving multiple training image pairs wherein each training image pair includes: (i) an unrefined core image of a rock sample to be used for estimating rock properties, and (ii) a refined core image of the same rock sample; generating a training dataset from the multiple training image pairs; receiving an initial core model; generating a conditioned core model by training, using the multiple training image pairs, the initial core model; and storing the conditioned core model in electronic storage. The conditioned core model may be applied to an initial target core image data set to generate a refined target sore image dataset. The method may be executed by a computer system.

Abstract: Microelectronic systems and components having integrated heat dissipation posts are disclosed, as are methods for fabricating such microelectronic systems and components. In various embodiments, the microelectronic system includes a substrate having a frontside, a socket cavity, and inner cavity sidewalls defining the socket cavity. A microelectronic component is seated on the frontside of the substrate such that a heat dissipation post, which projects from the microelectronic component, is received in the socket cavity and separated from the inner cavity sidewalls by a peripheral clearance. The microelectronic system further includes a bond layer contacting the inner cavity sidewalls, contacting an outer peripheral portion of the heat dissipation post, and at least partially filling the peripheral clearance.

Abstract: A virtual assistant computing system may include a user device and a virtual assistant computing system. The virtual assistant computing system may include a first processor and a first non-transitory memory configured to receive, via a network from the user device, an input corresponding to a future electronic transaction expected to be initiated by a user and analyze information corresponding to the future electronic transaction to predict based on and a plurality of scheduled electronic transactions received from an external computing system, a future state of an electronic account associated with the user. The virtual assistant computing system may then cause display, on the user device via a network, a visualization of the future state of the electronic account based on the future electronic transaction and the plurality of scheduled electronic transactions.

Abstract: Microelectronic systems and components having integrated heat dissipation posts are disclosed, as are methods for fabricating such microelectronic systems and components. In various embodiments, the microelectronic system includes a substrate having a frontside, a socket cavity, and inner cavity sidewalls defining the socket cavity. A microelectronic component is seated on the frontside of the substrate such that a heat dissipation post, which projects from the microelectronic component, is received in the socket cavity and separated from the inner cavity sidewalls by a peripheral clearance. The microelectronic system further includes a bond layer contacting the inner cavity sidewalls, contacting an outer peripheral portion of the heat dissipation post, and at least partially filling the peripheral clearance.

Abstract: Microelectronic systems having integrated heat dissipation posts are disclosed, as are methods for fabricating such microelectronic systems. In various embodiments, the method includes the step or process of obtaining a microelectronic component from which a heat dissipation post projects. The microelectronic component is placed or seated on a substrate, such as a multilayer printed circuit board, having a socket cavity therein. The heat dissipation post is received in the socket cavity as the microelectronic component is seated on the substrate. Concurrent with or after seating the microelectronic component, the microelectronic component and the heat dissipation post are bonded to the substrate. In certain embodiments, the heat dissipation post may be dimensioned or sized such that, when the microelectronic component is seated on the substrate, the heat dissipation post occupies a volumetric majority of the socket cavity.

Abstract: A work string assembly for an oil or gas well has a first and second tubulars, and a torque limiting device connected in the work string. The torque limiting device has a body with an axial bore and two interconnected members that can disconnect to be relatively rotatable. The interconnected members can be repeatedly re-engageable when the torque levels drop below a torque threshold value, or can be connected by a frangible member that is broken when the interconnected members disconnect. A selectively actuable circulation port provided in the string adjacent to and above the torque limiting device allows the annulus between the work string and the casing to be flushed with fluid from the port.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a clevis hanger system. A clevis top can include a hanging portion, a first leg with a first hole, and a second leg with a second hole. A clevis bottom can include a saddle, a third leg with a third hole, and a fourth leg with a fourth hole. To secure the clevis top to the clevis bottom and define an internal area to receive pipe, the first hole can be aligned with the third hole and the second hole can be aligned with the fourth hole, and a fastener can be received through the first hole, the second hole, the third hole, and the fourth hole. At least one of the first hole and the third hole can be surrounded by a first annular flange. At least one of the second hole and the fourth hole can be surrounded by a second annular flange.

Abstract: A work string assembly for an oil or gas well has a first and second tubulars, and a torque limiting device connected in the work string. The torque limiting device has a body with an axial bore and two interconnected members that can disconnect to be relatively rotatable. The interconnected members can be repeatedly re-engageable when the torque levels drop below a torque threshold value, or can be connected by a frangible member that is broken when the interconnected members disconnect. A selectively actuable circulation port provided in the string adjacent to and above the torque limiting device allows the annulus between the work string and the casing to be flushed with fluid from the port.

Abstract: Various embodiments for detecting a high Intensity radiated field (HIRF) in a line replaceable unit are provided. For example, an internal detector includes at least one antenna attached to a chassis. The at least one antenna is configured and dimensioned to pick up an electromagnetic field. The electromagnetic field induces a current in the at least one antenna proportional to a magnitude of the electromagnetic field. The internal detector also includes a circuit configured to generate a DC signal based on the induced current in the at least one antenna and a processing section configured to compare the DC signal with a threshold and output a result of the comparison to a built-in test section. The internal detector may be used to test EMI filter pin connectors of a closed line replaceable unit.

Abstract: A work string assembly for an oil or gas well has a first and second tubulars, and a torque limiting device connected in the work string. The torque limiting device has a body with an axial bore and two interconnected members that can disconnect to be relatively rotatable. The interconnected members can be repeatedly re-engageable when the torque levels drop below a torque threshold value, or can be connected by a frangible member that is broken when the interconnected members disconnect. A selectively actuable circulation port provided in the string adjacent to and above the torque limiting device allows the annulus between the work string and the casing to be flushed with fluid from the port.

Abstract: A system and method for a package including a wire bond wall to reduce coupling is presented. The package includes a substrate, and a first circuit on the substrate. The first circuit includes a first electrical device, a second electrical device, and a first wire bond array interconnecting the first electrical device and the second electrical device. The package includes a second circuit on the substrate adjacent to the first circuit, the second circuit includes a second wire bond array interconnecting a third electrical device and a fourth electrical device. The package includes a wire bond wall including a plurality of wire bonds over the substrate between the first circuit and the second circuit. The wire bond wall is configured to reduce an electromagnetic coupling between the first circuit and the second circuit during an operation of at least one of the first circuit and the second circuit.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a clevis hanger system. A clevis top can include a hanging portion, a first leg with a first hole, and a second leg with a second hole. A clevis bottom can include a saddle, a third leg with a third hole, and a fourth leg with a fourth hole. To secure the clevis top to the clevis bottom and define an internal area to receive pipe, the first hole can be aligned with the third hole and the second hole can be aligned with the fourth hole, and a fastener can be received through the first hole, the second hole, the third hole, and the fourth hole. At least one of the first hole and the third hole can be surrounded by a first annular flange. At least one of the second hole and the fourth hole can be surrounded by a second annular flange.

Abstract: Various embodiments for detecting a High Intensity Radiated Field (HIRF) in a Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) are provided. The internal detector may be used to test EMI filter pin connectors of a closed LRU. For example, a method comprises setting a selecting switch to a test connector position, thereby connecting a RF signal generator to a testing connection cable. The method further comprises causing the generator to generate a test signal as input into the testing connection cable, and determining if an internal HIRF detector has detected the signal. If the signal is detected, the method further comprises, for each EMI filter pin connector in the LRU, switching the selecting switch to a corresponding test cable coupled to an EMI filter pin connector, causing the generator to generate the test signal as input into the corresponding test cable; and determining if the detector has detected the signal.

Abstract: A device includes a Doherty amplifier. The Doherty amplifier has a carrier path and a peaking path. The Doherty amplifier includes a carrier amplifier configured to amplify a signal received from the carrier path and a peaking amplifier configured to amplify a signal received from the peaking path. The device includes a resistive switch having a first terminal connected to the peaking path and a second terminal connected to a voltage reference, and a controller configured to set the resistive switch to a first resistance value when a power input of the Doherty amplifier is below a threshold and to a second resistance value when the power input of the Doherty amplifier is above the threshold.

Abstract: Various embodiments for detecting a high Intensity radiated field (HIRF) in a line replaceable unit are provided. For example, an internal detector includes at least one antenna attached to a chassis. The at least one antenna is configured and dimensioned to pick up an electromagnetic field. The electromagnetic field induces a current in the at least one antenna proportional to a magnitude of the electromagnetic field. The internal detector also includes a circuit configured to generate a DC signal based on the induced current in the at least one antenna and a processing section configured to compare the DC signal with a threshold and output a result of the comparison to a built-in test section. The internal detector may be used to test EMI filter pin connectors of a closed line replaceable unit.

Abstract: Various embodiments for detecting a high Intensity radiated field (HIRF) in a line replaceable unit are provided. In an embodiment, the internal detector comprises a receiving means for receiving HIRF and generating an AC signal proportional to the HIRF, an RF filter configured to sample the AC signal to create a DC signal; and a detecting section configured to compare the DC signal with a threshold and output a result of the comparison to a built-in test section. The internal detector may be used to test EMI filter pin connectors of a closed line replaceable unit.

Abstract: Methods, systems and apparatus for vehicle control, tracking, and reporting. In an aspect, vehicle parameters that describe the current operation of the vehicle are compared to profile parameters of a driver. If the vehicle parameters are not within the operational limits defined by the profile parameters, an out of profile parameter process is performed. The out of profile parameter process includes wirelessly sending a violation report to an administrator device.

Abstract: A device includes a Doherty amplifier. The Doherty amplifier has a carrier path and a peaking path. The Doherty amplifier includes a carrier amplifier configured to amplify a signal received from the carrier path and a peaking amplifier configured to amplify a signal received from the peaking path. The device includes a resistive switch having a first terminal connected to the peaking path and a second terminal connected to a voltage reference, and a controller configured to set the resistive switch to a first resistance value when a power input of the Doherty amplifier is below a threshold and to a second resistance value when the power input of the Doherty amplifier is above the threshold.