Abstract: According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a method of thumbnail personalization is provided. The method includes initializing a thumbnail-personalization engine that includes a multi-armed bandit (MAB) model. The method includes allocating first user traffic to the plurality of thumbnails. The method includes calculating a first thumbnail-conversion rate of each thumbnail of the plurality of thumbnails based on performance data associated with the first user traffic. The method includes allocating second user traffic to the plurality of thumbnails based on the first thumbnail-conversion rate. The method includes calculating a second thumbnail-conversion rate of the plurality of thumbnails based on performance data associated with the second user traffic. The method includes determining an updated set of parameters for each arm of the MAB model based on a data decay function or a sliding-window period applied to the first thumbnail-conversion rate and the second thumbnail-conversion rate.

Abstract: An adaptor for connecting a rotating electrical machine to a prime mover is disclosed. The adaptor comprises a first part (52) arranged to surround a fan, and a second part (54) arranged to provide access to a rotating component for connecting the rotating electrical machine to the prime mover. The first part provides the appropriate air diffusion properties for the fan, and the second part provides suitable openings to access the rotating component. This may help to improve airflow rate from the fan while at the same time providing access to the rotating component.

Abstract: A fan for a rotating electrical machine is disclosed. The fan comprises a plurality of fan blades and a flow separator for separating a first airflow entering the fan from a radially outwards part of the rotating electrical machine and second airflow entering the fan from a radially inwards part of the rotating electrical machine. The flow separator extends partway through the fan in a direction of airflow. This may help to improve the efficiency of the fan using a relatively simple construction and without adding to its length.

Abstract: An electromagnetic machine includes a spherical stator, an armature, a first coil, and a second coil. The spherical stator has an outer surface, and the outer surface has a plurality of spaced-apart protuberances formed thereon. Each protuberance extends radially from, and is disposed normal to, the outer surface. The armature is disposed adjacent to the spherical stator and includes a magnet that emanates a magnetic field. The magnet has at least one of its magnetic poles facing the spherical stator. The first coil is wound around at least a portion of the spherical stator, and is disposed between the plurality of spaced-apart protuberances and along latitudinal lines of the spherical stator. The second coil is wound around at least a portion of the spherical stator, and is disposed between the plurality of spaced-apart protuberances and along longitudinal lines of the spherical stator.

Abstract: An electromagnetic machine includes a spherical stator, an armature, a first coil, and a second coil. The spherical stator has an outer surface, and the outer surface has a plurality of spaced-apart protuberances formed thereon. Each protuberance extends radially from, and is disposed normal to, the outer surface. The armature is disposed adjacent to the spherical stator and includes a magnet that emanates a magnetic field. The magnet has at least one of its magnetic poles facing the spherical stator. The first coil is wound around at least a portion of the spherical stator, and is disposed between the plurality of spaced-apart protuberances and along latitudinal lines of the spherical stator. The second coil is wound around at least a portion of the spherical stator, and is disposed between the plurality of spaced-apart protuberances and along longitudinal lines of the spherical stator.

Abstract: A multi-axis gimbal assembly includes a spherical armature, a first coil, a second coil, a third coil, a bracket, a stator, and a motor. The spherical armature has first, second, and third perpendicularly disposed axes of symmetry. The first coil is wound about the first axis of symmetry, the second coil is wound about the second axis of symmetry, and the third coil is wound about the third axis of symmetry. The bracket is rotationally coupled to the spherical armature to allow relative rotation between the spherical armature and bracket around only the first axis of symmetry. The stator is rotationally coupled to the bracket to allow relative rotation between the stator and bracket around only the second axis of symmetry. The motor is coupled to the stator and is configured to simultaneously rotate the stator, the bracket, and the spherical armature around the third axis of symmetry.

Abstract: A cyclic remediation process to restore oil recovery from a primary oil production well that has watered off from bottom water encroachment (cone or crest) whereby: (a) the primary oil production well has a produced water cut in excess of 95% (v/v); (b) the oil is heavy oil, with in-situ viscosity >1000 cp; wherein the process includes: (c) injecting a steam slug with a volume of 0.5 to 5.0 times the cumulative primary oil production, with steam volumes measured as water volumes; (d) shutting in the well for a soak period, after the steam injection is complete; and (e) producing the well until the water cut exceeds 95%.

Abstract: The use of a water recycle ratio for controlling at least one Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) parameter in a leaky bitumen reservoir. Further, a process to control a steam injection rate for an individual SAGD well pair, in a leaky bitumen reservoir wherein the process replaces a pressure control for an SAGD steam injection rate with a volume control determined by a Water Recycle Ratio (WRR).

Abstract: A method for remediation of at least one cold spot in a producer well in a Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) process to increase hydrocarbon recovery from a hydrocarbon reservoir, wherein the SAGD process occurs at a site including an injection well, a production well and a steam chamber. The method includes shutting the production well and maintaining or increasing steam injection through the injection well until pressure in the steam chamber increases. The production well is then resumed while continuing steam injection at rates for normal SAGD or greater until reservoir pressure reaches normal operational pressure. Optionally, the injection/production is adjusted to return to normal SAGD operation.

Abstract: A cyclic remediation process to restore oil recovery from a primary oil production well that has watered off from bottom water encroachment (cone or crest) whereby: (a) the primary oil production well has a produced water cut in excess of 95% (v/v); (b) the oil is heavy oil, with in-situ viscosity >1000 cp; wherein said process includes: (c) injecting a steam slug with a volume of 0.5 to 5.0 times the cumulative primary oil production, with steam volumes measured as water volumes; (d) shutting in the well for a soak period, after the steam injection is complete; and (e) producing the well until the water cut exceeds 95%.

Abstract: A delivery management engine that monitors and controls system Internet content delivery, primarily advertisement, is presented. The system uses automated scripts to track delivery of content and includes a discrepancy reconciliation engine that reconciles delivery counts between multiple server systems. The system includes user encoded business rules that enable automatic adjustments to advertisement campaigns to ensure that a contracted number of deliveries is met. The system avoids both over-delivery and under-delivery of content against a target and therefore optimizes the use of valuable advertising space.

Abstract: Improved golf ball exterior coatings which are used to create an extremely uniform hydrophobic or hydrophilic exterior surface on the golf ball. When the surface of the golf ball is hydrophobic, it tends to repel water, and this reduces drag on the golf ball surface as the golf ball travels through the air. When the surface of the golf ball is hydrophilic, the surface of the golf ball wets uniformly and the ball rolls straighter on a wet green, as the forces acting on the ball are more uniform. The hydrophobic or hydrophilic exterior coating is applied to the golf ball using vapor-phase deposition in instances where strict control over coating thickness uniformity, and/or reduced surface roughness is desired.

Abstract: A bone fixation and dynamization device comprising a first member having a first end and a second end; a second member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the second member is coupled to the second end of the first member body, wherein the first member is linearly moveable relative to the second member; an actuator coupled to the first member; a feedback controller coupled to the actuator; an elongate rod having an actuator end coupled to the actuator and a fixed end fixed to the second member, wherein the actuator is operable to move the rod and the second member linearly relative to the first member responsive to the feedback controller; at least one bone engagement pin extending from the first member; and at least one bone engagement pin extending from the second member.

Abstract: This invention relates to an innovative power supply device for notebook computers, more particularly to a power supply device that can be carried with a notebook computer when computer users are out and unable to access alternate current power supply. The power supply device of the invention primarily uses the heat produced by a microprocessor of the notebook computer during its internal operation and is conducted to a power generator by a heat pipe or simultaneously uses the heat produced by a fuel heat generator and converts it into the required DC power supply by an engine chamber and an electric generator. Then, the direct current power is provided to the notebook computer, so that the notebook computer users no longer need the AC power supply.

Abstract: A folding full length mirror and carry apparatus includes a foldable reflective surface support assembly which includes support panels connected together with panel-interconnection hinges. A non-folded reflective surface assembly is supported by the foldable reflective surface support assembly. Preferably, a handle is connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly. A shoulder strap can be connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly. Preferably, a folded condition locking assembly is connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly for retaining the apparatus in a folded up, carrying condition. With one embodiment of the invention, the non-folded reflective surface assembly includes panel-mounted non-folded reflective surfaces mounted one side of each of the respective support panels.

Abstract: This invention relates to an innovative power supply device for notebook computers, more particularly to a power supply device that can be carried with a notebook computer when computer users are out and unable to access alternate current power supply. The power supply device of the invention primarily uses the heat produced by a microprocessor of the notebook computer during its internal operation and is conducted to a power generator by a heat pipe or simultaneously uses the heat produced by a fuel heat generator and converts it into the required DC power supply by an engine chamber and an electric generator. Then, the direct current power is provided to the notebook computer, so that the notebook computer users no longer need the AC power supply.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cardholder with dimensions approximating a standardized card carried by a person, the cardholder being made of a one-piece clear plastic material and may contain a viewing portion having fresnel contour lines and at least a pair of folded edges which form at least a pair of tracks of the cardholder for slipping on and off a standardized card such as credit and debit cards and the like. A method of making the cardholder including a cardholder shaped magnetic lens is also disclosed.

Abstract: An improved portable earphone with a structure having color illuminating members in an independent unit and providing configurations for setting up the mode and type of the illumination according to the using conditions. The illuminating members show a blinking effect according to the frequency of the sound source or the independent constant speed, as well as providing a safety warning function.

Abstract: A folding full length mirror and carry apparatus includes a foldable reflective surface support assembly which includes support panels connected together with panel-interconnection hinges. A non-folded reflective surface assembly is supported by the foldable reflective surface support assembly. Preferably, a handle is connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly. A shoulder strap can be connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly. Preferably, a folded condition locking assembly is connected to the foldable reflective surface support assembly for retaining the apparatus in a folded up, carrying condition. With one embodiment of the invention, the non-folded reflective surface assembly includes panel-mounted non-folded reflective surfaces mounted one side of each of the respective support panels.