Abstract: A filter element includes a construction of pleated filter media defining an interior volume. First and second opposite end caps are secured to opposite ends of the filter media. A support structure supports the filter media and is operably oriented in the interior volume. The support structure extends from the first opposing interior face to the second opposing interior face. The support structure is provided to extend less than a full extension between the first end cap and second end cap.

Abstract: The present disclosure is related to techniques for converting a natural language utterance to a logical form query and deriving a natural language interpretation of the logical form query. The techniques include accessing a Meaning Resource Language (MRL) query and converting the MRL query into a MRL structure including logical form statements. The converting includes extracting operations and associated attributes from the MRL query and generating the logical form statements from the operations and associated attributes. The techniques further include translating each of the logical form statements into a natural language expression based on a grammar data structure that includes a set of rules for translating logical form statements into corresponding natural language expressions, combining the natural language expressions into a single natural language expression, and providing the single natural language expression as an interpretation of the natural language utterance.

Abstract: An approach for facilitating mechanical and electrical connection of electric machines and electrical components in an electrical system using connectors with quick connect/disconnect electrical connectors is disclosed. Each quick connect/disconnect electrical connector can be placed on the end of an electrical power distribution cable that connects with an electric machine or electrical component. The electric machines and electrical components and the electrical power distribution cables can have hollow coolant passages formed therein to receive cooling fluid from a cooling device for direct cooling of the electric machines, electrical components and the electrical power distribution cables.

Abstract: A mask system for delivery of respiratory therapy to a patient includes a nares portion and a mouth portion and an inlet conduit connected to at least one of the nares portion and the mouth portion to deliver the pressurized, breathable gas. The mask system is adapted to selectively utilize the nares portion and/or the mouth portion in a first mode utilizing both the nares portion and the mouth portion, and in a second mode utilizing the nares portion and not utilizing the mouth portion.

Abstract: The present disclosure introduces, among other things, an electronic device, e.g. an integrated circuit (IC). The IC includes a semiconductor substrate comprising a first doped layer of a first conductivity type. A second doped layer of the first conductivity type is located within the first doped layer. The second doped layer has first and second layer portions with a greater dopant concentration than the first doped layer, with the first layer portion being spaced apart from the second layer portion laterally with respect to a surface of the substrate. The IC further includes a lightly doped portion of the first doped layer, the lightly doped portion being located between the first and second layer portions. A dielectric isolation structure is located between the first and second layer portions, and directly contacts the lightly doped portion.

Abstract: A method of forming a brazed joint is described. The method includes pressing a non-molybdenum component, such as a cross pin of a battery case assembly, against a molybdenum component, such as a terminal pin of the battery case assembly, and applying one or more electrical pulses to form an interface liquid layer between the components that cools to form the brazed joint. At least one of the electrical pulses has a constant voltage over a pulse time. A contact resistance between the components can decrease during the pulse time, and thus, the constant voltage can cause an uncontrolled electrical current of the electrical pulse to increase. The increasing electrical current heats the components sufficiently to form the interface liquid layer having a predetermined thickness that provides a required bend strength. Removal of surface oxides provide consistent mechanical strength for this joint. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel formulations comprising an organic semiconductor (OSC) and one or more organic solvents. The formulation comprises a viscosity at 25° C. of less than 15 mPas and the boiling point of the solvent is at most 400° C. Furthermore, the present invention describes the use of these formulations as inks for the preparation of organic electronic (OE) devices, especially organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells and OLED devices, to methods for preparing OE devices using the novel formulations, and to OE devices, OLED devices and OPV cells prepared from such methods and formulations.

Abstract: A method of forming a brazed joint is described. The method includes pressing a non-molybdenum component, such as a cross pin of a battery case assembly, against a molybdenum component, such as a terminal pin of the battery case assembly, and applying one or more electrical pulses to form an interface liquid layer between the components that cools to form the brazed joint. At least one of the electrical pulses has a constant voltage over a pulse time. A contact resistance between the components can decrease during the pulse time, and thus, the constant voltage can cause an uncontrolled electrical current of the electrical pulse to increase. The increasing electrical current heats the components sufficiently to form the interface liquid layer having a predetermined thickness that provides a required bend strength. Removal of surface oxides provide consistent mechanical strength for this joint. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations for the preparation of organic electronic devices (OLEDs) which comprise (A) at least one specific ester solvent containing an aromatic group and (B) at least one organic functional material selected from organic conductors, organic semiconductors, organic fluorescent compounds, organic phosphorescent compounds, organic light-absorbent compounds, organic light-sensitive compounds, organic photosensitisation agents and other organic photoactive compounds, selected from organometallic complexes of transition metals, rare earth metals, lanthanides and actinides.

Abstract: Systems and methods that may be used to implement overlapping data caching for object application program interfaces (APIs). A unique identifier may be assigned to each sub-component of an object API request. The unique identifiers may be used to determine if sub-components of one object API request overlaps with a sub-component of a prior different request such that a data response for the prior different request can be retrieved from the cache and used as part of the data response for the current object API request.

Abstract: A filter element includes a construction of pleated filter media defining an interior volume. First and second opposite end caps are secured to opposite ends of the filter media. A support structure supports the filter media and is operably oriented in the interior volume. The support structure extends from the first opposing interior face to the second opposing interior face. The support structure is provided to extend less than a full extension between the first end cap and second end cap.

Abstract: The present invention provides small-molecule inhibitors of BMP signaling and compositions and methods for inhibiting BMP signaling. These compounds and compositions may be used to modulate cell growth, differentiation, proliferation, and apoptosis, and thus may be useful for treating diseases or conditions associated with BMP signaling, including inflammation, cardiovascular disease, hematological disease, cancer, and bone disorders, as well as for modulating cellular differentiation and/or proliferation. These compounds and compositions may also be used to treat subjects with Sjögren's syndrome, or diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG).

Abstract: A support arrangement for an electrical protection assembly for connection between an electrical power supply line and electrical equipment is provided. The support arrangement comprises a first insulator body and a second insulator body extending at right angles to the first insulator body, wherein the first and second insulator bodies are integrally formed into a unitary body. In an embodiment, the second insulator body extends from a lower end of the first insulator body, so as to define a unitary L-shaped support arrangement. In one version, the support arrangement comprises an L-shaped inner support frame around which the first and second insulator bodies are molded. The L-shaped inner support frame comprises a T-shaped metal connector having a first end from which a first fibre glass support arm extends, around which the first insulator body is molded, and a second end from which a second fibre glass support arm extends, around which the second insulator body is molded.

Abstract: Example illustrations are directed to an insulator assembly and methods, e.g., of installing the insulator assembly into a battery pack. An insulator assembly may include an insulator sheet and an insulator sheet standoff coupled to the insulator sheet. The standoff may be configured to allow ventilation associated with the insulator sheet and one or more surfaces of a battery component. Example insulator assemblies may be provided in a battery pack, e.g., for an electric vehicle.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to vent a battery pack for an electric vehicle. The battery pack comprises a pack housing subdivided by a crossmember. The crossmember defines a multidirectional vent passage configured to allow venting with a first bay and a second bay. A pressure release valve is arranged on the pack housing and configured to release pressure based on the multidirectional vent passage.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to vent a battery pack using a pressure release valve. The pressure release valve comprises a housing configured to be secured to an outer surface of a sidewall of a battery pack. A first membrane is arranged in a first side of the housing. A second membrane in a second side of the housing and adjacent to the first membrane.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to vent a battery pack system. The battery pack system comprises a first wall positioned in a first portion of a vehicle and a second wall positioned in a second portion of the vehicle. A first plurality of pressure release valves is embedded in the first wall, wherein the first plurality of pressure release valves is arranged release gas from between the first wall and another feature or component of the battery pack system. A second plurality of pressure release valves is embedded in the second wall, wherein the second plurality of pressure release valves are arranged to enable the egress of gas from between the second wall and another feature or component of the battery pack system.

Abstract: A filter arrangement includes first and second media packs with a support core in between. The support core includes a first ring at one end and, optionally, second ring at an opposite end. In some arrangements, at least a first member and second member extend from the first ring while being engagement-free to each other. In some arrangements, no more than a first member extends from the first ring, while being engagement-free relative to itself.

Abstract: The present invention provides small-molecule inhibitors of BMP signaling and compositions and methods for inhibiting BMP signaling. These compounds and compositions may be used to modulate cell growth, differentiation, proliferation, and apoptosis, and thus may be useful for treating diseases or conditions associated with BMP signaling, including inflammation, cardiovascular disease, hematological disease, cancer, and bone disorders, as well as for modulating cellular differentiation and/or proliferation. These compounds and compositions may also be used to treat subjects with Sjögren's syndrome, or diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG).

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for producing a gaseous product comprising hydrogen, said process comprising exposing a gaseous hydrocarbon to microwave radiation in the presence of a solid catalyst, wherein the catalyst comprises at least one iron species supported on a support comprising a ceramic material or carbon, or a mixture thereof. Also provided are a heterogeneous mixture comprising a solid catalyst in intimate mixture with a gaseous hydrocarbon wherein the catalyst comprises at least one iron species supported on a support comprising a ceramic material or carbon, or mixture thereof. Also provided are the use of said mixture to produce hydrogen, a microwave reactor comprising said mixture and a a fuel cell module comprising a (i) a fuel cell and (ii) a heterogeneous mixture as described herein, and a vehicle or electronic device comprising said fuel cell module.