Abstract: Managing a memory element of a memory module, including identifying a PPR listing for the memory element that is stored at a SPD of the memory module; identifying an event associated with a memory address location of the memory element during runtime of the memory module and in response accessing the SPD to write data to the PPR listing indicating the memory address location of the memory element associated with the event; determining whether the PPR listing has available space to store the data indicating the memory address location of the memory element associated with the event; determining that the PPR listing has available space to store the data indicating the memory address location of the memory element associated with the event, and in response, storing the data indicating the memory address location of the memory element associated with the event at the PPR listing at the SPD.

Abstract: An active feedback control method for a quantum communication system based on machine learning is disclosed. In the transmission process of a quantum key distribution system, the present invention uses a pre-trained double-layer LSTM network to predict, according to a real-time ambient temperature, humidity and laser light intensity fluctuation, as well as voltage changes in the past moment, a zero-phase voltage value of a phase modulator at a receiving end at the next moment, and updates the network at a fixed time interval, so that the LSTM network can accurately predict for a long time, ensuring that the quantum key distribution system operates stably and efficiently for a long time. The present invention greatly improves the transmission efficiency of the quantum key distribution system by method of active prediction and feedback control.

Abstract: A gas storage reservoir, an energy storage device, and a control method and a mounting method for the gas storage reservoir. An inner foundation structure surrounds the outer side of a ground film; an outer foundation structure surrounds the outer side of the inner foundation structure; the edge of an inner film is fixed to the inner foundation structure; an inner cable net is arranged on the outer surface of the inner film; an accommodating cavity is defined between the inner film and the ground film, and the inner film comprises a metal layer; an outer film structure covers the outside of the inner film structure; the outer film structure comprises an outer film and an outer cable net; an interlayer cavity is defined between the outer film and the inner film; an air supply device is configured to inflate the interlayer cavity.

Abstract: The embodiments disclosed herein utilize type V CRISPR/Cas effector proteins to provide robust diagnostic assays with attomolar sensitivity. Embodiments disclosed herein can detect DNA targets from bacterial plant pathogens and can differentiate targets from non-targets based on single base pair differences. Such embodiments are useful in multiple scenarios involving bacterial plant pathogens such as Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus and Candidatus Phytoplasma trifolii responsible for citrus greening and potato purple top, respectively.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions include: (a) from about 5 wt% to about 95 wt% of at least one recycled polycarbonate comprising a post-consumer recycled (PCR) polycarbonate; and (b) from about 0.01 wt% to about 2 wt% of an acid component. The post-consumer recycled (PCR) polycarbonate comprises at least 10 mol% —OH endgroup content. In certain aspects the acid component includes mono zinc phosphate (MZP), a liquid solution comprising phosphorous acid, or a combination thereof. The compositions have improved hydro-aging properties as compared to conventional compositions that include recycled polycarbonate.

Abstract: A secure hardware component retention assembly, including a tray assembly moveably coupled to an information handling system (IHS), the tray assembly including a coupling member and a spring element; a hardware component coupled to the tray assembly; a fastening element coupled to the IHS; wherein when the fastening element is in a first state, the fastening element is engaged with the coupling member to maintain a first positioning of the tray assembly internal to the IHS and the hardware component is engaged with a connector of the IHS, wherein when the fastening element is in a second state, the fastening element is disengaged from the coupling member such that the spring element exerts a force to translate the tray assembly so as to i) position at least a portion of the tray assembly external to the IHS and ii) disengage the hardware component from the connector of the HIS.

Abstract: An orally administered antibiotic encapsulated in nanospheres, as well as its preparation method and application. The antibiotic encapsulated in the nanospheres includes an antibiotic and a degradable biocompatible polymer that encapsulates the antibiotic, wherein biocompatible polymer includes monosaccharide-modified poly (ethylene glycol)-poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PEG-PLGA), which can significantly improves the damage caused by oral antibiotics to the intestinal microbiota, avoids destruction of the microbial community, thereby preventing chronic diseases associated with intestinal microbial imbalance, and a good biocompatibility and long-term safety.

Abstract: A real-time, on-line method and analytical system for determining halohydrocarbons in water which operate by (1) extracting on-line samples; (2) purging volatile halohydrocarbons from the water (e.g., with air or nitrogen); (3) carrying the purge gas containing the analytes of interest over a porous surface where the analytes are adsorbed; (4) recovering the analytes from the porous surface with heat (thermal desorption) or solvent (solvent elution) to drive the analytes into an organic chemical mixture; (5) generating an optical change (e.g., color change) in dependence upon a reaction involving the analytes and a pyridine derivative; and (6) measuring optical characteristics associated with the reaction to quantify the volatile halogenated hydrocarbon concentration.

Abstract: Image sensors and devices for phase-detection auto focus processes are provided. A symmetric polarization filter includes a first polarizer defining a first plurality of apertures and a second polarizer adjacent with the first polarizer defining a second plurality of apertures. The first plurality of apertures can be mirror symmetrical with the second plurality of apertures about a lateral axis of the symmetric polarization filter between the first polarizer and the second polarizer. The lateral axis can be defined as an axis of symmetry of the symmetric polarization filter in plane with the first polarizer and the second polarizer.

Abstract: An air leak detection device, air leak detection method and system thereof are provided. The air leak detection method is used for a cavity. The air leak detection method includes the following steps. A scanning signal is input into the cavity. A response signal of the cavity related to the scanning signal is recorded. The response signal is analyzed to determine whether the cavity is air leaking.

Abstract: Image sensors, isolation structures, and techniques of fabrication are provided. An image sensor includes a source of electromagnetic radiation disposed on a substrate, a pixel array disposed on the substrate and thermally coupled with source of electromagnetic radiation, and an isolation structure disposed on the substrate between the source of electromagnetic radiation and the pixel array. The isolation structure can define a first reflective surface oriented on a first bias relative to a lateral axis of the pixel array and a second reflective surface oriented on a second bias relative to the lateral axis. The isolation structure can be configured to attenuate residual electromagnetic radiation reaching a proximal region of the pixel array by pairing a first reflection and a second reflection of the electromagnetic radiation by the first reflective surface and the second reflective surface.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a method for mechanochemical preparation of an iron red pigment, which comprise steps: mixing a clay mineral, a soluble iron source and an alkali source in a mill for grinding to obtain a precursor, wherein the ratio of ball to material is controlled at 20-50, the grinding speed is 300-1200 rpm, and the grinding time is 30-360 min; and calcining the precursor at 500-900° C. for 30-120 min to obtain a high-performance iron oxide red/clay mineral hybrid pigment. The iron oxide red/clay mineral hybrid pigment has a bright and beautiful color, high-temperature and acid resistance, and can satisfy requirements for high-performance iron oxide red pigments in fields of paints, inks, ceramics, anti-corrosive coatings, etc. Furthermore the method is a simple process without waste that is environmentally friendly and suitable for industrialized production, thus it is expected to replace existing processes of iron oxide red pigments.

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, and processor-readable storage media for an automated platform design tool are provided herein. An example method includes extracting information from a first file corresponding to a first computing design, the information including an identifier of at least one network, components associated with the identifier, and connections for each of the components; comparing the first computing design to a second computing design, wherein the comparing comprises: detecting that a second schematic file corresponding to the second computing design comprises the identifier, and determining, for at least one given component, whether the second schematic file includes a matching component based on the set of connections for the at least one given component; determining differences between the first computing design and the second computing design based on the results of the comparing; and initiating at least one automated action based at least in part on the one or more differences.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions include: (a) from about 10 wt % to about 65 wt % of at least one virgin polycarbonate; (b) from about 10 wt % to about 40 wt % of a polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) component derived from a post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymer; (c) from about 25 wt % to about 65 wt % of at least one PCR polycarbonate; (d) from about 10 wt % to about 40 wt % of a polycarbonate-siloxane (PC-Si) copolymer; (e) from 0.1 wt % to about 10 wt % of a phosphazene flame retardant; and (f) from 0.1 wt % to about 2 wt % of a silicone oil.

Abstract: A speaker includes a frame, a vibration assembly and a magnetic circuit assembly. The vibration assembly is assembled on the frame. The magnetic circuit assembly is assembled on the frame. The vibration assembly includes a voice coil and a piezoelectric element, the voice coil and the piezoelectric element are arranged coaxially, and the voice coil is between the piezoelectric element and the magnetic circuit assembly.

Abstract: A high pitch enhanced passive radiator is adapted to be utilized in a passive radiator speaker. The high pitch enhanced passive radiator includes a shell, a woofer, and the passive radiator speaker. The shell has a first slot and a second slot. The woofer is connected to the first slot. The passive radiator speaker is connected to the second slot and includes a flange, a piezoelectric speaker, and a counterweight plate. The piezoelectric speaker is connected to the flange. The projected area of the counterweight plate and the projected area of the piezoelectric speaker at least partially overlap with each other.

Abstract: An image sensor includes a substrate. An array of photodiodes is disposed in the substrate. A plurality of spacers is arranged in a spacer pattern. At least one spacer of the plurality of spacers has an aspect ratio of 18:1 or greater. A buffer layer is disposed between the substrate and the spacer pattern. An array of color filters is disposed in the spacer pattern.

Abstract: Kits, methods, polypeptides, systems, and non-transitory, machine-readable storage media for detecting a nucleic acid in a sample are described. In an embodiment, the kit comprises a loop primer nucleic acid molecule configured for loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP), the loop primer nucleic acid molecule comprising: a targeting sequence complementary to a target portion of a target nucleic acid sequence; and an adapter sequence; a displacement nucleic acid probe comprising: a fluorophore adapter sequence; and the adapter sequence; and a fluorophore adapter complement nucleic acid molecule complementary to the fluorophore adapter sequence, wherein the fluorophore adapter sequence or the fluorophore adapter complement nucleic acid molecule is coupled to a fluorophore. In an embodiment, the system comprises a thermal subsystem for heating a sample disposed therein, and an optical subsystem for optically excited the sample and detecting light emitted from the sample.

Abstract: A three-way catalyst having low NH3 formation is disclosed. The catalyst includes a carrier and a coating material. The coating material includes a precious metal active component and a catalytic material. The precious metal active component includes a first precious metal active component and a second precious metal active component. The first precious metal active component is a composition containing Ru. The second precious metal active component is a composition containing Pt, Pd and Rh. Alternatively, the second precious metal active component is a composition containing Pd and Rh.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an alignment method for image sensor fabrication that involve forming a number of set of alignment marks using key process mask layers to improve alignment registration between process mask layers so as to reduce number of alignment transfer improves alignment accuracy between pixel elements. The present disclosure further provides a semiconductor device that includes such alignment mark structures.