Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to bearing assemblies that include integrated lubrication, bearing apparatuses including such bearing assemblies, and related methods. For example, a lubricated bearing assembly may include a lubricant that may lubricate the bearing surface thereof during operation of the lubricated bearing assembly and/or bearing apparatus including the lubricated bearing assembly.

Abstract: A golf swing training guide provides stationary markers or pads positionable in three dimensions, to assist in proper body position and golf club swing movement. The training guide has a telescopically extendible base pole pivotally attached to a base and positionable at a plurality of inclination angles relative to the base. A telescopically extendible touch pole is attachable to the base pole and may be pivoted relative to the base pole to position a pad on the touch pole into a desired position.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus, and methods related to electronic vehicle plates are described herein. In some embodiments, an apparatus includes a display plate and an electronic display. The display plate is configured to be disposed between a license plate and an exterior of a vehicle when the license plate is mounted to the exterior of the vehicle. The electronic display is coupled to the display plate such that at least a portion of the electronic display is visible through an aperture in the license plate when the license plate is mounted to the exterior of the vehicle. The electronic display is configured to display a status indicator of the vehicle through the aperture in the license plate.

Abstract: An electronic component structure includes a primary redistribution structure having a primary redistribution structure terminal. A secondary redistribution structure is formed on the primary redistribution structure terminal. A buildup dielectric layer encloses the primary redistribution structure, where a cushion pad of the secondary redistribution structure is supported by the buildup dielectric layer. An interconnection ball is mounted to the secondary redistribution structure. Stress imparted upon the interconnection ball is transferred through the secondary redistribution structure and dissipated to the buildup dielectric layer through the cushion pad. The buildup dielectric layer is readily able to absorb this stress thus minimizing the probability of failure of the secondary redistribution structure including the interconnection ball formed thereon.

Abstract: A tibial prosthesis including a tibial component including a tray having first and second opposing surfaces and a stem extending from the second surface of the tibial component, a tibial conversion module including a receiver portion defining a stem-receiving cavity for slideable engagement with the stem of the tibial component, wherein the stem of the tibial component is positioned within the stem-receiving cavity at a first end of the receiver portion, and an extension peg engaged with the stem-receiving cavity at a second end of the receiver portion that is opposite the first end of the receiver portion.

Abstract: A cover for an empty rail missile launcher that can be used in flight. The cover is shaped to reflect radar signals transmitted by a radar transmitter away from the radar transmitter to reduce detectibility by radar. The cover may also be coated with radar absorbent material to reduce detectibility by radar. Hangers are used to mount the cover to the rail missile launcher. The cover is provided with a grounding mechanism to dissipate precipitation static. A restraint mechanism is provided to prevent the cover from inadvertently sliding off the rail missile launcher.

Abstract: A cover for an empty rail missile launcher that can be used in flight. The cover is shaped to reflect radar signals transmitted by a radar transmitter away from the radar transmitter to reduce detectibility by radar. The cover may also be coated with radar absorbent material to reduce detectibility by radar. Hangers are used to mount the cover to the rail missile launcher. The cover is provided with a grounding mechanism to dissipate precipitation static. A restraint mechanism is provided to prevent the cover from inadvertently sliding off the rail missile launcher.

Abstract: A vehicle is disclosed. The vehicle may include a base portion and a modular portion. The base portion may be a four wheel vehicle having an operator area with seating for at least two occupants in a side-by-side arrangement. The modular portion may be coupled to the base portion resulting in a six wheel vehicle. The wheels of the modular portion may be powered by an engine of the base portion.

Abstract: A method for dynamically provisioning a machine with applications to assist with work is a cloud computing environment is described. In one embodiment, such a method includes identifying a machine available for provisioning with at least one application. The method identifies work associated with a cloud computing environment. Responsive to identifying the work, the method determines how the machine can most optimally assist with the work. The method then dynamically provisions the machine with at least one application selected to enable the machine to most optimally assist with the work. A corresponding apparatus and computer program product are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods to create a pattern part, and a subsequent mold core package, that can be used in the casting process to cast one or more die components having a near net-shape of the finished part. In this way, the present invention provides a cast part which greatly reduces the amount of finishing work that needs to be performed on the part after casting. Further, the present invention provides a method which involves less upfront stock material to cast the near net-shape of the desired die component part. The present invention accomplishes this by providing an efficient and effective automated method to determine where and how to add appropriate mechanical features to a design model part to produce a manufacturing model part in a CAD software program.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hemisulfate salt of Compound (I): and crystalline forms of the hemisulfate salt. Also disclosed are methods of using the hemisulfate salt of Compound (I) as a CGRP receptor antagonist, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the hemisulfate salt of Compound (I). The hemisulfate salt of Compound (I) is useful in treating, preventing, or ameliorating disorders including migraine and other headaches, neurogenic vasodilation, neurogenic inflammation, thermal injury, circulatory shock, flushing associated with menopause, airway inflammatory diseases such as asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Abstract: A system and method for facilitating consistent management of a repeatable procurement process within an organization is disclosed. The system enables various members of the organization to follow a set of defined core processes to engage stakeholders by understanding the stakeholder's business and building a trusted advisor relationship. Further, the core processes define an analysis stage that includes an opportunity assessment, development of a strategic plan, development of a commodity profile, and finalizing a sourcing plan. Sourcing includes obtaining sponsorship, assembling a sourcing team, selecting suppliers for an RFP, and selecting a supplier based on a proposal. The core process for performing negotiations and contracting includes developing a negotiation strategy, performing the negotiation, selecting suppliers, and obtaining funding.

Abstract: A system and method for facilitating consistent management of a repeatable procurement process within an organization is disclosed. The system enables various members of the organization to follow a set of defined core processes to engage stakeholders by understanding the stakeholder's business and building a trusted advisor relationship. Further, the core processes define an analysis stage that includes an opportunity assessment, development of a strategic plan, development of a commodity profile, and finalizing a sourcing plan. Sourcing includes obtaining sponsorship, assembling a sourcing team, selecting suppliers for an RFP, and selecting a supplier based on a proposal. The core process for performing negotiations and contracting includes developing a negotiation strategy, performing the negotiation, selecting suppliers, and obtaining funding.

Abstract: A method includes forming a first buildup dielectric layer on a wafer. The wafer includes electronic components delineated from one another by singulation streets. A singulation street exposure light trap layer is formed on the singulation streets. A second buildup dielectric layer is applied and patterned by being selectively exposed to an exposure light. The singulation street exposure light trap layer traps and diffuses the exposure light thus preventing the exposure light from being reflected to the portion of the second buildup dielectric layer above the singulation streets. In this manner, complete removal of the second buildup dielectric layer above the singulation streets is insured.

Abstract: An electronic component package includes a RDL pattern comprising a redistribution pattern terminal. A buildup dielectric layer is formed on the RDL pattern, the buildup dielectric layer having a redistribution pattern terminal aperture exposing the redistribution pattern terminal. An interconnection ball is formed within the redistribution pattern terminal aperture and on the redistribution pattern terminal. The interconnection ball includes an enclosed portion having an outer concave surface within the buildup dielectric layer. The angle of intersection between the outer concave surface of the interconnection ball and the redistribution pattern is less than 90°. This minimizes stress between the interconnection ball and the redistribution pattern which, in turn, minimizes failure of the bond between the interconnection ball and the redistribution pattern.

Abstract: An electronic trading system and method are described in which credit risk associated with a transaction is captured as a price adjustment on a trade-by-trade basis. In one preferred embodiment, a “request for quote” (RFQ) trading model is presented in which each dealer receiving an RFQ determines a base price as well as an additional credit risk adjustment amount by which the base price should be modified to account for credit risk. In other preferred embodiments, an exchange trading model is presented in which traders submit buy and sell orders whose prices are appropriately adjusted for presentation to each potential counterparty to account for credit risk associated with potential transactions. System designs are also presented to address the technical challenge of permitting each trading participant to apply its own credit risk algorithms and methodologies while avoiding their disclosure to other trading participants.

Abstract: A data processing system for implementing transaction management of auction-based trading is disclosed. The disclosed data processing system provides a structured trading protocol implemented through a sequence of trading paradigms. The system employs a distributed computer processing network linking together a matching engine and a plurality of workstations. The protocol and its programmed controlling logic enhances trading efficiency, rewards market makers, and fairly distributes market opportunity to system users. In some preferred embodiments, the structured trading protocol permits traders to enter hidden bids or offers during a clearing period that may be converted to transactable bids and offers when the clearing period terminates. In addition, in some preferred embodiments, the structured protocol permits traders to enter orders that specify an initial price and a better, hidden price.

Abstract: A plurality of user interfaces for facilitating efficient order management and post-trade processing in an electronic trading system are disclosed. A first user interface comprises a plurality of client buttons and a broker button. Selection of a client button shifts the user interface to a client-perspective mode in which all actions and views are from the selected client's point of view. Selection of the broker button shifts the user interface to a client-neutral mode in which the broker may enter orders in the market without specifying any particular client. An analogous user interface for use by a trader is also described. A second user interface, referred to as a blotter, is also provided that comprises four distinct views for displaying “pending,” “completed,” “all,” and “annulled” trades. Preferred embodiments for utilizing the disclosed user interfaces to process different classes of pending trades are also described.

Abstract: An electronic trading system and associated methods that provide for anonymous pricing data while ensuring the integrity of the system by preventing it from being used for price discovery information only. Methods are included to police the dealers requesting price information and clear rules are implemented to reward the dealer offering the best price. Dealers request price information by submitting an open (not anonymous) request to a broker for a price on an amount of a security or financial instrument, referred to herein as a “Price-For-Call,” which results in an anonymous RFQ being sent to a group of other dealers. If more than one dealer in the group responds with a price, only the best price (bid or offer or both) is returned to the requesting dealer and only the dealer offering the best price is rewarded with knowledge of the price information by virtue of the fact that his price traded.

Abstract: An electronic trading system and associated methods that provide for anonymous pricing data while ensuring the integrity of the system by preventing it from being used for price discovery information only. Methods are included to police the dealers requesting price information and clear rules are implemented to reward the dealer offering the best price. Dealers request price information by submitting an open (not anonymous) request to a broker for a price on an amount of a security or financial instrument, referred to herein as a “Price-For-Call,” which results in an anonymous RFQ being sent to a group of other dealers. If more than one dealer in the group responds with a price, only the best price (bid or offer or both) is returned to the requesting dealer and only the dealer offering the best price is rewarded with knowledge of the price information by virtue of the fact that his price traded.