Abstract: A door access device for a semi-trailer includes: a lock device to control access to the semi-trailer and a controller for the lock device. The lock device includes a door lock at a door of the semi-trailer, the lock device to be electrically actuated to lock and unlock the door. The controller programmed to: determine that a semi-tractor has established an electrical connection with the semi-trailer; determine whether the semi-tractor is authorized to connect to the semi-trailer; and, in response to a determination that the semi-trailer is authorized to connect to the semi-trailer, actuate the lock device to unlock the door.

Abstract: A coupling access device for a semi-trailer includes: a cover mechanism to cover an air hose coupling for pneumatic brakes of the semi-trailer, the cover mechanism to restrict access to the air hose coupling when in a closed position, and the cover mechanism to provide access to the air hose coupling when in an open position; a lock device to engage the cover mechanism in the closed position; and a controller to actuate the lock device to allow the cover mechanism to transition from the closed position to the open position.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for processing data of a neural network. The method includes: obtaining one or more bit representations of data used for processing a neural network; generating a plurality of candidate profiles based on the bit representations; determining a final profile by comparing compression performances for each of the candidate profiles; and determining an optimal configuration for compressing data of the neural network based on the determined final profile.

Abstract: The present disclosure teaches an antenna structure comprising an antenna transmitting a signal in the terahertz band and at least one mirror, which is moveable to reflect a terahertz-band signal from a neighboring antenna. There may be a communication cell comprising a plurality of such antenna structures. The communication cell may define a coverage area. In another embodiment, the present disclosure teaches a method for controlling the antenna structures to improve the performance of the communication cell.

Abstract: The present disclosure teaches an antenna structure comprising an antenna transmitting a signal in the terahertz band and at least one mirror, which is moveable to reflect a terahertz-band signal from a neighbouring antenna. There may be a communication cell comprising a plurality of such antenna structures. The communication cell may define a coverage area. In another embodiment, the present disclosure teaches a method for controlling the antenna structures to improve the performance of the communication cell.

Abstract: A communication device (1) operable to communicate with another communication device (3) to determine the location of the two devices with respect to one another, the communication device having a plurality of antennas (5, 7, 9) and being configured to transmit an interrogation radio wave signal (11) to the other communication device from at least one of the antennas, the communication device being configured to detect at each one of the antennas a radio wave reply signal sent from the other communication device in response to the interrogation signal; the communication device including a processing module for processing the reply signal received at each antenna, the processing module being configured to determine a direction in which the other communication device is located based on characteristics of the reply signal as received at each antenna.

Abstract: A method and system adapted for use in a mobile telecommunication network is described. The invention describes a rating and routing system which is adapted to enable an efficient rating and routing of data transactions being transmitted through a network. Based on a comparison of identifiers associatable with a subscriber to the network, with a set of parameters defined for data transactions, the system of the present invention is adapted to enable an accurate assessment and allocation of the correct rating tariff value to a specific transaction and the routing of that rated value to an appropriate destination defined for the user.

Abstract: A tactile device comprising a tactile device and a feedback mechanism operable with a sensing surface to receive a force input from a user and transfer that force input to a force sensing element. The tactile device is configured to allow the user to touch the tactile device and register an input force with the force sensing element. The tactile device is also operable with the feedback mechanism to provide feedback to the user that the force input from the user has been registered with the force sensing element.

Abstract: A method and system adapted for use in a mobile telecommunication network is described. The invention describes a rating and routing system which is adapted to enable an efficient rating and routing of data transactions being transmitted through a network. Based on a comparison of identifiers associatable with a subscriber to the network, with a set of parameters defined for data transactions, the system of the present invention is adapted to enable an accurate assessment and allocation of the correct rating tariff value to a specific transaction and the routing of that rated value to an appropriate destination defined for the user.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for treating, preventing and diagnosing drusen-associated disorders.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is described including administration of a pyrimidine derivative and a quinazoline derivative as well as a pharmaceutical composition including the same.

Abstract: The present invention involves the identification of choroidal neovascularization (CNV) based on lectin binding patterns in choroidal and/or Bruch's membranes. The use of lectins to target therapeutic agents to CNV also is disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for treating, preventing and diagnosing macular degeneration-related disorders.

Abstract: A hydraulic stop for use in drilling or countersinking operations comprising a rotatable body for rotating a tool about its axis and a cage adapted to contact the surface of a workpiece when the tool has penetrated into the workpiece by a predetermined distance and to actuate a trip mechanism comprising a plunger-operated hydraulic valve as the tool penetrates the workpiece more than the predetermined distance, wherein the plunger is of adjustable length. When actuated the trip mechanism allows the body to shrink in length suddenly. The cage is axially adjustable in relation to the body to set the predetermined depth at which the trip mechanism actuates. Drainage means is provided comprising a plurality of holes spaced around the circumference of the body to which the cage is mounted to allow drainage of coolant whatever the axial position of the cage.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for diagnosing and treating macular degeneration-related disorders. The invention also related to methods for identifying genes that cause macular degeneration-related disorders.

Abstract: A food transportation container which will maintain food in a fresh, hot and undeteriorated condition during delivery of the food from its point of origin to its destination, while being easy to use and store. The container will not impart undesirable taste to its contents. Furthermore, the container will not impede proper cutting of the food contained therein.