Abstract: A computer-implemented method for translating an input text element into a sequence of characters comprising a set of graphical symbols. The method comprises the steps of: selecting (12) one or more words out of the input text element as pre-processed or unprocessed to be translated to obtain a word selection; marking (12) the word selection; translating (13) the word selection identified by the marking into at least a set of graphical symbols by using an artificial intelligence language model considering the context of the word selection in the pre-processed text element to dynamically translate the word selection based on the context to obtain a translated word selection, wherein a given word in the word selection is translated into a sequence of at least two graphical symbols; and displaying (15) the input text element as translated to a user, wherein the input text element as translated comprises the translated word selection.

Abstract: An indicator device for detecting the presence of another device and alerting a user of the indicator device may comprise a housing, an electrical power source, a proximity sensor configured to detect the presence of the other device, and one or more indicator elements operable to alert the user of the indicator device where the proximity sensor is configured to operate the indicator element if the distance between the indicator device and the other device is below a predetermined value. The proximity sensor may be configured to operate the indicator element if the distance between the indicator device and the other device is within a predetermined distance.

Abstract: Chemical synthesizer systems and methods for operating the same. One method includes receiving a first queue of instructions including a plurality of delivery instructions for operating a delivery assembly with respect to a plurality of synthesis plates and a plurality of vacuum instructions, grouped in a plurality of vacuum sections, for operating a vacuum assembly with respect to the plurality of synthesis plates. The method also includes sequentially processing each instruction included in the first queue of instructions by (i) executing the instruction when the instruction is one of the plurality of delivery instructions and (ii) moving, when the instruction is one of the plurality of vacuum instructions, one of the plurality of vacuum sections including the instruction to a second queue of instructions and executing instructions included in the second queue of instruction in parallel with instructions included in the first queue of instructions.

Abstract: A method is provided for disassembling a rotor of a gas turbine engine. During this method, the rotor is provided which includes a rotor disk and a plurality of rotor blades arranged circumferentially about an axis. The rotor blades include a plurality of airfoils and a plurality of attachments that mount the rotor blades to the rotor disk. Each of the rotor blades includes a respective one of the airfoils and a respective one of the attachments. A press is arranged against the rotor. The press axially engages each of the rotor blades. The press moves axially along the axis to simultaneously push the rotor blades and remove the attachments from a plurality of slots in the rotor disk.

Abstract: Some embodiments relate to non-woven composite materials, methods of making and uses thereof, including articles including the composite structures. More particularly, some embodiments relates to non-woven composite materials possessing desirable impact performance and penetration resistance.

Abstract: A method is provided for disassembling a rotor of a gas turbine engine. During this method, the rotor is provided which includes a rotor disk and a plurality of rotor blades arranged circumferentially about an axis. The rotor blades include a plurality of airfoils and a plurality of attachments that mount the rotor blades to the rotor disk. Each of the rotor blades includes a respective one of the airfoils and a respective one of the attachments. A press is arranged against the rotor. The press axially engages each of the rotor blades. The press moves axially along the axis to simultaneously push the rotor blades and remove the attachments from a plurality of slots in the rotor disk.

Abstract: A method is provided for assembling a rotor of a gas turbine engine. During this method, a rotor disk is provided that includes an axis and a plurality of slots arranged circumferentially about the axis in an array. A plurality of rotor blades are provided that include a plurality of airfoils and a plurality of attachments. Each of the rotor blades includes a respective one of the airfoils and a respective one of the attachments. Each of the attachments is inserted partially into a respective one of the slots. The rotor blades are rested on top of a blade support structure. The blade support structure is lowered axially downward along the rotor disk to simultaneously seat the attachments into the slots.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for managing electronic communications. According to certain embodiments, an enterprise directory is provided for listing a plurality of enterprises. In one embodiment, the enterprise directory may include an enterprise profile for each enterprise identifying, among other things, a mode of communication for the enterprise. Enterprises that wish to communicate with one another may form partnerships with one another. In one embodiment, a partnership may be formed between two enterprises when one enterprise accepts a partnership request submitted by the other enterprise. Information regarding partnerships between enterprises may be stored in a database. Further, an enterprise user may request to electronically communicate (e.g., via IM, voice, or email) with a user associated with a different enterprise. Users associated with different enterprises may be allowed to communicate electronically with one another if their respective enterprises are in a partnership with one another.

Abstract: An indicator device for detecting the presence of another device and alerting a user of the indicator device may comprise a housing, an electrical power source, a proximity sensor configured to detect the presence of the other device, and one or more indicator elements operable to alert the user of the indicator device where the proximity sensor is configured to operate the indicator element if the distance between the indicator device and the other device is below a predetermined value. The proximity sensor may be configured to operate the indicator element if the distance between the indicator device and the other device is within a predetermined distance.

Abstract: A synthesizer system includes a vacuum block, a sealing plate coupled to the vacuum block, a synthesis plate having a plurality of wells, and an inflatable seal coupled to both the sealing plate and the synthesis plate and forming a seal between the sealing plate and the synthesis plate.

Abstract: The present application includes a method and system for multi-channel interaction. A communication session is initiated between a customer service representative (CSR) and an end user. Multi-channel communication is used between the end user and the CSR. The multi-channel communication includes at least voice and data. Information is presented to the end user via a user interface, and the user can confirm the accuracy of the information using the user interface.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions including a microbial consortium, for example a microbial consortium that includes at least one of the following isolated microbes: Pseudomonas putida, Bacillus mojavensis, Rhodopseudomonas palustris, Pseudomonas protegens, and Lactobacillus plantarum. The invention also includes formulations that include such compositions, and methods for the use of such formulations.

Abstract: Described are compounds of the structure R4-a—Si-((Sp-Y)—Zb)a, wherein “a” is an integer from 1 to 3; “b” is an integer from 0 to (3×a); “Z,” which is absent when “b”=0, is halogen, C1-6 linear or branched alkyl, alkenyl, or alkynyl, C1-6 linear or branched halo-alkyl, halo-alkenyl, or halo-alkynyl, or wherein each “R” is halogen, C1-6 linear or branched alkyl, alkenyl, or alkynyl or C1-6 linear or branched halo-alkyl, halo-alkenyl, or halo-alkynyl; each “Sp” C1-15 linear or branched alkylenyl or C1-15 linear or branched halo-alkylenyl; and each “Y” an organic polar group. Also described are electrolyte compositions containing one or more of these compounds.

Abstract: A multiple carrier injection system includes an adapter, having at least one arm, and a pen needle assembly. The pen needle assembly includes a hub retaining a needle and a bullet having a cover to seal the bullet, where the bullet encloses the hub in a first position. The arm engages the adapter to the hub, and the arm causes the hub to rotate within the bullet to move the hub into a second position.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods are provided to detect when items are removed from a multiple cavity carrier (MCC) that stores items (e.g., pen needle assemblies) in respective cavities. A separate, reusable data collection unit (DCU) can be mounted to the MCC and has sensors for detecting cavity status (e.g., empty or filled with an item). The DCU stores data related to time stamps, optional dates, and cavity locations of item removal from and optional used item return to respective ones of the MCC cavities to help users track item usage (e.g., pen needle assemblies) to improve medication delivery management such as insulin injections with an injection pen and pen needle assemblies. Indicators can be generated to indicate from which cavity the next item should be extracted to encourage injection site rotation.

Abstract: Described are compounds of the structure R4-a—Si-(Sp-Y)a—Zb, wherein “a” is an integer from 1 to 4; “b” is an integer from 0 to (3×a); “Z,” which is absent when “b”=0, is “R” or wherein each “R” is halogen, C1-6 linear or branched alkyl, alkenyl, or alkynyl or C1-6 linear or branched halo-alkyl, halo-alkenyl, or halo-alkynyl; each “Sp” C1-15 linear or branched alkylenyl or C1-15 linear or branched halo-alkylenyl; and each “Y” an organic polar group. Also described are electrolyte compositions containing one or more of these compounds.

Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to a three-dimensional (3D) preform including reinforcing fibres and shape memory alloys (SMA) wires and a composite material including a polymer matrix with a 3D-preform embedded therein, wherein the 3D-preform includes reinforcing fibres and shape memory alloy (SMA) wires.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to reactive demarcation templates for demarcating a test area on a test surface and for generating a visual indication of chemical properties of the test surface. Some templates can include an indicator portion, or multiple indicator portions, that indicate properties of a sample contacting the template.

Abstract: An injection pen, or an adapter for an injector pen, configured to connect at its distal end with a needle assembly, and having a tubular wall comprising a through cut from the distal end to pierce and capture barrier material covering needle assembly packaging containing a needle assembly in a cavity therein. The though cut has an opening with an edge that scythes the barrier material when the hub is pressed against the needle assembly packaging to access the needle assembly. The edge can have a tooth for piercing the barrier material. The opening can be dimensioned and shaped and angled relative to the longitudinal axis of the pen or adapter to facilitate capturing scythed barrier material and guiding it away from the needle assembly to ensure the pierced barrier material does not hinder connection of the needle assembly to the pen or adapter.

Abstract: The present application includes a method and system for multi-channel interaction. A communication session is initiated between a customer service representative (CSR) and an end user. Multi-channel communication is used between the end user and the CSR. The multi-channel communication includes at least voice and data. Information is presented to the end user via a user interface, and the user can confirm the accuracy of the information using the user interface.