Abstract: Maximum expressivity can be received representing a ratio between maximum and minimum input weights to a neuron of a neural network implementing a weighted real-valued logic gate. Operator arity can be received associated with the neuron. Logical constraints associated with the weighted real-valued logic gate can be determined in terms of weights associated with inputs to the neuron, a threshold-of-truth, and a neuron threshold for activation. The threshold-of-truth can be determined as a parameter used in an activation function of the neuron, based on solving an activation optimization formulated based on the logical constraints, the activation optimization maximizing a product of expressivity representing a distribution width of input weights to the neuron and gradient quality for the neuron given the operator arity and the maximum expressivity. The neural network of logical neurons can be trained using the activation function at the neuron, the activation function using the determined threshold-of-truth.

Abstract: A heated base for a mixing assembly includes a housing that has an upper rim and a lower bowl. A heating feature is disposed within the lower bowl of the housing. An engagement clip is operably coupled to the housing. A locking member operably coupled to the engagement clip and is configured to selectively engage the engagement clip in a first position and a second position.

Abstract: Spectral filtering or shaping is applied to an imaging system of an aerial vehicle such as a UAV to ensure that the measurements between a camera system and an ambient light sensor system are proportional under all light conditions. The spectral filtering is applied so that the resulting spectral sensitivity curves of the ambient light sensor system and of the camera system are proportional to one another over a spectral region. Thereafter, it is determined if there is a difference between a target ambient lighting condition and a real-time ambient lighting condition collected by the ambient light sensor system when an image was obtained. If a difference exists, a color correction can be applied to the image. This results in more accurate color correction and more spectrally accurate and consistent images.

Abstract: The present subject matter provides a technical solution for various technical problems associated with precision agriculture imagery. A technical solution for stitching together successive passes of captured images may include using multiple image capture devices, where the image capture devices have different fields of view. A first camera may be used to provide a first field of view (FOV), and may be configured to provide a selected ground sample distance (GSD) for precision agriculture imagery analysis. A second camera may be used to provide a wider FOV, and may be used to provide sufficient stitching process overlap between images captured in successive passes.

Abstract: Physical object boundary detection techniques and systems are described. In one example, an augmented reality module generates three dimensional point cloud data. This data describes depths at respective points within a physical environment that includes the physical object. A physical object boundary detection module is then employed to filter the point cloud data by removing points that correspond to a ground plane. The module then performs a nearest neighbor search to locate a subset of the points within the filtered point cloud data that correspond to the physical object. Based on this subset, the module projects the subset of points onto the ground plane to generate a two-dimensional boundary. The two-dimensional boundary is then extruded based on a height determined from a point having a maximum distance from the ground plane from the filtered cloud point data.

Abstract: An exhaust manifold apparatus for routing an exhaust gas produced by an internal combustion engine is described. The manifold includes a manifold log with a log wall that defines a log bore. The log bore is in fluid communication with an upstream opening of the manifold log and a downstream opening of the manifold log. An inlet runner includes a runner wall that defines a runner bore in fluid communication with the log bore. The inlet runner is engaged to the manifold log at a stress point, which also includes at least one stiffening rib disposed on an interior surface of the log wall and/or the inlet runner wall.

Abstract: Physical object boundary detection techniques and systems are described. In one example, an augmented reality module generates three dimensional point cloud data. This data describes depths at respective points within a physical environment that includes the physical object. A physical object boundary detection module is then employed to filter the point cloud data by removing points that correspond to a ground plane. The module then performs a nearest neighbor search to locate a subset of the points within the filtered point cloud data that correspond to the physical object. Based on this subset, the module projects the subset of points onto the ground plane to generate a two-dimensional boundary. The two-dimensional boundary is then extruded based on a height determined from a point having a maximum distance from the ground plane from the filtered cloud point data.

Abstract: A fluid delivery tube bracket is disclosed herein, comprising a central pocket formed by a rear wall, first and second end walls, and first and second side walls, the first end wall having a first slot configured to receive a first medical tube, and the second end wall having a second slot configured to receive a second medical tube. The first side wall includes a first port plug receiving portion configured to receive a first connector plug when in an open position, and the second side wall includes a second port plug receiving portion configured to support a second port plug when in a closed position. Additional product and method embodiments also are disclosed.

Abstract: An exhaust manifold apparatus for routing an exhaust gas produced by an internal combustion engine is described. The manifold includes a manifold log with a log wall that defines a log bore. The log bore is in fluid communication with an upstream opening of the manifold log and a downstream opening of the manifold log. An inlet runner includes a runner wall that defines a runner bore in fluid communication with the log bore. The inlet runner is engaged to the manifold log at a stress point, which also includes at least one stiffening rib disposed on an interior surface of the log wall and/or the inlet runner wall.

Abstract: An exhaust manifold apparatus for routing an exhaust gas produced by an internal combustion engine is described. The manifold includes a manifold log with a log wall that defines a log bore. The log bore is in fluid communication with an upstream opening of the manifold log and a downstream opening of the manifold log. An inlet runner includes a runner wall that defines a runner bore in fluid communication with the log bore. The inlet runner is engaged to the manifold log at a stress point, which also includes at least one stiffening rib disposed on an interior surface of the log wall and/or the inlet runner wall.

Abstract: A method of protecting a monument during manufacturing of a vehicle. The method includes attaching a plurality of brackets to the monument prior to installation in the vehicle, each of the plurality of brackets having corresponding fasteners facing outwardly relative to the monument. The method also includes connecting a blanket to the corresponding fasteners. The method also includes installing the monument in the vehicle, disconnecting the blanket, and removing the plurality of brackets from the monument.

Abstract: Physical object boundary detection techniques and systems are described. In one example, an augmented reality module generates three dimensional point cloud data. This data describes depths at respective points within a physical environment that includes the physical object. A physical object boundary detection module is then employed to filter the point cloud data by removing points that correspond to a ground plane. The module then performs a nearest neighbor search to locate a subset of the points within the filtered point cloud data that correspond to the physical object. Based on this subset, the module projects the subset of points onto the ground plane to generate a two-dimensional boundary. The two-dimensional boundary is then extruded based on a height determined from a point having a maximum distance from the ground plane from the filtered cloud point data.

Abstract: A portable system for transporting, storing, and dispensing liquid fuel. The portable system includes two or more non-manifolded fuel tanks and a pump dispensing system consisting of a fuel pump, a fuel hose, and a nozzle. The portable system further includes a portable platform consisting of a frame sufficient to support the weight of the entire system while the two or more non-manifolded fuel tanks are full of the liquid fuel. The portable system further includes a custody transfer flow meter and a point of sale system.

Abstract: An exhaust manifold apparatus for routing an exhaust gas produced by an internal combustion engine is described. The manifold includes a manifold log with a log wall that defines a log bore. The log bore is in fluid communication with an upstream opening of the manifold log and a downstream opening of the manifold log. An inlet runner includes a runner wall that defines a runner bore in fluid communication with the log bore. The inlet runner is engaged to the manifold log at a stress point, which also includes at least one stiffening rib disposed on an interior surface of the log wall and/or the inlet runner wall.

Abstract: A portable platform for the transportation, storage, and dispensing of liquid fuel that has a pump dispensing system, custody transfer flow meter, and point of sale system with preferred embodiments which allow for improved access to self-serve and attendant provided automatic payment fuel filing.

Abstract: A method of protecting a monument during manufacturing of a vehicle. The method includes attaching a plurality of brackets to the monument prior to installation in the vehicle, each of the plurality of brackets having corresponding fasteners facing outwardly relative to the monument. The method also includes connecting a blanket to the corresponding fasteners. The method also includes installing the monument in the vehicle, disconnecting the blanket, and removing the plurality of brackets from the monument.

Abstract: A fluid delivery tube bracket is disclosed herein, comprising a central pocket formed by a rear wall, first and second end walls, and first and second side walls, the first end wall having a first slot configured to receive a first medical tube, and the second end wall having a second slot configured to receive a second medical tube. The first side wall includes a first port plug receiving portion configured to receive a first connector plug when in an open position, and the second side wall includes a second port plug receiving portion configured to support a second port plug when in a closed position. Additional product and method embodiments also are disclosed.

Abstract: Online communications are susceptible to high levels of fraud or other unauthorized communications. Online sources of information about goods, including business-to-business resources, marketplace web sites, custom retail web sites, and the like may knowingly or unknowingly transmit communications representing counterfeit goods as genuine, communications regarding overstock goods at low prices without production and commission costs, and solicit customers anonymously. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, electronic information sources are monitored using data metrics to track electronic retailer activities, monitor distribution volumes by source, and monitor pricing. Analysis of such communications may be used to detect potentially fraudulent activity, and, based on manufacturer policy and threshold settings, may automatically report, notify, or take action against such illicit communications.

Abstract: In one example, an unmanned aerial vehicle includes a fuselage and a lift assembly. The lift assembly is selected from a plurality of lift assemblies, each of the plurality of lift assemblies having a different flight modality. The fuselage includes a mounting portion configured to mount with any of the plurality of lift assemblies.

Abstract: A gimbal assembly including a gimbal housing having opposed first and second yoke portions dimensioned and configured to receive a surveillance device therebetween, the yoke portions defining a gimbal axis about which the surveillance device can rotate relative to the gimbal housing, and a drive assembly disposed within the first yoke portion of the gimbal housing for driving the surveillance device about the gimbal axis, the drive assembly having a connector adapted and configured to mate with and pass electrical signals to and from a corresponding connector on the surveillance device, wherein the second yoke portion is detachable from the gimbal housing to gain access to the surveillance device and the surveillance device is removably connected to the drive assembly.