Abstract: A method for making an audio speaker cover using at least some of the following steps, not necessarily in the sequence listed: evolving a CAD first stage model of an audio speaker cover with an array of apertures; determining a desired blank workpiece manufacturing configuration by electing to process a single blank workpiece or an assembly of stacked blank workpieces; affixing the single blank workpiece or stacked blank workpieces in relation to a CNC machine; addressing one or more of the stacks simultaneously or sequentially to create apertures in the audio speaker covers with parallel walls and square shoulders to provide strength while minimizing losses in sound transmission, the apertures and intervening lands providing a visually attractive appearance to an observer.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to human monoclonal IgE antibodies, and IgG antibodies engineered therefrom. Such engineered antibodies can be used to blunt pathologic IgE responses in subjects, such as in the treatment or prevention of allergies.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of tissue dissection. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to medical devices which lift and retract tissue during a dissection procedure to improve visualization of the target tissue and mitigate obstruction of dissection tools. In particular, the present disclosure relates to a tissue retraction device which moves from a constrained to relaxed configuration to immobilize and retract the dissected portion of target tissue during a dissection procedure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for managing communications in a wireless communication system such as a WiFi system, at an access point, are provided. Various measurements such as number of devices connected to the access point and using a wireless channel, number of devices not connected to the access point but contending for a wireless channel, proportion of time a wireless channel is in use, transmission quality of a wireless channel, interference due to wireless activity according to a process other than the protocol of the communication system, and interference due to wireless activity according to a different process, are made. Based on the measurements, decisions of how to partition a portion of spectrum into a number of channels as well as the number of channels, or decisions of whether to enable or disable such channels or portions of spectrum, are made.

Abstract: A power tool includes a housing including an electric motor, a work element, a shaft extending between the housing and the work element, and a clamp coupled to the shaft and extending along a longitudinal axis between a first end and a second end. The shaft includes an outer shaft and an inner shaft. The clamp is actuatable between a locked position and an unlocked position. The inner shaft is configured to slide longitudinally within the outer shaft when the clamp is in the unlocked position. The outer shaft and the inner shaft are secured in a desired position when the clamp is in the locked position.

Abstract: A patient interface for delivery of a supply of pressurised air or breathable gas to an entrance of a patient's airways comprising: a cushion member that includes a retaining structure and a seal-forming structure permanently connected to the retaining structure; a frame member attachable to the retaining structure; and a positioning and stabilising structure attachable to the frame member.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for managing communications in a wireless communication system such as a WiFi system, at an access point, are provided. Various measurements such as number of devices connected to the access point and using a wireless channel, number of devices not connected to the access point but contending for a wireless channel, proportion of time a wireless channel is in use, transmission quality of a wireless channel, interference due to wireless activity according to a process other than the protocol of the communication system, and interference due to wireless activity according to a different process, are made. Based on the measurements, decisions of how to partition a portion of spectrum into a number of channels as well as the number of channels, or decisions of whether to enable or disable such channels or portions of spectrum, are made.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for managing communications in a wireless communication system such as a WiFi system, at an access point, are provided. Various measurements such as number of devices connected to the access point and using a wireless channel, number of devices not connected to the access point but contending for a wireless channel, proportion of time a wireless channel is in use, transmission quality of a wireless channel, interference due to wireless activity according to a process other than the protocol of the communication system, and interference due to wireless activity according to a different process, are made. Based on the measurements, decisions of how to partition a portion of spectrum into a number of channels as well as the number of channels, or decisions of whether to enable or disable such channels or portions of spectrum, are made.

Abstract: A lift assembly including a lifting structure, a lifting arm, a yoke structure fixed to the lifting structure, a pin pivotally coupling the lifting arm with the yoke structure, and an integrated anti-rotational assembly associated with both the yoke structure and the pin. The lifting structure can actuate relative to the ground between a lowered position and a raised position. The lifting arm is configured to actuate with the lifting structure between the lowered position and the raised position. The integrated anti-rotational assembly can inhibit rotation of the pin relative to the yoke structure about the longitudinal axis of the pin.

Abstract: Ultraviolet light disinfection systems expose medical devices, surfaces, patients and healthcare clinicians to UV light having wavelengths consist with killing microorganisms. UV light systems may use logic to govern the operation of UV light sources so as to apply a disinfecting dose of the UV light. UV detectors measure UV light exposure. Enclosures contain medical devices and flood the medical devices with the UV light. Some enclosures accommodate a person. Some UV systems project UV light onto high-touch surfaces of a healthcare environment. Some systems may be deployed within a patient transport vehicle. Some UV systems may be incorporated into medical devices.

Abstract: An exoskeleton system, the exoskeleton system comprising one or more actuator units that include a fluidic actuator, one or more sensors and an exoskeleton device. The exoskeleton device includes a fluidic system, and a processor and memory, the memory storing instructions, that when executed by the processor, are configured to control the exoskeleton system to introduce fluid to the fluidic actuator of the one or more actuator units to cause actuation of the fluidic actuator of the one or more actuator units. The exoskeleton system may be configured to operate in, on or around a body of water and can be water and/or corrosion resistant.

Abstract: Exemplary semiconductor processing methods include forming a via in a semiconductor structure. The via may be defined in part by a bottom surface and a sidewall surface formed in the semiconductor structure around the via. The methods may also include depositing a tantalum nitride (TaN) layer on the bottom surface of the via. In embodiments, the TaN layer may be deposited at a temperature less than or about 200° C. The methods may still further include depositing a titanium nitride (TiN) layer on the TaN layer. In embodiments, the TiN layer may be deposited at a temperature greater than or about 300° C. The methods may additionally include depositing a fill-metal on the TiN layer in the via. In embodiments, the metal may be deposited at a temperature greater than or about 300° C.

Abstract: In one aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided a gas turbine engine. The gas turbine engine includes a primary gas path having, in fluid series communication: an air inlet, a compressor fluidly connected to the air inlet, a combustor fluidly connected to an outlet of the compressor, and a turbine section fluidly connected to an outlet of the combustor section. In embodiments, a hydrogen expansion turbine is in fluid communication to receive hydrogen from the gaseous hydrogen outlet of the heat exchanger. In certain embodiments, the gas turbine engine includes a heat exchanger having a gas conduit fluidly connected to the primary gas path, and a fluid conduit in fluid isolation from the gas conduit and in thermal communication with the gas conduit.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of tissue dissection. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to medical devices that lift and retract tissue during a dissection procedure to improve visualization of the target tissue and mitigate obstructions for dissection tools. In particular, the present disclosure relates to devices that transition from a constrained to an unconstrained bowed configuration to immobilize and retract the dissected portion of target tissue during a dissection procedure.

Abstract: A joist pocket assembly and a method for manufacturing a joist pocket assembly is described herein. In some embodiments, the joist pocket assembly can include a frame configured to be mounted within a cut-out in a wall. In some embodiments, the joist pocket assembly can include a base of the frame, where the base can be configured to receive a structural member of a joist. In some embodiments, the joist pocket assembly can include a flange extending from a perimeter of the frame, where the flange can cover a gap between the frame and the wall. In some embodiments, the joist pocket assembly can include a first stud coupled to the base of the frame, where the first stud can secure the frame to the wall. In some embodiments, the joist pocket assembly can be placed in a concrete tilt wall or concrete precast wall.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a system and method for contingency wagering. The system provides a first user interface (UI) to create a plurality of user accounts and a second UI to establish connection between the plurality of user accounts. Further, the system provides display of a plurality of contingency wagers and enables each user to select at least one contingency wager of the plurality of contingency wagers. The system sends a notification to each user account of a set of users accounts of the plurality of user accounts, based on selection of the at least one contingency wager by at least one user account of the plurality of user accounts other than the set of user accounts. The notification includes a plurality of links, where a first link of the plurality of links corresponds to a copy operation on the at least one contingency wager.

Abstract: An example medical device includes an endoscope. The endoscope includes a handle including a central control section, one or more valves coupled to the central control section, an elongate shaft extending distally from the handle to a distal tip, wherein the elongate shaft is configured to be inserted into a body cavity, and a remote user interface operatively coupled to the central control section. The remote user interface is configured to operate the one or more valves to control a flow of fluid through the elongate shaft.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of tissue dissection. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to medical devices that lift and retract tissue during a dissection procedure to improve visualization of the target tissue and mitigate obstructions for dissection tools. In particular, the present disclosure relates to devices that transition from a constrained to an unconstrained bowed configuration to immobilize and retract the dissected portion of target tissue during a dissection procedure.

Abstract: An aircraft propulsion system is provided that includes a turbine engine and an exhaust gas condenser. The exhaust gas condenser includes a housing, a nozzle, a plurality of air scoops, and a plurality of exhaust gas conduit banks. The housing has an interior cavity, a bottom side, and first and second lateral sides. The exhaust gas conduit banks are disposed in the interior cavity of the housing and are configured to form an interior bypass air chamber. Each exhaust gas conduit bank includes alternating exhaust gas conduits and bypass air passages. The exhaust gas conduits extend axially between the forward and aft ends, and are configured to conduct exhaust gases to the nozzle. The bypass air passages are configured to receive bypass air from the air scoops and direct the bypass air between the exhaust gas conduits and into the interior bypass air chamber.