Abstract: An illustrative computing device may include a processor and a non-transitory memory device for storing a data structure capable of being compressed, where the data structure includes a plurality of data elements and each of the plurality of data elements includes a date field and a quantity field. The computing device may process instructions to arrange the plurality of data elements in a consecutive series in date order based on a value stored in the date field of each data element, determine whether a gap appears in the consecutive series of data elements based on a value stored in the quantity field of each element, remove the determined gaps in each of the data elements, and repeat the determining and removing steps until a predetermined criterion has been reached.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and catheters for endovascular treatment of a blood vessel are disclosed. In one aspect, a catheter for endovascular treatment of a blood vessel. The catheter comprises a housing. The catheter further comprises a treatment portion. The catheter further comprises a fistula forming element. And the catheter further comprises an intravascular ultrasound imaging device.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for enabling gesture-based interactions between a computer program and a user is disclosed. According to certain embodiments, the method may include initiating the computer program. The method may also include detecting that a condition has occurred. The method may also include activating a gesture-based operation mode of the computer program. The method may also include receiving gesture data generated by a sensor, the gesture data representing a gesture performed by the user. The method may further include performing a task based on the gesture data.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for enabling gesture-based interactions between a computer program and a user is disclosed. According to certain embodiments, the method may include initiating the computer program. The method may also include detecting that a condition has occurred. The method may also include activating a gesture-based operation mode of the computer program. The method may also include receiving gesture data generated by a sensor, the gesture data representing a gesture performed by the user. The method may further include performing a task based on the gesture data.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a relief valve body arranged between an inlet and an outlet. The relief valve body includes an expanding nozzle extending along an axis, a first ramp extending in an arcuate path from an apex to a first terminal point, and a second ramp extending in an arcuate path from the apex to a second terminal point. The first ramp and the second ramp define an expanding flow area for a fluid flow between the inlet and the outlet.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a relief valve body arranged for connecting to a pressure vessel. The relief valve body includes an inlet configured to connect to a pressure vessel and an integrated nozzle downstream from the inlet and extending along an axis. The integrated nozzle includes a nozzle exterior surface, a nozzle bulb, and a valve seat and defines a nozzle expansion region. The relief valve body further includes a redirecting pallet, a valve interior surface having at least one ramped portion downstream from the integrated nozzle and redirecting pallet, and an outlet downstream from the at least one ramped portion.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for enabling gesture-based interactions between a computer program and a user is disclosed. According to certain embodiments, the method may include initiating the computer program. The method may also include detecting that a condition has occurred. The method may also include activating a gesture-based operation mode of the computer program. The method may also include receiving gesture data generated by a sensor, the gesture data representing a gesture performed by the user. The method may further include performing a task based on the gesture data.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a relief valve body arranged for connecting to a pressure vessel. The relief valve body includes an inlet configured to connect to a pressure vessel and an integrated nozzle downstream from the inlet and extending along an axis. The integrated nozzle includes a nozzle exterior surface, a nozzle bulb, and a valve seat and defines a nozzle expansion region. The relief valve body further includes a redirecting pallet, a valve interior surface having at least one ramped portion downstream from the integrated nozzle and redirecting pallet, and an outlet downstream from the at least one ramped portion.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a relief valve body arranged for connecting to a pressure vessel. The relief valve body includes an inlet configured to connect to a pressure vessel and an integrated nozzle downstream from the inlet and extending along an axis. The integrated nozzle includes a nozzle exterior surface, a nozzle bulb, and a valve seat and defines a nozzle expansion region. The relief valve body further includes a redirecting pallet, a valve interior surface having at least one ramped portion downstream from the integrated nozzle and redirecting pallet, and an outlet downstream from the at least one ramped portion.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a relief valve body arranged for connecting to a pressure vessel. The relief valve body includes an inlet configured to connect to a pressure vessel and an integrated nozzle downstream from the inlet and extending along an axis. The integrated nozzle includes a nozzle exterior surface, a nozzle bulb, and a valve seat and defines a nozzle expansion region. The relief valve body further includes a redirecting pallet, a valve interior surface having at least one ramped portion downstream from the integrated nozzle and redirecting pallet, and an outlet downstream from the at least one ramped portion.

Abstract: A method of making an ink-printed fibrous web by applying onto at least one side of a coated fibrous web at least one ink layer of a planographic ink to form an image thereon to produce a printed fibrous web. The ink layer(s) has a total volatile content, as supplied, of less than 10% (preferably less than 5%). The printed fibrous web is then subjected to ambient temperatures without the use of a drying oven or by employing oven temperatures that have an exit web temperature that does not exceed 225° F. Subsequent processing of the printed fibrous web includes applying one or more coatings including a waterbased coating, a coating having a total volatile content of less than 10%, a coating that is cured with actinic radiation, and an anti-offset coating.

Abstract: A cooling device including an air source, preferably a fan, that provides air flow and a shroud for directing air flow from the air source at an object, particularly a coil of material, preferably a metal or metal alloy having a temperature greater than the ambient room temperature. The cooling device provides cooling efficiency by directing the air from the air source at an increased velocity to a desirable area or areas on an end surface of the object, thereby increasing heat transfer from the object. The cooling device shroud includes an air directing surface that influences the direction of air flow across the object in a desired pattern. Methods for preparing cooling devices and for cooling objects are also described.

Abstract: A portable, steam weed killing apparatus designed to be environmentally friendly, economical, fast acting and used by an individual standing in an upright position. The apparatus is intended for killing weeds and unwanted plants in gardens, flower beds and along sidewalks by application of concentrated heated water or steam thereto. The apparatus includes electrically powered, portable steam generating unit containing a water reservoir, an electric pump and an electric steam heater. The apparatus also includes an elongated, rigid guide bar with a weed cover attached to its distal end. A flexible hose delivers steam from the steam generating unit to the weed cover. During use, the weed cover is placed over the undesired plant and the steam generating unit is operated to deliver a concentrated amount of steam to the plant located inside the weed cover.