Abstract: An activity management system is configured to allow users to access multimedia content where the multimedia content is divided into segments. While a user is viewing or interacting with the multimedia content, the user can submit one or more activities (e.g., comments, questions, replies, or reactions) using an interface. The system is operable to electronically link the activity provided by the user with the particular segment of multimedia content in which the activity was captured by the system. The system is also configured to throttle the number of activities that are displayed to a user for any given segment based on (1) viewers linked to the user (e.g., groups, social media groups, etc.), (2) viewers that influence the user, (3) viewers selected by the user, (4) viewers that cause the user to be engaged with the multimedia content, and (5) a threshold number of activities set by the viewer or the system.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of producing a set of mechanically connected cells (200), especially for use in a vehicle traction battery (704). The method comprises placing successive layers of cells into a fixture, and joining each new layer to the existing layers using a layer of adhesive.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a valve seat (20) for a poppet valve of an internal combustion engine, wherein the poppet valve comprises a head and a stem behind the head, the valve seat comprising: an aperture (21) configured to form a seal with the head of the poppet valve when the poppet valve is in a closed position; and a peripheral body (22) defining, at least in part, one or more ports (23) shaped like e.g. grooves and sized to enable injection of liquid or gas from a cylinder head of the internal combustion engine into a gas stream behind the head of the poppet valve.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of producing a set of mechanically connected cells (200), especially for use in a vehicle traction battery (704). The method comprises producing a plurality of rows of mechanically connected cells in a first jig, and subsequently connecting the cells together in a second jig. Advantageously, the method may substantially reduce the problem of tolerance stack associated with mechanically connected cells.

Abstract: The disclosure provides an approach for inter-network resource connectivity. Embodiments include receiving, by a forward proxy of a transporter server, from a device in a source network, a request directed to a resource in a target network. Embodiments include forwarding the request to a reverse proxy of the transporter server, wherein the forward proxy and the reverse proxy of the transporter server are not in the target network. Embodiments include transmitting the request from the reverse proxy to a transporter client in the target network via a first tunnel channel. Embodiments include transmitting the request from the transporter client to the resource in the target network via a second tunnel channel. Embodiments include returning a response to the device based on the request via the second tunnel channel, the first tunnel channel, the reverse proxy, and the forward proxy.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a valve seat (20) for a poppet valve of an internal combustion engine, wherein the poppet valve comprises a head and a stem behind the head, the valve seat comprising: an aperture (21) configured to form a seal with the head of the poppet valve when the poppet valve is in a closed position; and a peripheral body (22) defining, at least in part, one or more ports (23) shaped like e.g. grooves and sized to enable injection of liquid or gas from a cylinder head of the internal combustion engine into a gas stream behind the head of the poppet valve.

Abstract: A user interface may be communicatively coupled with a fluid-moving pump and may include at least two interactive regions for receiving user input to control the fluid-moving pump. The user interface may be attached to the fluid-moving pump using a mounting cover and an attachment bracket that can allow attachment or positioning of the user interface relative to the fluid-moving pump via a turn motion or other suitable methods. In other examples, the user interface can be mounted on a wall or other surface.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a coolant circuit (1) for a multi-cylinder internal combustion engine (3). The coolant circuit (1) having a plurality of coolant passages (10-1, 10-2, 10-3). A coolant distribution chamber (11) is provided in the coolant circuit (1). The coolant distribution chamber (11) has opposing first and second walls (12, 13) and a sidewall (14) extending between said first and second walls (12, 13). A coolant inlet (15) is disposed in the first wall (12) and a plurality of coolant outlets (17-1, 17-2, 17-3) are disposed in the sidewall (14). The coolant outlets (17-1, 17-2, 17-3) are each connected to a respective one of said coolant passages (10-1, 10-2, 10-3). A guide (18) is disposed in the coolant distribution chamber (11) for guiding coolant introduced into the coolant distribution chamber (11) through the coolant inlet (15) outwardly towards said coolant outlets (17-1, 17-2, 17-3). The coolant distribution chamber (11) may comprise a toroidal chamber.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ipomoea batatas cultivar named ‘ISGHP05-2’ is disclosed, characterized by dark greyed-purple heart-shaped foliage. Plants are semi-compact, have a trailing habit and produce many lateral branches without pinching or chemical growth regulators. The new cultivar is an Ipomoea batatas, typically suited for ornamental container and garden use.

Abstract: A new and distinct Leucanthemum hybrid cultivar named ‘LBEWH06-0’ is disclosed, characterized by a uniquely very large single inflorescence. Plants are overall low growing, compact and tolerate low temperatures to USDA Zone 4. The new variety is a Leucanthemum hybrid, typically used for ornamental outdoor purposes.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ipomoea batatas cultivar named ‘ISGLG02-1’ is disclosed, characterized by a vibrant light green palmate shaped foliage. Plants are upright, mounding, and outwardly spreading. Plants produce many lateral branches, without pinching or chemical growth regulators. The new cultivar is an Ipomoea batatas, typically suited for ornamental container and garden use.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ipomoea batatas cultivar named ‘ISGGS10-0’ is disclosed, characterized by heart-shaped foliage with yellow and green variegation. Plants are semi-compact, have a mounding habit, and produce many lateral branches, without pinching or chemical growth regulators. The new cultivar is an Ipomoea batatas, typically suited for ornamental container and garden use.

Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCAMC10-0’ is disclosed, characterized by flowers that are white at first opening, turning pink within 24 hours then to a strong purplish red. Plants are floriferous, flower continuously and hardy to USDA Zone 3. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCARE11-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are semi-double and uniquely true red. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Agastache plant named ‘ASUOR03-0’ is disclosed, characterized by orange flowers, good plant vigor, and increased branching. Plants produce densely flowering racemes. The new cultivar is an Agastache, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Agastache plant named ‘ASUMO02-0’ is disclosed, characterized by deep red flowers, and increased branching. Plants are vigorous and produce densely flowering racemes. The new cultivar is an Agastache, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Agastache plant named ‘ASUBL01-0’ is disclosed, characterized by unique violet flowers, and increased branching. Plants are vigorous and produce densely flowering racemes. The new cultivar is an Agastache, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.

Abstract: A new and distinct Salvia cultivar named ‘SCABB15-1’ is disclosed, characterized by distinctive bi-color violet-blue and light violet-blue flowers, a compact plant habit, and early flowering. The new variety is a Salvia, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Agastache plant named ‘ASURO08-0’ is disclosed, characterized by unique rose flowers, and increased branching. Plants are vigorous and produce densely flowering verticillasters. The new cultivar is an Agastache, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.

Abstract: This invention involves the addition of ester bottoms to an asphalt paving composition to improve the usable temperature range (UTR). The ester bottoms are a byproduct of refining a feedstock containing all or a portion of vegetable oil or animal fat.