Abstract: A system for multi-factor user authentication for payment card-based transactions are described. The multifactor authentication may be based on a one-time passcode/password (OTP) as sent by an authentication server. A user device may, based on receiving the OTP, send an authentication code. The authentication code may be generated/determined based on the OTP. The authentication code may be augmented biometric identifier (ID) of a user associated with the user device. The authentication server may validate a transaction based on the authentication code.

Abstract: A Halbach-based magnetic position sensor includes a Halbach magnetic element having a spatially rotating magnetization pattern along an extent, producing a focused and augmented magnetic field on a working side relative to a magnetic field on a non-working side. A sensing element on the working side is co-configured with the Halbach magnetic element for relative motion therebetween. The sensing element includes encoder circuitry and magnetic sensors that sense the working-side magnetic field and produce corresponding sensor signals. The encoder circuitry translates the sensor signals into position signals indicating relative position between the sensing element and the Halbach magnetic element. In one example the Halbach magnetic element has a closed curve (e.g., substantially circular or ring-like) configuration.

Abstract: One or more processors of a device management platform receive, from a plurality of networks, usage data indicating usage of devices on the plurality of networks. The one or more processors of the device management platform apply rules to the usage data to identify requested usage data for entities associated with the devices. The rules are defined by the entities to individually indicate the requested usage data. The one or more processors of the device management platform send the requested usage data to one or more destinations of the entities indicated by the rules.

Abstract: An opto-magnetic rotary position encoder includes a polarization optical encoder and a magnetic encoder, both configured for on-axis placement and operation with respect to a rotational axis of a rotating component. A polarization sensor digital control block and a magnetic sensor digital control block are configured and operative to combine polarizer channel position data and magnetic channel position data in a manner providing for one or more of (1) redundancy, (2) calibration, (3) monitoring performance of one channel in relation to the other channel, or (4) compensation or correction of one channel based on the other channel.

Abstract: A variety of algorithmic approaches such as Finite Element Modeling (FEM) and Surface Modeling (SM) use post-accident photos and other data to reconstruct an accident to improve vehicle damage and occupant injury determination. A database of vehicle models created with these techniques may then be used to create vehicle accident simulations and reconstruct the accident based on different impact and occupant parameters. Accident reconstruction using FEM and other techniques allows accident visualization for Auto Physical Damage (APD) corresponding to the vehicle's insurance policy, internal and external component damage prediction for the vehicle, and occupant injury prediction based on movement during the accident.

Abstract: A method of receiving information from a first notice of a loss may be disclosed. A person may provide a description of a loss event. The description may be stored in a memory. The communication may be converted to text using a voice transcription system. The text may then be analyzed to determine if the text relates to know fields. If the determination is positive, the text is placed in the detected field. Once the fields are full, an index is calculated.

Abstract: An augmented reality or virtual reality system is used to evaluate damage to an object. The first user may wear the ar/vr headset and the second party may be able to view the object just as the first user. The first and second user may be able to communicate through the ar/vr system. Both users may be able to augment and manipulate the images being seen in the ar.vr system.

Abstract: An air quality measuring device that includes a first chamber, a second chamber, a third chamber, and a fourth chamber. The first chamber includes a first inlet configured to receive a first airflow, a first outlet configured to receive a first portion of the first airflow, and a second outlet configured to receive a second portion of the first airflow. The second chamber includes a second inlet configured to receive the first portion of the first airflow and a first sensor disposed within the second chamber. The third chamber includes a third inlet configured to receive the second portion of the first airflow and a second sensor disposed within the third chamber. The fourth chamber includes a fourth inlet configured to receive the second portion of the first airflow and a third sensor disposed within the fourth chamber.

Abstract: Systems, methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for creating implicit ad hoc groups of UE based upon specific criteria. One method may include forming, by a session management function, at least one ad-hoc group of user equipment based upon detecting user equipment matching at least one grouping criteria; and reporting, by the session management function, the forming of the at least one ad-hoc group to a network exposure function or an application function based upon at least one notification condition.

Abstract: A Halbach-based magnetic position sensor includes a Halbach magnetic element having a spatially rotating magnetization pattern along an extent, producing a focused and augmented magnetic field on a working side relative to a magnetic field on a non-working side. A sensing element on the working side is co-configured with the Halbach magnetic element for relative motion therebetween. The sensing element includes encoder circuitry and magnetic sensors that sense the working-side magnetic field and produce corresponding sensor signals. The encoder circuitry translates the sensor signals into position signals indicating relative position between the sensing element and the Halbach magnetic element. In one example the Halbach magnetic element has a closed curve (e.g., substantially circular or ring-like) configuration.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to the management of a multi-trim oscillator to provide synchronization across multiple frequencies derived from the multi-trim oscillator without causing spurious pulses of clock output. In one example, a system provides a first clock signal via an oscillator and a second clock signal based on the first clock signal and a divider. The system further receives a first signal that indicates a change in a frequency of the first clock signal from a first frequency to a second frequency. In response to the first signal, the system determines an edge of the second clock signal and provides, at a time based on the edge of the second clock signal, a second signal to the oscillator to cause the change to the second frequency.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to managing clock signals across clock domains. In one implementation, a system is configured to derive a base clock signal from a first clock trigger signal produced by a first subsystem in a first clock domain of the clocking system. The system is further configured to generate a second clock trigger signal based on the base clock signal and a main clock of a second subsystem in a second clock domain of the clocking system. The system is also configured to supply the second clock trigger signal to a second peripheral in the second clock domain.

Abstract: A system for multi-factor user authentication for payment card-based transactions are described. The multifactor authentication may be based on a one-time passcode/password (OTP) as sent by an authentication server. A user device may, based on receiving the OTP, send an authentication code. The authentication code may be generated/determined based on the OTP. The authentication code may be augmented biometric identifier (ID) of a user associated with the user device. The authentication server may validate a transaction based on the authentication code.

Abstract: A method performed by a remote-control unit (RCU) of managing a content transfer to or from integrated output devices (IODs) in a physical room is disclosed. The content transfer involves moving application context of a computer application with which a user can interact, which includes a computer object being operated on and relevant metadata. The RCU is programmed to recognize simple user instructions for the content transfer and perform the content transfer from a source device to a target device in real time, regardless of data transfer protocols specific to computer applications. Specifically, the RCU is programmed to obtain source data from the source device, generate updated source data by combining the source data with one or more commands specifying how the source data is to be handled based on a session mode indicating a type of activity being performed in the physical room, and transmit the updated source data to the target device for further user interaction.

Abstract: A method of managing human-computer interaction using a remote-control unit (RCU) is disclosed. A processor within the RCU receives sensor data from a plurality of sensors within the RCU. The processor determines attributes of the RCU based on the sensor data, the attributes including at least a first user of the RCU and a position and orientation of the RCU in a physical room. The processor determines a use mode of the RCU based on the attributes. The use mode is mapped to a set of actions to be performed on a set of input/output (I/O) devices. Each action is mapped to one or more interactions with the RCU. Responsive to the processor detecting a user interaction with the RCU that is mapped to an action in the set of actions, the processor causes the action to be performed on one or more I/O devices.

Abstract: An air quality measuring device that includes a first chamber, a second chamber, a third chamber, and a fourth chamber. The first chamber includes a first inlet configured to receive a first airflow, a first outlet configured to receive a first portion of the first airflow, and a second outlet configured to receive a second portion of the first airflow. The second chamber includes a second inlet configured to receive the first portion of the first airflow and a first sensor disposed within the second chamber. The third chamber includes a third inlet configured to receive the second portion of the first airflow and a second sensor disposed within the third chamber. The fourth chamber includes a fourth inlet configured to receive the second portion of the first airflow and a third sensor disposed within the fourth chamber.

Abstract: An HVAC thermostat assembly has a wall-plate connector that includes a wall-plate and wire connectors as a whole that allows for a thinner, more aesthetic design. In one instance, the HVAC thermostat includes a display unit with a wall-plate connector recess having a plurality of electrical connector pins extending outward to mate with a wall-plate connector. The wall-plate connector includes a wall plate with incorporated electrical terminals. Other assemblies and systems are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to a codon deoptimized severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-COV-2) genome. In particular, embodiments of the invention concern a vaccine comprising live attenuated SARS-COV-2 comprising a partly codon deoptimized viral genome, SARS-COV-2 comprising a partly codon deoptimized viral genome, as well as their use in methods of treatment and prevention of viral infection. The ORF1a region of the viral genome has been codon deoptimized.

Abstract: A controller is configured to operate a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system based on a plurality of concentration measurements received from a gas sensor, wherein the gas sensor is disposed within a sensor housing upstream of an evaporator coil. The controller is configured to receive the plurality of concentration measurements and determine if a concentration of total volatile organic compounds (TVOCs) in an airflow exceeds a first threshold value. The controller is further configured to operate the HVAC system in a second mode of operation to increase ventilation in response to determining that the concentration of TVOCs in the airflow does exceed the first threshold value, wherein a volume of air is introduced into and discharged from the HVAC system during the second mode of operation.

Abstract: A controller is configured to operate a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system based on a first plurality of particulate matter measurements and a second plurality of particulate matter measurements. The controller is configured to determine an air filter efficiency for an air filter based on the received first plurality of particulate matter measurements and the received second plurality of particulate matter measurements. The controller is further configured to determine if a quantity of particulate matter in an airflow exceeds a first threshold value based on the received second plurality of particulate matter measurements. In response to determining that the quantity of particulate matter in the airflow does exceed the first threshold value, the controller is configured to transmit a notification indicating an action to inspect the air filter.