Abstract: The invention comprises a method and apparatus for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) optically measuring, each of a set of spatially resolved locations, level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising: first reflected cropland radiation, in a first range of 400 to 1,100 nm; second reflected cropland radiation in a second range of 1,100 to 2,500 nm; and emitted radiation, in a third range of 2,500 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield crop condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground-based communication system the crop condition information; and (4) relaying at least a portion of the crop condition information and an actionable prescription to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) optically measuring level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising: first reflected cropland radiation, in a visible range of 400 to 1,000 nm; second cropland radiation in a near-infrared range of 1,000 to 3,000 nm; third radiation in a range of 3,000 to 5,000 nm; and emitted radiation, in a thermal infrared range of 8,000 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield cropland condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground-based communication system the cropland condition information; and (4) relaying at least a portion of the cropland condition information to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) measuring, each of a set of spatially resolved locations, level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising, spectral responses in ranges of 400 to 00; 1,100 to 2,500; and 2,500 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield crop condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) measuring, on-board the orbiting satellite, crop transpiration with the near-infrared radiation to determine drought locations of the set of spatially resolved locations; (4) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground based communication system the crop condition information including the drought locations; and (5) relaying at least a portion of the crop condition information to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) measuring, each of a set of spatially resolved locations, level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising, spectral responses in ranges of 400 to 1,100; 700 to 2,500; and 2,500 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield crop condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) measuring, on-board the orbiting satellite, crop transpiration with the near-infrared radiation to determine drought locations of the set of spatially resolved locations; (4) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground based communication system the crop condition information including the drought locations; and (5) relaying at least a portion of the crop condition information to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method and apparatus for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) optically measuring, each of a set of spatially resolved locations, level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising: first reflected cropland radiation; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield crop condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground-based communication system the crop condition information; and (4) relaying at least a portion of the crop condition information and an actionable prescription to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: A system includes an isolator module including: core rod; a transmitter inductor; a receiver inductor; and sheds. The core rod includes: an input blind bore; an output blind bore; and an insulation barrier interposed between the input blind bore and the output blind bore. The transmitter inductor: is configured to receive a first power signal from an input power supply; and arranged on a first base of the input blind bore across the insulation barrier. The receiver inductor: is arranged on a second base, offset first base, of the output blind bore across the insulation barrier; configured to inductively couple to the transmitter inductor; and configured to output a second power signal approximating the first power signal, to a sensor module. The set of sheds: are arranged about the core rod; and cooperating with the insulation barrier to electrically isolate the input power supply from the sensor module floating.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) measuring, each of a set of spatially resolved locations, level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising, spectral responses in ranges of 400 to 1,100; 700 to 2,500; and 2,500 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield crop condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) measuring, on-board the orbiting satellite, crop transpiration with the near-infrared radiation to determine drought locations of the set of spatially resolved locations; (4) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground based communication system the crop condition information including the drought locations; and (5) relaying at least a portion of the crop condition information to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) optically measuring level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising: first reflected cropland radiation, in a visible range of 400 to 1,000 nm; second cropland radiation in a near-infrared range of 1,000 to 3,000 nm; third radiation in a range of 3,000 to 5,000 nm; and emitted radiation, in a thermal infrared range of 8,000 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield cropland condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground-based communication system the cropland condition information; and (4) relaying at least a portion of the cropland condition information to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) measuring, each of a set of spatially resolved locations, level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising, spectral responses in ranges of 400 to 00; 1,100 to 2,500; and 2,500 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield crop condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) measuring, on-board the orbiting satellite, crop transpiration with the near-infrared radiation to determine drought locations of the set of spatially resolved locations; (4) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground based communication system the crop condition information including the drought locations; and (5) relaying at least a portion of the crop condition information to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method and apparatus for managing cropland, comprising the steps of: (1) optically measuring, each of a set of spatially resolved locations, level zero data with an orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising: first reflected cropland radiation, in a first range of 400 to 1,100 nm; second reflected cropland radiation in a second range of 1,100 to 2,500 nm; and emitted radiation, in a third range of 2,500 to 12,000 nm; (2) processing, on-board the orbiting satellite, the level zero data comprising a first data storage size, to yield crop condition information comprising a second data storage size of less than one percent of the first data storage size; (3) receiving from the orbiting satellite to a ground-based communication system the crop condition information; and (4) relaying at least a portion of the crop condition information and an actionable prescription to a farmer within twenty-four hours.

Abstract: A viewport for a combustion zone includes an inner casing having a flange extending into the combustion zone. A first layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the inner casing. A middle casing includes two panes of quartz glass separated by traverse plates. A second layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the middle casing. An outer casing is positioned to the exterior of the second layer of insulation. The middle casing includes L-shaped ledges having third and fourth layers of ceramic insulation. The panes of glass are each positioned between layers of insulation and the insulation positioned in the L-shaped ledges. The viewport is modular enabling the separation of the first layer of insulation, the middle casing, the second layer of insulation and the outer casing from the combustion zone for maintenance or repair. The viewport minimizes heat migration to the outer casing during use.

Abstract: A termination opening can be formed through the stack alternating dielectrics concurrently with forming contact openings through the stack. A termination structure can be formed in the termination opening. An additional opening can be formed through the termination structure and through the stack between groups of semiconductor structures that pass through the stack. In another example, an opening can be formed through the stack so that a first segment of the opening is between groups of semiconductor structures in a first region of the stack and a second segment of the opening is in a second region of the stack that does not include the groups of semiconductor structures. A material can be formed in the second segment so that the first segment terminates at the material. In some instances, the material can be implanted in the dielectrics in the second region through the second segment.

Abstract: A viewport for a combustion zone includes an inner casing having a flange extending into the combustion zone. A first layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the inner casing. A middle casing includes two panes of quartz glass separated by traverse plates. A second layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the middle casing. An outer casing is positioned to the exterior of the second layer of insulation. The middle casing includes L-shaped ledges having third and fourth layers of ceramic insulation. The panes of glass are each positioned between layers of insulation and the insulation positioned in the L-shaped ledges. The viewport is modular enabling the separation of the first layer of insulation, the middle casing, the second layer of insulation and the outer casing from the combustion zone for maintenance or repair. The viewport minimizes heat migration to the outer casing during use.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pusher lift cart comprising a pusher lift cart main frame having a first interfacing member and a second interfacing member configured to telescoping engage a first complementary interfacing member and a second complementary interfacing member, wherein the pusher cart main frame is configured to receive and move an axle.

Abstract: A viewport for a combustion zone includes an inner casing having a flange extending into the combustion zone. A first layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the inner casing. A middle casing includes two panes of quartz glass separated by traverse plates. A second layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the middle casing. An outer casing is positioned to the exterior of the second layer of insulation. The middle casing includes L-shaped ledges having third and fourth layers of ceramic insulation. The panes of glass are each positioned between layers of insulation and the insulation positioned in the L-shaped ledges. The viewport is modular enabling the separation of the first layer of insulation, the middle casing, the second layer of insulation and the outer casing from the combustion zone for maintenance or repair. The viewport minimizes heat migration to the outer casing during use.

Abstract: A precision agriculture support system is provided with a measuring device, a storage device and a plant species determining unit. The measuring device measures a first spectral characteristic of light derived from vegetation in a support target area. The storage device stores a database of spectrum according to species that shows a spectral characteristic of a desired crop. The plant species determining unit determines whether a plant included in the vegetation is the desired crop or not based on the database of spectrum according to species and a measurement result of the first spectral characteristic. The plant species determination unit further carries out distinction of agricultural crops, distinction of agricultural crops and weeds and the like. Furthermore, the precision agriculture support system identifies an area where abnormality is occurring, estimates a nature of the abnormality and carries out an early warning by providing a countermeasure against the abnormality.

Abstract: A termination opening can be formed through the stack alternating dielectrics concurrently with forming contact openings through the stack. A termination structure can be formed in the termination opening. An additional opening can be formed through the termination structure and through the stack between groups of semiconductor structures that pass through the stack. In another example, an opening can be formed through the stack so that a first segment of the opening is between groups of semiconductor structures in a first region of the stack and a second segment of the opening is in a second region of the stack that does not include the groups of semiconductor structures. A material can be formed in the second segment so that the first segment terminates at the material. In some instances, the material can be implanted in the dielectrics in the second region through the second segment.

Abstract: In an example, a method of forming a stacked memory array includes forming a stack of alternating first and second dielectrics, forming a termination structure through the stack, the termination structure comprising a dielectric liner around a conductor, forming a set of contacts concurrently with forming the termination structure, forming a third dielectric over an upper surface of the stack and an upper surface of the termination structure, forming a first opening through the third dielectric and the stack between first and second groups of semiconductor structures so that the first opening exposes an upper surface of the conductor, and removing the conductor from the termination structure to form a second opening lined with the dielectric liner. In some examples, the dielectric liner can include a rectangular or a triangular tab or a pair of prongs that can have a rectangular profile or that can be tapered.

Abstract: A viewport for a combustion zone includes an inner casing having a flange extending into the combustion zone. A first layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the inner casing. A middle casing includes two panes of quartz glass separated by traverse plates. A second layer of ceramic fiber insulation is exterior to the middle casing. An outer casing is positioned to the exterior of the second layer of insulation. The middle casing includes L-shaped ledges having third and fourth layers of ceramic insulation. The panes of glass are each positioned between layers of insulation and the insulation positioned in the L-shaped ledges. The viewport is modular enabling the separation of the first layer of insulation, the middle casing, the second layer of insulation and the outer casing from the combustion zone for maintenance or repair. The viewport minimizes heat migration to the outer casing during use.

Abstract: A termination opening can be formed through the stack alternating dielectrics concurrently with forming contact openings through the stack. A termination structure can be formed in the termination opening. An additional opening can be formed through the termination structure and through the stack between groups of semiconductor structures that pass through the stack. In another example, an opening can be formed through the stack so that a first segment of the opening is between groups of semiconductor structures in a first region of the stack and a second segment of the opening is in a second region of the stack that does not include the groups of semiconductor structures. A material can be formed in the second segment so that the first segment terminates at the material. In some instances, the material can be implanted in the dielectrics in the second region through the second segment.