Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods for utilizing an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) for an artificial neural network connected to the memory, the ASIC comprising: a plurality of neurons organized in an array, wherein each neuron comprises a register, a processing element and at least one input, and a plurality of synaptic circuits, each synaptic circuit including a memory for storing a synaptic weight, wherein each neuron is connected to at least one other neuron via one of the plurality of synaptic circuits, wherein the array is configured to analyze said business sale transaction information trained on historical datasets relating to asset utilization, wherein the AI/ML categorization engine makes a prediction regarding the most efficient use(s) of an asset.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method and a system for asset valuation and optimization. The method is implemented through a set of instructions executed by a processor. The method includes registering a participant. The method further includes capturing asset declarations representing assets of the participant. The method also includes disaggregating the captured asset declarations into similar asset groups based on predefined parameters associated with an asset class and a type of participant. The method further includes classifying the similar asset groups into a plurality of thematic pools. The method also includes synthesizing actionable strategies for each thematic pools. The method further includes categorizing the actionable strategies into supply and demand segments, aligning with current market needs and capability of the participant.

Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods for utilizing an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) for an artificial neural network connected to the memory, the ASIC comprising: a plurality of neurons organized in an array, wherein each neuron comprises a register, a processing element and at least one input, and a plurality of synaptic circuits, each synaptic circuit including a memory for storing a synaptic weight, wherein each neuron is connected to at least one other neuron via one of the plurality of synaptic circuits, wherein the array is configured to analyze said business sale transaction information trained on historical datasets relating to asset utilization, wherein the AI/ML categorization engine makes a prediction regarding the most efficient use(s) of an asset.

Abstract: According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a software system that revolutionizes accounting and auditing procedures by dynamically adjusting fiscal year-end and month-end timelines, fostering resource sharing and collaboration, and introducing reciprocal internal audit functions, aiming to dismantle and reconfigure traditional work structures to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve wellbeing in the industry. Leveraging artificial intelligence and a franchise system, it promises optimized and cooperative industry practices that serve the broader public interest while maintaining the industry's stringent standards.

Abstract: A method for the cryogenic separation of air, in which method an air separation plant with a rectification column arrangement is used, which plant has a pressure column, a low-pressure column, a raw argon column and pure argon column. In the method, evaporation gas from a head gas condensation device associated with the raw argon column is partially or completely fed into the low-pressure column in a first feed-in region, whereas evaporation gas from a head gas condensation device associated with the pure argon column and excess liquid from this head gas condensation device are partially or completely fed into the low-pressure column in a shared second feed-in region. In one embodiment, flash gas forming during the expansion of cooling fluid into the head gas condensation device associated with the raw argon column can be partially or completely fed into the low-pressure column in the second feed-in region.

Abstract: A method for allocating asset ownership for maximized collective economic benefit is provided. A computer receives information about a user and an asset used or to be used by the user. The computer identifies areas based at least on the received information in which the user's actual or planned use of the asset does not take maximum economic benefit associated with ownership of the asset. The computer searches a database describing a plurality of asset management entities with legal and structural characteristics suited to achieving maximum economic benefits associated with ownership of the asset. The computer selects a first asset management entity of the plurality of entities to match with the user. The computer executes a transaction providing ownership of the asset to the first entity and providing usage of the asset to the user, the transaction returning a portion of the economic benefits realized to the user.

Abstract: A system for equitable and socially beneficial economic activity is provided that receives a message describing an impending acquisition of products by at least one buyer. The system determines availability of the products as offered by competing vendors and determines at least one vendor among the competing vendors that is owned by a non-profit institution. The system determines a first vendor among the at least one vendor to participate in the transaction and determines that the first vendor is owned by a first non-profit institution. The system oversees consummation of at least one purchase transaction for the products between the at least one buyer and the first vendor. The system determines that distributions by the first institution align with stated values of the at least one buyer. The system determines that distributions by the first institution align with stated values of previous shareholders of the first vendor.

Abstract: A method for ensuring fairness in compensation to employees and contractors is provided comprising a computer determining a total budgeted cost for a time period associated with a job description. The method also comprises the computer subtracting non-cash costs from the budgeted cost for exempt employees subject to the description to calculate an employee periodic cash cost. The method also comprises the computer subtracting non-cash costs from the budgeted cost for non-exempt employees subject to the description to calculate a contractor periodic cash cost. The method also comprises the computer determining an annual salary for employees based on the employee periodic cash cost. The method also comprises the computer determining a bi-weekly wage for contractors based on the contractor periodic cash cost.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method of supplying and repaying loaned funds provided to an employee participating in a contribution based broad-based employee stock ownership plan, or in an employer-provided retirement plan. In particular, the present invention relates to a method and system for enabling an employee to contribute more funds into his/her broad-based employee stock ownership plan, or in an employer-provided retirement plan by offering a line of credit up to the vested contribution and benefit amount for the employee to originate against.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method of supplying and repaying loaned funds provided to an employee participating in a contribution based Employee Stock Option Plan. In particular, the present invention relates to a method and system for enabling an employee to contribute more funds into his/her Employee Stock Option Plan in order to benefit from employer discounted stock price by offering a line of credit up to the vested contribution and benefit amount for the employee to originate against.

Abstract: Disclosed is a post-mix beverage dispensing nozzle. The dispensing nozzle includes an input fitting, a cap, an insert, and a body. The dispensing nozzle defines a first flow path and a second flow path. The first flow path flows from a first input port offset from a central axis of the dispensing nozzle to a mixing chamber. The second flow path flows from an input port offset from the central axis of the dispensing nozzle to the mixing chamber. At the point of the mixing chamber both the first flow path and second flow path have uniform flow rates in all radial directions around the central axis.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for determining the state of a heat exchanger device (10) that comprises means for transferring heat with the aid of at least one process stream. A thermohydraulic simulation of the at least one process stream through at least one passage (14) in the heat exchanger device (10) is carried out in order to determine temperature and/or heat transfer coefficient profiles of the means for transferring heat.

Abstract: Disclosed is a post-mix beverage dispensing nozzle. The dispensing nozzle includes an input fitting, a cap, an insert, and a body. The dispensing nozzle defines a first flow path and a second flow path. The first flow path flows from a first input port offset from a central axis of the dispensing nozzle to a mixing chamber. The second flow path flows from an input port offset from the central axis of the dispensing nozzle to the mixing chamber. At the point of the mixing chamber both the first flow path and second flow path have uniform flow rates in all radial directions around the central axis.

Abstract: A method for controlling a coupled heat exchanger system having a first heat exchanger block and a second heat exchanger block. A first fluid stream is divided into a first partial current and a second partial current both flowing through the heat exchanger system. A second fluid stream flows through the first heat exchanger block counter to the first partial current. A third fluid stream flows through the second heat exchanger block counter to the second partial current. An intermediate temperature is measured on one of the heat exchanger blocks. The amount of the first partial current and the second partial current is controlled based on the current value of the intermediate temperature. This control reduces the strain on the heat exchangers by changing loads while keeping fluctuations of the intermediate temperature low.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for determining the state of a heat exchanger device (10) that comprises means for transferring heat with the aid of at least one process stream. A thermohydraulic simulation of the at least one process stream through at least one passage (14) in the heat exchanger device (10) is carried out in order to determine temperature and/or heat transfer coefficient profiles of the means for transferring heat.

Abstract: A plate heat exchanger condenser-evaporator with a heat-exchanger block having a number of heat-exchanger plates with fluid-conducting structures. The heat-exchanger block includes first and second outer surface opposite each other, and third and fourth outer surface opposite each other. The fluid-conducting structures of first heat-exchanger plates have first and second openings not covered by fluid feed or fluid-collecting lines. The fluid-conducting structures of second heat-exchanger plates run between a fluid feed line and a fluid-collecting line each arranged on the heat-exchanger block. The fluid feed line may be on the first outer surface with first openings of the fluid-conducting structures of the first heat-exchanger plates in a region of the first outer surface not covered by the fluid feed line or in a first region of the third outer surface and fourth outer surface. A process for low-temperature air separation is also described.

Abstract: A method for controlling a coupled heat exchanger system having a first heat exchanger block and a second heat exchanger block. A first fluid stream is divided into a first partial current and a second partial current both flowing through the heat exchanger system. A second fluid stream flows through the first heat exchanger block counter to the first partial current. A third fluid stream flows through the second heat exchanger block counter to the second partial current. An intermediate temperature is measured on one of the heat exchanger blocks. The amount of the first partial current and the second partial current is controlled based on the current value of the intermediate temperature. This control reduces the strain on the heat exchangers by changing loads while keeping fluctuations of the intermediate temperature low.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method of supplying and repaying loaned funds provided to an employee participating in a contribution based Employee Stock Option Plan. In particular, the present invention relates to a method and system for enabling an employee to contribute more funds into his/her Employee Stock Option Plan in order to benefit from employer discounted stock price by offering a line of credit up to the vested contribution and benefit amount for the employee to originate against.

Abstract: Beverage dispensing apparatus, systems, and related methods are provided that have a recirculation loop to cool fluids in a dispensing tube bundle that delivers beverage fluids to a beverage dispensing assembly. A beverage dispensing apparatus includes an adjustable bypass manifold having an adjustable flow restriction that is configurable to enable the use of the beverage dispensing apparatus with different chilled soda recirculation systems. The adjustable bypass manifold includes ports for connection to the recirculation loop and ports for connection to a soda recirculation system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a distribution system (1) for distributing a fluid (15) into a container (27) from a fluid inlet (26) of the container (27). Distribution system (1) comprises one or more guide plates that form a guide section (2) and a distribution section (3) that adjoins the guide section (2). Distribution section (3) has regions (4, 5) with openings (8, 9) for allowing fluid (17) to pass through. The invention also relates to a heat exchanger device (100) that has a container (27) with a fluid inlet (26), with at least one heat exchanger block (28) that is arranged in the container (27). A distribution system (101) according to the invention is arranged in the container (27) above the heat exchanger block (28).