Abstract: A proximity detector includes a sensor providing a proximity reading. The proximity detector is capable of comparing the reading to a rising threshold level and a falling threshold level, wherein the falling threshold level is less than the rising threshold level. The proximity detector filters the proximity reading through three low pass filters using a three different time constants to generate three filtered readings. While the proximity detector is in the no material present state, the proximity detector will enter the material present state when the second filtered reading is less than the difference between the first filtered reading and the falling threshold. While the proximity detector is in the material present state, the proximity detector enters the no material present state when the third filtered reading is greater than the sum of the first filtered reading and the rising threshold.

Abstract: Data processing systems (e.g. image processing systems) and methods are provided for processing a stream of data values (e.g. pixel values). A processing module implements processing of a particular pixel value of the stream by operating on a particular subset of pixel values of the stream, by: classifying each of the pixel values within the particular subset into a group of a set of groups; processing the particular pixel value using one or more of the pixel values of the particular subset in dependence on the classification of the pixel values of the particular subset into the groups, wherein said processing the particular pixel value comprises performing, in a consolidated operation, multiple processing functions which depend upon the classification of pixel values of the particular subset into the groups; and outputting the processed particular pixel value.

Abstract: A proximity detector includes a sensor providing a proximity reading. The proximity detector is capable of comparing the reading to a rising threshold level and a falling threshold level, wherein the falling threshold level is less than the rising threshold level. The proximity detector filters the proximity reading through three low pass filters using a three different time constants to generate three filtered readings. While the proximity detector is in the no material present state, the proximity detector will enter the material present state when the second filtered reading is less than the difference between the first filtered reading and the falling threshold. While the proximity detector is in the material present state, the proximity detector enters the no material present state when the third filtered reading is greater than the sum of the first filtered reading and the rising threshold.

Abstract: A soft tissue filler composition including a cross-linked hyaluronic acid and a benzyl alcohol. The benzyl alcohol can be present at a concentration between about 0.1% and about 2.0% by weight of the composition.

Abstract: JACKPOT 2.0 is a means of adding an additional jackpot game to any or all card-based casino games of chance. The invention is novel in that it is the only iteration of it's kind proposing a dynamic and operable change to the front face of a standard deck of cards. The invention uses this broadly described change in embodiments that are modified to suit the preferences of casinos or other game providers.

Abstract: An oximetry device includes an inductive detector. When the oximetry device is sealed in a sheath and a latch of the sheath is in a latched position, the inductive detector inductively detects that latch. The oximeter device uses first information received from the detector for the latch being in the latched position to allow the device to take oximetry measurements. The oximeter device uses second information received from the detector for the latch not being in the latched position to allow the device to display a message on a display of the device that the sheath is not sealed. The displayed message indicates to a user that the sheath lid needs to be closed. The closed lid prevents contaminants in the sheath from reaching patient tissue during use of the device and sheath.

Abstract: Systems and methods for health monitoring and upgrade of a distributed controller are provided. According to one embodiment of the disclosure, a method for health monitoring and upgrade of a distributed controller may commence with receiving, by a lower level controller from a high-level controller, high-level control references. The method may further include generating low-level control references for a hardware asset based at least in part on the high-level control references. The method may include monitoring the network connection and detecting an error in the network connection. In response to the detection of the error in the network connection, a control of the hardware asset may be transferred to the low-level controller. The method may further include determining that the network connection has been restored. In response to the determination that the network connection has been restored, the control of the hardware asset may be transferred to the high-level controller.

Abstract: A connecting device configured to be installed on a first coaxial cable connector to facilitate connection of the first connector to a second connector and to maintain ground continuity across the connectors. In some embodiments, the connecting device includes a grounding element disposed in a gripping member, the grounding element including one or more projections configured to extend beyond an end of the gripping member to conductively engage an outer surface of the second connector.

Abstract: Median values for a stream of received data values in a data processing system (e.g. an image processing system) are determined. A first median value of the received data values within a first subset of data values of the received stream is determined, and intermediate data used for determining the first median value is stored. The stored intermediate data is used to determine a median value of the received data values within a second subset of data values of the received stream, wherein the second subset at least partially overlaps with the first subset. The determined median values are outputted for use in the data processing system, e.g. for further processing.

Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and techniques are presented to determine a pose of an object. In at least one embodiment, a network is trained to predict a pose of an autonomous object based, at least in part, on only one image of the autonomous object.

Abstract: A foliar nutritional composition and method for using same for providing nutrients and/or for treating disease in plants. The foliar nutritional composition comprises a metal salt complexed with amino acids from hydrolyzed yeast extract. The metal salt is selected for high solubility using a salt of a metal selected from the group consisting of copper, nickel, zinc, iron, manganese, and combinations thereof. Preferred metal salt are nitrates, chlorides, and combinations thereof. In the method, an aqueous solution of this composition is sprayed on the plant foliage and absorbed by the plant.

Abstract: Image processing systems and methods are provided for processing a stream of data values (e.g. pixel values). The image processing system comprises a processing module configured to: receive a plurality of pixel values, each of the received pixel values having a first number of bits; and implement processing of a particular pixel value by operating on a particular subset of the received pixel values, by: classifying each of the pixel values within the particular subset into a group of a set of one or more groups; determining an average value in respect of the pixel values within the particular subset which are classified into one of the one or more groups, wherein the determined average value has a second number of bits, wherein said second number is greater than said first number; replacing the particular pixel value based on the determined average value; and outputting the processed particular pixel value.

Abstract: Median values for a stream of received data values in a data processing system (e.g. an image processing system) are determined. A first median value of the received data values within a first subset of data values of the received stream is determined, and intermediate data used for determining the first median value is stored. The stored intermediate data is used to determine a median value of the received data values within a second subset of data values of the received stream, wherein the second subset at least partially overlaps with the first subset. The determined median values are outputted for use in the data processing system, e.g. for further processing.

Abstract: A medical delivery device for advancing a piston in a medicament container to expel a medicament. A support structure supports the container and a drive assembly that advances the piston. The drive assembly includes a drive ribbon that can be retracted and extended. The retracted ribbon defines a spiral and the extended ribbon defines a helix. The drive ribbon is incrementally moveable between the retracted spiral configuration and extended helical configuration. A mechanical drive rotates the drive ribbon to selectively extend and retract the ribbon. A thrust member having a helical ramp engages a proximal edge of the drive ribbon where it transitions between a spiral and helix. A bearing member at the distal end of the drive ribbon exerts an axial force on the piston when the ribbon is extended.

Abstract: A connecting device configured to be installed on a first coaxial cable connector to facilitate connection of the first connector to a second connector and to maintain ground continuity across the connectors. In some embodiments, the connecting device includes a grounding element disposed in a gripping member, the grounding element including one or more projections configured to extend beyond an end of the gripping member to conductively engage an outer surface of the second connector.

Abstract: A sequencing batch reactor includes a liquid level sensor configured to measure a level of liquid in the vessel and provide an indication of the level of the liquid to a controller and a sludge detector configured to measure a position of an interface between sludge and solids-lean supernatant in the vessel and to provide an indication of the position of the interface to the controller. The controller is configured to perform a comparison between the level of the liquid and the position of the interface and control an amount of solids-lean supernatant removed from the vessel during the decant stage based on the comparison.

Abstract: An optical device comprises a metasurface including a plurality of nanostmctures. The nanostmctures convert an input light of an arbitrary spin state into an output light of an arbitrary total angular momentum state characterized by a superposition of two independent orbital angular momentum (OAM) states.