Abstract: A training system for professional development is disclosed herein. The training system courses for using at least one of: a target application and a web browser. The training system includes a computing device in communication with a data store, where the computing device is configures to determine, via a software extension, that the course is in progression on the computing device. The computing device can determine steps associated with the tutorial of the particular course. The computing device can monitor inputs into input fields associated with the tutorial of the particular course. The computing device can determine an exceeded failure threshold for a particular step of the steps based on at least one input. The computing device can generate at least one instruction for completing the particular step based on training data. The computing device can render at least one instruction on a display of at least one computing device.

Abstract: Devices and methods for determining a direction of audio arrival from Ambisonics channels using azimuth and elevation segments is described herein. A method includes generating multiple blocks of samples from Ambisonics signals for a time interval, determining an azimuth angle estimate and an elevation angle estimate for the time interval when a defined number of blocks in the multiple blocks of samples are valid, generating the azimuth angle estimate based on maximum number of azimuth angle estimates present in an azimuth segment amongst a defined number of azimuth segments, and generating the elevation angle estimates based on maximum number of elevation angle estimates present in an elevation segment amongst a defined number of elevation segments, where the direction of arrival of the Ambisonics signals is based on the azimuth angle estimate and the elevation angle estimate.

Abstract: A wearable assembly is configured to generate electrical pulses for transmission to an implanted tissue stimulator. The wearable assembly includes a wearable docking device, a plug-in device configured to mate with the wearable docking device, and a pulse generation module. The pulse generation module includes first internal electronics configured to generate the electrical pulses and located within the wearable docking device or within the plug-in device and second internal electronics providing a power source for the first internal electronics and located within the wearable docking device or within the plug-in device. The wearable assembly further includes a pulse transmission cable for transmitting the electrical pulses to a transmission antenna positioned adjacent the implanted tissue stimulator.

Abstract: A system is disclosed for Doppler nulling configured for security. The system may include a receiver or transmitter node. The receiver or transmitter node may include a communications interface with an antenna element and a controller. The controller may include one or more processors and have information of own node velocity and own node orientation relative to a common reference frame. The receiver or transmitter node may be time synchronized to apply Doppler corrections to signals, the Doppler corrections associated with the receiver or transmitter node's own motions relative to the common reference frame, the Doppler corrections applied using Doppler null steering along Null directions based on a protocol. The protocol may include a protocol modulation, such as a modulation of the signals for security purposes.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for managing subscriptions. A media guidance application obtaining viewing patterns of a subscriber and determining a first and second media package of interest to the subscriber. A first and second release schedule are obtained related to media content in the first and second media packages. The media guidance application predicts a first viewing impact of the first subscription and a second viewing impact of the second subscription, for the upcoming time period, wherein the viewing impact indicates a total predicted amount of time spent viewing the media packages in the upcoming time period. An available amount of time for viewing media in the upcoming time period is also determined. The media guidance application generates a subscription recommendation for the upcoming time period based on the first viewing impact, second viewing impact, and available amount of time for viewing media in the upcoming time period.

Abstract: A method comprises producing or receiving information regarding content to be displayed on an array of pixels as a function of time, wherein the information includes a specified light output for each pixel in the array as a function of time, determining an expected change in light output intensity for each of one or more of the pixels as a function of time, wherein the expected change in light output intensity for each of the one or more of the pixels is dependent, at least in part, on the specified light output for at least a portion of the pixels in the array, and modifying an output of each of the one or more of the pixels as a function of time to compensate for at least a portion of the expected change in the light output intensity.

Abstract: A system includes a transmitter node and a receiver node. Each node of the transmitter node and the receiver node are time synchronized to apply Doppler corrections associated with said node's own motions relative to a stationary common inertial reference frame. The stationary common inertial reference frame is known to the transmitter node and the receiver node prior to the transmitter node transmitting a plurality of signals to the receiver node and prior to the receiver node receiving the plurality of signals from the transmitter node. The receiver node performs adaptive digitization of the signals to account for a speed of the platform.

Abstract: Virtual auditory display devices are described. An example virtual auditory display device comprises a first and a second ear-worn device, each of which include an acoustic package, an ear interface having multiple cavities, and an electronics package. The acoustic package may be positioned at least partially within the ear interface cavities and includes a housing, a connector including a set of annular electrical contacts, and one or more speakers positioned within the housing that are configured to emit sound based on signals received by the set of annular electrical contacts. The electronics package is removably coupleable to the acoustic package and includes a set of electrical connectors configured to connect with the set of annular electrical contacts and electronics configured to receive audio signals, generate the signals based on the audio signals, and provide the signals to the set of annular electrical contacts via the set of electrical connectors.

Abstract: An example method includes receiving audio signals associated with virtual auditory space locations. Digital filters are selected based on the virtual auditory space locations. The digital filters include one or more notch filters including one or more center frequencies that are based on generally sigmoidal distributions of center frequencies as a function of virtual auditory space location. The notch filters are configured to produce one or more notches in frequency spectrums of audio signals when applied to the audio signals. The digital filters are applied to the audio signals to obtain processed audio signals. Output audio signals are generated based on the processed audio signals. The output audio signals are provided to devices for producing virtual auditory display sound.

Abstract: A surgical instrument having a jaw lock includes first jaw and second jaws that are moveable from an open position to a closed position. At least one of the jaws includes a jaw slot having a jaw closing portion and a jaw locking portion. A pin positioned within the jaw slot is advanced by a blade. The blade includes a cutting edge and a notch defining a first edge configured to advance the pin to move the jaws to, and secure the jaws in, the closed position.

Abstract: Techniques for enabling users logged-out of a social networking system to access content associated with the social networking system are described. For example, based at least in part on determining a user is unassociated with a social networking system, the social networking system may present content to the user. In some examples, the amount of content available to the user may be limited, in which the user may be prompted to create an account. In some examples, logged-out users may be prompted to pick topics associated with their interests, allowing the social networking system to curate content for logged-out users.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for sorting or retrieving items to/from a plurality of destinations areas. The items are loaded onto one of a plurality of independently controlled delivery vehicles. The delivery vehicles follow a path to/from the destination areas that are positioned along the path. Along the path, the vehicles are scanned to determine if any item on the vehicles extends beyond a dimensional constraint. If it is determined that an item on a vehicle extends above the pre-determined threshold, the vehicle is controlled, such as by stopping or re-directing the vehicle. Once at the appropriate destination area, an item is transferred between the delivery vehicle and the destination area.

Abstract: A training system for professional development is disclosed herein. The training system courses for using at least one of: a target application and a web browser. The training system includes a computing device in communication with a data store, where the computing device is configures to determine, via a software extension, that the course is in progression on the computing device. The computing device can determine steps associated with the tutorial of the particular course. The computing device can monitor inputs into input fields associated with the tutorial of the particular course. The computing device can determine an exceeded failure threshold for a particular step of the steps based on at least one input. The computing device can generate at least one instruction for completing the particular step based on training data. The computing device can render at least one instruction on a display of at least one computing device.

Abstract: Methods for fabricating MEMS tuning fork gyroscope sensor system using silicon wafers. This provides the possibly to avoid glass. The sense plates can be formed in a device layer of a silicon on insulator (SOI) wafer or in a deposited polysilicon layer in a few examples.

Abstract: The invention features diagnostic and therapeutic methods and compositions featuring androgen receptor variant proteins and nucleic acid molecules whose expression is increased in androgen related diseases or disorders.

Abstract: A system includes at least a transmitting (Tx) and receiving (Rx) node of a non-terrestrial network (NTN) including one or more non-terrestrial nodes (e.g., operating in earth orbit or extra-terrestrial space). Each node may include a communications interface with antenna elements and a controller, which may include one or more processors and have information of own-node velocity and own-node orientation relative to a common reference frame. Each node may be time synchronized to apply Doppler corrections associated with the node's own motions relative to the common reference frame. Based on the Doppler corrections, each node may determine a relative bearing to the other node. The non-terrestrial node is configured for operation on a non-terrestrial platform (e.g., a satellite in earth orbit), which may be an extra-terrestrial platform operating in spaceflight beyond the earth's atmosphere or in association with a non-Earth solar system object.

Abstract: The present invention relates to therapeutic methods of using stable, high-concentration low-viscosity formulations of MASP-2 inhibitory antibodies, and kits comprising the formulations for treating subjects suffering from atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS).

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I) wherein the substituents are as defined in claim 1, useful as a pesticides, especially as herbicides.

Abstract: A heads-up display includes an enclosure that includes electronics to operate the heads-up display and a visor attached to the enclosure. The heads-up display further includes a screen attached to the visor and the enclosure; and a cover assembly that is secured to the enclosure. The cover assembly includes a cap that seals the enclosure and includes at least opening; a hydrophobic membrane that prevents moisture from entering the enclosure through the at least one opening while permitting air to enter and exit the enclosure through the opening in the cap. An insert is secured to the cap and a valve is secured to the insert. The valve includes an inlet valve secured to the insert and an outlet valve secured to the insert such that the inlet valve allows air to flow into the enclosure and the outlet valve allows air to flow out of the enclosure.

Abstract: A pool cleaner attachment device includes a bracket and at least one caster. The caster is mounted pivotably within the bracket. The bracket spaces the caster from a pool cleaning apparatus frame. A swivelable pool cleaner includes a cleaner body with a mounting frame; a bracket mounted to an edge of the frame; and a caster assembly mounted pivotably in the bracket. The caster assembly is spaced from the mounting frame by the bracket. The pool cleaner rolls in all directions around the pool, making it easier for the operator to clean hard to reach places.