Abstract: A duct assembly comprises a duct having an outer wall of polymer material, an insulating jacket coupled to the pipe, and a tracer wire within the insulating jacket. The insulating jacket is generally round in cross-section and is attached directly to the outer wall of the duct without the use of adhesive. The insulating jacket and tracer wire can be peeled as a unit from the outer surface of the duct. The insulating jacket is made of a thermoplastic polymer material and is attached to the outer wall of the duct by pressing together the outer wall of the duct and the insulating jacket while the polymer material of the insulating jacket is at or close to its melting point. The duct assembly can be made in a single continuous process. Methods of manufacture and use are disclosed.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for identifying matching parameters of groups of nodes in graphical representations. The system may generate, in a graphical user interface, a graphical representation of nodes representing users associated with an entity. The system may activate the graphical representation as links connecting pairs of nodes, with the links representing interactions between users. The system may identify a grouping of nodes having a level of local clustering indicative of undesired activity. The system may determine graphical parameters relating to the level of local clustering and may identify the same graphical parameters in other groupings of nodes in other graphical representations. The system may thus identify indications of undesired activity based on matching parameters of groups of nodes.

Abstract: A system for interactive searches based on user queries data and a plurality of Large Language Models (LLMs) including a processor of a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) server node configured to host a network of LLMs and at least one machine learning module (ML) and connected to at least one user-entity node over a network and a memory on which are stored machine-readable instructions that when executed by the processor, cause the processor to: receive a search request input data from the at least one user-entity node; evaluate, by a first dedicated LLM, relevance of the search request input data by discerning between primary and secondary information; responsive to evaluation by the first dedicated LLM, derive classifying features from the primary and secondary information and generate a feature vector based on the classifying features; ingest the feature vector into the ML module configured to extract additional search parameters from a predictive search model based on historical search data associated with t

Abstract: An optical stimulation lead includes a lead body including a distal end, a distal portion, and a proximal portion; and an optical assembly attached to the distal end of the lead body. The optical assembly includes a light emitter; a feedthrough assembly including at least one ceramic block, at least one feedthrough pin extending through the at least one ceramic block and electrically coupled to the light emitter, and a metal housing attached to the at least one ceramic block; a metal tube attached to the feedthrough assembly and disposed around the light emitter; and an emitter cover disposed over the light emitter and coupled to the metal tube.

Abstract: A wrist for a surgical instrument is disclosed that includes a first linkage, a second linkage, and a pivot guide. The first linkage provides a linkage body, a first lobe extending from the linkage body and defining a first lobe aperture, a first axle extending from the first lobe, a second lobe extending from the linkage body and defining a second lobe aperture, and a second axle extending from the second lobe. The second linkage is rotatably coupled to the first linkage via the first and second axles. The pivot guide provides a guide body defining a central aperture, a first pin receivable in the first lobe aperture, and a second pin receivable in the second lobe aperture.

Abstract: A pre-terminated cable assembly (600, 700) comprises a length of cable (110) in which one or more optical fibres (306) are embedded in a solid resin material (320) to form a coated fibre bundle. An extruded polymer sheath (324) covers the coated fibre bundle. A ferrule sub-assembly (124, 602, 604, 606) is pre-arranged on a leading end of the cable. A restraining part (604 or 708) is bonded to a portion of the sheath. After passing through a duct, the sub-assembly (124) becomes part of a pluggable connector (500, 502, 504, 506). When a pull-out force is applied to the cable (110), the restraining part transfers at least 25 N of force to the connector body (502, 504, 506), while force on the optical fibre (306) remains below 5 N. The transferred force is sufficient to unplug the connector (500) before any damage occurs to the fibre.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for identifying matching parameters of groups of nodes in graphical representations. The system may generate, in a graphical user interface, a graphical representation of nodes representing users associated with an entity. The system may activate the graphical representation as links connecting pairs of nodes, with the links representing interactions between users. The system may identify a grouping of nodes having a level of local clustering indicative of undesired activity. The system may determine graphical parameters relating to the level of local clustering and may identify the same graphical parameters in other groupings of nodes in other graphical representations. The system may thus identify indications of undesired activity based on matching parameters of groups of nodes.

Abstract: An articulable wrist for an end effector includes a first linkage, a second linkage rotatably coupled to the first linkage at a first articulation joint, and a flexible member extending at least partially through a central channel cooperatively defined by the first and second linkages. A first pivot guide is rotatably coupled to the second linkage at the first articulation joint and rotatable about a first pivot axis extending through the first articulation joint, the first pivot guide defining a central aperture alignable with the central channel and sized to accommodate the flexible member therethrough. The first pivot guide supports an outer diameter of the flexible member at the first articulation joint and prevents the flexible member from flexing beyond the first pivot axis during articulation.

Abstract: An aperture for detecting a laser beam misalignment, the aperture comprising: a body including a first opening and defining a first axis; a beam dump; an optical element including a second opening wherein the first opening and the second opening are coaxial with the first axis, the optical element being configured to redirect a misaligned laser beam to a detector or to split a misaligned laser beam into at least two sub-beams; a laser beam detection system configured to detect laser light, wherein the optical element is configured to direct a first sub-beam to the beam dump, and to direct a second sub-beam to the laser beam detection system. Also described is an aperture including an enclosure, a method of detecting misalignment of a laser beam, a radiation source comprising such an aperture, a lithographic apparatus comprising such a radiation source or aperture, and the use of the same in a lithographic apparatus or method.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to anti-idiotypic antibodies binding to anti-CD3 antibodies, and uses thereof, e.g., in assays and methods of treatment.

Abstract: Methods and systems for network analysis, modeling, and visualization of electronic data involve using a machine learning algorithm for generating, in a relationship visualization aspect of a graphical user interface, a visualization consisting at least in part of a plurality of icons, each icon representing an interacting entity, and activating a visualization consisting at least in part of an element disposed between each of a plurality of pairs of the plurality of icons representing interactions between the users. The machine learning algorithm identifies communities of users based on created models of each interacting user. The machine learning algorithm displays the visualization based on predictions of how the display will be acknowledged by a viewer. The machine learning algorithm makes predictions of how an interacting user and the community will evolve over time.

Abstract: A method is provided. The method includes axially aligning a carrier portion of a separable robotic interface with a probe portion, the carrier portion coupled to a free end of a robotic arm, sliding the carrier portion over the probe portion in response to radially orienting a first alignment feature between the probe portion and the carrier portion, and in response compressing a spring-loaded plug in the carrier portion to release one or more ball bearings to make contact with an outer surface of the probe portion, the plug radially coupled to the carrier portion through a second alignment feature, seating the one or more ball bearings into matching recesses in the outer surface in response to sliding the carrier portion over the probe portion a predetermined distance, and rotating a locking ring of the carrier portion to axially lock the carrier portion to the probe portion.

Abstract: An apparatus and method to evaluate the effect of electrical potential between moving surfaces and lubricants and/or oils under mechanical load.

Abstract: Methods and systems for network analysis, modeling, and visualization of electronic data involve using a machine learning algorithm for generating, in a relationship visualization aspect of a graphical user interface, a visualization consisting at least in part of a plurality of icons, each icon representing an interacting entity, and activating a visualization consisting at least in part of an element disposed between each of a plurality of pairs of the plurality of icons representing interactions between the users. The machine learning algorithm identifies communities of users based on created models of each interacting user. The machine learning algorithm displays the visualization based on predictions of how the display will be acknowledged by a viewer. The machine learning algorithm makes predictions of how an interacting user and the community will evolve over time.

Abstract: A surgical tool includes a drive housing having an elongate shaft extending therefrom and an end effector arranged at a distal end of the shaft. At least one linkage is pivotally coupled to a distal end of the shaft about a pivot axis, and a camming feature is defined on the at least one linkage. The camming feature includes a rounded edge between a lateral side and a proximal face of the at least one linkage such that engagement of the camming feature with the distal end of a trocar will pivot the at least one linkage into alignment with a longitudinal axis of the shaft. The camming feature edge may be arranged to provide a large moment when the linkage is articulated to a high articulation angle and a smaller moment when the linkage is articulated to lower articulation angles.

Abstract: An autonomous vacuum leverages a dual-roller cleaning head, one for dry cleaning and another for wet cleaning. The autonomous vacuum utilizes vacuum force to ingest both dry waste and liquid waste from the cleaning head into the waste bag. The autonomous vacuum further comprises a cleaning head coupled to the vacuum motor, the cleaning head forming a mop roller cavity including a first end and a second end opposite the first end, wherein a mop opening exposes the mop roller cavity to an external environment. The cleaning head comprises a mop motor positioned at the first end of the mop roller cavity and including a driver clutch. The cleaning head further comprises mop roller core having a first end, a second end opposite to the first end, and an outer surface covered with a fabric material, the mop roller comprising a spring clutch positioned at the first end of the mop roller and removably couplable to the driver clutch of the mop motor.

Abstract: A fluid detection system, method, and apparatus are disclosed. A fluid detection fabric includes a top layer, a middle layer, a bottom layer, a fluid detection sensor, and a control hub. The middle layer separates the top layer and bottom layer. The top layer, middle layer, and bottom layer are configured to connect electrically using a liquid pathway when liquid is present.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are provided for an automated sleep assistant. An automated sleep assistant may comprise an audio input device for capturing sounds and utterances made by a user while sleeping. Audio data may be collected and analyzed to identify sleep patterns indicative of an adverse sleep-related condition such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). A pillow comprising a plurality of regions with one or more sensors, one or more inflatable air bladders, and one or more haptic feedback devices may be utilized. A base unit device physically connected to the pillow may determine one or more external forces that mitigate the adverse sleep-related condition and cause the pillow to apply the one or more external forces to the user, for example, by using a pump to inflate an air bladder to help the user's head lift or tip to a specific angle that opens his or her airway.

Abstract: Various beverage preparation systems and methods are disclosed. The beverage preparation system can include a container manipulation assembly having a support assembly and an elevator. The support assembly can be configured to receive a container. The elevator can be connected with the support assembly and can be configured to translate and/or rotate the support assembly. In some embodiments, the beverage preparation system includes a wand manipulation assembly having a wand unit and a mechanical linkage. The linkage can be configured to move the wand unit into and out of engagement with the container on the support assembly. The wand unit can provide a flow of fluid, such as steam, to liquid in the container to heat and/or froth the liquid.

Abstract: An example of an apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a magnetic core to be inserted into a borehole to a formation. The apparatus further includes a first coil wound about the magnetic core. In addition, the apparatus includes a first current supply to generate a first current to run through the first coil. Furthermore, the apparatus includes a first controller to control the first current supply. The first controller is to oscillate the first current to generate a magnetic field in the formation. Heat is to be generated in the formation via induction.