Abstract: Embodiments relate to a deployable and/or reconfigurable waveguide and waveguide-based components that can be configured to various states of length along a longitudinal axis such that the waveguide is an expandable structure. The waveguide can be expanded or unfolded to an expanded (or deployed) state, and the waveguide can be compressed or folded to a compressed state. The deployable waveguide comprises a hollow tube extending in a longitudinal direction. The hollow tube may be folded according to various different origami-inspired folding patterns.

Abstract: Systems and methods for performing one or more prediction task. The methods comprise: receiving a hierarchical set of encoder machine learning models configured to convert one or more tabular datasets into a token that represents the one or more tabular datasets; pre-training the hierarchical set of encoder machine learning models using self-supervised learning to generate a pre-trained hierarchical set of encoder machine learning models; fine-tuning a predictive model to perform one or more prediction task using supervised learning, the predictive model comprising a prediction head for each prediction task, each prediction head configured to generate a prediction for the corresponding prediction task based on the token generated by the pre-trained hierarchical set of encoder machine learning models; and processing one or more new tabular datasets using the fine-tuned predictive model to generate a prediction for each prediction task.

Abstract: Systems and methods for performing one or more prediction task. The methods comprise: receiving a plurality of tabular datasets comprising data related to a same historical time period; processing the tabular datasets using a hierarchical set of encoder machine learning models to generate a token that represents the plurality of tabular datasets; and processing the token using a predictor machine learning model to generate a predicted target for each of the one or more prediction task. The hierarchical set of encoder machine learning may comprise: a plurality of first layer encoder machine learning models configured to generate, for each tabular dataset in the plurality of tabular datasets, one or more intermediate token that represents that tabular dataset; and a second layer encoder machine learning model that is configured to generate the token from the intermediate tokens generated by the first layer encoder machine learning models.

Abstract: Systems and methods for performing one or more prediction task. The methods comprise: receiving a plurality of tabular datasets comprising data related to a same historical time period; processing the tabular datasets using a hierarchical set of encoder machine learning models to generate a token that represents the plurality of tabular datasets; and processing the token using a predictor machine learning model to generate a predicted target for each of the one or more prediction task. The hierarchical set of encoder machine learning may comprise: a plurality of first layer encoder machine learning models configured to generate, for each tabular dataset in the plurality of tabular datasets, one or more intermediate token that represents that tabular dataset; and a second layer encoder machine learning model that is configured to generate the token from the intermediate tokens generated by the first layer encoder machine learning models.

Abstract: Systems and methods for performing one or more prediction task. The methods comprise: receiving a plurality of tabular datasets, each tabular dataset of the plurality of tabular datasets comprising data related to a same historical time period; processing the plurality of tabular datasets using a plurality of encoder machine learning models to generate, for each tabular dataset in the plurality of tabular datasets, one or more intermediate token that represents that tabular dataset; processing the one or more intermediate token generated by the plurality of encoder machine learning models using a transformer model to generate a token that represents the plurality of tabular datasets; and using the token to perform the one or more prediction task.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to a deployable and/or reconfigurable waveguide and waveguide-based components that can be configured to various states of length along a longitudinal axis such that the waveguide is an expandable structure. The waveguide can be expanded or unfolded to an expanded (or deployed) state, and the waveguide can be compressed or folded to a compressed state. The deployable waveguide comprises a hollow tube extending in a longitudinal direction. The hollow tube may be folded according to various different origami-inspired folding patterns.

Abstract: Embodiments of this application disclose a display control method and an electronic device, and relate to the field of electronic devices. The electronic device displays a first page; the electronic device receives a first sliding operation of the user sliding along a first direction on the first page; and the electronic device controls, based on a target sliding processing policy in response to the first sliding operation, the first page to slide along the first direction, where when the target sliding processing policy is a first sliding processing policy, duration for which the first page is slid along the first direction is first duration, and a distance for which the first page is slid is a first distance.

Abstract: Techniques and mechanisms for providing structures of a magnetic material based inductor. In an embodiment, an inductor comprises a body of a magnetic material, and a conductor which extends along a surface of the body. The body comprises a carrier material and magnetic filler particles distributed in the carrier material. A passivation material of the inductor is provided adjacent to the conductor and to surfaces of the filler particles. The conductor and the passivation material comprise different respective material compositions, wherein the passivation material comprises one of nickel, tin, copper, palladium, or gold. In another embodiment, the inductor is one of a plated through hole inductor type of a planar inductor type.

Abstract: Transmission pathways in substrates, and associated methods are shown. Example transmission pathways include a semiconductor substrate with a core, a dielectric layer fixed on the core, at least one first electrical transmission pathway extending through at least one of the dielectric layer and the core. The first pathway includes a magnetic material disposed within the at least the core of the at least one first electrical transmission pathway, at least one second electrical transmission pathway extending through the magnetic material, a nickel layer disposed on inner circumferential surface of the magnetic material at least within the second electrical transmission pathway, a copper layer disposed on at least the nickel layer within the second electrical transmission pathway. The dielectric spacer or the nickel layer separates the copper layer from the magnetic material.

Abstract: Transmission pathways in substrates, and associated methods are shown. Example transmission pathways include a semiconductor substrate with a core, a dielectric layer fixed on the core, at least one first electrical transmission pathway extending through at least one of the dielectric layer and the core. The first pathway includes a magnetic material disposed within the at least the core of the at least one first electrical transmission pathway, at least one second electrical transmission pathway extending through the magnetic material, a nickel layer disposed on inner circumferential surface of the magnetic material at least within the second electrical transmission pathway, a copper layer disposed on at least the nickel layer within the second electrical transmission pathway. The dielectric spacer or the nickel layer separates the copper layer from the magnetic material.

Abstract: Techniques and mechanisms for providing structures of a magnetic material based inductor. In an embodiment, an inductor comprises a body of a magnetic material, and a conductor which extends along a surface of the body. The body comprises a carrier material and magnetic filler particles distributed in the carrier material. A passivation material of the inductor is provided adjacent to the conductor and to surfaces of the filler particles. The conductor and the passivation material comprise different respective material compositions, wherein the passivation material comprises one of nickel, tin, copper, palladium, or gold. In another embodiment, the inductor is one of a plated through hole inductor type of a planar inductor type.

Abstract: A composition including an aromatic polyester and a copolyester having a lower melting point than the aromatic polyester. The aromatic polyester and the copolyester can be blended together to form fibers and fibrous webs. The composition can be thermally bonded at a temperature below the melting point of the aromatic polyester.

Abstract: The present invention provides nonwoven fiber materials, and methods for making the same, useful for loop materials in hook and loop mechanical attachment systems, the nonwoven materials having crimped monocomponent fibers having substantially circular cross sections, and the webs may further contain uncrimped fibers. The invention also provides disposable articles comprising nonwoven loop materials including disposable personal care absorbent articles such as diapers, feminine care sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence articles, and disposable protective articles such as surgical drapes and gowns and other protective apparel.

Abstract: A composition for a film which is both biodegradable and breathable and films prepared from the composition and then stretched are disclosed. The film comprises from about 30% to about 70% by weight of a biodegradable copolyester and from 70% to about 30% by weight of a filler, and the film is stretched in either a monoaxial or biaxial direction to increase void formation and achieve a water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) of at least 800 grams per square meter per 24 hours, and more particularly a WVTR of greater than 1900 grams per square meter per 24 hours. The copolyester is typically a copolyester of aliphaticlaromatic acids and the filler is typically calcium carbonate. The film is suitable for use in disposable breathable products such as personal care products, absorbent products, health care products, bandages and medical fabrics.

Abstract: The invention provides a biodegradable polymer composition for a breathable film which comprises a biodegradable polyester such as polylactic acid, a biodegradable copolyester such as an aliphatic/aromatic copolyester, and a filler such as calcium carbonate. These compounds are melt blended and film formed and the film is then stretched in a monoaxial or biaxial direction to enhance pore formation and hence also enhance the breathability of the film. The water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) of the film is typically greater than 3,000 grams per square meter per day so that the film is suitable for use in disposable articles such as wipes, diapers, training pants, absorbent underpants, adult incontinence garments, feminine hygiene products, medical garments, bandages and the like.

Abstract: The present invention provides nonwoven fiber materials, and methods for making the same, useful for loop materials in hook and loop mechanical attachment systems, the nonwoven materials having crimped monocomponent fibers having substantially circular cross sections, and the webs may further contain uncrimped fibers. The invention also provides disposable articles comprising nonwoven loop materials including disposable personal care absorbent articles such as diapers, feminine care sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence articles, and disposable protective articles such as surgical drapes and gowns and other protective apparel.

Abstract: An improved nonwoven web composite is formed by combining splittable bicomponent thermoplastic filaments with a component selected from other fibers and particles. The bicomponent filaments include distinct regions of first and second incompatible polymers extending the length of the filaments. After the bicomponent filaments are combined with the other fibers and/or particles, the bicomponent filaments are caused to split lengthwise along boundaries between the regions of different polymers, resulting in a web or matrix of finer filaments which entrap, ensnare and contain the other fibers and/or particles within the web or matrix. The nonwoven web composite is particularly useful for making absorbent articles, which require durability and optimum levels of absorbent fibers and/or particles.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing softer fibers and nonwoven webs that includes forming a mixture comprising (i) a thermoplastic and (ii) an additive selected from the group consisting of polyethylene waxes, glyceryl monostearate, sorbitan tristearate, CATALLOY KS357 MONTELL polyolefin resin, an amide having the chemical structure CH3(CH2)7CH═CH(CH2)xCONH2 where x is selected from 5-15 and mixtures thereof; forming the mixture into fibers and optionally creating a nonwoven web.

Abstract: An improved nonwoven web composite is formed by combining bicomponent thermoplastic filaments having adhesive properties with a component selected from other fibers and particles. The bicomponent filaments include distinct regions of first and second incompatible polymers across a cross-section of individual filaments. After the bicomponent filaments are combined with the other fibers and/or particles, the adhesive properties of the bicomponent filaments result in a web or matrix of filaments having improved ability to entrap, ensnare and contain the other fibers and/or particles within the web or matrix. The nonwoven web composite is particularly useful for making absorbent articles, which require stability and optimum levels of absorbent fibers and/or particles.

Abstract: A process for treating high-loft porous fabrics with topically applied active agents is provided and includes the steps of applying an active agent to a surface of the fabric and forcing the active agent through the entirety of the web by directing a focused stream of air or steam, at a rate above 25 meters/second, into and through the web and also applying a vacuum to the opposite side of the web to collect the air, condensate and/or active agent drawn out of the fabric. Fabrics having a thickness in excess of 50 mils with densities between 0.2 g/cc and 0.008 g/cc have a topically applied active agent substantially uniformly distributed throughout the entire fabric thickness.