Abstract: A combination signal marker panel and solar panel and methods are disclosed. The combination signal marker panel and solar panel includes a signal marker that is detachably fastened to a flexible solar panel. The solar panel is modular and configurable to provide any output voltage. Namely, the solar panel can include any number of solar modules configured in series, configured in parallel, or configured in any combination of series and parallel arrangements. The combination signal marker panel and solar panel can be used to harvest solar energy while simultaneously marking the user's position.

Abstract: A bend stiffener including a body tapering from a base to a top. The body has a central through-opening, extending from the base to the top, which is arranged to receive a subsea cable or umbilical, and a first bend indicator arranged on the body. The first bend indicator has a proximal portion having a fixed end which is fixed relative to the body and a distal portion which has a free end. The first bend indicator extending from the fixed end to the free end in the axial direction of the body. The distal portion covers a bend indication portion of the bend stiffener, which bend indication portion has a first visual appearance, and which distal portion has a second visual appearance. The first visual appearance differs from a visual appearance of an area of the bend stiffener surrounding the bend indication portion.

Abstract: A wearable device to be worn by an operator of an aircraft includes a communication unit configured to receive aircraft parameters from an aircraft system. The wearable device further includes a database configured to store adverse control rules that define at least a first adverse control associated with a first aircraft state. The wearable device further includes a first sensor to collect data associated with movement and/or location of the wearable device. The wearable device includes a processing unit configured to identify the first aircraft state based on the aircraft parameters, evaluate operator intent based on the movement and/or location of the wearable device, and initiate a first alert when the operator intent corresponds to the first adverse control during the first aircraft state. The wearable device includes a haptic unit configured to communicate the first alert to the operator.

Abstract: Systems and methods of using a fire spread forecast and BIM to guide occupants using smart signs are provided. Some methods can include receiving a first signal indicative of a first location of a fire event in a monitored region, using the first location and BIM information to project an area into which the fire event will spread in the monitored region, and identifying at least one smart sign in the monitored region to enable for guiding an occupant in the monitored region to an exit door in the monitored region while avoiding the first location and the projected area into which the fire event will spread.

Abstract: An anti-shoplifting plate with an alarming liquid is used on an anti-theft device of the type called “pin”. The plate is composed of a lid and a base, as well as by a nail, which includes a head and a needle. The needle penetrates a bulb, n the plate where one or more vials are positioned and contain coloured alarming liquid that, in the case of a break-in attempt, release the liquid contained causing the colouring of the product and making it unusable and dirtying the hands of those trying to tamper with it. Such a plate is provided for a conformation of the seat to accommodate the vials on the base that allows adjusting the effort required to cause the breakage of said vials when a break-in attempt is made on the anti-theft device by a dishonest person.

Abstract: A method for security and/or automation systems is described. In one embodiment, the method may include detecting a first sound event at a home entry point using one or more sensors. The method may further include receiving input to associate at least one home automation system operation with the first sound event, and may further include storing the first sound event. The method may further include initiating the at least one home automation system operation associated with the first sound event.

Abstract: Systems, apparatuses, and methods relating to security system and automation monitoring are described. In one embodiment a method may include receiving motion detection data via an electrical signal, analyzing the motion detection data based at least in part on a first parameter, identifying a movement of an object based at least in part on the analyzing, and adjusting one or more light emitting diodes based at least in part on the identifying.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method to monitor a proximity of an item within the confines of an automation system is described. The method may comprise setting one or more monitoring thresholds for an item. The monitoring threshold factors are communicating by a sensor proximate the item. The method may receive one or more notifications via the sensor that the item has exceeded at least one monitoring threshold and activating a monitoring aspect of the sensors based at least in part on the receiving. The method may monitor the item for one or more alarm thresholds based at least in part on the receiving. One or more alarms may be activated based at least in part on the monitoring.

Abstract: A removable battery compartment for use with a smoke detector having a first connector portion configured to receive power from a battery. The battery compartment includes an interior chamber configured to house the battery and a second connector portion configured to be removably coupled to the first connector portion. The second connector portion has electrical connections configured to supply power from the battery to the first connector portion of the smoke detector.

Abstract: Various embodiments for monitoring safety by a processor. A presence of a living thing is detected inside an enclosed environment to be monitored. The enclosed environment is capable of motion. The presence of the living thing is monitored in combination with at least one environmental factor in the enclosed environment. If the at least one environmental factor exceeds a predetermined threshold, an alert notification to indicate a current status of the environmental factor is provided to a user.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method, apparatus and computer program for provision of meteorological data pertaining to a particular atmospheric condition to assist in the timing of a remedy to ameliorate involuntary physical distress caused by a change in the atmospheric condition. The remedy according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention may be an earplug including a body having a first end, a second end and a longitudinal axis extending from the first end to the second end, a bore defined within the body and extending from the first end to the second end along the longitudinal axis of the body, and a pressure regulator positioned within the bore and providing an air flow rate of 3.4×10?6 to 7.8×10?5 cc/sec through the bore.

Abstract: Methods, computer systems, and computer-storage medium are provided for managing patient alerts using a mobile device. A mobile device associated with a patient caregiver receives a critical alert related to the patient, and the alert is presented on the mobile device. The alert includes important contextual information that enables the caregiver to make a quick assessment of how to effectively address the alert. The alert includes options for accepting the alert or rejecting the alert. Acceptance of the alert enables the caregiver to communicate the alert to selected caregivers that can assist in managing the alert. Rejecting the alert causes the alert to be automatically communicated to additional caregivers associated with patient.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and a system for fall detection. Measurement signals are received from a plurality of sensors to monitor user activities, the plurality of sensors including a motion sensor for collecting motion information and a biomedical sensor for collecting physiological information. According to a signal processing sequence, whether the measurement signals meet multiple qualifying conditions for a fall incident is determined. The multiple qualifying conditions include: a condition evaluating at least the motion information, and a condition evaluating at least the physiological information. The method further includes: when the measurement signals do not meet the multiple qualifying conditions, continuing to monitor the user activities; and when the measurement signals meet the multiple conditions, determining that a fall incident has occurred, and sending an alert message to a designated contact.

Abstract: A method for monitoring an individual in a dwelling so as to know when such individual falls or indicates the need of assistance. A plurality of 3D motion and sound sensors are located in the dwelling and provide data to a computerized monitoring system. The sensors are configured to recognize one or more biometric identifiers of the individual being monitored. When the monitoring system detects that the individual has fallen or gestured, a computerized communication system contacts the individual to determine the need to send assistance to help the individual. Where assistance is required the system automatics contacts the previously designated caregiver for the individual and can also contact emergency personnel.

Abstract: Systems and methods of a safety belt to be worn by individuals in the course of physical activities such as walking, running, biking, etc. Safety belts of the inventive subject matter include one or more sensors that are used to develop a kinematic status of the individual wearing the safety belt. Kinematic status information can be broadcast out wirelessly, and it can be used to determine whether to generate an alert. Some embodiments of the safety belt can detect the presence of a hazard in the vicinity of an individual wearing the safety belt.

Abstract: A monitoring device having at least one data processing unit, at least one transmitter and/or receiver unit, at least one acceleration sensor, and can be connected to at least one sensor for recording measured values, wherein the data processing unit has at least two operating modes, including a “basic mode” and a “base station mode”, wherein: in the “basic mode”, the measured values of the acceleration sensor and/or of the at least one sensor are monitored, in the “base station mode”, the measured values can be processed by at least one other but compatible monitoring device in the “basic mode”. The invention also relates to a monitoring system.

Abstract: A shock detector system for determining the existence of a harmful electrical condition in a body of water proximate a first shock detector or a second shock detector with the first shock detector providing a danger signal if the harmful electrical condition proximate the first shock detector could injure or kill a person coming into contact with the body of water proximate the first shock detector and the second shock detector providing a caution signal if there is no harmful electrical condition detected by the second shock detector even though there is a harmful electrical condition proximate the first shock detector.

Abstract: A distributed control method in a distributed control system including a process executed by a by a first notification device, the process including notifying a detection of a first event to a second notification device, storing, in a storage device, acknowledgement information associating an event identifier indicating the first event with a device identifier indicating the second notification device when a negative acknowledgement is received from the second notification device, determining whether the event identifier indicating the first event is stored in the storage device or not when a request for a notification of the detection of the first event is received from a third notification device, and deleting, from the storage device, a device identifier associated with the event identifier indicating the first event when it is determined that the event identifier indicating the first event is stored in the storage device.

Abstract: An electronic overload inspection and warning system for a roundsling having a strand positioned within a plurality of core strands and a cover. The system includes a wireless sensor system mountable to the roundsling. The wireless sensor system includes at least one strain gauge electrically connected with a wireless transmitter. The strain gauge measures strain on the strand. The system also includes a wireless base station and a carrier element. The wireless base station includes a wireless receiver configured to wirelessly communicate with multiple deployed wireless sensor systems. The carrier element is secured to the strand. The strain gauge is secured to the carrier element.

Abstract: A vehicle LED lighting outage detection circuit is disclosed for detecting a fault in the LED light and automatically increasing the power drawn from the light power supply in response to the fault. A complementary detection circuit is also disclosed for detecting the increased power draw and signaling a fault to an operator. The increased power draw can be selected to be in the form of a pulse that settles to a lower power draw state after a time to avoid excessive and wasteful power draw. The system can be mounted in a vehicle and, more particularly, to a semi-tractor truck, or installed as a retrofit system into an existing semi-trailer system.

Abstract: In some embodiments, security and/or automation systems, hereinafter referred to as automation systems, may enable a user to deactivate a security portion of an automation system using a mobile device. An automation system may detect the presence of an authorized mobile device which may modify a status of at least one component of the automation system. The automation system may be installed at a user's residence and may identify when the user's mobile device enters a geographical region surrounding the residence. Modifying a status of at least one component may include deactivating a security component of the automation system. This may enable the user to enter the residence without the need to enter a code into a control panel.

Abstract: A mechanism is provided for receiving sensor configuration information from a remote security, monitoring and automation (SMA) controller, storing that sensor configuration information, and transmitting the sensor configuration information to a remote central station alarm monitoring system in a form usable by the remote central station. In addition, a mechanism is provided for receiving account configuration information from a remote node, storing that account configuration information, and transmitting the account configuration information to the remote central station in a form usable by that remote central station. In this manner, inefficiencies during installation and modification of a security system using the SMA controller can be avoided through automated provision of the information.

Abstract: Systems and methods of identifying a number of occupants in a monitored region can include an ambient alarm system and one or more registered user devices in the monitored region. When the ambient alarm system detects an alarm condition in the monitored region, the ambient alarm system can transmit a first signal to the one or more registered user devices, and responsive thereto, the one or more registered user devices can activate a respective Bluetooth peripheral device, and the ambient alarm system can initiate a discovery process with the one or more registered user devices, and responsive to the discovery process, each activated Bluetooth peripheral device can transmit a second signal to the ambient alarm system indicative of an identification of the respective registered user device. Based on a number of received identifications, the ambient alarm system can identify a number of occupants in the monitored region.

Abstract: A method for providing notification of an alarm event to a plurality of individuals and communication therebetween having steps that include: receiving an alarm event signal from an alarm system indicating an alarm event; determining a customer associated with the alarm event; determine a plurality of individuals that are to be contacted based upon the customer that has been determined as being associated with the alarm event; selecting a transmission vector having a corresponding transmission identifier; correspondingly associating the selected transmission identifier with the alarm event; sending an alarm event notification to each of the plurality of individuals utilizing the selected transmission vector; and receiving a response to the notification and automatically associating the same; directing each of the plurality of individuals into a virtual chat room corresponding to the alarm event; and facilitating communication between the individuals within the virtual chat room.

Abstract: Our system and method covers system and method for an imminent warning for firefighters.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided that includes a two-wire loop having first and second conductors that connect a monitoring system with a plurality of addressable sensors and alarm devices of the monitoring system, the two-wire loop having first and second ends connected to the monitoring system, a memory that contains first respective resistance values of the first and second conductors and second respective resistance values between the first and second ends and each of the plurality of addressable sensors and alarm devices, and a processor that detects a fault in the two-wire loop by measuring third resistance values from opposing ones of the first and second ends of the two-wire loop during a scan of the plurality of addressable sensors and alarm devices and compares the third resistance values with corresponding ones of the first and second respective resistance values in the memory.

Abstract: The present invention provides a medical hand controller for disabilities, including a hand controller body; a control button, arranged on the body and applied to control a motor terminal; a voice broadcast device installed inside the hand controller body and applied to voice broadcast a function of the button when the control button is pressed and lasted for an overlong period exceeding a preset value, wherein, the voice broadcast device connects to the control button electrically; and an emboss, set on the control button, applied to mark the function. When a blind or a user with poor eyesight is operating the hand controller, if a control button is pressed, the function of the button will be voice broadcasted, also, the function could be identified through touching the embosses set on the control button, which has facilitated the usage of any users with abnormal eyesight.

Abstract: A display apparatus and a method for controlling a display apparatus are provided. For example, a display apparatus which has an HCI type dual mode Bluetooth processor, and a method for controlling a display apparatus are provided. Example embodiments disclose a display apparatus which, in a standby mode in which a screen is turned off, controls the screen of the display apparatus having an HCI type dual mode Bluetooth processor, and a method for controlling a display apparatus.

Abstract: A safety device includes: a tool which performs a predetermined operation through an operation of an actuator; a mounting tool worn by a user operating the tool; a transmission unit which is provided in one of the tool or the mounting tool, and transmits a wireless signal in which a transmission direction is set to have high directional characteristic with respect to a certain direction; a reception unit which is provided in the other of the tool or the mounting tool, and receives the wireless signal transmitted by the transmission unit; and a controller which controls the tool on a condition that the reception unit recognizes the wireless signal.

Abstract: A data transmission module is provided as a battery-less accessory for attachment to portable metrology devices (e.g., handheld digital calipers, micrometers, indicators, etc.). Rather than utilizing battery resources from the metrology devices, the data transmission module utilizes energy harvested wirelessly from a remote data node (e.g., a computer system, display, etc.) to power transmission of measurement data signals to the remote data node. The data transmission module may receive sufficient power when relatively close to the remote data node, such as when a user is near the remote data node when operating the metrology device to obtain dimensional measurements of a workpiece. A wireless data generator of the data transmission module may be configured to wirelessly communicate measurement data signals using: the harvested energy; or a modulated reflection of, or coupling to, a received energy supply field from the remote data node; or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A traffic monitoring system (400) includes a network of geographically distributed sensors (401-403). The sensors (401-403) provide raw or preprocessed data to a processing system (405) based on received long range wireless signals (e.g., 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz, or 5.9 GHz spectrum). The processing system (405) can then implement any of various algorithms to calculate traffic parameters taking into account the range of communication between the source and the sensor. The inputs to these algorithms include a first contacts, last contacts, maximum range, minimum range, median of contacts, average of contacts, maximum strength, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A system and method for generating traffic reports is described. The system receives a set of inputs specifying at least a geographical region, a first period of time, and a second period of time. The system then identifies one or more streets within at least a threshold proximity of the specified geographical region and aggregates traffic information for the one or more streets over the first period of time and the second period of time, respectively. Further, the system generates a traffic report for the geographical region based at least in part on a comparison of the aggregated traffic information for the first period of time with the aggregated traffic information for the second period of time.

Abstract: A method for analyzing a traffic situation in an area surrounding a vehicle having a navigation system and a sensor system, the navigation system ascertaining a vehicle position and the sensor system acquiring movement data of the vehicle and determining a movement behavior of the vehicle in the form of movement trajectories of the vehicle, the vehicle position and the movement trajectories of the vehicle allowing a conclusion about the presence and/or the type of at least one feature in the surrounding area, a sensor of the sensor system detecting the feature and storing at least one item of additional information about the feature.

Abstract: Methods and software for managing vehicle priority proximate to a potential travel-priority conflict zone, such as a roadway intersection, where travel conflicts, such as crossing traffic, can arise. Coordination involves forming an ad-hoc network in a region containing the conflict zone using, for example, vehicle-to-vehicle communications and developing a dynamic traffic control plan based on information about vehicles approaching the conflict zone. Instructions based on the dynamic traffic control plan are communicated to devices aboard vehicles in the ad-hoc network, which display one or more virtual traffic signals to the operators of the vehicles and/or control the vehicles (for example, in autonomous vehicles) in accordance with the dynamic traffic control plan, which may account for a priority level associated with one or more of the vehicles.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for identifying a potential road hazard in a host vehicle based on a remote vehicle. The host vehicle has a host vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) module and a host advanced driver assistant system (ADAS) module, such as a system employing the ADASIS standard. The remote vehicle also has a remote V2V module that provides position data, and one or more of, longitudinal acceleration data, steering angle change rate data, braking system data, anti-lock braking status and stability control system status of the remote vehicle. The host vehicle receives the position data of the remote vehicle using the host V2V module and determines if the remote vehicle is in the main path zone (MPZ) of the host vehicle.

Abstract: The invention provides methods and systems for identifying objects transitioning boundaries defined around geographic areas using sensors. Objects that are vehicles are detected by license plate reader sensors. Boundaries defining geographic zones and sub-zones are pre-defined graphically by reference to a map or computed based on locations of sensors located within the geographic region. When sensor coverage is incomplete, soft zones are computed and defined. Soft zones are computed using probabilistic models, and are developed to minimize the number of escape paths from any sub-zone around sensor locations. Using these probabilistic models, additional sensors can be optimally placed for further enhancement of the detection system.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for generating a digital flight path within complex mission boundaries. In particular, in one or more embodiments, systems and methods generate flight legs that traverse a target site within mission boundaries. Moreover, one or more embodiments include systems and methods that utilize linking algorithms to connect the generated flight legs into a flight path. Moreover, one or more embodiments include systems and methods that generate a mission plan based on the flight path. In one or more embodiments, the generated mission plan enables a UAV to traverse a flight area within mission boundaries and capture aerial images with regard to the target site.

Abstract: Methods and configurations are disclosed for exploiting characteristic magnetic signature of electrical power transmission and distribution lines for navigation.

Abstract: A system for autonomous navigation within an enclosed area is provided. The system can have a remote control station having a route management system operable to determine a flight plan. The system can further have a device configured for unmanned operation having a transceiver operable to receive the flight plan from the remote control station. The device can have a memory operable to store the flight plan and an electromagnetic (EM) map of the enclosed area. The device can have a location determination sensor (LDS) operable to determine a three dimensional position of the device within the enclosed area based on the EM map.

Abstract: This disclosure describes an unmanned aerial vehicle (“UAV”) configured to autonomously deliver items of inventory to various destinations. The UAV may receive inventory information and a destination location and autonomously retrieve the inventory from a location within a materials handling facility, compute a route from the materials handling facility to a destination and travel to the destination to deliver the inventory.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to systems and methods for generating outputs based on collected aircraft maneuver data. In one example, a system is configured to collect surveillance data from one or more aircraft. The system is further configured to identify, from the collected surveillance data, aircraft maneuver data indicative of maneuvers of the one or more aircraft. The system is further configured to store the aircraft maneuver data in a data store. The system is further configured to perform one or more analyses of the stored aircraft maneuver data in the data store. The system is further configured to generate an output based on the one or more analyses of the stored aircraft maneuver data.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for brain training, including at least one first vibratory stimulation unit configured to generate vibratory stimuli with the user's skull; at least one second vibratory stimulation unit configured to generate vibratory stimuli with the user's body movement senses; at least one brain wave detecting unit configured to detect the brain wave of the user; and a controlling unit configured to connect with and control the visual stimulation unit, the first vibratory stimulation unit, the second vibratory stimulation unit and the brain wave detecting unit. By using the apparatus, the user can trigger active different parts area of brain to respond to the stimulations in a non-invasive way to improve the metabolism of brain tissue and help the neurons-to-neurons communication, which would be used in different occasions to improve the learning ability of users.

Abstract: Systems and methods for training an operator. One system includes a computing device including a processing unit and computer-readable medium. The computer-readable medium stores a training simulator application. The training simulator application, when executed by the processing unit, is configured to (i) receive an operating command from the operator, (ii) generate a simulated working environment and a simulated shovel having a simulated dipper, the simulated shovel and the simulated dipper positioned within the simulated working environment based on the operating command, (iii) generate an indicator providing depth-related information to an operator relating to a position of the simulated dipper with respect to a point-of-reference within the simulated working environment, and (iv) output the simulated working environment and the indicator to at least one output device for display to the operator.

Abstract: A vehicle driver feedback system includes a control unit and a display unit. The control unit is arranged for registering a driver-influenced vehicle driving parameter and the display unit is positioned in the vehicle and arranged for displaying information to the vehicle driver. The control unit further is arranged for: iteratively calculating and storing at least one score value based on the at least one driver-influenced vehicle driving parameter, wherein the at least one score value reflects a magnitude of driver-induced energy waste; driver-induced fuel waste; driver-induced vehicle wear; unsafe driving; or a weighted combination of at least two thereof, and displaying on the display unit during driving of the vehicle a graphical score value development over time or relative to the travelled route as feedback to the vehicle driver.

Abstract: An autonomous vehicle can transition between operational modes. The readiness of a vehicle driver for a transition can be assessed, particularly when transitioning from a first operational mode to a second operational mode that has a greater degree of manual involvement than the first operational mode. It can be determined whether an operational mode transition event has occurred while the vehicle is operating in the first operational mode. Responsive to determining that an operational mode transition event has occurred, an audial sample from a vehicle driver can be collected. It can be determined whether the vehicle driver is ready or non-ready to provide the greater degree of manual involvement for the second operational mode based on the collected audial sample.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a virtual heads up display in a vehicle simulator include a vehicle simulator. The vehicle simulator includes a visual projector including visual system optics, a virtual heads up display (VHUD) projector mounted within the visual system optics of the visual projector and a projection screen configured to project images generated by the visual projector and the VHUD projector. The vehicle simulator also includes a VHUD eye reference frame mounted within the vehicle simulator, the VHUD eye reference frame configured to allow viewing therethrough of the projected images.

Abstract: A practice hair cutting apparatus. The apparatus in its expanded configuration allows a human mannequin head to be attached and simulates a size and shape of a shoulder portion and/or should and back portion of an actual human subject. The apparatus in its contracted position is easily transportable in a student backpack. The apparatus is attachable to and removable from a variety of chairs, tables, walls and other free-standing objects such as tripods. The apparatus is used for hair cutting students who desire to practice hair cutting skills inside and outside a classroom.

Abstract: A system for controlling water consumption of a consumer through gamification is disclosed. The system may include, among others, a main power supply, a processing device, a display device, and an electrical valve. The main power supply may be configured to produce electricity for the system located within a facility of a consumer. The processing device may be configured to receive input data associated with water consumption of the consumer and calculate output data based on the received input data. The output data may include water consumption amount of the consumer, cost associated with the water consumption amount, a target consumption level for the consumer, and a consumer consumption level ranking with reference to consumption level of other consumers. The display device may be configured to display the output data to the consumer. The electrical valve may be configured to disconnect or connect water supply to the facility based on the calculated output data.

Abstract: A multi-node motion measurement and analysis system comprises at least one motion measurement module and a receiver unit. The motion measurement module is bound to a hand-held sports appliance through an adjustable fixture or being bound to a human body. A binding position on the human body is rearrangeable based on different measurement requirements. The motion measurement module comprises a sensor module configured to measure information of acceleration, angular velocity and magnetic force, a first microprocessor module connected to the sensor module and configured to generate information of orientation, and a first RF module configured to receive the information of acceleration, angular velocity, magnetic force and orientation and transmit the received information to the receiver unit.

Abstract: Implementations of a dental assistant training and customization system are provided. In some implementations, to create a custom training system, the dental assistant training and customization system is configured to allow a dental office to upload an image of a tray layout of dental instruments and materials for at least a first dental service based on the tray layout at the dental office. The dental office can input the names of the dental instruments and material illustrated in the image. The dental office can also input the names of one or more pieces of equipment used for the first dental service at the dental office. The dental office can also upload a video illustrating the first dental service. The dental office can also input one or more dental procedure codes associated with the first dental service.