Abstract: Systems and methods for the delivery of linear accelerator radiotherapy in conjunction with magnetic resonance imaging in which components of a linear accelerator may be placed in shielding containers around a gantry, may be connected with RF waveguides, and may employ various systems and methods for magnetic and radio frequency shielding.

Abstract: A method for improved precision of irradiation in radiation therapy includes providing feedback to a patient with respect to the patient's respiration during the radiation therapy, wherein information about the patient's current respiratory state and/or instructions for action relating to the patient's respiration are communicated to the patient by means of ambient signals. Also described herein is a device for applying such a method.

Abstract: A method of customized breathing maneuver guidance during radiotherapy treatment by configuring to a treatment couch an augmented reality system that includes a mounting assembly, a position measurement module to measure a distance from a fixed position to a patient anatomic region during a breathing cycle, and a breath monitoring and instruction screen viewable by the patient disposed proximal to the fixed position, where the patient monitors and controls a state of their breathing cycle in real time from breath state information displayed on the instruction screen, and determining the anatomic region for monitoring to measure the distance from the fixed position, determining a patient-customized breath hold amplitude by measuring a distance between a baseline exhale position a maximum inhale position, and entering breath hold amplitude data to a computer for subsequent breath hold guidance regardless of the treatment couch model setup and patient weight variations.

Abstract: Validation of a therapeutic radiation treatment involves using an applicator balloon surrounding an X-ray radiation source to support a plurality of X-ray sensor elements (XRSE). The XRSE are supported on the applicator balloon at distributed locations to sense applied radiation from the radiation source. At least one parameter of the applied radiation which has been sensed by the XRSE is compared to a corresponding parameter of a predetermined radiation treatment plan. Based on the comparing, a determination is made as to whether one or more requirements of the predetermined radiation treatment plan have been satisfied.

Abstract: Provided is a conscious animal ultrasonic neural regulation device, including a pulse signal generation module, a transducer module and a fixing module. The pulse signal generation module is configured to generate a pulse signal with high energy. The ultrasonic transducer module is configured to convert the pulse signal into an ultrasound. The fixing module includes an upper fixing module and a lower fixing module. The upper fixing module is configured to fix the ultrasonic transducer module, and the lower fixing module is configured to be fixed on an animal neural regulation target point. The upper fixing module and the lower fixing module are connected by a connecting component. The conscious animal neural regulation device of the present disclosure can perform accurate ultrasonic stimulation on a cerebral cortex and subcortex of the animal, thereby exploring and verifying the stimulation effect of the ultrasound on the animal, which is easy in operation and convenient in use.

Abstract: A treatment system can include a treatment instrument with an operation input element that has a magnet; and a sensor that detects a parameter that changes with a movement of the magnet together with the operation input element based on an operation of the operation input element. The treatment system can also include a control apparatus that can control the supply of electrical energy to the treatment instrument for operation of the treatment instrument. The control apparatus includes a processor that can determine a relationship between a change in a distance between the sensor and the magnet and a change in the parameter, and to set, based on the relationship, a threshold for switching between an ON state and an OFF state of the supply of the electrical energy to the treatment instrument.

Abstract: A device and a method, which is individual to a patient, treat malignant diseases by using selectively acting tumor-destructive mechanical pulses (TMI). The tumor-destructive pulse shapes are determined using physical cell properties, which are individual to each patient. The device is controlled in such that lethal pulse fields are applied in the tumor area.

Abstract: A tool, such as a respirator, including a body, an opening defined by the body, a door coupled to the body, and a filter positioned between the body and the filter. The door actuates between open and closed positions. The filter can be removed and replaced when the door is in the open position.

Abstract: [Object of the Invention] An object of the present invention is to provide a positive pressure exhale valve for a breathing apparatus that opens when internal pressure of a face piece of the breathing apparatus reaches predetermined positive level, comprising a valve body and a spring for always contacting the valve body so as to force the valve body in closing direction, and wherein a vibration body formed by the valve body and the spring is prevented from experiencing self-excited vibration.

Abstract: A system and a method for preventing a boat fire. Such a system and method may sense fumes in an engine of a boat (or other system that includes an engine), alert the boat operator and inhibit the engine or engines from starting. Also, the system and method allow for a bypass of the system in the event of false alarm and warn with alarm prior to expiration of the life time for fume sensors. Further, in a case where an onboard generator is used in boats, the system and method shutdown the generator upon a signal from a carbon monoxide detector providing immediate cessation of carbon monoxide producer.

Abstract: A battery module including a cell stack formed by stacking a plurality of battery cells; a module frame coupled to one side or both sides of the cell stack; and a fire extinguishing unit accommodated in the module frame to eject a fire extinguishing agent at a reference temperature or above.

Abstract: Systems and methods for filling and pressurizing a container with liquid suppressant and nitrogen gas. A pressurized receiving container of nitrogen gas is initially provided at a transformative pressure and liquid suppressant is subsequently added to the pressurized receiving container. The transformative gas pressure provides a sufficient amount of nitrogen to saturate the added liquid suppressant and provide an operative head space pressure within the receiving container without the need for mechanized mixing of the nitrogen and liquid suppressant solution.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a chassis, a front axle coupled to a front end of the chassis, a rear axle coupled to a rear end of the chassis, a pair of front downriggers coupled to the front end of the chassis forward of the front axle, a pair of rear downriggers coupled to the rear end of the chassis rearward of the rear axle, and an outrigger assembly coupled to the chassis between the front axle and the rear axle. The pair of front downriggers is selectively extendable to engage a ground surface. The pair of rear downriggers is selectively extendable to engage the ground surface. The outrigger assembly includes a pair of outriggers that are selectively extendable laterally outward at an angle relative to a horizontal.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a closed water mist nozzle with active opening, comprising a nozzle body (1) and a sensitive part provided on the nozzle body (1), and a starting element for changing the state of the sensitive part is further arranged on the nozzle body (1); the starting element can be used for heating or impacting the sensitive part to make the sensitive part crack or fall off; the sensitive part is a fusible alloy column or a temperature-sensing glass bulb; the material of fusible alloy column is bismuth-tin alloy; the closed water mist nozzle with active opening of the present disclosure can be actively controlled by controlling the breakage of the temperature-sensing glass ball, which is of a wider application prospect.

Abstract: An electric generator which can be coupled to an exercise machine is described. The electric generator is connected to a power grid. Using the mechanical movements of the exercise machine, the generator can produce and feed electricity into the grid, thereby creating a decentralized grid system which is immune to node failures. The generator can communicate with a smart device of a user. The generator can inform the user of the amount of electricity generated by the user while working out. The generator or an application of the smart device can communicate this data to a service provider. Using this data, the service provider can pay the user for the electricity generated. In particular, the service provider can utilize a cryptocurrency to reward the user for the human generated electricity.

Abstract: Systems, apparatuses, and methods for performing robotically assisted physical therapy. The system, apparatus, and method can include a motion platform having three-degrees of freedom to achieve pitch motion, yaw motion, and roll motion; a plurality of motors connected to the motion platform to enable the pitch motion, the yaw motion, and/or the roll motion; at least one sensor configured to collect data relating to position and/or motion of the motion platform; and a motion controller configured to control the motion platform based on the collected data and/or external commands.

Abstract: A weightlifting machine includes a carriage support, a carriage moveably mounted on the carriage support and configured to move along the carriage support, and a locking mechanism that is moveable between a locking position, where the locking mechanism engages the carriage and supports the carriage at an elevated position above a lowermost position of the carriage, and a release position, where the locking mechanism does not engage the carriage, and the carriage is free to move below the elevated position.

Abstract: An exercise machine which provides a continuously variable exercise path for a user, based on the use of a first crank which rotates about a primary axis, and a second crank which is user-rotated about a second axis on the first crank and which is linked to a stationary cog so that the first and the second cranks counter-rotate.

Abstract: This invention discloses a climbing machine. Without being limited by the structure of the climbing assembly, the upper limbs and the lower limbs of the user can have different moving paths. In addition, the climbing machine also has the advantages of rapid response, wide range of resistance adjustment, and smooth operation.

Abstract: An exercise device includes an elastic cord disposed within a pair of separate pads. The first and second pads are each provided with a pad length that approximates a circumferential length of the cord. In various embodiments, a flexible sleeve is coaxially disposed around the circumferential length of the cord and within the lengths of the first and second pads.

Abstract: A system to optimize diaphragmatic breathing is disclosed. The system has a first sensor to measure breathing movement of a user's abdomen and output a signal related to the movement of the user's abdomen, a second sensor to measure breathing movement of the user's chest and output a signal related to the movement of the user's chest; and a control device communicatively coupled with the first sensor and the second sensor. The control device has one or more processors, a memory comprising set of program modules executable by one or more processors. an assessment module for receiving the signal from the first sensor and second sensor and converting the signals to a data input, and for comparing the data input to a predetermined data range representative of proper diaphragmatic breathing for the user and a communication interface for providing feedback based on the assessment modules comparison of the data input and the predetermined range so as to optimize the user's diaphragmatic breathing.

Abstract: In aspects of real-time augmented reality (AR) activity feedback, a system includes wearable sensors to monitor a musculoskeletal state of a person who engages in an activity. A sensor device hub includes an activity comparison module that is implemented to receive sensor information from the wearable sensors as the person engages in a session of the activity. The activity comparison module can determine activity data from the received sensor information, including a first form of how the person is performing the activity. The activity comparison module of the sensor device hub is also implemented to compare the first form of the person performing the activity to a representative form of the activity, and initiate a real-time comparison feedback that is an indication of how the first form of the person performing the activity compares to the representative form of the activity.

Abstract: Disclosed is an anchor for rock or similar material, and methods therefor. The anchor has a hinged base, which base consists of at least a pair of pivotally connected wings, the wings able to pivot about at least one longitudinal axis between, a first position in a closed state and a second position in an open state, the open state having a dimension between opposing parts of each wing that is greater than when in the closed state. A locking mechanism locks the wings in either the first position, or the second position. A connecting portion adapted to enable a load to be connected to the anchor connects to the hinged base, the connecting portion having a loading axis which is substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. The anchor can be set between either the first position, or the second position, and then anchored to enable a load to be connected thereto.

Abstract: A golf ball including a core and a cover covering the core, wherein the cover is formed from a cover resin composition containing a first base resin and a fluorescent pigment, the first base resin contains at least one resin selected from the group consisting of a polyurethane resin, an ionomer resin and a polyamide resin, the fluorescent pigment is a dispersion having a fluorescent dye dispersed in a second base resin, and the second base resin contains at least one resin selected from the group consisting of a benzoguanamine resin, an acrylic resin and a polyester resin, and a constituent member of the golf ball other than the cover does not contain a fluorescent pigment and/or a fluorescent dye.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a golf ball having improved ball speed or aerodynamic performance on a rainy day or the like by controlling the formulation of the paint film. The present invention provides a golf ball comprising a golf ball body and a paint film covering the golf ball body, wherein a paint film surface of the golf ball has a water contact angle A1 of 70° or more and a water sliding angle B1 of less than 50°. The present invention also provides a golf ball comprising a golf ball body and a paint film covering the golf ball body, wherein when a sheet consisting of a slab formed from a composition constituting a golf ball body surface and a coating film formed by applying a paint constituting the paint film on the slab is prepared, a coating film surface of the sheet has a water contact angle A2 of 90° or more and a water sliding angle B2 of less than 52°.

Abstract: A golf ball with a core comprising polybutadiene and graphene is disclosed herein. The golf ball has a single core comprising polybutadiene and graphene. Alternatively, the golf ball has a dual core with an inner core comprising polybutadiene and graphene. Alternatively, the golf ball has a dual core with an outer core comprising polybutadiene and graphene.

Abstract: Golf ball comprising a colorless coating surrounding and adjacent to a TiO2 white-pigmented layer comprising a polymeric composition that comprises throughout: (i) passivated TiO2 particulates amount of from about 1 wt. %-10 wt. % based on total weight of second polymeric composition; and (ii) silane-containing adhesion promoter(s), for example, organosilanes and/or organosiloxanes in an amount of from about 0.1 wt. % to about 5.0 wt. % of the total weight of the polymeric composition. The coating comprises a coating composition that is different than the polymeric composition and does not contain any silane-containing adhesion promoter; and there is no surface treatment with adhesion promoter at an interface between the colorless coating and TiO2 white-pigmented layer. In lieu of the colorless coating, the golf ball may include a coating that is clear tinted or translucent.

Abstract: An exercise ball structure coated with food-ingredient powders includes an inner elastic spherical-shell structure and an organic food-ingredient powder coating. The inner elastic spherical-shell structure has a first outer surface. The organic food-ingredient powder coating is formed on the first outer surface by injection molding.

Abstract: Embodiments of this disclosure are related to methods and systems associated with a game. The gaming system may be configured to allow a thrower to throw an object, and store tokens associated with the game within the object. This may allow for players of the game to readily and efficiently tabulate the score of a game. Embodiments may include a throwing object and tokens.

Abstract: A resilient face insert for a golf club head, preferably a putter head, is disclosed herein. In particular, the face insert comprises a plurality of hinge features spaced from a striking surface to ensure consistent ball speed across the striking surface. Each hinge feature comprises a tab portion that is spaced from the striking surface by a stem portion and that extends parallel to the striking surface, and is angled with respect to a horizontal y-axis. The orientation of hinge features with respect to the y-axis varies across the face, which reduces sidespin from mishits and produces consistent topspin regardless of impact location of a golf ball on the face insert.

Abstract: Some embodiments include a golf club head with an insert. Other embodiments for related golf club heads and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: Some embodiments include a golf club head. The golf club head includes a front body having a front body front portion with a front body front surface and having a front body rear portion, and includes a rear body having a rear body front portion, a rear body rear portion, and multiple protrusions. The golf club head is configured such that (i) when the front body front surface strikes a golf ball with a first amount of force, the front body deflects toward the rear body with a first amount of deflection, and (ii) when the front body front surface strikes the golf ball with a second amount of force less than the first amount of force, the front body deflects toward the rear body with a second amount of deflection greater than the first amount of deflection. Other embodiments of related club heads and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A golf club head includes a body having a face plate having a strike surface and an opposing interior surface, a rear end, and a sole connecting the faceplate with the rear end. The face plate, the rear end, and the sole partially define a cavity. An insert is positioned within the cavity, the insert presenting an insert surface facing the interior surface of the face plate and spaced therefrom.

Abstract: A cast cup can include a forward portion of a golf club head, including a hosel, a face portion, and forward portions of a crown, sole, heel and toe. A rear ring can be formed separately from the cast cup and coupled to heel and toe portions of the cast cup to form a metallic club head body, such that the club head body defines a hollow interior region, a crown opening, and a sole opening. The cast cup and rear ring can be cast of titanium alloys. Composite crown and sole inserts can then be coupled to the crown opening and sole opening. The face portion of the cast cup can have a desirably complex geometry. The rear surface of the face portion of the cast cup can be modified before the rear ring is attached.

Abstract: Golf club heads with ribs are described herein. A golf club head comprises a first rib protruding from an internal surface of the club head, and a second rib protruding from the internal surface of the club head. The first rib and the second rib comprise a varying height. The club head further comprises a first side rib located on the internal surface at a heel end of the club head, and a second side rib located on the internal surface at a toe end of the club head. The first side rib and the second side rib generally extend in a front end to rear end direction, and can be linear or curvilinear. The ribs provide structural support and sound control for the club head.

Abstract: A golf club head of the wood-type, including a body having a ball-striking face and a sole, is disclosed. The sole can include a wave slot for adding additional weight to the golf club head and for providing improved performance. The wave slot can include a front sidewall, a rear sidewall, and at least two waves. The wave slot can be open-ended. The waves can be positioned between the front and rear sidewalls and can each include a valley portion at the lowest point of the wave such that the valley portion does not protrude below the sole. The wave slot can also have two, three, or more waves, which can have heights that decrease as the position of the waves increases with respect to the ball-striking face.

Abstract: A method for using an autonomous vehicle as a caddie and cart. The method includes selecting caddie mode from a group including a caddie mode and a cart mode, selecting a mode in the caddie mode from a group including a caddie advice mode, a swing detection mode, and a golf ball detection mode. In another embodiment, the method includes selecting the cart mode and selecting a mode in the cart mode from a group including a follow golfer mode, a ride mode, and a golf ball mode. The autonomous vehicle includes a vehicle frame and a body, a vehicle propulsion unit, a plurality of wheels driven by the vehicle propulsion unit, a controller for selecting a mode of operation, a display for communicating data to the golfer, a camera for supplying data to the controller, and a GPS apparatus for determining a position of the autonomous vehicle.

Abstract: A lacrosse head configured to form a pocket channel, the lacrosse head having a stop member, first and second sidewalls extending from the stop member in a forward direction, and a scoop connecting the first sidewall and the second sidewall opposite to the stop member, with the scoop having a forward edge and a rearward edge, with the rearward edge of the scoop defining generally an arc shape except for a recessed portion disposed at a longitudinal centerline of the lacrosse head, and with the scoop defining at least one stringing hole disposed forward of the recessed portion. Alternatively, a lacrosse head may have a scoop that defines a plurality of lateral stringing holes disposed generally along an arc, and that defines a forwardly offset stringing hole disposed along a longitudinal centerline of the lacrosse head and forward of the arc.

Abstract: A flexible elastomeric grip for a golf club having indicators on the upper face which indicate visibly to the user when the angle of lie is less than, greater than, and optimum when the user grips the club and addresses the ball. The indicator on its end cap indicates visibly to the user when the angle of lean is neutral or left or right of neutral by at least five degrees (5°). The visible indicator may be either by a changing holographic image or reflective coating. Another version provides a combined angle of lean and angle of lie indicator in an end cap on a flexible grip.

Abstract: A golf putter has a hollow shaft that has a longitudinal channel, a grip that surrounds a portion of the shaft, a putter head, and an adjustable counter-balance weight system. The weight system has a rod that has a four-sided configuration and at least one weight. Each weight has an annular weight housing that has a four-sided channel extending longitudinally therethrough, and with each weight housing having a threaded opening. The rod extends through the channel of the weight housing of the at least one weight, and a threaded setting screw is threaded through the threaded opening and impinges on one of the four sides of the rod to secure the weight inside the four-sided channel.

Abstract: Embodiments of headcovers having a headcover body that includes a detachable pull strap with a plurality of leg portions that connect to the headcover body and methods to manufacture such headcovers are generally described herein. Other embodiments of the headcovers may be described and claimed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a target detection apparatus which attaches to a purpose-built or existing golf target placed on a driving range, golf course or other golfing facility for purposes of play or competition, whereby players attempt to hit their golf ball at or into the target. The invention enhances the targets functionality by enabling it to provide near instant feedback to players and others that it has been hit. Through the use of a sensor and indicator system, the target of a preferred embodiment can sense a golf ball hitting it or landing in it and draw the attention of the player or others through an indicator, which is currently a LED array. The design consists of an array of vibration sensors, each attachable to the target landing surface.

Abstract: A portable shield made for individuals who practice boxing, martial arts, or any combat sport. The portable shield comprises a central striking area, a resilient neck-like striking area, a head-like striking area that are suitable for kicking and/or punching. The portable shield also comprises holding arms for steering the shield and a spring within the resilient neck-like striking area for allowing movement of the head-like striking area when it is stricken by a user/athlete. The head-like striking area, the resilient neck-like striking area and the central striking area are covered with padding material to prevent injuring the user/athlete when kicking and/or punching.

Abstract: A contact sports training device is disclosed in which a single individual may realistically practice two-person contact sports, self-defense, or martial arts techniques that include grappling, blocking, and deflection, which may include a flexible back plate and one or more arms attached thereto to realistically resist and flex when a force is applied by a trainee, allowing for the practice of techniques that teach how to strike through, deflect, or penetrate defenses in a more lifelike training scenario. The contact sports training device may also include simulated weapons, be mounted to a heavy bag, Bob®, or other surface by straps or fasteners. Methods of training with a contact sports training device are also disclosed, including providing a responsive contact sports training device having simulated human arms extended forward in a defensive posture.

Abstract: A system for providing full scale participant practice and instruction by at least one self-propelling drone including a control platform incorporating a first processor. A second processor is incorporated into the drone which is in operative communication with the control platform, the second processor receiving a stream of instructions for operating a powered drive chassis incorporated into the drone for traversing the drone upon a practice surface during a training iteration. The stream of instructions includes at least one algorithmic protocol for instructing the drive chassis to execute a progression of movements either mimicking or responding to physical movements of a physical participant engaged in the training iteration.

Abstract: Improved pitching machines capable of providing accurate, repeatable, and various pitches for training or simulation purposes (e.g., batting and catching). The pitching machine of the present invention may be operable to deliver pitches that each have a different predetermined trajectory, location, velocity (speed to target), and rotational velocity with repeatable precision and accuracy. Additionally, the pitching machine may be programmable and capable of simulating a pitch sequence, as thrown by a pitcher in a game situation, which provides a novel and effective tool for training batters.

Abstract: A bullpen mound includes a first mound section, a second mound section, and bridge section that couples to the first and second mound sections. Each of the first and second mound sections includes a base piece, an H-piece, a nose piece, a drive tray, and a landing tray. The base piece and the H-piece, when coupled together, form a first drive tray receptacle for receiving the drive tray. The H-piece and the nose piece, when coupled together, form a first landing tray opening for receiving the landing tray.

Abstract: A system is provided that generates and assigns a composite performance index number for an athlete throwing or hitting a plurality of objects at a net. The system involves a net having a uniform grid, at least one spin rate device embedded within the objects; one or more measurement devices at least one of adjacent to or integrated within the net and positioned to observe the grid; and an evaluation apparatus coupled to the spin rate device and the one or more measurement devices. The evaluation apparatus includes a processor configured to: based at least upon data captured by the one or more measurement devices, determine relative to the grid respective locations where the objects are thrown or hit by the athlete; and generate and assign, based at least upon the determined location, a composite performance index number for the athlete. Associated methods and computer program products are also provided.

Abstract: The diagnosed soft tissue or brain injury component of concussions is generally defined by the symptoms of the temporal lobe manifestations. However, there is an undiagnosed structural fractured component of concussions occurring within the jaw joint complex which is the focus of this invention. A precise imaging technique and the powerful 3D Cone beam scanning technology, together, have revealed fractures in temporal bones of the jaw joint space which supports the temporal lobe of the brain. These fractures are the results of the lower jaw impact forces that cause concussions and this mechanism account for a large percent of the concussions arising in sports and military operations. These fractures have never been considered, diagnosed, or treated in the management of concussions. Fracturing temporal bones in the jaw joint that supports the temporal lobe will certainly produce the symptoms of temporal lobe manifestations.

Abstract: A tracked skate runner provides a low-profile substitute for a wheel with exceptionally low rolling resistance on rough or soft terrain. The runner includes a skate frame and rollers that bear against an endless track of hinged links devoid of pinch points that can get jammed with ground debris. The skate frame provides a channel with sidewalls and a top dirt shield. The sidewalls fit closely with the links of the track to seal out dirt, and the top dirt shield protects the rollers from dirt that shakes off the top recirculating portion of the track.