Abstract: A bowling-ball cleaning pad that removes residue from a bowling ball includes a first debris-collecting layer, a second debris-collecting layer, and at least one liquid-absorbing layer. The at least one liquid-absorbing layer is sandwiched in between the first debris-collecting layer and the second debris-collecting layer. The first debris-collecting layer, the second debris-collecting layer, and the at least one liquid-absorbing layer are coextensive with each other. The first debris-collecting layer and the second debris-collecting layer are perimetrically connected to each other. Depending upon different embodiment of the bowling-ball cleaning pad, the at least one liquid-absorbing layer can absorb only oil, only water, or water and oil.

Abstract: An electric power management system includes a plurality of the vehicles, each including a battery, and a server that manages an exchange of electric power between the battery and an electric power system of an electric power company. The server detects a predetermined operation of a user that correlates with termination of the exchange of the electric power between the battery and the electric power system. When the predetermined operation is detected, the server calculates an estimated time when the exchange of the electric power between the battery and the electric power system is terminated, and executes a process of distributing the electric power to be exchanged by the vehicle in which the exchange of the electric power with the electric power system is estimated to be terminated at the calculated estimated time to another vehicle that performs the exchange of the electric power with the electric power system.

Abstract: An alert method for a head mounted display includes: identifying the current user of the head mounted display, retrieving a speaker recognition profile for the current user, detecting audio using one or more microphones, estimating whether the detected audio comprises speech corresponding to that of the current user based on the retrieved speaker recognition profile, and if not, then relaying the detected audio comprising the speech to the current user of the head mounted display.

Abstract: A non-transitory computer-readable computer medium stores instructions for a patient attempting to quit smoking.

Abstract: Methods for preparing CD7-negative, CD3-positive T cells, which optionally express a chimeric antigen receptor, are provided as is a method of using such cells in a method for treating cancer, in particular a CD7+ cancer. In one aspect, the invention provides a method for preparing a population of CD7-negative, CD3-positive T cells by (a) performing a first selection by depleting, from a population of primary immune cells, cells that express CD7 thereby generating a population of CD7-negative cells; (b) performing a second selection by enriching, from the population of CD7-negative cells, T cells that express CD3 thereby generating a population of CD7-negative and CD3-positive T cells, and (c) incubating the population of CD7-negative and CD3-positive T cells in a culture vessel under stimulating conditions, thereby generating stimulated CD7-negative, CD3-positive T cells.

Abstract: A method for supporting delivery using a robot is provided. The method includes the steps of: acquiring delivery information on a delivery item; determining a first location with respect to a building specified from the delivery information and causing a robot to travel to the first location; and causing the robot to travel to a second location in the building specified from the delivery information, with reference to at least one of handover information and takeover information on the delivery item.

Abstract: Methods and systems for high-resolution image manipulation are disclosed. An original high-resolution image to be manipulated is obtained, as well as a driving signal indicating a manipulation result. The original high-resolution image is down-sampled to obtain a low-resolution image to be manipulated. Using a trained manipulation generator, a low-resolution manipulated image and a motion field are generated from the low-resolution image. The motion field represent pixel displacements of the low-resolution image to obtain the manipulation indicated by the driving signal. A high-frequency residual image is computed from the original high-resolution image. A high-frequency manipulated residual image is generated using the motion field. A high-resolution manipulated image is outputted by combining the high-frequency manipulated residual image and a low-frequency manipulated image generated from the low-resolution manipulated image by up-sampling.

Abstract: A flexible multi-wire power supply cable with linear current reception, provided with a flexible screen (1) made of an elastomer with properties typical for an electric insulator and with at least two conductor wires (2) made of electric conductor, preferably a flexible conductor, characterised in that the conductor wires (2) are partially, that is, at parts of the circumference of the cross-section, moulded inside the flexible screen (1), with an inner separating strip (3) comprising an integral part of the flexible screen (1) between them, the outer surface of which transitions into symmetrical screen strips (4), which together with the inner separating strip (3) form guiding grooves (5) open at the bottom, providing space for uninsulated parts of conductor wires (2).

Abstract: Described herein are compounds of Formula I: and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, wherein R1, R2, R3, X1, Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4 and Y5 are defined herein; their use as MC4R antagonists; pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and salts; the use of such compounds and salts to treat, for example, cachexia, anorexia, or anorexia nervosa; and intermediates and processes for preparing such compounds and salts.

Abstract: A method of releasing an output-suppressed control state in an air conditioning system that includes a control device configured to control one or more air conditioners, and a management device configured to be connected to the control device via a network to transmit, to the control device, a command to control output suppression of an air conditioner from among the one or more air conditioners to cause the air conditioner to be in the output-suppressed control state, includes a confirmation step of confirming whether communication between the control device and the management device is disconnected; and a transmission control step of, in a case where the communication between the control device and the management device is not disconnected, prohibiting transmission of a command to release the output-suppressed control state to the control device without intervention of the management device, and in a case where the communication between the control device and the management device is disconnected, allowing

Abstract: A razor wire rapid deployment unit (RDU)/barrier is disclosed. In some embodiments, the RDU includes an enclosure having a first section coupleable with a second section, the enclosure defining an interior area therein. The RDU may further include a razor wire disposed within the interior area of the enclosure, a first end of the razor wire directly coupled to the first section, and a second end of the razor wire directly coupled to the second section. The first and second sides of the enclosure may be separated from one another to deploy the razor wire from a compressed configuration to an expanded configuration.

Abstract: Disclosed is a platform that manages worker users in a temporary staffing environment via an AI machine learning model. The machine learning model predicts dispatch outcomes of a plurality of pairings of worker users to potential shifts. A dispatch outcome predicts whether a worker will show up for and work a given shift. The machine learning model is based on a set of training data surrounding historical dispatch outcomes. The data surrounding the historical dispatch outcomes includes data relating to users, data relating to shifts, and data derived from a combination of both. An implementation of the machine learning model stitches together multiple shifts for up to a schedule horizon based on predicted dispatch outcomes.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of preparing a catalyst material which comprises electrocatalyst particles, a support material, and graphitic carbon nitride, wherein the method comprises applying graphitic carbon nitride to a catalyst material precursor. Also provided is a catalyst material comprising graphitic carbon nitride.

Abstract: A communication system has a plurality of LEO satellites in a specified orbital plane and a plurality of trunk satellites in a medium earth orbit. Each LEO satellite acquires satellite-specific data and includes inter-satellite links with adjacent LEO satellites. Each trunk satellite includes inter-satellite links adjacent trunk satellites. One of the trunk satellites operates as a relay trunk satellite in position to maintain optical communication with a specified ground station on the Earth. Each LEO satellite has a limited field of regard to establish optical communication with any trunk satellite. A relay LEO satellite is configured to establish optical communication with a corresponding trunk satellite. The plurality of LEO satellites relay aggregated data to the relay LEO satellite. The relay LEO satellite relays the aggregated data to the corresponding trunk satellite. The relay trunk satellite relays the received aggregated data to the corresponding ground station.

Abstract: A cannula apparatus (100) and method are provided for selective fluid flow in removal and return directions. An outer sheath (102) has proximal (104) and distal (106) outer sheath ends spaced apart by a longitudinal outer sheath body (108) defining an outer sheath lumen (110). At least one fluid removal aperture (112) extends through the outer sheath body. The outer sheath includes a side access aperture (114). An introducer (1534) has proximal (1536) and distal (1538) introducer ends spaced apart by a longitudinal introducer body (1540), which at least partially defines a guidewire channel (1542) longitudinally therealong. The introducer is configured for insertion into the outer sheath lumen with the guidewire channel in fluid communication with the side access aperture. An inner tube (218) has proximal (220) and distal (222) inner tube ends.

Abstract: A semiconductor device including a substrate; first and second active patterns on the substrate, extending in a first direction and spaced apart in a second direction; gate electrodes on the first and second active patterns and extending in the second direction; a first gate separation structure between the first and second active patterns, extending in the first direction, and separating the gate electrodes; and a first element separation structure between the gate electrodes, extending in the second direction, and separating the second active pattern, wherein a distance to a first side of a first portion of the first gate separation structure is smaller than a distance to the first side of a second portion of the first gate separation structure, and a distance to the second side of the first portion is smaller than a distance from the second active pattern to the second side of the second portion.

Abstract: An electric operating device for a circuit breaker that includes a housing, a transmission mechanism is installed in the housing, and a side wall of the housing serves as an operation surface and is provided with a first sliding groove communicated with the interior of the housing; a sliding rod is installed in the housing; a driving member controlled by the transmission mechanism is installed on the sliding rod; the driving member is provided with a closing operation portion and an opening operation portion; the driving member passes through the first sliding groove and extends out of the housing; the driving member moves along the sliding rod under the control of the transmission mechanism; and the closing operation portion and the opening operation portion operate a handle of the circuit breaker to be closed and opened respectively.

Abstract: Systems and methods provide credentialing and privilege processing, management, control and exchanges of data for authorized users. A server accessible from clients over a data network can provide centralized credentialing forms, receive supplemental information in association with medical provider application, and authenticate and grant access to records and forms associated with the medical provider to hospitals and third party institutions authorized by the medical provider to access and provide records in support of the medical provider's application for privileges, and thereby access, to medical providing institutions. Artificial intelligence and distributed ledger interaction with the server enhances application processing and controlled access to data.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a solution composition having excellent acid corrosion resistance and adhesion to a steel sheet, a steel sheet surface-treated using the solution composition, and a method for manufacturing the steel sheet. Specifically, the present disclosure provides a solution composition for treating a surface of a steel sheet, the solution composition containing colloidal silica, alkoxy silane, a solvent, an acidity regulator, an acrylate-based monomer, an adhesion improver including a backbone formed of siloxane bonds, and a metal chelate curing agent, a steel sheet surface-treated using the solution composition, and a method for manufacturing the steel sheet.

Abstract: A wireless device comprises a radiating system that comprises: an antenna system, a ground plane, and a matching network. The antenna system comprises an antenna component including a first multi-section antenna component comprising two sections, each comprising a conductive element. The matching network connected to the antenna system for impedance matching to a first frequency range. The radiating system operates in a frequency range of operation including the first frequency range, the first frequency range comprising a first highest frequency and a first lowest frequency. The first antenna component has a maximum size larger than 1/30 times and smaller than ? times a free-space wavelength corresponding to the lowest frequency of operation. The conductive elements in the different sections of the first antenna component are spaced apart from each other.

Abstract: An image forming apparatus includes a main body housing, a drawer, a drum cartridge, an exposure device, developing cartridge, a transfer roller, and a fixing device. The drum cartridge includes a photosensitive drum and is attachable to and detachable from a first supporting position on the drawer. The developing cartridge is attachable to and detachable from a second supporting position on the drawer and includes a developing roller. The drawer includes a first guide. The drum cartridge includes a second guide. In a state where the drum cartridge is attached to the first supporting position on the drawer, the first guide of the drawer and the second guide of the drum cartridge form a developing cartridge guide configured to guide the developing cartridge toward the second supporting position on the drawer.

Abstract: A semiconductor device, a manufacturing method thereof, and a display panel are provided. The semiconductor device includes a first active component. The first active component includes a first semiconductor layer and a contact layer. The contact layer includes a first doped layer, a second semiconductor layer, and a second doped layer stacked from bottom to top, so that there are at least two PN junction interfaces inside to increase a light to dark current ratio of the semiconductor device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a macromolecule-based nanostructure, such as a DNA-based nanostructure, for encapsulating a virus or viral particle, to a composition comprising a virus or viral particle encapsulated by such a macromolecule-based nanostructure according to the present invention, and to a method for encapsulating a virus or viral particle by using such a macromolecule-based nanostructure

Abstract: Provided are a heterocyclic compound represented by Formula 1, an organic light-emitting device including the same, and an electronic apparatus including the organic light-emitting device. The detailed description of Formula 1 is the same as described in the present specification.

Abstract: An optically occlusive protective element for bonded structures, embodiments of which disclosed herein relate to directly bonded structures along a bond interface. Specifically, two elements, a semiconductor element and an occlusive element, may be directly bonded to one another without an intervening adhesive along a bonding interface. The semiconductor element includes active circuitry which, after bonding, is protected by the occlusive element. The occlusive element includes several optically occlusive layers which are arranged to inhibit an optical interrogation of the active circuitry. Such layers may further include occlusive strips which may or may not overlap with other occlusive strips from other occlusive layers when the occlusive layers are stacked vertically.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reliable method of prediction of lower respiratory tract infection or inflammation in humans, wherein the level of pancreatic stone protein/regenerating protein (PSP/reg) is determined in serum, and a high level is indicative of the development and the severity of the disease, allowing the classification of patients according to risk.

Abstract: Example implementations relate to storing manifest portions in a metadata cache. An example includes receiving, by a storage controller, a read request associated with a first data unit. In response to receiving the read request, the storage controller stores a manifest portion in a metadata cache, the stored manifest portion comprising a plurality of records, the plurality of records including a first record associated with the first data unit. The storage controller determines storage information of the first data unit using pointer information included in the first record of the stored manifest portion, and replaces the pointer information in the first record with the determined storage information of the first data unit.

Abstract: A self-propelled floor processing device with an evaluation unit, which is designed to navigate the floor processing device within an environment based on an area map and, during a movement, to determine a behavior parameter of the floor processing device and a movement path of the floor processing device. The evaluation unit is set up to analyze the behavior parameter and movement path, automatically determine a no-go area which the floor processing device must not traverse depending on the result of the analysis, and enter the determined no-go area in the area map or change a no-go area already entered in the area map.

Abstract: A method of generating a custom three-dimensional (3D) model of a patient bone from one or more 2D images is disclosed. The method includes obtaining a 2D image of a bone, optionally of a joint, and identifying a 3D bone template for a candidate or representative bone from a pre-aligned library of representative bones. The method further includes repositioning one or more views of the 3D model or 2D images (e.g., with respect to rotation angle or caudal angle). In an iterative process, another 3D bone model for another candidate bone can be identified based on the repositioning until an accuracy threshold is satisfied. When the accuracy threshold is satisfied, surface region(s) of the current 3D bone model can then be modified to generate the resulting 3D model for the patient bone. The process can then be repeated for other bone(s) associated with the joint of the patient.

Abstract: A computer system is provided for training a neural network that converts images. Input images are applied to the neural network and a difference in image values is determined between predicted image data and target image data. A Fast Fourier Transform is taken of the difference. The neural network is trained on based the L1 Norm of resulting frequency data.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a pump system including a pump, a gas relief valve coupled to the pump, a motor configured to turn the pump, and a sensor configured to measure a parameter of at least one of a fluid or the pump system. The gas relief valve includes an actuator and a rotary disk system, and the rotary disk system includes a stationary disk and a rotary disk. The actuator is rotationally coupled to the rotary disk, and in a first position, the gas relief valve directs a flow of a fluid into a production tubing and in a second position, the gas relief valve directs the flow of the fluid into an annulus of a wellbore.

Abstract: An electronic device includes first and second touch screen displays and a processor configured to: based on receiving a first touch input on the first touch screen display and a second touch input on the second touch screen display at substantially a same time while displaying a first execution screen in a single window on the first and second touch screen displays, determine whether the first and second touch inputs are a screen split gesture when the first and second touch inputs start within a first boundary area of the first touch screen display and a second boundary area of the second touch screen display, respectively, and are released after moving a distance at substantially the same time; and display the first execution screen in a first split window on the first touch screen display and display a second execution screen in a second split window on the second touch screen display based on the screen split gesture.

Abstract: A network element and a method for execution by such network element. The method comprises processing a plurality of information streams transiting the network element to identify a particular data stream as a suspected bearer of encrypted media, the particular data stream established between a first node and a second node. The method also comprises establishing a first control stream with the first node and a second control stream with the second node, wherein the first control stream is established using credentials associated with the second node. The method further comprises obtaining a cryptographic key sent by the first node over the first control stream and destined for the second node, sending the cryptographic key to the second node over the second control stream, obtaining encrypted media sent by the second node and destined for the first node and decrypting the encrypted media based on the cryptographic key.

Abstract: A method for page management in a memory system may include allocating a page of a mirror memory, copying a valid page from a block of device memory at a device to the page of the mirror memory, remapping the valid page from the block of device memory to the mirror memory, and modifying the block of device memory. The method may further include copying the valid page from the mirror memory to a free page at the device, and remapping the valid page from the mirror memory to the free page at the device. The remapping may be performed using a memory coherent interface. The method may further include deallocating a portion of the mirror memory associated with the valid page based on copying the valid page from the mirror memory.

Abstract: An anchoring device and method for collapsible sun shelter so that the sun shelter can be used on a variety of terrains, the reusable anchoring device consists of a large corkscrew or other anchoring type post, that can be turned or driven into the ground, the anchoring device top being configured so that it can securely hold a rope, the anchoring device holds a mostly flat geometric shape greater than 36 square inches, the mostly geometric shape having a sewn compartment, or casing, to enclose a rope around the outside edge, with one corner of the mostly flat geometric shape casing open so that the rope can attach to a pole holding up the sun shape, and the opposite corner's reinforced casing open to allow the rope to be pulled out to attach to an anchoring post with an anchoring post stake, a separate anchoring device may be used for each post when setting up the sunshade.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions for use in the treatment or prevention of pathogenic infections, rosacea, eczema and psoriasis in humans or animals. The compositions of the invention are also useful in the healing of wounds in a human or animal, and for killing or inactivating viruses on a surface.

Abstract: Compositions including plant-derived components, optionally administered with CBD, an amount of one or both of magnolol and honokiol effective to provide an antiangiogenic or anti-inflammatory effect that may be useful for reducing cortisol levels and treating a variety of ailments. Furthermore, methods of antiangiogenic or anti-inflammatory and reducing cortisol levels in a human. Plant-derived components of such compositions include magnolol and honokiol as extracts or compounds, or tinctures or solutions and may also include Ashwagandha and/or Magnolia Bark. The compositions may also include other therapeutic compounds such hydroxytyrosol (such as that in olive oil), phospholipids, and carotenoids. The present invention includes methods of treatment of various ailments including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (“PTSD”), stress, insomnia, and drug addiction. The methods may also be used to reduce body weight and/or enhance alertness and focus.

Abstract: An image signal processor includes a register and a disparity correction unit. The register stores disparity data obtained from a pattern image data that an image senor generates, and the image sensor includes a plurality of pixels, and each of the pixel includes at least a first photoelectric conversion element and a second photoelectric conversion element. The image sensor generates the pattern image data in response to a pattern image located at a first distance from the image sensor. The disparity correction unit corrects a disparity distortion of an image data based on the disparity data to generate a result image data, and the image senor generates the image data by capturing an object.

Abstract: An automatic storage and retrieval system includes: a delivery vehicle; a storage container carried by the delivery vehicle; and an unloading station for unloading an item from the storage container while it is being carried by the delivery vehicle. The unloading station includes: an unloading device; and a destination conveyor configured to convey the item to a target destination, wherein the unloading device is configured to move the item through a side opening of the storage container to the destination conveyor.

Abstract: Multiple portions of information for a product are hashed to produce unique hash values during a journey of the product from production to purchase by a consumer. The hash values and information are stored in a cryptographic cooperatively shared product data structure. The hash values are subsequently submitted as product or portions of product searches to the cryptographic cooperatively shared product data structures and results are obtained for products associated with the portions of the information. The results are provided to services to drive proactive actions with respect to the product or other products related to any of the portions of information.

Abstract: Linear drive with a gear housing extending along a longitudinal axis, in which a spindle is rotatably mounted with a worm wheel connected to it in a rotationally fixed manner, a spindle nut running on the spindle, which is adjustable on the spindle between a retracted position and an extended position and which acts on a lifting tube. The spindle nut is arranged in the retracted position guide tube and retracted in the region of a rear end of the guide tube, and thus the lifting tube is also retracted into the guide tube. The spindle nut is arranged at a front end of the guide tube in the extended position. An electric motor drives the screw, which extends along a transverse axis extending transversely to the longitudinal axis, wherein the electric motor is accommodated in a motor housing which is connected to the gear housing. Furthermore, a control system is arranged in a control housing.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a display device, which is provided using an inkjet apparatus that provides a liquid composition including a scatterer, includes performing j scanning stages to provide a first composition to i unit display areas among n unit display areas (j is a natural number equal to or greater than 2), and performing a first compensation-scanning stage to provide the first composition to first to (i?1)-th unit display areas among the n unit display areas. The i unit areas of the first head unit provide the first composition to the first unit display area to an i-th unit display area among the n unit display areas in a first scanning stage among the j scanning stages. The first head unit is shifted in the second direction by one unit display area in every scanning stage of the j scanning stages.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for saving power at an input buffer are described. An example apparatus includes an input buffer comprising an amplifier coupled to a pair of serially coupled inverters, and a de-emphasis circuit coupled to the input buffer in parallel with one of the pair of serially-coupled inverters. The de-emphasis circuit comprising a plurality of transistors coupled in parallel to a resistance. The example apparatus further includes an input buffer control circuit configured to selectively enable one of the plurality of transistors to adjust a gain across the one of the pair of inverters based on a latency setting.

Abstract: Highly adjustable, single piece buckles and buckle and strap assemblies for use as clothing belts and other purposes. The buckles comprise a chamber having a post that is used to hold the buckle and strap assembly in adjustment. The buckles and assemblies disclosed allow quick attachment, ease of cinching, and ease of removal. The design permits wearers to interchange belt straps, providing one buckle that can be matched to different colors and styles of belt straps.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for wireless communications that include RLM or BFD procedures. The apparatus measures one or more reference signals for an RLM procedure or a BFD procedure. The apparatus reduces a rate of the measuring the one or more reference signals for the RLM procedure or the BFD procedure based at least in part on at least one measurement of the one or more reference signals meeting a relaxation criteria.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a power battery and a battery module. The power battery includes: a case including an opening; a first cap assembly covering the opening and including a liquid injection hole, and an electrode assembly disposed in the case. An end of the electrode assembly extending out of a tab is disposed opposite to the first cap assembly.

Abstract: A semiconductor structure and a method for manufacturing same. The semiconductor structure includes a storage unit, which includes: a first dielectric layer and a metal bit line located therein; a semiconductor channel, located on the metal bit line; a word line, disposed surrounding part of the semiconductor channel; a second dielectric layer, located between the metal bit line and the word line, and on top of the word line; a first and a second lower electrode layers, stacked on the semiconductor channel, the first lower electrode layer contacting the top surface of the semiconductor channel; an upper electrode layer, located on top of the second lower electrode layer, and surrounding the first and the second lower electrode layers; and a capacitor dielectric layer, located between the upper electrode layer and the first lower electrode layer, and between the upper electrode layer and the second lower electrode layer.

Abstract: A method performed by a user equipment may comprise receiving first DCI of a first DCI format and receiving second DCI of a second DCI format which is different than the first DCI. The second DCI format may specify a variable number of TPC command bits and may include no less than 6 bits of TPC information. The second DCI format may be a variable length DCI format. A number of information bits of the second DCI may be less than or equal to a number of information bit of the first DCI. The second DCI may be scrambled with a SRS RNTI.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure provide for automatically generating labels for sensor data. For instance first sensor data for a first vehicle is identified. The first sensor data is defined in both a global coordinate system and a local coordinate system for the first vehicle. A second vehicle is identified based on a second location of the second vehicle within a threshold distance of the first vehicle within the first timeframe. The second vehicle is associated with second sensor data that is further associated with a label identifying a location of an object, and the location of the object is defined in a local coordinate system of the second vehicle. A conversion from the local coordinate system of the second vehicle to the local coordinate system of the first vehicle may be determined and used to transfer the label from the second sensor data to the first sensor data.

Abstract: A device has a housing and rotors rotatably coupled to the housing. Each rotor has a magnet on at least one side of the rotor. Printed circuit board (PCB) stators are located axially between the rotors and coupled to the housing. The PCB stators have layers, and each layer has coils. The number of rotors disks is equal to the number of stators plus one. The stators are interleaved with the rotors. A shaft is coupled to the rotors and the housing. The shaft has a hollow section coupled to a source of a liquid coolant through a rotary connector and to radial channels in the shaft that dispense a liquid coolant between the rotors and PCB stators. The shaft has flanges with different diameters configured to receive the rotors disks with respective matching bore diameters. In addition, the housing has a sump to collect the liquid coolant.