Abstract: A comprehensive system for potential risk identification and pollution prewarning of groundwater comprises a cable laying device, a monitoring cable, and an electromagnetic retrieving device which are located in groundwater between two adjacent wells, wherein the two adjacent wells comprise a first well and a second well, the second well is located at a lower water level of the first well and communicates with the first well, the electromagnetic retrieving device is located in the second well, a plurality of sensors are arranged on the monitoring cable, and one end of the monitoring cable is connected to the cable laying device. The cable laying device comprises a device body, an anchoring module arranged at a bottom of the device body, and an electromagnetic adsorption module arranged on the device body. The monitoring cable is connected to the cable laying device after passing through the anchoring module.

Abstract: A micro-environment controllable temperature and humidity system evaluates heat and humidity comfort level of textiles. The system includes a bed-shaped partitioned platform having one or more non-temperature and humidity-controllable sections and one or more temperature and humidity controllable sections. One or more temperature and humidity control machine is in communication with the one or more temperature and humidity control sections for supplying air with a pre-set temperature and humidity. A central controller electrically is connected to the one or more temperature and humidity control machines. The micro-environment controllable temperature and humidity system can perform partitioned control on the temperature and humidity in a micro-environment during sleep, and is used for studying the influence of the temperature and humidity on the comfort level of different regions of a subject.

Abstract: Improved multi-cell nanopore-based sequencing chips and methods can employ formation, characterization, calibration, and/or normalization techniques. For example, various methods may include one or more steps of performing physical checks of cell circuitry, forming and characterizing a lipid layer on the cells, performing a zero point calibration of the cells, forming and characterizing nanopores on the lipid layers of each cell, performing a sequencing operation to accumulate sequencing signals from the cells, normalizing those sequencing signals, and determining bases based on the normalized sequencing signals.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are devices, systems, and methods for controlling a translocation speed of a molecule through a nanopore. In some embodiments, a speed-control device comprises at least one fluid-retaining surface, a fluid region, a field-responsive fluid coupled to the fluid-retaining surface and situated in the fluid region. In some embodiments, a system comprises the nanopore, the speed-control device, and a field generator for generating a magnetic or electric field across the fluid region. The viscosity of the field-responsive fluid is dependent on a magnitude of the magnetic or electric field across the fluid region and can be controlled by changing a magnitude of the magnetic or electric field across the fluid region.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for simultaneously assaying cell adhesion or cell rolling for multiple cell specimens. One embodiment provides a system for assaying adhesion or cell rolling of multiple cell specimens that includes a confocal imaging system containing a parallel plate flow chamber, a pump in fluid communication with the parallel plate flow chamber via a flow chamber inlet line and a cell suspension in fluid communication with the parallel plate flow chamber via a flow chamber outlet line. The system also includes a laser scanning system in electronic communication with the confocal imaging system, and a computer in communication with the confocal imaging system and laser scanning system. In certain embodiments, the laser scanning system emits multiple electromagnetic wavelengths simultaneously it cause multiple fluorescent labels having different excitation wavelength maximums to fluoresce.

Abstract: The invention relates to biomarkers in children's skin, in particular in the skin of infants, the expression of which changes when the skin is dry. Such markers are particularly advantageous in that they allow the skin's response to dehydration to be monitored. The inventors have developed methods for evaluating the in vitro efficacy of formulations in preventing the effects of dehydration on children's skin, using a skin model specifically capable of reproducing the characteristics of children's skin.

Abstract: Herein is reported a method for the determination of the binding affinity of a binder and its ligand comprising the step of determining based on the result of an immunoassay the fraction of free binder in a sample comprising binder, ligand and binder-ligand-complexes for at least two different binder:ligand ratios in the sample, and if the determined fraction of free binder is not comparable for all used binder:ligand ratios then the binder:ligand ratio in the sample is lowered and the sample is re-analyzed by the same immunoassay, and calculating based on the fraction of free binder in the previous step the binding affinity for the binder to its ligand.

Abstract: Provided is a multivalent protein that targets interaction of SARS-CoV-2 spike receptor binding domain (RBD) with the human angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptor protein. The multivalent proteins may also be used to treat subjects having cancer and/or a disease and/or viral infection. Also presented is a multiplex lateral flow test strips for simultaneous detection of the virus and viral antibodies.

Abstract: The invention provides assay methods of detecting plasma protease CI inhibitor (C1-INH) that binds plasma kallikrein, Factor XII, or both, and uses thereof for identifying subjects at risk for or suffering from a pKal-me-diated or bradykinin-mediated disorder. Provided methods permit analysis of patients with plasma kallikrein-mediated angioedema (KMA), or other diseases mediated by pKal useful in the evaluation and treatment.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides synthetic antibodies specific for a disease-associated antigen, and methods of using the antibodies in disease therapy. The present disclosure further provides diagnostic assays involving detecting the presence and/or level in biological sample of an antibody specific for a disease-associated antigen.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the diagnosis or the prognosis of metastasis in prostate cancer which comprises determining if the c-MAF gene is amplified in a primary tumor sample. Likewise, the invention also relates to a method for the diagnosis or the prognosis of metastasis in prostate cancer, as well as to a method for determining the tendency to develop bone metastasis with respect to metastasis in other organs, which, comprise determining the c-MAF expression level. Finally, the invention relates to the use of a c-MAF inhibitor as therapeutic target for treating the prostate cancer.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a diagnostic and therapeutic method for assessing whether a patient is susceptible to the treatment of an ester-prodrug. The methods of the invention include the analysis of carboxyelesterase 2 (CES2)-expression in tumor samples as a predictive value for the assessment of treatment success with an ester-prodrug of a chemotherapeutic agent. Alternatively, the invention provides methods involving the analysis of the urinary ratio of the prodrug and the active therapeutic as another predictive value for assessing treatment susceptibility.

Abstract: We describe apparatuses, systems, method, reagents, and kits for conducting assays as well as process for their preparation. They are particularly well suited for conducting automated sampling, sample preparation, and analysis in a multi-well plate assay format. For example, they may be used for automated analysis of particulates in air and/or liquid samples derived therefrom in environmental monitoring.

Abstract: A marker for examining a diabetic complication comprising a compound represented by the following Formula (1), or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Methods of detecting ZNT8 antibodies in serum are described. The methods include proteoliposomes comprising a transmembrane domain (TMD) and a cytosolic domain (CTD) of ZnT8 proteins exposed on the exterior of the proteoliposome; serum comprising antibodies targeting the ZnT8 proteins; and labelled captured autoantibodies that bind to ZnT8 antibodies.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for determining post-transfusion survival or toxicity of red blood cells and the suitability of red blood cell units for transfusion by measuring the levels of one or more compounds in a red blood cell sample are provided.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cartridge device for a measuring system for measuring viscoelastic characteristics of a sample liquid, in particular a blood sample, comprising a cartridge body having at least one measurement cavity formed therein and having at least one probe element arranged in said at least one measurement cavity for performing a test on said sample liquid; and a cover being attachable on said cartridge body; wherein said cover covers at least partially said at least one measurement cavity and forms a retaining element for retaining said probe element in a predetermined position within said at least one measurement cavity. The invention is directed to a measurement system and a method for measuring viscoelastic characteristics of a sample liquid.

Abstract: A method for determining fatty acid level in case of acute or chronic medical conditions, and diagnosing medical conditions associated with increased fatty acid level in a biological sample containing albumin is provided. The method includes incubation of patient's sample and high surface area carbon-based electrode together in a holder. Due to attractive hydrophobic interaction between the albumin's surface fatty acids and the carbon-based material, the electrode self-extracts fatty acids from the albumin. The method eventually includes adsorption/accumulation with subsequent monolayer formation of extracted fatty acids over the carbon-based electrode. Accumulation of the fatty acid monolayer changes already existing electrode-electrolyte (sample) interfacial construct, which in turn changes also the interfacial states, such as electrical double layer capacitance.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides devices, systems, methods for processing and/or analyzing a biological sample. An analytic device for processing and/or analyzing a biological sample may comprise a moving carriage. The analytic device may be portable. The analytic device may receive instructions for performing an assay from a mobile electronic device external to a housing of the analytic device.

Abstract: Devices and methods for sampling, detecting and/or characterizing particles, for example, via collection, growth and analysis of viable biological particles such as microorganisms. Devices and methods of the invention include particle samplers and impactors including a sampling head comprising one or more intake apertures, a selectively removable cover, an impactor base connected to the sampling head, and one or more magnets fixed to the sampling head, the selectively removable cover and/or the impactor base. The one or more magnets allow for robotic manipulation of the impactor devices.

Abstract: Provided herein is a system and method designed for measuring and recording, in three-dimensional space, an attenuation of cosmic-ray induced muon particle flux through a material. The attenuation of the said muons determines density variations in the said material in terms of their density, depth, shape and size. The muon data may be combined with various other data types. The passing muons are detected and recorded by one or a plurality of muon detection apparatus designed to be robust and shock resistant. If needed, each individual muon detection apparatus may be controlled remotely or automatically. The muon detection system may be powered by an energy storage device that may be recharged using renewable energy, aggregate or electric grid. The invention comprises methods steps allowing density characterisation of the material in various dimensions, including those over time.

Abstract: An electronic device includes a substrate, a functional element disposed on a principal plane of the substrate, a lid body, the functional element being housed in a space covered by the lid body and the substrate, the lid body including a recess at a side opposed to the functional element, an outer surface at the opposite side of the recess, a first hole section including an inclined surface and a bottom surface on the outer surface, and a second hole section piercing through the lid body between the recess and the bottom surface and having an inner wall surface, a joining section of the inclined surface and the bottom surface in the first hole section being a curved surface, the lid body containing silicon, and a sealing member that seals the first hole section communicating with the space.

Abstract: A MEMS device includes a first MEMS sensor associated with a first spatial plane and a second MEMS sensor is associated with a spatial second plane not co-planar with the first spatial plane, wherein the first MEMS sensor is configured to provide a first interrupt and a first data in response to a physical perturbation, wherein the second MEMS sensor is configured to provide a second interrupt and second data in response to the physical perturbation, and a controller configured to receive the first interrupt at a first time and the second interrupt at a second time different from the first time, wherein the controller is configured to determine a latency between the first time and the second time, and wherein the controller is configured to determine motion data in response to the first data, to the second data, and to the latency.

Abstract: A sensor device that senses proper acceleration. The sensor device includes a substrate, a spacer layer supported over a first surface of the substrate, at least a first tapered cantilever beam element having a base and a tip, the base attached to the spacer layer, and which is supported over and spaced from the substrate by the spacer layer. The at least first tapered cantilever beam element tapers in width from the base portion to the tip portion. The at least first cantilever beam element further including at least a first layer comprised of a piezoelectric material, a pair of electrically conductive layers disposed on opposing surfaces of the first layer, and a mass supported at the tip portion of the at least first tapered cantilever beam element.

Abstract: A microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) accelerometer is provided, comprising a substrate disposed in a plane defined by a first axis and a second axis perpendicular to the first axis; a first proof mass and a second proof mass coupled to the substrate and configured to translate in opposite directions of each other along a third axis perpendicular to the first and second axes; and at least one lever coupling the first proof mass to the second proof mass, wherein, the MEMS accelerometer is configured to detect acceleration along the third axis via detection of translation of the first and second proof masses along the third axis; and the MEMS accelerometer exhibits symmetry about the first and second axes.

Abstract: A method of using an imaging system including a focal plane with one or more detectors, a lens optically coupled to the focal plane, a transparent plate optically coupled to the focal plane and lens, and an actuator coupled to the transparent plate, includes receiving, at a first area of the focal plane through the lens, light from an object at a first time. The imaging system is located in a first position relative to the object at the first time. The method also includes causing the actuator to move the transparent plate in response to movement of the imaging system relative to the object and receiving, at the first area of the focal plane through the lens, light from the object at a second time. The imaging system is located in a second position relative to the object at the second time.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to monitoring health of a system for sensing rotational frequency of a rotatable member. A plurality of magnetic speed probes, each of which is configured to sense the rotational frequency of the rotatable member, are arranged in transmissive proximity with one another. A transmitter-configured one of the plurality of magnetic speed probes includes a signal coupler that couples an electrical signal generated by a radio-frequency signal generator into the inductive coil of the transmitter-configured magnetic speed probe, thereby radiatively transmitting an electromagnetic signal. A speed-probe monitor electrically coupled to each of the plurality of magnetic speed probes determines, based on the coil current sensed by each of the plurality of magnetic speed probes in response to the electromagnetic signal radiatively transmitted, health of the system.

Abstract: A chronograph system with a frame, at least two sensors, an accelerometer, and a processor module. The frame is configured to removably couple to a barrel of a firearm. The sensors are attached to the frame and are configured to detect a projectile as the projectile passes each sensor. A first of the sensors may be separated from a second of the sensors by at least three inches. The accelerometer is attached to the frame and configured to track an orientation of the barrel. The processor module is communicatively coupled to the sensors and to the accelerometer and may be configured to receive timestamps from the sensors and the orientation of the barrel from the accelerometer, use the timestamps to determine a velocity of each projectile, and analyze the velocity data and the orientation of the barrel to aid a user in adjusting a scope of the firearm.

Abstract: A device capable of simultaneous independent motion measurement of multiple probes in an atomic force microscope includes at least two cantilever arms arranged in parallel. The end of each cantilever arm is provided with a needle tip. The surface of each cantilever arm is provided with a grating structure with a periodic distribution rule for reflecting laser irradiated on the grating structure and receiving the laser through reflected light detectors. The discrimination and motion measurement includes the steps of irradiating the measurement laser of different wavelengths on the back surfaces of multiple probes through the same light path at the same time, adopting the grating structures of different feature sizes as physical labels of the multiple probes and reflecting high-order reflected light of the laser of different wavelengths by the grating structures at different angles to separate the light path.

Abstract: Disclosed is a test device for testing an electric characteristic of an object to be tested. The test device includes a block comprising a probe hole, a probe supported in the probe hole and retractably configured to connect a first contact point and a second contact point, and a coaxial cable comprising an insulated sheath, a main core surrounded with the insulated sheath, and a probe contact portion exposed from the insulated sheath and extended from the main core so as to be in contact with the probe. An axis of the probe is spaced apart from an axis of the coaxial cable, and the probe contact portion is extended from the main core toward the axis of the probe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system comprising an electronic apparatus which comprises: —an electronic device comprising: —a gate electrode (G, BE); —a dielectric (D) arranged over the gate electrode (G, BE); and —a charge sensing structure (CE) with a 2-dimensional charge sensing layer to provide a gate capacitance (Cg) between the charge sensing structure (CE) and the gate electrode structure (G, BE) and a quantum capacitance (Cq) resulting in a total capacitance (Ctot); —a voltage detector to detect an output voltage (Vo) stored in the total capacitance (Ctot). The system further comprises means to apply a gate voltage (Vg) to the gate electrode structure (G, BE) selected to: —make the device operate around most sensitive point of fermi level of the charge sensing structure (CE); and —tune the quantum capacitance (Cq). The present invention also relates to an electronic apparatus adapted to allow the tuning of its quantum capacitance.

Abstract: A universal measurement input for connecting a small signal transformer to an electrical device includes an electrical input for connecting a connection line of the small signal transformer, an electrical output for outputting a measurement signal to the electrical device, and a correction element having a digital filter with a filter transfer function adapted to the small signal transformer. In order to provide a measurement input with which all possible types of small signal transformers can be connected to an electrical device and which thus reduces the device variety of measurement inputs which are to be provided, the filter transfer function of the correction element is defined by a parameter set to be variably preset specifically for the small signal transformer. An electrical device with the measurement input is also provided.

Abstract: Current sensor comprising: one pair, of identical electrical coils with superparamagnetic cores and surrounded by a common shielding braid; a direct current excitation means configured to make a direct current flow in at least one of the coils of the pair of coils and a means of adjusting an intensity of the direct current; a first alternating current excitation means configured to make an alternating current flow at a first frequency in the coils of the pair that the direct current flows through; a second alternating current excitation means configured to make an alternating current flow at a second frequency greater than the first frequency in the two coils of the pair of coils; a means of measuring an electromotive force of the Noel Effect® type at the terminals of the two coils of the pair.

Abstract: Current sensor packages are described including a leadframe configured to carry a current to be sensed and a current sensor that is electrically isolated from the leadframe. The current sensor is disposed adjacent to a first portion of the leadframe that includes a plurality of notches. An encapsulating material is configured to encapsulate the current sensor and at least a part of the first portion of the leadframe that is adjacent to the current sensor and includes the plurality of notches. The current sensor includes a substrate, a first magnetic field sensing element that is formed on the substrate, and a second magnetic field sensing element that is formed on the substrate. The first magnetic field sensing element and the second magnetic field sensing element are disposed on opposite sides of a central axis of the first portion of the leadframe.

Abstract: A current sensor has: a magneto-resistive effect element which is arranged near a current line, to which a signal magnetic field is applied, the signal magnetic field being is induced by a current that flows in the current line, and which generates a magneto-resistive change in accordance with a change of the signal magnetic field; cancelling magnetic field generating means that is provided near the magneto-resistive effect element and that generates a cancelling magnetic field that cancels the signal magnetic field; a first soft magnetic body that is provided between the magneto-resistive effect element and the current line; and a pair of second soft magnetic bodies that are provided on both sides of the magneto-resistive effect element with regard to a magnetization detecting direction of the magneto-resistive effect element.

Abstract: A magnetic sensor device includes a first detection circuit that generates a first detection signal, a coil through which a feedback current is passed to generate a cancellation magnetic field, a second detection circuit that generates a second detection signal having a correspondence with a value of the feedback current, and a control circuit that controls the feedback current. In a closed-loop operation, the control circuit controls the feedback current so that the first detection signal has a constant value. In an open-loop operation, the control circuit maintains the feedback current at a constant value.

Abstract: A magnetic field sensor element 1 includes a light emitter 10 emitting a first linearly polarized light, a first optical element 20 emitting a first linearly polarized wave and the second linearly polarized wave in response to a first linearly polarized light incident, and emitting a second linearly polarized light in response to a third linearly polarized wave and the a linearly polarized wave incident, at least one pair of magnetic field sensor elements 50 capable of disposing in a predetermined magnetic field across the measured conductor, having a light transmissive, changing the phase of transmitted light in accordance with the magnetic field, and fixing a relative position therebetween, an optical path 30 including a first optical path propagating the first linearly polarized wave and the fourth linearly polarized wave, and a second optical path propagating the second linearly polarized wave and the third linearly polarized wave, and connected to the first optical element and the magnetic field sensor e

Abstract: A voltage detection unit includes a voltage detection terminal including a first portion configured to be conductively connected to a detection target and a second portion, a housing having a plate shape and including a terminal accommodating concave configured to accommodate the voltage detection terminal, a cover configured to be engaged with the housing at a temporary locking position at which the cover does not cover the first portion of the voltage detection terminal accommodated in the terminal accommodating concave and at a final locking position at which the cover covers the first portion and an electric wire conductively connected to the voltage detection terminal at the second portion and configured to, when the voltage detection terminal is accommodated in the terminal accommodating concave, be drawn out from the housing.

Abstract: A current detecting circuit includes a first switching element, a second switching element, and a third switching element electrically coupled in series with the first switching element. An output side of the third switching element is electrically coupled to an output terminal. The current detecting circuit includes a current amplifier configured to detect a difference between a first output voltage of the first switching element and a second output voltage of the second switching element. The current amplifier outputs a relative current to be used for detecting an output current that flows out from the output terminal. A ratio of resistance associated with the first switching element to resistance associated with the second switching element is n:1.

Abstract: A method includes determining, by a controller, a presence of an available electrical energy quantity generated from an energy generation event; comparing, by the controller, the available electrical energy quantity to an available energy capacity of a battery storage system; and responsive to determining the available electrical energy quantity exceeds the available energy capacity of the battery storage system, causing, by the controller, a transmission of at least a portion of the available energy quantity to a heat management system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a current measuring resistor (1) for measuring an electrical current, in particular in the kA range, in a high-voltage network. The current measuring resistor (1) according to the invention comprises two connection parts (2, 3) for conducting the electrical current in and out and a resistance element (4) made of a low-impedance resistive material. The resistance element (4) is arranged between the two connection parts (2, 3) in the direction of current flow and is joined to the two connection parts (2, 3), such that the electrical current to be measured flows through the resistance element (4) during operation and produces a voltage drop across the resistance element (4). According to the invention, the connection parts (2, 3) and the resistance element (4) each have a substantially round cross section, in particular a substantially circular cross section, in a section plane perpendicular to the direction of current flow of the electrical current.

Abstract: Disclosed are techniques for using a sense amplifier for the voltage path having an adjustable gain and a current amplifier for the current path having an adjustable sample-hold interval for demodulation of in-band ASK data in power transmitting devices of a wireless charging system. The sample-hold interval may be adjusted as a function of the error rate of the demodulated data and used to sample the modulated current when the adjustable gain of the voltage path is not able to track the modulated voltage. The adjustable sample-hold may function as a variable reference of a comparator used to compare the sampled current to generate the sensed current. A controller may flexibly adjust the gain, adjust the sample-hold interval, and/or select the sensed voltage or the sensed current path for further filtering, demodulation, decoding, and processing depending on the error rate under various loading, coupling scenarios, and phases of power transfer.

Abstract: A method for monitoring power consumption of an appliance within a space is provided. The method includes obtaining a first set of data indicative of power consumption of the appliance during an interval of time and determining a profile indicative of power consumption of the appliance based, at least in part, on the first set of data. The method includes obtaining a second set of data indicative of power consumption of the appliance subsequent to obtaining the first set of data. The method includes determining whether power consumption of the appliance deviates from the profile based, at least in part, on the second set of data. Furthermore, in response to determining power consumption of the appliance deviates from the profile, the method includes providing a notification indicative of power consumption of the appliance deviating from the profile.

Abstract: A frequency debugging board includes a bottom plate; a variable capacitor and a plurality of first probes that are all disposed on the bottom plate, two ends of the variable capacitor being each connected to a first probe; and a plurality of second probes and at least one switch that are all disposed on the bottom plate, any two adjacent second probes being connected to each other through a switch.

Abstract: In one aspect the invention provides a sensing apparatus comprising a set of N capacitive sensors connected over a single physical channel provided by two terminals, the apparatus comprising: a sensing array having a first capacitive sensor and N?1 parallel capacitive sensors each connected in parallel with first capacitive sensor, each capacitive sensor having electrodes separated by a dielectric to provide a capacitance which is able to vary with deformation to provide sensing, the array having a set of N?1 resistances each being in series with a respective one of the N?1 parallel capacitive sensors; a solution module operable to determine the capacitance of each capacitive sensor by finding solutions for a vector function equating reactance measured at the two terminals to an analytical model for impedance and/or reactance of the circuit seen at the two terminals, wherein the analytical model comprises N capacitances, each connected in parallel with each other, and comprises N series resistances each conne

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and monitoring device, for monitoring N number of transformer bushings operating in substantially the same environment. N being any number more than 1. The method comprises estimating an absolute value for the capacitances of each of the bushings, the absolute values for the capacitances being denoted Cx, and estimating an absolute value for the loss factor or the power factor of each of the bushings, the absolute values for the loss factors or the power factors being denoted Fx. X is a number representing which bushing the value is associated to and X larger than 1. The method further comprises calculating ?-values for all C values and ?-values for all F values, according to: ?CX=CX?CX+1, for all values up to, and including, ?CN?1, ?CN=CN?C1, for ?CN, ?FX=FX?FX+1, for all values up to, and including, ?FN?1, ?FN=FN?F1, for ?FN, and determining whether the ?-values are within predefined ranges.

Abstract: A device for determining a measurand, includes a first pattern made from a first conductive material, the first pattern having a first impedance and having a first end and a second end spaced apart from the first end, a second pattern at least arranged between the first end and the second end of the first pattern, being in electrical contact with the first pattern. The second pattern has a second impedance that changes continuously as a function of the measurand, such that the impedance or the inductance of the assembly formed by the first and second patterns changes continuously as a function of the measurand. The device also comprises a means for determining the impedance or the inductance of the assembly, formed by the first and second patterns.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system for measuring a microwave dielectric property of a solid material under force. The system measures the microwave dielectric property of the solid material under a horizontal pressure. A shield case for microwave electromagnetic shielding is provided outside the system. The shield case includes a layer of pure aluminum and a layer of pyramids made of a microwave absorbing material. A manual hydraulic pump controls loading and unloading of a pressure loading device.

Abstract: An Electromagnetic Interference Pattern Recognition Tomography (EMIPRT) method for use in an image reconstruction system includes generating electromagnetic field data corresponding to an object in an imaging domain, via an electromagnetic tomography system, and using the generated electromagnetic field data, repeatedly, in recursive manner, forming an undisturbed electromagnetic interference image, forming a disturbed electromagnetic interference image based on the undisturbed electromagnetic interference image, recognizing electromagnetic interference patterns in the repeatedly formed disturbed electromagnetic interference images, and forming a superposition image by nullifying or diminishing the recognized electromagnetic interference patterns from the disturbed electromagnetic interference image.

Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to a testing apparatus for coupling with a device-under-test (DUT). The apparatus may include a base portion configured to couple to a testing platform, wherein the base portion is configured to rotate the DUT around a first axis. The apparatus may further include an arm portion configured to rotate the DUT around a second axis perpendicular to the first axis. The apparatus may further include a platform portion configured to couple to the DUT. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.