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a paper jam detector for a gaming machine . a paper jam detector is integrated with a gaming machine printer that produces cash - out paper vouchers , print - on - demand player tracking cards , or tickets . a paper jam detector may be entirely self - contained and include all of the mechanical , electrical , electronic , and software components used to detect a paper jam and communicate with a gaming machine or a host . a paper jam detector may also be distributed throughout a gaming machine printer , thereby utilizing various components of the gaming machine printer &# 39 ; s printing mechanism and control module . the paper jam detector detects paper jam conditions by monitoring the movement of the paper through the mechanical portions of the gaming machine printer and signals to the gaming machine printer , gaming machine , or host when a paper jam occurs . | 1 |
a method is provided for fabricating a transistor . the transistor includes a silicon layer including a source region and a drain region , a gate stack disposed on the silicon layer between the source region and the drain region , and a sidewall spacer disposed on sidewalls of the gate stack . the gate stack includes a first layer of high dielectric constant material , a second layer comprising a metal or metal alloy , and a third layer comprising silicon or polysilicon . the sidewall spacer includes a high dielectric constant material and covers the sidewalls of at least the second and third layers of the gate stack . also provided is a method for fabricating such a transistor . | 7 |
This is the code for a shiny app that takes the data from the WALIS sea-level proxies database. The code was prepared by Sebastian Garzòn under the supervision of Alessio Rovere. The interface shows the results of a jupzter notebook (running offline) that summarizes the data included in WALIS for display in the shiny app. The notebook is included in this repository: https://github.com/Alerovere/WALIS The app can be accessed at this link. https://warmcoasts.shinyapps.io/WALIS_Visualization/ This software is part of a project that has received funding from the European Research Council (ERC) under the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme (Grant agreement No. ERC-StG-802414). Sebastian Garzon was also funded by the Data Stewardship Scholarship, by PAGES (which in turn received support from the Swiss Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Sciences). | 9 |
We derive linearly polarized astrophysical component maps in the Northern Sky from the QUIJOTE-MFI data at 11 and 13 GHz in combination with the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe K and Ka bands (23 and 33 GHz) and all Planck polarized channels (30-353 GHz), using the parametric component separation method B-SeCRET. The addition of QUIJOTE-MFI data significantly improves the parameter estimation of the low-frequency foregrounds, especially the estimation of the synchrotron spectral index, β<SUB>s</SUB>. We present the first detailed β<SUB>s</SUB> map of the Northern Celestial Hemisphere at a smoothing scale of 2°. We find statistically significant spatial variability across the sky. We obtain an average value of -3.08 and a dispersion of 0.13, considering only pixels with reliable goodness of fit. The power-law model of the synchrotron emission provides a good fit to the data outside the Galactic plane but fails to track the complexity within this region. Moreover, when we assume a synchrotron model with uniform curvature, c<SUB>s</SUB>, we find a value of c<SUB>s</SUB> = -0.0797 ± 0.0012. However, there is insufficient statistical significance to determine which model is favoured, either the power law or the power law with uniform curvature. Furthermore, we estimate the thermal dust spectral parameters in polarization. Our cosmic microwave background, synchrotron, and thermal dust maps are highly correlated with the corresponding products of the PR4 Planck release, although some large-scale differences are observed in the synchrotron emission. Finally, we find that the β<SUB>s</SUB> estimation in the high signal-to-noise synchrotron emission areas is prior-independent, while, outside these regions, the prior governs the β<SUB>s</SUB> estimation. | 9 |
a navigation apparatus for optically analyzing an inner structure of an optical element and processing that element includes a detection device and a processing device . the detection device has an aperture smaller than 0 . 25 and the processing device is disposed relative to the analyzed inner structure of the optical element . an apparatus for planning therapy for a human eye includes a dynamic wavefront measurement device for acquiring wavefront data , a diagnostic device for determining geometric parameters of the optical apparatus of the eye , a controller for consistent superposition of the wavefront and geometric data , and an additional controller for planning the most efficient therapeutic laser cutting paths . | 0 |
a sensing element for use with a controller adapted to receive input signals corresponding to the sensing element , the sensing element comprising : a housing defining a conduit adapted to be in fluid communication with a fluid ; a pair of sensing arrays disposed within the conduit , the pair of sensing arrays being in a facing spaced relationship to define a gap disposed therebetween ; a plurality of sensors disposed on the pair of sensing arrays , the plurality of sensors being adapted to sense and provide signals corresponding to a plurality of parameters of the fluid ; a microprocessor adapted to receive the signals of the plurality of sensors , the microprocessor being adapted to determine at least one condition of the fluid upon receipt of the signals corresponding to the plurality of parameters of the fluid . | 5 |
an adjustable orthopedic device includes a holder configured to be worn on a wearer &# 39 ; s foot . the holder has an elastic cloth band sized to encircle the wearer &# 39 ; s foot at a location between the wearer &# 39 ; s toes and the wearer &# 39 ; s ankle . a platform is removably secured into a pocket formed in the holder . raised pads are provided for applying pressure to one or more bones of the wearer &# 39 ; s foot , the raised pads include an adhesive surface providing a removable adherence to the top surface of the platform and allowing the raised pads to be manually repositionable to any x and y coordinate on the platform . | 0 |
In this talk we present a novel framework that unifies the stunning success of MOND on galactic scales with the triumph of the LambdaCDM model on cosmological scales. This is achieved through the rich and well-studied physics of superfluidity. The dark matter and MOND components have a common origin, representing different phases of a single underlying substance. In galaxies, dark matter thermalizes and condenses to form a superfluid phase. The superfluid phonons couple to baryonic matter particles and mediate a MOND-like force. Our framework naturally distinguishes between galaxies (where MOND is successful) and galaxy clusters (where MOND is not): dark matter has a higher temperature in clusters, and hence is in a mixture of superfluid and normal phase. The rich and well-studied physics of superfluidity leads to a number of striking observational signatures, which we briefly discuss. Remarkably the critical temperature and equation of state of the dark matter superfluid are similar to those of known cold atom systems. Identifying a precise cold atom analogue would give important insights on the microphysical interactions underlying DM superfluidity. Tantalizingly, it might open the possibility of simulating the properties and dynamics of galaxies in laboratory experiments. | 9 |
the specification discloses a hand - held calculator of the type used by teachers in averaging grades . the calculator permits intermixed entry of letter grades and numeric grades in an averaging sequence . a weight table may be stored in the calculator for automatic nonlinear weighting of inputted grades in the averaging process . an excused absence key permits a data entry that will not affect the average of the other inputted grades . the calculator permits display in any one of a variety of modes , such as letter grade , percent , and total points . | 6 |
the object of the present invention is to provide a method for preparing a nano - sheet array structure of a group v - vi semiconductor , comprising : providing an electrolyte containing a hydrogen ion and disposing an auxiliary electrode and a working electrode in the electrolyte , wherein the working electrode comprises a group v - vi semiconductor bulk ; and applying a redox reaction bias to the auxiliary electrode and the working electrode to form a nano - sheet array structure on the bulk . | 7 |
an orthodontic appliance such as a bracket or buccal tube has an overall , low profile shape . the appliance includes a base having a thickness that is less in regions adjacent the archwire slot as compared to remaining regions . in certain embodiments , the base is provided with protrusions that extend into the archwire slot for controlling rotation of the associated tooth . the resulting low profile of the appliance enhances its aesthetic appearance and helps to avoid impingement of the appliance and the attached archwire on adjacent soft tissue in the oral cavity . | 0 |
for use in microelectronics applications , an improvement to an epoxy resin composition to reduce bleeding of the composition when it is applied to a silicon or metal substrate consists in the addition to the composition of a polyhydroxyl compound having two or three hydroxyl groups , or of a monohydroxyl compound that also contains one or more phenyl groups . the hydroxyl compound is present in the composition in a ratio by weight to the flexibilizing compound of from 1 : 3 to 1 : 10 . | 7 |
apparatus whereby data processing units exchange information with each other through a common memory without delay caused by limiting access to the memory to one data processing unit at a time . the invention includes a pair of random access memories ; a first logic circuit controlled by one of the data processing units and the address signals from both dpus ; first and second sets of gates controlled by the first logic circuit to allow one dpu access to one ram while the other dpu has access to the other ram ; and a second logic circuit to coordinate operation of the dpus so that each dpu has read / write access to one or the other of the rams at all times . in operation , one dpu has access to one ram while the other dpu has access to the other ram . at the appropriate time , as determined by the handshake logic circuitry , the dpu access is switched between rams . | 6 |
the device of the invention consists of a plurality of tubular cannulae , which prior to the surgery , are linked together at their distal ends by flexible elements , such as wires or threads . all the threads , the number of which is one less than the number of the used cannulae , are passed through one of the cannulae and the distal ends of the threads are either attached to the walls of other cannulae , at their distal ends , or pulled back through one of the cannula forming the loop at the distal end and fixed at the proximal end of the cannula . during surgery , the cannulae with their distal ends being linked are inserted into the patient &# 39 ; s body through an incision and then the cannulae are used for guiding various surgical tools . due to flexible linking of the cannulae at their distal ends , the cannulae can be easily manipulated without disconnection and without a need for use extraneous x - raying for reorientation of the cannulae . | 0 |
a sideloader liftgate system automatically extends a stabilizer leg when a liftgate is deployed , and automatically retracts the stabilizer leg when the liftgate is stored . adjustment of the liftgate and stabilizer leg is carried out in response to a single user command . the invention prevents a user from forgetting to extend the stabilizer leg for safely using the liftgate , and also prevents a user from forgetting to retract the stabilizer leg before towing the trailer . | 1 |
a sub bass , bass and low mid frequency loudspeaker incorporates multiple loudspeaker drivers arranged in a semi - circle configuration contained within an enclosure . the symmetric multi - horn invention enables all associated loudspeaker drivers to couple their energy in phase coherence and time alignment to form one coherent sound wave upon exit of the loudspeaker . low frequency sensitivity is greatly increased upon exit from the loudspeaker without creating resonance or transient decay . additional loudspeakers can be added to form a larger system that maintains phase coherence and time alignment over all the loudspeakers contained in the system . each additional loudspeaker added to the system increases low frequency sensitivity . | 7 |
a metal oxide doped cerium oxide has an excellent ultraviolet ray shielding effect and transparency and reduced catalytic activity . the doping mextal oxide is an oxide of a metal ion having larger ion radius than that of ce 4 + and / or lower valence metal ion than ce 4 + , such as ca 2 + , y 3 + , la 3 + , nd 3 + , eu 3 + , tb 3 + , sm 3 + , mg 2 + , sr 2 + , ba 2 + , ce 3 + . the metal oxide doped cerium is prepared by reacting aqueous solution of cerium salt , aqueous solution of metal ion having larger ion radius than that of ce 4 + and / or lower valence metal ion than ce 4 + and alkali at a temperature lower than 60 ° c . and at ph higher than 5 . an oxidizing agent may be present together with the alkali or added subsequently . resin compositions or cosmetic compositions blended with the metal oxide doped cerium oxide have improved ultraviolet shielding effect without spoiling transparency in the visible ray region . | 1 |
treatment of water - containing reservoirs with a cleaning composition including a water - dissipatable polyester polymer , the polyester polymer concentration in the reservoir being in an amount effective to capture heavy metal ions , thereby inhibiting staining . in a preferred embodiment , the polyester complexes a perfume , the perfume being released in dilute solution as in the reservoir , whereby a fragrance bloom is provided to the environment . | 8 |
a high strength non - magnetic stainless steel comprising , by weight ratio , less than 0 . 20 % c , less than 1 . 00 % si , 14 - 16 % mn , less than 0 . 005 % s , 0 . 2 - 1 . 0 % ni , 15 - 19 % cr , 0 . 30 - 0 . 40 % n , and fe and other impurity elements , of which c + n constitutes 0 . 40 - 0 . 55 % and the mn equivalent equals 30 - 33 . the stainless steel has a hardness more than hv 500 , a magnetic permeability less than 1 . 01 after drawing , the steel may be suitably used as the steel for the micro shafts of video tape recorders and electromagnetic valves . | 8 |
a method is provided . in this method , a clock signal and an input signal are received , where the input signal is a manchester encoded signal . a unit interval number is incremented for each ui received upon receipt of a valid ui . the ui number is compared to a plurality of threshold values after the each increment of the ui number , where each threshold value is associated with at least one of a plurality of sum values . for each threshold value , once exceeded by the ui number , its sum value is incremented for each cycle of the clock signal , and a plurality of window lengths are calculated , where each window is calculated based at least in part on at least one of the sum values at predetermined values of the ui number . | 7 |
a device for testing smoke detectors comprises a barrel , an end - piece coupled to one end of the barrel and which is capable of covering at least a sensing area of a smoke detector , and a device body coupled to the opposite end of the barrel and which is capable of carrying a pressurized dispensing container having a smoke - simulating substance . | 6 |
cube - shaped , ventilated , individual light modules housing a lamp or bulb having different predetermined characteristics are interchangeably mounted on an expandable clip surrounding an electrical socket , by sliding the module down on the clip and simultaneously establishing electrical contact between the bulb in the module and a power source and switch . the front of the module is faced with safety glass to protect the bulb and subject , and a space is provided between the module and protective safety glass which can be fitted with one or more , swing - away , wide angle adapter , diffuser , or dichroic lenses . | 5 |
a flexible mandrel for use in bending tubes and especially for producing tight bends in thin wall , high strength metal tubing . the mandrel comprises a series of ball members each of which is adapted to nest within the preceding ball of the series as the mandrel is flexed . the balls are free to rotate transversely and to slide longitudinally on a series of rigid link members which are flexibly interconnected . the balls and links are so constructed that as the mandrel is flexed , each ball pivots around a point located at or near the geometrical center of its outer curved surface . | 1 |
a method for implementing unified authentication for user logon , the method comprising the steps of : establishing an authentication server ; creating a user authentication account number in the authentication server ; storing user information which the user uses in a plurality of systems into the authentication server ; associating , in the authentication server , the created user authentication account number with the user information which the user uses in the plurality of systems ; and providing an authentication flag to the client of the user by the authentication server based on the association between the user authentication account number and the user information which the user uses in the plurality of systems established in the authentication server so that the user can log on the plurality of systems using the authentication flag . the present invention is applied to provide a unified mechanism of user logon authentication in integration and mergence of the service processes provided by a plurality of internet information systems or internet providers , and thus the user can access all authorized application systems or service providers with only one logon authentication . | 7 |
a radiopharmaceutical composition comprising a radiopharmaceutical agent and salicylic acid or a salt thereof is disclosed . also disclosed is a method of protecting a radiopharmaceutical agent comprising adding salicylic acid or a salt thereof to the radiopharmaceutical agent . the use of salicylic acid or a salt thereof as a radioprotecting agent provides for a high degree of protection against radiolysis while at the same time minimizing the impurities in the resulting radiopharmaceutical formulation . | 0 |
the present invention involves forming wiring sections on a substrate capable of uv - ray transmission , and fixing a component to be electrically connected to the wiring sections onto the substrate using a uv - curable acf . when doing so , fluidity in the uv - curable acf is produced by applying pressure to the component , and uv rays are directly projected from the surface of the substrate even onto the uv - curable acf areas shielded by the wiring sections . the uv - curable acf is made to be fluid by applying pressure to the component after increasing fluidity of the uv - curable acf by heating . | 7 |
a process for making a fabric to be used as reinforcing material in rubber products like automotive radiator hoses comprises : first warp - knitting a mesh textile fabric having a lengthwise extending main fabric body formed in an open mesh stitch pattern and lengthwise extending fabric selvedges respectively adjoining opposite side margins of the main fabric body for defining the lengthwise side edges of the fabric , each selvedge being formed with a sufficient width to naturally lay substantially flat in an open - width condition of the fabric against any tendency of the side margins of the main fabric body to induce curling of the selvedges ; applying a stiffening resin to the mesh textile fabric prior to passing the mesh textile fabric through a tenter frame for heat setting the mesh textile fabric ; and then passing the mesh textile fabric only once through a tenter frame for drying the resin and for heat setting the mesh textile fabric . the stiffening resin used is preferably melamine and the fabric is preferably passed through the tenter frame at speeds up to thirty to forty yards per minute . | 3 |
a manufacturing method of electronic packaging includes the steps of preparing a metallic plate having an array of cover portions , soldering the metallic plate to a circuit board having encapsulated areas corresponding to the cover portions and employing a cutting process to obtain multiple electronic packages . thus , the invention has the advantages of low cost and high efficiency | 8 |
this invention relates to containers that include at least one sub - container and to methods and / or systems for mixing first and second substances responsive to opening of the containers and the at least one sub - container that is included therein . the invention advantageously provides methods , systems , containers , sub - containers , seals and / or tethers that may be used in storing first and second substances in an unmixed state , until it is desired to mix the first and second substances just before utilization thereof . | 1 |
a bearing assembly including a bearing having an outer bearing ring and an inner bearing ring . the outer bearing ring is axially received in a bearing - receiving recess that includes a substantially cylindrical inner wall . an element that is radially flexible is located between at least one of the outer bearing ring and the inner wall of the recess , and the inner bearing ring and a rotatable member that is rotatably carried in the bearing assembly . the flexible element includes at least one annular element that is undulated in the radial direction , or is provided with projections . flexible elements can also be disposed against a side surface of the bearing ring for damping axial vibrations . | 5 |
this invention comprises a minimal elastance underwater breathing apparatusuba ) in which the elastance component of uba impedance is substantially eliminated by forcing the breathing bag to expand and contract in a horizontal plane with small vertical displacements and hence minimal elastance . the invention further includes a servo - mechanism operating with a microprocessor , 3 - axis position sensor and rotatable joints which act to keep the breathing bag oriented horizontally no matter what the diver &# 39 ; s position . the principles of the present invention may be adapted to existing uba with redesign and additions . | 0 |
an improved lens with rugate filter specifically designed to be worn in prescription and non - prescription glasses , contact lenses , intraocular lenses and sunglasses , and to provide protection against macular degeneration by reducing harmful visible blue light transmission and ocular photochemical damage . the lens at least includes a single lens layer with a rugate filter deposited thereon to selectively block visible blue light . other layers may be added including a polarizing layer , dielectric layer and / or color tint in a lens sandwich configuration , to additionally give a high degree of uva and uvb protection , color contrast , and glare reduction . the rugate filter is a stop band which yields an exceptional light transmission profile under all light conditions , thereby maximizing protection as well as clarity of vision . in the multi - layer embodiment , all of the lens layers provide comprehensive protection for preventing macular degeneration , cataracts and other ocular injuries , yet maintain a balanced light transmission profile for visual acuity . | 6 |
a method for the manufacture of lsi complementary mos field effect transistor circuits to increase the latch - up hardness of the n - channel and p - channel field effect transistors while retaining good transistor properties by incorporating a further epitaxial layer and highly doped implantation regions into a lower epitaxial layer from which the wells are generated by out - diffusion into the upper epitaxial layer . in addition to achieving optimum transistor properties , the reduced lateral diffusion provided enables a lower n + / p + spacing , and thus achieves a higher packing density with improved latch - up hardness . | 8 |
there is disclosed a dental articulator of the arcon type having a centric lock mechanism including a pin carried on the upper frame member and a cooperative hook arm which is pivotally mounted on the lower frame member and movable between pin engaging and detenting and pin releasing positions . the latch mechanism is spring biased to restrain the hook arm in the pin detenting position from which it can be released by pressure application to overcome the resilient bias of a compression spring loading on the mechanism . the latch mechanism is operative to lock the upper and lower frame members together when the frame members are in their closed or centric position and when the frame members are open , freely permitting rotational movement of the members between the open and closed positions while , nevertheless , retaining the frames interlocked . the articulator is also disclosed with a simple fossa guide structure allowing for a limited degree of freedom of movement without any adjustment capability and , in an alternative embodiment , with fossa guides permitting the independent adjustability of the angle of the eninentia , immediate and progressive side shifts and , optionally with an entirely adjustable fossa including adjustable top and / or rear fossa guides . | 0 |
Among supernovae (SNe) of different luminosities, many double-peaked light curves (LCs) have been observed, representing a broad morphological variety. In this work, we investigate which of these can be modelled by assuming a double-peaked distribution of their radioactive material, as originally proposed for SN2005bf. The inner zone corresponds to the regular explosive nucleosynthesis and extends outwards, according to the usual scenario of mixing. The outer <SUP>56</SUP>Ni-rich shell may be related to the effect of jet-like outflows that have interacted with more distant portions of the star before the arrival of the SN shock. As the outer layer is covered by matter that is optically less thick, its energy emerges earlier and generates a first peak of radiation. To investigate this scenario in more detail, we have applied our hydrodynamic code that follows the shock propagation through the progenitor star and takes into account the effect of the γ-ray photons produced by the decay of the radioactive isotopes. We present a simple parametric model for the <SUP>56</SUP>Ni abundance profile and explore the consequences on the LC of individually varying the quantities that define this distribution, setting our focus onto the stripped-envelope progenitors. In this first study, we are interested in the applicability of this model to SNe that have not been classified as superluminous, thus, we have selected our parameter space accordingly. Then, within the same mathematical prescription for the <SUP>56</SUP>Ni -profile, we revisited the modelling process for a series of objects: SN2005bf, PTF2011mnb, SN2019cad, and SN2008D. In some cases, a decrease in the gamma ray opacity is required to fit the late time observations. We also discuss the other cases in which this scenario might be likely to explain the LC morphology. A steep initial decline in the observed bolometric LC within less than few days after the explosion becomes less feasible for this model, because it requires a large abundance of <SUP>56</SUP>Ni near the stellar surface, indicating a strongly inverted distribution. An initial bolometric rise before the two peaks seems more favourable for the double-nickel case, particularly as it can be difficult to explain through other scenarios, unless a combination of power sources is invoked. | 9 |
methods and apparatus using time domain reflectometry to determine electrical properties of concrete for calculating physical and mechanical properties of the concrete that are indicative of concrete quality and durability . the dielectric constant of a concrete is determined to calculate the gravimetric water content of the concrete for use in finding the water - cement ratio of the concrete . electrical conductivity of curing concrete is determined to calculate compressive strength of the concrete for use in predicting strength development in the concrete . | 6 |
an apparatus is employed to determine hip joint laxity in canines . the apparatus , which is adjustable for the size of the canine , is placed between the thighs of a canine patient in ventral recumbency , the pelvic limbs are manipulated to compress or distract the coxofemoral joint and the compression or distraction is imaging by non - radiographic means . | 0 |
a holographic recording and reproducing apparatus preforms to record data on a recording medium and reproduce data from the recording medium . the recording medium is made of a photorefractive crystal having a parallel plate shape . the apparatus includes : a support portion for detachably supporting and rotating the recording medium ; a recording - reference - light - beam - supplying - portion for supplying a coherent recording reference light beam propagating along an optical axis to a major surface of the recording medium ; a signal - light - beam - supplying - portion for supplying a coherent signal light beam which is modulated in accordance with image data , in an optical path into the recording medium such that the signal light beam intersects with the reference light beam to produce an optical interference pattern with the reference and signal light beams within the recording medium ; a reproducing - reference - light - beam - supplying - portion for supplying into the recording medium a coherent reproducing reference light beam propagating in an opposite direction along the optical axis of the recording reference light beam to generate a phase conjugate wave from a refractive - index grating of the light interference pattern ; a splitting portion for splitting the phase conjugate wave from the optical path of the signal light beam to image a dot pattern with the phase conjugate wave ; a photo - detecting portion for detecting the dot pattern imaged with the phase conjugate wave to reproduce the image data . | 6 |
a topical preparation of danazol comprising a matrix base , danazol retained therein , and optionally a release - promoting agent is provided . the topical preparation is more effective than oral administration of danazol in the shrinkage of endometriosis tissue , the induction of pregnancy , and the like . it does not show any side effects that have been encountered in the oral administration of danazol . thus , the preparation is very useful remedy for endometriosis . | 8 |
a method for repairing a printed circuit board includes the step of generating fault data relating to the plots or layout of a printed circuit board from a circuit board testing device . the printed circuit board under test is positioned on a workstation . an image containing repair data based on the fault data is projected directly onto the printed circuit board and is overlaid in registration with the plot or layout of the printed circuit board to assist in operator repair . | 7 |
an improved triple wall corrugated paper board fold construction is formed by joining a single face web with a nonadhered band of the medium to a contiguous liner of another one of the single face webs , slitting and removing a portion of the nonadhered band along a narrow bending area , and removing the slit strip to leave a bending groove formed with one or more score lines in the material underlying the groove , as the board continuously moves along a path of travel . | 1 |
an integrated capacitive - type humidity sensor formed in a semiconductor chip integrating a sensing capacitor and a reference capacitor . each of the sensing and reference capacitors have at least a first electrode and at least a second electrode , the first and second electrodes of each of the sensing and reference capacitors being arranged at distance and mutually insulated . a hygroscopic layer extends on the sensing and reference capacitors and a conductive shielding region extends on the reference capacitor but not on the sensing capacitor . | 6 |
the present invention provides method and apparatus to continuously operate a bead mill . at the outlet of the bead mill is a separator screen which prevents particles of a certain size from being discharged . after running the bead mill , the screen tends to get clogged with large sized particles . the present invention provides an ultrasonic probe that periodically cleans the screen when the pressure within the milling chamber reaches a predetermined value . | 1 |
As one of the most energetic and brightest events, gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) have been used as a standard candle for cosmological probe. Based on the relevant features of GRBs light curves, a plateau phase followed a decay phase, we obtain X-ray samples of 31 GRBs and optical samples of 50 GRBs, which are thought to be caused by the same physical mechanism. We standardize GRBs using the two-dimension fundamental plane relation of the rest-frame luminosity of the plateau emission ($L_{b,z}$) and the end time of plateau ($T_{b,z}$) $L_{b,z}-T_{b,z}$, as well as the three-dimension fundamental plane correlation including the peak energy ($E_{p,i}$) $L_{b,z}-T_{b,z}-E_{p,i}$. For the cosmological probes, we consider the $\omega$CDM model in which the dark energy consists of one component, and mainly focus on the $X_1X_2$CDM model in which the dark energy is made up of two independent components. We obtain the constraints on the related parameters of the cosmological models using the type Ia supernovae (SNe Ia) data and selected X-ray and optical samples. For the $X_1X_2$CDM model, we find that the values of the equations of state parameters of two dark energies, $\omega_1$ and $\omega_2$, are very close. We also conduct the comparison between the models using the Bayesian information criterion, and find that the $\omega$CDM model is favoured. | 9 |
a dual circuit pilot master cylinder for a full power brake system provides a minimally sized package for installation in a vehicle cab interior . the master cylinder utilizes a side - by - side disposition of the primary and secondary cylinders and a brake pedal linkage to the pistons allowing flexibility in location of the device . | 1 |
a rock bit for a down - the - hole drill provides auxiliary flow paths for flushing the working face of the drill bit to facilitate the removal of cuttings and debris through peripheral troughs in the drill thereby significantly reducing the abrasive effect of the cuttings and debris on the bit body . the exhaust fluid is supplied to the working face of the drill bit through several delivery channels spaced equidistantly about the periphery of the drill head where a first set of delivery channels are disposed at acute angles to the central axis of the drill bit and a second set of delivery channels are interposed directly between the central bore of the drill bit and the working face . | 4 |
We report 6 yr monitoring of distant bright quasar CTS C30.10 (z = 0.90052) with the Southern African Large Telescope. We measured the rest-frame time lag of {562}<SUB>-68</SUB><SUP>+116</SUP> days between the continuum variations and the response of the Mg II emission line, using six different methods. This time delay, combined with other available measurements of Mg II line delay, mostly for lower-redshift sources, shows that the Mg II line reverberation implies a radius-luminosity relation very similar to the one based on a more frequently studied Hβ line. | 9 |
a remote control signal reproducing circuit for use in a remotely - controlled receiver which receives a modulated transmission signal subjected to a pulse modulation , reproduces an original remote control signal form the received modulated transmission signal , and judges the reproduced remote control signal for effecting predetermined control operations based on pulse counts obtained during three predetermined successive time intervals . a remote control signal is delivered if the pulse count obtained in the first time interval exceeds a first level . judgement of the remote control signal is stopped when the number of pulses counted during the second and third time intervals is below or above predetermined numbers respectively . the circuit functions to eliminate noise pulse . | 7 |
a method and apparatus are provided for a first controlled device , such as a wireless local transmitter that accepts a plurality of digital audio signals and corresponding program information signals converted from a controlled source , such as the encoded digital data provided by a digital data signal source , typically a community antenna television cable or direct broadcast satellite , then modulates said digital audio and corresponding program information signals on different carrier frequencies and transmits the modulated signals to a plurality of second controlled devices , such as remote digital receiver / tuners that demodulate said signals to output music in stereophonic sound and display the corresponding program information by means of an alphanumeric display . the first and second controlled devices contain microprocessor systems for communicating , controlling , storing , processing , and display of digital data within the operation of the respective system . a high speed , error free digital signal protocol is utilized for transmitting digital audio and corresponding program information signals to and from the digital receiver / tuner . the digital data transmitter and digital receiver / tuners utilize the 44 . 1 kilohertz compact disc clock signal embedded in digital audio signals provided by an established delivery system to derive clocking signals for reception and processing of digital audio signals and for implementing the display information communications protocol . | 6 |
We report on the masses, sizes, and orbits of the planets orbiting 22 Kepler stars. There are 49 planet candidates around these stars, including 42 detected through transits and 7 revealed by precise Doppler measurements of the host stars. Based on an analysis of the Kepler brightness measurements, along with high-resolution imaging and spectroscopy, Doppler spectroscopy, and (for 11 stars) asteroseismology, we establish low false-positive probabilities (FPPs) for all of the transiting planets (41 of 42 have an FPP under 1%), and we constrain their sizes and masses. Most of the transiting planets are smaller than three times the size of Earth. For 16 planets, the Doppler signal was securely detected, providing a direct measurement of the planet's mass. For the other 26 planets we provide either marginal mass measurements or upper limits to their masses and densities; in many cases we can rule out a rocky composition. We identify six planets with densities above 5 g cm<SUP>-3</SUP>, suggesting a mostly rocky interior for them. Indeed, the only planets that are compatible with a purely rocky composition are smaller than ~2 R <SUB>⊕</SUB>. Larger planets evidently contain a larger fraction of low-density material (H, He, and H<SUB>2</SUB>O). <P />Based in part on observations obtained at the W. M. Keck Observatory, which is operated by the University of California and the California Institute of Technology. | 9 |
the present invention integrates a wwtm circuit with the write driver circuitry , which is an inherent part of any conventional sram design . thus , a circuit for writing data into and weak write testing a memory cell is provided . in one embodiment , the circuit comprises a write driver that has an output for applying a write or a weak write output signal at the memory cell . the write driver has first and second selectable operating modes . in the first mode , the write driver is set to apply a weak write output signal from the output for performing a weak write test on the cell . in the second mode , the write driver is set to apply a normal write output signal that is sufficiently strong for writing a data value into the cell when it is healthy . | 6 |
an improved system and novel components and methods for treating waste waters contaminated with a variety of commercial , municipal , and / or industrial contaminants . a mixing vessel according to the invention comprises upper and lower mixing chambers connected by an intermediate tubular section and a fluid exit tube running coaxially down the center of the intermediate tubular portion . the fluid stream to be treated flows in a spiral pattern vertically through the vessel , providing turbulent flow . the flow stream may be subjected to electric or magnetic fields . in one embodiment , streams of the fluid to be treated and of an ionized coagulant are combined prior to entry into the vessel ; in another embodiment , the incoming flow stream is combined with the coagulants in the mixing vessel . the incoming flow may be split between annular passageways to improve mixing . magnetite particles may be generated in situ and added to the flow stream to further encourage coagulation in the presence of a magnetic field . after exiting the mixing chamber , the coagulated contaminants may be removed using a variety of filtration steps . | 1 |
methods for reducing the acidic gas content of effluent gas streams are disclosed . the methods generally involve reducing the acidic gas content of combustion gases passing through a duct by injecting hydrated lime or pulverized quicklime into the duct by use of a shrouded injector which reduces the incidence of occlusion of the injector . | 1 |
a method and composition for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy is disclosed . the composition comprises a cold compounded mixture of a compound that promotes synthesis of nerve growth factor , an aldose reductase inhibitor and an antioxidant formulated in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier . it has been found that this combination of active agents provides significant , effective relief of the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy , as well as at least partial recovery of lost neurological function in some cases . in view of the consensus in the art that effective combinations of various active agents have not been demonstrated to be effective for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy , the present invention provides a surprising and unexpected effect . in addition , the topical compositions of the present invention , when used in effective amounts to treat diabetic neuropathy , do not exhibit the severe side effects of many prior art compositions proposed for treatment of this ailment , in a second aspect , a method for the topical administration of a composition in accordance with the present invention for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy is disclosed . in the method , an effective amount of the composition of the invention is topically administered to the areas of the body that have been adversely affected by the diabetic neuropathy on a regular basis over a period of time sufficient to provide the beneficial effects of relief from the symptoms and at least some recover of the damaged nerve tissues . | 0 |
provided are a variable power optical system in which the value of the entire length with respect to the image height is reduced and the aberration is well corrected , and an image pickup device comprising the same . specifically provided is a variable power optical system comprising , in order from the object side , at least a first lens group having negative refractive power , a variable power group having positive refractive power , and a final lens group having positive refractive power , wherein the variable power group is provided with , in order from the object side , a first lens element having positive refractive power , a second lens element , and a third lens element , the second lens element has a convex shape on the object side , and the final lens group comprises a positive lens , the variable power optical system satisfying the following conditional expression : 10 ≦ vdlg ≦ 45 − 1 . 0 & lt ;/& lt ; 1 . 0 where vdlg is the abbe number of the positive lens of the final lens group with respect to the d line , r2a is the curvature radius of the object - side surface of the second lens element , and r2b is the curvature radius of the image - side surface of the third lens element . | 6 |
disclosed is a dual scan method of a display panel having m data lines and n scan lines . the present invention includes the steps of dividing the n scan lines into an upper half and a lower half ; and applying current to the scan lines of the upper half and the lower half respectively to scan , wherein the scan lines of the upper half and the scan lines of the lower half are sequentially scanned to be symmetrical to each other centering on a central axis of the display panel . | 6 |
a process cartridge is detachably mountable to a main assembly of an electrophotographic image forming apparatus . the cartridge includes an electrophotographic photosensitive drum , a drum unit supporting the drum , a developing unit supporting a developing roller and swingably coupled with the drum unit , drum and developing roller rotating force receiving portions first and second positionable portions positioned at first and second main assembly side positioning portion by contacting to the first main assembly side positioning portions by contacting by the urging force of first and second main assembly side urging members , a developing device spacing force receiving portion , first and second cartridge side rotation regulating portions for limiting rotation of the drum unit by abutting first and second main assembly side rotation regulating portions , when the drum and developing roller rotating force receiving portions receive the rotating forces or when the developing device spacing force receiving portion receives the urging force from the main assembly . | 6 |
the present invention relates to an apparatus for monitoring physical parameters in an oil and / or gas well , the apparatus being connectable to a wellhead of the oil and / or gas well . the apparatus comprises a flange assembly configured with a through bore and an end termination , in which through bore a sensor and associated electronics are arranged . the sensor , including a first electronic circuitry , is connected to a second electronic circuitry via transmission devices that are passed through a pressure - tight element arranged in the through bore . the invention also relates to a wellhead for use with an oil and / or gas well with a plurality of casings defining a plurality of annili . the wellhead is configured with a plurality of through - holes , each leading into a respective annulus of the well , and each through - hole is connected to an apparatus as mentioned above . | 4 |
a system and method for enabling audio comments to be used when writing and executing code , during design time and run time . a code writer is hereby enabled to simultaneously write code and compose voice comments . these comments , divided into help comments , test items and variable comments , are subsequently recorded , stored , analyzed , prescribed and displayed using text to speech and voice recognition software . it is therefore possible to define test cases , execute vocal follow up on changes , and listen to comments and variables values , while running a program | 6 |
the invention relates to a human resource management system which includes an objectives module or feature , a notes module or feature and an appraisal module of feature . the objectives module enables the periodic creation and storage of performance objectives for a plurality of employees . the notes module enables the periodic creation and storage of notes relating to the objectives . the notes are correlated with the objectives for view by the user . the appraisal module enables the periodic creation of performance appraisals for the employees . the appraisal module enables the user to selectively incorporate the objectives and selectively incorporate the notes correlated thereto into the appraisal . consequently , performance appraisals can be produced which encompass the periodic collection of information relating to specific performance objectives , thus facilitating the generation of a high quality appraisal . | 6 |
a toner filter arrangement adapted for use in a cleaning station of a xerographic reproduction machine whereby foreign matter and other contaminants are removed from residual toner prior to its collection in a disposable or re - use container or return to the developer station . the filter arrangement comprises a housing having an input opening through which removed toner enters and an output opening through which filtered toner exits by gravity fed . the housing includes a spiral brush mounted for rotation on a shaft centrally located within the housing and a stationary open mesh screen coaxially located with respect to the shaft . rotation of the brush operates to sift toner through the screen to the outlet of the filter housing . | 6 |
a method and apparatus for conveying a web utilizes magnetically coupled first and second rotatable elements . rotation of one of the rotatable elements causes the simultaneous synchronous rotation of the other rotatable element . both first and second rotatable elements include a magnetic core , a bonding layer at least partially surrounding the magnetic core , and a wear and abrasion resistant layer surrounding the bonding layer . | 1 |
The Interface Region Imaging Spectrograph routinely observes the Si IV resonance lines. When analyzing quiescent observations of these lines, it has typically been assumed that they form under optically thin conditions. This is likely valid for the quiescent Sun, but this assumption has also been applied to the more extreme flaring scenario. We used 36 electron-beam-driven radiation hydrodynamic solar flare simulations, computed using the RADYN code, to probe the validity of this assumption. Using these simulated atmospheres, we solved the radiation transfer equations to obtain the non-LTE, nonequilibrium populations, line profiles, and opacities for a model silicon atom, including charge exchange processes. This was achieved using the “minority species” version of RADYN. The inclusion of charge exchange resulted in a substantial fraction of Si IV at cooler temperatures than those predicted by ionization equilibrium. All simulations with an injected energy flux F> 5× {10}<SUP>10</SUP> erg cm<SUP>-2</SUP> s<SUP>-1</SUP> resulted in optical depth effects on the Si IV emission, with differences in both intensity and line shape compared to the optically thin calculation. Weaker flares (down to F ≈ 5 × 10<SUP>9</SUP> erg cm<SUP>-2</SUP> s<SUP>-1</SUP>) also resulted in Si IV emission forming under optically thick conditions, depending on the other beam parameters. When opacity was significant, the atmospheres generally had column masses in excess of 5 × 10<SUP>-6</SUP> g cm<SUP>-2</SUP> over the temperature range 40-100 kK, and the Si IV formation temperatures were between 30 and 60 kK. We urge caution when analyzing Si IV flare observations, or when computing synthetic emission without performing a full radiation transfer calculation. | 9 |
a method of interfacing a person with a computer , the method comprising : providing the person with a device having : a shaft having an axis ; a tsuba connected to the shaft and having a first side that extends away from the axis and faces the shaft ; and a handgrip on a second side of the tsuba opposite the first side ; acquiring an image of the device ; determining an orientation of the device responsive to the image ; and generating an action by the computer responsive to the orientation . | 0 |
The possibility that star-forming galaxies may leak ionizing photons is at the heart of many present-day studies that investigate the reionization of the Universe. We test this hypothesis on local blue compact dwarf galaxies of very high excitation. We assembled a sample of such galaxies by examining the spectra from data releases 7 and 10 of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey. We argue that reliable conclusions cannot be based on strong lines alone, and adopt a strategy that includes important weak lines such as [O i] and the high-excitation He ii and [Ar iv] lines. Our analysis is based on purely observational diagrams and on a comparison of photoionization models with well-chosen emission-line ratio diagrams. We show that spectral energy distributions from current stellar population synthesis models cannot account for all the observational constraints, which led us to mimick several scenarios that could explain the data. These include the additional presence of hard X-rays or of shocks. We find that only ionization-bounded models (or models with an escape fraction of ionizing photons lower than 10%) are able to simultaneously explain all the observational constraints. <P />Appendices are available in electronic form at <A href="http://www.aanda.org/10.1051/0004-6361/201425389/olm">http://www.aanda.org</A> | 9 |
the present invention is an automated aquaculture system which comprises : one or more culture tanks connected to a closed system of filters and ultraviolet or ozone sources for water purification prior to returning water to the culture tanks . also disclosed as part of the system are automated biofilters that automatically monitor water conditions in the system , and video cameras in the tanks that monitor growth and condition of the animals in the tank . this invention is also a process useful for culturing an aquatic species , using the disclosed systems . preferred species include shrimp , squid , marine fishes and fingerlings and marine mollusks . | 2 |
an improved athletic shoe for use in situations where cleats are required . the shoe is provided with a plurality of cleats coupled to the sole of the shoe . also coupled to the sole of the shoe and provided around the cleats is a resilient material such as rubber . the cleats and rubber are sized and configured so as to allow the resilient material to compress and extend the cleats relative to the material when pressure is applied to the sole . similarly , when weight is withdrawn from the sole , the resilient material biases the cleats into a retracted position , thereby allowing the shoe to move laterally or in any other direction relative to the ground . by allowing the shoe to move freely when weight is released , injuries otherwise associated with an athlete being struck while the cleats are engaged in the ground are substantially eliminated . | 0 |
an expansion valve for a refrigeration system , and in particular , for a reversible flow or heat pump application is provided in which the valve is electrically operated by a heat motor mounted to a valve body . the valve includes a valve stem operatively connected to the heat motor . the valve stem position , and consequently , valve operation , is controlled by heat motor operation . because of the reverse flow nature of the fluid flow in the system described , means for protecting the heat motor from fluid leakage is necessary , if the valve is to function properly . the valve of this invention includes bleed or drain means positioned to drain fluid from the heat motor , and seal means on the valve stem of the valve to reduce flow leakage along the stem . | 8 |
a system for earthquake retrofit of existing building structures uses a knee brace connected on one end to an existing stud and to an existing floor joist on the other end . an additional stud is provided for reinforcement to prevent the existing stud from failing . the capacity of all other components of the system exceed the capacity of the connections between the knee brace and the existing stud and existing floor joist , which connections act as a fuse in the event of an earthquake and fail first , thus preventing failure of other components and improving collapse capacity of the building structure . | 4 |
Soil-derived branched glycerol dialkyl glycerol tetraethers (brGDGTs) in marine river fan sediments have a potential use for determining changes in the mean annual temperature (MAT) and pH of the river watershed soils. Prior to their incorporation in marine sediments, the compounds are transported to the marine system by rivers. However, emerging evidence suggests that the brGDGTs in freshwater systems can be derived from both soil run-off and in situ production. The production of brGDGTs in the river system can complicate the interpretation of the brGDGT signal delivered to the marine system. Therefore, we studied the distribution of brGDGT lipids in suspended particulate matter (SPM) of the Yenisei River. Chromatographic improvements allowed quantification of the recently described hexamethylated brGDGT isomer, characterized by having two methyl groups at the 6/6‧ instead of the 5/5‧ positions, in an environmental dataset for the first time. This novel compound was the most abundant brGDGT in SPM from the Yenisei. Its fractional abundance correlated well with that of the 6-methyl isomer of the hexamethylated brGDGT that contains one cyclopentane moiety. The Yenisei River watershed is characterized by large differences in MAT (>11 °C) as it spans a large latitudinal range (46-73°N), which would be expected to be reflected in brGDGT distributions of its soils. However, the brGDGT distributions in its SPM show little variation. Furthermore, the reconstructed pH values are high compared to the watershed soil pH. We, therefore, hypothesize that the brGDGTs in the Yenisei River SPM are predominantly produced in situ and not primarily derived from erosion of soil. This accounts for the absence of a change in the temperature signal, as the river water temperature is more stable. Using a lake calibration, the reconstructed temperature values agree with the mean summer temperatures (MST) recorded. The brGDGTs delivered to the sea by the Yenisei River during this season are thus not soil-derived, possibly complicating the use of brGDGTs in marine sediments for palaeoclimate reconstructions. | 9 |
We present the first application of a `multiple-tracer' redshift-space distortion (RSD) analysis to an observational galaxy sample, using data from the Galaxy and Mass Assembly (GAMA) survey. Our data set is an r < 19.8 magnitude-limited sample of 178 579 galaxies covering the redshift interval z < 0.5 and area 180 deg<SUP>2</SUP>. We obtain improvements of 10-20 per cent in measurements of the gravitational growth rate compared to a single-tracer analysis, deriving from the correlated sample variance imprinted in the distributions of the overlapping galaxy populations. We present new expressions for the covariances between the auto-power and cross-power spectra of galaxy samples that are valid for a general survey selection function and weighting scheme. We find no evidence for a systematic dependence of the measured growth rate on the galaxy tracer used, justifying the RSD modelling assumptions, and validate our results using mock catalogues from N-body simulations. For multiple tracers selected by galaxy colour, we measure normalized growth rates in two independent redshift bins fσ<SUB>8</SUB>(z = 0.18) = 0.36 ± 0.09 and fσ<SUB>8</SUB>(z = 0.38) = 0.44 ± 0.06, in agreement with standard GR gravity and other galaxy surveys at similar redshifts. | 9 |
an inexpensive unmanned mobile sensor and data collection rolling rover for exploring remote , inaccessible locations , such as deep craters and canyons , includes a hollow enclosure having a flexible wall that is expandable into the shape of a sphere , an apparatus for selectably expanding the wall of the enclosure , a sensor and instrumentation payload disposed within the enclosure and coupled to an inner surface of the wall of the enclosure , and a power supply for powering the payload at its destination . the rollver is adapted to roll to a target destination at least partially in response to at least one of an initial impetus imparted to the vehicle and gravitational forces acting thereon , and due to its relatively low cost , can be simultaneously deployed and used in an area of interest in relatively large numbers . | 7 |
a novel means of arraying fluorous tagged probes is disclosed . the method involves fluorous - tagging probes and attaching the same to a substrate having a fluorous surface . target molecules are then identified and analyzed following attachment to the microarray . | 6 |
an indoor and outdoor cooling system that is provided with a one or more nozzles that are adapted to spray a fine water mist into the air . the cooling system also includes a fan and a dehumidifier . the dehumidifier is adapted to introduce dehumidified air into the area being cooled . the mixing of the dry dehumidified air with the water mist causes the water mist to evaporate which causes the removal of the vaporization heat from the surrounding air to lower the air temperature . | 5 |
Parametric equations of state (EoSs) provide an important tool for systematically studying EoS effects in neutron star merger simulations. In this work, we perform a numerical validation of the M*-framework for parametrically calculating finite-temperature EoS tables. The framework, introduced by Raithel et al., provides a model for generically extending any cold, β-equilibrium EoS to finite temperatures and arbitrary electron fractions. In this work, we perform numerical evolutions of a binary neutron star merger with the SFHo finite-temperature EoS, as well as with the M*-approximation of this same EoS, where the approximation uses the zero-temperature, β-equilibrium slice of SFHo and replaces the finite-temperature and composition-dependent parts with the M*-model. We find that the approximate version of the EoS is able to accurately recreate the temperature and thermal pressure profiles of the binary neutron star remnant, when compared to the results found using the full version of SFHo. We additionally find that the merger dynamics and gravitational wave signals agree well between both cases, with differences of $\lesssim 1\!-\!2\,{\textrm{per cent}}$ introduced into the post-merger gravitational wave peak frequencies by the approximations of the EoS. We conclude that the M*-framework can be reliably used to probe neutron star merger properties in numerical simulations. | 9 |
Version of Firedrake used in OT-mesh paper This release is specifically created to document the version of Firedrake used in a particular set of experiments. Please do not cite this as a general source for Firedrake or any of its dependencies. Instead, refer to http://www.firedrakeproject.org/publications.html | 9 |
droplet actuators and techniques for droplet - based assays are provided . a method of conducting an assay comprises : incubating a droplet in oil , the droplet comprising an umbelliferone substrate , a sample potentially comprising an enzyme which cleaves the umbelliferone substrate , and a zwitterionic surfactant ; and detecting a signal emitted from the droplet . | 1 |
an inner closure cap , adapted to be tightly fitted to an open end of a neck portion of a container and covered with an outer closure cap engageable with the outer periphery of the neck portion , includes a cap body having a pouring hole and an upper surface and a sealing member for hermetically closing the pouring hole . the upper surface and the sealing member are formed with respective rings having vertical sides , and the sealing member is adhered to the upper surface with the rings being fitted therebetween in adhesion . | 1 |
the present invention relates to lawsonia intracellularis vaccines and methods for protecting against and diagnosing l . intracellularis infection . the products and processes of the invention are attainable , in part , as the result of an improved method for cultivating large scale supplies of l . intracellularis , including both a novel isolate of l . intracellularis of european origin and a method of preparing a lyophilized product containing the attenuated european isolate as vaccine product . | 8 |
people detection can provide valuable metrics that can be used by businesses , such as retail stores . such information can be used to influence any number of business decisions such a employment hiring and product orders . the business value of this data hinges upon its accuracy . thus , a method according to the principles of the current invention outputs metrics regarding people in a video frame within a stream of video frames through use of an object classifier configured to detect people . the method further comprises automatically updating the object classifier using data in at least a subset of the video frames in the stream of video frames . | 6 |
a method for sensing the contents of a memory cell within a static random access memory includes holding a bit line associated with the memory cell at a zero voltage potential when the memory cell is not being accessed ; energizing the bit line to a first voltage potential different than the zero voltage potential during an access of the memory cell ; and sensing the memory cell contents when the associated bit line has reached the first voltage potential . | 6 |
a system stories digital media records and includes a search engine searching the stored digital media records . it receives search requests from users , logs the search requests , expands the search requests , applies a statistical clustering algorithm , thereby grouping similar search requests together , identifies , using a semantic net hierarchy , a lowest - level term in the hierarchy that subsumes all of the queries in a grouping of search requests , and communicates the identified term to a user . | 8 |
this invention describes remote management of end to end automated mobile application tests to be executed on the mobile devices that may be connected to network emulators or on live networks . further , this invention relates to mobile data applications that need to connect to the packet data network over the radio network , and associated automated test systems and methods . discloses is a method of having an end to end extraction of user actions , application behaviors , device state , and ip and radio layer messaging that can be centrally analyzed to understand the application impact on the network and device , as well as the application behavior for different network conditions . | 7 |
what is disclosed is a method for preparing a catalyst system and a catalyst system for polymerizing or copolymerizing an α - olefin . catalyst component is obtained by a process of reacting a magnesium complex containing acid salts of group ib - viiib elements formed by contacting a magnesium halide with an acid salt solution of group ib - viiib metals or spherical particles adducts , an internal electron donor of diester or diether or composite compounds , and a titanium compound . the catalyst compound is contacted with a silicon compound and an organoaluminium compound to complete the catalyst system providing a good balance of catalyst performance in terms of activity and stereo - specificity . | 2 |
a container with a corresponding bottle neck having a capsule inside of which a substance is placed that is to be released into the bottle contents . this invention avoids having to sterilize the contents again after the container has been aseptically filled , even though the substance in the capsule often does not endure these temperatures . thus , this invention provides a method with the following steps : a ) aseptic filling of the plastic bottle ; b ) welding a first membrane onto the container neck ; c ) placing the substance , which is to be released into the plastic bottle , on the first membrane that is already welded on ; d ) covering the substance , which is to be released , by a second membrane and welding the second membrane to the first membrane . lastly , a closure with a secured tamper - evident layer is placed over the capsule and onto the bottle neck . | 1 |
a novel intravaginal device usable as a mechanism for introducing medicaments into the vagina of a human female . the device can be used for maintaining in the vagina medicaments and the like that otherwise might leak out and increasing the area of contact between the medicaments and the vaginal mucosa . at the same time it provides a device for the absorption of excess fluids . | 0 |
the present invention is directed to an on / off switch for a flashlight having a reflector secured against axial motion . the reflector has a central opening . the flashlight includes a bulb with a base having an outer cylindrical electrical terminal . the bulb extends through the central opening of the reflector . the switch includes a bulb holder , with the bulb secured in and moving with the bulb holder . the switch also includes an electrical contact disposed in the flashlight so as to be adjacent and biased away from the cylindrical electrical terminal of the bulb . the switch also includes a ring rotatably disposed in the flashlight . the ring is mechanically linked to the bulb holder and includes an element disposed adjacent the electrical contact . rotation of the ring causes the bulb holder and thus the bulb to move axially relative to the reflector due to the mechanical link and simultaneously causes the element to force the electrical contact against the bias and into contact with the cylindrical electrical terminal of the bulb . | 5 |
a method and apparatus for monitoring the momentum of a meltspun jet thermal core used for making thermoplastic filaments is presented to aid in the uniformity of formation and elimination of waste in thermoplastic filament nonwoven web formation . the apparatus is easily and economically constructed and is relatively insensitive to positioning variations in the air stream of the filament formation apparatus . | 3 |
a system and method are described for analyzing a menu . in one embodiment , a mobile device can obtain a digital version of a restaurant menu . a list of food criteria can be stored on the mobile device and tailored to a particular user of the mobile device . the restaurant menu can then be filtered using the stored list of food criteria to display a reduced version of the restaurant menu with items that conflict with the food criteria removed . in another embodiment , the digital version of the menu can be translated . for example , a destination language can be based on a language setting in the mobile device . a source language can either be entered by the user , determined automatically by comparing words in the menu itself against dictionaries in different languages , or by using geographic location of the restaurant . | 6 |
We present a multi-frequency (144 MHz - 9 GHz) and multi-scale (5 pc - 50 kpc) investigation of the central radio galaxy in RBS 797, by means of JVLA, LOFAR (with international stations), e-Merlin, VLBA and EVN data. We investigate the morphological and spectral properties of the radio lobes, the jets, and the active core. We confirm the co-spatiality of the radio lobes with the four perpendicular X-ray cavities (see arXiv:2111.03679). The radiative ages of the E-W lobes ($31.4\pm6.6$ Myr) and of the N-S lobes ($32.1\pm9.9$ Myr) support a coeval origin of the perpendicular outbursts, that also have similar active phase duration ($\sim$12 Myr). For the inner N-S jets (on scales of $\leq10$ kpc), we (a) confirm the S-shaped jet morphology; (b) show the presence of two hotspots per jet with a similar spectral index; (c) estimate the age of the twisting jets to be less than $\sim8$ Myr. Based on these results, we determine that jet precession, with period $\sim$9 Myr, half-opening angle $\sim$24$^{\circ}$ and jet speed $\sim$0.01$c$, can explain the properties of the N-S jets. We also find that the synchrotron injection index has steepened from the large, older outbursts ($\Gamma\sim0.5$) to the younger S-shaped jets ($\Gamma\sim0.9$), possibly due to a transition from an FR I-like to an FR II-like activity. The VLBI data reveal a single, compact core at the heart of RBS 797, surrounded by extended radio emission whose orientation depends on the spatial scale sampled by the data. We explore several engine-based scenarios to explain these results. Piecing together the available evidence, we argue that RBS 797 likely hosts (or hosted) binary active SMBHs. This is still consistent with the detection of a single component in the VLBI data, since the predicted separation of the binary SMBHs ($\leq$0.6 pc) is an order of magnitude smaller than the resolution of the available radio data (5 pc). | 9 |
metallizing compositions useful for printing metal patterns on a glass substrate to make heaters . the compositions comprise silver particles coated with silver halide . they are especially useful for making demisters for auto windshields , since these compositions are more resistant to sulfur attack than are conventional compositions . also the resultant demisters on glass substrates . | 7 |
the present disclosure generally describes radio frequency particles and an rf powder - containing base including a plurality of such rf particles . the rf particles may include an antenna element and an integrated circuit element coupled together by at least one interconnection . the base may be formed from sheet - like subjects , such as various kinds of cards , bills , and documents . methods of forming the rf powder - containing base are also generally disclosed . | 7 |
Map Alphafold PAE values on a model | 9 |
We consider the long-term evolution of an inhomogeneous long-range interacting $N$-body system. Placing ourselves in the dynamically hot limit, i.e. neglecting collective effects, we derive a large deviation principle for the system's empirical angle-averaged distribution function. This result extends the classical ensemble-averaged kinetic theory given by the so-called inhomogeneous Landau equation, as it specifies the probability of typical and large dynamical fluctuations. We detail the main properties of the associated large deviation Hamiltonian, in particular how it complies with the system's conservation laws and possesses a gradient structure. | 9 |
a wearable lightweight fire fighter &# 39 ; s personal escape system and method includes a rope , having a distal and proximal end , organized in parallel segments disposed in an inner pouch . the inner pouch is entirely contained in an outer pouch that is appointed to be removably attached to a belt or harness , worn by a fire fighter . the proximal end of the rope exits through an opening in the inner pouch and outer pouch and is attached directly to a lightweight hook , or optionally enters a belay device . the hook has a sharp point for creating a purchase point on soft surfaces , a hook opening having sufficient diameter to surround radiators , steam pipe and the like , and capture rope that surrounds substantial objects . the hook has a central opening appointed for holding a firefighting tool to aid in creating a substantial object . the fire fighter escapes by creating a purchase point and repelling at a high speed or at a controlled speed by adjusting belay friction . | 0 |
a josephson pulse generator of the current injection type is composed of a first group of n resistors , one end of each being connected together , the other ends of two of the n resistors being connected to first and second nodes . a second group of serially connected n - 1 resistors is connected between the first and second nodes and to the other ends of the n - 2 resistors in the first group not connected to the first and second nodes . n josephson junctions are each connected between a reference potential and the other end of a different one of the n resistors . two additional josephson junctions , each having one end thereof connected , respectively , to the first node and the second node is provided along with an additional resistor connected between the other end of the josephson junction connected to the first node and the reference potential . | 8 |
as described herein vascular anchoring systems are used to position an implant in a vascular area such as a bifurcated vasculature with relatively high fluid flow , for instance , in an area of a pulmonary artery with associated left and right pulmonary arteries . implementations include an anchoring trunk member having a first anchoring trunk section and a second anchoring trunk section . further implementations include a first anchoring branch member extending from the anchoring trunk member . still further implementations include a second anchoring branch member extending from the anchoring trunk member . | 0 |
We present a comprehensive study of the changing-look active galactic nucleus (CL-AGN) Mrk 1018 based on the largest dataset of optical, UV, and X-ray spectro-photometric data ever assembled for this source. Our investigation comprises a detailed analysis of X-ray spectra, broad-band photometry, and optical-to-X-ray spectral energy distribution (SED) fitting, with the aim being to unravel the nature of the changing-look behavior observed in Mrk 1018 between 2005 and 2019. Based on the results of our analysis, we confirm that, in those 14 years, the X-rays from the source underwent a significant spectral variation, with the hardness ratio between the 0.5−2 keV band and the 2−10 keV band increasing from 0.2 ± 0.1 to 0.4 ± 0.1. We also validate the dramatic broad-band dimming, with the optical, UV, and X-ray luminosities decreasing by a factor of > 7, > 24, and ∼9, respectively. We find that the declining UV emission is driving these drops. By describing the X-ray spectra with a two-Comptonization model, with a hot (kT ∼ 100 keV) and a warm (kT < 1 keV) Comptonizing medium reprocessing the photons from the accretion disk, we reach the conclusion that, between 2005 and 2019, the properties of the hot medium remained the same, while the warm component cooled down from a temperature of ∼0.4 keV to ∼0.2 keV. This cooling can be explained by the weakening of the magnetic fields in the accretion disk and is also the source of the UV dimming. We propose that this decline is caused by the formation of a jet, itself originating from the change in the state of the inner accretion flow from a geometrically thin, optically thick structure to a geometrically thick, optically thin flow. Our optical-to-X-ray SED fitting seems to support this conclusion, as the estimated accretion rate normalized to the Eddington rate in the bright state (μ ∼ 0.06) is above the critical value μ = 0.02 for a stable radiative flow, while in the faint state we find μ ∼ 0.01 < 0.02, which is compatible with advective accretion. Instabilities arising at the interface of the state transition are then able to reduce the viscous timescale from ∼10<SUP>5</SUP> years to the observed ∼10 years of Mrk 1018 variability, reconciling all the observational properties of this CL-AGN into a complex but elegant physically motivated framework. Finally, we explored a possible mechanism triggering the state transition of the inner accretion flow. Our speculation is that gaseous clouds are pushed onto the innermost regions of the AGN by a galactic (dynamical friction) and/or an extragalactic process (wet merger, cold chaotic accretion). When one of these clouds passes by, it deposits material onto the accretion disk, causing the accretion flow to "puff up", establishing the state transition. If this scenario is confirmed by future numerical simulations, it will open a new branch of study to place CL-AGN into our current understanding of the feeding and feedback of AGN. We also think that our results can be applied to other CL-AGN as well, and speculate that an accretion rate of μ ∼ 0.02, coupled with minor "disturbances" in the accretion disk, could indeed be the primary factor prompting the complex changing-look phenomenon. | 9 |
a self - catheterization aid for use by male patients having impaired wrist , hand and finger movement due to traumatic spinal cord injury or neuromuscular diseases . the self - catheterization aid comprises a strip of flexible material having an arcuate semi - annular shape . the patient fits the device around his penis to form a circumferential tubular support platform that stabilizes the penis to allow for self - catheterization with either an indwelling catheter or an intermittent internal catheter . the device is easily manipulated by patients having impaired hand and wrist movement . | 0 |
ESMValTool: A community diagnostic and performance metrics tool for routine evaluation of Earth system models in CMIP. | 9 |
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