SOLAR ENERGY RECEIVER

Embodiments of the present invention may utilize one or more techniques, alone or in combination, to maximize a surface area of a receiver that is configured to convert light into another form of energy. One technique enhances collection efficiency by controlling a size, shape, and/or position of a cell relative to an expected illumination profile under various conditions. Another technique positions non-active elements (such as electrical contacts and/or interconnects) on surfaces likely to be shaded from incident light by other elements of the receiver. Another technique utilizes embodiments of interconnect structures occupying a small footprint. According to certain embodiments, the receiver may be cooled by exposure to a fluid such as water or air. 1. A solar energy receiver comprising:a support structure;a plurality of active photovoltaic (PV) devices disposed on the support structure, each PV device including an active receiver element and one or more non-active elements;wherein the plurality of PV devices are arranged such that active receiver element of a first PV device at least partially hides a non-active element of a second PV device from incident light.2. The solar energy receiver of wherein the second PV device is adjacent to the first PV device.3. The solar energy receiver of wherein the plurality of active PV devices comprise back contact PV cells.4. The solar energy receiver of wherein the back contact PV cells include at least one of: through silicon via (TSV) cells claim 3 , emitter cells claim 3 , or metallization wrap through cells.5. The solar energy receiver of wherein the plurality of active PV devices comprise front contact PV cells.6. The solar energy receiver of wherein:a busbar of a first front contact PV cell is in electrical communication with a back contact of a second front contact PV cell through an electrically conducting adhesive.7. The solar energy receiver of wherein the electrically conducting adhesive includes a solder.8. The ...

WebRTC API redirection with interception techniques

A computing system includes a server to execute a first portion of a real-time media application so as to integrate with other desktop applications and other operating system functionality, and to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that a second portion of the real-time media application is redirected. A client computing device communicates with the server, and executes the redirected second portion of the real-time media application. The redirected second portion of the real-time media application corresponds to real-time media processing and networking off-loaded from the server to the client computing device.

Detection and repainting of semi-transparent overlays

A computing system includes a video source to provide a video stream and a virtual desktop server. The virtual desktop server includes a media application to provide media streaming that includes the video stream and an overlay on the video stream. An accelerated content redirection module redirects a portion of the media streaming by providing a placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of the video stream within a media window, with the placeholder to include the overlay. Providing the placeholder includes providing a first color for an underlay of the placeholder at a first time, and providing a second color for the underlay of the placeholder at a second time. A geometry tracking module detects the placeholder and determines positioning geometry associated therewith, and determines a color and an alpha blending factor of the overlay based on calculations involving the first and second colors for the underlays of the placeholder.

Walk behind apparatus for operating working attachments

A walk behind powered apparatus for operating working attachments includes a ground engaging carriage with two endless tracks on opposite sides of the frame. A support frame attached to the carriage includes a pair of rearwardly and upwardly extending side plate members with upper end portions that pivotably support a boom and a controller. The boom is arcuately-shaped and has a working attachment at a forward end. The controller includes linkages which are connected to two drive units which enable independent operation of each endless track. The apparatus also includes at least one selectively positionable counterweight that may be moved relative to the vertical traverse plane passing through the center of gravity of the apparatus to increase the operational parameters of the apparatus.

Mutual capacitive touch sensing anomaly detection

Systems and methods for determining a likelihood of an occurrence of an anomaly in a sensor are described. A processor can receive a first measurement of a first capacitance change between a first port and a second port of a device connected to the sensor. The first measurement can be obtained in response to the first port being configured to perform a first function, and in response to the second port being configured to perform a second function. The processor can receive a second measurement of a second capacitance change between the first and second ports. The second measurement can be obtained in response to the first port being configured to perform the second function, and in response to the second port being configured to perform the first function. The processor can determine the likelihood of the occurrence of the anomaly based on the first and second measurements.

WebRTC API redirection with fallbacks

A virtual desktop server include an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received, and a processor coupled to the application framework and to the native RTC engine. The processor redirects original application program interfaces (APIs) of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is to be redirected. The processor receives from a client computing device capabilities of the client computing device to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application. The processor switches to a fallback mode if the client computing device has limited capabilities.

Pivoting panel for mechanical control disengagement

A small or mini loader is operated by a platform standing on the ground or other surface supporting the loader, and at the rear of the machine. Hydraulic control levers operate drives on opposite sides of the machine, and the control levers are pulled rearwardly from a stopped position to effect the rearward drive. A pivoting panel is mounted on the rear of the frame and has a wall portion that protrudes outwardly from the rear of the machine. When the lower end of the pivoting panel engages an obstruction or other item that provides a force tending to move the lower end of the panel forwardly relative to the frame, an actuator arm will move to cause control levers that are in a rearward drive position to be moved to the stopped position.

Method and apparatus for programming non-volatile, programmable, electrically erasable memory using a USB interface

Method and apparatus for programming non-volatile, programmable, electrically-erasable memory using a USB interface are presented. According to one aspect, a method for in-system programming of non-volatile, programmable, electrically erasable device memory using a USB interface includes the steps of: enumerating at least one device onto a USB bus with a first hardware configuration; encapsulating programming commands and program data into USB packets according to a custom protocol; sending the USB packets including the encapsulated programming commands and program data to the at least one device over the USB bus; and programming at least a portion of the device memory in response to receiving the programming commands and program data at the at least one device. At least partial functionality of the at least one device as defined by the first hardware configuration is maintained while the device memory is programmed.

Low profile lift arm for small skid steer loader

A small loader has a frame, and drive tracks on opposite sides of the frame. The drive tracks are mounted over drive sprockets and idler wheels to establish lengths of track at upper sides. The frame includes upright members at a rear portion for mounting a lift arm assembly made of two lift arms joined together. Each lift arm has a rear portion pivotally mounted on the upright portion of the frame and extending downwardly and forwardly to join side portions of the lift arms that are substantially parallel to the upper lengths of the respective tracks in a lowered position of the lift arm assembly. Actuators for pivoting the lift arm assembly are mounted on the frame, below the side portions and above the tracks, and extend generally parallel to both the side portions and the upper length of the tracks when the lift arm assembly is in a lowered position.

Solar energy receiver

Embodiments of the present invention may utilize one or more techniques, alone or in combination, to maximize a surface area of a receiver that is configured to convert light into another form of energy. One technique enhances collection efficiency by controlling a size, shape, and/or position of a cell relative to an expected illumination profile under various conditions. Another technique positions non-active elements (such as electrical contacts and/or interconnects) on surfaces likely to be shaded from incident light by other elements of the receiver. Another technique utilizes embodiments of interconnect structures occupying a small footprint. According to certain embodiments, the receiver may be cooled by exposure to a fluid such as water or air.

WebRTC API redirection with window monitoring/overlay detection

A computing system includes at least one video source, a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine, a geometry tracking module, and an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application. The injected redirection code defines a placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of a video stream within an RTC window. The geometry tracking module detects the placeholder within the injected redirection code. The client computing device includes a display composition module to receive the video stream and the positioning geometry of the placeholder, and to overlay the video stream over the placeholder within the displayed RTC window based on the positioning geometry.

Lift arm support and storage construction for small loader

A lift arm assembly for a small or “mini” loader is pivotally mounted onto a self propelled frame for movement between a raised and a lowered position. In the raised position, a support strut is provided that fits over an extended rod of the lift arm operating cylinder and will prevent the lift arm assembly from lowering. The support strut is stored in a front tubular cross member of the lift arm assembly. Additionally, the front cross member supports an upright strut that acts as a back stop for material in a bucket, by projecting upwardly beyond the bucket top so that if an object in the bucket tends to roll rearwardly, if the bucket is not leveled, it will be intercepted by the upwardly projecting portion of the back stop and deflected laterally.

WebRTC API redirection with alternative network connectivity steering

A computing system includes a server within an enterprise, with the includes at least one processor to access a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and intercept APIs of the real-time media application so that a portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from said server. The redirected portion of the real-time media application includes provisioning information directed to a media server. A client device is associated with a branch within the enterprise and includes a processor to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application, and receive alternative network connectivity options for the peer-to-peer networking from a network edge appliance associated with the branch within the enterprise. At least one media stream is established with the peer computing device via the network edge appliance based on the alternative network connectivity probing.

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH ALTERNATIVE NETWORK CONNECTIVITY STEERING

A computing system includes a server within an enterprise, with the includes at least one processor to access a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and intercept APIs of the real-time media application so that a portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from said server. The redirected portion of the real-time media application includes provisioning information directed to a media server. A client device is associated with a branch within the enterprise and includes a processor to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application, and receive alternative network connectivity options for the peer-to-peer networking from a network edge appliance associated with the branch within the enterprise. At least one media stream is established with the peer computing device via the network edge appliance based on the alternative network connectivity probing. 1. A computing system comprising: access a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and', 'intercept APIs of the real-time media application so that a portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from said server, with the redirected portion of the real-time media application including provisioning information directed to a media server; and, 'a server within an enterprise and comprising at least one processor configured to perform the following execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application,', 'receive alternative network connectivity options for the peer-to-peer networking from a network edge appliance associated with the branch within the enterprise, and', 'establish at least one media stream with the peer computing device via the network edge appliance based on the alternative network connectivity probing., 'a client device associated with a branch within the enterprise and comprising a processor configured to2. The computing ...

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH WINDOW MONITORING/OVERLAY DETECTION

A server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and a processor to redirect a portion of the real-time media application based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application, with the injected redirection code defining at least one placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of at least one video stream within an RTC window. The processor determines the positioning geometry of the at least one placeholder within the injected redirection code for a client device to overlay the at least one video stream over the at least one placeholder within a displayed RTC window based on the positioning geometry.

MULTI-DEVICE POWER CHARGER AND DATA COMMUNICATION DEVICE

An apparatus which provides the ability to charge or power multiple devices from multiple different power sources, and to communicate electronic data to and from one of the devices. The apparatus utilizes simple construction, requiring no active electronics, thereby reducing the cost of production and the reliability of the device. The apparatus employs a single USB connection cable with connectors on both ends and a second power-only cable and connector which is connected to the power wires of the USB cable and thereby is able to power a second portable device from a single USB port. USB master provide sufficient power for two average portable devices without additional circuitry. Moreover, restricting the data path to only one device also eliminates the need for USB hub circuitry. Finally, greater end user flexibility is provided by using a USB male connector as the source of the data and power connection, a USB female connector for the output of the data and power connection, and a standard ...

Watercraft stabilizer

A watercraft stabilizer assembly includes a frame comprising a plurality of frame members connected together and a plurality of floats received on the frame. At least one clamp secures the frame to a watercraft. The clamp comprises clamp members that are securable together such that the frame and a portion of the watercraft are held together between the clamp members.

INFLATED TUBULAR SOLAR CONCENTATORS

A solar collector utilizes an inflated tubular film which concentrates sunlight onto a solar receiver. The film incorporates refractive elements in a pattern which focuses light in one or two dimensions to create foci in the form of lines, spots, or other shapes. The film may be replaceable. The film may include layers of material to optimize optical, structural, thermal, and durability characteristics. 1. A solar concentrator comprising:a film configured to refract sunlight, wherein the film forms a tubular shape enclosing a cavity, wherein a first portion of the film includes a refractive region configured to direct the incident sunlight towards one or more focus regions within the cavity;an inflation gas at least partially filling the cavity, wherein the inflation gas is configured to maintain the tubular shape of the film; anda receiver configured to capture the energy in the sunlight refracted from the film, the receiver being located inside the cavity and at one of the one or more focus regions.2. The solar concentrator of wherein each focus region comprises one or more focal points.3. The solar concentrator of wherein the solar concentrator further comprises circuitry to convert the captured energy in the sunlight to electrical energy.4. The solar concentrator of wherein the solar concentrator further comprises a thermal energy receiver.5. The solar concentrator of wherein the refractive region comprises a plurality of prisms configured to refract the sunlight.6. The solar concentrator of wherein the plurality of prisms are arranged in two or more groups of prisms.7. The solar concentrator of wherein the two or more groups of prisms are arranged symmetrically within the refractive region.8. The solar concentrator of wherein each prism comprises one or more grooves claim 5 , each groove having a depth.9. The solar concentrator of wherein the refractive region is about 30% to 50% of a total surface area of the tubular shape.10. The solar concentrator of wherein ...

Device and method for engaging actuation based on rate of change of proximity input

Various exemplary embodiments are directed to methods including obtaining an input sample magnitude, filtering the obtained input sample magnitude, generating a sample-to-sample difference based on the filtered input sample magnitude, and engaging an actuator in accordance with a determination that the sample-to-sample difference satisfies a rate threshold. In addition, various exemplary embodiments are directed to devices including a processor, a control sensor operatively coupled to the processor and operable to obtain an input sample magnitude, an input filter operatively coupled to the processor and operable to filter the at least one obtained input magnitude sample, a non-transitory computer-readable medium operatively coupled to the processor and including a rate engine operable to generate a sample-to-sample difference based on the filtered input sample magnitude, and to generate a determination that the sample-to-sample difference satisfies a rate threshold, and a control actuator ...

INFLATED TUBULAR SOLAR CONCENTRATORS

A solar collector utilizes an inflated tubular film which concentrates sunlight onto a solar receiver. The film incorporates refractive elements in a pattern which focuses light in one or two dimensions to create foci in the form of lines, spots, or other shapes. The film may be replaceable. The film may include layers of material to optimize optical, structural, thermal, and durability characteristics. 1. A solar concentrator comprising:a film configured to refract sunlight, wherein the film forms a tubular shape enclosing a cavity, wherein a first portion of the film includes a refractive region configured to direct the incident sunlight towards one or more focus regions within the cavity;an inflation gas at least partially filling the cavity, wherein the inflation gas is configured to maintain the tubular shape of the film; anda receiver configured to capture the energy in the sunlight refracted from the film, the receiver being located inside the cavity and at one of the one or more focus regions.2. The solar concentrator of wherein each focus region comprises one or more focal points.3. The solar concentrator of wherein the solar concentrator further comprises circuitry to convert the captured energy in the sunlight to electrical energy.4. The solar concentrator of wherein the solar concentrator further comprises a thermal energy receiver.5. The solar concentrator of wherein the refractive region comprises a plurality of prisms configured to refract the sunlight.6. The solar concentrator of wherein the plurality of prisms are arranged in two or more groups of prisms.7. The solar concentrator of wherein the two or more groups of prisms are arranged symmetrically within the refractive region.8. The solar concentrator of wherein each prism comprises one or more grooves claim 5 , each groove having a depth.9. The solar concentrator of wherein the refractive region is about 30% to 50% of a total surface area of the tubular shape.10. The solar concentrator of wherein ...

SOLAR ENERGY RECEIVER

Embodiments of the present invention may utilize one or more techniques, alone or in combination, to maximize a surface area of a receiver that is configured to convert light into another form of energy. One technique enhances collection efficiency by controlling a size, shape, and/or position of a cell relative to an expected illumination profile under various conditions. Another technique positions non-active elements (such as electrical contacts and/or interconnects) on surfaces likely to be shaded from incident light by other elements of the receiver. Another technique utilizes embodiments of interconnect structures occupying a small footprint. According to certain embodiments, the receiver may be cooled by exposure to a fluid such as water or air. 1. A solar energy receiver comprising:a support structure;a plurality of active photovoltaic (PV) devices disposed on the support structure, each PV device including an active receiver element and one or more non-active elements, whereinthe plurality of PV devices are arranged such that active receiver element of a first PV device at least partially hides a non-active element of a second PV device from incident light.2. The solar energy receiver of claim 1 , whereinthe second PV device is adjacent to the first PV device.3. The solar energy receiver of claim 1 , whereinthe plurality of active PV devices comprise back contact PV cells.4. The solar energy receiver of claim 3 , whereinthe back contact PV cells include at least one of through silicon via (TSV) cells, emitter cells, or metallization wrap through cells.5. The solar energy receiver of claim 1 , whereinthe plurality of active PV devices comprise front contact PV cells.6. The solar energy receiver of claim 5 , whereina busbar of a first front contact PV cell is in electrical communication with a back contact of a second front contact PV cell through an electrically conducting adhesive.7. The solar energy receiver of claim 6 , whereinthe electrically conducting ...

Method and apparatus for securing a guitar strap

A guitar strap securing member has a head and a shaft extending from the head. The shaft is dimensioned to pass though a through-hole of a strap. The head is substantially larger than the through-hole. The strap securing member shaft secures the guitar strap to a receptacle on and supported by a guitar body by inserting the shaft of the guitar strap securing member through the through through-hole of the strap and into the receptacle. The head of the inserted guitar strap securing member, larger than the through-hole, and the shaft in the channel, secures the guitar strap.

Attachment for small skid steer loader

A loader has lift arms that are used for mounting a number of different attachments. The attachments can be mounted to the rear of the forward end of the lift arms in order to move the center of gravity of the attachment more directly over the loader frame. Various types of attachments can be used, as shown, and can be controlled to be pivoted for dumping or loading, and can be raised and lowered on the lift arms.

Systems, methods and computer program products for communicating amber alerts to a mobile workforce

Mobile workforce communication systems include a mobile workforce dispatch system that is configured to dispatch the mobile workforce to perform tasks, and wireless terminals that are carried by the mobile workforce and are configured to communicate with the mobile workforce dispatch system to allow the mobile workforce to respond to dispatches. The mobile workforce dispatch system is further configured to accept an AMBER alert notification and to broadcast a mobile workforce AMBER alert message that includes a description of an abductee and identification of a location of an abduction, to the wireless terminals, so that the mobile workforce can be apprised of an AMBER alert.

WebRTC API redirection with fallbacks

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine, and an API code redirection module. The API code redirection module redirects original APIs of the real-time media application so that a portion of the real-time media application is to be redirected. The client computing device includes a client RTC API engine reporting to the API code redirection module on capabilities of the client computing device to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application. The API code redirection module switches to a fallback mode if the client computing device has limited capabilities. In the fallback mode, original APIs are used so that the native RTC engine executes at least part of the portion of the real-time media application.

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH FALLBACKS

A virtual desktop server include an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received, and a processor coupled to the application framework and to the native RTC engine. The processor redirects original application program interfaces (APIs) of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is to be redirected. The processor receives from a client computing device capabilities of the client computing device to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application. The processor switches to a fallback mode if the client computing device has limited capabilities. 1. A virtual desktop server comprising:an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC);a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received; and redirect original application program interfaces (APIs) of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is to be redirected,', 'receive from a client computing device capabilities of the client computing device to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application, and', 'switch to a fallback mode if the client computing device has limited capabilities., 'a processor coupled to the application framework and to the native RTC engine and configured to perform the following2. The virtual desktop server according to wherein in the fallback mode claim 1 , at least part of the original APIs are used so that the native RTC engine executes at least part of the portion of the real-time media application.3. The virtual ...

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH INTELLIGENT NETWORK CONNECTIVITY STEERING

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine. An API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine to a client RTC engine in the client computing device. The portion of the real-time media application being redirected includes provisioning information directed to a remote media server. A network location service provides provisioning information directed to a nearby media server. The client RTC engine executes the redirected portion of the real-time media application, and selects the remote media server or the nearby media server based on network proximity to the client computing device. 1. A computing system comprising: an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine, and', 'an application programming interface (API) code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine, with the portion of the real-time media application being redirected including provisioning information directed to a remote media server;, 'a virtual desktop server comprisinga network location service to provide provisioning information directed to a nearby media server; and execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application,', 'select the remote media server or the nearby media ...

Surface Water Sport Monitoring System for Improving Driver Awareness

A monitoring system for use in a recreational watercraft operable to improve driver awareness of a surface rider engaged in a surface water sport supported by the watercraft. The surface rider may be towed by the watercraft or riding a wake provided by the vehicle. Sensors monitor the conditions of the surface rider and a processor analyzes the sensor data to generate feedback indicating status conditions to the driver. Multimodal feedback may be achieved using a plurality of feedback indicators having different modes of operation. 1. A surface-rider monitoring system operable to monitor a surface rider in waters astern of the bow of a motorized watercraft , the system comprising:a number of sensors disposed within a proximity to the hull of the watercraft, the number of sensors comprising a camera and at least one other sensor, the sensors being operable to monitor the waters astern of the bow of the watercraft during motion and to generate corresponding surface-rider data;a processor in data communication with the number of sensors, the processor operable to receive surface-rider data from the number of sensors and generate rider-status data indicating a status of a surface rider traversing the waters astern of the bow of the watercraft; anda plurality of feedback indicators in data communication with the processor, the plurality of feedback indicators operable to provide indication of the rider-status data, the plurality of feedback indicators comprising a display and at least one of a visual indicator, an audible indicator, or a haptic indicator.2. The surface-rider monitor system of claim 1 , the number of sensors comprising at least one of an optical sensor claim 1 , an infrared sensor claim 1 , an ultraviolet sensor claim 1 , a radar sensor claim 1 , a lidar sensor claim 1 , a laser sensor claim 1 , an ultrasound sensor claim 1 , a tension sensor claim 1 , or a load sensor.3. The surface-rider monitor system of claim 2 , wherein the number of sensors further ...

WebRTC API redirection with screen sharing

A computing system includes a first client computing device, and a virtual desktop server. The first client computing device displays a local client surface, and a virtual client surface provided by the virtual desktop server. The virtual desktop server provides a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for a native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected. The injected redirection code enumerates the local and virtual client surfaces. The first client computing device shares the local and virtual client surfaces with a second client computing device based on the intercepted APIs enumerating the local and virtual client surfaces.

CABIN CARGO COMPARTMENTS

A cargo compartment for use in a transport vehicle, the cargo compartment comprising a cargo compartment housing configured and adapted to comply with at least one regulatory requirement of the transport vehicle. The cargo compartment includes wheels attached to the cargo compartment housing. A cargo compartment system for use in a transport vehicle includes a cargo compartment. The cargo compartment includes a cargo compartment housing configured and adapted to comply with at least one regulatory requirement of the transport vehicle, and wheels attached to the cargo compartment housing. The cargo compartment system includes a seat track having at least one fastener. The cargo compartment housing is configured and adapted to couple to the seat track and be secured to the seat track via the at least one fastener. 1. A cargo compartment for use in a transport vehicle , the cargo compartment comprising:a cargo compartment housing configured and adapted to comply with at least one regulatory requirement of the transport vehicle; andwheels attached to the cargo compartment housing.2. The cargo compartment as recited in claim 1 , wherein the cargo compartment housing includes a flame resistant material claim 1 , wherein the flame resistant material is a flame resistant plastic material.3. The cargo compartment as recited in claim 1 , wherein the cargo compartment housing includes a fire suppression system claim 1 , wherein the fire suppression system includes at least one of a particulate detector or a spray system.4. The cargo compartment as recited in claim 1 , further comprising at least one cargo compartment door operatively connected to the cargo compartment housing configured and adapted to secure cargo within the cargo compartment housing.5. The cargo compartment as recited in claim 1 , wherein the cargo compartment housing includes at least one of a fire suppression system or a flame resistant material.6. A cargo compartment system for use in a transport vehicle ...

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH SCREEN SHARING

A computing system includes a first client computing device, and a virtual desktop server. The first client computing device displays a local client surface, and a virtual client surface provided by the virtual desktop server. The virtual desktop server provides a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for a native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected. The injected redirection code enumerates the local and virtual client surfaces. The first client computing device shares the local and virtual client surfaces with a second client computing device based on the intercepted APIs enumerating the local and virtual client surfaces. 1. A computing system comprising:a first client computing device to display a local client surface and a virtual client surface, with the local client surface and the virtual client surface to be shared with a second client computing device having peer-to-peer communications with the first client computing device; an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine, and', 'an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected, with the injected redirection code enumerating the local and virtual client surfaces; and, 'a virtual desktop server communicating with said first client computing device through a virtual channel to provide the virtual client surface, and comprisingsaid first client computing device ...

WebRTC API redirection with network connectivity steering

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine. An API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine to a client RTC engine in the client computing device. The client RTC engine executes the redirected portion of the real-time media application, and performs network connectivity probing to determine reachability to a peer computing device. A media stream is established with the peer computing device based on the network connectivity probing.

COLLABORATIVE VIDEO STITCHING

Methods and systems of creating a collaborative video for a recipient are disclosed. A video stitching server may receive a collaborative video request from a collaborative video application running on an initiator's mobile device. The video stitching server may store the collaborative video request in a folder that has an identifier. The identifier may be provided to potential contributors. The video stitching server may receive contributor video information—including contributor videos and the identifier—from contributors' collaborative video applications and may store the contributor videos in the folder based on the identifier. The video stitching server may then stitch together at least two videos stored in the folder to create a collaborative video and may deliver the collaborative video to the collaborative video application miming on a recipient's mobile device. 1. A method of creating a collaborative video for a recipient , comprising:receiving a collaborative video request at a video stitching server from a collaborative video application running on an initiator's mobile device, the collaborative video request comprising recipient information;storing, with the video stitching server, the collaborative video request in a folder, the folder having an identifier;providing the identifier to each of one or more potential contributors;receiving contributor video information at the video stitching server from the collaborative video application running on a mobile device of each of one or more contributors from among the one or more potential contributors, the contributor video information including a contributor video and the identifier;storing, with the video stitching server, the contributor video(s) in the folder based on the identifier;stitching together, with the video stitching server, at least two videos stored in the folder to create the collaborative video; anddelivering, with the video stitching server, the collaborative video to the collaborative ...

WebRTC API redirection with intelligent network connectivity steering

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine. An API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine to a client RTC engine in the client computing device. The portion of the real-time media application being redirected includes provisioning information directed to a remote media server. A network location service provides provisioning information directed to a nearby media server. The client RTC engine executes the redirected portion of the real-time media application, and selects the remote media server or the nearby media server based on network proximity to ...

WEBRTC API redirection with alternative network connectivity steering

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server is within an enterprise and includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine. An API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine to a client RTC engine in the client computing device. The portion of the real-time media application being redirected includes provisioning information directed to a media server. A network edge appliance associated with a branch within the enterprise provides alternative network connectivity options for the peer-to-peer networking.

METHOD OF ENHANCING IRRADIANCE PROFILE FROM SOLAR CONCENTRATOR

Embodiments of the present invention include structures and methods for enhancing illumination uniformity from solar concentrators. Certain embodiments may use features on a reflective layer to globally correct for deviation in reflective behavior from a desired shape. Local features such as facets on a reflective layer are formed such that the resulting illumination profile represents a superposition of multiple facets. Features may be formed on a back film to correct the reflectance of the back film. In some embodiments, features may be formed on a front film to correct a profile from refraction. In some embodiments the corrections are for line concentrators. Global and local correction techniques may be used together, and may be used on front film or reflective film(s) together or separately. Global and/or local correction may also be used in combination with other approaches, such as secondary optic receiver compensation.

Detection and repainting of semi-transparent overlays

A server includes at least one processor configured to execute a media application to provide media streaming that includes at least one video stream and at least one overlay on the at least one video stream. A portion of the media streaming is redirected by providing a placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of the at least one video stream within a media window, with the placeholder to include the at least one overlay. The processor detects the placeholder and determines positioning geometry associated therewith. A color and an alpha blending factor of the at least one overlay is determined based on calculations involving different colors of the at least one underlay at different times.

Cicletanine and PKC inhibitors in the treatment of pulmonary and cardiac disorders

Embodiments of the present invention are related to novel therapeutic drugs, drug combinations, and associated methods for treating or preventing pulmonary disease, including pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma and COPD, and heart failure, together with other pulmonary and cardiovascular diseases and their complications. More particularly, aspects of the present invention are related to the use of cicletanine and ruboxistaurin as monotherapies or in combination with other agents for treatment of disease. Cicletanine may be used as pure (+) or (−) enantiomers or as a racemic or non-racemic mixture of those enantiomers.

Steering and braking in-line skate or roller ski

A steerable wheeled device such as an in-line skate or roller ski has a hollow or dish-shaped wheel, a wheel bearing, and a wheel support connecting the wheel to a steering structure that extending substantially within the outer radius of the wheel, and steers as the user's weight is displaced. The device preferably has a side-mounted chassis, and oversize wheel positioned in front and in back of the user's foot. The chassis may contain a damping and centering force mechanism to moderate behavior of the steering or suspension. Brakes such as drum or disk brakes are connected to one or more wheels and preferably actuated, e.g., with a boot-actuated linkage, such that braking occurs upon the user adopting a specific posture. In a preferred construction, the stance shifts weight back and/or down so that deceleration does not occur until the user has assumed a stable stance.

WebRTC API redirection with window monitoring/overlay detection

A server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and a processor to redirect a portion of the real-time media application based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application, with the injected redirection code defining at least one placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of at least one video stream within an RTC window. The processor determines the positioning geometry of the at least one placeholder within the injected redirection code for a client device to overlay the at least one video stream over the at least one placeholder within a displayed RTC window based on the positioning geometry.

SOLAR ENERGY RECEIVER

One or more techniques, alone or in combination, maximize a surface area of a receiver that converts light into another form of energy. One technique enhances collection efficiency by controlling a size, shape, and/or position of a cell relative to an expected illumination profile under various conditions. Another technique positions non-active elements (such as electrical contacts and/or interconnects) on surfaces likely to be shaded from incident light by other elements of the receiver. Another technique utilizes embodiments of interconnect structures occupying a small footprint. The receiver may be cooled by exposure to a fluid such as water or air.

Pre-tensioned spring track tensioning system

A pretensioned spring track tensioning system provides a two stage loading of a tension roller on the interior of a vehicle drive track. The two stage loading first loads the track under a lower tension load for normal operation, but when the track is highly loaded, such as when digging, or when debris is forced between the track member and its drive sprocket or guide rollers, the compression of the lighter spring will be stopped mechanically and a second heavier compression spring will provide the tension loading. The additional spring tension under unusual conditions prevents detracking of the track and buckling of the track. A lighter tension load during normal operations reduces the loads on bearings, particularly in relation to a drive motor. The tensioning system has particular adaptability to “high” drive type tracks which have a drive sprocket elevated above the tension roller.

LOCAL AUTHENTICATION VIRTUAL AUTHORIZATION

A computer system is provided. The computer system includes a memory, a network interface, and at least one processor coupled to the memory and the network interface. The processor is configured to intercept a request transmitted by an application hosted within a virtual computing session, the request being a request to be authorized to access a resource; pass the request to a virtualization agent hosted outside the virtual computing session; receive a response to the request, the response including a credential granting authorization to access the resource; and pass the response to the application to authorize the application to access the resource through use of the credential. 1. A computer system comprising:a memory;a network interface; and intercept a request transmitted by an application hosted within a virtual computing session, the request being a request to be authorized to access a resource;', 'pass the request to a virtualization agent hosted outside the virtual computing session;', 'receive a response to the request, the response including a credential granting authorization to access the resource; and', 'pass the response to the application to authorize the application to access the resource through use of the credential., 'at least one processor coupled to the memory and the network interface and configured to'}2. The computer system of claim 1 , the request comprising a scope parameter specifying a scope of access requested for the resource.3. The computer system of claim 2 , the response comprising a token granting the scope of access to the resource.4. The computer system of claim 1 , further comprising the virtualization agent claim 1 , the virtualization agent being configured to pass the request to a browser hosted locally to the virtualization agent.5. The computer system of claim 4 , the virtualization agent being further configured to:receive the response; andpass the response to another virtualization agent hosted within the virtual computing ...

Inflated tubular solar concentrators

A solar collector utilizes an inflated tubular film which concentrates sunlight onto a solar receiver. The film incorporates refractive elements in a pattern which focuses light in one or two dimensions to create foci in the form of lines, spots, or other shapes. The film may be replaceable. The film may include layers of material to optimize optical, structural, thermal, and durability characteristics.

Hydraulic systems for small loader

A small self-propelled loader has hydraulic drive motors and at least one work cylinder, and has a hydraulic system that efficiently utilizes the available horse power from an internal combustion engine on the loader. The engine drives a tandem pump and the flows from two sections of the tandem pump pass through a first diverter valve that permits using the flow from each of the pump sections to drive a respective one of the drive motors. The return or drain flow from valves controlling the drive motors is connected to a second diverter valve to selectively direct the drain flow from the drive motors for operating remote work cylinders. Alternately, the first diverter valve directs the output from one pump section to the work cylinders, so that when the loader is standing still or moving very slowly, the work cylinder has adequate flow, and flow from the other pump section is split to power the drive motors. The motors and work cylinders are connected to separate relief valves so that a ...

WebRTC API redirection with network connectivity steering fallback

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine. An API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine to a client RTC engine in the client computing device. The client RTC engine executes the redirected portion of the real-time media application, performs network connectivity probing to determine reachability to a peer computing device, and performs fallback network connectivity probing via the virtual desktop server to determine reachability to the peer computing device.

WebRTC API redirection with interception techniques

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine, and an API code redirection module. The API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected. The client computing device includes a client RTC API engine communicating with the API code redirection module through a virtual channel to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application.

Systems and methods for modal testing of turbine blades

Systems and methods for modal testing of blades. A method for modal testing of a blade comprises providing a generally spherical fixture for retaining the blade in a fixed-free configuration. The method includes using an excitation device for exciting the blade while the blade is retained within a blade retaining portion of the fixture. The method comprises using a measurement device to measure a response of the blade to the excitation. The fixture includes an attachment portion configured for the securement of the excitation device to the fixture.

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH INTERCEPTION TECHNIQUES

A computing system includes a server to execute a first portion of a real-time media application so as to integrate with other desktop applications and other operating system functionality, and to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that a second portion of the real-time media application is redirected. A client computing device communicates with the server, and executes the redirected second portion of the real-time media application. The redirected second portion of the real-time media application corresponds to real-time media processing and networking off-loaded from the server to the client computing device. 1. A computing system comprising: execute a first portion of a real-time media application so as to integrate with other desktop applications and other operating system functionality, and', 'redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that a second portion of the real-time media application is redirected; and, 'a server configured to perform the followinga client computing device communicating with said server, and configured to execute the redirected second portion of the real-time media application, with the redirected second portion of the real-time media application corresponding to real-time media processing and networking off-loaded from the server to said client computing device.2. The computing system according to wherein said virtual desktop server further comprises a browser including at least one of hooks and plug-ins configured to perform the following:intercept the APIs of the real-time media application based on at least one of the hooks and plug-ins; andinject the redirection code into the real-time media application based on the intercepted APIs.3. The computing system according to further comprising a proxy server configured to perform the following: ...

AUTOMATED SYSTEMS FOR COMPOSITE PART FABRICATION

A controller of an additive manufacturing system including an extruder nozzle is programmed to: cause the extruder nozzle to deposit one or more first material segments with at least one first locking portion having a first shape; and cause the extruder nozzle to deposit one or more second material segments with at least one second locking portion having a second shape; wherein the second shape of the at least one second locking portion engages with the first shape of the at least one first locking portion, whereby the at least one second locking portion forms an interlock with the at least one first locking portion. 120-. (canceled)21. A non-transitory computer-readable medium associated with an additive manufacturing system comprising an extruder nozzle usable to deliver an at least partially liquefied material at controlled locations , the computer-readable medium encoding instructions operable to cause a controller of the additive manufacturing system to perform operations comprising:causing the extruder nozzle to deposit one or more first material segments with at least one first locking portion having a first shape; andcausing the extruder nozzle to deposit one or more second material segments with at least one second locking portion having a second shape;wherein the second shape of the at least one second locking portion engages with the first shape of the at least one first locking portion, whereby the at least one second locking portion forms an interlock with the at least one first locking portion.22. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 21 , wherein causing the extruder nozzle to deposit the one or more first material segments comprises causing the extruder nozzle to deposit two first material segments in a first layer to form the first shape claim 21 , which is defined by a gap between the two first material segments in the first layer claim 21 , and wherein causing the extruder nozzle to deposit the one or more second material segments ...

PORTABLE ALLERGEN DETECTION SYSTEM

The present invention provides systems, devices and methods for detecting the presence and/or absence of one or more allergens in a sample particularly a food sample. The detection system includes a separate sample pickup, one or more disposables for receiving and processing a test sample and a detection device that can execute an allergen detection testing in minutes. The present detection system and device is compact and portable. 1. A portable allergen detection system comprising:a cup body;a cup lid assembly having a plurality of reaction chambers, at least one port opening into the cup body, and a flow tube with a distal end extending into the cup body;a sampler; anda housing, having a detection device.2. The portable allergen detection system in claim 1 , wherein the at least one port further comprises a food corer port and a rotor port; the food corer port for receiving the sample and the rotor port for receiving a rotor.3. The portable allergen detection system in claim 1 , wherein the cup body is in fluid communication with the detection device.4. The portable allergen detection system in claim 2 , wherein the flow tube is in fluid communication with and between the cup body and the detection device.5. The portable allergen detection system in claim 4 , wherein the flow tube is connected distally to a filter assembly claim 4 , which is in fluid communication with the detection device.6. The portable allergen detection system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one port includes three ports; the three ports comprising a rotor port claim 1 , a food corer port claim 1 , and a test cup port.7. The portable allergen detection system of further comprising a flow controlling component claim 6 , and wherein the test cup port connects the cup body to the flow controlling component.8. The portable allergen detection system of claim 7 , wherein the flow controlling component is within the detection device claim 7 , and wherein the flow controlling component is capable ...

Toilet Bowl Deodorizer Fixture

A simple and inexpensive plastic assembly snaps over the rim of a toilet bowl. The deodorizer/disinfecting embodiment container hangs outside the toilet bowl. It is supported by a rim clamp inside the toilet bowl. One model simply clips on clips off for disposable use. Other models have a container with a refillable top. An adjustable exit tube nut adjusts to various different toilet rims. When the user sits on the toilet seat, a diaphragm is compressed which forces air into the container and deodorant/disinfectant into the toilet bowl. The diaphragm needs to be made of neoprene or any flexible material with sufficient memory to return to its original non compressed shape after compression. 1. An improvement for a toilet bowl having a hinged toilet seat that rests in a closed position atop a toilet bowl rim , the improvement comprising:an upper body that rests atop the toilet bowl rim;said upper body having a rim supporting means functioning to secure the upper body to the toilet bowl rim;said upper body having a discharge tube depending therefrom to a height above a water line;said discharge tube having a nozzle at a lower end and not having a valve;a diaphragm connected to the upper body;said diaphragm having a cross sectional diameter greater than a cross sectional diameter of the discharge tube;said upper body having a valveless pressure tube in fluid communication with the diaphragm and a fluid reservoir, wherein no liquid enters the valveless pressure tube at any time;wherein sitting on the toilet seat causes the diaphragm to compress into a compressed mode so as to force air from the diaphragm into said valveless pressure tube that exits into said fluid reservoir attached to the upper body when then causes an increase in an ambient air pressure in the fluid reservoir so as to force a fluid in the fluid reservoir to discharge through the tube out the nozzle into the toilet bowl;wherein no liquid enters the diaphragm at any time;said fluid reservoir having a ...

Toilet Bowl Deodorizer Fixture

A simple and inexpensive plastic assembly snaps over the rim of a toilet bowl. The deodorizer/disinfecting embodiment container hangs outside the toilet bowl. It is supported by a rim clamp inside the toilet bowl. One model simply clips on clips off for disposable use. Other models have a container with a refillable top. An adjustable exit tube nut adjusts to various different toilet rims. When the user sits on the toilet seat, a diaphragm is compressed which forces air into the container and deodorant/disinfectant into the toilet bowl. The diaphragm needs to be made of neoprene or any flexible material with sufficient memory to return to its original non compressed shape after compression. 1. An improvement for a toilet bowl having a hinged toilet seat that rests in a closed position atop a toilet bowl rim , the improvement comprising:an upper body that rests atop the toilet bowl rim;said upper body having a rim clamp means functioning to secure the upper body to the toilet bowl rim;said upper body having a discharge tube depending therefrom to a height above a water line;said discharge tube having a nozzle at its lower end;a diaphragm mounted atop the upper body;wherein sitting on the toilet seat causes the diaphragm to force air into a pressure channel in the upper body that exits into a fluid reservoir attached to the upper body;said fluid reservoir having a reservoir discharge tube that communicates with a discharge channel in the upper body and then to the discharge tube;wherein sitting on the toilet seat forces air into the fluid reservoir which then causes a fluid in the fluid reservoir to discharge out the nozzle into the toilet bowl; andwherein getting up from the toilet seat causes an ambient air pressure to equalize the pressure in the fluid reservoir and diaphragm, thereby returning the diaphragm to an expanded mode.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the rim clamp means further comprises a flexible discharge tube with a lower ledge that snap fits ...

SEMICONDUCTOR COMPOUNDS

This invention comprises a semiconducting polymer having a permittivity greater than 3.4 at 1000 Hz and a charge mobility in the pure state greater than 10cmVsand more preferably greater than 10cmVs. Preferred polymers include repeating units of triarylamines which have specific cyano and/or alkoxy substitution. They are suitable for use in electronic components such as organic thin film transistors. 1. A semiconducting polymer represented by Formula (I) having a permittivity greater than 3.4 at 1000 Hz and a charge mobility in the pure state of greater than 10cmVsand more preferably greater than 10cmVs.2. A composition according to claim one in which the binder comprises triarylamine repeat units.3. A semiconducting polymer according to claim one or two which comprises substituted triarylamine groups.4. A semiconducting polymer according to claim three in which the substitution is on the pendant group of triarylamine repeating units.5. A semiconducting polymer according to claim four which comprises triarylamine groups which are substituted by one or more cyano groups directly substituted in the 2 , 4 and/or 6 position of a pendant aromatic ring.6. A semiconducting polymer according to any of to which comprises triarylamine groups which are indirectly substituted by one or more cyano groups which are attached to an aromatic group of the triarylamine by a linking group.7. A semiconducting polymer according to any of to which comprises triarylamine repeating units which are directly substituted by one or more alkoxy groups on an aromatic ring in the 2 , 4 and/or 6 position. This invention relates to novel semiconducting polytriarylamine polymers.Polyarylamine and polytriarylamine compounds have been known for many years and have useful properties causing them to be used in electronic devices. Among their useful properties is that these compounds are semiconductors.In recent years research into polyarylamines has centred around producing compounds having improved ...

SECOND STAGE TURBINE BLADE

A turbine blade having an airfoil profile substantially in accordance with Cartesian coordinate values of X, Y, and Z set forth in Table 1, where the X and Y values are in inches and the Z values are non-dimensional values from 0 to 1 and convertible to Z distances in inches by multiplying the Z values by the height of the airfoil in inches. The X and Y values are distances which, when connected by smooth continuing arcs, define airfoil profile sections at each distance Z. The profile sections at each distance Z are joined smoothly to one another to form an airfoil shape. The X, Y, and Z distances may be scaled as a function of the same constant number and the X, Y, and Z distances lie within an envelope of approximately +/−0.032 inches in directions normal to the airfoil. 1. A turbine blade comprising:a blade root;a platform extending from the blade root;an airfoil extending from the platform to a tip and having an airfoil shape, the airfoil having a nominal profile substantially in accordance with Cartesian coordinate values of X, Y, and Z set forth in Table 1 wherein the Z values are non-dimensional values from 0 to 1 convertible to Z distances in inches by multiplying the Z values by a height of the airfoil in inches, and wherein the X and Y are distances in inches which, when connected by smooth continuing arcs, define airfoil profile sections at each distance Z, the profile sections at the Z distances being joined smoothly with one another to form a complete airfoil shape; and,a shroud extending from the airfoil tip.2. The turbine blade of forming a part of a second stage turbine of a gas turbine engine.3. The turbine blade of claim 1 , wherein the airfoil has a height as measured from a midpoint of the platform to a tip of the airfoil of approximately 14.147 inches.4. The turbine blade of further comprising a coating applied to at least the airfoil.5. The turbine blade of claim 1 , wherein the shroud further comprises a plurality of knife edges extending away ...

Content Redirection via Remote Session

Aspects described herein are directed to the redirection of web content from a virtual desktop session on a remote computing device to a client computing device for rendering. A first application executing on a client device may determine to establish a remote session for a user of the client device. The first application may send a request to a server. The request may be configured to cause the server to monitor for updates associated with the remote session. After the remote session is established, the first application may receive redirected content via the remote session. The redirected content is associated with identification of whether to redirect information via the remote session. The first application may send the redirected content to a second application executing on the client device to render the redirected content. 1. A method comprising:determining, by a first application executing on a client device, to establish a remote session for a user of the client device;sending, by the first application, a request to a server, the request being configured to cause the server to monitor for updates associated with the remote session;after the remote session is established, receiving, by the first application, redirected content via the remote session, wherein the redirected content is associated with identification of whether to redirect information via the remote session; andsending, by the first application, the redirected content to a second application executing on the client device to render the redirected content.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining to establish the remote session comprises obtaining at least one of a username or a password of the user.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising sending claim 1 , to the server claim 1 , at least one of a username or a password of the user.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first application comprises a virtual machine receiver.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the redirected content ...

Narrow angle hot end for three dimensional (3d) printer

A hot end associated with an extruder for a Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) three dimensional (3D) printer includes, in at least one aspect of the subject matter described in this specification: a heater; a temperature sensor coupled with the heater; an FFF material delivery channel; a heat sink coupled with the FFF material delivery channel; a nozzle coupled with the FFF material delivery channel and with the heater, the nozzle having a total included angle of less than or equal to sixty degrees and greater than or equal to ten degrees, with respect to a nozzle target point; and a cooling delivery system for at least the heat sink; where the heat sink, the heater, the temperature sensor, the FFF material delivery channel, the nozzle, and the cooling delivery system are all contained within a volume defined by the total included angle with respect to the nozzle target point.

Redirection of Web Content

Aspects described herein are directed to the redirection of web content from a virtual desktop session on a remote computing device to a client computing device for rendering. A virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device may remote a web browser instance to a receiver on a client computing device. The virtual delivery agent may receive, from the remoted browser instance on client computing device, a uniform resource locator (URL). Based on the URL, the virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device may terminate loading of page content associated with the URL on the remote computing device. The virtual delivery agent may instruct the client computing device to render the page content in an overlaid position corresponding to the remoted web browser instance on the receiver of the client computing device. 1. A method for redirecting content rendering to a client computing device connected through a virtual channel with a remote computing device , the method comprising:remoting, by a virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device through the virtual channel, a web browser instance to a receiver on the client computing device;receiving, at the virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device from the remoted web browser instance on the client computing device, a uniform resource locator (URL);based on the URL, terminating, by the virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device, loading of page content associated with the URL on the remote computing device; andinstructing, by the virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device, the client computing device to render the page content in an overlaid position corresponding to the remoted web browser instance on the receiver.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:generating, by the remote computing device, a window frame of the remoted web browser instance; andredirecting, by the virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device, locational and clipping information for the ...

Material Dispensing System

Additive manufacturing systems and apparatus include, in one aspect, a material deposition system including an extruder for deposition materials, the extruder including two or more material entry ports, a mixing chamber, and an exit orifice; and a controller coupled with the extruder to dynamically change delivery rates of the deposition materials to be mixed in the mixing chamber before flowing from the exit orifice; wherein the controller combines a desired volume flow rate of material to flow from the exit orifice with a mix ratio to specify the delivery rates of the deposition materials. The system can include filament drive systems to feed the thermoplastic materials in filament form into the entry ports, and the controller can dynamically change the mix ratio when operating the filament drive systems to control one or more properties of the material to flow from the exit orifice.

Bucket Mixing System

A bucket mixing system to aid in mixing a stabilizing agent with a material within an excavator-mounted bucket. The bucket mixing system generally includes a bucket which includes a built-in mixer adapted to mix materials and expel them through a plurality of vents within the lower surface of the bucket. A hydraulic motor is secured to the bucket which drives a drive assembly. The drive assembly is secured so as to rotate a central rod from which a plurality of anchors and mixers extend radially. Auger linkages are interwoven through the anchors and mixers to form a flexible auger configuration. The mixers may rotated bi-directionally to mix materials within the bucket and to expel mixed materials through the vents.

MATERIAL DEPOSITION SYSTEMS WITH FOUR OR MORE AXES

A system for fabricating an object includes an extruder for one or more deposition materials having at least one nozzle and a movable support for the nozzle. The nozzle has a nozzle axis and is rotatably attached to the movable support via a connector that is actuatable relative to the movable support to change an angular orientation of the nozzle axis, thus varying an angle between the nozzle axis and a deposition surface. The system also includes a controller that can apply a correction factor calculated for a path of the nozzle when an acute angle is formed between the nozzle axis and the deposition surface, the correction factor for moving toward the acute angle being different from that when moving away from it. The correction factor removes differences in thickness of the deposited material caused by variations in the angle formed between the nozzle axis and the deposition surface. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable medium storing software comprising instructions executable by one or more computers , which , upon such execution , cause the one or more computers to perform operations for controlling a 3D printer to create a 3D object , the 3D printer comprising an extruder for one or more deposition materials , the extruder comprising at least one nozzle and a movable support for the nozzle , wherein the nozzle has a nozzle axis and is rotatably attached to the movable support via a connector that is actuatable relative to the movable support to change an angular orientation of the nozzle axis relative to the movable support so as to vary an angle between the nozzle axis and a deposition surface during deposition of a deposition material , the operations comprising:applying an adjustment calculated for a path of the nozzle based on the angle formed between the nozzle axis and the deposition surface being an acute angle, the adjustment for the nozzle moving toward the acute angle being different from the adjustment for the nozzle moving away from the acute ...

APPARATUS FOR SHARPENING BLADES

An apparatus for sharpening blades, such as those used for mowing. A rotary grinder is mounted within an extensible, retractable, and rotatable support assembly. Lockable, rotational adjustment of the position of the grinder about three axes, and translational movement along one axis is thereby provided. A spring attached to one end of the assembly counter-balances the weight of the grinder. An adjacent blade holding fixture maintains the workpiece at a predetermined angle for grinding. A toggle clamp, edge alignment keepers, and a registration pin secure the blade in place. An adapter fixture, including a toggle clamp and an alignment recess, attaches to one end of the blade holding fixture. The adapter fixture has an angled shelf to orient and secure smaller, contoured blades requiring a different edge grinding angle. Once the support assembly is adjustably secured, the grinder is moved along the cutting edge of the blade for sharpening. 1. An apparatus for sharpening blades , comprising:a. a frame;b. a grinder support assembly, said grinder support assembly including a support member having a lower end attached to said frame; a three-way pivot having a fixed portion mounted to an upper end of said support member; an elongated grinder support arm having a first end mounted to a movable portion of said three-way pivot; and, a grinder mount secured to a second end of said grinder support arm;c. a blade holding fixture, said blade holding fixture including an inclined plate mounted on said frame, said plate including means for detachably securing a blade on said plate.2. The apparatus of in which said three-way pivot allows rotation about a generally horizontal first axis claim 1 , a second axis perpendicular to the first axis claim 1 , and a third axis perpendicular to the second axis.3. The apparatus of further including a grinder installed within said grinder mount.4. The apparatus of in which said plate is inclined at an angle which maintains a cutting edge of ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVING COOLING OF A TURBINE SHROUD

A system and method for cooling a turbine blade tip shroud is provided. The turbine blade comprises a blade attachment, a platform extending radially outward from the attachment, an airfoil extending radially outward from the platform, and a tip shroud extending radially outward from the airfoil. The tip shroud has one or more knife edges extending radially outward from an outer surface of the tip shroud. One or more cooling passages extend through the airfoil and to the tip shroud. The turbine blade also includes one or more tip plates secured at or near the outer surface of the tip shroud thereby forming a plenum between the outer surface and the one or more tip plates. The one or more tip plates also include a plurality of cooling holes for flowing cooling air through the plenum to cool the tip shroud. 1. A turbine blade comprising:a blade attachment;a platform extending radially outward from the attachment;an airfoil extending radially outward from the platform;a tip shroud extending circumferentially from the airfoil, the tip shroud having one or more knife edges extending radially outward from an outer surface of the tip shroud;one or more cooling passages extending through the airfoil and to the tip shroud;one or more tip plates secured to the tip shroud thereby forming a plenum between the outer surface and the one or more tip plates; and,a plurality of cooling holes in the one or more tip plates, where the plurality of cooling holes is positioned at least adjacent the one or more knife edges.2. The turbine blade of claim 1 , wherein the one or more cooling passages are stem drilled cooling holes.3. The turbine blade of claim 1 , wherein the one or more cooling passages are cast into the airfoil.4. The turbine blade of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of cooling holes is located along a perimeter of the tip plate.5. The turbine blade of further comprising a plurality of shroud cooling holes located in an outer perimeter of the tip shroud claim 1 , where the ...

Method and apparatus for improving turbine blade sealing in a gas turbine engine

A system and method for improving sealing at a turbine blade tip shroud, while reducing weight associated with the improved sealing is disclosed. The gas turbine blade incorporates a tip shroud having one or more pockets located therein, where the one or more pockets remove weight from the shroud, thus reducing load on the blade attachment generated by additional sealing at the turbine blade shroud. Methods for incorporating the one or more tip shrouds in a new turbine blade or a repaired turbine blade are also disclosed.

PORTABLE ALLERGEN DETECTION SYSTEM

The present invention provides systems, devices and methods for detecting the presence and/or absence of one or more allergens in a sample particularly a food sample. The detection system includes a separate sample pickup, one or more disposables for receiving and processing a test sample and a detection device that can execute an allergen detection testing in minutes. The present detection system and device is compact and portable. 1. A portable allergen detection system comprising:(a) means for picking-up and/or collecting a test sample;(b) one or more disposables for receiving and processing the test sample; and(c) a detection device configured for detecting the presence or absence of one or more allergens in the test sample.2. The allergen detection system of claim 1 , wherein component (a) is a food pickup corer claim 1 , wherein the food pickup corer has a distal portion provided with a top cap at the distal end claim 1 , a proximal portion provided with a sample collecting tube claim 1 , a grip for handling the corer which is connected to the sample collecting tube claim 1 , and a plunger inside the sample collecting tube which has a distal end connected to the top cap and a plunger tip at the proximal end claim 1 ,wherein the proximal plunger tip can protrude out from the sample collecting tube for picking up the test sample.3. (canceled)4. The allergen detection system of claim 2 , wherein the food pickup corer is further provided with a means for weighing the test sample being picked up.5. The allergen detection system of claim 1 , wherein the disposable of (b) is a disposable test cup or cup-like container.6. The allergen detection system of claim 5 , wherein the disposable test cup or cup-like container comprises a cup lid assembly and a cup body having a wider distal end connected to the cup lid assembly and a proximal base claim 5 , wherein the cup lid assembly comprises three ports on the top cap of the cup lid assembly: a port (a) for holding a food ...

Redirection of Web Content

Aspects described herein are directed to the redirection of web content from a virtual desktop session on a remote computing device to a client computing device for rendering. A virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device may remote a web browser instance to a receiver on a client computing device. The virtual delivery agent may receive, from the remoted browser instance on client computing device, a uniform resource locator (URL). Based on the URL, the virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device may terminate loading of page content associated with the URL on the remote computing device. The virtual delivery agent may instruct the client computing device to render the page content in an overlaid position corresponding to the remoted web browser instance on the receiver of the client computing device. 1. A method comprising:remoting, by a computing device through the a virtual channel, a web browser instance to a client device;receiving, at the computing device from the remoted web browser instance on the client device, a uniform resource locator (URL);based on the URL, terminating, by the computing device, loading of a page content associated with the URL on the computing device;generating, by the computing device, a window frame of the remoted web browser instance on the client device;monitoring, by the computing device, a position of a window frame of the remoted web browser instance on the client device;detecting, by the computing device, a movement of the window frame of the remoted web browser instance on the client device; andbased on the movement of the window frame, instructing, by the computing device, the client device to render the page content as an overlay within the remoted web browser instance on the client device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:redirecting, by the computing device, locational and clipping information for the window frame of the remoted web browser instance to the client device.3. The method of claim ...

Turbine blade platform undercut with decreasing radii curve

A turbine blade has an undercut beneath its platform proximate a trailing edge region. The undercut incorporates a curved portion to reduce to reduce undesirable stress concentration. The undercut shape includes a curved portion of decreasing radius with increasing distance from the underside of the platform.

CONTROLLABLE RELEASE BUILD PLATE FOR 3D PRINTER

A fused filament fabrication three dimensional printing system includes a build platform, an extruder for one or more deposition materials, the extruder including at least one nozzle movable relative to the build platform, and a controller configured to control the relative movement between the build platform and the nozzle, and to cause material to be extruded out of the nozzle to form a 3D object on the build platform. The build platform includes a first plate on which the 3D object is formed, a second plate that is positioned vertically below the first plate and defines at least one gap between the first and second plates, and a heating element that is configured to heat the second plate. The first plate defines at least one opening that is configured to allow passage of material extruded from the nozzle into the at least one gap between the first and second plates. 1. A fused filament fabrication (FFF) three dimensional (3D) printing system comprising:a build platform;an extruder for one or more deposition materials, the extruder comprising at least one nozzle that is movable relative to the build platform; anda controller configured to control the relative movement between the build platform and the nozzle, and to cause material to be extruded out of the nozzle to form a 3D object on the build platform, a first plate on which the 3D object is formed,', 'a second plate that is positioned vertically below the first plate and defines at least one gap between the first and second plates, and', 'a heating element that is configured to heat the second plate,', 'wherein the first plate defines at least one opening that is configured and arranged to allow passage of material extruded from the nozzle into the at least one gap between the first and second plates., 'wherein the build platform comprises2. The FFF 3D printing system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to:cause extruded material to flow through one or more of the plurality of openings in the ...

NICKEL-BASE ALLOY FOR GAS TURBINE COMPONENTS

A nickel-based alloy is disclosed which is suitable for casting gas turbine components having improved strength and comparative lower density while utilizing commercially available heat treatment cycles. The nickel-based alloy is suitable for providing equiaxed, directionally solidified, and single crystal castings. Methods of providing a cast article of the nickel-based alloy and subjecting the article to heat treatment cycles are also disclosed. 1. A nickel-based alloy for a gas turbine component , comprising about 3.0-4.0 wt. % Aluminum (Al) , about 0.005-0.015 wt. % Boron (B) , about 0.0-0.0001 wt. % Bismuth (Bi) , about 0.03-0.08 wt. % Carbon (C) , about 10.0-15.0 wt. % Chromium (Cr) , about 10.0-15.0 wt. % Cobalt (Co) , about 0.0-0.2 wt. % Iron (Fe) , about 0.0-0.1 wt. % Hafnium (Hf) , about 0.0-0.001 wt. % Lead (Pb) , about 0.0-0.02 wt. % Magnesium (Mg) , about 0.0-0.2 wt. % Manganese (Mn) , about 1.0-3.0 wt. % Molybdenum (Mb) , about 0.0-0.002 wt. % Nitrogen (N) , about 0.0-0.2 wt. % Niobium (Nb) , about 0.0-0.002 wt. % Oxygen (O) , about 0.0-0.003 wt. % Phosphorus (P) , about 0.0-0.0004 wt. % Selenium (Se) , about 0.0-0.1 wt. % Silicon (Si) , about 0.0-0.0003 wt. % Silver (Ag) , about 0.0-0.005 wt. % Sulfur (S) , about 2.5-3.5 wt. % Tantalum (Ta) , about 0.0-0.0001 wt. % Tellerium (Te) , about 4.0-5.0 wt. % Titanium (Ti) , about 0.0-0.001 wt. % Thallium (Tl) , about 2.5-3.5 wt. % Tungsten (W) , about 0.0-0.01 wt. % Zirconium (Z) , with the balance comprising Nickel (Ni).2. The alloy of claim 1 , wherein the alloy comprises about 3.35-3.65 wt. % Aluminum (Al) claim 1 , about 0.005-0.015 wt. % Boron (B) claim 1 , about 0.0-0.00005 wt. % Bismuth (Bi) claim 1 , about 0.065-0.095 wt. % Carbon (C) claim 1 , about 11.5-12.5 wt. % Chromium (Cr) claim 1 , about 11.5-12.5 wt. % Cobalt (Co) claim 1 , about 0.0-0.15 wt. % Iron (Fe) claim 1 , about 0.0-0.05 wt. % Hafnium (Hf) claim 1 , about 0.0-0.0005 wt. % Lead (Pb) claim 1 , about 0.0-0.01 wt. % Magnesium (Mg) claim ...

THREE-DIMENSIONAL SCANNING DEVICE AND METHODS

A handheld data acquisition system for capturing three dimensional object shape data comprising a user feedback screen and a scanner module configured such that the scanner module may be rotated with respect to the feedback screen and the user may be able to scan objects including hard-to-reach areas while still being able to view feedback about the on-going scanning process. 1. A data acquisition system , comprising:a display module;a sensor module;a light-emitting module.2. The data acquisition system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor module comprises a first sensor and a second sensor.3. The data acquisition system of claim 2 , wherein the second sensor has a larger field of view (FOV) than the first sensor.4. The data acquisition system of claim 1 , wherein the display module is rotatable relative to the sensor module via a connection member.5. The data acquisition system of claim 1 , wherein the light-emitting module comprises at least one of: a projector claim 1 , an array of light emitting diodes (LEDs) claim 1 , or a light emitting screen.6. The data acquisition system of claim 2 , wherein at least one of the first sensor and the second sensor has a primary camera axis and the light emitting module has a primary light emission axis such that an angle between the primary camera axis and the primary light emission axis is approximately 0 to 30 degrees.7. A method of scanning an object in an environment claim 2 , comprising:projecting light on the object;capturing at least a first image of the object with a first sensor;capturing at least a second image of the environment with the second sensor;generating metadata from the second image; andassociating the metadata with the first image.8. The method of claim 7 , further comprising storing the first image and the associated metadata in a searchable database.9. The method of claim 7 , wherein the metadata comprises at least one of:information relating to a scanning system;information relating to one or more objects ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR 3D SCANNING

Systems and/or methods for, for a given pixel (or sub-pixel location) in an image acquired by the camera, finding which projector pixel (or more particularly, which projector column) primarily projected the light that was reflected from the object being scanned back to this camera position (e.g. what projector coordinates or projector column coordinate correspond(s) to these camera coordinates). 1. A system for capturing 3D representations from an object , comprising:a light source being configured to project a sequence of one or more light patterns, at least one of the light patterns is a phase-encoded pattern containing a non-repeating pattern of gradients between each pixel and adjacent pixels, whereby the light source can project the phase-encoded pattern onto a scene;a light sensor configured to capture at least one image of the scene under the influence of the projected pattern; anda processor configured to decode gradients in the captured image to determine the coordinates in the projected image that created the light received at each captured image pixel.2. The system of wherein the non-repeating pattern has signs of the gradients between each pixel and adjacent pixels form a non-repeating pattern.3. The system of wherein subsets of gradients between pixels and their adjacent pixels form more than one code per pixel that each can be decoded to yield phase values.4. The system of wherein the gradients between pixels and their adjacent pixels are interpreted as binary or ternary numbers which are used as the basis of a phase-decoding process.5. The system of wherein pixel phase values are recorded as valid only if more than one code decodes to the same phase value.6. The system of wherein a confidence score is calculated for the decoded phase value assigned to a captured image pixel based on the number of decoded codes that agree on the phase value.7. A method for capturing 3D representations from an object claim 3 , comprising:projecting a sequence of one or ...

MULTI-TOOL MANUFACTURING SYSTEM

Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, for a multi-tool additive manufacturing system that executes in a three-dimensional build volume. In one aspect, a system includes a build platform; a support; a first robot coupled with the support and configured to operate in a build volume defined by the build platform, wherein the first robot includes a first additive manufacturing tool; a second robot coupled with the support and configured to operate in the build volume, wherein the second robot includes a second additive manufacturing tool; wherein the first robot and the second robot are programmed to coordinate simultaneous application; and wherein a first tool path of the first additive manufacturing tool in the first region abuts or overlaps with a second tool path of the second additive manufacturing tool in the second region so as to form a bond. 123-. (canceled)24. A computer-implemented method , comprising:receiving a three-dimensional model of an object;slicing the three dimensional model of the object into a series of layers;determining one or more separation starting points, wherein each of the one or more separation starting points is a location of two adjoining portions of the three dimensional model that are to be manufactured by respectively assigned ones of two or more additive manufacturing robots configured to move independently in a shared build volume;determining an offset for each of the one or more separation starting points in each layer of the series of layers based on a threshold acceptable print time, wherein each offset in a layer determines a seam location in the layer that is different from a seam location in at least one adjacent layer in the series of layers, and seam offsets determined for the series of layers increase an estimated print time, for manufacturing of the series of layers by the two or more additive manufacturing robots, no more than the threshold acceptable print ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED 3D PRINTING

A method includes independently controlling a feed rate for each of at least two different input materials for three dimensional (3D) printing to generate a processed material that varies continuously in composition along at least a portion of its length, adding syncing features to the processed material at specific locations of the processed material, and creating data that coordinates the specific locations of the processed material with the continuous variation in composition of the processed material, wherein the data and the syncing features are useable by a 3D printer to synchronize the continuous variation in composition of the processed material with volumetric or surface locations of an object during 3D printing of the object using the processed material. 116-. (canceled)17. A method comprising:independently controlling a feed rate for each of at least two different input materials for three dimensional (3D) printing to generate a processed material that varies continuously in composition along at least a portion of its length;adding syncing features to the processed material at specific locations of the processed material; andcreating data that coordinates the specific locations of the processed material with the continuous variation in composition of the processed material,wherein the data and the syncing features are useable by a 3D printer to synchronize the continuous variation in composition of the processed material with volumetric or surface locations of an object during 3D printing of the object using the processed material.18. The method of claim 17 , wherein the controlling comprises independently controlling a feed rate for each of at least three separate filaments having at least three respective different colors claim 17 , and comprising creating the data comprises creating data usable by the 3D printer to sync a continuous variation in color along the at least a portion of the length of the processed material with the volumetric or surface ...

MULTI-TOOL MANUFACTURING SYSTEM

Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, for a multi-tool additive manufacturing system that executes in a three-dimensional build volume. In one aspect, a system includes a build platform; a support; a first robot coupled with the support and configured to operate in a build volume defined by the build platform, wherein the first robot includes a first additive manufacturing tool; a second robot coupled with the support and configured to operate in the build volume, wherein the second robot includes a second additive manufacturing tool; wherein the first robot and the second robot are programmed to coordinate simultaneous application; and wherein a first tool path of the first additive manufacturing tool in the first region abuts or overlaps with a second tool path of the second additive manufacturing tool in the second region so as to form a bond. 1. A system comprising:a build platform;a support associated with the build platform;a first robot coupled with the support and configured to operate in a build volume defined by the build platform, wherein the first robot comprises a first additive manufacturing tool that is movable in three or more different directions relative to the build platform; anda second robot coupled with the support and configured to operate in the build volume, wherein the second robot comprises a second additive manufacturing tool that is movable in three or more different directions relative to the build platform;wherein the first robot and the second robot are programmed to coordinate simultaneous application of the first additive manufacturing tool and second additive manufacturing tool in respective first and second regions in the build volume to form respective first and second sections of a three dimensional (3D) part; andwherein a first tool path of the first additive manufacturing tool in the first region abuts or overlaps with a second tool path of the second additive ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED 3D PRINTING

A system includes a first system configured and arranged to combine at least two different input materials; a controller coupled with the first system and configured to independently control a feed rate for each of the different input materials into the first system to generate a processed material that varies in composition along its length; and a second system configured and arranged to add syncing features to the processed material. The syncing features are useable by a material deposition system to synchronize the variation in composition of the processed material during additive manufacturing of an object using the processed material. The controller can configured to create data usable by the material deposition system to sync the processed material with locations of the object during additive manufacturing. Further, the second system can include a material shaping system, and the syncing features can include shapes added to the processed material. 1. A system comprising:a first system configured and arranged to combine at least two different input materials;a controller coupled with the first system and configured to independently control a feed rate for each of the different input materials into the first system to generate a processed material that varies in composition along its length; anda second system configured and arranged to add syncing features to the processed material, wherein the syncing features are useable by a material deposition system to synchronize the variation in composition of the processed material during additive manufacturing of an object using the processed material.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the different input materials comprise at least three filaments having at least three respective different colors claim 1 , the controller is capable of continuously varying an amount of each of the at least three different colored filaments claim 1 , and the first system comprises:an input material feed system for the at least three ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED 3D PRINTING

A system for fabricating an object includes an extruder for one or more deposition materials. The extruder has at least one nozzle with a nozzle tip that includes an exit orifice and has a width that is equal to or larger than a width of the exit orifice. The system also includes a controller coupled with the extruder, the controller configured to apply a correction factor that has been calculated for a path of the nozzle based on a slope of a surface of an object to be fabricated. The correction factor for a positive slope is different from that for a negative slope. The extruder is configured to cause movement of the nozzle along the path to deposit material on the slope of the surface of the object, and the correction factor removes differences in thickness of the deposited material caused by the slope in relation to the path. 1. A system for fabricating an object , the system comprising:an extruder for one or more deposition materials, the extruder comprising at least one nozzle having a nozzle tip that includes an exit orifice, the tip having a width that is equal to or larger than a width of the exit orifice; anda controller coupled with the extruder, the controller configured and arranged to apply a correction factor that has been calculated for a path of the nozzle based on a slope of a surface of an object to be fabricated, the correction factor for a positive slope being different from the correction factor for a negative slope;wherein the extruder is configured and arranged to cause movement of the nozzle along the path to deposit a material on the slope of the surface of the object, and the correction factor removes differences in thickness of the deposited material caused by the slope in relation to the path.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein based on the slope being negative claim 1 , the correction factor causes the path of the nozzle to become farther from the surface of the object for all path points along the path that correspond to the negative ...

AEROFOIL RECAMBERING

A method of recambering an aerofoil section. A position on one of the surfaces that intersects with a passage shock between adjacent aerofoils is determined and then projected as a shock position onto the camber line. A shock region encompassing the shock position and extending in a chordal direction towards the leading and trailing edges is defined. The camber line is recalculated in an upstream region using semi-inverse design. The camber line is extrapolated across the shock region to match a geometric criterion. The camber line is recalculated in a downstream region using semi-inverse design. 148483648404246445046444951. A method of recambering an aerofoil section () wherein the aerofoil section () is one of a spanwise array forming an aerofoil (); the aerofoil section () having a leading edge () , a trailing edge () , a suction surface () , a pressure surface () , and a camber line () equidistant from the suction and pressure surfaces ( , ) and having an upstream end () and a downstream end (); the method comprising steps to:{'b': 58', '44', '46', '56', '36, 'a) determine a position () on one of the pressure surface () and the suction surface () that intersects with a passage shock () between adjacent aerofoils ();'}{'b': 60', '50, 'b) project the shock position () onto the camber line ();'}{'b': 62', '60', '40', '42, 'c) define a shock region () encompassing the shock position () and extending in a chordal direction towards the leading and trailing edges (, );'}{'b': 50', '65', '62', '49', '50', '46', '44', '66, 'd) recalculate the position of the camber line () in an upstream region () between the shock region () and the upstream end () of the camber line () to match calculated pressure loading between the suction and pressure surfaces (, ) to a first target pressure loading distribution ();'}{'b': 50', '62, 'e) project the camber line () across the shock region () to match a geometric criterion; and'}{'b': 50', '62', '51', '50', '46', '44', '70, 'f) ...

USER SPECIFIC DESIGN CUSTOMIZATION FOR 3D PRINTING

Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for determining 3D printing customizations for a user. One of the methods includes receiving data indicating a selection of a product design by a user for creation of a three-dimensional product that includes a plurality of attributes, determining a style which includes values for some of the plurality of attributes and that is associated with the user, for each of the plurality of attributes determining whether the style includes a value for the respective attribute, and upon determining that the style includes a value for the respective attribute, customizing the product design using the value for the respective attribute, or upon determining that the style does not include a value for the respective attribute, customizing the product design using a default value for the respective attribute, and providing data for the customized product design for the three-dimensional product. 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:storing a product design in a database, wherein the product design comprises a customization vector for an attribute;storing data representing a style in a style database, wherein the style comprises style data for an attribute;storing an identifier of a user in a user database that associates the user with the style;receiving data indicating selection of the product design by the user;determining, using the identifier of the user, to apply the style, from multiple styles in the style database, to the product design;determining that the attribute for the customization vector and the attribute for the style data are the same attribute;creating a user-specific design by modifying values of the customization vector of the product design using the style data in response to determining that the attribute for the customization vector and the attribute for the style data are the same attribute; andproviding data representing the user-specific design for ...

THREE DIMENSIONAL (3D) DELTA PRINTER FRAME STRUCTURE

Systems and techniques relating to three dimensional (3D) delta printers, such as Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D delta printers include, in at least one aspect, a 3D delta printer that includes a build platform; a 3D printer delta motion system; and a space frame configured and arranged to support the 3D printer delta motion system as the 3D printer delta motion system moves relative to the build platform; wherein the space frame includes multiple triangular units surrounding a build volume above the build platform. 1. A three dimensional (3D) delta printer comprising:a build platform;a 3D printer delta motion system; anda space frame configured and arranged to support the 3D printer delta motion system as the 3D printer delta motion system moves relative to the build platform;wherein the space frame comprises multiple triangular units surrounding a build volume above the build platform.2. The 3D delta printer of claim 1 , wherein the 3D printer delta motion system comprises three drive units located in three respective sections of the space frame claim 1 , and each of the three respective sections of the space frame comprises three triangular facets forming angles with respect to the build platform that are greater than ninety degrees.3. The 3D delta printer of claim 1 , wherein the multiple triangular units of the space frame form eight triangular facets.4. The 3D delta printer of claim 1 , wherein the multiple triangular units of the space frame form fourteen triangular facets.5. The 3D delta printer of claim 4 , wherein a top center facet of the fourteen triangular facets is parallel with a plate on a top center position of the space frame over the build volume.6. The 3D delta printer of claim 1 , wherein the multiple triangular units comprise beams connected at nodes.7. The 3D delta printer of claim 6 , comprising a triangular plate on a top center position of the space frame over the build volume.8. The 3D delta printer of claim 7 , wherein the triangular ...

Providing design dna of a non-biological product

Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, for providing design DNA for a non-biological product. One of the methods includes, identifying an instantiation of a product, the product being non-biologic and being a manufactured item; determining design parameters to be associated with the instantiation of the product. The determining includes: evaluating the instantiation of the product, determining a design intent including an intended use or life of the instantiation of the product, and determining design parameters that were used in developing a design associated with the instantiation of the product. The method further includes, storing the determined design parameters inseparably with the instantiation of the product; and after the instantiation of the product is deployed, retrieving, from the instantiation of the product, the stored determined design parameters; and using the retrieved determined design parameters to evaluate the instantiation of the product.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED 3D PRINTING

A system for fabricating an object includes an extruder for one or more deposition materials. The extruder has at least one nozzle with a nozzle tip that includes an exit orifice and has a width that is equal to or larger than a width of the exit orifice. The system also includes a controller coupled with the extruder, the controller configured to apply a correction factor that has been calculated for a path of the nozzle based on a slope of a surface of an object to be fabricated. The correction factor for a positive slope is different from that for a negative slope. The extruder is configured to cause movement of the nozzle along the path to deposit material on the slope of the surface of the object, and the correction factor removes differences in thickness of the deposited material caused by the slope in relation to the path. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable medium storing software comprising instructions executable by one or more computers , which , upon such execution , cause the one or more computers to perform operations for controlling a 3D printer , the 3D printer comprising an extruder for one or more deposition materials , the extruder comprising at least one nozzle having a nozzle tip that includes an exit orifice , the tip having a width that is equal to or larger than a width of the exit orifice , the operations comprising:applying a correction factor that has been calculated for a path of the nozzle according to a slope of a surface of an object to be fabricated, wherein the correction factor for a positive slope is different from the correction factor for a negative slope, and the correction factor adjusts a distance between the nozzle and the surface of the object; andcausing movement of the nozzle along the path to deposit a material on the slope of the surface of the object, wherein the correction factor removes differences in thickness of the deposited material caused by the slope in relation to the path.2. The non-transitory computer- ...

DETECTION AND REPAINTING OF SEMI-TRANSPARENT OVERLAYS

A computing system includes a video source to provide a video stream and a virtual desktop server. The virtual desktop server includes a media application to provide media streaming that includes the video stream and an overlay on the video stream. An accelerated content redirection module redirects a portion of the media streaming by providing a placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of the video stream within a media window, with the placeholder to include the overlay. Providing the placeholder includes providing a first color for an underlay of the placeholder at a first time, and providing a second color for the underlay of the placeholder at a second time. A geometry tracking module detects the placeholder and determines positioning geometry associated therewith, and determines a color and an alpha blending factor of the overlay based on calculations involving the first and second colors for the underlays of the placeholder. 1. A computing system comprising:at least one video source to provide at least one video stream; and an application framework comprising a media application to provide media streaming that includes the at least one video stream and at least one overlay on the at least one video stream;', provide a first color for an underlay of the placeholder at a first time, and', 'provide a second color for the underlay of the placeholder at a second time, and, 'an accelerated content redirection module to redirect a portion of the media streaming by providing a placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of the at least one video stream within a media window, with the placeholder to include the at least one overlay, and providing the placeholder includes the following, 'a geometry tracking module configured to detect the placeholder and determine positioning geometry associated therewith, and determine a color and an alpha blending factor of the at least one overlay based on calculations involving the first color for the underlay of the ...

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH WINDOW MONITORING/OVERLAY DETECTION

A computing system includes at least one video source, a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine, a geometry tracking module, and an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application. The injected redirection code defines a placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of a video stream within an RTC window. The geometry tracking module detects the placeholder within the injected redirection code. The client computing device includes a display composition module to receive the video stream and the positioning geometry of the placeholder, and to overlay the video stream over the placeholder within the displayed RTC window based on the positioning geometry. 1. A computing system comprising:at least one video source to provide at least one video stream; an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine,', 'an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected, with the injected redirection code defining at least one placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of the at least one video stream within an RTC window, and', 'a geometry tracking module to detect the at least one placeholder within the injected redirection code, and to provide the positioning geometry associated therewith; and, 'a virtual desktop server comprising a display to display the RTC window,', 'a client RTC API engine ...

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH FALLBACKS

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine, and an API code redirection module. The API code redirection module redirects original APIs of the real-time media application so that a portion of the real-time media application is to be redirected. The client computing device includes a client RTC API engine reporting to the API code redirection module on capabilities of the client computing device to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application. The API code redirection module switches to a fallback mode if the client computing device has limited capabilities. In the fallback mode, original APIs are used so that the native RTC engine executes at least part of the portion of the real-time media application. 1. A computing system comprising: an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine, and', 'an API code redirection module to redirect original APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is to be redirected; and, 'a virtual desktop server comprisinga client computing device comprising a client RTC API engine reporting to the API code redirection module through a virtual channel on capabilities of said client computing device to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application;the API code redirection module switches to a fallback mode if said client computing device has limited capabilities, where in the fallback mode at least part of the original APIs are used so that the native RTC engine executes at least part of the portion of ...

MATERIAL DEPOSITION SYSTEMS WITH FOUR OR MORE AXES

A system for fabricating an object includes an extruder for one or more deposition materials having at least one nozzle and a movable support for the nozzle. The nozzle has a nozzle axis and is rotatably attached to the movable support via a connector that is actuatable relative to the movable support to change an angular orientation of the nozzle axis, thus varying an angle between the nozzle axis and a deposition surface. The system also includes a controller that can apply a correction factor calculated for a path of the nozzle when an acute angle is formed between the nozzle axis and the deposition surface, the correction factor for moving toward the acute angle being different from that when moving away from it. The correction factor removes differences in thickness of the deposited material caused by variations in the angle formed between the nozzle axis and the deposition surface. 1. A system for fabricating an object , the system comprising:an extruder for one or more deposition materials, the extruder comprising at least one nozzle and a movable support for the nozzle, wherein the nozzle has a nozzle axis and is rotatably attached to the movable support via a connector that is actuatable relative to the movable support to change an angular orientation of the nozzle axis relative to the movable support so as to vary an angle between the nozzle axis and a deposition surface during deposition of a deposition material; anda controller coupled with the extruder, the controller configured and arranged to apply a correction factor calculated for a path of the nozzle based on the angle formed between the nozzle axis and the deposition surface being an acute angle, the correction factor for the nozzle moving toward the acute angle being different from the correction factor for the nozzle moving away from the acute angle,wherein the correction factor removes differences in thickness of the deposited material caused by variations in the angle formed between the nozzle ...

AUTOMATED SYSTEMS FOR COMPOSITE PART FABRICATION

A method includes: providing a matrix material and a fiber material separate from the matrix material to a fused deposition modelling (FDM) three dimensional (3D) printer; and delivering the matrix material and the fiber material to a printing location of the FDM 3D printer while maintaining separation of the fiber material from the matrix material up to the printing location of the FDM 3D printer, wherein the delivering includes melting the matrix material and embedding the fiber material within the matrix material. Further, a system includes: a build platform; and two or more tools associated with the build platform; wherein the two or more tools are configured and arranged with respect to the build platform to add matrix material and fiber material in non-planar layers to build the object. 1. A method comprising:providing a matrix material and a fiber material separate from the matrix material to a fused deposition modelling (FDM) three dimensional (3D) printer; anddelivering the matrix material and the fiber material to a printing location of the FDM 3D printer while maintaining separation of the fiber material from the matrix material up to the printing location of the FDM 3D printer, wherein the delivering comprises melting the matrix material and embedding the fiber material within the matrix material.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the matrix material comprises a first polymer claim 1 , the fiber material comprises a second polymer claim 1 , and both the first polymer and the second polymer are formed from a same monomer claim 1 , but the first polymer has a lower melting temperature than the second polymer.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the providing comprises feeding the first polymer and the second polymer together claim 2 , the first polymer forming a hollow tube that surrounds but is separate from the second polymer claim 2 , and the delivering comprises feeding the first and second polymers through a heated nozzle at a temperature that melts the ...

Webrtc api redirection with network connectivity steering fallback

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine. An API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine to a client RTC engine in the client computing device. The client RTC engine executes the redirected portion of the real-time media application, performs network connectivity probing to determine reachability to a peer computing device, and performs fallback network connectivity probing via the virtual desktop server to determine reachability to the peer computing device.

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH NETWORK CONNECTIVITY STEERING

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine. An API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine to a client RTC engine in the client computing device. The client RTC engine executes the redirected portion of the real-time media application, and performs network connectivity probing to determine reachability to a peer computing device. A media stream is established with the peer computing device based on the network connectivity probing. 1. A computing system comprising: an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC) for peer-to-peer networking, and a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine, and', 'an application programming interface (API) code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected away from the native RTC engine; and, 'a virtual desktop server comprising execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application,', 'perform network connectivity probing to determine reachability to a peer computing device, and', 'establish at least one media stream with the peer computing device based on the network connectivity probing., 'a client computing device comprising a client RTC API engine communicating with the API code redirection module to2. The computing system according to wherein the portion of the real-time media application being redirected includes ...

WEBRTC API REDIRECTION WITH INTERCEPTION TECHNIQUES

A computing system includes a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes an application framework comprising a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine to execute a portion of the real-time media application when received by the native RTC engine, and an API code redirection module. The API code redirection module redirects intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that the portion of the real-time media application is redirected. The client computing device includes a client RTC API engine communicating with the API code redirection module through a virtual channel to execute the redirected portion of the real-time media application. 1. A computing system comprising: a desktop and a desktop application framework associated therewith and a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), and a native RTC engine to execute a first portion of the real-time media application so as to integrate with other desktop applications and other operating system functionality, and', 'an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application so that a second portion of the real-time media application is redirected; and, 'a virtual desktop server comprisinga client computing device comprising a client RTC API engine communicating with the API code redirection module through a virtual channel to execute the redirected second portion of the real-time media application, with the redirected second portion of the real-time media application corresponding to real-time media processing and networking being off-loaded to said client computing device.2. The computing system according to wherein the redirected APIs ...

PRODUCT INVENTORY SYSTEM

Methods, systems, and apparatus include computer programs encoded on a computer-readable storage medium, including a method for suggesting products from available parts. A plurality of available parts in an inventory is identified, including identifying at least one assembly of plural individual parts or sub-assemblies. For each assembly, plural sub-assemblies or individual parts included in a respective assembly are determined. An inventory list is created that includes the plurality of available parts, the at least one assembly, and the determined sub-assemblies or individual parts of an assembly. An inventory of products is identified that constitute assemblies. Each product in the inventory of products has a respective parts list identifying parts required to build the product. The inventory list is evaluated including comparing the inventory list to the inventory of products to locate candidate products constructible using the elements included in the inventory list. Product suggestions are output. 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:identifying a plurality of available parts in an inventory including at least one assembly of plural individual parts or sub-assemblies;for each assembly, determining one or more sub-assemblies or individual parts that are included in a respective assembly;creating an inventory list including the plurality of available parts, the at least one assembly and the determined sub-assemblies or individual parts of an assembly;identifying an inventory of products that constitute assemblies, each product in the inventory of products having a respective parts list that identifies parts required to build a respective product;evaluating the inventory list including comparing the inventory list to the inventory of products to locate candidate products in the inventory of products that can be constructed using the elements included in the inventory list; andoutputting suggestions for products based on the evaluating.2. The method of ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR 3D SCANNING

Systems and/or methods for, for a given pixel (or sub-pixel location) in an image acquired by the camera, finding which projector pixel (or more particularly, which projector column) primarily projected the light that was reflected from the object being scanned back to this camera position (e.g. what projector coordinates or projector column coordinate correspond(s) to these camera coordinates). 1. A method for generating a 3D dataset , comprising:projecting one or more phase images onto a scene or object;projecting one or more full-illumination images;capturing a first set of one or more images of the scene or object at times when the one or more phase images are projected;generating a 3D dataset from the first set of one or more images;capturing a second set of one or more images of the scene or object when the one or more full-illumination images are projected;calculating at least one motion parameter from the second set of one or more images.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more phase images have a spatial frequency in the range of 1-200 periods per frame width.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more phase images comprise a universal phase image.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more full-illumination images are interleaved within the one or more phase images.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the motion parameter comprises at least one of a relative motion trajectory or an orientation difference.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein capturing the first set of one or more images and capturing the first set of one or more images are captured at different frame rates. This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/890,292, filed Feb. 6, 2018, entitled SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR 3D SCANNING, which application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 62/455,158, filed Feb. 6, 2017, entitled SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR 3D SCANNING, the entire disclosure of each of which applications are herein incorporated ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ENGAGING ACTUATION BASED ON RATE OF CHANGE OF PROXIMITY INPUT

Various exemplary embodiments are directed to methods including obtaining an input sample magnitude, filtering the obtained input sample magnitude, generating a sample-to-sample difference based on the filtered input sample magnitude, and engaging an actuator in accordance with a determination that the sample-to-sample difference satisfies a rate threshold. In addition, various exemplary embodiments are directed to devices including a processor, a control sensor operatively coupled to the processor and operable to obtain an input sample magnitude, an input filter operatively coupled to the processor and operable to filter the at least one obtained input magnitude sample, a non-transitory computer-readable medium operatively coupled to the processor and including a rate engine operable to generate a sample-to-sample difference based on the filtered input sample magnitude, and to generate a determination that the sample-to-sample difference satisfies a rate threshold, and a control actuator operatively coupled to the processor and operable to engage an operation mechanism in accordance with the determination that the sample-to-sample difference satisfies a rate threshold. 1. A method comprising:obtaining an input sample magnitude;filtering the obtained input sample magnitude;generating a sample-to-sample difference based on the filtered input sample magnitude; andengaging an actuator in accordance with a determination that the sample-to-sample difference satisfies a rate threshold.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:detecting a proximity input sample,wherein the obtaining further comprises obtaining the input sample magnitude based on the detected proximity input sample.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the proximity input sample comprises touch contact.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the rate threshold comprises a magnitude of rate of change in the sample-to sample difference.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:obtaining an input sample ...

Nonwoven fabric laminate

There is provided a laminate of nonwoven fabrics for outdoor applications which has good resistance to ultraviolet light. The laminate has two meltblown layers sandwiched between spunbond layers to produce an SMMS laminate. The layers have a large amount of a UV stabilizer and metal oxide pigments. Such laminates are useful for car covers, awnings and canopies, etc. When the laminate is used as a car cover, it is preferred to skew the basis weights of the outer layers so that the layer against the car is significantly lighter than the other outer layer and to reduce the denier of the fibers in the layer against the car.

Semiconductor compounds

This invention comprises a semiconducting polymer having a permittivity greater than 3.4 at 1000 Hz and a charge mobility in the pure state greater than 10 -7 cm 2 V -1 s -1 and more preferably greater than 10 -6 cm 2 V -1 s -1 . Preferred polymers include repeating units of triarylamines which have specific cyano and/or alkoxy substitution. They are suitable for use in electronic components such as organic thin film transistors.

Semiconductor compounds

This invention comprises a semiconducting polymer having a permittivity greater than 3.4 at 1000 Hz and a charge mobility in the pure state greater than 10 −7 cm 2 V −1 s −1 and more preferably greater than 10 −6 cm 2 V −1 s −1 . Preferred polymers include repeating units of triarylamines which have specific cyano and/or alkoxy substitution. They are suitable for use in electronic components such as organic thin film transistors.

Portable allergen detection system

The present invention provides systems, devices and methods for detecting the presence and/or absence of one or more allergens in a sample particularly a food sample. The detection system includes a separate sample pickup, one or more disposables for receiving and processing a test sample and a detection device that can execute an allergen detection testing in minutes. The present detection system and device is compact and portable.

Software audit system

A software audit system is provided in conjunction with an anti-virus system. A computer virus scan request received by the anti-virus system ( 16 ) is used to trigger an audit data generator ( 18 ) to generate audit data. The audit data generator ( 18 ) may also serve to ban certain computer programs from execution and monitor the concurrent usage of other computer programs.

A broiler

Container

Axial retention of a platform seal

A gas turbine engine component having an axial pin stop assembly that reduces stress around a seal pin damper slot between a platform and a buttress is disclosed. The seal pin damper slot is extended to the leading edge of the buttress and an axial pin stop seal extends into the pin damper slot to limit movement of the seal pin damper while relieving stress concentration at the interface between the buttress and platform.

Collapsible snowshoe

A collapsible snowshoe is provided. The snowshoe includes a frame having a first supporting cross-bar configured to interact with a second supporting cross-bar, wherein the cross-bars are configured to alternate between an open position and a closed position, a first supporting material configured to be coupled to the cross-bars and further configured to extend between the cross-bars, whereby the extended supporting material creates a support surface for walking when the cross-bars are in the open position; and a frame-locking mechanism configured to secure the cross-bars in the open position.

Redirection of web content

Aspects described herein are directed to the redirection of web content from a virtual desktop session on a remote computing device to a client computing device for rendering. A virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device may remote a web browser instance to a receiver on a client computing device. The virtual delivery agent may receive, from the remoted browser instance on client computing device, a uniform resource locator (URL). Based on the URL, the virtual delivery agent on the remote computing device may terminate loading of page content associated with the URL on the remote computing device. The virtual delivery agent may instruct the client computing device to render the page content in an overlaid position corresponding to the remoted web browser instance on the receiver of the client computing device.

Digitized stored voice paging receiver

A paging receiver device (10) and method are disclosed in which analog information transmitted from an external source such as a paging transmitter are received and decoded. The analog information includes at least one voice message. The voice message is recovered, digitized, and stored in one of a plurality of message slots in a memory (50) of the paging receiver (10). In response to a paging user's request, the digitized stored message is recalled from memory (50), reconverted from digital information to analog information, and used to produce audible voice information being a replica of the original analog voice message.

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Systems, methods and computer program products for communicating amber alerts to a mobile workforce

Mobile workforce communication systems include a mobile workforce dispatch system that is configured to dispatch the mobile workforce to perform tasks, and wireless terminals that are carried by the mobile workforce and are configured to communicate with the mobile workforce dispatch system to allow the mobile workforce to respond to dispatches. The mobile workforce dispatch system is further configured to accept an AMBER alert notification and to broadcast a mobile workforce AMBER alert message that includes a description of an abductee and identification of a location of an abduction, to the wireless terminals, so that the mobile workforce can be apprised of an AMBER alert.

Treatment of water

Snowshoe

A collapsible snowshoe is provided. The snowshoe includes a frame having a first supporting cross-bar configured to interact with a second supporting cross-bar, wherein the cross-bars are configured to alternate between an open position and a closed position, a first supporting material configured to be coupled to the cross-bars and further configured to extend between the cross-bars, whereby the extended supporting material creates a support surface for walking when the cross-bars are in the open position; and a frame-locking mechanism including a first portion pivotally coupled to the first supporting cross-bar, a second portion pivotally coupled to the second supporting crossbar, the first portion is configured to be pivotally coupled to the second portion, wherein upon the first portion and second portion are configured to interlock with one another to secure said cross-bars in said open position.

Loader frame and bolt-on track drive

A small loader has a central body that is formed as a unitary frame that has spaced apart side walls. The body is supported on drive and support units that are independently assembled, and have mounting plates that bolt to the exterior of the respective side walls of the body when the loader is to be assembled. The mounting plates support a framework for mounting spaced rotatable members, as shown members that mount a drive track for propelling and supporting the body. In one form a separate track drive sprocket is positioned above a slidably mounted track idler that creates a tension in the drive track.

Skid steer attachment system

A skid steer attachment system for efficiently increasing the functionality of a skid steer loader. The skid steer attachment system generally includes an attachment assembly to mechanically attach to a skid steer loader, a support frame mechanically attached to the attachment assembly, wherein the support frame is comprised of a U-shaped structure and at least one wheel rotatably attached to the support frame opposite the attachment assembly and wherein the wheel is positionable upon an opposing side of the skid steer loader as the attachment assembly.

High efficiency dust sock

A dust sock filter medium laminate is provided which has at least two nonwoven webs of microfibers which have an average diameter (using a sample size of at least 10) between about 10 and 25 microns and which webs have been joined by a method comprising the steps of (a) directing the component layers to a separation zone, (b) applying water in the amount of from about 5 % to 25 % based on the weight of the combined layers, (c) combining the component layers, (d) passing the combination through a sonic bonder operating within the range of up to about 40,000 cps against a patterned anvil to produce a corresponding pattern of thermal bond areas over about 3 % to 25 % of the surface area of the combination, and, (e) drying the sonically bonded combination.

Three dimensional (3D) delta printer

Mixer rotor with spiral core ribs

An improved rotor design is provided for an internal batch mixing machine. A rotor has a rotor body with an axially extending central cavity, and with a plurality of mixing wings defined on the outer surface of the rotor body. A plurality of internal reinforcing ribs of generally spiral or curved configuration are defined on the rotor body and project into the cavity.

Narrow angle hot end for three dimensional (3D) printer

A hot end associated with an extruder for a Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) three dimensional (3D) printer includes, in at least one aspect of the subject matter described in this specification: a heater; a temperature sensor coupled with the heater; an FFF material delivery channel; a heat sink coupled with the FFF material delivery channel; a nozzle coupled with the FFF material delivery channel and with the heater, the nozzle having a total included angle of less than or equal to sixty degrees and greater than or equal to ten degrees, with respect to a nozzle target point; and a cooling delivery system for at least the heat sink; where the heat sink, the heater, the temperature sensor, the FFF material delivery channel, the nozzle, and the cooling delivery system are all contained within a volume defined by the total included angle with respect to the nozzle target point.

Utensil for cooking food

Postal bag taking and dispensing device

Compound variable elliptical airfoil fillet

A gas turbine engine blade or vane having a first platform, an airfoil, and a compound fillet extending about a region where the airfoil joins the first platform is disclosed. The compound fillet has a first conic surface and a second conic surface, with the first conic surface tangent to the airfoil and to an offset platform surface and the second conic surface tangent to the first conic surface and the first platform. The two conic surfaces are of different sizes, with different radii, and the conic surfaces can vary in size about the periphery of the joint between the airfoil and the first platform.

Webrtc api redirection with window monitoring/overlay detection

A computing system includes at least one video source, a virtual desktop server and a client computing device. The virtual desktop server includes a real-time media application to provide real-time communications (RTC), a native RTC engine, a geometry tracking module, and an API code redirection module to redirect intercepted APIs of the real-time media application intended for the native RTC engine based on redirection code injected into the real-time media application. The injected redirection code defines a placeholder to indicate positioning geometry of a video stream within an RTC window. The geometry tracking module detects the placeholder within the injected redirection code. The client computing device includes a display composition module to receive the video stream and the positioning geometry of the placeholder, and to overlay the video stream over the placeholder within the displayed RTC window based on the positioning geometry.

Digitized stored voice paging receiver

A paging receiver device (10) and method are disclosed in which analog information transmitted from an external source such as a paging transmitter are received and decoded. The analog information includes at least one voice message. The voice message is recovered, digitized, and stored in one of a plurality of message slots in a memory (50) of the paging receiver (10). In response to a paging user's request, the digitized stored message is recalled from memory (50), reconverted from digital information to analog information, and used to produce audible voice information being a replica of the original analog voice message.

Improvements in the suction feeding of sheets, cards, collapsed cartons and the like

686,103. Feeding sheets. ROSE BROS. (GAINSBOROUGH), Ltd. Aug. 31, 1950 [Sept. 16, 1949], No. 23866/49. Class 100 (i). Sheet - separators. - Collapsed cartons 12 stacked vertically on edge in a magazine 11 are separated from the stack by a suction head 13 which first moves substantially perpendicularly to the plane of the end carton to pull away the front edge, against the action of a spring-urged finger 39, and then moves substantially at right angles to pull the carton away from a fixed stop 41 and out of the magazine. A number of suction heads 13 having metal-faced suckers 27 therein are arranged around a rotatable central shaft 18, and comprise hollow arms 14 rotatablymounted in spider arms 16 fixed to the shaft 18 which is intermittently-rotated by a shaft 26 through a Geneva mechanism. Suction is applied to the suckers 27 through the arms 14 which are supported by a plate 29 over a fixed suction chamber 28. An inner wall 31 of the chamber 28 acts to cut-off the suction at a predetermined point. At their upper ends, the arms 14 have extensions 32 provided with rollers 33 engaging a cam groove 34 in a cam plate 36 freely mounted on the shaft 18 and arranged to be oscillated by a link 37 eccentrically-mounted on the shaft 26. When the shaft 18 is rotated, the leading approaching arm 14 is rocked inwardly by the cam 36 to clear the end carton 12, and then rocked outwardly to engage the carton. The shaft 18 now stops, the arm 14 is moved inwardly to withdraw the leading edge of the carton away from the stack, the shaft 18 is then rotated whereby the arm 14 moves substantially transversely of the stack to withdraw the carton from the stack against the action of the fixed stop 41, and carries it to a position where, on further outward movement of the arm 14, the leading edge passes into a recess 42 on a projection 43 from a guide rail 44. The shaft 18 again stops, the cam 36 causes the arm 14 to rock inwardly so that the carton is opened by an abutment 46 on the ...

CACHE DIRECTORY AND CONTROL

Watercraft stabilizer assembly

A watercraft stabilizer assembly includes a frame comprising a plurality of frame members connected together and a plurality of floats received on the frame. At least one clamp secures the frame to a watercraft. The clamp comprises clamp members that are securable together such that the frame and a portion of the watercraft are held together between the clamp members.

Snowshoe

A collapsible snowshoe is provided. The snowshoe includes a frame having a first supporting cross-bar configured to interact with a second supporting cross-bar, wherein the cross-bars are configured to alternate between an open position and a closed position, a first supporting material configured to be coupled to the cross-bars and further configured to extend between the cross-bars, whereby the extended supporting material creates a support surface for walking when the cross-bars are in the open position; and a frame-locking mechanism including a first portion pivotally coupled to the first supporting cross-bar, a second portion pivotally coupled to the second supporting crossbar, the first portion is configured to be pivotally coupled to the second portion, wherein upon the first portion and second portion are configured to interlock with one another to secure said cross-bars in said open position.

Portable vehicle barrier

A portable vehicle barrier for preventing the passage of unauthorized or dangerous vehicles into a protected area. The portable vehicle barrier generally includes a horizontal main beam and a plurality of spar assemblies, comprising spars radially spaced apart from each other. The spar assemblies are also spaced apart from each other along the main beam between the ends of the main beam. Accordingly, a number of spars will engage the ground or a road surface at an angle, and a number of opposite spars will be angled to engage an approaching vehicle, so as to penetrate the vehicle if it does not stop at the barrier.

A washing plant

Vehicle box cover

Materials grinder

System and method for 3D scanning

Systems and/or methods for, for a given pixel (or sub-pixel location) in an image acquired by the camera, finding which projector pixel (or more particularly, which projector column) primarily projected the light that was reflected from the object being scanned back to this camera position (e.g. what projector coordinates or projector column coordinate correspond(s) to these camera coordinates).

High efficiency dust sock

A dust sock filter medium laminate is provided which has at least two nonwoven webs of microfibers which have an average diameter (using a sample size of at least 10) between about 10 and 25 microns and which webs have been joined by a method comprising the steps of (a) directing the component layers to a separation zone, (b) applying water in the amount of from about 5 % to 25 % based on the weight of the combined layers, (c) combining the component layers, (d) passing the combination through a sonic bonder operating within the range of up to about 40,000 cps against a patterned anvil to produce a corresponding pattern of thermal bond areas over about 3 % to 25 % of the surface area of the combination, and, (e) drying the sonically bonded combination.

Materials grinder

ABSTRACT The materials grinder for comminuting large "chunks" of aggregated material has a conveyor (40) for transporting quantities of materials, including large "chunks" thereof, and a grinder having a large chamber for receiving and grinding the material into smaller and generally uniform sized particulates wherein the grinder is comprised of upper and lower grinding drums (50, 56) and guiding means (21) for guiding materials to said upper grinding drum (50) and to said lower grinding drum (56), the guide means (21) including breaker bars (26, 27, 28) for controlling the flow of materials adjacent said grinding drums (50, 56) and for determining the size of the particulate ground at each grinding drums (50, 56).

Pre-tensioned spring track tensioning system

A pretensioned spring track loading assembly (30) provides a two stage loading of a tensioning roller (28) on the interior of a vehicle drive track (20) The two stage loading first loads the track (20) under a lower tension load for normal operation, but when the track (20) is highly loaded such as when digging, or when debris is forced between the track (20) and its drive sprocket (18) or guide rollers (26), the compression of the light rate spring (54) will be stopped mechanically and a second heavier compression spring (64) will provide the loading on tension roller (28) . The additional spring tension under unusual conditions prevents detracking of the track (20) and buckling of the track (20). A lighter tension load on tension roller (28) during normal operations reduces the loads on bearings, particularly in relation to a drive motor (16) . The tension loading assembly has particular adaptability to "high" drive type tracks (20) which have a drive sprocket (18) elevated above the tension roller (28).

Hose coupling

Stemmed lighting assembly with disk-shaped illumination element.

Una unidad de iluminación que incluye una unidad de bombilla. La unidad de bombilla incluye un vástago que se proyecta desde la base de la bombilla, y un elemento de iluminación acoplado al vástago. La base de bombilla está acoplada eléctricamente al elemento de iluminación. La unidad de base está configurada para acoplarse eléctricamente a la base de bombilla y tiene una característica de interfaz configurada para acoplarse a una fuente de energía. El elemento de iluminación es capaz de iluminar cuando la característica de interfaz está conectada a la fuente de energía.

Pre-tensioned spring track tensioning system

A pretensioned spring track loading assembly (30) provides a two stage loading of a tensioning roller (28) on the interior of a vehicle drive track (20) The two stage loading first loads the track (20) under a lower tension load for normal operation, but when the track (20) is highly loaded such as when digging, or when debris is forced between the track (20) and its drive sprocket (18) or guide rollers (26), the compression of the light rate spring (54) will be stopped mechanically and a second heavier compression spring (64) will provide the loading on tension roller (28) . The additional spring tension under unusual conditions prevents detracking of the track (20) and buckling of the track (20). A lighter tension load on tension roller (28) during normal operations reduces the loads on bearings, particularly in relation to a drive motor (16) . The tension loading assembly has particular adaptability to "high" drive type tracks (20) which have a drive sprocket (18) elevated above the tension roller (28).