US11685453B2
A work machine may include an electric motor, an idler wheel, a drivable track engaged with the idler wheel, and an actuator that is electrically powered by the electric motor and configured to move the idler wheel to adjust the tension in the drivable track based on the torque output of the electric motor. The work machine also includes a controller configured to automatically control the electrical current input to the electric motor based on one or more monitored control factors associated with the work machine.
US11685450B2
A cantilevered coupling component for an interface area between a semitrailer and a tractor unit, which can be releasably connected to one another in the interface area by a pin element, the coupling component including a pin-side connection area for pivotally mounting the coupling component on the pin element, and a rail-side connection area for slidable mounting along a translation direction of the coupling component on a rail of the semitrailer.
US11685449B1
Provided is a system for robotic collaboration, including a first robotic chassis and a second robotic chassis each including a medium storing instructions that when executed by a respective processor effectuates operations including: capturing data of an environment and data indicative of movement; inferring locations visited up to a current location based on at least the data of the environment; and tracking areas cleaned based on the locations visited. The first robotic chassis performs a first part of a task and the second robotic chassis performs a second part of the task after the first robotic chassis completes the first part of the task.
US11685448B2
A draw bar stowage apparatus includes an opening through the bed floor of the cargo box of a pickup truck for receiving the insertion end of a draw bar. The stowage apparatus may include an additional bracket beneath the bed floor, bed protection, a plug and adjustable tether for securing a stowed draw bar.
US11685446B2
An electric vehicle frame strut tower to body structure interface bracket is disclosed. An example electric vehicle disclosed herein includes a frame, a battery pack supported by the frame, a body coupled to the frame, a strut tower coupled to the frame to support the body and absorb road surface impacts on the electric vehicle, and a strut tower interface bracket to couple the strut tower to the body.
US11685442B2
A vehicle includes a fiber reinforced resin member, a reinforcing member, and a fixer. Thea fiber reinforced resin member at least includes a fragile portion. The reinforcing member covers the fragile portion and reinforces the fragile portion. The fixer fixes the reinforcing member to the fiber reinforced resin member.
US11685441B2
A chassis frame for an electric vehicle may include: a first frame and a second frame spaced apart from each other in a longitudinal direction of the electric vehicle; a center frame disposed between the first frame and the second frame, and configured to have side members spaced apart from each other in a widthwise direction of the electric vehicle; a first fastener which extends from the first frame, and is fastened to a first side of the side member; and a second fastener which extends from the second frame, and is fastened to a second side of the side member, wherein the first fastener and the second fastener are configured to be in contact with entire peripheries of the side member.
US11685426B2
An apparatus for use in turning steerable vehicle wheels includes a rotatable output shaft. A first rotational input assembly is provided for transmitting a steering command from a steering control member to the output shaft. A power transmitting mechanism is configured to transmit the rotational force from the input assembly to the output shaft. The power transmitting mechanism includes a plurality of sector gears. A ball screw has longitudinally separated first and second ball screw ends. A ball nut has a plurality of rack gears. Rotational force from the input assembly turns the ball screw, and the ball nut reciprocates within the housing responsive to rotation of the ball screw to move each of the plurality of rack gears in a longitudinal direction. Longitudinal motion of the rack gear teeth responsively drives the sector gear teeth to transmit the steering command to the output shaft.
US11685423B1
A steering column comprising a first jacket and a second jacket that is axially movable with respect to the first jacket. The first jacket includes an aperture. An energy absorbing apparatus includes a strap body extending between a first end and a second end and a curved portion located between the first end and the second end. The first end includes a first connector and the second end includes a second connector selectively connected to the first connector through the aperture in the first jacket.
US11685415B2
A personal cart and method for using the personal cart. The personal cart has a platform support frame. Wheels are rotatably connected to the platform support frame. Handles are also attached to the platform support frame. A rectangular platform is rigidly connected to the platform support frame. The platform has a raised railing extending upwards along the outer perimeter of the platform. In a preferred embodiment the platform support frame is foldable. Also, in a preferred embodiment a plurality of tote bags is placed on the platform. Each tote bag laterally supports another tote bag and the plurality of tote bags is also laterally supported by the raised railing.
US11685412B2
An autonomous machine control system is disclosed. The autonomous machine control system may include a controller configured to: cause an initiation of an autonomous mode of a machine, the autonomous mode providing automatic control of a propulsion operation, a steering operation, and a work operation of the machine; determine that automatic control of the work operation is to be disabled in the autonomous mode of the machine; and cause automatic control of the work operation to be disabled in the autonomous mode of the machine, while automatic control of the propulsion operation and the steering operation is enabled in the autonomous mode of the machine.
US11685404B2
An autonomous driving control method carried out by an autonomous driving control system having an autonomous driving control unit that executes an autonomous driving control for causing a host vehicle to travel along a target travel route generated on a map, comprising setting one or a plurality of target passage gates through which the host vehicle is scheduled to pass during passage through a toll plaza, determining the presence or absence of a preceding vehicle that has the predicted passage gate that matches the target passage gate of the host vehicle from among a plurality of preceding vehicles, and carrying out following travel using the preceding vehicle that has the predicted passage gate that matches the target passage gate as a follow target.
US11685394B2
An example method includes detecting a potential threat to a vehicle that is external to the vehicle, determining a severity level of the potential threat and a location of the potential threat relative to the vehicle, and displaying an indication of the potential threat on an electronic display in a particular portion of the electronic display corresponding to the location and with a particular display attribute corresponding to the severity level. The particular portion is one of a plurality of different portions of the electronic display each corresponding to different threat locations, and the particular display attribute is one of a plurality of different display attributes corresponding to different severity levels. A corresponding system that detects and displays notifications of potential threats is also disclosed.
US11685392B2
The present disclosure is directed to apparatuses, systems and methods for automatically classifying images of occupants inside a vehicle. More particularly, the present disclosure is directed to apparatuses, systems and methods for automatically classifying images of occupants inside a vehicle by comparing current image feature data to previously classified image features.
US11685378B2
An autonomous vehicle and a system and method of operating the autonomous vehicle. The system includes a sensor and a processor. The processor determines an effective observation area of the sensor, the effective observation area being affected by an extrinsic condition. The processor determines an available time for performing a lane change based on the effective observation area and performs the lane change based on the available time.
US11685366B2
An electrified vehicle includes a controller programmed to implement performance mode control of first and second electric machines and wheel brakes associated with wheels of respective first and second axles to provide a braking force to a first axle while providing torque to the second axle to intentionally spin the tires of the second axle to provide a peelout and associated heating or smoking of the tires to improve traction and provide a visual display of power. The maneuver may be repeated for the first axle by providing torque to the first axle while applying braking force to the second axle. A sequential maneuver that spins tires of the first axle followed by tires of the second axle may be performed by specified manipulation of the brake pedal and accelerator pedal.
US11685360B2
Among other things, a world model is maintained of an environment of a vehicle. A hypothetical object in the environment that cannot be perceived by sensors of the vehicle is included in the world model.
US11685357B2
A communication method between a brake booster of a vehicle and an ESP control unit of the vehicle. In the method, a signal is coupled into a brake fluid, transported between the brake booster and the brake control unit over a brake line filled with the brake fluid, and extracted again from the brake fluid.
US11685353B2
A system for a vehicle having a brake system comprises a retention device adapted to engage and secure a container to the vehicle responsive to operation of the brake system. A method of a system for a vehicle having a brake system adapted to engage and secure a container to the vehicle responsive to operation of the brake system is also disclosed.
US11685344B2
A method and safety device for a vehicle wash tunnel with a support structure with two parallel rails for the placement, by means of corresponding carriages, of the arms of an arch which incorporates a horizontal brush capable of linear movement along the arms of the arch and the rails. The safety device includes a rotation shaft, for fastening the arms of the arch to the carriages, and an extendable cylinder, spaced from the rotation shaft, which joins each carriage to the corresponding arch, such that the arch can rotate with respect to the carriages, and the extension of the extendable cylinder causes the rotation of the arch.
US11685340B1
The disclosure is a wiper structure. The main wiper frame includes a fixing seat. A pair of secondary wiper frames is connected to two ends of the main wiper frame. Each secondary wiper frame includes a flexible sheet. The flexible sheet is disposed with sliding troughs. A length of the sliding trough is greater than a width of the sliding trough. Multiple engaging frames are evenly disposed on each secondary wiper frame. Each engaging frame includes a pressing wing and a sliding block. The sliding block includes a neck bar with a passing diameter. The passing diameter is less than the trough width. The sliding block of each engaging frame passes through the opening and abuts against each sliding trough through the neck bar. The sliding block is slidable in each sliding trough with a change of an external force exerted on corresponding one of the secondary wiper frames.
US11685339B2
A vehicle includes a communication interface, a sensor configured to detect biological information for a user of the vehicle, and a controller configured to perform electronic payments. The controller receives authentication information from a first terminal apparatus using the communication interface and acquires the biological information from the sensor when a first authentication using the received authentication information succeeds. The controller acquires authorization information indicating authorization to perform an electronic payment for the user, who is associated with the authentication information, when a second authentication using the acquired biological information succeeds.
US11685329B2
A seat for a vehicle may include a seatback including one or more inflatable bladders that may be configured to deploy in response to a triggering signal indicative of a change of velocity, collision, or predicted collision event. As at least a portion of the back of an occupant of the seat pushes against a front surface of the seatback due to the event, the one or more inflatable bladders compress at least partially the comfortable foam or comfort material in the seatback and expedite engagement of the energy absorbing material.
US11685326B2
From a set of point data, a set of scattered rays is constructed. From the set of scattered rays, a set of ray slopes is computed. The set of ray slopes is mapped to a corresponding set of trigonometric functions. Using an optimization method, a parameter of the set of trigonometric functions is selected. Using an inverse of the set trigonometric functions, a vehicle mass corresponding to the set of point data is computed. Based on the vehicle mass, a threshold braking distance of a collision avoidance system of the vehicle is adjusted, the threshold braking distance comprising a distance from an object predicted to collide with the vehicle. By braking the vehicle at least the threshold braking distance from the object, a predicted collision between the vehicle and the object is avoided.
US11685323B2
An off-road vehicle includes a vehicle body, a power system, electrical devices, an electricity storage bank, a generator, and an electric power regulator. The electric power regulator is used to regulate the voltage output from the generator to the electricity storage bank and corresponds to the electricity storage bank. The electric power regulator includes a voltage regulating chip, a switch circuit and voltage stabilizing circuit. The electric power regulator is capable of regulating the voltage output from the generator to the electricity storage bank according to the nominal voltage of the electricity storage bank, and the output voltage of the electric power regulator is greater than the bank voltage.
US11685321B2
An integrated housing assembly can be mounted on a roof of a vehicle, such as a semi-trailer truck. The integrated housing assembly includes a main enclosure that includes four sides, a top panel, and a bottom panel. One of the four sides is a front panel that is inclined towards the ground. The main enclosure includes one or more cavities. A front panel of the integrated housing assembly includes one or more openings to allow cameras or sensors to be placed within the one or more cavities and behind the one or more opening. The cameras or sensors cameras can be clamped at a downward angle within multiple lock apparatus. The angled front panel and the inclined cameras or sensors within the lock apparatus allow the cameras or sensors to obtain images or sensor data from one or more regions of interest at some distance from the front of the vehicle.
US11685316B2
A roof rail and an apparatus for attaching the roof rail to the roof of a vehicle are provided. The roof rail is elongated and includes a bottom portion for engaging the outer surface of the roof. The roof rail also includes inboard and outboard side portions extending between the bottom portion and a top portion. An access hole is provided in the roof rail on an inboard side portion or at a location that is lower than an uppermost point of the roof rail for providing access to a fastener such as a roof stud or bolt attaching the roof rail to the roof. The access hole is blocked from view from a laterally outer side of the roof rail.
US11685309B2
A vehicle projection device including: a reflector that is provided in a vehicle and is provided with a reflective surface, with the reflective surface reflecting light; an image member that is provided with an image and through which the light reflected by the reflective surface is transmitted; and a lens through which the light that has been transmitted through the image member is transmitted, whereby the image is magnified and projected.
US11685300B2
An agricultural dump cart including a frame, ground conveyance devices carrying the frame, a dump bed, a dumping mechanism and at least one live wall mechanism. The dump bed is coupled to and carried by the frame, and the dump bed has a non-dumping position and a dumping position. The dumping mechanism is connected to the dump bed, and is configured to move the dump bed between the non-dumping position and the dumping position. The at least one live wall mechanism is operatively located along a side of the dump bed. The at least one live wall mechanism is configured for moving a crop material out of the dump bed.
US11685298B2
The invention relates to a vehicle seat comprising a vehicle seat upper part and a vehicle seat lower part, which are spaced apart from one another along a height axis and are connected to one another by means of a scissor frame arrangement, wherein the scissor frame arrangement comprises at least one inner swinging arm and at least one outer swinging arm, wherein the at least one inner swinging arm and the at least one outer swinging arm are mechanically coupled, whereby an angle of inclination of the vehicle seat upper part relative to the vehicle seat lower part can be specified, wherein the mechanical coupling comprises an arm element and a first connecting element pivotably connected thereto, wherein the angle of inclination can be specified by a length of the first connecting element.
US11685297B2
A vehicle seat console includes at least one vehicle-side guide element and at least one seat-side guide element arranged parallel to the vehicle-side guide element. A length-adjustment device, which is acted on by a drive device and which is designed to bring about a relative displacement between the vehicle-side guide element and the seat-side guide element, is designed such that the length-adjustment device is provided between the seat-side guide element and a force-limiting apparatus, which is in turn coupled to the vehicle-side guide element.
US11685283B2
An example operation includes one or more of determining, via a transport, a state of charge of a storage unit of the transport, determining, via the transport, an environment at a location, determining, via the transport, a status of a charging station at the location including at least one of a location energy cost and a location power level and providing, via the transport, a needed amount of energy to the charging station at the location based on the status of the charging station.
US11685274B1
In an aspect a connector for charging an electric aircraft, wherein the connector includes a housing includes to mate with an electric aircraft port of an electric aircraft. The connector also includes at least a current conductor configured to conduct a current. A current conductor may include a direct current conductor configured to conduct a direct current and an alternating current conductor configured to conduct an alternating current. A current conductor also includes at least a control signal conductor configured to conduct a control signal wherein each of the at least a conductor and the at least a control signal conductor are configured to make a connection with a mating component on the electric aircraft port when the housing is mated with the electric aircraft port. A connector further includes a proximity sensor and a controller. The controller may be configured to be communicatively connected to the proximity sensor.
US11685273B2
Aspects relate to a connector and methods of use for charging an electric vehicle. An exemplary connector includes a housing configured to mate with an electric vehicle port of an electric vehicle, where the housing includes a fastener for removable attachment with the electric vehicle port, at least a direct current conductor configured to conduct a direct current, at least an alternating current conductor, configured to conduct an alternating current, at least a control signal conductor configured to conduct a control signal, at least a ground conductor configured to conduct to a ground, at least a coolant flow path configured to contain a flow of a coolant, and at least a proximity signal conductor configured to conduct a proximity signal indicative of attachment with the electric vehicle port when the housing is mated with the electric vehicle port.
US11685269B2
A detection device includes a detection mat having a plurality of detection coils, and at least one pair of groups of detection coils, the pair of groups of detection coils includes first and second groups of detection coils. The first and second group of detection coils comprises first and second first and second impedance values. The detection device includes one or more drive sub-systems and a comparison sub-system. The drive sub-systems are operatively coupled to the detection mat and configured to excite at least one pair of groups of detection coils. The comparison sub-system is operatively coupled to the detection mat and configured to receive a differential current signal from the pair of groups of detection coils, the comparison subsystem is configured to generate a control signal based on the differential current signal.
US11685260B2
A vehicle includes a display device that displays information indicating an operation state of an internal combustion engine. A display control device which is a control device that controls the display device includes an acquisition unit configured to acquire the operation state of the internal combustion engine. The display control device includes a display control unit that switches information which is displayed on the display device between a warm-up indicator for notifying that warm-up of the internal combustion engine is being performed and a warm-up completion indicator for notifying that warm-up of the internal combustion engine has been completed. The display control unit is configured to prohibit switching from the warm-up completion indicator to the warm-up indicator when the warm-up completion indicator is being displayed on the display device while the internal combustion engine is operating.
US11685258B1
A system and method for controlling a torque transfer clutch of a vehicle. A first data source indicates if the clutch is in AWD or 4×4 mode. An integrator system monitors energy transferred across the clutch. A temperature data source measures or calculates the clutch temperature. In a first case, the integrator accumulates data of the energy across the clutch during a monitoring period that is compared to a maximum accumulated energy value and initiates a powertrain torque dependent transfer point learn routine. In a second case, the controller responds to energy accumulator cycle data in a single monitoring cycle that is compared to a maximum cycle data value. In a third case, the controller responds to clutch temperature data and compares the temperature data to a maximum temperature value. The second and third cases initiate a non-powertrain torque dependent transfer point learn routine.
US11685248B2
A vehicle has a body, a high-voltage accumulator that is mounted on the body by fastening elements, and at least one central connector which differs from the fastening elements and is designed to support the body on the high-voltage accumulator. The central connector is in the form of a hydraulic bearing that extends between the body and the high-voltage accumulator.
US11685241B2
An articulating soft front cockpit cover assembly including an auxiliary tensioning link, coupling link and cross-car bow. A pivot point rotatable joining the auxiliary tensioning link and coupling link is located at the top of the auxiliary tensioning link. A bracket is provided on the auxiliary tensioning link or coupling link and extends cross-car and attaches to the front or rear edge of the cross-car bow. The soft front cockpit cover assembly in sealing engagement with a rearward top portion of a roof. The articulating portion movable between at least a closed position over about the front vehicle cockpit and at least one open position for an open-air feel.
US11685234B2
A control system includes a refrigerant recovery module and at least one of a valve control module and a compressor control module. The refrigerant recovery module is configured to generate a refrigerant recovery signal to initiate a recovery of refrigerant from a first heat exchanger of a thermal system for an electric vehicle, and to stop the refrigerant recovery based on a temperature of refrigerant circulating through the first heat exchanger. The valve control module is configured to open a first valve to allow refrigerant to flow through the first heat exchanger in response to the refrigerant recovery signal. The compressor control module is configured to increase a speed of a compressor disposed upstream from the first heat exchanger in response to the refrigerant recovery signal.
US11685218B2
Methods and systems for hydraulic vehicle suspension are provided. A hydraulic suspension system, in one example, includes a first manifold including a piston-side interface and a rod-side interface fluidically coupled to a piston chamber and a rod chamber, respectively, for each of a first hydraulic cylinder and a second hydraulic cylinder. In the system, the first manifold includes a first electrically activated valve fluidically coupled to the piston-side interfaces, a first damping device, and a second damping device, the first electrically activated valve is configured to lock and unlock vertical motion of the first and second hydraulic cylinders and, while vertical motion of the first and second hydraulic cylinders is locked, the first electrically activated valve permits fluidic communication between the first and second hydraulic cylinders to permit free roll motion in the hydraulic suspension system.
US11685217B1
A pneumatic automotive height adjuster assembly provides at least one bag removably connected to a vehicle having a frame. The at least one bag is configured to adjust a height of the frame. An air supply line has a supply end and a discharge end. The discharge end is in fluid communication with each of the at least one bag. The air supply is configured to provide air to inflate the at least one bag. A switch is in fluid communication with the supply end of the air supply line. The switch has a first discharge, a second discharge, and a switch input. A leveling valve is in fluid communication with the first discharge. The air supply line is in fluid communication with the second discharge. An air supply is in fluid communication with the leveling valve and the switch input.
US11685215B2
A load estimation device includes: an air spring having a diaphragm that expands and contracts due to supply and exhaust of air, and configured to support a support body in a liftable manner; an auxiliary support portion configured to support the support body separately from the air spring; a displacement sensor configured to measure a length of the air spring; a pressure sensor configured to measure an internal pressure of the air spring; a temperature sensor disposed together with the air spring, and configured to measure a temperature of the air spring; and a calculation unit configured to calculate a spring load supported by the air spring based on measured results of the displacement sensor, the pressure sensor and the temperature sensor.
US11685214B2
End members are supportable along a damper housing and dimensioned for securement to a flexible spring member. The end members include a wall with a first wall portion having an outer surface portion dimensioned to receivingly engage the flexible spring member. A second wall portion includes an inner surface portion dimensioned to receivingly engage a torsional isolator supported on the damper housing. A third wall portion extends radially outward beyond the second wall portion and includes a passage surface at least partially defining a passage extending axially through the third wall portion. The passage is dimensioned to receive a projection of the torsional isolator. End member assemblies including such an end member as well as gas spring and damper assemblies and suspension systems are also included.
US11685213B2
A top mount assembly includes an insulator coupled to a vehicle body; an upper housing coupled to the insulator; a lower housing coupled to the upper housing; a bearing arranged between the upper housing and the lower housing; an inner seal member comprising a seal frame coupled to the upper end portion of the lower housing in a radially inward direction of the bearing, a seal base portion coupled to the seal frame and a plurality of inner seal lips. The seal frame includes a sleeve coupled to the upper end portion of the upper housing and a flange extending from an upper end of the sleeve in a radially outward direction. The seal base portion is coupled to the flange of the seal frame. The upper end of the inner seal lips is disposed to be spaced apart from the inner sidewall of the upper housing.
US11685206B2
A vibration minimization towing hitch includes a shank attachable into the receiver tube the towing vehicle, and a separately formed head, such as for supporting a tow ball. The head is pivotable through a partial range of motion relative to the head, such as allowing the tow ball to pivot up to 7° downward or up to 3° upward. One or more compressible inserts are disposed in a pocket between the shank and the head, for resisting the limited pivotal motion of the head relative to the shank. A user performs a part of the assembly using two insertable pins or bolts, with insertion of the second pin compressing a compressible bumper which is separate from the insert(s).
US11685188B2
A dual-state caster apparatus having a caster head with a state-change pivot configured to change the steering axis of the caster apparatus. A braking system with a brake control cable is incorporated into the caster apparatus wherein the state-change pivot and the braking system are configured to allow a wheel to swivel without interference with the brake control cable.
US11685165B2
An image recording apparatus includes a liquid chamber that stores liquid, a first electrode pin and a second electrode pin to be inserted into the liquid chamber, applying unit for applying voltage across the first electrode pin and the second electrode pin, with the first electrode pin as an anode side and the second electrode pin as a cathode side, and detecting unit for detecting electric current flowing, and detection operation of detecting amount of liquid in the liquid chamber by the detecting unit detecting the electric current when the applying unit applies voltage. Prior to the detection operation, an oxidization aging operation is performed, in which the applying unit applies voltage across the first electrode pin and the second electrode pin. An amount of an oxide layer formed on at least a portion of the first electrode pin exposed inside the liquid chamber is greater than the second.
US11685163B2
A member includes a plurality of pad electrodes and a casing, wherein the plurality of pad electrodes are mounted on the casing and are rotatable relative to the casing on the casing.
US11685157B2
A printing platform includes a printing engine with one or more printheads arranged such that the ink drops are jetted vertically upwards against the action of gravity; and a substrate transportation system where the normal to the surface in contact with the substrate is parallel and with opposite direction to the travelling direction of the jetted ink drops. It is necessary to counteract the weight of the substrate during the printing process to avoid it from falling under the action of gravity. This is achieved through any of a mechanical element that interferes with the falling of the substrate and that keeps it in place; or a system that generates adhesion forces between the element that transmits the motion to the substrate, typically a conveyor belt, and the substrate through the action of electrostatic forces, an air pressure differential between both faces of the substrate, or any other suitable mechanism.
US11685148B2
Disclosed are a film releasing assembly, a film sticking machine and a method for using the film sticking machine. The film releasing assembly comprises a pedestal and a sliding block seat. The pedestal is recessed inwards to form a process groove therein, and the process groove defines a positioning area and a film sticking area which are communicated with each other. The sliding block seat is arranged in the process groove and capable of reciprocating in the positioning area and the film sticking area, and the sliding block seat at one end thereof facing to the film sticking area comprises a pushing portion formed to peel a release layer off from a film and guide the release layer peeled downwards to the process groove.
US11685145B2
A flow path structure including a first-flow path includes a first-flow path member that including a first-resin member made of a resin and a first-film member having a film, a second-flow path member laminated on the first-flow path member and adhered to the first-flow path member, in which the first-resin member includes a first-front surface that is a surface facing the second-flow path member and that is provided with a first-recessed portion, the first-film member includes a first-surface and a second-surface that is opposite from the first-surface, at least a portion of the first-surface is in close contact with a front surface of the first-resin member inside the first-recessed portion, and the second-surface and the second-flow path member define at least a portion of the first-flow path in a region overlapping the first-recessed portion in a laminating direction of the first-flow path member and the second-flow path member.
US11685140B2
A non-wicking underlayment board and methods for forming the same. The non-wicking underlayment board includes a foam core formed of closed cell foam with reinforcement layers encapsulated within the foam core. Outer facings formed of mineral coated nonwoven fibers are positioned on opposite faces of the non-wicking underlayment panel. The non-wicking underlayment board is useful for efficient and cost effective installation of barriers and surfaces in water-resistant and waterproof environments.
US11685138B2
Articles, such as sanitary tissue products, including fibrous structures, and more particularly articles including fibrous structures having a plurality of fibrous elements wherein the article exhibits differential cellulose content throughout the thickness of the article and methods for making same are provided.
US11685135B2
A vehicle sandwich component with a layered construction having a honeycomb structure. The honeycomb structure may have a first lower honeycomb layer and a second upper honeycomb layer, the first lower honeycomb layer has at least one edge portion protruding laterally in the transverse direction beyond the second upper honeycomb layer, and a central honeycomb layer region or compression region which has a reduced thickness, achieved by compression, in relation to the edge portion and on which the second upper honeycomb layer is provided. Also, method for producing a vehicle-sandwich component of this type.
US11685130B2
There is provided a method that includes directing one or more infrared cameras at a compaction roller of a composite laying head of a composite layup machine. The one or more infrared cameras are mounted aft of the compaction roller. The method includes applying heat to a substrate by a heater. The heater is mounted forward of the compaction roller. The method further includes using the one or more infrared cameras, to obtain one or more infrared images of the compaction roller, during laying down of one or more composite tows of a composite layup onto the substrate by the compaction roller. The method further includes identifying, based on the one or more infrared images, one or more temperature profiles of the compaction roller, and analyzing identified temperature profiles, to determine one or more of, a layup quality of the composite layup, and a heat history of the composite layup.
US11685128B2
A system for fabricating a composite structure includes a ply carrier including a ply support surface configured to support at least one composite ply. The system includes a carrier transfer device configured to convey the ply carrier. The system includes a lamination system configured to selectively apply the at least one composite ply to the ply support surface of the ply carrier. The system includes a transfer system configured to remove the ply carrier from the carrier transfer device and to apply the at least one composite ply to at least a portion of a forming surface of a forming tool. The system includes a forming system configured to form the at least one composite ply over the at least a portion of the forming surface of the forming tool.
US11685124B2
A method for preparing a sacrificial support material for use in printing a three-dimensional (3D) article includes providing a water-soluble thermoplastic polymer composite including a water-soluble thermoplastic polyethylene oxide graft polymer having a polyethylene oxide polymer backbone, and from about 0.05% to about 10% by weight of the polyethylene oxide polymer backbone of at least one polar vinyl monomer grafted to the polyethylene oxide polymer backbone. One or more nanoscopic particulate processing aids may be uniformly dispersed in the graft polymer in an amount of from about 0.05% to about 10% by weight of the water-soluble thermoplastic polymer composite. The water-soluble thermoplastic polymer composite may have a viscosity in the range of about 100 to about 10,000 Pa-sec. The method may also include forming the water-soluble thermoplastic polymer composite into the 3D printable sacrificial support material.
US11685119B2
A retractable purging mechanism is preferably comprised of a bracket that is connectable to a 3D printer. An actuatable shaft is secured to the bracket and the shaft engages a rocker arm, which in turn engages a collecting tray and moves the collecting tray from a first position to a second position. The collecting tray is adapted to receive a material that is discarded when, for example, a different print colour is used in 3D printing. A sweeper is also provided, the sweeper connected to the collecting tray to remove the material from the collecting tray.
US11685115B2
In one example in accordance with the present disclosure, an additive manufacturing module is described. The additive manufacturing module includes an agent distributor to selectively distribute a fabrication agent onto layers of build material. The agent distributor includes at least one fluidic ejection die. Each fluidic ejection die includes a plurality of nozzles arranged along a die length and a die width, the plurality of nozzles arranged such that, for each set of neighboring nozzles, a respective subset of each set of neighboring nozzles are positioned at different die width positions along the width of the fluidic ejection die. The fluidic ejection die also includes, for each respective nozzle of the plurality of nozzles, a respective ejection chamber fluidically coupled to the respective nozzle and for each respective ejection chamber, at least one respective fluid feed hole fluidically coupled to the respective ejection chamber.
US11685114B2
Some examples include an additive manufacturing system including a processor and a memory to store instructions. The instructions cause the processor to generate print data from received data related to a three-dimensional build object. The generated print data includes defined print data to dispensing a first agent at a build area of a build material layer, defined print data to selectively dispensing a second agent at a component receiving area within the build area of the build material layer, the second agent to locally reduce a viscosity of the build material at the component receiving area to a viscous state, and defined print data to position a component within the component receiving area at a time of the component receiving area being in a viscous state.
US11685108B2
A method of printing a cellular solid (120) by direct bubble writing comprises introducing an ink formulation (102) comprising a polymerizable monomer and a gas (104) into a nozzle (106), which includes a core flow channel (108) radially surrounded by an outer flow channel (110). The ink formulation is directed into the outer flow channel (110) and the gas is directed into the core flow channel (108). The ink formulation (102) and the gas (104) are ejected out of the nozzle (106) as a stream of bubbles (112), where each bubble includes a core (114) comprising the gas and a liquid shell (116) overlying the core that comprises the ink formulation. After ejection, the polymerizable monomer is polymerized to form a solid polymeric shell (118) from the liquid shell (116), and the bubbles are deposited on a substrate (122) moving relative to the nozzle (106). Thus, a polymeric cellular solid (120) having a predetermined geometry is printed.
US11685097B2
A parison for being blow molded into a medical balloon for a catheter includes a first tubular layer having a functional modification and a second tubular layer adapted for bonding with the first tubular layer to form the blow molded balloon. Related methods are disclosed.
US11685096B2
Disclosed is a method for the manufacture of fibrous yarn including the steps, where an aqueous suspension including fibers and at least one rheology modifier is provided, followed by directing the suspension through at least one nozzle, to form at least one yarn, and then dewatering the yarn.
US11685094B2
An injection molding heat removal sensing and control system and method are provided for determining and controlling a heat transfer rate for a mold in a molding machine. The system includes an inflow temperature sensor for sensing an inflow temperature for coolant provided to the mold, an outflow temperature sensor for sensing an outflow temperature for coolant exiting the mold, and a flow rate sensor for sensing a flow rate for coolant through the mold. The electronic processor is also configured to calculate a heat transfer rate for the mold from the inflow temperature, the outflow temperature, the flow rate for the coolant, and the calculated mass and the temperature of the molten plastic. The processor determines a time lag between when heat enters the mold and when heat is removed by the coolant and pre-emptively adjusts coolant flow rate to provide uniform heat transfer throughout a molding cycle. The heat transfer rate and total energy removed can be determined and provided on the display.
US11685092B2
Techniques are described for injection molding. When material inside a cavity of a tool is solidified into a molded part, the tool imparts a finished surface onto the part, including sidewalls with a zero or low-draft angle. To allow separation from the cavity without using sleeves or sliders, the cavity is widened, just prior to the part being ejected. The tool is made from metal with a high coefficient of thermal expansion, so the size of the cavity can be manipulated using temperature control. Heat applied to an outer portion of the metal surrounding the cavity pulls the metal away from the part creating an air gap within the cavity. Carefully applied cooling to an inner portion of the metal blocks the heat and keeps the surface temperature under control, which preserves the finished surface on the part. When the air gap allows, the part releases from the cavity with the finished surface intact.
US11685091B2
A rubber distributor for injection molds wherein the distributor comprises two or more modular units, sleeves each interchangeably insertable in a modular unit, one or more injectors to feed melted rubber to the distributor and one or more discharge nozzles to discharge the melted rubber from the distributor towards an external mold. Each sleeve has a through hole extending along the longitudinal axis of the same sleeve. Sleeves have a groove extending over respective side surfaces. Groove and the inner surface of the respective housing in the modular unit define a coil that can be supplied with a thermoregulating fluid whenever the sleeve is inserted into a modular unit. The modular units can be constrained to one another to define one or more channels for distribution of melted rubber that extend from an injector to one or more discharge nozzles, depending on a desired path. Modularity of the units allows the distributor to have ducts for distribution of melted rubber of a desired geometry. Through holes of the sleeves define corresponding lengths of at least one channel for distribution of melted rubber. Since the sleeves are cooled and the melted rubber flows inside them, the distributor is thermoregulated.
US11685077B2
A method of manufacturing a wafer mounting table according to an embodiment includes: (a) a step of loading a ceramic slurry containing a ceramic powder and a gelling agent into opening portions of a metal mesh, inducing a chemical reaction of the gelling agent to gelate the ceramic slurry, and then performing degreasing and calcining to prepare a ceramic-loaded mesh; (b) a step of sandwiching the ceramic-loaded mesh between a first ceramic calcined body and a second ceramic calcined body obtained by calcining after mold cast forming so as to prepare a multilayer body; and (c) a step of hot press firing the multilayer body to prepare the wafer-receiving table.
US11685069B2
An apparatus for testing a razor blade comprises a base, a material support table, a material sample, a transport carriage, a blade retention assembly, and a razor blade. The material support table is supported by the base. The transport carriage is movably coupled with the base and is movable with respect to the material support table between a start position and an end position. The blade retention assembly is movably coupled with the transport carriage and is movable with respect to the material support table between a blade-engaged position and a blade disengaged position. The blade retention assembly is movable together with the transport carriage between the start position and the end position. The blade is releasably attached to the blade retention assembly. The razor blade contacts the material sample when the blade retention assembly is in the blade-engaged position. Methods are also provided.
US11685065B2
An apparatus including left and right handle portions; a first blade portion; a first device; and a fastener. The fastener may be configured to connect in a first state, first ends of the left handle portion, the right handle portion, and the first blade portion to each other, with the first blade portion sandwiched between the left and right handle portions. The first device may be configured to connect second ends of the left and right handle portions and an intermediate part of the first blade portion. In at least one embodiment, in the first state the left and right handle portions, and the first blade portion are fixed to each other so that their orientation with respect to one another cannot be changed without disconnecting the fastener so that it no longer connects the first ends of the left and right handle portions, and the first blade portion.
US11685062B2
The oil content of at least two kinematic modules in different axes of the industrial robot is connected by the oil line to the closed circuit of the oil between interconnected kinematic modules. The system includes the pump engaged in pushing the oil in the upper-mounted kinematic module and the filtration device for filtering the oil in the circulating circuit or in a separate circuit with the oil tank. The system includes at least one diagnostic element, for example an oil temperature sensor or an oil pressure sensor or an oil pollution sensor connected to the evaluation unit. The evaluation unit is interconnected with the industrial robot control system, thus, the oil economy is controlled and planned depending on the actual load of the individual kinematic modules.
US11685060B2
The invention relates to a method for gripping an object by a handling system, including a robot with at least one robot arm, a gripping device which is connected to the robot arm and has a pneumatically operated suction gripper having an elastically deformable contact portion for contact with an outer surface of the object to be gripped, an identifier for identifying the outer surface of the object to be gripped and a controller which interacts with the identifier and is designed to control the robot.
US11685058B2
A soft gripper including tentacles, each tentacle includes lower and upper members connected by a connector. Each member includes guide discs, and each guide disc includes a ring with passthrough holes, and a spacer located in a donut hole of the ring with passthrough holes, the passthrough holes collectively define cable pathways. The connector includes a center thru-hole and transfer channels. Cables have proximal ends attached to actuators and extend through apertures of a baseplate located at a proximal end of the lower member. A set of lower cables extend through the lower ring passthrough holes to couple to a distal lower guide disc. A set of upper cables extend through the lower spacer passthrough holes, through the transfer channels to the upper ring passthrough holes to couple to a distal upper guide ring, and an end cap is attached to the distal end of the upper member.
US11685052B2
A method for operating a vision guided robot arm system comprising a robot arm provided with an end effector at a distal end thereof, a display, an image sensor and a controller, the method comprising: receiving from the sensor image an initial image of an area comprising at least one object and displaying the initial image on the display; determining an object of interest amongst the at least one object and identifying the object of interest within the initial image; determining a potential action related to the object of interest and providing a user with an identification of the potential action; receiving a confirmation of the object of interest and the potential action from the user; and automatically moving the robot arm so as to position the end effector of the robot arm at a predefined position relative to the object of interest.
US11685040B1
An adjustable carpentry reveal tool includes a base member, and a sliding member slidably engaged to the base member wherein the sliding member is configured to be selectively displaced along predetermined linear increments relative to the base member without becoming detached from the base member. Advantageously, the sliding member is configured to simultaneously mark a pair of adjustable reveals along the x-axis and the y-axis of the trim corner of the frame opening without having to fasten the base member to the trim corner of the frame opening. Notably, in this manner, the adjustable reveals are defined between an outermost periphery of the base member and an outermost periphery of the sliding member.
US11685035B2
The electric tool including a motor having a stator and a rotor, a rotation shaft integrally rotating with the rotor, a casing accommodating the motor, a ventilating window disposed in the casing, a cooling fan sucking an air through the ventilating window to cool off the motor, a magnetic body disposed to the rotation shaft, a magnetic detection unit detecting a rotational position of the magnetic body, and a circuit substrate on which the magnetic detection unit is mounted. The circuit substrate and the magnetic body are disposed to be isolated from a wind path of a cooling wind generated by rotation of the cooling fan.
US11685028B2
A power tool system includes a hydraulic power tool. The hydraulic power tool includes a hydraulic drive, a sensor, and a first electronic processor. The sensor is configured to detect an operational parameter of the hydraulic drive during an operation by the hydraulic drive. The first electronic processor is configured to store a plurality of data points based on the operational parameter detected during the operation and send the plurality of data points to an external device. The external device includes a display screen and a second electronic processor configured to receive the plurality of data points from the hydraulic power tool, control the display screen to display an expected data point for the operational parameter for the operation, and control the display screen to display an actual data curve based on the plurality of data points, the actual data curve overlaid on the expected data point.
US11685023B2
A pliers tool (01) includes a hosting pliers that attaches to and manipulates a separate, principal use pliers (02) wherein the hosting pliers has as a first receiver and a first retainer as facilitated by a PLBA (50) that is connected to a first frontward ply (24a). The PLBA (50) is configured to receive and retain to a ply assembly of the hosting pliers a handle of the principal use pliers (02).
US11685020B2
In an automatic wet sanding apparatus including a paper peeling unit that has a clamping shaft and a clamping hook, an inclination angle of a leading end surface of the clamping hook is equal to an inclination angle of an outer circumferential surface of a cushion pad at the start of a paper peeling step. Thus, the leading end surface of the clamping hook comes into contact with an outer circumferential end of a disc at the same time as coming into contact with the outer circumferential surface of the cushion pad, so that the cushion pad is less likely to get caught due to deformation of the outer circumferential surface and its peripheral part of the cushion pad. It is therefore possible to appropriately remove the sandpaper from the cushion pad and stably perform the task of removing the sandpaper.
US11685018B2
The temperature of the chamber housing a shot wheel of a shot blaster is controlled by positioning a fan exterior to the chamber that creates air flow across a mounting plate defining the chamber. The air flow created by the fan may also pass around the bearing surrounding the drive shaft that turns the shot wheel.
US11685014B2
Methods and formulations for manufacturing polishing articles used in polishing processes are provided. In one implementation, a UV curable resin precursor composition is provided. The UV curable resin precursor comprises a precursor formulation. The precursor formulation comprises a first resin precursor component that comprises a semi-crystalline radiation curable oligomeric material, wherein the semi-crystalline radiation curable oligomeric material is selected from a semi-crystalline aliphatic polyester urethane acrylate, a semi-crystalline aliphatic polycarbonate urethane acrylate, a semi-crystalline aliphatic polyether urethane acrylate, or combinations thereof. The precursor formulation further comprises a second resin precursor component that comprises a monofunctional or multifunctional acrylate monomer. The resin precursor formulation further comprises a photoinitiator, wherein the precursor formulation has a viscosity that enables the precursor formulation to be dispensed to form a portion of a polishing article by an additive manufacturing process.
US11685008B1
A dodge method of machining path and a machining system is provided. By inserting a flag into an original machining path, an interference between the flag and a suction cup of a support unit is determined. A coding instruction is inserted at the interference to edit the original machining path, thereby generating an edited machining path. Therefore, when a machining equipment executes the edited machining path, the support unit may smoothly dodge a knife of the machining equipment.
US11685004B2
An example welding-type system includes: processing circuitry; and a machine readable storage medium comprising a machine readable instruction, when executed by the processing circuitry, cause the processing circuitry to: control a first switch to disconnect a motor circuit from a motor power source, the motor circuit comprising a wire feed motor and a second switch; control the second switch to permit current to flow while the first switch disconnects the motor circuit from the motor power source during a test period; and in response to feedback indicative of a current through the motor circuit while the first switch is open and the second switch is closed, detecting a fault condition associated with the motor circuit.
US11685002B2
A method and system for detecting an operating condition of an optical element along a propagation path of a power laser beam in a laser processing machine head are based on a first signal of a back-propagating optical radiation at the wavelength of the laser beam; a second signal of a back-propagating optical radiation having a wavelength in the near infrared; a third signal of an optical radiation emitted by the optical element in the infrared in proximity to its surface; a fourth signal which is a function of the time-of-flight of an acoustic wave launched through the volume of the optical element.
US11685000B2
A tool arrangement is provided for accommodating portions of an optical tool in a park position, having an optical tool and having a housing with an opening suitable for accommodating portions of the optical tool in a housing interior, with a housing discharge connected to the housing in a fluid-conducting manner, and with a sealing sleeve arranged at the opening of the housing, wherein the sealing sleeve has a fluid-carrying line for adapting a variable fill volume of the sealing sleeve. In addition, a method is provided for accommodating portions of an optical tool in a park position.
US11684977B2
Herein discussed is a method of heating a material having a surface comprising exposing the surface to an electromagnetic radiation source emitting a first wavelength spectrum; receiving a second wavelength spectrum from the surface using a detector at a sampling frequency; wherein the first wavelength spectrum and the second wavelength spectrum have no greater than 10% of overlap, wherein the overlap is the integral of intensity with respect to wavelength. In an embodiment, the first wavelength spectrum and the second wavelength spectrum have no greater than 5% of overlap or no greater than 3% of overlap or no greater than 1% of overlap or no greater than 0.5% of overlap. In an embodiment, exposing the surface to the radiation source causes the material to sinter at least partially.
US11684976B2
The invention provides a method of manufacturing a transition piece that has a high degree of freedom in adjustment of a length, a shape, or the like, can carry out a dissimilar metal welding easily, and is easy to perform, and a transition piece. The transition piece includes one end having the same composition as one material to be welded, another end having the same composition as another material to be welded, and an intermediate layer formed between the one end and the other end. The composition of the one end and the composition of the other end become the same as approaching a center. In the method of manufacturing the transition piece according to the invention, at least the intermediate layer among the one end, the other end, and the intermediate layer is formed by a additive manufacturing method.
US11684974B2
A ducted heat exchanger system for a gas turbine engine includes an additive manufactured heat exchanger core with a contoured external and/or internal geometry. A method of additively manufacturing a heat exchanger for a gas turbine engine includes additively manufacturing a core of a heat exchanger to set a ratio of local surface area to flow area to control a pressure drop per unit length along the core.
US11684965B2
A method for forming a QCr0.8 alloy tapered cylindrical ring, including: heating a standard QCr0.8 alloy cylindrical part followed by upsetting and stretching at least twice to obtain a primary blank; heating the primary blank followed by upsetting and chamfering to obtain a secondary blank, where a diameter of a top end is greater than that of a bottom end; subjecting the secondary blank to backward extrusion to form a preform; machining the preform to remove a flash and a bottom residue; subjecting a bottom end of the preform to local bulging to enable a shape and a size thereof to match that of a drive roller in a forming tooling, so as to form a profiled ring blank; and rolling the profiled ring blank by a radial-axial ring rolling machine with the forming tooling to form the tapered cylindrical ring.
US11684955B2
An apparatus for processing a substrate includes a housing having a processing space in which the substrate is processed, a support unit that supports the substrate in the processing space, a nozzle that dispenses a chemical onto the substrate placed on the support unit, a chemical supply unit that supplies the chemical to the nozzle, and a controller that controls the chemical supply unit.
US11684945B2
A dispensing system can include a material delivery assembly that includes a tubular reservoir with a tubular extension, where the tubular reservoir includes a longitudinal axis; a nozzle body, where the tubular extension fluidly couples the tubular reservoir to the nozzle body; and a rotor coupling that operatively couples to the material delivery assembly for rotation of the tubular reservoir about its longitudinal axis.
US11684943B2
An aerosol generating device includes an aerosol generator and a plug. The aerosol generator includes a container and an atomizing module arranged in the container. The container has a liquid chamber, an aerosol chamber, and an insertion slot defining an insertion direction. The liquid chamber and the aerosol chamber are respectively arranged at two opposite sides of the atomizing module, and are in spatial communication with each other through the atomizing module. The atomizing module includes two electrode regions having the same polarity and being electrically connected to each other. The plug is detachably inserted into the insertion slot of the container along the insertion direction, and a conductive terminal of the plug contacts the two electrode regions.
US11684940B2
The invention solves the problem of protecting aircraft components during finishing. Such components are large and require masking films of vast dimensions which are difficult to handle and position rapidly. The invention relates to films packaged to facilitate transport, and to a method of positioning the packaged films on the corresponding components. The longitudinal and/or transverse portions of the films are packaged by means of at least one opération chosen from among: accordion folding, telescopic folding, gâte folding, roll folding, winding around a mandrel, and winding on itself. The packaged films can have positioning markers on at least one surface and/or tear lines suitable for detaching the portions of film to be separated. The invention also concerns a kit comprising a film and a guide element for guiding the positioning of the film on the component.
US11684924B2
A specimen collection device and a method of using the specimen collection device are disclosed herein. In some aspects, the specimen collection device allows for the individual collection of specimens via a removable specimen tray that can easily be swapped during a procedure. The specimen collection device includes a flexible sealing element for the continual use of suction during the procedure even when the specimen tray is not inserted.
US11684919B2
Methods for screening a plurality of sample fluids for molecules which can bind to predefined ligands, comprising, selecting one of a plurality of flow cell groups by fluidly connecting the selected flow cell group to a sample delivery unit; injecting a sample fluid to be screened from the sample delivery unit into the flow cells in the selected flow cell group; for each flow cell in the selected flow cell group, recording a signal using a sensor which represents the binding and/or the dissociation of molecules of the sample fluid to/from ligands on the test surface of that flow cell; carrying out a damage assessment step using said recorded signals; if it is determined that the test surface of a flow cell in the selected flow cell group is damaged, then fluidly connecting the other flow cell group to the sample delivery unit. There is further provided assemblies which can be used to implement the afore-mentioned methods.
US11684917B2
A microfluidic apparatus includes a substrate defining a microchannel having inlet and an outlet defining a length of the microchannel. The microchannel has a main channel extending from the inlet to the outlet, and a plurality of side cavities extending from the main channel. The cavities are in fluid communication with the main channel. A method includes introducing a sample into the microchannel through the inlet to fill the entire microchannel, and then introducing a solvent into the microchannel through the inlet at a controlled flow rate and inlet pressure. A developed solvent front then moves along the main channel from the inlet to the outlet while displacing the sample in the main channel. Images of the microchannel are acquired as the front moves, and a miscibility condition is determined based on the images.
US11684914B2
Methods of transferring material from a first device having an array of microwells to a second device is provided. In some examples, the first device and the second device are moved together toward a stopper plate and impinge on the stopper plate. In other examples, the first device and the second device are kept stationary and an impinging device is impacted on a mounting structure enclosing the first and second devices, causing material transfer from the microwells of the first device to the second device. Apparatus for carrying out the transfer of material is also disclosed.
US11684901B2
The present invention refers to a method for the preparation of zero-valent-transition metal nanowires such as crystalline silver nanowires, and to a reactor oven for the preparation of zero-valent-transition metal nanowires.
US11684896B2
A membrane sorbent is described, which comprises 1-6 wt % silicon carbide nanoparticles dispersed in a polymer matrix. The polymer matrix may comprise polysulfone and polyvinylpyrrolidone. The membrane sorbent is used for separating oil from a contaminated water mixture. The silicon carbide nanoparticles of the membrane sorbent may be made from rice husk ash.
US11684893B2
A method for exosome separation and extraction by stacked centrifugal filtration. It is used in molecular biology and clinical examination and comprises an exosome separation and extraction kit consisting of the stacked centrifugal filtration device, an incubation buffer and a protease K. The sample to be tested is incubated at room temperature using the incubation buffer and an appropriate amount of protease K, followed by centrifugation in a centrifuge matching the stacked centrifugal filtration device. After mixing thoroughly, the retained liquid in the ultrafiltration tube is collected to obtain the exosomes. The method needs no large experimental equipments except for a centrifuge, which has a low cost and which is convenient and fast, with short operation time and the possibility of carrying out parallel operations with a large number of samples. The high purity exosomes obtained by the method can meet the demand of large-scale clinical applications.
US11684891B2
The present disclosure is directed to a dryer system for drying compressed gas discharged from a compressor. The dryer system includes a refrigeration drying system operable for removing moisture from the compressed gas and a desiccant drying system with a desiccant wheel located in series downstream of the refrigeration drying system operable for removing additional moisture from the compressed gas.
US11684885B2
Filter media comprising a pre-filter layer and related components, systems, and methods associated therewith are provided. In some embodiments, the pre-filter layer may be designed to impart desirable properties to the filter media, such as a high gamma and/or long service life, while having relatively minimal or no adverse effects on another property of the filter media that is important for a given application. For instance, a pre-filter layer may be used to improve the upstream removal of fine particulate matter, which may clog a downstream efficiency layer comprising submicron fibers and reduce filtration performance. The pre-filter layer may be configured to increase service life and/or increase the gamma of the filter media. Filter media, as described herein, may be particularly well-suited for applications that involve filtering air, though the media may also be used in other applications.
US11684870B1
A lunging prop apparatus with a stationary base, a linkage, an automation system, and prop mounts for attaching prop head and hand members. The linkage articulates in a lunging direction so that the prop head and hand members are carried in a forward linear direction from home positions to lunged positions, while at the same time being separately tipped back/up from face/palms down to face/palms forward orientations. The automation system suddenly springs the linkage forward in the lunging direction and then to produce gradual controlled movement of the linkage in a return direction back to the home position.
US11684865B2
In an aspect, a toy assembly is provided, and includes a housing and a toy vehicle inside the housing. The housing has a movable housing portion, and at least one functional element that is movable and is separate from the movable housing portion. The toy vehicle has a drive wheel that, when driven in a first rotational direction causes the drive wheel to drive movement of the functional element so as to carry out a function without driving movement of the toy vehicle towards the movable housing portion, and when driven in a second rotational direction causes the drive wheel to drive the vehicle towards the movable housing portion.
US11684864B1
A tool to assist with hand-tying of knots in balloons, cords, and the like. The tool has a head consisting of a hollow tube with an opening running the length of the tube. The tube is typically tapered with a flange toward the larger end, and the opening is incorporated at an angle nonparallel to the center line of the tube, forming a notch feature that passively retains material on the head until removed by the user. The head is connected to a handle with two or more functionally independent finger loops. The tool may be retained on the hand without unduly impeding dexterity and provides for greater control of the tool when in use.
US11684856B2
This disclosure includes an assist function enabling method and apparatus, a device, and a readable storage medium, and relates to the field of games. In the method, target data that is generated according to a target operation in a game application is obtained. A game assist function is enabled in response to the target data matching a trigger condition of an assist function trigger. The target data indicates an execution completion status of the target operation, and the game assist function is configured to assist in executing the target operation. Further, the target operation is automatically executed, in the game application, according to the game assist function in a case that a game operation meets an execution condition of the target operation.
US11684853B1
The present disclosure is directed to an interactive puzzle. In particular, the methods and systems of the present disclosure may: generate data representing a graphical user interface (GUI); and receive user input via one or more user-manipulable control elements of the GUI such that one or more of a plurality of different, distinct, visibly distinguishable, continuous, and extensible line elements expand and/or contract along their one or more predetermined associated paths in an image area of the GUI to form a line drawing comprising at least a humanly discernible portion of at least one image, of a plurality of different and distinct images that may be rendered in the image area, that constitutes at least a portion of a solution to a user-solvable puzzle associated with the plurality of different and distinct images.
US11684852B2
A character in a game world of a computer simulation is identified as moving toward a sky box in the simulation. The computer simulation does not permit simulation characters to enter the sky box. Techniques are described for remastering the skybox based on various parameters.
US11684851B2
A portable electronic device may be configured for play of a video game, with user controlled game characters operated based on inputs received on first user inputs of the device and a virtual game world modified based on information from motion-related sensors of the device. The modification of the virtual game world may be rotation and/or translation of the virtual game world in a gravitational reference frame. The portable electronic device may also allow for user configuration of the virtual game world.
US11684844B1
A spherical puzzle includes a portable body having a central core, a plurality of co-extensively shaped sections rotatably disposed about the central core, a plurality of locking mechanisms associated with the sections, respectively, and a plurality of hemispherical travel paths configured about the body. Advantageously, the sections are dynamically configured to freely rotate along the hemispherical travel paths to create a desired pattern. In this manner, locking mechanisms slidably engage the sections such that each section remain rotatably aligned along the hemispherical travel paths and about the central core.
US11684842B2
A multi-wheel truck that minimizes wheel interactions with discontinuous and uneven surfaces. The truck provides a suspension system that absorbs impact force caused by uneven surfaces and a unique attack angle that allows obstacles to be traversed when approached from a wide range of angles.
US11684836B2
The sole cavity ports described herein can have varying thicknesses across the cavity port lengths. In some embodiments, the golf club heads described herein can have a weight insertable into the sole port, wherein the weight can comprise a variable density. Other examples and related methods are also disclosed herein.
US11684833B2
A head of a golf club that comprises a ball striking face. The ball striking face has a top ridge, a leading edge, a heel edge, and a toe edge. The top ridge has a first base length and the leading edge has a second base length that is less than the first base length. The heel edge extends from the top ridge to the leading edge and slants at a first angle, relative to the top ridge, towards the toe edge. The toe edge extends from the top ridge to the leading edge and slants at a second angle, relative to the top ridge, towards the heel edge. The leading edge is arcuate and defines a leading edge radius of curvature.
US11684827B2
Embodiments of golf club heads with energy storage characteristics are presented herein. In some embodiments, a golf club head comprises a hollow body comprising a strikeface, a heel region, a toe region opposite the heel region, a sole, a top rail and an inflection point. The inflection point provides increase bending of the strikeface thereby providing performance enhancement over clubs without an inflection point.
US11684823B2
An object of the present invention is to provide a golf ball having excellent color development stability. The present invention provides a golf ball comprising a core and a cover covering the core, wherein the cover is formed from a resin composition containing a first base resin and a fluorescent pigment, and the fluorescent pigment has a number-based cumulative median size of 2.5 μm or more.
US11684819B2
An indoor, stationary, bicycle training device that provides advantages over conventional designs of exercise bicycles is provided. The stationary bicycle may include a tilting/pivoting mechanism to orient the indoor bicycle to simulate descending or climbing. The indoor bicycle may include flexible and resilient frame elements to support the indoor training device to move side-to-side under some riding situations thereby simulating the side-to-side swaying motion of an outdoor bicycle under the same riding situations. The indoor bicycle may include several combinations of frame adjustments to provide configurable dimensions of the indoor bicycle to adjust the frame to properly fit the rider, which may be adjusted based on corresponding dimensions of a user's outdoor bicycle. Still other aspects of the stationary bicycle device may aid in creating an “outdoor” feeling while using the device.
US11684818B2
An exercise machine handle system which provides for a plurality of exerciser positioning surfaces and gripping handles. The exercise machine handle system generally includes an exercise machine carriage and end platform handle system. The exercise machine carriage and end platform handle system includes a plurality of gripping features, thus allowing the exerciser to perform a substantially expanded repertoire of exercises using the exercise machine handle system. An exemplary embodiment of an exercise machine carriage and end platform system may include a carriage with a plurality of handles and a plurality of intermediate support members. In another exemplary embodiment, an exercise machine carriage and end platform system may include an end platform with a plurality of handles, a split carriage, and/or ladder step handles on a handle assembly.
US11684815B2
Disclosed herein is a quick release weight retaining system configured to improve the safety and effectiveness of a resistance training routine. In an exemplary embodiment, the system includes a weight retainer that is removably mounted to a weight support member. The weight retainer includes an engaging apparatus that can retain and safely release a weight load during exercise. The weight is released by way of the exerciser activating a trigger. A weight can be safely and securely mounted to the weight retainer when pushed against the engaging apparatus.
US11684812B2
The present disclosure generally relates to a firefighting foam-mixing system and to a water diverter arrangement for use in a firefighting foam-mixing system.
US11684809B2
The disclosed anti-contagion facemask embodiments are a family of transparent facemasks that do not obstruct visibility of a person's mouth when worn. One problem with a typical, widely used, facemask is the difficulty in understanding a person speaking when they are wearing the typical facemask. Not only does the listener have to contend with the muffled speech of a person talking through a facemask, communication is made worse by covering up, or otherwise hiding the wearer's mouth and face with opaque filter material. Accordingly, some embodiments described herein present a clear/see-through filtration mask embodiment that does not visibly obstruct a person's mouth by providing a filtration system along or near the periphery of the facemask.
US11684806B2
Human and animal biofilms and pathogens are treated with extracorporeal acoustic pressure shock waves at a location of prosthesis or implant in a body.
US11684804B2
A patient supporting device includes: a base; a positioner; a platform having a first end and a second end; and a controller; wherein the positioner is operable by the controller to place the platform at one of a first plurality of possible positions or at one of a second plurality of possible positions, wherein in any of the first plurality of possible positions, the second end of the platform is closer to one of a left side and a right side of a treatment machine; wherein in any of the second plurality of possible positions, the second end of the platform is closer to another one of the left side and the right side; and wherein a size of a first spatial region defined by the first plurality of possible positions is different from a size of a second spatial region defined by the second plurality of possible positions.
US11684793B2
The present invention relates to a non-thermal atmospheric-pressure plasma keloid treatment device and a use thereof. The non-thermal atmospheric-pressure plasma keloid treatment device according to the present invention has effects of inhibiting collagen deposition in keloid fibroblasts and mobility thereof, and thus, is expected to be greatly useful for preventing and treating keloids.
US11684780B2
Closed-loop multi-channel asynchronous neurostimulator to mimic neural code for cognitive prosthesis
A method for providing stimulation of living tissue may include generating electrical pulses onto multiple output channels to a plurality of electrodes each corresponding to one of the multiple output channels. The method may also include disconnecting the plurality of electrodes from recording amplifiers during a stimulation. Additionally, the method may include shorting, after each stimulation before recording is resumed, inputs of the recording amplifiers to ground to suppress ringing in the recording system.
US11684776B2
An example fixation component for an implantable medical device (IMD) includes a base and tines extending from the base and being spaced apart from one another. The tines include a penetrator tine and a protector tine. The penetrator tine includes a curved section defining a deformable preset curvature that extends laterally from a proximal section that is fixed to the base, traversing a longitudinal axis of the fixation component, to a distal section that terminates in an incisive distal end that is configured to penetrate a tissue to form a puncture. The protector tine includes a curved section defining a deformable preset curvature that extends from a proximal section that is fixed to the base, outward from the longitudinal axis, to a distal section that terminates in a non-incisive distal end that is configured to pass through the puncture.
US11684767B2
An infusion tube system and a method for manufacture are provided. An infusion tube system including an infusion tube and a connector attached to the infusion tube at an end of the infusion tube is disclosed. The connector has a proximal end and includes a connector body extending from a distal end to a proximal end along a center axis and defining a cavity. The connector body includes an end wall with an inner surface, and at least one vent opening, and a sidewall extending from the end wall along the center axis with an inner and outer surface. The connector includes a membrane covering the at least one vent opening, the membrane being welded to the inner surface of the end wall along at least one welding seam including a first welding seam such that the membrane covers and seals the at least one vent opening.
US11684765B2
A medical valve can include a housing that includes a sidewall and defines a chamber. The medical valve can include a septum coupled to the housing. The septum can include a proximal surface and a selectively openable closure positioned within the chamber. The medical valve can further include a plurality of projections that extend away from the sidewall and are configured to contact the proximal surface of the septum to oppose movement of a restricted portion of the septum in a proximal direction such that an aspiration cracking pressure required to open the closure to permit fluid flow through the septum in the proximal direction exceeds an infusion cracking pressure required to open the closure to permit fluid flow through the septum in the distal direction.
US11684762B2
Disclosed is an energy self-sufficient real time bio-signal monitoring and nutrient and/or drug delivery system based on salinity gradient power generation. The energy self-sufficient real time bio-signal monitoring and/or nutrient delivery system based on salinity gradient power generation includes: an electricity generation and nutrient and/or drug delivery module including a reverse electrodialysis device which generates electricity by using a nutrient and/or drug solution and discharge a diluted nutrient solution; and a bio-signal measuring unit inserted into the electricity generation and nutrient and/or drug delivery module and configured to receive electricity from the electricity generation and nutrient and/or drug delivery module and measure a bio-signal.
US11684752B2
An actuator is provided with a tubular actuator element and a supporting body which supports an inner peripheral surface of the actuator element. An internal pressure of the actuator element is higher than an external pressure of the actuator element.
US11684751B2
A system a guidewire and a tensioning mechanism. The guidewire includes a thin elongated structure and an outer shell around a first portion of the thin elongated structure. A second portion of the thin elongated structure is exposed outside the thin elongated structure. The tensioning mechanism is configured to engage the second portion of the thin elongated structure to move the guidewire between a flexible state and a rigid state.
US11684746B2
An implantable device is for the selective removal of molecules from tissues or fluids so as to allow the selective removal of a particular molecule of interest (target molecule) from any type of fluid solution or tissue, including biological tissues or fluids. The device operates through the complementary action of specific-binding molecules (antibodies) directed against the target molecule inside the device. The device includes a nanoperforated membrane having pores larger than the target molecule but smaller than the antibodies, such that the fluid can be removed through a second catheter with a lower concentration of target molecules.
US11684742B2
A nasal cannula device includes a cannula body. The cannula body includes an accommodating chamber inside and includes two nasal joint tube extended outwardly and communicating with the accommodating chamber. A junction ring is formed between the cannula body and each nasal joint tube. At least one of the cannula body and each nasal joint tube includes a recessed annular section recessed at one side of each junction ring. The recessed annular section has a thickness smaller than a thickness of the cannula body, a thickness of each nasal joint tube, and a thickness of each junction ring. Accordingly, the nasal cannula device can deliver a therapeutic gas smoothly.
US11684733B2
A respiratory assistance component is disclosed that changes shape when an electrical charge is provided. The amount of electrical charge that is applied may be based on values, characteristics, or user controlled parameters of the respiratory assistance system. The component may be all or part of a patient interface, a tube, a flow generator, and/or a sleep mat.
US11684726B2
An injector includes a needle movable from a retracted position to an injection position. A rotary biasing assembly is stabilized in a stored energy state and releasable into an energy releasing state and includes a cam. A cam follower couples the rotary biasing assembly with the needle and is configured to transform rotation of the rotary biasing assembly in the energy releasing state thereof into translation of the needle from the retracted position to the injection position. An activation switch is rotatable from an unactivated position, stabilizing the rotary biasing assembly in the stored energy state thereof, to an activated position, releasing the rotary biasing assembly into the energy releasing state thereof. An activation button is movably mounted to the injector housing and is translatable from an unactuated position to an actuated position, whereby the translation rotates the activation switch from the unactivated position to the activated position thereof.
US11684725B2
A disposable syringe for use with a pneumatic driver. The syringe has an elongated barrel with a cap secured to the proximal end that has a through bore. A filter is secured to the cap interior of the barrel that covers an opening in the through bore interior of the barrel. The pneumatic driver includes a source of pressurized air; a support for receiving and locating the syringe; and a supply block configured to receive pressurized air from the source and having an outlet for delivery of pressurized air. The supply block is movable between a first position spaced apart from the cap of the syringe and a second position in contact with the cap with fluid communication being established between the outlet of the supply block and the through-bore in the cap.
US11684724B2
Disclosed is a method and an auto-injector for administering a medicament. The auto injector comprising: a housing; a cartridge receiver configured to receive a cartridge comprising a first stopper; a drive module coupled to move a plunger rod between a retracted plunger rod position and an extended plunger rod position, the plunger rod being configured to move the first stopper; a resistance sensor configured to provide a resistance signal indicative of resistance against movement of the plunger rod; and a processing unit coupled to the drive module and to the resistance sensor. The processing unit being configured to: control the drive module to move the plunger rod towards the extended plunger rod position with a plunger rod speed; determine plunger rod position; receive the resistance signal; and control the drive module to adjust movement of the plunger rod if the resistance signal is indicative of resistance against movement of the plunger rod above a high resistance threshold, wherein the high resistance threshold is based on the plunger rod position.
US11684719B2
A method of treatment may include providing a syringe having medicinal fluid therein for administering to a patient and coupling an attachment portion of an extrusion accessory having a handle and a pawl to a flange portion of the syringe. The pawl may have first and second ends, and be hingedly and rotatably coupled relative to the handle at a first position at the first end and at a second position between the first and second ends. The method may further include applying a force to translate the handle in a direction substantially perpendicular relative to a longitudinal axis of the syringe to cause axial movement of the second end of the pawl. The second end of the pawl may be engaged with a plunger of the syringe and axial movement of the second end of the pawl may drive the plunger forward to extrude the medicinal fluid from the syringe.
US11684715B2
Systems, devices, and methods described herein monitor when the fluid path of a medication in a parenteral medication delivery device is established or interrupted.
US11684709B2
An anti-clog suction tip apparatus includes a suction tip having a suction opening and an interior defining a suction channel. An ejection wire channel extends to a wire exit opening into the suction channel that is located proximate the suction opening. An ejection wire including a ball tip at an end thereof occupies the ejection wire channel and is transitionable between a retracted configuration and an advanced configuration such that, in the retracted configuration, the ejection wire including the ball tip is retained within the ejection wire channel and does not obstruct suctioning of debris through the suction channel; and in the advanced configuration, the ball tip of the ejection wire does not extend more than three millimeters beyond the suction opening.
US11684698B2
A sphere-like cell aggregate according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a core part containing neural retina; and a covering part continuously or discontinuously covering at least a portion of a surface of the core part.
US11684695B2
The present invention relates to the preparation of a membrane for use in the repair of the middle ear including perforations and damage to the tympanic membrane. More particularly, the invention provides for compositions and methods for preparing silk fibroin biocompatible polyurethane membranes using a solvent, which have improved biodegradation, mechanical and vibroacoustic properties.
US11684688B2
A piggybacking apparatus for mobile devices is provided. The piggybacking apparatus may be dimensioned and adapted to removably attach to the surface area of a mobile electronic device, such as a smart phone, in a generally coextensive manner. The piggybacking apparatus may provide a pouch for retrievably storing fluid and semifluid product that a user wants handy when they are handling the mobile electronic device, Through a conduit the user may urge the product from the pouch when and where desired. The piggybacking apparatus may also provide attachment points along a periphery thereof for operatively associating with the mobile electronic device in the coextensive manner, or alternatively to a case of the mobile electronic device, or even in between the two.
US11684685B1
A sanitizer including a base that is at least one of flexible or foldable, and an ultraviolet (UV) light source configured to emit UV light and coupled to the base. The base of the sanitizer may be configured to be removably placed over a window of a vehicle such that UV light emitted from the sanitizer sanitizes surfaces within the interior of the vehicle and items placed within the vehicle. A sanitizer having a base that is movable from a deployed position in which it covers a storage compartment of a vehicle to an access position. A UV light source coupled to the base is configured to emit UV light. The UV light source is configured to emit UV light into the storage compartment when the base is in the deployed position.
US11684681B2
Disclosed are methods of detecting eosinophil degranulation in the respiratory tract of subjects. Also, disclosed are methods of producing medical images of the respiratory tract of subjects. The method can include administering radiolabeled heparin to the respiratory tract of subjects, wherein the radiolabeled heparin binds to one or more eosinophil granule protein in the mucosal tissue of the respiratory tract.
US11684676B2
Antibody-drug conjugates, compositions thereof, and methods use. The antibody-drug conjugates include a fusion protein comprising an antibody covalently linked to an ADP-ribosyl cyclase protein via a peptide linker moiety at one or more of a C-terminus or N-terminus of a heavy or light chain of the antibody, a NAD or NMN analogue, and a payload such that the NAD or NMN analogue is conjugated to both the payload and the ADP-ribosyl cyclase protein.
US11684674B2
The invention provides formulations for oral delivery of a therapeutic agent wherein the formulation comprises a kappa opioid receptor agonist and an absorption enhancer, the absorption enhancer includes a medium chain fatty acid or a salt of a medium chain fatty acid; and a medium chain fatty acid glyceride. The kappa opioid receptor agonist may be embedded in an oligosaccharide, such as trehalose. Also provided are capsules containing the oral formulations of the kappa opioid receptor agonists and the absorption enhancer of the invention and methods use of these formulations for the prophylaxis and treatment of variety of kappa opioid receptor-associated diseases and conditions such as pain, pruritus and inflammation; the method comprising administering to the mammal the formulation comprising the kappa opioid receptor agonist and an absorption enhancer.
US11684667B2
Coronaviruses, vaccines comprising the same, and methods for preventing disease. One embodiment of such includes a live, attenuated coronavirus comprising a variant replicase gene encoding polyproteins comprising a non-structural protein (nsp)-15, the replicase gene encoding the nsp15 and causes any change, including mutations and/or deletions, that affects the stability or activity of the nsp15.
US11684663B2
The invention relates to bacterial infections, vaccines directed against those infections and bacterial vaccines. More particularly, the invention relates to vaccines directed against Streptococcus infections in pigs. The invention provides a ΔFolT mutant of a bacterium having reduced capacity to transport folate, wherein said capacity has been reduced by functionally deleting folate transporter (FolT) function. The invention also provides a method to reduce virulence of a bacterium comprising reducing the capacity of said bacterium to transport folate.
US11684654B2
Combined preparations, and pharmaceutical compositions, comprising: (a) LAG-3 protein, or a derivative thereof that is able to bind to MHC class II molecules; and (b) a programmed cell death protein-1 (PD-1) pathway inhibitor, are described. The PD-1 pathway inhibitor, such as an anti-PD-1 antibody or an anti-PD-L1 antibody, and a soluble derivative of LAG-3, acting as an APC activator, together synergistically activate T cells (in particular, CD8+ T cells). Use of the combined preparations and compositions as medicaments, in particular for the treatment of cancer or infection, and to methods for the treatment of cancer or infection, is described.
US11684643B2
The present invention relates to probiotic compositions. More specifically, the present invention relates to probiotic compositions that are useful in reducing inflammation and/or that exhibit increased colonization or persistence in the gastrointestinal tract of a mammal.
US11684634B2
Disclosed herein are embodiments of therapeutic substances that contain solid sodium percarbonate for use in a bath, and packaging for the therapeutic substances. The solid sodium percarbonate can be dissolved in a liquid, such as water, to produce a hydrogen peroxide solution. Hydrogen peroxide solutions can be provide beneficial effects to a user. The titrated sodium percarbonate can be mixed with other chemicals/materials in a pre-made packaging for ease of storage and using with a bath.
US11684631B2
A method of treating cancer by natural traditional Chinese medicine with sustained release and its preparation method thereof, includes the steps of: administrating a composition of traditional Chinese medicine, wherein the composition contains active ingredients of: ginsenoside, Astragalus polysaccharide, zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria), river bulrush (Sparganium stoloniferum Buch.-Ham), Ternstroemia gymnanthera, Fructus ligustri lucidi, licorice, Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalnsis Georgi), Sculellaria barbata, paclitaxel, Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn., and Cannabidiol (CBD). The composition can restore body balance and promote self-recovery. The composition can be used as an alternative medicine or can be used in combination with conventional cancer treatment, and is especially target for patients suffered from toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, which can increase the efficiency and reduce the toxicity of conventional cancer treatment and eliminate side effects of vomiting, hair loss, and unbearable soreness of the body.
US11684618B2
Provided herein are compositions comprising niacin, berberine, one or more of silymarin, silibinin, and Siliphos®, lipoic acid, taurine, and phosphatidylcholine. Such compositions are useful for treating or preventing obesity, metabolic and hepatic and neurodegenerative disorders.
US11684615B2
Methods of using indazole-3-carboxamides and their use as Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway inhibitors
This disclosure features the use of one or more indazole-3-carboxamide compounds or salts or analogs thereof, in the treatment of one or more diseases or conditions independently selected from the group consisting of a tendinopathy, dermatitis, psoriasis, morphea, ichthyosis, Raynaud's syndrome, and Darier's disease; and/or for promoting wound healing. The methods include administering to a subject (e.g., a subject in need thereof) a therapeutically effective amount of one or more indazole-3-carboxamide compounds or salts or analogs thereof as described anywhere herein.
US11684610B2
The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for the prevention or treatment of solid cancers or blood cancers such as acute leukemia or chronic leukemia, including, as an active ingredient, a 1,2-naphthoquinone derivative compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein the 1,2-naphthoquinone derivative compound has excellent effects in killing cancer cells of various solid cancers, acute leukemia, and chronic leukemia, and thus, can be useful as a pharmaceutical composition for the prevention or treatment of cancer, in particular, solid cancers, acute leukemia, or chronic leukemia.
US11684607B2
Embodiments are directed to a secnidazole formulations and the use of a secnidazole formulation for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (BV).
US11684603B2
Disclosed are methods for ameliorating glycocalyx damage by administering a neuraminidase inhibitor. Also disclosed are methods for treating endothelial dysfunction and for improving flow mediated dilation.
US11684600B2
Compositions and methods for prophylactically sustaining and/or maintaining a robust endocannabinoid system in patients for modulating excess inflammatory response and inflammatory diseases over the mammalian lifespan to mitigate age-related discomfort. Specifically, a method of treating inflammatory and neuropathic pain in a mammal by administering a synergistic pharmaceutical daily dosage form comprising: palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), beta-caryophyllene (BCP) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
US11684595B2
The present invention relates to noninvasive microbiome analyses of Barrett's esophagus (BE) patients in which changes in the relative abundance of certain bacteria indicate a disease likelihood or pathogenic state. Additional aspects of the present invention relate to manipulating the microbiome to treat or prevent BE and related conditions. Embodiments also include monitoring for development of disease or monitoring treatment for prevention or elimination of disease states.
US11684593B2
Applications of spermine or its pharmaceutically acceptable derivative in preparation of an SAICAR synthetase activity interfering agent or inhibitor. Applications of spermine or its pharmaceutically acceptable derivative in preparation of antitumor drug.
US11684591B2
An application of a GABAA receptor allosteric enhancer in medicine. Specifically provided is use of the GABAA receptor allosteric enhancer shown in formula (I) in preparation of drugs for sedatives, hypnosis, treatment or prevention of anxiety, depression, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, migraine, schizophrenia, convulsions, and
US11684585B2
Methods, systems, and devices are disclosed for encapsulating biological entities with preservation of their biological activity. In one aspect, a method of encapsulating a biological entity includes templating a biocompatible material onto a biological structure to form a coating structure enclosing the biological structure, the coating structure having a size in the nanometer range, in which the coated biological structure preserves its biological activity within the coating structure. In some implementations of the method, the biological structure includes a virus and the biocompatible material includes silica.
US11684583B2
Compositions, articles, and methods for targeted drug delivery, such as thermoresponsive hydrogel polymers, are generally provided. In one aspect, the compositions and articles comprise a thermoresponsive hydrogel polymer comprising a releasable therapeutic agent. In some cases, the compositions described herein have advantageous combinations of properties including mechanical strength, biocompatibility, tunable charge densities, thermal responsiveness, drug loading, and/or configurations for targeted drug delivery. In one embodiment, the composition comprises a solution comprising a thermoresponsive polymer including one or more ligands attached to the polymer, wherein the solution is configured to undergo a sol-to-gel transition under physiological conditions. In another embodiment, the composition comprises a plurality of nanoparticles e.g., associated with the thermoresponsive polymer. In yet another embodiment, the composition comprises a therapeutic agent e.g., associated with the nanoparticles and/or thermoresponsive polymer.
US11684572B2
Processes for recovering colloids of carboxylate ligand modified ferric iron hydroxide materials such as IHAT (Iron Hydroxide Adipate Tartrate) are described based on the use of water miscible non-aqueous solvents, such as ethanol, methanol and acetone. The processes produce materials with advantageous properties such as improved bioavailability, reduced aggregation and/or agglomeration and/or increased iron content.
US11684567B2
A method of treating a fungal infection may include formulating a topical treatment solution comprising combining itraconazole oral solution, 10 mg/mL, and a diluent. The itraconazole oral solution, 10 mg/mL, may include propylene glycol and at least one of cherry flavor or caramel flavor. The method may also include topically administering the topical treatment solution to the subject by contacting an infected skin surface of the subject with the topical treatment solution.
US11684565B2
The invention relates to an extract of Moringa peregrina seeds rich in the compound 2,5-diformylfuran, more specifically an extract of the cake of said seeds, and to a process for extracting the extract. The invention also relates to cosmetic or nutricosmetic compositions comprising said extract and to the use of said compositions for improving the appearance of the skin, mucous membranes or the integuments, for relaxing, soothing and destressing the skin and for preventing and/or combating the signs of aging and/or photoaging of the skin, and for preventing age spots.
US11684554B2
The present invention relates to a primer composition that may be applied to tissue in order to increase bond strength between the tissue and a patch, filler or a supporting material. The primer comprises a dithiol component and an allyl containing component together with a photo initiator.
US11684550B2
A medication dispensing system, comprising one or more medication panels, each having a plurality of docking ports located at a vertical displacement one from another. The medication dispensing system comprises: a plurality of medication container assemblies for storing medication, coupled to the plurality of docking ports; one or more actuators; a gripping assembly, movable vertically by the one or more actuators to a proximate one or more of the medication container assemblies for picking a medication dosage out of the one or more of the medication container assemblies; and a receptacle carrier having a receptacle mount for holding one or more medication receptacles configured to receive the medication dosage.
US11684548B2
A device is provided for pooling a fluid from a container unit having at least one container, and includes an inlet port having at least one inlet channel configured for receiving the fluid or ambient air, and an outlet port having at least one outlet channel configured for delivering the fluid to an attachment. Both inlet and outlet ports are disposed on the device. A cavity is provided for accommodating insertion of the container unit for pooling the fluid from the at least one container. At least one spike is disposed in the cavity and configured for puncturing a stopper of the at least one container when the container unit transitions from an upper position to a lower position.
US11684547B2
An adaptor including a hub and a connector, the hub having an exterior surface and an interior surface, the interior surface defining a first cavity; and the connector including: a noose and at least one slider coupled to the noose, the slider being configured to engage the exterior surface such that the noose is received by the first cavity.
US11684545B2
A hearing training device, is provided, including: a wearable device configured for being worn on the head of a user; a playing device arranged on the wearable device; an acupoint stimulation device, served as a physiotherapy device, comprising a plurality of acupoint stimulation mediums arranged on the wearable device, respectively configured for stimulating a plurality of acupoints on the head of the user and related to hearing, and arranged at the positions of the wearable device corresponding to the acupoints respectively; and a control device being in signal connection with the playing device and storing at least one music file, wherein the control device controls the playing device to play the music file, a beat is formed in an audio track of the music file, and the beat decreases with time, and is fixed until the beat is between 10 Hz and 15 Hz.
US11684539B2
A body massager includes a portable housing including a backrest and a seat support. A longitudinal guide is provided in the backrest cooperating with a carriage for translation of the carriage within the backrest and a motor drives the carriage along the guide. A pair of massage members are supported by the carriage and extend from the backrest for imparting a rolling massage effect upon the back of the user. A second motor drives the massage members for generating a rotary kneading massage effect or for adjusting a width of the rolling massage effect.
US11684536B2
A fall prevention device configured to be coupled to a person and comprising a mechanical torso configured to be coupled to the person's torso and a mechanical structure configurable to be coupled to the mechanical torso from its first end. The mechanical structure and mechanical torso resist forces at least along one direction to maintain their posture relative to each other. In operation the second end of the mechanical structure is positioned behind the person and substantially close to the ground. When the second end of the mechanical structure contacts the ground, contact points of legs of the person on the ground and contact points of the second end of the mechanical structure outline a multi-sided polygon on the ground. If the vertical projection of the center of gravity of the person to the ground intersects the ground within the multi-sided polygon, the person and fall prevention device remain stable.
US11684535B1
Disclosed is a walker handle for Parkinson's patients. The walker handle for Parkinson's patients includes a handle and a connecting base, two ends on both sides of the handle are vertically extended with a connecting rod, and the connecting base is for being installed on a walker body, the connecting base is provided with an accommodating chamber, and the accommodating chamber is filled with a buffer, the connecting base is provided with a connecting port communicating with the accommodating chamber toward the handle, and the connecting rod passes through the connecting port and is wrapped by the buffer.
US11684515B2
Multi-fiber laser probes utilize relative motion of fibers and other laser probe elements to preserve small-gauge compatibility while providing for multi-spot beam deliver, or to provide for the selectively delivery of single-spot or multi-spot beam patterns. An example probe includes fibers having distal ends that are movable as a group onto a distal ramp element affixed to a distal end of a cannula, so that the distal ends of the fibers can be moved between a retracted position, in which the distal ends of the fibers are within the cannula or ramp element, and an extended position, in which distal ends of the fibers are guided by grooves or channels of the ramp so as to extend at least partially through external openings in the distal end of the laser probe and so as to be pointed angularly away from a longitudinal axis of the cannula.
US11684514B2
A laser module produces pulsed laser energy in a wavelength range of 495-580 nm based on duration, peak power, and interval parameter information. An envelope timer controls the total duration of all micropulses based on the duration and interval parameters via a pulse-width modulated (PWM) output to a micropulse timer, which in turn outputs a PWM micropulse signal. A light emitting diode driver outputs a laser current through a diode based on the micropulse signal and a dimming signal to produce the pulsed laser energy. The integrator compares a signal corresponding to a detected power level of the laser energy to a signal corresponding to the peak power parameter and outputs the dimming signal. The resulting micropulse durations are in the range of 50 to 300 microseconds for periods of about 2 milliseconds, with a duty cycle ranging from 5 to 15%. The overall pulse parameters are duration from 10 microseconds to 1.5 seconds, with periods of any value. The pulsed laser energy is delivered by ophthalmologic laser treatment devices to an eye of a patient.
US11684510B2
Apparatuses and methods for treating neurological and/or neuropsychiatric disorders are by application of thermal energy to the patient's forehead region, for example, by maintaining a target temperature or temperature range to the forehead of a patient for a time period. In particular, described herein are regional brain cooling mechanisms to treat neuropsychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, and autism.
US11684509B2
A contraceptive device for intervaginal use includes a relatively thin, saucer-shaped impermeable body having two opposite side faces wherein one of the two side faces is concave in form and the other of the side faces is convex in form. In addition, the impermeable portion includes an amount of copper-including material which is disposed across the side faces of the impermeable portion so that the copper-including material is exposed at locations across the side faces.
US11684508B2
A urine collection device for collecting a sterile urine sample. The urine collection device may include a seat portion supported by a seat base. The portion includes a backrest and a saddle that projects from the seat portion. The saddle has an opening to a collection element that includes a cup mount to locate a urine collection cup within the collection element.
US11684503B2
The invention relates to a method and apparatus for endoscopically shaping and standardizing the size of a sleeved stomach for use in gastric reduction surgery. The device and method standardize and streamline gastric reduction surgery, specifically vertical sleeve gastrectomy, providing a guide for creating the stomach reduction and also shaping a stomach which will maintain an appropriate structure post-surgery.
US11684502B2
A gastrointestinal device and methods of use thereof for the treatment of metabolic disorders is provided. The gastrointestinal device features disintegrable sleeve configured to fit within a patient's duodenum and to carry fluid (e.g., liquid or semisolid material, for example, chyme and digestive secretions) from its proximal end to its distal end.
US11684501B2
A multipurpose handle incorporated into a medical device delivery system. The multipurpose handle includes an elongate handle body, an actuation button, and a locking member. The elongate handle body has a proximal end extending to a distal end, which defines a longitudinal axis. The elongate body further includes a cutout that creates a movement space therein in which the actuation button is disposed and is connected to a medical device. The actuation button is movable within the cutout along the longitudinal axis and rotatable within the cutout. The locking member is connected to the elongate handle body and movable between a locked position and unlocked position. The locking member may be in contact with the actuation button and be configured to restrict the movement of the actuation button along the longitudinal axis when in the locked position.
US11684496B2
Apparatus is provided to cushion between a prosthetic socket and an amputee's residual limb. A plurality of putty-filled packets are assembled into a liner that, when assembled, provides a generally smooth contact surface toward the residual limb. At least one of the packets has a fluid bladder positioned between the putty material and the socket, and the fluid volume in the bladder can be adjusted to affect the fit of the assembly on the residual limb. Methods of fabrication, fitting, and use of such prosthetic devices are disclosed.
US11684492B2
Measurement system configured to support installation of a ball and socket joint and method therefor
A system is disclosed herein for providing a kinetic assessment and preparation of a prosthetic joint comprising one or more prosthetic components. The system comprises a prosthetic component including sensors and circuitry configured to measure load, position of load on a curved surface, joint stability, range of motion, and impingement. In one embodiment, the system is for a cup and ball joint of a musculoskeletal system. The system further includes a computer having a display configured to graphical display quantitative measurement data to support rapid assimilation of the information. The kinetic assessment measures joint alignment under loading that will be similar to that of a final joint installation. The kinetic assessment can use trial or permanent prosthetic components. Furthermore, adjustments can be made to the applied load magnitude, position of load, and joint alignment by various means to fine-tune an installation.
US11684491B2
A tunable implant, system, and method enables a tunable implant to be adjusted within a patient. The tunable implant includes a securing mechanism to secure the implant in the patient, a actuation portion that enables the implant to move and an adjustment portion that permits adjustment of the implant after the implant has been positioned within the patient. The method of adjusting the tunable implant includes analyzing the operation of the implant, determining if any adjustments are necessary and adjusting the implant to improve implant performance. The implant system includes both the tunable implant and a telemetric system that is operable to telemetrically receive data from the tunable implant where the data is used to determine if adjustment of the tunable implant is necessary. The system also includes an instrument assembly that is used for performing spinal surgery where the instrument assembly includes a mounting platform and a jig.
US11684489B2
Robotic system and methods for robotic arthroplasty are provided. The robotic system includes a machining system and a guidance system. The guidance station tracks movement of one or more of various objects in the operating room, such as a surgical tool, a tibia of a patient, a talus of the patient, or a component of an implant. The guidance system tracks these objects for purposes of displaying their relative positions and orientations to the surgeon and, in some cases, for purposes of controlling movement of the surgical tool of the machining system relative to virtual cutting boundaries or other virtual objects associated with the tibia and talus to facilitate preparation of bone to receive an ankle implant system.
US11684483B2
Implant assemblies, systems, and methods for stabilizing a joint between a superior vertebra and an inferior vertebra may include a plate member coupled to an interbody spacer with at least one fastener that extends superiorly or inferiorly from the implant assembly to anchor within a vertebral body and stabilize the joint. Inserters and methods of insertion may also be included to facilitate fixation of various implant assemblies within the intervertebral space of the joint between the superior vertebra and the inferior vertebra.
US11684480B2
Stand-alone interbody fusion devices for engagement between adjacent vertebrae. The stand-alone interbody fusion devices may include a spacer and one or more inserts or members coupled to the spacer. The inserts or members may be configured and designed to provide the apertures which are designed to retain bone fasteners, such as screws, and secure the implant to the adjacent vertebrae.
US11684475B2
Methods and devices for transvascular prosthetic chordae tendinea implantation are disclosed. A catheter is advanced into the left atrium, through the mitral valve, and into the left ventricle. A ventricular anchor is deployed from the catheter and into a wall of the left ventricle, leaving a ventricular suture attached to the ventricular anchor and extending proximally through the catheter. A leaflet anchor is deployed to secure a mitral valve leaflet to a leaflet suture, with the leaflet suture extending proximally through the catheter. The leaflet suture is secured to the ventricular suture to limit a range of travel of the leaflet in the direction of the left atrium. Also disclosed is an assembled in situ mitral valve leaflet restraint, having a neo papillary muscle and a neo chordae tendinea.
US11684471B2
Embodiments of a prosthetic heart valve comprise an annular main body, an atrial cap extending radially outwardly from the atrial end of the main body, and a plurality of ventricular anchors extending outwardly from the ventricular end of the main body. Each ventricular anchor can have a proximal end portion connected to the ventricular end, an intermediate portion extending away from the atrial end and then back toward the atrial so as to define a first bend, and a free distal end portion that extends from the intermediate portion. The distal end portion can comprise a first section, a second section, and a second bend between the first and second sections, the first section extending from the intermediate portion in a direction toward the atrial end and radially away from the main body.
US11684468B2
This disclosure relates to methods of surgical tissue reconstruction, such as for joint or ligament repair, and associated surgical constructs.
US11684465B2
Devices, systems and methods for filtering embolic particles that may be generated from a medical procedure including protection of the major branching vessels from the aorta, and catches and filters emboli that may be generated during the TAVR procedure. The filter devices disclosed herein form an improved seal against the vessel wall that is activated by flowing blood. Devices described herein also allow for the closing of the ends of the filter device after capture of emboli, providing further security against accidental loss of emboli post capture.
US11684445B2
Systems for immobilizing a patient are disclosed. The system includes at least one preform formed from a low melting temperature thermoplastic, the preform being configured to be formed to the anatomy of the patient, at least one frame coupled to the at least one preform, and at least one support configured to support the anatomy of the patient. The system also includes at least one lock mechanism coupled to at least one of the frame and the support and configured to couple the at least one frame to the at least one support, and at least one adjuster mechanism coupled to at least one of the at least one frame and the at least one support and configured to selectively adjust a distance between the at least one frame and the at least one support while the at least one frame is coupled to the at least one support.
US11684434B2
A control system for a surgical instrument. The control system includes an RFID scanner and a control circuit coupled to the RFID scanner. The control circuit is configured to receive data from RFID tags associated with devices and/or users, determine a type of the surgical instrument being utilized or surgical procedure being performed according to the received data, and determine an operational setting for the surgical instrument or another device within the surgical system, which may be tailored according to the particular user identity scanned by the RFID scanner.
US11684413B2
An electrosurgical pencil includes a housing having proximal and distal ends, the proximal end adapted to connect to an energy source and the distal end adapted to receive an end effector assembly therein, the end effector assembly defining a surface area along a length thereof. An activation switch is operably associated with the housing and is configured to deliver electrosurgical energy to the end effector assembly upon actuation thereof. An air control valve is operatively coupled to the activation switch and is configured to simultaneously deliver a gas from a gas source to the surface area around the end effector upon actuation of the activation switch. One or more vents are defined in the distal end of the housing and are configured to direct the gas towards the surface area of the end effector.
US11684404B2
A tapered fiber optoacoustic emitter includes a nanosecond laser configured to emit laser pulses and an optic fiber. The optic fiber includes a tip configured to guide the laser pulses. The tip has a coating including a diffusion layer and a thermal expansion layer, wherein the diffusion layer includes epoxy and zinc oxide nanoparticles configured to diffuse the light while restricting localized heating. The thermal expansion layer includes carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) configured to convert the laser pulses to generate ultrasound. The frequency of the ultrasound is tuned with a thickness of the diffusion layer and a CNT concentration of the expansion layer.
US11684403B2
A system for inflating a cryogenic ablation catheter balloon, the system comprising a fluid source containing a fluid in a liquid state, a first supply line fluidly coupled to the fluid source and configured to be fluidly coupled to an internal space within the cryogenic ablation catheter balloon, the first supply line including an inline multi-stage pressure regulating system. The multi-stage pressure regulating system includes a first stage configured to cause the fluid to transition from the liquid state to a gas state, and a second stage downstream of the first stage configured to maintain the fluid downstream of the second stage at a pressure corresponding to an inflation pressure of cryogenic ablation catheter balloon.
US11684402B2
A surgical system is disclosed including impedance sensors and a control circuit. The impedance sensors are configured to apply a therapeutic level of RF energy to tissue, sense a real time impedance of the tissue, sense a first tissue impedance based on an initial contact with the tissue, sense a second tissue impedance of the tissue without applying a therapeutic amount of RF energy to the tissue. The control circuit is configured to determine a control parameter of a motor based on the first tissue impedance and the second tissue impedance, determine a percentage of use of an end effector, detect a change of the real time impedance of the tissue, adjust the control parameter of the motor based on the change of the real time impedance and the percentage of use of the end effector, and control delivery of a therapeutic energy application to the tissue.
US11684393B2
The present disclosure provides an adjustable double-slot internal spinal fixation apparatus, including a first base, a second base and a connecting rod. The first base and the second base each contains a U-shaped slot from top to bottom. An inner wall of each U-shaped slot contains inner threads. The connecting rod is disposed along a horizontal direction. The second base contains a long slot along the horizontal direction. One end of the connecting rod is inserted in the first base, and the other end of the connecting rod is inserted in the long slot of the second base. The connecting rod can swing in the long slot. The first base and the second base are capable of relatively rotating on the connecting rod.
US11684391B2
The present invention includes a system, kit and apparatus to aid in the realignment of one or more bones of a patient. The present invention provides a substantially rigid orthopedic stabilization scaffold for attachment of one or more external fixators for the realignment of one or more bones of a patient. The orthopedic stabilization scaffold includes a first anchorable frame and a second anchorable frame that are removably attachable to an operating table and connected adjustably by one or more crossbars.
US11684387B2
A method for sealing a vessel includes supplying electrical energy to an ultrasonic surgical instrument having an end effector and a transducer coupled to the end effector, when the end effector is grasping a vessel, sensing parameters of the vessel when the end effector achieves a predetermined velocity, estimating a size of the vessel based on the sensed parameters, controlling the electrical energy based on maintaining a predetermined initial heating rate of heating the vessel until a predetermined amount of energy corresponding to the estimated size of the vessel has been delivered, and controlling the electrical energy based on a predetermined heating rate curve of heating the vessel after the predetermined amount of energy corresponding to the estimated size of the vessel has been delivered.
US11684382B2
Devices and methods to stabilize an eye and suture with wound visibility are shown. In selected examples, a forceps is shown that includes one or more transparent projections. In use, the one or more transparent projections can be concurrently pressed against the wound while holding an eye stable with gripping surfaces of the forceps. The one or more transparent projections and the gipping of the forceps work together to aid in a suture placement.
US11684381B2
Methods for treating tissue, and surgical assemblies and related methods are disclosed in which a single input is used to sequentially articulate two members. A medical device includes an input link movable through an input link range of motion, a jaw coupled with the input link, and a tissue manipulation member coupled to the input link and positioned to manipulate a tissue gripped by the jaw. The input link range of motion includes a first portion and a second portion. The input link within the first portion of the input link range of motion drives the jaw through a jaw range of motion. The input link within the second portion of the input link range of motion drives the tissue manipulation member through a tissue manipulation member range of motion.
US11684378B2
Implants for the fusion or fixation of two bone segments are described. For example, the implants can be used for the fusion or fixation of the sacroiliac joint. The implants can include fenestrations, have a rectilinear overall cross-sectional area, and have a curvature. Some implants can also be used to rescue failed implants.
US11684376B2
A drilling system includes a guide-hub that includes contact feet configured to be placed against a drilling surface to maintain a fixed angle with the drilling surface. A drilling insert includes a drill bit and a harness. The drilling insert is configured to be inserted into the guide-hub and the harness is configured to detect when the drill bit punctures the drilling surface and automatically prevent further drilling.
US11684373B2
A tourniquet is described that includes an outer strap that runs from a first end to a second end having a buckle. An inner strap is routed within the outer strap over a portion of its length and runs through a windlass, which is used to tighten the tourniquet. The inner strap is secured to the outer strap at a position spaced away from the first end of the outer strap and is also secured to the buckle.
US11684372B2
Disclosed is an intelligent femoral artery hemostasis device by compression, including a main body capable of automatic compression. The main body includes a compression mechanism and a pressing plate mechanism successively provided from bottom to top; a lift regulator is provided between the support column and the compression mechanism; the compression mechanism is further provided with a detector for bleeding detection; and the main body is further integrated with a power supply module, an operation module and a central processing module. This invention realizes automatic bleeding detection and automatic pressurizing, and ensures the integration and compactness of the device. The power supply module, the operation module and the central processing module are integrated in the main body, avoiding external connecting wires and making it convenient to use the device when the tourniquet works in a twining working condition.
US11684361B2
A motor-driven surgical cutting and fastening instrument that comprises an end effector, an electric motor, and a motor control circuit. The motor control circuit is for monitoring a parameter of the electric motor that is indicative of movement of a moveable member of the end effector, and for adjustably controlling the electric motor based on the monitored parameter to thereby adjustably control movement of the moveable member of the end effector during forward rotation of the electric motor.
US11684359B2
A surgical staple insertion system for compressing bone fragments includes a staple and an insertion tool. The staple has first and second legs and an elastically deformable bridge monolithically formed with the first and second legs. In a relaxed configuration, the free ends of the first and second legs are positioned closer to one another than are portions of the first and second legs connected to the bridge. The insertion tool retains the bridge in an elastically deformed configuration with the legs positioned relatively farther apart from one another during at least portion of the step of implantation of the staple. Then, the insertion tool is released from the staple so that the bone fragments between the legs are subject to compression.
US11684358B2
This disclosure concerns suburethral and pelvic support structures which utilize tissue soldering materials instead of, or in addition to, traditional tissue anchors and suture knots. It further concerns methods of treating patients that includes implanting these structures and activating the tissue soldering materials to attach the structures to a tissue in the body of the patient.
US11684353B2
A tissue contact surface for use on a surgical retractor is provided. The tissue contact surface comprises a generally smooth surface; and a plurality of partial ellipsoid surfaces extending out and away from the generally smooth surface. The plurality of partial ellipsoid surfaces comprise a first partial ellipsoid surface and an adjacent second partial ellipsoid surface. The first partial ellipsoid surface extends approximately 0.5 millimeters to 1 centimeter out from the generally smooth surface. A spacing between the first partial ellipsoid surface and the second partial ellipsoid surface is approximately 0.5 millimeters to 1 centimeter. In various embodiments, the plurality of partial ellipsoid surfaces are 3D printed onto the generally smooth surface.
US11684349B1
The present disclosure provides a female reproductive system sample collector, including a sampling device and an elution preservation device, where the elution preservation device is filled with an elution preservation solution, after sampling is completed, the sampling device is submerged in the elution preservation solution of the elution preservation device and sealed for preservation; the sampling device includes a sampling rod and a sheath; the sampling rod includes an operating rod, a straight rod brush and a ball head brush, an opening and closing cover corresponding to the ball head is disposed at a front end of the sheath, and the opening and closing cover includes four oscillating rods that are hinged with a front port of the sheath and the oscillating rods are connected through thin films. The present disclosure can collect cells or nucleic acids of uterus and ovaries in a uterine cavity, a sampling rod can deform in a shape along an outline of the uterine cavity. The sampling rod can avoid sample falling when finishing sampling and recovering; an elution preservation device can prevent liquid from overflowing and leaking or polluting a sealing cap. The present disclosure provides a quick, convenient, widely applicable and less discomfort sample collection channel and a sample protection method for early detection of the ovarian cancer, the endometrial cancer and the cervical cancer.
US11684340B2
An ultrasound endoscope includes: an insertion portion; an ultrasound functional unit including an ultrasound transducer; an endoscope functional unit that at least includes an imaging optical system; and a balloon locking portion configured to connect the ultrasound functional unit and the endoscope functional unit, the balloon locking portion having a groove shape that can lock a balloon. A first plane passes, in a direction of a longitudinal axis of the insertion portion, through a first end portion of the ultrasound transducer near the endoscope functional unit, the first plane being perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the insertion portion, and the first plane is positioned closer to a proximal end than a second plane passing through a second end portion of the balloon locking portion near the ultrasound functional unit, the second plane being perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the insertion portion.
US11684338B2
Methods and computing system for processing ultrasound image to determine health of subdermal tissue
A computing system and a non-transitory computer-readable medium with instructions for processing ultrasound images are presented. The computing system is configured to: receive an ultrasound image that includes image data representing subdermal tissue; apply a trained neural network to the ultrasound image to generate at least one of: a pliability parameter value which indicates pliability of the subdermal tissue, one or more regions of the ultrasound image that represents damaged tissue, or an indication of presence and/or location of an entrapped nerve.
US11684336B2
Systems, apparatuses, methods, and non-transitory computer-readable media related to a tool for determining presence or absence of a neurological condition in a subject are provided. The tool includes an ultrasound device configured to collect ultrasound data from a head of the subject. The tool further includes a processing circuit configured to calculate a curvature metric based on the ultrasound data. The processing circuit is further configured to calculate a velocity asymmetry metric based on the ultrasound data. The tool is further configured to determine presence or absence of the neurological condition in the subject based on the curvature metric and the velocity asymmetry metric.
US11684328B2
A medical imaging system includes a first tracking detector and a second tracking detector. The tracking detectors are spaced to allow for an object to be present between the first tracking detector and the second tracking detector. The system also includes a residual range detector adjacent the first tracking detector. The residual range detector includes: (1) a scintillator material having a first surface at least partially covered with an anti-reflection material and a second surface facing the first tracking detector and (2) at least one photon detector coupled to the scintillator material at a third surface of the scintillator material different than the first surface and opposite the second surface.
US11684323B2
A bracket body releasably secures a compression element to the compression arm of a breast imaging system. A pair of parallel lateral arms extends from a rigid frame which extends from the bracket. A span connects the ends of the lateral arms opposite the bracket and a flexible membrane extends from the span towards the bracket body.
US11684322B2
A positron emission tomography apparatus according to an embodiment includes a plurality of positron emission tomography (PET) detector entities and processing circuitry. The plurality of PET detector entities are arranged in a ring formation. The processing circuitry is configured: to obtain, with respect to each of the plurality of PET detector entities, state information indicating a state of the PET detector entity; to detect an abnormality when an index value indicating a state of any individual or a whole of the plurality of PET detector entities exceeds a threshold value on the basis of the state information; and to detect a state in which the abnormality is not detected on the basis of the state information, but an index value indicating states of at least two of the plurality of PET detector entities is different from an index value indicating states of at least two other PET detector entities.
US11684321B2
A radiation diagnostic device according to an aspect of the present invention includes a first detector, a second detector, and processing circuitry. The first detector detects Cherenkov light that is generated when radiation passes. The second detector is disposed to be opposed to the first detector on a side distant from a generation source of the radiation, and detects energy information of the radiation. The processing circuitry specifies Compton scattering events detected by the second detector, and determines an event corresponding to an incident channel among the specified Compton scattering events based on a detection result obtained by the first detector.
US11684319B2
A dental or medical CT imaging apparatus including a first longitudinally extending frame part. A support, construction extends substantially perpendicularly from the longitudinally extending frame part. An X-ray source and an image detector which together form an X-ray imaging assembly are mounted to the support construction. A first driving mechanism is provided to move the X-ray imaging assembly about a virtual or physical rotation axis. A control system having at least one operation mode that simultaneously controls the first driving mechanism and the X-ray imaging assembly is provided. The support construction includes at least one guiding mechanism configured to enable laterally moving at least one of the X-ray source and the image detector in relation to the support construction. A range of the lateral movement of at least one of the X-ray source and the image detector includes a base position and a first and a second extreme position.
US11684316B2
An artificial intelligence system for generating land responses from biological extractions. The artificial intelligence system includes a computing device, configured to retrieve, a biological extraction pertaining to a user, wherein the biological extraction contains at least an element of physiological data. The computing device is configured to locate, a land descriptor wherein the land descriptor identifies a property. The computing device is configured to generate, a land machine-learning model, wherein the land machine-learning model utilizes the biological extraction as an input and outputs property elements. The computing device is configured to determine the suitability of the property utilizing the output property elements.
US11684312B2
A system for control of a device includes at least one sensor module detecting orientation of a user's body part. The at least one sensor module is in communication with a device module configured to command an associated device. The at least one sensor module detects orientation of the body part. The at least one sensor module sends output signals related to orientation of the user's body part to the device module and the device module controls the associated device based on the signals from the at least one sensor module.
US11684302B2
A medical apparatus includes a probe configured for insertion into a body of a patient. The probe includes electrodes configured to contact tissue of a region within the body. The apparatus further includes a display screen, a position-tracking system configured to acquire position coordinates of the electrodes within the body, and a processor. The processor is configured to acquire electrophysiological signals from the electrodes while they are held stationary in the region, extract electrophysiological parameters from the signals, compute a measure of consistency of the parameters, and render to the display screen a three-dimensional (3D) map of the tissue while superimposing on the map, responsively to the position coordinates, a visual indication of the extracted parameters at the locations for which the measure of consistency satisfied a consistency criterion, and automatically discarding from the map the parameters for which the measure of consistency did not satisfy the consistency criterion.
US11684289B2
A biometric monitoring system comprises a substrate with a first surface having a length and a width. A first transmitting antenna is coupled to the first surface at a first end of the length of the first surface. A second transmitting antenna is coupled to the first surface at a second end of the length of the first surface. The first and second transmitting antennas extend across the width of the first surface. A plurality of receiving antennas are coupled to the first surface, each of which extends across the width of the substrate and is spaced apart from an adjacent receiving antenna along the length by a predetermined distance. A controller is configured to supply a first signal to the first transmitting antenna and sequentially measure a transmission coefficient or voltage of the first signal at the plurality of receiving antennas until an attenuation in the transmission coefficient or voltage exceeds a threshold.
US11684288B2
Disclosed herein is a gait analysis apparatus that is configured to provide multidimensional measures of the gait of an individual as the individual traverses the gait analysis apparatus. The gait analysis apparatus may be configured to provide a gait measuring processing device with the multidimensional measurements. Based on the multidimensional measurements, the gait measuring process device may, for example, diagnose the test subject with lameness or particular neuromuscular dysfunctions (NM) disease and/or injury, monitor progression of lameness or a particular NM disease and/or injury over time, determine a static weight as the test subject is traversing, monitor the static weight of the test subject over an extended period time, and/or determine which measurements may be used as biomarkers to identify lameness or the particular NM disease and/or injury. A system including a gait analysis apparatus is also disclosed.
US11684281B2
Disclosed are devices and methods for non-invasively measuring arterial stiffness using pulse wave analysis of photoplethysmogram data. In some implementations, wearable biometric monitoring devices provided herein for measuring arterial stiffness have the ability to automatically and intelligently obtain PPG data under suitable conditions while the user is engaged in activities or exercises. In some implementations, wearable biometric monitoring devices are provided herein with the ability to remove PPG data variance caused by factors unrelated to arterial stiffness. In some implementations, wearable biometric monitoring devices have the ability to perform PWA while accounting for the user's activities, conditions, or status.
US11684279B2
Disclosed are a system and a method for determining a probability for a person to have arrhythmia. The system comprises means for measuring heartbeat interval of the person for a period of time; an accelerometer; means for measuring an electrocardiogram of the person; a user interface for providing information and alerts, and a processor. The processor is configured to detect a period of rest of the person, based on measurement data from the accelerometer; analyze the measured heartbeat interval to determine a probability of having arrhythmia for the person; generate an alert to the user interface, if the probability exceeds a predetermined threshold value, to alert the person to measure the electrocardiogram with the means for measuring an electrocardiogram; analyze the measured electrocardiogram to determine if the probable arrhythmia is confirmed; and indicate the confirmed arrhythmia to the person via the user interface.
US11684278B2
A monitoring device configured to be attached within a portion of an ear of a subject includes an elastomeric arm having opposite first and second end portions. A sensing element is located at the elastomeric arm second end portion and includes at least one energy emitter configured to direct energy at a target region of the ear and at least one detector configured to detect an energy response signal from the target region or a region adjacent the target region. The monitoring device is configured such that the elastomeric arm first end portion engages the ear at a first location within the ear and such that the elastomeric arm resiliently bends such that a surface of the sensing element is urged into contact with the ear at a second location within the ear.
US11684274B2
A system and method is presented for cuff-less blood pressure measurement in a mobile device. A key aspect of this disclosure is the discovery of a new location for blood pressure measurement at the fingertip of a subject and that reflectance-mode photoplethysmography can be used to help make this measurement. Through experiments in human subjects, it was discovered that it is indeed possible to measure systemic blood pressure by having a subject press the fingertip against a reflectance-mode photo-plethysmography-force sensor unit under visual guidance and then compute blood pressure from the resulting variable-amplitude blood volume oscillations and applied pressure via an oscillometric algorithm.
US11684270B2
A system to measure blood pressure of a person comprises a software that is configured to obtain two or more sensor information from one or more sensor near simultaneously. The sensor information comprises data points, from which at least one data feature can be derived. Based on the data features derived from the data points, a value of the cardiovascular time delay can be derived. The system can further derive a blood pressure value based on the cardiovascular time delay, and provide the value of the blood pressure, the cardiovascular delay, or other metrics derived from the cardiovascular delay to a user. The sensors can be placed in one or more mobile or wearable devices, which can communicate with each other wirelessly.
US11684263B2
A breast imaging apparatus includes a radiation source that irradiates a breast of a subject with radiation, a radiation detector that detects the radiation transmitted through the breast to output a radiographic image, and an ultraviolet light source that performs irradiation of ultraviolet light. The ultraviolet light source irradiates an imaging table, a face guard, a pressing plate, and the like with the ultraviolet light in a case where a turn-on command signal input from an operator through an input device is input.
US11684261B2
An implantable position detecting system is configured to detect a position of an implantable device with respect to a body structure. The system includes at least one proximity measuring transducer configured to be implanted on the body structure a distance from the implantable device, the at least one proximity measuring transducer being configured to receive energy from an external electromagnetic field generated by an external sensing interface, wherein the at least one proximity sensor is configured to emit an emitted signal responsive to the electromagnetic energy and to receive distance information comprising a sensing signal that is responsive to the distance from the implantable device.
US11684256B2
The present invention generally relates to apparatus, software and methods for assessing ocular, ophthalmic, neurological, physiological, psychological and/or behavioral conditions. As disclosed herein, the conditions are assessed using eye-tracking technology that beneficially eliminates the need for a subject to fixate and maintain focus during testing or to produce a secondary (non-optical) physical movement or audible response, i.e., feedback. The subject is only required to look at a series of individual visual stimuli, which is generally an involuntary reaction. The reduced need for cognitive and/or physical involvement of a subject allows the present modalities to achieve greater accuracy, due to reduced human error, and to be used with a wide variety of subjects, including small children, patients with physical disabilities or injuries, patients with diminished mental capacity, elderly patients, animals, etc.
US11684254B2
An OCT system for measuring a retina as part of an eye health monitoring and diagnosis system. The OCT system includes an OCT interferometer, where the interferometer comprises a light source or measurement beam and a scanner for moving the beam on the retina of a patient's eye, and a processor configured to execute instructions to cause the scanner to move the measurement beam on the retina in a scan pattern. The scan pattern is a continuous pattern that includes a plurality of lobes. The measurement beam may be caused to move on the retina by the motion of a mirror that intercepts and redirects the measurement beam. The mirror position may be altered by the application of a drive signal to one or more actuators that respond to the drive signal by rotating the mirror about an axis or axes.
US11684252B2
An ophthalmologic apparatus includes an optical scanner, an interference optical system, an intraocular distance calculator, an image correcting unit, and a controller. The optical scanner is disposed at an optically substantially conjugate position with a first site of a subject's eye. The interference optical system is configured to split light from a light source into reference light and measurement light, to project the measurement light onto the subject's eye via the optical scanner, and to detect interference light between returning light of the light from the subject's eye and the reference light via the optical scanner. The image forming unit is configured to form a tomographic image of the subject's eye corresponding a first traveling direction of the measurement light deflected by the optical scanner, based on a detection result of the interference light. The intraocular distance calculator is configured to obtain an intraocular distance between predetermined sites of the subject's eye based on the detection result of the interference light. The image correcting unit is configured to correct the tomographic image based on the intraocular distance. The controller is configured to control at least the optical scanner.
US11684240B2
The invention relates to multicore fiber imaging, such as used in endoscopy. Methods are described for processing images captured with such systems to achieve an improved depth of field image or extract 3D information concerning the images, without requiring the addition of additional optical components. One method for generating an image from light received by an imager via a multiplicity of waveguides includes receiving a digital image containing a plurality of pixels, the digital image including a plurality of regions within it wherein each of said regions corresponds to a waveguide core. Each region includes a plurality of pixels, and a first subset of pixels within each region is defined which at least partly correlates with light having been received at a corresponding core in a first spatial arrangement, the subset including less than all of the pixels within a region. A first image is generated from the first subset of pixels from said regions, combined to form an image over the whole waveguide array. The first spatial arrangement may correspond to a measure of angular dimension of the incident light for that region. In addition to increased depth of field, the modified images provided by the invention allow 3D visualisation of objects, eg. using stereographs or depth mapping techniques.
US11684236B2
A dish treating appliance for treating dishes according to an automatic cycle of operation can include a tub having at least a rear wall, a bottom wall, and a pair of opposing side walls. The tub at least partially defines a treating chamber with an access opening. A rail mounting assembly includes a pair of braces. Each of the braces are coupled with a different one of the opposing side walls. A rail assembly is mounted to each of the braces. A dish rack is slidingly mounted to the rail assemblies for movement in and out of the treating chamber relative to the access opening.
US11684232B2
A system and method for cleaning a reusable dish, comprising: picking a dirty dish from a load module disposed to contain at least one dirty dish with a robotic arm, wherein said dirty dish is stained with material that needs to be removed prior to reuse; transporting said dirty dish from said load module to a wash module with said robotic arm; cleaning said dirty dish in said wash module having the means to transform said dirty dish into a clean dish, wherein said clean dish does not exhibit any material that needs to be removed prior to reuse; transporting said clean dish from said wash module to a store module with said robotic arm; and dropping off said clean dish in said store module, wherein said store module is disposed to contain at least one clean dish, whereby each dirty dish is cleaned thoroughly and efficiently with individual attention in real time.
US11684221B2
An example material sheet dispenser includes: a wall portion configured to form a volume; a first end portion comprising one or more sections attached to a first end of the wall portion and configured to cover a first end of the volume; and a second end portion comprising: a dispensing section attached to a second end of the wall portion and configured to cover a second end of the volume opposite the first end of the volume, and the dispensing section having a dispensing aperture configured to permit dispensing of sheets of a wiping material; and a cover section attached to the wall portion and configured to cover the dispensing aperture.
US11684209B2
A meat grill installation for preparing large quantities of meat, and a method of preparing such large quantities of meat. Embodiments of the meat installation comprise various features, including a detachable horizontal cylindrical carrier comprising a series of meat fixators, a motor, heaters, at least two position adapters for maintaining each individual heater at a predetermined distance from the cylindrical carrier, at least one temperature sensor, a conveyer belt located underneath the cylindrical carrier for receiving and transporting heated meat, a cutter for removing a slice of a predetermined thickness of meat from the detachable cylindrical carrier, and at least one controller for driving the motor, for maintaining and/or adapting a temperature of each individual heater, for driving the at least two position adapters, for receiving the sensor output, for providing feedback to at least one heater, and for controlling thickness of slices of meat.
US11684201B2
A beverage-dispensing machine (10), for example, a machine for preparing coffee at home, is configured for being positioned in at least one first position and at least one second position that are rotated (a) with respect to one another about an axis of orientation (X10). The machine (10) comprises a user-interface element (20) carried by the machine in a rotatable way about the aforesaid axis of orientation (X10), with the interface element (20) that is configured to maintain a certain spatial orientation independently of the position of the machine (10).
US11684190B2
The present inventive concept discloses an improved structure of a straw comprising a tubular body and a connecting member. The tubular body has a first end, a second end and openings, and each of the openings is formed at the first end and the second end, respectively. The tubular body comprises a tube wall disposed between the first end and the second end. The connecting member is disposed at the tube wall, wherein a thickness of the connecting member is thicker than a thickness of the tube wall. The connecting member comprises a first fastener and a second fastener corresponding to the first fastener, and the first fastener is coupled with the second fastener openably and closably.
US11684173B2
An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.
US11684171B2
A highchair for seating a child includes a seat configured for a child to sit, and a frame having a first side and a second side where the frame is attached to and supporting the seat at a height. The highchair also includes a tray rotatably secured to the first side of the frame, a tray adjustment mechanism comprising a motor, and a bracket secured to the tray. In addition, a connector is coupled between the tray adjustment mechanism and the bracket where the connector is configured to be extended or retracted by the motor to adjust a position of the tray over the seat. A battery is configured to power the tray adjustment mechanism and the motor comprises a stepper motor. The tray adjustment mechanism may also include a receiver so that the tray can be activated using a wireless signal or voice command.
US11684167B2
A bed system includes microclimate control capabilities for providing quality sleep experience. The bed system can include a microclimate control subsystem configured to supply conditioned air (e.g., heated or cooled air) to a mattress, or draw ambient air from the mattress, to achieve a desired temperature at the top of the mattress. Utilizing supply of conditioned air to provide air at desired temperature to the mattress system, or utilizing air suction to drain heat away from the mattress system, can provide precise microclimate control at the mattress, thereby permitting conformable sleep.
US11684161B1
The portable bleacher chair provided by the present disclosure includes a base and a backrest rotatably connected to amend of the base. The base includes a pair of main rods arranged in parallel and a foldable assembly connected between the pair of main rods. The foldable assembly is configured to be in a folded state or an unfolded state, and a distance between the pair of main rods varies with a transition between the folded state and the unfolded state of the foldable assembly. Since the base includes the foldable assembly, the portable bleacher chair provided by the present disclosure is small, compact, and easy to carry in the folded state.
US11684160B1
A low envelope chair with a back that includes portions with relative high back pitches at the lower ends and other higher portions with relatively low back pitches to give the overall feeling of a high back pitch chair while retaining the low envelope. By low envelope, generally less than approximately 17 inches, preferably approximately 16 inches or less or even more preferably approximately 15 inches or less are contemplated with respect to chairs that have a tilt up seat. A high back pitch would generally be more than 15 degrees, preferably more than 20 degrees, preferably more than 25 degrees and even more preferably more than 30 degrees.
US11684157B1
Support hinge for a piece of furniture includes a mounting plate attachable to an underside of a bottom drawer of the piece of furniture, and a support plate hingedly connected to the mounting plate to enable the support plate to open rearward to an angle of greater than 90 degrees relative to the mounting plate. The support plate is biased into the open state and includes a drawer support portion that preferably contacts the underside of the bottom drawer when the support plate is in the open state. When the bottom drawer is open, the support plate is just above the floor below the piece of furniture and when a weight-derived force is exerted against the bottom drawer, the support plate is moved against the floor and in such a position, acts as a post to prevent forward tipping of the furniture beyond a nominal amount.
US11684155B2
An overhead storage unit includes a pivot arm extending from a first end to a second end. The first end is pivotably mountable to a fixed pivot and the pivot arm is pivotable about a pivot axis defined by the pivot. A storage container having interconnected walls defines a storage container interior. One of the interconnected walls is a conforming wall. The storage container is mounted to the pivot arm and pivotable to be raised and lowered between a stored position and an accessible position. In the stored position, the storage container is disposed within the overhead storage area and the conforming wall is upright. In the accessible position, the storage container is disposed below the overhead storage area and the conforming wall provides access to the storage container interior. A residential living unit and method are also disclosed.
US11684150B2
A cosmetic brush fiber includes five substantially parallel outer edges extending along a length of the cosmetic brush fiber; and five substantially parallel inner edges extending along the length of the cosmetic brush fiber, wherein the cosmetic brush fiber defines a star-shaped transverse cross section.
US11684149B2
A paint brush cleaning system includes a housing and a paint brush cleaner attached to the housing. The housing contains solvent that helps clean a paint brush. The paint brush cleaner rotates a wire brush against the bristles of the paint brush and actuates a pump to eject solvent drawn from the housing as the paint brush is moved in translation. The wire brush is coupled to a retractable cord, which rotates the wire brush. A holder is simultaneously coupled to the retractable cord and the pump. When force is exerted on the holder, the retractable cord rotates the wire brush and the pump ejects solvent. A user can insert a paint brush handle through the holder, thus actuating the pump and rotating the wire brush by applying force to the handle. The housing attaches to a user's belt, providing easy access to the paint brush cleaning system.
US11684148B2
A personal care device (10) configured to generate a feedback signal in response to excessive pressure applied by a user includes: a body portion (12) comprising a first interacting portion (40); a shaft (24) comprising a second interacting portion (42), wherein the shaft and the second interacting portion are moveable, in response to a force applied by the user, from a first position in which the first interacting portion does not physically interact with the second interacting portion, to a second position in which the first interacting portion physically interacts with the second interacting portion; and a sensor (70) configured to detect the physical interaction between the first interacting portion and the second interacting portion, and further configured to activate a feedback signal, in response to the detection of the physical interaction, to the user that excessive pressure is being applied.
US11684131B2
A blister package for a contact lens is provided that can be stacked with other blister packages of the same design. One example of the blister package has a body that includes a dome and a handle. A seal is attached to the top surface of the body and has a seal dome that seals a volume between the outer sidewall of the body dome and the inner sidewall of the seal dome. The handle has a through-hole and the through-hole that accommodates the outer sidewall of the seal dome. Another blister package provided has a handle and a bowl and the handle has a through-hole that accommodates the bowl outer surface. Stacks of blister packages are also provided as is secondary packaging for packaging stacks of tessellating blister packages.
US11684129B2
A rib end connector, a plug to receive a rib socket, or a rib to be coupled with an upper or lower hub of a shade structure is provided that has a pin connection portion that has a first end configured to be disposed in a channel of an umbrella or other shade structure hub. The apparatus has a second portion opposite the first portion, a first side surface, and a second side surface. A circumferential width of the pin connection portion is defined between the first and second lateral surfaces. A pin channel disposed between the first side surface and the second side surface. The pin channel has a narrowest portion disposed between the first side surface and the second side surface and increases in size between the narrowest portion and the first side surface and/or the second side surface.
US11684128B2
The present invention relates to an illumination article designed to illuminate using solar light or any other captured light. The article can be designed in form of an adornment, jewelry, fashion accessory or other item. More specifically, the article has a solar rope string with a plurality of photocells for capturing light and converting it into electric energy, a plurality of LEDs supported by the string for illuminating at least a portion of the article, a plurality of beads or crystals and a sun catcher for creating a sparkling effect using natural light impinging on article and light illuminated by LEDs. The LEDs can illuminate in a uniform manner, intermittent, running or in a blinking manner.
US11684127B2
A plastic product disposed on a strap is provided. The strap is a soft string type textile. The plastic product includes a first injection molding portion and a second injection molding portion. The second injection molding portion is combined with the first injection molding portion to form the plastic product. An end portion of the strap protrudes out of the first injection molding portion and is completely covered by the second injection molding portion. A length of the first injection molding portion along a longitudinal direction of the strap is less than a length of the plastic product along the longitudinal direction of the strap. A protruding length of the end portion of the strap protruding out of the first injection molding portion along the longitudinal direction of the strap is less than half of a thickness of the second injection molding portion along a radial direction of the strap.
US11684125B2
Two methods to attach a webbing or ribbon to a quick release buckle, and a quick release buckle for the use of the two methods are disclosed. Quick release buckles are designed to be used with webbing that is sewn to be attached to the quick release buckle, but for this invention two methods that do not require a sewing process are disclosed. One method uses a knot, and the other method uses a melted-solidified-end made on the webbing or ribbon using a melting method such as a flame or a hot iron or an ultrasonic welder.
US11684124B2
An accessory that is wearable around a boot or other high-top shoe includes a generally flat strap having a first side, a second side, a first end and a second end. A patch of hook material may be secured to the first side of the strap adjacent to the first end and a patch of loop material may be secured to the second side of the strap adjacent to the second end. The strap has a length sufficient to wrap around the shaft of a boot and reduce an effective circumference of the boot shaft with the patch of hook material in face-to-face engagement with the patch of loop material.
US11684109B2
An article of footwear comprises a sole structure, and an upper including a front section and a rear section. The front section is fixed to a forefoot region of the sole structure and partially defines a foot-receiving cavity. The rear section is operatively secured to the sole structure at least partially rearward of the front section, and includes medial and lateral wings. A medial set of magnets includes at least one front medial magnet secured to a medial side of the front section and at least one rear medial magnet secured to the medial wing. A lateral set of magnets includes at least one front lateral magnet secured to a lateral side of the front section and at least one rear lateral magnet secured to the lateral wing. The rear section is movable relative to the front section between an access position and a use position.
US11684104B2
A helmet comprising one or more additively-manufactured components designed to enhance performance and use of the helmet, such as: impact protection, including for managing different types of impacts; fit and comfort; adjustability; and/or other aspects of the helmet. Methods of additively-manufacturing components for such helmets are also provided, including methods involving expandable materials and the expansion of post-additively manufactured expandable components.
US11684103B2
A hooded sun shield includes a head piece including an opening, side vents and a plurality of fasteners, and a mask piece attachably coupled to the head piece via the plurality of fasteners over the opening, including a first layer and a second layer formed over the first layer, first layer and second layer form a horizontal vent in the mask piece.
US11684102B2
Examples of a waistband for a garment are disclosed, the waistband having a front portion, a back portion, and a curved top edge at the waist opening that curves gradually downward forming a concave curve at the front portion of the waistband and curves gradually upward forming a convex curve at the back portion of the waistband. Also disclosed is a lower body garment having a waistband, the waistband having one or more storage means (or pockets) formed therein and a curved edge at the waist opening, the storage means being concealed by respective loops formed over the waistband.
US11684100B2
A fastening element configured for attachment to a wearable clothing or accessory substrate whereby ornamental elements are configured for removable fastening thereto for changeable decorative appearance of the clothing or accessory wherein the fastening element is ornamental in appearance whereby it is aesthetically viewable with or without ornamental elements fastened thereto and whereby the fastener is able to be integrated with appearance of the ornamental element or completely hidden by the ornamental elements.
US11684097B2
A personal protective equipment includes a substrate, and an anti-microbial substance is positioned in the substrate. The anti-microbial substance includes tourmaline. The personal protective equipment may include a face mask or a garment having a nonwoven body. The anti-microbial substance is positioned on or in the nonwoven body.
US11684087B2
A smoking article and a method for making a smoking article are provided. The smoking article includes an aerosol-generating element configured to produce an aerosol in response to heat, a housing defining a cavity configured to receive the aerosol-generating element therein, a heating element engaged with the housing and configured to provide heat to the aerosol-generating element, a power source in electrical communication with the heating element and configured to provide electrical energy thereto, the heating element producing heat in response to the electrical energy, an aerosol-generating element identification device configured to identify an attribute of the aerosol-generating element, and a control device in communication with the aerosol-generating element identification device and configured to modulate the electrical energy provided to the heating element by the power source to direct the heating element to heat the aerosol-generating element to an aerosolization temperature associated with the identified attribute of the aerosol-generating element.
US11684086B2
A modular multifunctional electronic smoking paraphernalia includes a main body module provided with a slide rod a and a slide rod b, a cigarette holder module provided with a slide groove a, and an atomization module provided with a slide groove b. The cigarette holder module is detachably and slidably connected to the main body module by the slide rod a and the slide groove a. The atomization module is detachably and slidably connected to the main body module by the slide rod b and the slide groove b. In the present invention, the smoking paraphernalia is designed as three detachable modules, namely, the main body module, the cigarette holder module and the atomization module, which is convenient for the smoker to operate.
US11684084B2
An aerosol-generating system may include a capsule and a releasably connectable vaporizer or vaporizing unit. The capsule comprises a distal end and defines a reservoir configured to contain an aerosol-generating substrate. The vaporizing unit comprises a housing and a heating element and a transfer element disposed in the housing. The heating element is configured to heat the transfer element to vaporize the aerosol-generating substrate. The housing of the vaporizing unit has a proximal end. A portion of the transfer element extends beyond the proximal end of the housing. The vaporizing unit is configured such that the transfer element is the initial part of the vaporizing unit to penetrate into the reservoir of the capsule as the distal end of the capsule is moved towards the proximal end of the vaporizing unit.
US11684075B2
A device for generating alternating electric field of low frequency, a system for generating alternating electric field of low frequency, and a signal regulating method are provided. According to implementations herein, a device for generating alternating electric field of low frequency may comprise an input control module, a transformer, an output control module, and an electric discharge module. In one aspect, an input end of the input control module is configured to be coupled with an external AC power supply, the input control module is coupled with a primary side winding of the transformer, one end of a secondary side winding of the transformer is coupled with the output control module, the output control module is coupled with the electric discharge module, and the other end of the secondary side winding of the transformer is coupled with ground potential.
US11684067B2
The present invention relates generally to peroxyformic acid forming compositions, methods for forming peroxyformic acid, preferably in situ, using the peroxyformic acid forming compositions. The present invention also relates to the peroxyformic acid formed by the above compositions and methods. The present invention further relates to the uses of the peroxyformic acid, preferably in situ, for treating a surface or a target. The present invention further relates to methods for treating a biofilm using peroxyformic acid, including peroxyformic acid generated in situ.
US11684064B2
Vial assemblies comprise a tubular body and a cap, the cap including a first portion configured to abut a lip of an open end of the tubular body, a threaded portion configured to couple to threading on an internal surface of the tubular body, and a second portion protruding from the threaded portion and extending into a cavity of the tubular body. Methods for storing and removing frozen samples from such vial assemblies are also described.
US11684061B2
The present invention relates to an insect repellant device. The device includes a repellant for repelling insects and a motor for driving the repellant. A coupler is provided for coupling the motor to a bottle. Advantageously, the coupler may be coupled to an existing bottle, such as a wine bottle, on a crowded table thereby occupying no additional room on the table.
US11684060B2
The invention relates to a weed inactivation device, comprising at least one electrode, whereby at least one electrode is directed to the weed. The electrode is supplied with electrical energy by an electrical power supply, containing an h-bridge inverter for DC/AC conversion to create rectangular wave AC-current. The inversion takes place at frequencies above 1.0 kHz. The weed activation device enables weed control without utilization of poisonous herbicides.
US11684049B2
The present invention relates to the method and use of reef coral fluorescent proteins in making transgenic red, green and yellow fluorescent zebrafish. Preferably, such fluorescent zebrafish are fertile and used to establish a population of transgenic zebrafish and to provide to the ornamental fish industry for the purpose of marketing. Thus, new varieties of ornamental fish of different fluorescence colors from a novel source are developed.
US11684046B2
A tank for farming of marine organisms is described, where the tank includes a main chamber to hold the marine organisms and where the tank has further chambers to treat the water before it is circulated back to the main chamber.
US11684042B1
The present invention is to a collar for animals that can be converted on-the-fly for use in both training purposes by providing cinching around the animal's neck and for non-training purposes wherein the cinching is reduced or prevented.
US11684041B2
A control handle for selective attachment to an animal collar or harness includes a loop member having one or more retention members attached thereto. In addition, a grasping member is provided by the loop member. During use, the loop member of the control handle is brought under an attachment section provided by the animal collar or harness that is positioned around the animal's neck, and is pulled partially around the attachment section of the collar or harness to form a pair of grasping loops for the handler of the animal to hold. The retention members further retain the control handle to the attachment section of the collar or harness. As a result, the control handle converts the collar or harness into a working animal collar or harness.
US11684037B2
A container is disclosed for maintaining, shipping and dispensing granular material such as but not limited to pet food. The container includes an aperture in the bottom which is sealed with a pull tab until the material is ready for dispensing. An automated dispenser of such granular materials is also disclosed such that an insert in a drawer located below an aperture in the dispenser controls the amount of material that is dispensed from the container that sits atop the dispenser.
US11684029B2
A system and method for providing landscaping integration into a watering system or water management system. The system may include a processor with programmable landscape events or pre-programmed landscape events. A user may select or enter in landscape events to manipulate a watering or irrigation schedule based on the landscape event. The system may also be pre-programmed to a landscape event based on recurring or scheduled events to alter watering or irrigation. A landscaper may access a system on an electronic device that may be linked to a cloud based platform for managing the system or systems to allow for alteration and manipulation of watering and irrigation times and durations based on landscape events.
US11684026B2
The present invention concerns an elongated sheet (1) for covering agricultural cultivated plants (2), with a basic film (3) of plastic, wherein a ventilation area (5) extending in the longitudinal sheet direction (L) and having a plurality of ventilation openings (6) is provided in the central area (4) of the basic film (3), wherein a cover film (9) of plastic extending in the longitudinal sheet direction (L) of the basic film (3) is applied to the ventilation area (5), forming free spaces (11) for air exchange, and is firmly welded to the basic film (3) over a plurality of connection areas (10) following one another in the longitudinal sheet direction (L), and wherein the connection area (10) is designed to be inclined, at least in some areas, with respect to a weld start point (12) and a weld end point (13) with respect to the cross direction (Q) extending orthogonally to the longitudinal sheet direction (L).
US11684023B2
The present application discloses a support apparatus having: (a) pole, aligned in an approximately vertical orientation when in use, and a cross section, wherein the pole comprises one or more pairs of diametrically opposed holes, positioned along the length of the pole; (b) a unitary open hoop, approximately in a plane, comprising an elastic material; and further comprising: a first end portion an a second end portion; wherein when in use, the hoop is compressed so that the first end portion and the second end portion are urged past each other to form a parallel locus; and wherein when the hoop is compressed, the first end portion and the second end portion are formed as if bent to mate with and apply an opposed tension to a pair of diametrically opposed holes in the pole; and wherein when the hoop is compressed, the parallel locus engages with the pole to impede the vertical swing of the hoop.
US11684022B2
A pick-and-plant head for planting plant cuttings in a cultivation medium. The pick-and-plant head is provided with a grasper including opposed grasping surfaces for grasping a portion of a cutting between them and with an abutment that abuts a cutting. The grasper and abutment are moveable relative to one another and are arranged so that during release of a cutting from the grasper the abutment passes between the opposed grasping surfaces and the cutting is abutted by the abutment.
US11684008B2
The invention relates to a root crop harvester in the form of a potato harvester (1), comprising a lifting device (2), from which a crop material (E) and also a mixture (G) comprising clods, weeds and similar admixtures (B) can be displaced in the region of screen belts (3) which are arranged downstream thereof. According to the invention, the mixture (G) lying on one of the feed belts (4) reaches a sorting zone, where the crop material (E) is sorted by means of a separating device (6) that is arranged above the feed belt (4) and is acting on the mixture (G) transversely to the direction of feed of the feed belt, in such a manner that two scraper belts (8, 9), which are circulating in the same direction in a scraping direction (7, 7′), capture the crop material (E) by means of respective scraper elements (10, 10; 11, 11′), and feed said crop material in two adjacently arranged scraping planes (12, 13) to a sorting belt (14) that is arranged downstream thereof. Admixtures (B) that remain on the feed belt (4) can be discharged in a discharge direction (5′), which is preferably offset by about 90° from the scraping direction (7, 7′), wherein the two scraper belts (8′, 9′) are in each case individually adjustable in the region of at least one of the supporting devices (17, 18) which hold in each case said scraper belts.
US11684003B2
A method of controlling the downpressure on an air seeder that has a plurality of seed assemblies and a plurality of fertilizer assemblies each applying an adjustable downforce, wherein the method includes keeping a total downforce applied by all of the plurality of seed assemblies and all of the plurality of fertilizer assemblies less than a maximum downforce. The method may also include keeping the downforce applied by each of the fertilizer assemblies less than the downforce applied by each of the seed assemblies.
US11690296B2
The present disclosure provides a deformation driving device for flexible display panel, the deformation driving device includes a photodeformable element, and the flexible display panel includes a display surface and a back surface opposite to the display surface. The photodeformable element has a binding surface for being attached to the flexible display panel's back surface, and is capable of deforming under irradiation of light with a predetermined wavelength to bend or flatten.
US11690295B2
Protective coating to prevent sublimation are disclosed. More particularly, the protective coatings comprise one or more alkaline earth halide materials, or mixtures thereof, to prevent sublimation. The alkaline earth halide material of the coating can be judiciously selected to match the coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) of the material of the external surface of the underlying substrate coated. The protective coatings may be advantageous for protecting external surfaces of thermoelectric materials, parts and devices at high temperature to prevent sublimation and material loss.
US11690288B2
The present invention relates to a composition for an organic optoelectronic diode, comprising a first compound for an organic optoelectronic diode; and a second compound for an organic optoelectronic diode, and an organic optoelectronic diode and a display device including the same.
US11690284B2
A compound having a metal coordination complex structure, where the compound is capable of functioning as a phosphorescent emitter in an organic light emitting device at room temperature is disclosed. The compound has a first ligand coordinated to a metal. The free-state of the first ligand has a first triplet energy T1 of EL at 77K, while the compound has a first triplet energy T1 of E at 77K, and the difference in energy (ΔE) between E and EL is ≤250 meV. The compound has a triplet emission spectrum with a FWHM value of no more than 45 nm. Organic light emitting devices, consumer products, and formulations containing the compounds are also disclosed.
US11690281B2
A display apparatus includes a substrate including a first area, a second area, and a bending area between the first area and the second area, a plurality of pixels disposed in the first area, a protection film disposed under the substrate, a dummy film disposed under the protection film, and an opening in the protection film, wherein the opening overlaps the bending area.
US11690279B2
A semiconductor device includes: a resin substrate; a display element configured to generate an image; and a circuit layer including a thin film transistor configured to control the display element. The resin substrate has a main body made of resin and a surface layer made of the resin laminated on the main body. The surface layer has a lower electrification property than the main body or the surface layer has a lower film density than the main body. Each of the display element and the circuit layer is on the surface layer.
US11690276B2
Provided are a thin-film deposition mask assembly and a method of fabricating an organic light-emitting display panel using the same. A first mask includes a plurality of first openings disposed in odd columns and a plurality of second openings disposed in even columns. A single second opening disposed in an nth even column, among the plurality of second openings, is disposed between two first openings arranged in a first direction corresponding to row direction transverse to column direction and disposed in at least one column of (n−1)th and (n+1)th columns, among the plurality of first openings, where n is a natural number equal to or greater than 2. In some embodiments, the row direction and the column direction may be perpendicular to each other. The first mask is prevented from sagging.
US11690275B2
Disclosed is a method of fabricating a display device. The method comprises forming a dielectric layer on an encapsulation layer including a first encapsulation region and a second encapsulation region adjacent to the first encapsulation region, forming a conductive layer on the dielectric layer, forming a first photoresist layer on the conductive layer that overlaps each of the first and second encapsulation regions, forming a second photoresist layer on the first photoresist layer that overlaps the second encapsulation region, and etching the conductive layer based on the first and second photoresist layers. When viewed in a thickness direction of a display panel including the encapsulation layer, at least a portion of the encapsulation layer overlapping the second encapsulation region has a thickness greater than that of the encapsulation layer overlapping the first encapsulation region.
US11690269B2
A display substrate includes pixel-defining layer and sub-pixels of three colors. The pixel-defining layer defines a plurality of sub-pixel areas having the sub-pixels arranged in therein; the pixel-defining layer includes a first pixel-defining layer and a second pixel-defining layer; a height of the second pixel-defining layer is smaller than a height of the first pixel-defining layer; and the first pixel-defining layer is configured to separate adjacent sub-pixels of different colors; the second pixel-defining layer is configured to separate adjacent sub-pixels of the same color; and the sub-pixels of three colors include red sub-pixels, blue sub-pixels, and green sub-pixels; the display substrate includes at least one column of sub-pixels, and in the at least one column of sub-pixels, sub-pixels belonging to a same column have a same color; and in a column of sub-pixels of the same color, corresponding light-emitting layers of at least two adjacent sub-pixels are connected.
US11690268B2
A display device includes a substrate having a first region in which an image is displayed, a second region in which an image is not displayed, and a bending region connecting the first region and the second region. The bending region is configured to bend along a bending axis which extends in a first direction. A plurality of pad terminals is disposed within the second region. A first width of the bending region, measured along the first direction, is narrower than a second width of the second region, measured along the first direction.
US11690264B2
A display device includes: a substrate having a display area and a non-display area; a lower connection line disposed in the non-display area; a bank layer disposed on the lower connection line and having an undercut structure at an edge of a lower end portion thereof; a bank etch layer disposed between the lower connection line and the bank layer and having an edge inside the edge of the lower end portion of the bank layer; and a second driving electrode disposed on the bank layer and electrically connected to the lower connection line at least once, wherein a plurality of bank holes are formed in the bank layer.
US11690263B2
A display device including a substrate; a display element layer on the substrate, the display element layer including light emitting devices; a circuit element layer between the substrate and the display element layer, the circuit element layer including signal lines and light transmitting areas which are located between the signal lines in a plan view and allow light to be transmitted therethrough; a first light blocking layer between the substrate and the circuit element layer, the first light blocking layer including first openings; and a second light blocking layer on the first light blocking layer, the second light blocking layer including second openings. The second light blocking layer includes second sub-light blocking layers disposed to be spaced apart from each other, the second sub-light blocking layers each having the second openings. The first openings of the first light blocking layer overlaps with an area between the second sub-light blocking layers.
US11690259B2
An organic light emitting display (OLED) device includes an organic light emitting diode having an anode and a cathode. The organic light emitting diode is configured to receive a reference voltage. A control transistor includes a first control electrode and a first semiconductor active layer. The control transistor is configured to receive a control signal. A driving transistor includes a second control electrode that is electrically connected to the control transistor, an input electrode that is configured to receive a power voltage, an output electrode that is electrically connected to the anode of the organic light emitting diode, and a second semiconductor active layer that includes a different material from that of the first semiconductor active layer. A shielding electrode is disposed on the second semiconductor active layer, overlapping the driving transistor, and configured to receive the power voltage.
US11690247B2
A display panel, in which a main display area, and a component area including a plurality of pixel groups and a transmission area are defined, includes a substrate, an inorganic insulating layer disposed on the substrate, where a first hole is defined through the inorganic insulating layer to correspond to the transmission area, a plurality of main display elements disposed on the inorganic insulating layer in the main display area, and a plurality of auxiliary display elements disposed on the inorganic insulating layer and corresponding to the pixel groups, respectively. The substrate includes a first base layer, a first barrier layer, a second base layer, a compensation layer, and a second barrier layer, which are stacked one on another, and a refractive index of the compensation layer has a value between a refractive index of the second base layer and a refractive index of the second barrier layer.
US11690246B2
In a display panel including a main display area, a component area including a transmission area, and a peripheral area outside the main display area, the display panel includes: a substrate; an inorganic insulating layer over the substrate and including a first hole corresponding to the transmission area; a planarization layer over the inorganic insulating layer; a pixel definition layer over the planarization layer and having a thickness of 1.3 μm to 2 μm; and a thin film encapsulation layer over the pixel definition layer, wherein an angle between a side surface of the pixel definition layer and an upper surface of the planarization layer is 30 degrees to 40 degrees.
US11690234B2
A microelectronic device comprises a microelectronic device structure having a memory array region and a staircase region. The microelectronic device structure comprises a stack structure having tiers each comprising a conductive structure and an insulative structure; staircase structures confined within the staircase region and having steps comprising edges of the tiers of the stack structure within the deck and the additional deck; and semiconductive pillar structures confined within the memory array region and extending through the stack structures. The stack structure comprises a deck comprising a group of the tiers; an additional deck overlying the deck and comprising an additional group of the tiers; and an interdeck section between the deck and the additional deck and comprising a dielectric structure confined within the memory array region, and another group of the tiers within vertical boundaries of the dielectric structure and confined within the staircase region.
US11690233B2
A 3D memory device may include a logic device layer on a substrate and a memory device layer stacked on the logic device layer. The logic device layer may include logic devices disposed on the substrate. The memory device layer may include a word line stack disposed in an extension area, staircase patterns disposed in the word line stack, a dielectric layer stack in a peripheral area, and capacitors inlayed in the dielectric layer stack.
US11690231B2
A method of fabricating a semiconductor device including providing a substrate; forming first and second lower conductive patterns, the and second lower conductive patterns being buried in an interlayer dielectric layer; forming a capping layer on the interlayer dielectric layer and a dummy layer on the capping layer; etching an exposed upper portion of the first lower conductive pattern to form a trench; forming a metal layer that covers the interlayer dielectric layer and the dummy layer such that the metal layer fills the trench; forming a magnetic tunnel junction layer on the metal layer; performing a patterning process to form a memory cell; and forming a first protective layer that covers a lateral surface of the memory cell, wherein, in the patterning process, the metal layer on the top surface of the interlayer dielectric layer is etched to form a first bottom electrode in the trench.
US11690227B2
A semiconductor device and method of fabricating the same are disclosed. The method includes depositing a polysilicon gate layer over a gate dielectric formed over a surface of a substrate in a peripheral region, forming a dielectric layer over the polysilicon gate layer and depositing a height-enhancing (HE) film over the dielectric layer. The HE film, the dielectric layer, the polysilicon gate layer and the gate dielectric are then patterned for a high-voltage Field Effect Transistor (HVFET) gate to be formed in the peripheral region. A high energy implant is performed to form at least one lightly doped region in a source or drain region in the substrate adjacent to the HVFET gate. The HE film is then removed, and a low voltage (LV) logic FET formed on the substrate in the peripheral region. In one embodiment, the LV logic FET is a high-k metal-gate logic FET.
US11690225B2
A semiconductor device includes: an alternating stack that is disposed over a lower structure and includes gate electrodes and dielectric layers which are staked alternately; a memory stack structure that includes a channel layer extending to penetrate through the alternating stack, and a memory layer surrounding the channel layer; a source contact layer in contact with a lower outer wall of the vertical channel layer and disposed between the lower structure and the alternating stack; a source contact plug spaced apart from the memory stack structure and extending to penetrate through the alternating stack; and a sealing spacer suitable for sealing the gate electrodes and disposed between the source contact plug and the gate electrodes. The sealing spacer has an etch resistance that is different from an etch resistance of the dielectric layers.
US11690224B2
A semiconductor device includes a first stacked structure having first conductive layers and first insulating layers formed alternately with each other, first semiconductor patterns passing through the first stacked structure, a coupling pattern coupled to the first semiconductor patterns, and a slit passing through the first stacked structure and the coupling pattern.
US11690215B2
A method is described. The method includes forming bit line structures above bitline contact structures, forming a first material on top surfaces and sidewall surfaces of the bit line structures to establish step structures for via formation, and forming a second material on the top surface of the first material. Capacitor landing structures are formed by patterning the second material.
US11690212B2
Embodiments herein describe techniques for a semiconductor device including a substrate. A first set of memory cells and a first selector are formed within a first group of metal layers and inter-level dielectric (ILD) layers above the substrate. A second set of memory cells and a second selector are formed within a second group of metal layers and ILD layers above the first group of metal layers and ILD layers. The first selector is coupled to the first set of memory cells to select one or more memory cells of the first set of memory cells based on a first control signal. In addition, the second selector is coupled to the second set of memory cells to select one or more memory cells of the second set of memory cells based on a second control signal. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
US11690210B2
Disclosed are monolithically integrated three-dimensional (3D) DRAM array structures that include one-transistor, one-capacitor (1T1C) cells embedded at multiple device tiers of a layered substrate assembly. In some embodiments, vertical electrically conductive data-line and ground pillars extending through the substrate assembly provide the transistor source and ground voltages, and horizontal electrically conductive access lines at multiple device levels provide the transistor gate voltages. Process flows for fabricating the 3D DRAM arrays are also described.
US11690206B2
A method for electromagnetic interference control, an electronic device, and a storage medium are provided. The method is for an electronic device. The electronic device includes a display screen and an under-screen fingerprint assembly arranged under a preset region of the display screen. The method includes the following. Detect electromagnetic interference between the under-screen fingerprint assembly and the display screen in response to detecting that the under-screen fingerprint assembly is activated, where the preset region of the display screen is in a lighted state. Frequency-hopping is performed for a mobile industry processor interface (MIPI) of the display screen in response to the detected electromagnetic interference.
US11690199B2
A battery distribution unit includes a housing having a bottom mounted to a battery case of a battery module and having a component cavity with a contactor therein. The contactor has fixed contacts having terminating ends extending from a bottom end of a contactor housing. The BDU includes terminals at the bottom end of the contactor coupled to the terminating ends and a heat exchanger cap at the bottom end of the contactor. The heat exchanger cap is provided in the component cavity in thermal communication with the fixed contacts and in thermal communication with the battery case of the battery module to dissipate heat from the fixed contacts into the battery case of the battery module.
US11690197B2
An airflow management system that can be fitted to an electrical cabinet intended to accommodate electrical devices in the internal volume thereof, the system comprising: a casing comprising at least one air input intended to be placed in communication with the internal volume of the electrical cabinet, at least two air outputs and at least one principal throat arranged to connect the air input to the two air outputs, a switch device arranged inside said principal throat, between the first air output and the second air output, the switch device comprising movable flaps that can be controlled between a first position in which the air input communicates solely with the first air output and a second position in which the air input communicates at least with the second air output.
US11690195B2
A cooling system for power semiconductor switches is provided. The cooling system includes a heat sink that is pressed against the power semiconductor switch. A plenum is also provided with an opening through a wall thereof which is aligned with the heat sink. A fan draws air through or around the heat sink and through the plenum wall opening and the plenum in order to cool the power semiconductor switch.
US11690181B2
A housing according of the flameproof encapsulation protection type having a housing body which has an opening closed by a cover. The opening is surrounded by a flange which is directed outward away from the housing body. The edge of the cover lies flat on the flange. The edge and the flange are both preferably continuous. In any case, the edge and the flange do not have any passage openings for clamping means. In order to clamp the edge against the flange, clamps are provided which hold the edge and the flange pressed against each other in the manner of screw clamps. The clamps are provided with releasable clamping means and are preferably captively retained on the housing body or the cover, the clamps being movable between a closed position, in which the cover is fixedly clamped, and an open position, in which the clamps do not extend over the cover and allow the cover to be opened unhindered.
US11690180B2
A manufacturing method of a carrier structure includes: A build-up circuit layer is formed on a carrier. The build-up circuit layer includes at least one first circuit layer, at least one first dielectric layer, a second circuit layer, a second dielectric layer, and a plurality of conductive vias. The first circuit layer is located on the carrier and includes at least one first pad, which is disposed relative to at least one through hole of the carrier. The first dielectric layer is located on the first circuit layer. The second circuit layer is located on the first dielectric layer and includes at least one second pad. The second dielectric layer is located on the second circuit layer and includes at least one opening exposing the second pad. The conductive via penetrates the first dielectric layer and is electrically connected to the first circuit layer and the second circuit layer.
US11690179B2
A substrate connection member according to various embodiments of the present invention can comprise a printed circuit board which has a plurality of layers that are stacked and which comprises a front surface, a rear surface, and a side surface encompassing the front surface and the rear surface. The printed circuit board can comprise: an opening part which encompasses a partial region of the printed circuit board and which is penetratingly formed from the front surface to the rear surface; at least one bridge connected between the partial region and the printed circuit board by crossing at least a portion of the opening part; and at least one through-hole wire formed in the partial region from the front surface to the rear surface, wherein the inner surface of the opening part and the side surface of the bridge can be formed from a conductive member. Other various embodiments, in addition to the embodiments disclosed in the present invention, are possible.
US11690170B2
A driver assist system for a vehicle includes a housing and a lens having an axial end extending into the housing. A first printed circuit board (PCB) is connected to the housing. The first PCB has a rigid portion and a flexible portion. The rigid portion and the flexible portion extend along a common axis. An image sensor is mounted on the rigid portion of the PCB adjacent the axial end of the lens.
US11690159B2
Disclosed is a system for generating EUV radiation in which current flowing through target material in the orifice 320 of a nozzle in a droplet generator is controlled by providing alternate lower impedance paths for the current and/or by limiting a high frequency component of a drive signal applied to the droplet generator.
US11690143B2
A cooking apparatus is disclosed, which comprises a first housing provided with an inverter for induction heating; and a second housing including a working coil to which a current supplied from the inverter is transferred, heated as a container for receiving cooking food is arranged thereon, wherein the first housing and the second housing constitute spaces detached from each other.
US11690141B2
An induction heating device includes a working coil and a resonance capacitor, an inverter that performs a switching operation to supply a resonance current to the working coil, a plurality of snubber capacitors electrically connected to the inverter, a direct current (DC) link capacitor electrically connected to the inverter, and a relay configured to electrically connect one of the plurality of snubber capacitors to the DC link capacitor or the resonance capacitor.
US11690134B2
This disclosure relates to techniques for supporting message mapping via time and/or frequency indexing. For example, these techniques may be applied to device-to-device wireless communication. For example, device to device discovery may use message mapping via frequency indexing. A portion of the payload of a message, such as a discovery message, may be offloaded to a frequency and/or time index. A receiving device may determine the offloaded portion of the payload based on the frequency and/or time (e.g., subcarrier and/or slot) used to transmit the message.
US11690132B2
Some aspects provide an apparatus for wireless communication, in accordance with some aspects of the present disclosure. The apparatus generally includes at least one processor, and at least one memory communicatively coupled with the at least one processor and storing processor-readable code. The processor-readable code, when executed by the at least one processor, may be configured to transmit a packet including at least one medium access control-control element (MAC-CE), receive hybrid automatic request (HARQ) signaling indicating whether the packet was decoded successfully, determine, in response to the HARQ signaling, whether to retransmit the at least one MAC-CE or transmit at least one other MAC-CE based on whether the packet comprises data, and transmit another packet having the at least one MAC-CE or the at least one other MAC-CE based on the determination.
US11690120B2
In accordance with example embodiments of the invention there is at least an apparatus and a method to perform determining, by a network node, a repeater, and/or a user equipment of a communication network, a configuration message comprising an identified frequency range of at least one of a first communication link between a donor and a repeater or a second communication link between a user equipment and the repeater for a repeat transmission in the communication network; and communicating with at least one of the repeater or the user equipment an indication of the configuration message for configuration at the repeater and the user equipment of the at least one set of sub-carriers mapped with the at least one physical channel for the repeat transmission, wherein the configuration message is using at least a different frequency offset of supported radio frequency resources to map at least one set of sub-carriers of the at least one of the first communication link and the second communication link with at least one physical channel in supported radio frequency resources of at least one of the first communication link or the second communication link, and mapping comprises performing spectral modification of resources to cause at least one of: sub-carrier shifting, wherein a sub-carrier is selected for the repeater to frequency shift to another part of the spectrum, based on instructions by the network node, sub-carrier inversion, wherein sub-carriers' indices are inversed, based on an on/off decision by the network node, and wherein the spectral modification is causing the at least one set of sub-carriers with the at least one physical channel to have different spectral properties as compared to a target set of sub-carriers associated with at least one of the user equipment or the repeater.
US11690118B2
Methods, systems, and devices for wireless communications are described. A first user equipment (UE) may communicate with a base station via a first connection and with a second UE via a sidelink connection. The base station may transmit, to the first UE, configuration information including information for one or more relay connections, such as a relay connection between the first UE and the base station via the second UE using the sidelink connection. The first UE may activate (e.g., based on an indication from the base station) the relay connection(s) according to the configuration information. The first UE, the second UE, and the base station may communicate on the relay connection(s) according to the configuration information. In some examples, the base station may transmit, to a UE, configuration information and/or an activation indication for multiple relay connections, where each respective relay connection may be separately configured, activated, or deactivated.
US11690117B2
The present disclosure relates to a communication method and system for converging a 5th-Generation (5G) communication system for supporting higher data rates beyond a 4th-Generation (4G) system with a technology for Internet of Things (IoT). The present disclosure may be applied to intelligent services based on the 5G communication technology and the IoT-related technology, such as smart home, smart building, smart city, smart car, connected car, health care, digital education, smart retail, security and safety services. Disclosed is a method of operating a telecommunication system operating in a multi-connectivity configuration, wherein a first node operates a first radio connection using a first Radio Access Technology, RAT, and a second node operates a second radio connection using a second RAT, wherein a User Equipment, UE, operable to communicate over first and second radio connections, is configured on the basis of its capabilities with respect to the first node and its capabilities with respect to the second node.
US11690113B2
An operating method of a mobile device for performing pairing with an electronic device, including receiving a reception wireless signal from the electronic device; in response to determining that a strength of the reception wireless signal is equal to or greater than a proximity threshold for determining proximity to the electronic device, obtaining sensing information about a movement of the mobile device using at least one sensor of the mobile device; adapting a touch threshold for determining a touch with the electronic device, based on the sensing information; and in response to determining that the strength of the reception wireless signal is equal to or greater than the adapted touch threshold, performing the pairing with the electronic device.
US11690112B2
Selecting local gateways for VoWiFi and/or ViWiFi calls (voice traffic sessions) for a user equipment (UE) includes: receiving, by an evolved packet data gateway (ePDG), a request to initiate the voice traffic session from a WiFi router outside a cellular network that is communicatively coupled with the UE; based on at least an internet protocol (IP) address of the WiFi router or the UE, determining a geographical location of the UE; based on at least the geographical location of the UE, determining a tracking area code; based on at least the tracking area code, determining an IP address of a network gateway proximate to the UE, wherein the network gateway comprises a user plane function (UPF) and a session management function (SMF) or a packet data gateway (PGW) user plane function (PGW-U) and a PGW control plane function (PGW-C); and establishing the voice traffic session using the network gateway.
US11690101B1
A wireless communications system provides coordinated multi point transmission over a channel of a wireless transmission medium. The system includes a central controller having a processor and a memory, a first cell region having a first communications node disposed therein, and a plurality of neighboring cell regions disposed about the first cell region. Each of the plurality of neighboring cell regions includes a second communications node disposed therein. The system includes a plurality of user equipment devices disposed within an overlapping region of the first cell region and one of the neighboring cell regions. The central controller is configured to assign the first communications node to be an anchor transmission point of a coordinated set of transmission points. The anchor transmission point is configured to perform carrier sensing on the channel. The coordinated set of transmission points includes the first communications node and at least one second communications node.
US11690100B2
This disclosure is directed to allocation of one or more radio bands to a user equipment (UE) for establishing a radio link with a radio node (e.g., eNodeB or gNodeB). The radio bands may include a shared band, such as citizens band radio service (CBRS), a primary licensed band, such as the B66 band, and/or an unlicensed band, such as B46 band. A radio communications system may consider a variety of parameters associated with the distance of a UE from a radio node, signal strength of a signal from the UE, the services requested by the UE, and/or spectral availability of the each of the radio bands to determine which radio band(s) to allocate to the UE. In some cases, the radio band allocated to a UE may be dynamically changed by the radio communications system as conditions related to the UE and/or the mobile network change.
US11690099B2
In an embodiment of the present invention, a method for indicating, by an access point (AP) associated with a first basic service set (BSS), spatial reuse (SR) in a wireless LAN (WLAN) system includes transmitting a trigger frame which requests uplink multi-user (UL MU) transmission of a plurality of stations (STAs) and receiving an UL MU physical protocol data unit (PPDU) generated based on the trigger frame from the plurality of STAs. The trigger frame may include SR indication information for indicating the SR of an overlapping BSS (OBSS) STA. The first high efficiency (HE)-signal (SIG) A field of the UL MU PPDU may include SR support information generated based on the SR indication information.
US11690091B2
A resource mapping method and apparatus and a resource mapping indication method and apparatus are provided to adapt to an interference cancellation function of a receiver. According to the method, a network device obtains a mapping mode used for resource mapping during uplink transmission, and sends, to a terminal, information indicating the mapping mode. The mapping mode is used to indicate mapping locations of a plurality of modulation symbols in a resource mapping block (RMB), the RMB comprises a plurality of resource elements (REs), and at least one of the plurality of REs carries at least two modulation symbols.
US11690081B2
Various aspects provide a method for radio resource allocation to support multicast services from a 5G-NR base station. In some aspects, the method may be performed by a processor of the base station. Various aspects include determining a multicast bandwidth part (BWP) within a carrier bandwidth, sending an indication of the multicast BWP to one or more user equipment (UE) computing devices in communication with the base station, and scheduling transmission of multicast data in the multicast BWP.
US11690079B2
A resource indication method, a mobile terminal, and a base station are provided. The resource indication method applied to the mobile terminal includes acquiring indication information and a Physical Uplink Control Channel (PUCCH) configuration resource configured for the mobile terminal sent by a base station, wherein the indication information is configured to indicate position information, in the PUCCH configuration resource, of a PUCCH resource used by the mobile terminal.
US11690074B2
This disclosure provides systems, methods, and devices for wireless communication that support sidelink transmission resource aggregation for in-coverage new radio sidelink (NR SL) operations. In a first aspect, a method of wireless communication includes obtaining a sidelink aggregation factor identifying a number of sidelink resource slots available to a user equipment (UE) to add to each sidelink resource slot allocated in a grant of sidelink channel access from a serving base station. The UE may then receive a sidelink transmission grant identifying at least one granted sidelink resource slot, and determine an aggregated set of sidelink resource slots for each granted sidelink resource slot. The UE may then transmit sidelink communications using the aggregated set of sidelink resource slots for each granted sidelink resource slots used for the sidelink communications. Other aspects and features are also claimed and described.
US11690059B2
A method for configuring transmission order of uplink data, the method performed by a radio equipment (“RE”) of an access node. The RE has a RE controller (“REC”)-RE interface that communicatively couples the RE with a REC of the access node. The method includes receiving instructions from the REC that indicate a scheduling prioritization for transmission by the RE of uplink data between the RE and the REC over the REC-RE interface. The uplink data can be received by the RE on the radio interface. The method can further include transmitting the uplink data on the REC-RE interface according to the instructions, resulting in the scheduling prioritization of the uplink data.
US11690048B2
Methods and apparatuses for inter user equipment (UE) coordination signaling. A method of operating a UE includes determining a first set of first sidelink (SL) resources based on SL sensing and resource exclusion; selecting a first one or more SL resources within the first determined set for reservation, transmitting information about the first one or more SL resources, and receiving inter UE co-ordination information indicating whether a SL resource in the first one or more SL resources has a conflict. The method further includes transmitting on one of the first one or more SL resources, when the one SL resource does not have a conflict; and determining a second set of SL resources based on SL sensing and resource exclusion, and selecting a second one or more SL resources within the second set for transmission and reservation, when all of the first one or more SL resources have a conflict.
US11690047B2
Aspects of the present disclosure include methods, apparatuses, and computer readable media for configuring, in a slot, a low-latency transport block (TB) occupying one or more first temporal resources, a non-low-latency TB occupying one or more second temporal resources different from the one or more first temporal resources, and control information occupying at least a portion of the one or more first temporal resources, wherein the low-latency TB and the non-low-latency TB are time division multiplexed, and transmitting the low-latency TB and the non-low-latency TB via a physical sidelink shared channel (PSSCH) and the control information via a physical sidelink control channel (PSCCH) to one or more peer UEs.
US11690046B2
A method allocates radio resources for a transmitting user equipment (UE) to perform direct communication transmissions over a direct sidelink connection to one or more receiving UEs. At least two sidelink grant processes are provided in the transmitting UE for the transmitting UE to handle at least two sidelink grants within the same transmission control period. Each one of the sidelink grant processes is associated with an identification and can be associated with one sidelink grant. The transmitting UE acquires at least two sidelink grants and associates each of the acquired sidelink grants with one sidelink grant process. For each sidelink grant, the transmitting UE allocates radio resources according to the respective sidelink grant to perform a direct communication transmission of sidelink control information and of data over the direct sidelink connection. The transmitting UE performs a direct communication transmission per acquired sidelink grant within the same transmission control period.
US11690029B2
A user equipment (UE) of re-organizing a timing advance group (TAG) is provided. The UE includes: a receiving unit for receiving, from a serving base station, secondary serving cell (SCell) configuration information which includes a first field and a second field, the first field including an ScellIndex of an SCell to indicate a removal of the SCell, the second field including at least one of the ScellIndex to indicate an addition of the SCell and a TAG ID indicating a TAG of the SCell, and a radio resource control (RRC) processing unit for performing the addition of the SCell after performing the removal of the SCell from one or more SCells configured in the UE, and for reorganizing the TAG by including the SCell in the TAG.
US11690028B2
The present disclosure provides several methods, user equipment (UEs) and base stations for transmitting uplink signals. After receiving uplink synchronization command information, the UE may transmit an uplink signal on at least one idle unlicensed cell. Besides, the UE may try to transmit the uplink signal on multiple uplink signal resources within an uplink signal transmission window. By using the present disclosure, transmission probability of uplink signals may be improved, and time delay of uplink synchronization may be shortened.
US11690027B2
Methods, apparatus and device-readable mediums are disclosed relating to wireless access in a network requiring a carrier-sense mechanism. One aspect provides a method performed by a transmitting device for transmitting to a receiving device in a 10 wireless communications network. The transmitting device comprises a plurality of antenna elements. The method comprises: performing a directional carrier-sense assessment for one or more sub-bands configured for transmissions between the transmitting device and the receiving device, the directional carrier-sense assessment utilizing beamforming to detect a respective level of wireless activity on each of the sub-15 bands in a particular direction for transmissions to the receiving device; selecting a respective transmit power for each sub-band based on the determined level of wireless activity; and transmitting to the receiving device in the particular direction, using the respective selected transmit power for each sub-band.
US11690026B2
A communication technique for convergence of a 5G communication system for supporting a higher data transmission rate beyond a 4G system with an IoT technology, and a system therefor. The present disclosure may be applied to an intelligent service (for example, smart home, smart building, smart city, smart car or connected car, health care, digital education, retail business, security and safety-related service, etc.) on the basis of a 5G communication technology and an IoT-related technology. The present disclosure relates to a method of a terminal, the method comprising the steps of: determining a path loss reference beam on the basis of whether information indicating the path loss reference beam is received; obtaining a path loss on the basis of the path loss reference beam; obtaining a power headroom (PH) on the basis of the path loss; and transmitting a power headroom report (PHR) including the PH.
US11690018B2
A power source is configured to supply power to one or more components of an electronic device. A processing device that is in communication with the power source can be configured to determine an estimated power requirement of the mobile electronic device during a time period, to determine a charge state of the power source, and to produce an indication of the remaining use time of the electronic device based on the estimated power requirement and the charge state of the power source.
US11690016B2
Provided herein are systems, methods, and devices for controlling power to radio equipment that services antennas mounted on a structure, and disabling power to the same when either technicians are present or when the structure has tilted. The systems may include a main board comprising a processor and an isolation board located at least partially within the structure. The isolation board may be configured to transmit to the processor a signal when an input is received via a switch and periodically transmit an indication of an acceleration of the structure due to gravity in a selected axis. The processor may be configured to disconnect power to a radio unit servicing the antenna based on an occurrence of either receiving the first signal or determining that a tilt angle of the structure has exceeded a predetermined threshold for a predetermined period.
US11690013B2
An electronic apparatus used with a separate electronic device, and including: a first radio that wirelessly communicates with the electronic device at a first transmission power in a first power range according to a first wireless protocol; and a second radio that wirelessly communicates the electronic device at a second transmission power in a second power range, that is lower than the first power range, according to a second wireless protocol. The electronic apparatus includes a control circuit that determines whether the first radio is in a power-down state or a power-up state, determines whether a predetermined condition exists, powers-down the first radio when the predetermined condition exists, determines whether a predetermined message is received by the second radio, and powers-up the first radio when it is determined that the predetermined message is received while the first radio is in the power-down state.
US11690006B2
Apparatuses, methods, and systems for connecting a wireless hub across multiple wireless networks are disclosed. One system includes a state machine and a router. The state machine operates to maintain a network availability of each of a plurality of wireless networks for a hub, wherein each of the plurality of wireless networks include network characteristics, wherein the network characteristics include at least IP and non-IP protocols, satellite and non-satellite communication channels, and a connection status. The router operative to select a one of the plurality of wireless networks based on the network availability and the network characteristics as maintained by the state machine, process data packets according to the selected available wireless network based on the network characteristics of the selected available wireless network, and route the processed data packets to the hub through the selected one of the plurality of wireless networks.
US11690005B2
Systems, apparatuses, and methods are described for wireless communications. Network slicing may be used to provide services for a wireless device. A network slice may be used for a wireless device based on an application function that may be located in a home public land mobile network (PLMN) or in a visited PLMN.
US11689994B2
Network-assisted device discovery includes initiating the D2D network-assisted device discovery of a receiving UE to enable a target UE and the receiving UE to establish a D2D communication. A discovery feasibility measurement is performed to determine whether a D2D communication between the target UE and the receiving UE is feasible. A discovery setup message is transmitted and a discovery report is received from the target UE.
US11689990B2
Apparatuses, methods, and systems are disclosed for accessing a local data network via a mobile data connection. One apparatus includes a processor that determines to configure a first data connection to provide access to a local data network in addition to the remote data network based on information received from a session management function (SMF) and activates a network interface that communicates with the local data network in response to determining to configure the first data connection to provide access to the local data network. The processor transmits a downlink data packet to the remote unit over the first data connection and provides the remote unit with access to one or more services via the local data network using the activated network interface.
US11689985B2
The technologies described herein are generally directed toward shedding processing loads associated with route updates. According to an embodiment, a system can comprise a processor and a memory that can enable operations facilitating performance of operations including facilitating identifying a route update for a route to a destination node on a network. Additional operations can include evaluating a value of the route update, resulting in an evaluated value of the route update. Additional operations can include determining whether to communicate the route update to a second routing device based on the evaluated value of the route update.
US11689980B2
A method of initiating a transfer of an active first-type slave process, executed in a first processing entity of an edge cloud computing layer, to a second processing entity of the edge cloud computing layer, includes, at a first mobile entity, receiving a first heat map relating to the first-type master-slave process, ranking, based on a cost function, possible process sharing connections, between the first mobile entity and one or more second processing entities, for the current location of the first mobile entity and/or a location of the first mobile entity in the near future, determining, based on the ranking, one or more second processing entities as potential target processing entities to transfer the first-type slave process to, and transmitting a processing entity transfer request to a control process executed in the edge cloud computing layer. The request includes an identification of the active first-type slave process and indicates at least one of the second processing entities determined, based on the ranking, as potential target to transfer the active first-type slave process to.
US11689969B2
A service node updating method is provided. The method is performed by a terminal device and includes: receiving configuration information, where the configuration information includes first connectivity configuration information used to maintain both a connection to a source node and a connection to a target node in a service node updating procedure and second connectivity configuration information used to release the connection to the source node and connect to the target node; processing, by applying the first connectivity configuration information, a layer 2 protocol entity corresponding to a bearer between the terminal device and the source node, to reconfigure the bearer as a source node split bearer; and processing, by applying the second connectivity configuration information, a layer 2 protocol entity corresponding to the bearer, to reconfigure the source node split bearer as a target node bearer.
US11689963B2
A method performed by a device that has a current first network connection to a first network. The device determining one or more current conditions associated with the device, determining whether a disconnect of the first network connection is imminent based on the one or more current conditions and responsive to determining that the disconnect is imminent, performing a pre-fetch operation to request data over the first network connection for at least one application resident on the device.
US11689961B2
Techniques for distribution of application logic in digital networks are disclosed. In one embodiment, the techniques may be realized as a method that includes receiving a request from a first device to initiate a service instance associated with a service. The service instance is associated with application logic. The method further includes determining one or more parameters associated with the request, identifying at least a portion of the application logic to distribute to a mobile edge server based on the one or more parameters, and distributing the at least a portion of the application logic to the mobile edge server to cause the mobile edge server to provide the service instance to the first device.
US11689931B2
The present disclosure comprises a situational awareness system comprising a range of security features. The method can comprise receiving, by a first wireless network device comprising a processor, identity data associated with a second device utilizing a telephone number of a telecommunications network. The method can also comprise determining by the first wireless network device that a fraudulent action associated with the telephone number has occurred, based on the received identity data. The method can further comprise preventing, by the first wireless network device, the second device from utilizing a mobile application associated with the telecommunications network, in response to the determining that the fraudulent action has occurred.
US11689922B2
A method for re-establishing a Radio Resource Control (RRC) connection between a UE and a target eNB. The method is performed by the UE. The method includes the UE receiving an RRC Connection Reestablishment message from the target eNB, the RRC Connection Reestablishment message including a DL authentication token which has been generated by an MME and has had a Non Access Stratum integrity key as input. The method also includes the UE authenticating the received DL authentication token.
US11689920B2
Systems and methods that provide NAS security protection for mobile networks. In one embodiment, a network element of a mobile network performs a NAS procedure in multiple phases to establish a NAS communication session with User Equipment (UE) when no NAS security context exists. For a first phase, the network element receives an initial NAS message from the UE populated with a subset of NAS protocol Information Elements (IEs) designated for security-related handling, selects a NAS security algorithm for the NAS security context, and sends a response to the UE that indicates the NAS security algorithm. For a second phase, the network element receives a subsequent NAS message from the UE having a NAS message container that contains the initial NAS message populated with each of the NAS protocol IEs for the NAS procedure, and decrypts the NAS message container of the subsequent NAS message using the NAS security algorithm.
US11689915B1
Systems and methods for 5G telecommunication call event timestamping to assist in debugging the flow of call events, such as during roaming, handover operations, or when user equipment (UE) accesses a different network slice. Specifically, a system for the provision of wireless telecommunication services can include a core network having a first UDR and a first UDM. The first UDM, upon receiving communication from one or more network functions, can communicate a first message to the first UDR. The first message can include a first timestamp indicating to the first UDR a first time that the first message was transmitted.
US11689914B2
An apparatus, method, and computer-readable recording medium perform client configuration of a managed device in a wireless network. A client device retrieves capabilities data from an Internet-based cloud server, builds a user interface (UI) based upon the user defined capabilities data and managed service defined capabilities data, sends a data request to the managed device, receives managed device state data from the managed device, sends command to update the managed device, and when the update of the managed device is complete, instructs managed device to send current user defined capabilities data and managed service defined capabilities data to the Internet-based cloud server.
US11689913B2
This application discloses a terminal roaming method and apparatus. A terminal sends, to a first AP associated with the terminal, an action frame that is used to request to associate with a second AP. A receiver address of the action frame is an address of the first AP, and the action frame further includes an identifier of the second AP. When the terminal receives a response frame sent by the first AP for the action frame, and the response frame indicates that association succeeds, the terminal establishes association with the second AP. The terminal first establishes the association with the second AP by using the first AP, and then changes an operating channel to an operating channel of the second AP. Now the terminal can receive and send data on the operating channel of the second AP.
US11689912B2
A method for conducting a velocity check for outbound subscribers roaming to neighboring countries includes receiving, by a network gateway associated with a home country from an MSC associated with a neighboring country, an ingress signaling message related to a mobile device roaming in the neighboring country, sending, to an HLR in the home country, an interrogation request message containing a mobile subscriber identifier, and receiving an interrogation response message containing age of location information and cell identifier information corresponding to the mobile subscriber identifier. The method further includes utilizing the cell identifier information and a country code identifier included in the ingress signaling message to determine two latitude-longitude positions, determining an estimated transit time of the mobile device using the two latitude-longitude reference positions, and comparing age of location information with the estimated transit time to determine if the ingress signaling message is to be forwarded to the HLR.
US11689906B2
A ruggedized engine control module (ECU) system includes a plugin-pod, a connector configured to connect the plugin-pod to a connector of an ECU, and signal processing circuitry. The ruggedized ECU system further includes a ruggedized enclosure for the connector and the signal processing circuitry. The ruggedized enclosure is configured to mount the plugin-pod to the ECU. The connection circuit includes signal processing circuitry configured to receive signals from at least one of the connectors, process the signals, and output the processed signals. The ruggedized ECU is configured to dissipate heat from the signal processing circuitry.
US11689905B2
A user equipment (UE) and base station (BS) in a wireless communication network. The UE includes a receiver configured to receive at least one semi-persistent scheduling (SPS) configuration among a plurality of SPS configurations from a BS. Each of the SPS configurations configures the UE with a different periodicity of a sidelink transmission to be transmitted to another UE. The UE also includes a transmitter configured to transmit the sidelink transmission in the different periodicity according to the at least one of the plurality of SPS configurations. The BS includes a controller configured to select at least one SPS configuration among a plurality of SPS configurations for a UE. Each of the SPS configurations configures the UE with a different periodicity of a sidelink transmission to be transmitted to another UE. The BS also includes a transmitter configured to transmit the selected at least one SPS configuration to the UE.
US11689901B2
A system and method for the real-time management of a device, and more particularly to the establishment and enforcement of policies or rules associated with the feature or functions that may be performed with the device, such as making and receiving calls, exchanging data, playing games and music, sending and receiving email, accessing web sites, and paying for goods and services. If a child or employee is using the device, there may be a need to regulate how that device can be used and to determine who will pay for what goods or services. In addition to providing all of the features associated with a device, service providers need to be able to establish and enforce rules (policies) regulating how and when that device can be used and who will pay for a good or service requested by the user of the device.
US11689891B2
Communication between an owner of a lost tracking device and a finder of a lost tracking device is established. A tracking system receives an identifier of a tracking device and a request for a web page from a mobile device that has captured an image of a smart code on the tracking device. The smart code is embedded with a URL to the web page. The system displays the web page on the mobile device and prompts the user to provide a location of the mobile device. The location is associated with the identifier of the tracking device. A notification indicating the location of the tracking device is generated for the owner. The owner is prompted to provide information to establish contact with the finder of the device, and the web page is populated with the owner's provided information for display on the finder's mobile device.
US11689883B2
A transceiver for a wireless communication system is configured to: communicate with at least one other transceiver of the system using a sidelink resource pool of the system; transmit signals on resources of the pool that are allocated to the transceiver on a period basis with equal length periods tperiodA; transmit a first signal on a first resource of the resources allocated to the transceiver, and receive a second signal from another transceiver of the system on a second resource, the second signal being transmitted by the other transceiver responsive to a reception of the first signal, the second signal being transmitted by the other transceiver on the second resource using the period tperiodA based on which the resources are allocated to the transceiver; determine a distance to the other transceiver based on a time troundA between the transmission of the first signal and the reception of the second signal from the other transceiver, and based on the period tperiodA based on which the resources are allocated to the transceiver.
US11689872B2
An acoustic device includes: a generating unit that generates a monaural signal on the basis of a left stereo signal and a right stereo signal in a low frequency band; an extracting unit that extracts a stereo component for an L-channel and a stereo component for an R-channel on the basis of a left stereo signal and a right stereo signal in a high frequency band; a first combining unit that combines the monaural signal and the stereo component for the L-channel; and a second combining unit that combines the monaural signal and the stereo component for the R-channel.
US11689868B2
A hearing assistance device including: a microphone arranged to receive sound of an environment in which the hearing assistance device is located; a wireless communication device arranged to wirelessly communicate data with an external device; a controller operably connected with the microphone and arranged to process the received sound using sound processing settings that have been determined using a trained machine learning processing model; and a speaker operably connected with the controller and arranged to output the processed sound. The sound processing settings have been determined using the trained machine learning processing model based on a hearing response of a user and one or more properties of the environment.
US11689859B2
Sound device receives a first sound signal from a first sound processor, generates a second sound signal based on the first sound signal, and transmits the second sound signal to a second sound processor. The second sound processor performs signal processing to the second sound signal to generate a third sound signal. The sound device receives the third sound signal from the second sound processor, checks a state of the second sound processor based on a signal received from the second sound processor, transmits a fourth sound signal based on the third sound signal to the first sound processor when determining that the state of the second sound processor is normal, and generates a fifth sound signal based on the first sound signal or the second sound signal to transmit it to the first sound processor when determining that the state of the second sound processor is abnormal.
US11689856B2
A furniture system includes a base and transverse member, with an induction charger provided in the transverse member and/or base, hidden from view and feel. The induction charger can be at least partially secured to either the base frame or the transverse member frame. The induction charger provides induction charging to a device positioned adjacent to a charging surface of the base or transverse member. The charging surface is positioned adjacent to the induction charger. Additionally, the induction charger is positioned between a first and second cushioning material. The first cushioning material is adjacent to (e.g., proximal to or on) the charging surface. The first and second cushioning materials have respective depths.
US11689850B2
Provided is a semiconductor device that does not require an A/D converter circuit and is capable of performing sound source separation without converting an analog signal. The semiconductor device includes a plurality of microphones, a plurality of delay circuits, and a signal processing circuit. The plurality of microphones are electrically connected to the respective delay circuits, and output signals of the plurality of delay circuits are input to the signal processing circuit. The delay circuit includes a plurality of signal retention circuits capable of retaining an analog potential, and has functions of retaining an electric signal output from the microphone as a discrete analog signal in the signal retention circuits and outputting the signal at a time different from the time when the microphone outputs the signal. The signal processing circuit has a function of adding the output signals of the plurality of delay circuits.
US11689848B2
A capacitive sensor assembly includes a capacitive transduction element and an electrical circuit disposed in the housing and electrically coupled to contacts on an external-device interface of the housing. The electrical circuit includes a sampling circuit having an operational sampling phase during which a voltage produced by the capacitive sensor is sampled by a sampling capacitor coupled to a comparator and an operational charging phase during which a second capacitor is charged by a charge and discharge circuit until the output of the comparator changes state, wherein the output of the sampling circuit is a pulse width modulated signal representative of the voltage on the input of the sampling circuit during each sample period. The output of the sampling circuit can be coupled to a delta-sigma analog-to-digital (A/D) converter.
US11689840B2
An audio output device is provided. The audio output device includes a buffering member including a biometric sensor and a first terminal connected to the biometric sensor, a housing including a portion to which the buffering member is mounted, a second terminal disposed in the portion of the housing and electrically connected to the first terminal of the buffering member, and a control circuit positioned inside the housing and operatively connected to the biometric sensor, the first terminal, and the second terminal, wherein the control circuit may be configured to supply power to the biometric sensor through the second terminal if the first terminal and the second terminal are connected, and to receive at least one piece of biometric signal data obtained from the biometric sensor of the buffering member through the second terminal.
US11689839B2
A wireless earphone comprises a battery, a speaker and a chamber/space. The battery has a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, and a third surface extended between the first surface and the second surface. The battery is disconnected from any protecting circuits. The speaker is disposed adjacent to the first surface of the battery. The chamber/space is defined by the battery and the speaker. The chamber/space is devoid of any electronic component.
US11689837B2
The present disclosure relates to an open binaural earphone including a housing, at least one low-frequency speaker, and at least one high-frequency speaker. The housing may be placed on at least one of a head or an ear of a user and not blocking a user's ear canal, and configured to accommodate the at least one low-frequency speaker and the at least one high-frequency speaker. The at least one low-frequency speaker may be configured to output sounds within a first frequency range from at least two first sound guiding holes through at least two first guiding tubes. The at least one high-frequency speaker may be configured to output sounds within a second frequency range from at least two second sound guiding holes through at least two second guiding tubes. The second frequency range may include one or more frequencies higher than one or more frequencies in the first frequency range.
US11689828B2
A solid-state imaging device includes: a pixel unit in which pixels are arranged in a matrix pattern; and a pixel signal read-out unit including an AD conversion unit performing analog-to-digital (AD) conversion of a pixel signal read out from the pixel unit, wherein each pixel included in the pixel unit includes division pixels divided into regions in which photosensitivity levels or electric charge accumulating amounts are different from one another, the pixel signal reading unit includes a normal read-out mode and a multiple read-out mode, and includes a function of changing a configuration of a frame in accordance with a change of the read-out mode, and wherein the AD conversion unit acquires a pixel signal of one pixel by adding the division pixel signals while performing AD conversion for the division pixel signals.
US11689822B2
A dual sensor imaging system and a privacy protection imaging method thereof are provided. The system is configured to control at least one color sensor and at least one IR sensor to respectively capture multiple color images and multiple IR images by adopting multiple exposure conditions adapted for an imaging scene, adaptively select a combination of the color image and the IR image that can reveal details of the imaging scene, detect a feature area with features of a target of interest in the color image, and fuse the color image and the IR image to generate a fusion image with the details of the imaging scene, and crop an image of the feature area of the fusion image to be replaced with an image not belonging to the IR image, so as to generate a scene image.
US11689819B2
Video or image capture device and method of operation of the capture device are described. One example method includes determining, for a video capture by a capture device, a capture orientation mode setting of the capture device, capturing a video using one of a first camera or a second camera based on the capture orientation mode and a current orientation of the capture device, wherein the video is in the capture orientation mode, and storing, after capturing, the video in a video file.
US11689815B2
An imagery processing system determines alternative pixel color values for pixels of captured imagery where the alternative pixel color values are obtained from alternative sources. A main imagery capture device, such as a camera, captures main imagery such as still images and/or video sequences, of a live action scene. Alternative devices capture imagery of the live action scene, in some spectra and form, and that alternative imagery is processed to provide user-selectable alternatives for pixel ranges from the main imagery.
US11689814B1
A system and a method for processing an image. The system comprises an image gateway arranged to receive an input image showing a scene composed by a combination of a plurality of image portions of the input image, wherein one or more of the plurality of image portions is associated with an exposure level deviated from an optimal exposure level; and an enhancement engine arranged to process the input image by applying an exposure/image relationship to the input image, wherein the exposure/image relationship is arranged to adjust the exposure level of each of the plurality of image portions towards the optimal exposure level; and to generate an enhanced image showing a visual representation of the scene composed by a combination of the plurality of image portions of the input image with an adjusted exposure level.
US11689809B2
A reflection module capable of image stabilization includes a reflecting element, a rotatable holder, a fixed base, a spherical supporting structure, an auxiliary supporting structure and an image stabilizing actuator. The reflecting element having a reflecting surface for folding optical path of incident light is disposed on the rotatable holder. The fixed base is connected to the rotatable holder via an elastic element. The spherical supporting structure is disposed between the rotatable holder and the fixed base. The auxiliary supporting structure disposed on at least one of the rotatable holder and the fixed base and corresponds to the spherical supporting structure. At least part of the image stabilizing actuator is disposed on the rotatable holder for driving the rotatable holder to rotate by taking the spherical supporting structure as rotation center. The spherical supporting structure is a ball having at least three contact points with the auxiliary supporting structure.
US11689804B2
An image sensor includes an imaging device, an optical system including a liquid lens to form an image of a subject on an imaging surface of the imaging device, and a controller that performs a refractive power control process of adjusting an application voltage applicable to the liquid lens to control a refractive power of the liquid lens, and a recognition process of analyzing image data from the imaging device to recognize predetermined information about the subject. The controller is operable in a plurality of operation modes each with a different wait period from a change in the application voltage to the liquid lens in response to the refractive power control process to a start of the recognition process.
US11689803B2
A dual-aperture camera comprising a first camera having a first sensor and a first image signal processor (ISP), the first camera operative to output a first stream of frames, a second camera having a second sensor and a second ISP, the second camera operative to output a second stream of frames, and a synchronization and operation control module configurable to control operation of one camera in a fully operational mode and operation of the other camera in a partially operational mode and to output an output of the fully operational camera as a dual-aperture camera output, whereby the partially operational mode of the other camera reduces a dual-aperture camera the power consumption in comparison with a full operational mode of the other camera.
US11689785B2
Provided are a dual-spectrum image automatic exposure method and apparatus, and a dual-spectrum image camera. This method includes acquiring an original image collected by the image sensor; performing logical light splitting processing on the original image to obtain an infrared image and a visible light image; determining whether to use infrared cutoff filter; if it is determined to use the infrared cutoff filter, performing exposure processing on the visible light image by using a single-spectrum exposure algorithm to obtain a visible light image that conforms to a target exposure effect; and if it is determined not to use the infrared cutoff filter, performing the exposure processing on the infrared image and the visible light image by using a dual-spectrum exposure algorithm to obtain a visible light image that conforms to a first exposure effect and an infrared image that conforms to a second exposure effect.
US11689779B2
When a viewer is determined to be interested in an advertisement, a media guidance application may identify a second related advertisement to display to the viewer. The second advertisement may be displayed following the first interesting advertisement. To avoid timing issues, media content following the advertisements may be buffered so that the viewer can catch up on the media content without missing anything.
US11689764B2
Methods, apparatus, systems, and articles of manufacture are disclosed for loading and roll-off of reference media assets. Example apparatus disclosed herein are to determine whether a first condition to prune a reference media asset is satisfied, and in response to a determination that the first condition is satisfied, determine whether a second condition to prune the reference media asset is satisfied. Disclosed example apparatus are also to, in response to a determination that the second condition is satisfied: segment the reference media asset into a plurality of segments based on a length of the reference media asset, prune a first one of the segments, and retain a second one of the segments in a database to compare with meter data to credit media exposure associated with the reference media asset.
US11689758B2
An addressable asset system (100) includes user equipment devices (UEDs) (102), a cloud decisioning system (CDS) (106) and a business data management system (BDMS) (108). The BDMS (108) collects information that is used by the CDS (106) to manage delivery of assets by the UEDs (102). In an exemplary network architecture, the CDS (106) is independent of the network insertion and delivery equipment. In particular, the broadcast content stream is delivered to the UED (102) by a digital content management(DCM) system (110) and certain assets are separately delivered to the UED (102) by the asset download network (AND) (112). This allows the CDS (106) to remain independent of the network of the UED (102) such that the CDS (106) can operate across networks.
US11689750B2
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to workload-based dynamic throttling of video processing functions. Systems and methods are disclosed that dynamically throttle video processing and/or streaming based on a workload. Live video is captured from one or more sources (e.g., cameras) and stored. The video is then provided to a video processing engine and a video streaming engine. The video processing engine may perform one or more operations such as object detection, object tracking, and object classification to produce characterization data (e.g., bounding boxes, object trajectories, alerts, object labels, object counts, boundary crossings, intersection highlighting, etc.). System resource usage and performance of the video processing and streaming are monitored to produce workload data (e.g., metrics). Based on the policies and the workload data, the video streaming and/or processing is dynamically reconfigured by adjusting parameters provided to the video streaming and processing engines.
US11689739B2
An encoder includes memory and circuitry configured to determine a merge mode to be applied to a current block, wherein the merge mode includes a sub-block merge mode and a first merge mode. In the merge mode, inter-prediction parameters are inferred from a neighboring block neighboring the current block. In the sub-block merge mode, the current block includes a plurality of sub-blocks, and inter-prediction parameters are provided for each of the plurality of sub-blocks. When the merge mode is determined to be the first merge mode, the circuitry generates a prediction image for the current block by performing a bi-directional optical flow prediction process, wherein the bi-directional optical flow prediction process uses a spatial gradient for the current block. When the merge mode is determined to be the sub-block merge mode, the circuitry generates a prediction image for the current block by not performing the bi-directional optical flow prediction process.
US11689736B2
A video image processing method including determining a current image block, in response to a size of the current image block meeting a preset condition, skipping a temporal motion vector prediction (TMVP) operation so that a temporal candidate motion vector of the current image block is not determined according to the TMVP operation, and encoding the current image block. The TMVP operation includes determining a relevant block of the current image block in a temporal neighboring image, and determining the temporal candidate motion vector of the current image block according to a motion vector of the relevant block.
US11689732B2
An image encoding/decoding method and apparatus are provided. An image decoding method performed by an image decoding apparatus may comprise obtaining palette information and palette index prediction information of a current block from a bitstream, based on a palette mode applying for the current block, constructing a palette predictor for the current block based on the palette information and constructing a palette table for the current block based on the palette predictor, generating a palette index map for the current block based on the palette index prediction information, and decoding the current block based on the palette table and the palette index map, The palette predictor may be selectively updated based on a split structure of the current block.
US11689724B2
A method of deriving prediction sample values for decoding video data by a device is provided. A reference wraparound offset syntax specifying an offset used for computing a horizontal wrap-around position is decoded. A luma location is derived based on a product of a value of the reference wraparound offset syntax and a minimum coding block size. A predicted luma sample value is derived by using the luma location.
US11689714B2
An encoder includes circuitry and memory connected to the circuitry. The circuitry, in operation: derives, as a first parameter, a total sum of absolute values of sums of horizontal gradient values respectively for pairs of relative pixel positions; derives, as a second parameter, a total sum of absolute values of sums of vertical gradient values respectively for the pairs of relative pixel positions; derives, as a third parameter, a total sum of horizontal-related pixel difference values respectively for the pairs of relative pixel positions; derives, as a fourth parameter, a total sum of vertical-related pixel difference values respectively for the pairs of relative pixel positions; derives, as a fifth parameter, a total sum of vertical-related sums of horizontal gradient values respectively for the pairs of relative pixel positions; and generates a prediction image to be used to encode the current block using the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth parameters.
US11689710B2
An image processing device, including an image generation circuit and a multifocal length processing circuit, is provided. The image generation circuit generates multiple depth plane images with depth information and multiple corresponding zoom control information, and merges the multiple depth plane images and the multiple zoom control information according to an arrangement rule, to be a merged image data. The multifocal length processing circuit is configured to decompose the merged image data to restore the multiple depth plane images and the corresponding multiple zoom control information according to the arrangement rule, and to determine a time at which the restored multiple depth plane images are transmitted to a display device and a time at which the restored multiple zoom control information are transmitted to a zoom lens according to a frame rate of the display device. The disclosure also provides an image processing method and a 3D image generation system.
US11689697B2
A method for traffic surveillance may include acquiring, from a plurality of first video sensors, a first set of images of an area, and generating a map-based surveillance interface of the area based on the first set of image data. The method may also include presenting, on a display, the map-based surveillance interface; wherein each of the plurality of first video sensors is implemented on an illuminating devices in the area, and the first set of image data denotes a plurality of views of the area captured by the plurality of first video sensors, respectively.
US11689693B2
A video frame interpolation method and device, and a computer-readable storage medium are described. The method includes: inputting at least two image frames into a video frame interpolation model to obtain at least one frame-interpolation image frame, training the initial model using a first loss to obtain a reference model, copying the reference model to obtain three reference models with shared parameters, selecting different target sample images according to a preset rules to train the first/second reference model to obtain a first/second frame-interpolation result; selecting third target sample images from the first/second frame-interpolation result to train the third reference model to obtain the frame-interpolation result, obtaining a total loss of the first training model based on the frame-interpolation result and the sample images, adjusting parameters of the first training model based on the total loss, and using a parameter model via a predetermined number of iterations as the video frame interpolation model.
US11689685B2
An information processing apparatus includes a processing section that generates preview data for a preview of a print image by using raster data obtained by performing RIP processing on image data, and a storage section that stores the preview data, in which the image data has a spot color region represented by using a plurality of colors including at least one spot color as a region corresponding to one pixel of the preview data, and when a color replacement of the at least one spot color is performed, the processing section records a color value using an output color of the color replacement in the one pixel.
US11689672B2
A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing a control program, the control program, when executed by a computer of an information processing device, causes the information processing device to: perform first display processing in a case where it is determined that none of functions of the image processing apparatus is selected, the first display processing including displaying a status of the image processing apparatus; and perform second display processing in a case where it is determined that any one of the functions of the image processing apparatus is selected, the second display processing including: displaying a status of the image processing apparatus which is based on a status information relevant to a first function that is the selected function; and limiting display of a status of the image processing apparatus which is based on a status information relevant to a second function that is a function not selected.
US11689670B2
A system and method for maintenance and supplying of a fleet of multifunction peripheral devices includes two or more networked devices including a decision engine. Devices discover one another and one device is designated as a server. The server creates a virtual lobby accessible by other devices and its decision engine is enabled. The server invites other devices into its virtual lobby, and these devices join the lobby in response. Devices provide their device state information to the lobby. The enabled decision engine generates recommendations for consumable replenishment, device servicing or device configuration, relaying the recommendations to a system administrator's tablet or smartphone. The administrator may accept, reject, modify or implement received suggestions. Consumable supplies or servicing recommendations can be done automatically if enabled. Administrator actions are fed back to the server for machine learning to improve future suggestions.
US11689665B2
A media providing server and a method and computer program for providing call waiting content with respect to ARS order calls for a broadcast product provide call waiting content with respect to ARS order calls for the broadcast product and provide order content to enable a product to be ordered according to one of order methods except for an ARS order method.
US11689663B2
Systems and methods of managing customer journeys are implemented using one or more processors in a computing system. Each journey may comprise a succession of interactions at interaction points such as telephone conversations, responses to an interactive voice response “IVR” system and viewing a web page. Customer journey scores are determined for customers at one or more interaction points along the customer journey and the customer journey score is used to determine whether and when an intervention should take place. Models for determining customer journey scores may be created for a set of customers based on one or both of subjective and objective data relating to a subset of the set of customers that have made some or part of the journey, e.g. customers that have responded to polls. An intervention may take place during the journey or after completion of the journey.
US11689653B2
Described herein are systems, devices, methods, and media for facilitating emergency communications by an emergency management system. In one embodiment, a method for facilitating emergency communications comprises: identifying a user potentially affected by an emergency; providing an emergency response message to a communication device associated with the user; receiving confirmation of the emergency; in response to receiving confirmation of the emergency, initiating an autonomous communication session with the user through the communication device; extracting emergency information from the autonomous communication session; and providing the emergency information to an emergency service provider (ESP).
US11689643B2
An information exchange platform receives a file from a client system and processes the file for delivery to a trading partner (TP) of the client system. The TP does not need to be a client of the information exchange platform. So long as the file has some identifying information such as an email address that uniquely identifies the TP within a custom solution for the client system, the information exchange platform can automatically and programmatically provision the TP. An auto-provisioning subsystem is operable to create and/or configure information needed to complete the processing of the file just in time, including creating a legal entity and a routing address for the TP. When completed, the file is processed into a deliverable, which is then provided for delivery to the TP just in time as the file is received from the client system.
US11689642B2
Techniques for using computer networking protocol extensions to route control-plane traffic and data-plane traffic associated with a common application are described herein. For instance, a traffic flow associated with an application may be established such that control-plane traffic is sent to a control-plane node associated with the application and data-plane traffic is sent to a data-plane node associated with the application. When a client device sends an authentication request to connect to the application, the control-plane node may send an indication of a hostname to be used by the client device to send data-plane traffic to the data-node. As such, when a packet including the hostname corresponding with the data-plane node is received, the packet may be forwarded to the data-plane node.
US11689639B2
A method for fetching a content from a web server to a client device is disclosed, using tunnel devices serving as intermediate devices. The client device accesses an acceleration server to receive a list of available tunnel devices. The requested content is partitioned into slices, and the client device sends a request for the slices to the available tunnel devices. The tunnel devices in turn fetch the slices from the data server, and send the slices to the client device, where the content is reconstructed from the received slices. A client device may also serve as a tunnel device, serving as an intermediate device to other client devices. Similarly, a tunnel device may also serve as a client device for fetching content from a data server. The selection of tunnel devices to be used by a client device may be in the acceleration server, in the client device, or in both. The partition into slices may be overlapping or non-overlapping, and the same slice (or the whole content) may be fetched via multiple tunnel devices.
US11689638B2
Disclosed is a framework for providing microservices for database with embedded container service in a container cloud platform. The framework includes a container cloud manager for performing distributed management of resources in a data center. The container cloud manager includes an orchestrator with a flexible job scheduler and operator pool. The flexible job scheduler and container cloud master form a flexible job management platform for managing jobs of the data center. The flexible job management framework can isolate various types of jobs as well as mix various jobs for efficient usage of hosts or resources in the data center. The operator pool includes optional components of a database. The orchestrator facilitates quick customization and release of database products, such as a HANA database with optional services, as requested by a user in the container cloud platform.
US11689635B2
A method for tracking a user across multiple website domains over a computerized network, the method comprising sending a first first-party user identifier to a collector in response to a user accessing a first website; generating a first user prompt in response to the user accessing the first website; receiving a first input from the user in response to the first user prompt; redirecting the user to a centralized domain; sending a second first-party user identifier associated with the user and the centralized domain to the collector; correlating the first first-party user identifier with the second first-party user identifier to determine that the user is associated with both the first first-party user identifier and the second first-party user identifier; and displaying a webpage of the centralized domain or a landing page in response to the correlation.
US11689619B2
Embodiments for a method of storing e-mail messages using a cloud native e-mail data protection process. E-mail messages are first compressed and stored in a container along with selected metadata. An Email Record is created for each e-mail message. A Container Record is created for each newly created container, and a Backup Record is created for each container for each backup. Once the required records are created, the process facilitates the execution of backup operations, such as full or incremental backups of the stored e-mail messages. Data tiering is supported so that low cost object storage in the public cloud is used instead of expensive processing methods, such as deduplication backups.
US11689617B1
Systems, computer program products, and methods are described herein for triggering resource channel mapping for dynamic authentication. The present invention is configured to receive, from a user input device, a request from a user to access resources via a first resource channel; retrieve information associated with the user; query a resource channel repository using the information associated with the user; retrieve, from the resource channel repository, information associated with a second resource channel based on at least the query, wherein the second resource channel is associated with the user; in response, automatically trigger a resource channel mapping engine; map, using the resource channel mapping engine, the second resource channel and the first resource channel; and in response, authorize the request to access the resources via the first resource channel.
US11689611B2
The present application describes a system and method for determining a latency between a client device and various servers of a networking system.
US11689605B2
A method and apparatus for performing operations by network interface cards in a network of computers. A network interface card is configured to receive a message and to interpret the message to identify a primitive operation to be performed. The primitive operation is one of a plurality of primitive operations that are performed to perform an operation. The primitive operation is performed by the network interface card and a trigger signal is generated in response to performing the primitive operation. The trigger signal is interpreted to identify a triggered message. The triggered message identifies a next one of the plurality of primitive operations to be performed. The triggered message is transmitted back to the network interface card or to another network interface card in the network for processing.
US11689603B2
Disclosed is a new approach for client-side contextual engagement with a website visitor. A browser loads a page containing a reference to a script file implementing a visitor client. The visitor client may store visitor client data including site rules and a visitor profile locally on the client device. The visitor client may include a context monitor for calling the decision engine, a decision engine for evaluating the site rules relative to a context defined at least partially by events occurring on the page and the visitor profile, and a widget manager for managing visitor client data persisted on the client device. The content monitor may call the decision engine when the context changes. The decision engine may determine, in real time and relative to the context, that proactive or reactive engagement(s) may be appropriate and call the widget manager to launch and display corresponding engagement channel(s) on the page.
US11689601B1
Aspects of the present disclosure relate to stream quality enhancement. A determination can be made that quality of an audio/video (A/V) stream being streamed to a first device falls below a quality threshold. A plurality of edge processing devices in an environment of the first device can be identified. Available computing resources of each of the edge processing devices can be determined. At least one edge processing device of the plurality of edge processing devices with sufficient computing resources for correcting quality of the A/V stream using a correction model can be selected. The selected at least one edge processing device can be instructed to correct the A/V stream using the correction model to generate a corrected A/V stream that satisfies the quality threshold. A command to transmit the corrected A/V stream to the first device can be issued.
US11689582B2
A wireless communication network delivers a video-conferencing service from a video-conferencing system to wireless User Equipment (UEs) over a wireless network core and a Radio Access Network (RAN). The wireless network core monitors performance of video-conferencing functions in the video-conferencing system and prioritizes the video-conferencing functions based on their performance. The wireless network core transfers a video-conferencing function list to the RAN that prioritizes the video-conferencing functions by their performance. The RAN wirelessly transfers the video-conferencing function list to the wireless UEs. The RAN wirelessly exchanges video-conference signaling between the wireless UEs and the wireless network core. The wireless network core exchanges the video-conference signaling between the RAN and the video-conferencing functions. Individual wireless UEs select their individual video-conferencing functions based on the video-conferencing function list that prioritizes the video-conferencing functions by their performance.
US11689577B2
A method comprising: receiving a request from a second application to access information from a first application, said first and second applications installed on a user equipment, and in response to said request, determining whether said second application is operating in accordance with at least one rule.
US11689573B2
Techniques for enforcing policy on multiple levels, including context-based and/or packet-based, as well as one or more of event-based, activity-based, and behavior-based. Higher-level abstraction of policy enables IP endpoint discovery and classification for which predefined multi-level policy can be applied. Management of policy can abstract lower-level parameters in favor of a higher-level of abstraction, which enables integration with an asset management platform.
US11689554B2
Methods and systems for identifying a network vulnerability. The system may gather data regarding a new or previously unknown network device, and compare the gathered data to one or more known devices that are scanned by a vulnerability assessment device. The vulnerability assessment device may then scan the previously unknown device upon a processor determining the previously unknown device shares at least one feature with a known device that is scanned.
US11689551B2
A method for automatically identifying applications that circumvent permissions. The method includes logging network traffic transmitted by one or more computing devices while the one or more computing devices execute one or more applications, identifying, based on analyzing the logged network traffic and permissions granted to the one or more applications, those of the one or more applications that caused permission-protected data to be transmitted without having permission to access that data as circumventing permissions, and generating a report indicating the applications that were identified as circumventing permissions.
US11689545B2
The disclosure herein describes automatically performing security operations associated with a client system based on aggregated event impact scores of computing events during a rolling time interval. Event data is obtained, wherein the event data is from a plurality of computing devices of the client system associated with computing events occurring during a time interval after an endpoint of the rolling time interval. Event impact scores are calculated for the computing events of the obtained event data over the time interval based at least on cardinality estimation. The calculated event impact scores are merged into the set of aggregated event impact scores associated with the rolling time interval and event impact scores associated with an expired time interval are removed from the set of aggregated event impact scores. Based on the set of aggregated event impact scores, at least one security operation is performed for at least one computing event.
US11689539B2
Systems, methods, and software are disclosed herein to generate a customized view of a blockchain transaction. A blockchain of block entries requested by a plurality of users from user devices is maintained in a distributed network of nodes. The block entries each comprise a plurality of data portions that are each associated with an access level. A request to view one or more data portions of a block entry is received which includes an access code associated with at least one access level. The access code in the request is evaluated with the blockchain of block entries to identify one or more data portions associated with the access level. A customized view of the block entry is generated which includes the one or more data portions associated with the access level. Enhanced operational efficiency and customer convenience is thereby provided in industries including parking, hotels, and autonomous vehicle fleets.
US11689538B2
An authentication method includes assigning a risk status to a request received from a remote interaction system, transmitting a notification communication to a device associated with the request, monitoring interaction data from an interaction network, and identifying, from the monitored interaction data, authentication interaction information, the authentication interaction information including a coded sequence and a predetermined authentication identifier. The authentication method also includes comparing the coded sequence in the authentication interaction information to an expected coded sequence and transmitting a verification communication after determining the coded sequence in the authentication interaction information matches the expected coded sequence.
US11689534B1
Technologies are disclosed for dynamic authorization of users for distributed systems. A permission service allows authorized users to specify permissions for users of different systems, such as physical access security systems (PACS) and easier for users to interact with the authorized resources of the PACS. A manager may select a role for the user to specify the allowed permissions for the user. Changing the permissions/resources of a role automatically changes the permissions for users that are associated with the role. A scope may also be assigned to the user that specifies the locations of the physical resources that the user may access (e.g., a particular data center, a region, globally, . . . ). Instead of having to locate specific resources that the user is authorized to access, a graphical user interface (GUI) displays the authorized resources. When the resources change, the GUI is dynamically updated.
US11689532B2
An approach to allow cloud-based positioning systems to use their own identity provider. An extra field is included in a token that is used to look up the identity provider for token verification for each user. Each access claim of the access token is checked for invalidity. If no invalid claims are found, accepting the authorization request. If an invalid claim is found, rejecting the authorization request.
US11689526B2
Aspects of the present disclosure involve systems, methods, devices, and the like for user identification using Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and data analytics. In one embodiment, a verification system and method is introduced that can provide user authentication using parallel modeling for face identification. The verification system used includes a face identification module for use in the identification and verification using parallel processing of a received image with a claimed identity. The parallel processing includes an ensemble of machine learning models processed in parallel for optimal performance.
US11689520B2
Authorizing access to a web domain involves a server device receiving, from a browser of a computing device, a request to access a web domain. The server device sends a web page to the browser of the computing device. The web page includes a redirect script that redirects the browser to a particular companion domain of the web domain, wherein the particular companion domain comprises a domain name system (DNS) zone file comprising an ALIAS record for the particular companion domain. The server device sends to the browser an authentication challenge for access to the web domain. The server device receives a Kerberos service ticket from the browser of the computing device. The server device provides the browser with access to the web page.
US11689518B2
Aspects described herein may allow for the generation of a message to be sent to an intended recipient of a request for a communication session prior the initiation of the communication session. The system may monitor applications and associated devices to determine the initiation of the communication session. Based on such a determination, the system may generate a message to be presented to a communication initiating user and to be sent to an intended recipient of the communication session. The system may determine data for the message based on an analysis of the data associated with the communication initiating user, and the system may apply a machine learning model to generate draft messages for the user. Messages may be generated to authenticate a user with an intended recipient of the communication session.
US11689514B2
Methods and systems are provided for user authentication in communication systems. An identification token may be generated in response to a user terminal loading a web page from a web server, with the identification token associated with a time stamp indicating when a network address is used by the user terminal, and with generating the identification token being triggered in response to a request from the user terminal to load the web page. User authentication information, associated with the network address and the time stamp, may be obtained and sent to one or both of the user terminal and the web server for authenticating the user of the communication network. Triggering the generating of the identification token may include instructing the user terminal to request the identification token and/or identifying the network address in response to the request from the user terminal to load the web page.
US11689505B2
This disclosure describes using a dynamic proxy for securing communications between a source within a cloud environment and an application container. The techniques include intercepting traffic directed to an application container, analyzing the traffic and traffic patterns, and allowing or preventing the traffic from being delivered to the application container based on the analysis. A traffic analysis engine may determine whether the traffic is considered safe and is to be allowed to be delivered to the application container, or whether the traffic is considered unsafe and is to be prevented from being delivered to the application container, According to some configurations, the address(es) to the network interfaces (e.g., WIFI or Eth0) are abstracted to help ensure security of the application containers.
US11689495B2
Systems and methods for managing domain name registrations in accordance with rules and regulations of a domain name verification system are disclosed. The disclosed technology enables a domain name verification system to regulate the registration of domain names in accordance with its own domain name registration policies. This disclosed system uses a “whitelist” domain name registry to register “whitelist domain names” once pre-approval to register a corresponding target domain name has been granted. In this manner, the whitelist domain name registry system acts as a repository for pre-approved domain name registrations and enables pre-qualified registrants (including potential or prospective registrants) to then register a target domain name.
US11689494B2
A data transceiver device in a repeater according to an exemplary embodiment includes: a radio unit assigned with a unique port number for uniquely identifying the radio unit and a layer splitter connected to the radio unit; a transfer unit configured to transfer an inbound packet to the layer splitter identified by the unique port number when the inbound packet including the unique port number as an internal port number is received; and the layer splitter configured to transfer the inbound packet to the radio unit corresponding to the unique port number when the inbound packet is received through transfer unit.
US11689493B2
Some embodiments provide a novel method for performing network address translation to share a limited number of external source network addresses among a large number of connections. Instead of allocating an external source network address for an egressing packet just based on its internal source network address, the method of some embodiments allocates the external source network address based on the egressing packet's source network address and destination network address. This allows a limited number of external source network addresses to be re-used for different destination network address. For instance, in some embodiments, the method's network address allocation scheme allows the same 64K (e.g., 2{circumflex over ( )}16) external source ports to be used for 64K connections for each destination network address.
US11689485B1
A method for data processing that includes receiving an indication of a configuration for a first action of a communication process flow that controls electronic communications between a tenant of a multi-tenant system and a first set of users associated with the tenant. The method further includes associating, within a storage location associated with the tenant, a unique identifier with metadata that defines the configuration. The method further includes receiving a request to apply the configuration to a second action of a communication process flow that controls electronic communications between the tenant and a second set of users associated with the tenant. The request may indicate the unique identifier associated with the metadata. The method further includes retrieving the metadata from the storage location using the unique identifier indicated by the request. The method further includes applying the configuration to the second action using the retrieved metadata.
US11689484B2
The disclosed exemplary embodiments include computer-implemented systems, apparatuses, and processes that dynamically configure and populate a digital interface based on sequential elements of message data exchanged during a chatbot session established programmatically between an apparatus and a device. For example, the apparatus may generate first messaging data that includes a candidate input value for an interface element of a digital interface, and transmit the first messaging data to the device during the programmatically established chatbot session. The apparatus may also receive, from the device during the programmatically established chatbot session, second messaging data that includes a confirmation of the candidate input value. Based on the second messaging data, the apparatus may generate populated interface data that associates the interface element with the confirmed candidate input value, and store the populated interface data within a memory.
US11689474B2
Central processing units (CPUs) are configured to support host access instruction(s) that are associated with accessing solid state storage. A resource management module, implemented independently of the CPUs, receives a resource allocation request that includes a usage type identifier and requested amount of a resource, where the usage type identifier is associated with a group identifier. Adjustable resource configuration information is accessed to obtain: (1) a maximum associated with the usage type identifier, (2) a minimum associated with the usage type identifier, and (3) a group limit associated with the group identifier. Resource state information is accessed and it is determine whether to grant the request based at least in part on the maximum, minimum, group limit, and resource state information. The resource allocation request is then granted or denied based on the determination.
US11689466B2
Methods, systems, and apparatus are described for throttling a distributed processing system. In one aspect, a method includes identifying records being processed by a distributed processing system that performs agent processes, each of the records including a corresponding timestamp; determining, based on timestamps of the records that have been processed by a first agent process, a first agent progress; identifying a dependent agent process performed by the distributed processing system, wherein the dependent agent process processes only records that have been processed by the first agent process; determining, based on timestamps of records that have been processed by the dependent agent process, a dependent agent progress; and throttling performance of the first process based on the first agent progress and the dependent agent progress.
US11689451B1
The invention provides in some aspects a routing network comprising one or more nodes, at least one of which executes a process that routes received messages—and/or the digital data packets that make them up—to downstream nodes (i.e., further routing nodes or terminal nodes, within or outside or off the network) based on directives maintained in a routing table or other store (“routing table”) local to or otherwise associated with the receiving node. That node is responsive to interrupts or other notifications received from a control module with which it is in communications coupling for updating those directives with information supplied with that notification or otherwise available in connection therewith. As subsequent messages are received by the node, the process routes them to downstream nodes based on those updated directives.
US11689445B2
An optimizing agent of a network device that does not support low latency DOCSIS can identify traffic or packets associated with a client resource for an optimization service flow. For example, the optimizing agent can receive a priority notification associated with a client resource from a low latency controller that is indicative of a low latency requirement associated with the client resource. The optimizing agent identifies the traffic for the optimized service flow based on the priority notification. The identifying can require modifying one or more parameters of an existing service flow, creating a new service flow, or selecting an existing service flow with low latency. The identified traffic can be routed to the optimized service flow to achieve low latency or high QoS.
US11689438B2
An example apparatus comprises at least one memory, instructions in the apparatus, and at least one processor to execute the instructions to identify an agent identifier from a plurality of network command responses, the plurality of network command responses including a plurality of network parameters, apply weighted values to the plurality of network parameters, and determine a total weighted sum of the plurality of network parameters, the total weighted sum corresponding to a connectivity factor of an agent associated with the agent identifier.
US11689433B2
A method and a scoring node for estimating a user's Quality of Experience, QoE, when a service is delivered in a media stream to the user by means of a communication network. Quality-related parameters pertaining to the service delivery are extracted, and an individual opinion score is determined for each of a set of quality models by applying each respective quality model in the set on the quality-related parameters. An aggregated opinion score is then determined as a weighted average of the individual opinion scores. The aggregated opinion score can then be used as an estimation of the user's QoE for the service delivery, e.g. when evaluating the service and/or the communication network.
US11689431B2
This disclosure describes techniques that include adding information to a network service header in packets being processed by a set of compute nodes in a service chain. The information added to the network service header can be used during selection of the next hop in a service chain, and may be used to help ensure that service level agreements (SLA) are met with respect to one or more metrics. In one example, this disclosure describes a method that includes receiving, by a service complex having a plurality of service nodes, a packet associated with a service chain representing a series of services to be performed on the packet by one or more of the plurality of service nodes; identifying, by the service complex, one or more service chain constraints associated with the service chain; and modifying the packet, by the service complex, to include information about the service chain constraints.
US11689423B2
An apparatus, systems, methods, and the like, for autonomous scaling of Internet services, such as scaling Internet access speeds, provided by a communications network to one or more connected networks is provided. The service-providing network may include one or more virtual interface devices through which the connected network or device may access the Internet. The connected networks may utilize these virtual devices to communicate with the broader Internet to exchange data. For example, the connected networks may be associated with a common access point to the service providing network, such as an on-net building or other common location that utilizes the same device or devices to access the network to receive services from the network. In some implementations, the virtual network access devices may be instantiated on one or more network computing devices, such as an application server or other configurable computing and networking device.
US11689422B1
A computing resource service provider may provide computing instances organized into logical groups, such as auto-scaling groups. Computing instances assigned to an auto-scaling group may be place into standby. Standby instances may still be managed by the auto-scaling group but may not contribute to the capacity of the auto-scaling group for auto-scaling purposes.
US11689392B2
The present disclosure relates to a parallel filter structure for processing a signal. The parallel filter structure includes a signal input configured to receive a time and value discrete input signal. The parallel filter structure includes a feed forward equalizer circuit connected with the signal input for receiving the time and value discrete input signal. The parallel filter structure includes a decision feedback equalizer circuit connected with the signal input for receiving the time and value discrete input signal. The feed forward equalizer circuit and the decision feedback equalizer circuit together form a parallel circuit. Further, an oscilloscope and a method of processing a signal are provided.
US11689378B1
A system can receive respective bio telemetry data from a group of people in an online session, wherein the bio telemetry data comprises alpha wave data and beta wave data. The system can determine a current moving average for the current time period based on a numerical combination of respective beta wave data of the bio telemetry data and respective alpha wave data of the bio telemetry data, wherein the numerical combination is scaled by a first weighting value, wherein the current moving average is decreased by a previous moving average for a previous time period, and wherein the previous moving average is scaled by a second weighting value. The system can, in response to determining that attentiveness by the group of people has decreased based on the previous moving average being greater than the current moving average, sending attentiveness notification data directed to an instructor user account.
US11689361B1
N key generation circuits are arranged in a pipeline having N stages. Each key generation circuit is configured to generate a round key as a function of a respective input key and a respective round constant. Output signal lines that carry the round key from a key generation circuit in a stage of the pipeline, except the key generation circuit in a last stage of the pipeline, are coupled to the key generation circuit in a successive stage of the pipeline to provide the respective input key.
US11689359B2
A method includes sending, to a compute device and via a private channel, a public key for asymmetric encryption. The method also includes concurrently authenticating the compute device and generating a traffic key for symmetric encryption, based at least in part on the public key. The method further includes sending a message to the compute device, the message being encrypted using the traffic key via the symmetric encryption.
US11689357B2
In an example, a method of encryption is described to include generation of a content encryption key and a key encryption key. In that example, the content encryption key is wrapped based on a key wrap operation using the key encryption key and the wrapped content encryption key is encrypted using a policy encryption key. Further in that example, the policy encryption key is encrypted using a public key corresponding to a print apparatus. In an example, a method of decryption is described. The example method of decryption performs recovery of a policy object using a private key corresponding to a print apparatus. In that example, the policy object includes a wrapped key that is unwrapped using a key encryption key to recover a content encryption key usable to decrypt an encrypted electronic document.
US11689352B2
A method is provided for generating an output from an input according to a secret using a white-box implementation of a cryptographic function having a first operation, a second operation, and a third operation. The method applies the input to a first operation to generate a first intermediate result, applies the first intermediate result to a second operation to generate a second intermediate result, and applies the second intermediate result to a third operation to generate the output, wherein at least two of the first operation, the second operation, and the third operation is implemented by a plurality of interconnected logic elements, the interconnection of the plurality of logic elements being comprised of one of a non-algebraic interconnection of logic elements and an algebraic interconnection of logic elements having obfuscated boundaries between the at least one of the first operation, the second operation and the third operation.
US11689351B2
A hybrid receiver circuit included in a computer system may include both an analog and an ADC-based receiver circuit. A front-end circuit generates different equalized signals based on received signals that encode a serial data stream that includes multiple data symbols. Depending on a baud rate of the serial data stream, either the digital receive circuit or the analog receiver circuit is activated to provide the desired performance and power consumption over the range of possible baud rates. The ADC-based receiver circuit may include multiple analog-to-digital converter circuits with different resolutions that can be selected for different baud rates.
US11689348B2
This invention provides an electronic apparatus which comprises a TIME-CODE terminal configured to output a time code signal which an external apparatus utilizes to perform synchronization related to a video, and a control unit configured to output a time code signal in which a bit in a predetermined field in the time code signal is set to a predetermined value, from the TIME-CODE terminal.
US11689343B2
A base station may multiplex a peak suppression information message (PSIM) on a physical downlink shared channel (PDSCH) with data for efficient implementation of PSIMs for peak to average power ratio (PAPR) reduction. A base station may clip peaks from a signal to be transmitted and capture information of the clipped peaks into a PSIM. The base station may then multiplex the PSIM on the PDSCH such that a receiving device (for example, a user equipment (UE)) may receive the signal and reconstruct the signal (for example, PDSCH data) using the PSIM. According to some aspects, each PDSCH symbol may include a PSIM for a previous PDSCH symbol, or the PSIM may be for the current symbol. Various aspects of the techniques described herein may further provide for PSIM positioning in frequency, PSIM modulation, PSIM channel coding, PSIM multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) configurations, among other examples.
US11689337B2
An embodiment of the present invention provides a method in which a terminal transmits a device-to-device (D2D) signal in a wireless communication system. The D2D signal transmission method includes: transmitting D2D control information; and transmitting D2D data corresponding to the D2D control information, wherein the D2D control information and the D2D data are transmitted in the same subframe, and the D2D control information and the D2D data are always adjacent to each other in the frequency axis.
US11689335B2
There is disclosed a method of operating a user equipment, UE, in a radio access network, the UE being configured with UE-specific configuration for transmitting signaling on a physical channel, the UE further having a general configuration for transmitting signaling on the physical channel, wherein the method includes transmitting signaling on the physical channel based on the general configuration ignoring the UE-specific configuration. The disclosure also pertains to related methods and devices.
US11689324B2
Provided are wireless communication methods, a UE and an eNB. The wireless communication method performed by a UE includes transmitting transport block repetitions to an eNB, wherein one HARQ process includes multiple repetition sets of a transport block if one repetition set of the transport block is not enough for the eNB to successfully decode the transport block, each of the multiple repetition sets includes multiple repetitions of the transport block, each of the multiple repetition sets is followed by a feedback channel to indicate whether the transport block is successfully decoded by the eNB.
US11689315B2
In a transmission method according to one aspect of the present disclosure, a encoder performs error correction coding on an information bit string to generate a code word. A mapper modulates a first bit string in which the number of bits is the predetermined integral multiple of (X+Y) in the code word using a first scheme, the first scheme being a set of a modulation scheme in which an X-bit bit string is mapped to generate a first complex signal and a modulation scheme in which a Y-bit bit string is mapped to generate a second complex signal, and modulates a second bit string in which the first bit string is removed from the code word using a second scheme different from the first scheme.
US11689306B2
A system comprises a computer having a processor and a memory, the memory storing instructions executable by the processor to identify data to be communicated to a satellite gateway via a satellite, the data including first data and second data, determine to communicate the data to the satellite gateway in a time-division multiplexing (TDM) and time-division multiple access (TDMA) (TDM/TDMA) concurrent transmission mode, and responsive to the determination to communicate the data to the satellite gateway in the TDM/TDMA concurrent transmission mode, transmit the first data to the satellite according to a TDM channel access scheme and transmit the second data to the satellite according to a TDMA channel access scheme that differs from the TDM channel access scheme.
US11689303B2
Provided are a system and method for generating unified metadata for a plurality of distribution platforms. One or more processors in a broadcast provider system receive a linear media feed from a source device, and based on one or more inbound triggers associated with the received linear media feed, determines a plurality of segments of the received linear media feed. A unified metadata file comprising a universal schema of a plurality of category nodes and attributes for a plurality of distribution platforms is generated based on at least a programming schedule of the received linear media feed and an asset distribution interface (ADI) specification required by each of the plurality of distribution platforms. Further, a unified package is generated comprising the plurality of segments of the linear media feed as a broadcast media feed and the unified metadata file, and transmitted to the plurality of distribution platforms via a communication network.
US11689296B2
An on-board communication system includes an optical coupler that includes multiple optical transmission lines, and multiple on-board devices that are capable of communicating with each other with the optical coupler interposed therebetween.
US11689295B2
A reception apparatus includes: a receiving unit configured to coherently detect an optical signal and output an electrical signal containing a modulated signal and a pilot signal; a first compensating unit configured to detect a frequency of the pilot signal by performing a DFT of the electrical signal, and determine and compensate for frequency error in the electrical signal based on a reference frequency; a frequency converting unit configured to convert the frequency of the pilot signal after the compensating such that the frequency of the pilot signal is lowered by the reference frequency; and a second compensating unit configured to determine frequency error in the modulated signal after the compensating by performing a DFT on the pilot signal after the frequency converting and detecting a frequency of the pilot signal after the frequency converting.
US11689291B2
An optical full-field transmitter for an optical communications network includes a primary laser source configured to provide a narrow spectral linewidth for a primary laser signal, and a first intensity modulator in communication with a first amplitude data source. The first intensity modulator is configured to output a first amplitude-modulated optical signal from the laser signal. The transmitter further includes a first phase modulator in communication with a first phase data source and the first amplitude-modulated optical signal. The first phase modulator is configured to output a first two-stage full-field optical signal. The primary laser source has a structure based on a III-V compound semiconductor.
US11689287B2
This disclosure describes, among other things, an Optical Communications Module Link Extender (OCML) including embedded Ethernet and PON amplification rather than relying on a separate amplification module for Ethernet and/or PON signals transmitted through the OCML. Providing an OCML that is able to provide the appropriate amplification to transmit both Ethernet and PON signals may be accomplished by using one or more Raman pumps on the signals transmitted in the upstream direction through the OCML (for example, upstream from one or more customer devices to one or more OLTs for PON signals. This OCML configuration may allow for a more cost-effective and efficient system with a smaller footprint than a system that relies on external amplification modules to transmit Ethernet or PON signals.
US11689276B2
An active repeater device including a first antenna array, a controller, and one or more secondary sectors receives or transmits a first beam of input RF signals from or to, respectively, a first base station operated by a first service provider and a second beam of input RF signals from or to, respectively, a second base station operated by a second service provider. A controller assigns a first beam setting to a first group of customer premises equipment (CPEs) and a second beam setting to a second group of CPEs, based on one or more corresponding signal parameters associated with the each corresponding group of CPEs. A second antenna array of the second RH unit concurrently transmits or received a first beam of output RF signals to or from the first group of CPEs and a second beam of output RF signals to the second group of CPEs.
US11689269B1
A management system obtains, from a user device, information indicating a power measurement of a beam set that is utilized to communicate with the user device. The beam set includes one or more active beams, of a plurality of beams, that are associated with a single beam identifier. The management system identifies a location of the user device and thereby determines an expected power measurement of the beam set. The management system determines that a difference between the power measurement of the beam set and the expected power measurement of the beam set satisfies (e.g., is greater than or equal to) a difference threshold. The management system therefore causes the beam set to be modified. The management system may use a machine learning model (e.g., a neural network machine learning model) to facilitate modification of the beam set.
US11689267B2
In an aspect of the disclosure, a method, a computer-readable medium, and an apparatus are provided. The apparatus may be a UE. The UE monitors a respective down link control channel (DCCH) from each of a plurality of transmission and reception points (TRPs). The UE receives, from a first TRP of the plurality of TRPs, a first trigger for reporting N1 channel state information (CSI) reports within a time duration, N1 being an integer greater than 0. The UE commits to update the N1 CSI reports. The UE determines that P processing units are remaining available for calculation of CSI reports while the UE is calculating the N1 CSI reports. P is a number greater than or equal to zero. Each of the P processing units indicates a predetermined amount of computing power of the UE.
US11689263B2
A small cell cellular base station includes an eight port radio and an eight-port base station antenna that has four linear arrays of dual-polarized radiating elements. Each of the linear arrays has a different azimuth boresight pointing direction and each dual-polarized radiating element includes first and second radiators that have respective directional radiation patterns. The radio is configured to determine and apply a first set of amplitude and phase weights to RF signals that are received through the eight ports of the antenna, and to apply a second set of amplitude and phase weights to RF signals that are output by the radio to the eight ports of the antenna.
US11689261B2
Example embodiments are directed towards beam formation matching for communications between a receiver and transmitter in a multiple beam Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) system.
US11689246B2
A single-ended data transmission system transmits a signal having a signal voltage that is referenced to a power supply voltage and that swings above and below the power supply voltage. The power supply voltage is coupled to a power supply rail that also serves as a signal return path. The signal voltage is derived from two signal supply voltages generated by a pair of charge pumps that draw substantially same amount of current from a power supply.
US11689241B2
Radio-frequency front-end circuit includes: first transfer circuit that transfers a 4G signal, a first antenna terminal connected to a first antenna, a second antenna terminal connected to a second antenna, and a switch that includes a first selection terminal and a second selection terminal. The first selection terminal is connected to the first transfer circuit, and the second selection terminal is connected to a second transfer circuit that transfers a 5G signal. The switch: when the first antenna is high in antenna sensitivity, connects the first antenna terminal to the first selection terminal, and connects the second antenna terminal to the second selection terminal; and when the second antenna is high in antenna sensitivity, connects the first antenna terminal to the second selection terminal, and connects the second antenna terminal to the first selection terminal.
US11689230B2
Embodiments of the invention include a wakeup receiver (WRX) featuring a charge-domain analog front end (AFE) with parallel radio frequency (RF) rectifier, charge-transfer summation amplifier (CTSA), and successive approximation analog-to-digital converter (SAR ADC) stages. The WRX operates at very low power and exhibits above-average sensitivity, random pulsed interferer rejections, and yield over process.
US11689226B2
Methods and apparatus for transmitting signals, the transmitter including a memory storing instructions and a controller configured to execute the instructions to cause the transmitter to determine whether a value of transmitter power is less than a threshold, responsive to a determination that the value of transmitter power is less than the threshold: mix a baseband signal with a first oscillator signal to produce a very-low intermediate frequency (VLIF) signal; mix the VLIF signal with a second oscillator signal to produce a radio frequency (RF) signal, and transmit the RF signal.
US11689222B2
A parity interleaving apparatus and method for variable length signaling information are disclosed. A parity interleaving apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a processor configured to generate a parity bit string for parity puncturing by segmenting parity bits of an LDPC codeword whose length is 16200 and whose code rate is 3/15, into a plurality of groups, and group-wise interleaving the groups using an order of group-wise interleaving; and memory configured to provide the parity bit string for parity puncturing to a parity puncturing unit.
US11689218B2
An operation method of a receiving node may include performing a decoding operation for calculating first and second output transform values corresponding to first and second unit output nodes in each of a plurality of operation units constituting the polar decoder, based on first and second input transform values corresponding to first and second unit input nodes, and the decoding operation may include setting initial values of first and second variables for calculating the first output transform value; performing an iterative loop operation for updating the first and second variables; and calculating the first output transform value based on values of the first and second variables updated until a time when the iterative loop operation is terminated, wherein the iterative loop operation is terminated without performing iterations in which the first and second variables are determined not to be updated among a plurality of iterations.
US11689215B2
Wireless transport of multiple service versions of a transport framework. First and second information may be processed for transmission, respectively, according to first and second service versions of a transport framework. The first and second information may be encoded using a first type of error correction coding; after processing, the processed first information may include error correction coding according to the first type of error correction coding, while the processed second information may remain uncoded according to the first type of error correction coding. Control information may be generated indicating that the second information remains uncoded according to the first type of error correction coding, which may signal to receivers that the second information is processed according to the second service version of the transport framework. Packets including the processed first information, the processed second information, and the control information may be generated and transmitted in a wireless manner.
US11689213B2
An architecture for a multiplier-accumulator (MAC) uses a common Unit Element (UE) for each aspect of operation, the MAC formed as a plurality of MAC UEs, a plurality of Bias UEs, and a plurality of Analog to Digital Conversion (ADC) UEs which collectively perform a scalable MAC operation and generate a binary result. Each MAC UE, BIAS UE and ADC UE comprises groups of NAND gates with complementary outputs arranged in NAND-groups, each NAND gate coupled to a differential charge transfer bus through a binary weighted charge transfer capacitor to form an analog multiplication product as a charge applied to the differential charge transfer bus. The analog charge transfer bus is coupled to groups of ADC UEs with an ADC controller which enables and disables the ADC UEs using successive approximation to determine the accumulated multiplication result.
US11689202B2
Disclosed herein are non-limiting examples of voltage generators that use multiple charge pumps coupled in series to generate a targeted voltage. The charge pumps implement multiple charge pump units that reduce the introduction of noise into a circuit in which they are implemented. The charge pumps units work in parallel on different clock phases to reduce spurious noise. This is in contrast to using a single charge pump with a relatively large flying capacitor or a plurality of charge pumps in series. This can, for example, reduce spurious signals or spurs that arise due at least in part to the characteristics of the clock signal. The disclosed technologies may be particularly advantageous for SOI-based components and circuits.
US11689195B2
In general, according to one embodiment, a semiconductor device includes a first terminal, a second terminal and a first circuit. The first circuit includes a first switching element, a second switching element and a first resistor. The gate of the first switching element is coupled between the first node and the second terminal. The first resistor and the second switching element are coupled in series between the first node and the second terminal. The first circuit is configured to change the first switching element and the second switching element from an off state to an on state when supply of the first voltage to the first node is stopped.
US11689192B1
A signal generation unit 2, a DA converter 3, variable attenuators 40, 42, 44, and 46 that attenuate the analog signal converted by the DA converter 3, a measurement unit 6 that detects a level of the signal attenuated by the variable attenuators 40, 42, 44, and 46 and passed through one or more semiconductor components, and a control unit 7 that obtains a value of a step error, which is a correction value of an attenuation amount of the variable attenuators 40, 42, 44, and 46 in each of a plurality of steps obtained by dividing a maximum value of the attenuation amount of the variable attenuators 40, 42, 44, and 46 by a variation amount, which is a predetermined attenuation amount are included.
US11689191B2
A delay circuit applies a one sample delay to a first digital sinusoid signal and outputs a delayed digital sinusoid signal. The first digital sinusoid signal and the delayed digital sinusoid signal are then added to each other by an adder circuit to generate an added digital sinusoid signal. A gain scaling circuit applies a scaling factor to the added digital sinusoid signal to generate a second digital sinusoid signal. Samples of the first and second digital sinusoid signals are alternately selected by a multiplexing circuit to generate a third digital sinusoid signal having twice as many samples as the first digital sinusoid signal over a same sinusoid period.
US11689180B2
An acoustic wave device includes a piezoelectric body portion, an interdigital transducer electrode connected to a first terminal and a second terminal, and a reflector connected to the second terminal. In the interdigital transducer electrode, in the interdigital transducer electrode, where, of a group of electrode fingers, the electrode finger located at one end in a second direction is a first end electrode finger and the electrode finger located at another end is a second end electrode finger, the first end electrode finger is located between the reflector and the second end electrode finger in the second direction. An outer busbar portion of one of a first busbar and a second busbar, not connected to the first end electrode finger, is located on an inner side in the second direction relative to a center portion, in a first direction, of the first end electrode finger.
US11689172B2
A bonded body includes a supporting substrate, a silicon oxide layer provided on the supporting substrate, and a piezoelectric material substrate provided on the silicon oxide layer and composed of a material selected from the group consisting of lithium niobate, lithium tantalate and lithium niobate-lithium tantalate. An average value of a nitrogen concentration of the silicon oxide layer is higher than a nitrogen concentration at an interface between the silicon oxide layer and supporting substrate and higher than a nitrogen concentration at an interface between the silicon oxide layer and piezoelectric material substrate.
US11689167B2
Various implementations include a common mode voltage controller for a self-boosting push pull amplifier. In some implementations, input signal are processed by: calculating, based upon the input signal, a maximum duty cycle to achieve a target differential in an output of the self-boosting push pull amplifier; calculating, based on the input signal, a set of control parameters associated with adjusting a common mode voltage of the output; and generating, based on the input signal, a pair of signals configured to adjust the common mode voltage of the output, wherein the pair of signals include a gain adjustment and offset based on the maximum duty cycle and the set of control parameters, and wherein the pair of signals are configured to maintain the target differential in the output of the self-boosting push pull amplifier as the common mode voltage is adjusted to a different operating point.
US11689166B2
A combination amplifier can include a “main amplifier circuit” for signal amplification, and a matching “compensation amplifier circuit” to monitor distortion in the main amplifier output signal. The compensation amplifier circuit provides a compensation signal to the main amplifier circuit to compensate for and servo out distortion therein. The compensation amplifier circuit includes a passive input network and an amplifier. The passive input network can connect to both the input and output nodes of the main amplifier circuit such that the input and output signals cancel within the passive input network, leaving only the low level distortion component introduced in the main amplifier. Thus, the compensation amplifier is then only operating on the low-level distortion introduced in the main amplifier to generate the compensation signal. Because the compensation amplifier is then only operating on the very low distortion signal, any distortion it introduces into the compensation signal is negligible.
US11689165B1
An adaptive sample and hold circuit for signal amplifier range selection is presented. The adaptive sample and hold circuit has an input for receiving an input signal and an output for providing a sample-and-hold-voltage. It also includes a sample-and-hold-capacitor to generate the sample-and-hold-voltage from the input signal, and a range detector. The range detector is adapted to identify a range of the input signal and to adjust a voltage at the sample-and-hold-capacitor based on the range of the input signal to maintain the sample-and-hold-voltage within a predetermined voltage span.
US11689155B1
A method may include obtaining irradiance data at a first time and a second time from sensors, determining whether one or more solar modules of a plurality of networked power plants will be covered by a shadow or shade at a third time based on the irradiance data, and generating, based on the determination, a power output prediction for each power plant of the networked power plants at the third time. The method may further include receiving power delivery profiles for first and second loads, adjusting a power output of one or more power plants of the networked power plants based at least in part on the power output prediction and the power delivery profiles for the first and second loads, and allocating a combined power output of the power plants to the first and second loads based on first and second load reliability thresholds.
US11689152B2
A module mounting system may include a photovoltaic (PV) module frame including a mounting rail. The module mounting system may include a spring clip with a PV module frame interfacing element and a clip interfacing element. The spring clip may apply spring force via deformation to lock the PV module frame and a clip together. A second embodiment of the spring clip may include an upper component having one or more arms and a lower component having a central loop configured to rotate relative to each other and interface with the PV module frame or the mounting rail. A second embodiment of the module mounting system may include screwless clips including outer walls and inner walls coupled together as a continuous sheet of material. The screwless clips may couple to a respective mounting flange and a respective frame flange to lock the mounting purlin and the PV module frame together.
US11689146B2
An apparatus includes a rotating pole, a first set of photovoltaic modules; and a second set of photovoltaic modules. The second set of photovoltaic modules do not rotate with the rotating pole.
US11689144B2
A power transforming apparatus for supplying power to a motor having a magnetic bearing includes: a converter configured to, in an initial operation, receive AC power, and an auxiliary circuit performing initial charging by rectifying the AC power to a second power and supplying the rectified second power to an inverter controller and a magnetic bearing controller. The inverter controller outputs a signal to an inverter using the second power and controls the inverter to supply a rectified DC voltage to the converter, and the converter is configured to, during a normal operation, stop supplying the second power to the inverter controller and control the rectified DC voltage to be supplied to the inverter controller and the magnetic bearing controller, and, based on a power failure being detected, outputs a control signal such that the second power is supplied to the inverter controller and the magnetic bearing controller.
US11689143B2
This application provides an electric motor control method and device, a system, and an electric vehicle. The method includes: obtaining an input power and an output power of an electric motor; calculating a loss power based on the input power and the output power; determining a target d-axis current of the electric motor, where the target d-axis current is calculated by a calculation module based on the loss power, the calculation module includes a tracking differentiator, and the calculation module operates in a controller; and determining a duty ratio based on the target d-axis current and a preset q-axis current, and inputting the duty ratio into an inverter so that the inverter drives, based on the duty ratio, the electric motor to operate.
US11689129B2
A fluid sprayer includes a housing, a pump, a nozzle, a high voltage direct current (HVDC) brushed electric motor that drives the pump, and a motor controller electrically connected to the motor. The motor controller drives the motor with a high speed pulse width modulated (PWM) drive signal that switches current through the motor on and off. The motor controller varies the PWM signal as a function of a spray setting input and sensed current through the motor.
US11689123B2
Modular inflation systems and inflation segments including an inflation enclosure and a plurality of artificial muscle layers provided within the inflation enclosure in a stacked arrangement, each of the plurality of artificial muscle layers including one or more artificial muscles, wherein one or more plurality of artificial muscles of each of the plurality of artificial muscle layers are operable between an actuated state and a non-actuated state, and one or more fastening members for attaching the inflation segment to another inflation segment.
US11689115B2
A multilevel stage of a bidirectional AC power converter, comprising: a set of switches in series, a set of capacitors in series, the set of capacitors being in parallel with the set of switches; a number of sets of diodes in series; a center tap along the set of switches in series; and a pair of taps, respectively after the first and before the last switch of the set of switches in series; wherein each node between respective capacitors is connected to a node between respective diodes. A converter first stage for a 3-level converter has 6 switches, two capacitors, and two diodes, with the junction between diodes connected to the junction between capacitors, and the diode legs between switches 2-3 and 4-5. The center tap is between switches 3-4, and the pair of taps between switches 1-2 and 5-6.
US11689104B2
An embodiment of the present disclosure provides a voltage converter including: an inductor in which a first electrode thereof receives an input voltage and a second electrode thereof is connected to a first node; a first transistor in which a first electrode thereof is connected to the first node and a second electrode thereof is connected to a second node providing an output voltage; a second transistor in which a first electrode thereof is connected to the first node and a second electrode thereof is connected to a reference terminal; and a current sensor connected to the first node and the second node, wherein the current sensor includes: a third transistor in which a first electrode thereof is connected to the first node and a second electrode thereof is connected to a third node; and a current mirror circuit that mirrors currents flowing through the second node, the third node, and a sensing terminal.
US11689103B2
An apparatus such as a power supply circuit includes an input, a signal generator, and a frequency selector. The input receives a signal indicating a magnitude of current supplied by an output voltage of a voltage converter to power a load. The signal generator produces a frequency selection signal based on the magnitude of the current supplied to the load as indicated by the received signal. Via the frequency selection signal, the frequency selector selects a switching frequency of controlling switches in the voltage converter to produce the output voltage. According to one configuration, the signal generator and frequency selector delay increasing the switching frequency from a first switching frequency setting to a second switching frequency setting subsequent to detecting a change in the magnitude of the current.
US11689101B2
Circuits and methods for adding a Current Mode signal into a Voltage Mode controller for fixed-frequency DC-to-DC power converters. A current-controlled voltage source (CCVS) generates a voltage proportional to the power converter output current, which voltage is combined with a comparison signal generated by comparing a target output voltage to the actual output voltage. The modified comparison signal generates a pulse-width modulation control signal that regulates the power converter output as a function of output voltage and some portion of output current. With the addition of an inductor current signal into the controller Voltage Mode feedback loop, the double pole predominant in constant conduction mode (CCM) mode can be smoothed over to improve stability, while discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) loop response is largely unchanged with or without the added Current Mode signal. Embodiments enable simplified compensation while covering a wider operating range.
US11689096B2
A driver for improving reliability of a switch in a power device, comprising one or more sensors configured to sense an operational parameter of a power device. The driver comprises a controller configured to receive one or more sensor values from the respective sensors. The controller is configured to adjust a driving pulse according to the sensor values. The controller is configured to apply the driving pulse to one or more control terminal of one or more switch of the power device.
US11689091B2
An eddy current type resistance device comprising: a ring-shaped flywheel; a shaft center, the shaft center has an axial blind hole, the shaft center has a radial blind hole, the radial blind hole is connected to the axial blind hole; a positioning frame, connected to the shaft center inside the ring-shaped flywheel; multiple magnetic field generating components, evenly arranged on the positioning frame, and make the signal wires of the magnetic field generating components pass through the radial blind hole and the axial blind hole the outer end of the shaft center; and a side cover, connecting to the other side of the ring-shaped flywheel, and is connected to the shaft center by a bearing. Thereby having the effect of simplifying the type and process of the side cover.
US11689088B2
An electric motor with a movable permanent magnet stator is disclosed. The electric motor includes a rotor with an armature having a plurality of windings about the armature. A plurality of stator magnets are disposed about the rotor. The plurality of stator magnets a selectively positionable between a proximal position, in close proximity to the rotor, and a distal position, away from the rotor. An actuator is coupled to the plurality of stator magnets, the actuator operable to position the plurality of stator magnets between the proximal position and the distal position. The output of the electric motor is controlled by moving the stator magnets towards and away from rotor, rather than applying varying amounts of electricity to the rotor.
US11689085B2
A method for mounting a switching unit on a component of an electric motor, including a component of an electric motor. The component may include a plurality of teeth and coil windings, arranged on the teeth and are formed by winding wire portions, the winding wire portions protruding from the coil windings by means of winding wire ends. A switching unit, which has an arrangement of connecting conductors, is arranged on the component of the electric motor. At least some of the winding wire ends are connected to the connecting conductors of the switching unit. In order to connect the winding wire ends to the connecting conductors of the switching unit, a positioning element, operatively connected to the winding wire ends, and the switching unit are moved relative to each other along a movement plane and the winding wire ends are thereby brought into contact with the connecting conductors.
US11689080B2
Systems and methods are provided to cool a heat producing component in an electrical machine system. The electrical machine includes a supercritical carbon dioxide (SCO2) wherein the SCO2 is a working medium of a heat exchanger that is arranged in the electrical machine system to cool a fluid that cools the heat producing component and/or wherein the SCO2 directly cools at the heat producing component.
US11689075B2
A motor unit includes a bearing rotatably holding a shaft, and a housing accommodating a rotor, a stator, and the bearing. The housing has an opening, a cover closing the opening and fixed to the housing, and an annular member that has an annular shape when viewed from the axial direction and is provided independently from the bearing. The cover includes an accommodation portion accommodating the annular member, one or more ribs disposed radially outward of the accommodation portion when viewed from the axial direction, and one or more fixing points fixed to the housing. The one or more ribs extend outward from the accommodation portion. When viewed from the axial direction, for at least one of the ribs, the fixing point is formed on an extension line extending outward from the rib in a direction in which the rib extends.
US11689067B2
Wirelessly distributed and multi-directional power transfer systems and related methods are described herein. An example system for distributing power across a wireless medium can include a plurality of wireless modular power packs connected across a wireless medium to a wireless power receiver circuit that is connected to a load. Each wireless modular power pack can include a respective wireless power transmission circuit directing a respective wireless power signal to the wireless power receiver circuit. The system can also include a power source positioned within each of the wireless modular power packs. Each power source transmits a respective power signal across an internal power interface to a respective wireless power transmission circuit within a respective wireless modular power pack.
US11689057B2
Systems, devices, and methods for improving wireless power transmission are disclosed herein. A method of powering an implantable ventricular assist device with an external charging device includes receiving a signal indicative of a change in a property of a deformable coil of the resonant circuit. A performance property of the deformable coil is determined based on the signal. An adjustment to a tuning of the resonant circuit is identified based on the performance property of the deformable coil. The resonant circuit is tuned according to the adjustment to the tuning of the resonant circuit. The resonant circuit is driven to transmit power to a secondary coil electrically coupled with the implantable ventricular assist device to power the ventricular assist device.
