WIRELESS TRANSMISSION OF NEWS SYSTEM WITH MULTI-ADDRESSING AND PROCEDURE FOR THE USE

FLEET VEHICLE FEATURE ACTIVATION

A system including a processor and memory may provide for automatically activating or deactivating a feature of a fleet vehicle. For example, one or more fleet vehicles may include one or more of a global-positioning system, a speed governor, electronically-controlled brakes, an electronically-controlled accelerator, a speed limiter, or an on-board computer with a processor and memory. One or more features may be activated by a local or remote computing device or system. For example, a system may determine one or more recommended routes between two or more locations. The system may track a fleet vehicle's progress along a route, and activate a feature of the fleet vehicle based on the fleet vehicle following or not following the recommended route. For example, the system may cause activation of a speed limiter on the fleet vehicle, disable the fleet vehicle, and/or activate or deactivate autonomous features of the fleet vehicle.

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO AUTOMATICALLY MOVING A COMPONENT THAT COMPRISES A PART OF A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A portable electronic device detects a trigger event and responds by automatically moving a component that comprises a part of the portable electronic device. Examples of trigger events include but are not limited to receiving a communication (such as a wireless communication), receiving an input from a user interface, the occurrence of a time-based event, and so forth. The movement can comprise articulation--based movement (including but not limited to pivoting, rotating, sliding, bending, telescoping, elongating, realigning, or separating, to note but a few examples in these regards). These teachings will accommodate determining a present suitability of so moving the component, and not moving the component when such movement is not suitable at a time of determining the suitability. Such a determination can precede the movement and/or can occur during the course of the movement as desired.

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO RESPONSIVELY CHANGING APPLICATION FUNCTIONALITY OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Detection of a change in physical configuration of a discrete device with respect to an electronic device leads to responsively changing application functionality of the electronic device as a function, at least in part, of information provided by the discrete device. By one approach the detected change can pertain to movement of the discrete device with respect to the electronic device or orientation of a coupling of the discrete device to the electronic device. This information can comprise at least a unique identification code. In such a case these teachings will accommodate using the unique identification code to access a corresponding profile for the discrete device where the profile specifies at least one application to be presently made available using the discrete device.

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO AUTOMATICALLY PERFORMING AN APPLICATION FUNCTION OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE BASED UPON DETECTING A CHANGE IN PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION OF THE DEVICE

An electronic device detects a change in its physical configuration and automatically performs an application function in response to such detection. By one approach this can comprise detecting a change in configuration as regards a native component of the electronic device (such as, for example, whether the component is configured in a deployed position or a non-deployed position). The nature of the performed application function can vary with the application setting. As one example, this activity can comprise moving at least a portion of the application's user interface to the aforementioned component. As another example, this activity can comprise accessing preferences information (by, for example, accessing stored information that maps particular application functions to corresponding physical configurations of the electronic device).

REAL TIME RISK ASSESSMENT AND OPERATIONAL CHANGES WITH SEMI-AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

A route risk mitigation system and method using real-time information to improve the safety of vehicles operating in semi-autonomous or autonomous modes. The method mitigates the risks associated with driving by assigning real-time risk values to road segments and then using those real-time risk values to select less risky travel routes, including less risky travel routes for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the travel routes. The route risk mitigation system may receive location information, real-time operation information, (and/or other information) and provide updated associated risk values. In an embodiment, separate risk values may be determined for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the road segment and vehicles engaged in manual driving over the road segment.

Associating distinct security modes with distinct wireless authenticators

In some aspects, a first device detects information encoded in a wireless authenticator device based on a wireless interaction between the first device and the wireless authenticator device. The first device detects the information while securing resources on the first device according to a first security mode. Based on the detected information, the first device selects a second security mode associated with the wireless authenticator device. The first device then applies the selected second security mode. The selected second security mode is one of multiple distinct security modes. Each of the multiple distinct security modes is associated with a respective one of multiple wireless authenticator devices and defines accessibility attributes of the resources on the first device.

Controlling Autonomous Vehicles to Provide Automated Emergency Response Functions

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions. 120.-. (canceled)21. A computing platform comprising:at least one processor;a communication interface communicatively coupled to the at least one processor; and receive, via the communication interface, vehicle data associated with a first vehicle from a first on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the first vehicle;', 'detect an occurrence of an incident at a first location based on the vehicle data associated with the first vehicle received from the first on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the first vehicle;', 'select a first autonomous vehicle to respond to the incident at the first location based on autonomous vehicle state information;', 'generate one or more dispatch commands directing the first autonomous vehicle to move to the first location and execute one or more response functions; and', 'send, via the communication interface, to a first on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the first autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands ...

VERSCHLUSSANORDNUNG FÜR EINEN RASENMÄHER, RASENMÄHER DAMIT UND KONVERTIERBARER RASENMÄHER

Eine Verschlussanordnung für einen Rasenmäher schließt ein Stahl-Schneidgehäuse, einen Verschluss und einen Hebel ein. Das Schneidgehäuse kann einen Schlitz für das Schneidgehäuse einschließen, der durch das Schneidgehäuse geht. Der Verschluss kann drehbar am Schneidgehäuse befestigt sein, so dass er beweglich ist zwischen: einer ersten Verschlussstellung, in der eine Blockierplatte des Verschlusses so positioniert ist, dass die Blockierplatte die Auswurföffnung öffnet; und einer zweiten Verschlussstellung, in der die Blockierplatte so positioniert ist, dass die Blockierplatte die Auswurföffnung schließt, und die zweite Verschlussstellung einer Mulchstellung entspricht. Der Hebel kann am Verschluss befestigt werden und kann sich durch den Schlitz des Schneidgehäuses erstrecken. Der Schneidgehäuseschlitz kann konfiguriert werden, um die Bewegung des Hebels so zu begrenzen, so dass sich ein Bewegungsbereich der Blockierplatte von der ersten Verschlussstellung bis zur zweiten Verschlussstellung ...

ELECTRICAL DATA PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A NAVIGATION ROUTE BASED ON THE LOCATION OF A VEHICLE AND GENERATING A RECOMMENDATION FOR A VEHICLE MANEUVER

Systems and methods are disclosed for determining a navigation route based on the location of a vehicle and generating a recommendation for a vehicle maneuver. The method may comprise determining, based on sensor data received from a location sensor of a mobile device or a vehicle, a location of the vehicle. A computing device may determine a navigation route for navigating the vehicle from the location to a destination, and the navigation route may comprise a plurality of intersections. The computing device may determine a plurality of potential maneuvers at a first intersection of the plurality of intersections. The computing device may also determine, based on one or more factors, a navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the first intersection. Based on the navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers, the computing device may select a maneuver from the plurality of potential maneuvers to recommend for the vehicle.

GENERATING AND TRANSMITTING PARKING INSTRUCTIONS FOR AUTONOMOUS AND NON-AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

Systems and apparatuses for receiving data from a plurality of sensors and using the data, as well as other data, to generate a parking recommendation for a first vehicle are provided. Data may be received from sensors associated with a first vehicle for which a parking recommendation may be generated. Data may also be received from sensors associated with other vehicles and/or from one or more structures or other non-vehicle devices. In some examples, historical parking data may be extracted from a database. The collected and extracted data may be used to generate a parking recommendation for the first vehicle. In some examples, pre-stored user preferences, may be used in generating the parking recommendation as well. The parking recommendation may then be transmitted to a computing device within the first vehicle and may be displayed on the computing device.

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO AUTOMATED FUNCTIONALITY BASED UPON DETECTED INTERACTION BETWEEN DEVICES

Detection of a physical interaction between a first device that is logically coupled to a second device, wherein the physical interaction comprises one of a plurality of physical interactions that involve movement of one of the first device and the second device, results in automatically performing a function that corresponds to the physical interaction. The detected physical interaction can comprise one or more of a physical reorientation of the first device, a pivoting movement between the first device and the second device, a sliding movement between the first device and the second device, and a momentary change in physical proximity of the first device with respect to the second device. This activity can also include determining whether the physical interaction occurs within a predetermined period of time, and when the physical interaction does not occur within the predetermined period of time, prohibiting the automatic performing of the function.

USE OF THE IP MULTICAST TECHNOLOGY FOR PARTICIPANT CONNECTIONS IN MOBILE COMMUNICATION NETS

FLEET VEHICLE FEATURE ACTIVATION

A system including a processor and memory may provide for automatically activating or deactivating a feature of a fleet vehicle. For example, one or more fleet vehicles may include one or more of a global-positioning system, a speed governor, electronically-controlled brakes, an electronically-controlled accelerator, a speed limiter, or an on-board computer with a processor and memory. One or more features may be activated by a local or remote computing device or system. For example, a system may determine one or more recommended routes between two or more locations. The system may track a fleet vehicle's progress along a route, and activate a feature of the fleet vehicle based on the fleet vehicle following or not following the recommended route. For example, the system may cause activation of a speed limiter on the fleet vehicle, disable the fleet vehicle, and/or activate or deactivate autonomous features of the fleet vehicle.

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO AUTOMATED CONFIGURATION OF A DEPLOYABLE-COMPONENT'S USER INTERFACE

Detection of a deployment position for an electronic device's first moveable component having a first user interface, wherein the first moveable component is selectively deployable between at least a non-deployed position and a fully-deployed position and wherein the first user interface is at least partially hidden from view when in the non-deployed position, prompts configuring that first user interface based, at least in part, on an ergonomic circumstance of deployment of the first moveable component. This ergonomic circumstance can comprise, for example, a request, need, or situation to maintain or increase the user's comfort or to maintain or reduce the user's fatigue while using the electronic device.

Driving cues and coaching

A method, medium, and apparatus for educating and reducing risk to inexperienced drivers using vehicles with autonomous navigation systems. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and operating environments may be used to proactively warn the driver about a potential danger detected or predicted by the vehicle. An autonomous vehicle may prevent the driver from operating the vehicle under unfamiliar circumstances or from causing a collision. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and the safety features thereof may be used to mitigate risk of injury or property damage by selectively activating safety features in a new vehicle which the driver has not previously driven. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and safety features thereof may be used to determine a decreased or increased rental rate for a particular vehicle.

Selecting a leader node for an ad hoc network based on services

EARLY NOTIFICATION OF NON-AUTONOMOUS AREA

A route risk mitigation system and method using real-time information to improve the safety of vehicles operating in semi-autonomous or autonomous modes. The method mitigates the risks associated with driving by assigning real-time risk values to road segments and then using those real-time risk values to select less risky travel routes, including less risky travel routes for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the travel routes. The route risk mitigation system may receive location information, real-time operation information, (and/or other information) and provide updated associated risk values. In an embodiment, separate risk values may be determined for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the road segment and vehicles engaged in manual driving over the road segment.

GENERATING AND TRANSMITTING PARKING INSTRUCTIONS FOR AUTONOMOUS AND NON-AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

Systems and apparatuses for receiving data from a plurality of sensors and using the data, as well as other data, to generate a parking recommendation for a first vehicle are provided. Data may be received from sensors associated with a first vehicle for which a parking recommendation may be generated. Data may also be received from sensors associated with other vehicles and/or from one or more structures or other non-vehicle devices. In some examples, historical parking data may be extracted from a database. The collected and extracted data may be used to generate a parking recommendation for the first vehicle. In some examples, pre-stored user preferences, may be used in generating the parking recommendation as well. The parking recommendation may then be transmitted to a computing device within the first vehicle and may be displayed on the computing device.

SHUTTER ASSEMBLY FOR A LAWNMOWER, LAWNMOWER HAVING SAME, AND CONVERTIBLE LAWNMOWER

A shutter assembly for a lawnmower includes a steel cutter housing, a shutter, and a lever. The cutter housing can include a cutter housing slot passing through the cutter housing. The shutter can be rotatably attached to the cutter housing so as to be movable between: a first shutter position in which a blocking panel of the shutter is positioned such that the blocking panel opens the discharge opening; and a second shutter position in which the blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel closes the discharge opening, and the second shutter position corresponds to a mulching position. The lever can be attached to the shutter and can extend through the cutter housing slot. The cutter housing slot can be configured to limit movement of the lever such that a range of motion of the blocking panel extends from the first shutter position to the second shutter position. 1. A shutter assembly for a lawnmower comprising:a cutter housing made of steel and that includes a discharge opening and a cutter housing slot passing through the cutter housing, and the cutter housing slot having a first end and a second end;a shutter that includes a blocking panel, the shutter rotatably attached to the cutter housing so as to be movable between (a) a first shutter position in which the blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel opens the discharge opening, and (b) a second shutter position in which the blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel closes the discharge opening, and the second shutter position corresponds to a mulching position; anda lever attached to the shutter and extending through the cutter housing slot, the lever engageable by a user so as to move the shutter between the first shutter position and the second shutter position, and the cutter housing slot is configured to limit movement of the lever such that a range of motion of the blocking panel extends from the first shutter position to the second shutter position.2. The ...

Wireless communication system incorporating multicast addressing and method for use

GENERATING AN OUTPUT BASED ON PROCESSED SENSOR DATA

Systems, methods, computer-readable media, and apparatuses for evaluating device usage and generating one or more outputs based on the device usage are provided. For instance, data from one or more sensors within a user personal mobile device may be received and processed to determine movement associated with the device. In addition, an amount of usage (e.g., hours, minutes, etc.) associated with the device may be received. In some examples information regarding the device or user of the device may be received. In some examples, application usage and/or types of applications used may also be received. This data may be processed and a likelihood of damage to the device may be determined. Based on this likelihood, one or more outputs may be determined.

ACH-ADRESSIERUNG UND VERFAHREN ZUR VERWENDUNG

Resource allocation and risk modeling for geographically distributed assets

RESOURCE ALLOCATION AND RISK MODELING FOR GEOGRAPHICALLY DISTRIBUTED ASSETS A risk exposure model is developed for network or moveable assets not specific to a single, fixed address or location. An asset map using a plurality of geographic representation points is used to identify the physical locations of the asset portions (or possible physical locations in the case of a moveable asset). Baseline geographic, geologic, political, and demographic data is similarly represented using geographic representation points. Meta-data associated with each geographic representation point is used to identify details related to the asset or baseline feature at that geographic location. Risk exposure values are then calculated using the geographic representation points specific to the asset portions that are subject to risks associated with the location of the asset portion. Identify network asset map Identify baseline map Overlay network map and baseline map to form combined map Generate geographic ...

Resource allocation and risk modeling for geographically distributed assets

RESOURCE ALLOCATION AND RISK MODELING FOR GEOGRAPHICALLY DISTRIBUTED ASSETS A risk exposure model is developed for network or moveable assets not specific to a single, fixed address or location. An asset map using a plurality of geographic representation points is used to identify the physical locations of the asset portions (or possible physical locations in the case of a moveable asset). Baseline geographic, geologic, political, and demographic data is similarly represented using geographic representation points. Meta-data associated with each geographic representation point is used to identify details related to the asset or baseline feature at that geographic location. Risk exposure values are then calculated using the geographic representation points specific to the asset portions that are subject to risks associated with the location of the asset portion. Identify network asset map Identify baseline map Overlay network map and baseline map to form combined map Generate geographic ...

GENERATING AN OUTPUT BASED ON PROCESSED SENSOR DATA

Systems, methods, computer-readable media, and apparatuses for evaluating device usage and generating one or more outputs based on the device usage are provided. For instance, data from one or more sensors within a user personal mobile device may be received and processed to determine movement associated with the device. In addition, an amount of usage (e.g., hours, minutes, etc.) associated with the device may be received. In some examples information regarding the device or user of the device may be received. In some examples, application usage and/or types of applications used may also be received. This data may be processed and a likelihood of damage to the device may be determined. Based on this likelihood, one or more outputs may be determined.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR COOLING LAWNMOWER COMPONENTS

A lawnmower can include a deck, blade, electric motor, battery pack, housing and fan. An air inlet can be located at the front end of the housing and adjacent to the top surface of the deck. The fan can be mounted in the housing and the housing can be configured such that, when the fan operates, air enters the housing air inlet at the front end of the housing, air flowing through the housing air inlet enters the first chamber, air flowing in the first chamber flows through the battery pack, air exiting the first chamber enters the second chamber and flows through the second chamber, air flowing in the second chamber flows through the motor in a direction that extends along the blade axis, and air exiting the motor exits the housing through the at least one air outlet. 1. A lawnmower comprising:a deck defining a cutting chamber and including a top surface;a blade mounted in the cutting chamber to rotate about a blade axis;an electric motor mounted on the top surface of the deck, connected to the blade, and configured to rotate the blade in the cutting chamber;a battery pack in electrical communication with the motor; a front end and a rear end,', 'at least one air inlet located at the front end of the housing and adjacent to the top surface of the deck,', 'a first chamber containing the battery pack,', 'a second chamber containing the electric motor, and', 'at least one housing air outlet; and, 'a housing including,'}a fan mounted in the housing and the housing configured such that, when the fan operates, air enters the housing air inlet at the front end of the housing, air flowing through the housing air inlet enters the first chamber, air flowing in the first chamber flows through the battery pack, air exiting the first chamber enters the second chamber and flows through the second chamber, air flowing in the second chamber flows through the motor in a downward direction of the lawnmower that extends along the blade axis, and air exiting the motor exits the housing ...

Real time risk assessment and operational changes with semi-autonomous vehicles

A route risk mitigation system and method using real-time information to improve the safety of vehicles operating in semi-autonomous or autonomous modes. The method mitigates the risks associated with driving by assigning real-time risk values to road segments and then using those real-time risk values to select less risky travel routes, including less risky travel routes for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the travel routes. The route risk mitigation system may receive location information, real-time operation information, (and/or other information) and provide updated associated risk values. In an embodiment, separate risk values may be determined for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the road segment and vehicles engaged in manual driving over the road segment.

ONBOARDING PLATFORM FOR PERFORMING DYNAMIC MITIGATION ANALYSIS

Aspects of the disclosure relate to computing platforms that utilize improved mitigation analysis and policy management techniques to improve onboarding security. A computing platform may determine that a predetermined period of time has elapsed since finalizing an onboarding process. The computing platform may receive spot-check verification inputs indicative of a user identity and may direct a mitigation analysis and output generation platform to analyze the spot-check verification inputs. The computing platform may receive an indication of a correlation between the spot-check verification inputs and expected spot-check verification inputs. In response to determining that the correlation exceeds a predetermined threshold, the computing platform may determine that an additional verification test should be conducted, and may direct a mobile or other computing device to display an interface that prompts for additional onboarding verification inputs. 1. A computing platform comprising:a processor;a communication interface communicatively coupled to the processor; and receive, from a computing device, a request to purchase a product;', 'send, to the computing device and based on the request to purchase the product, one or more commands to display a request to collect data from the computing device;', 'receive, from the computing device, first data of a first type and second data of a second type different from the first type;', 'analyze the first data and the second data for inconsistencies;', 'determine, based on the analysis of the first data and the second data, a mitigation output indicating a level of inconsistency between the first data and the second data; and', 'determine, based on the mitigation output, eligibility for the requested product., 'a memory storing computer-readable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the computing platform to2. The computing platform of claim 1 , wherein the first data and the second data are personal health ...

DRIVING CUES AND COACHING

A method, medium, and apparatus for educating and reducing risk to inexperienced drivers using vehicles with autonomous navigation systems. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and operating environments may be used to proactively warn the driver about a potential danger detected or predicted by the vehicle. An autonomous vehicle may prevent the driver from operating the vehicle under unfamiliar circumstances or from causing a collision. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and the safety features thereof may be used to mitigate risk of injury or property damage by selectively activating safety features in a new vehicle which the driver has not previously driven. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and safety features thereof may be used to determine a decreased or increased rental rate for a particular vehicle.

CONTROLLING AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES TO PROVIDE AUTOMATED EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUNCTIONS

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING SAME

A method includes detecting a gesture associated with an edge of a display, determining an element associated with the edge, and opening the element.

EARLY NOTIFICATION OF NON-AUTONOMOUS AREA

The disclosure provides an early notification system to alert a driver of an approaching unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone so that a driver may switch vehicle to a non-autonomous driving mode and navigate safely through the identified location. In response, to a determination of an upcoming unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone, the driver or system may take appropriate actions in response to the early notification.

Wireless communication system incorporating multicast addressing and method for use

Selecting a leader node for an ad hoc network based on services

System and methods for distributed connection and mobility processing in a multicast ip network incorporating multi-cell location areas

CONTROLLING AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES TO PROVIDE AUTOMATED EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUNCTIONS

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions.

EARLY NOTIFICATION OF NON-AUTONOMOUS AREA

The disclosure provides an early notification system to alert a driver of an approaching unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone so that a driver may switch vehicle to a non-autonomous driving mode and navigate safely through the identified location. In response, to a determination of an upcoming unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone, the driver or system may take appropriate actions in response to the early notification.

Method and apparatus for broadcast in an ad hoc network using elected broadcast relay nodes

A method and apparatus for electing broadcast relay nodes ( 520 B, H, M) in an ad hoc network ( 500 ). Each node ( 520 A- 520 O) generates an attribute message including associated parameters. Each node ( 520 A- 520 O) generates a weighted value (WV) based on the parameters. The WV can be included in the attribute message for that node, can provide a metric for ranking that node to be nominated to be a broadcast relay node, can alternatively provide a probability measure for that node to probabilistically elect itself as a broadcast relay node. The broadcast manager node ( 520 C) receives the attribute messages and elects at least one nominated node as a broadcast relay node ( 520 B, H, M) based on the attribute messages. Each node ( 520 A- 520 O) can also initiate election of an intermediate broadcast relay node if that node fails to receive a test message within a predetermined time.

Early Notification of Non-Autonomous Area

The disclosure provides an early notification system to alert a driver of an approaching unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone so that a driver may switch vehicle to a non-autonomous driving mode and navigate safely through the identified location. In response, to a determination of an upcoming unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone, the driver or system may take appropriate actions in response to the early notification. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a computing device, an indication of a travel route selected by a driver of a vehicle, wherein the travel route comprises one or more segments;determining, for a first segment of the one or more segments, that a non-autonomous driving mode should be used when traversing the first segment;prior to the vehicle traversing the first segment, determining a current driving mode associated with the vehicle; andresponsive to determining that the vehicle is operating in an autonomous driving mode, causing output, to the driver, of a notification that the non-autonomous driving mode should be used when traversing the first segment.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:causing output, to the driver, an indication identifying the first segment.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining, after a predetermined period, that the vehicle is operating in the autonomous driving mode; andnotify a third party that the vehicle continued operating in the autonomous driving mode.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein causing output of the notification comprises causing generation of an audio notification or a visual notification proximate to the driver.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining that the non-autonomous driving mode should be used when traversing the first segment is responsive to determining claim 1 , for the first segment claim 1 , that the non-autonomous driving mode provides less risk of an accident than the autonomous driving mode.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein ...

Verfahren zum Auswählen einer Kommunikationsnetzwerksbetriebsart mit einer optimalen Effizienz

Verfahren zum Auswählen einer Kommunikationsnetzwerksbetriebsart für eine Kommunikation mit einer optimalen Effizienz, wobei mehrere Netzwerkbetriebsarten zur Verfügung stehen, das die folgenden Schritte umfasst: Bestimmen aller verfügbaren Ablieferungsoptionen unter mehreren Netzwerkbetriebsarten; Bestimmen von Betriebsparametern für die ausgewählte Kommunikation; Bestimmen von Anwenderpräferenzen für die ausgewählte Kommunikation; Abschätzen mindestens einer Schlüsselmetrik als eine Funktion einer Ablieferungsoption; und Bestimmen einer optimalen Ablieferungsoption für die ausgewählte Kommunikation.

Electrical Data Processing System for Monitoring or Affecting Movement of a Vehicle Using a Traffic Device

Systems and methods are disclosed for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device. An event data source may have a processor and/or a transceiver. The event data source may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of an event affecting a portion of road. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the event data source, the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road. The computing device may determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road. Based on the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road, the computing device may send, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, instructions to change one or more characteristics of the one or more traffic devices. 1. A system comprising: a processor;', 'a transceiver; and', 'transmit, via the transceiver and to the second computing device, information indicative of one or more pedestrians associated with a portion of road; and', 'memory storing computer-executable instructions that, when executed by the processor of the first computing device, cause the first computing device to], 'a first computing device and a second computing device, wherein the first computing device comprises a processor;', receive, from the first computing device, the information indicative of one or more pedestrians associated with the portion of road;', 'determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road; and', 'based on the information indicative of one or more pedestrians associated with the portion of road, transmit, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, ...

Electrical data processing system for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device

Systems and methods are disclosed for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device. An event data source may have a processor and/or a transceiver. The event data source may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of an event affecting a portion of road. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the event data source, the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road. The computing device may determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road. Based on the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road, the computing device may send, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, instructions to change one or more characteristics ...

Optimal radio channel allocation in a distributed connection and transport network

Inspection and assessment based on mobile edge-computing

Methods, computer-readable media, software, and apparatuses may receive, at a field vehicle, field data from one or more unmanned autonomous vehicles, where the field data may be indicative of an item for assessment. Edge-computing, based on machine learning techniques, may be performed at the field vehicle to identify one or more characteristics of the assessment, and a projected cost may be determined. An estimate may be sent to a consumer. In some aspects, the projected costs may be based on local data related to a geographical location of the item. In another aspect, underwriting tasks may be performed at the field vehicle, and a quote may be sent to a consumer.

SELECTING A LEADER NODE FOR AN AD HOC NETWORK BASED ON SERVICES

Techniques are provided for forming networks based on services offered or provided by particular leader nodes. Client nodes in the network can select a particular leader node based on a desired service offered or provided by the particular leader node. The client nodes can become a part of a different structured network such that the client nodes can have access to a desired service provided, either directly or indirectly, by the particular leader node.

Electrical data processing system for determining status of traffic device and vehicle movement

Systems and methods are disclosed for determining the status of a traffic device and vehicle movement. A traffic device may have a traffic device computer, one or more traffic signals, and/or a transceiver. The traffic device may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of a status of the one or more traffic signals. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the traffic device, the information indicative of the status of the one or more traffic signals. The computing device may determine that the information indicative of the status of the one or more traffic signals indicates that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from a red light to a green light and a time that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from the red light to the green light. In response to determining that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from the red light to the green light, the computing device may determine an amount of time between the time that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from the red light to the green light and a time that a vehicle at a location of the traffic device moved. In response to determining that the amount of time exceeds a threshold amount of time, the computing device may determine that a driver of the vehicle is distracted.

VARIABLE MULCHING ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A LAWNMOWER

A convertible lawnmower is provided. The lawnmower includes a housing and a mulching system. The housing includes a discharge opening. The mulching system includes a mounting ring and a shutter ring. The mounting ring is coupled substantially concentrically to the housing and includes an upper surface, a lower surface, and a sidewall that extends substantially axially therebetween. The sidewall is formed with a retaining groove and at least one installation groove. The retaining groove extends at least partially circumferentially within an inner surface of the sidewall and each installation groove extends axially from the lower surface to the retaining groove. The shutter ring is only coupled to mounting ring via the retaining groove such that the shutter ring is selectively shiftable between a mulching mode and a discharge mode. 1. A lawnmower comprising:a housing comprising a discharge opening; anda mulching system comprising a mounting ring and a shutter ring, said mounting ring coupled substantially concentrically to said housing and comprising an upper surface, a lower surface, and a sidewall extending substantially axially there between, said sidewall comprising a retaining groove and at least one installation groove, said retaining groove extending at least partially circumferentially within an inner surface of said sidewall, each said at least one installation groove extending axially from said lower surface to said retaining groove, said shutter ring is only coupled to said mounting ring via said retaining groove such that said shutter ring is selectively shiftable between a mulching mode and a discharge mode.2. A lawnmower in accordance with wherein said shutter ring comprises an upper surface claim 1 , a lower surface claim 1 , and a sidewall extending substantially axially there between claim 1 , said sidewall comprises at least one coupler extending radially from said sidewall for coupling said shutter ring to said mounting ring.3. A lawnmower in ...

PROVIDING OVER-THE-TOP SERVICES ON FEMTO CELLS OF AN IP EDGE CONVERGENCE SERVER SYSTEM

A method is provided for enabling an over the top (OTT) service over a broadband network. The method includes receiving a registration request from a mobile User Equipment (UE) over a femto cell to register with a cellular operator of a cellular network. The registration request is forwarded to an authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) server associated with the cellular operator to register the mobile UE therewith. A rendition of the registration request is forwarded to an AAA server associated with a broadband operator of a broadband network to register the mobile UE therewith.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND A CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF CAPABLE OF EFFICIENTLY BROWSING ELEMENTS SUCH AS AN APPLICATION, A TOOL, OR A DOCUMENT

PURPOSE: An electronic device and a controlling method thereof are provided to detect a gesture related to edge, determine an element related to the edge, and to open the determined element. CONSTITUTION: If a gesture(902) is continuously operated, the next element within a related group is determined. An icon(1106) is displayed. The icon is related to a contact address application. A ghost process of icons(906, 1006) is performed. The ghost process indicates that the gesture is not related with the application which is indicated as the ghost processed icon. The selection of the element which desires the ghost process of previous preview information is simplified. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2012 ...

Method and apparatus for redirection of domain name service (DNS) packets

Techniques are provided which can allow a host to determine whether to send a DNS request via a distributed Domain Name Service (DNS) protocol or a regular DNS protocol.

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed. An example method comprises identifying the occurrence of an event, storing first data corresponding to apparatus operation for a first threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a second threshold amount of time after the event, determining whether a responsive object is involved in or near the event, in response to determining that the responsive object is involved in or near the event, transmitting the first data to the responsive object, and receiving, from the responsive object, second data, analyzing the first data and the second data to determine a party at-fault for the event, aggregating the first data and second data into an event report, and causing, automatically, a response to be initiated through an entity associated with the party at-fault.

RESOURCE ALLOCATION AND RISK MODELING FOR GEOGRAPHICALLY DISTRIBUTED ASSETS

A risk exposure model is developed for network or moveable assets not specific to a single, fixed address or location. An asset map using a plurality of geographic representation points is used to identify the physical locations of the asset portions (or possible physical locations in the case of a moveable asset). Baseline geographic, geologic, political, and demographic data is similarly represented using geographic representation points. Meta-data associated with each geographic representation point is used to identify details related to the asset or baseline feature at that geographic location. Risk exposure values are then calculated using the geographic representation points specific to the asset portions that are subject to risks associated with the location of the asset portion. 1. A method comprising:storing asset data representing a network asset, wherein the network asset includes at least a first portion associated with a first geographic location and a second portion associated with a second geographic location, wherein the first geographic location is different from the second geographic location, the asset data including metadata characterizing the first portion and metadata characterizing the second portion;storing context data representing a context of the network asset, wherein the context of the network asset includes a plurality of geographic features, the context data including metadata characterizing each geographic feature of the plurality of geographic features; [ a first subset of intersection points corresponding to intersections between the first portion of the network asset and the plurality of geographic features, and', 'a second subset of intersection points corresponding to intersections between the second portion of the network asset and the plurality of geographic features;, 'identifying a plurality of intersection points between the network asset and the context of the network asset, wherein the plurality of intersection points ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING SAME

A method includes detecting a gesture associated with an edge of a display, determining an element associated with the edge, and opening the element. 1. A method comprising:detecting a gesture associated with an edge of a display;based on attributes of the gesture, displaying information associated with a next element of a first group.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the gesture is associated with an edge of the display based on an origin point of the gesture.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the gesture is associated with an edge when the gesture crosses a boundary of the touch-sensitive display.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the gesture is associated with the edge when the origin point of the gesture is near an edge of a display.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the next element comprises one of a preceding element or a succeeding element of the first group.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the next element comprises a succeeding element of the first group when the gesture is associated with a first corner of the touch-sensitive display and the next element comprises a preceding element of the first group when the gesture is associated with a second corner of the touch-sensitive display.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein displaying information associated with the next element of the first group comprises discontinuing displaying information associated with another element of the first group.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein displaying information associated with the next element of the first group comprises displaying a preview of the information associated with the next element.9. The method according to claim 8 , wherein the preview comprises one of an icon representative of the element claim 8 , a partial view of information stored in association with the element claim 8 , and a word identifying the element.10. The method according to claim 1 , comprising detecting a gesture ...

Method and apparatus for redirection of Domain Name Service (DNS) packets

Techniques are provided which can allow a host to determine whether to send a DNS request via a distributed Domain Name Service (DNS) protocol or a regular DNS protocol.

METHOD FOR SELECTING A COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK MODE HAVING AN OPTIMUM EFFICIENCY

A method for utilizing a personal agent in a communications device for selecting the method of delivery of at least one communication having multiple networking type modes (200) includes discovering all available delivery options (203). One or more operational parameters are detected (205) including information based on the agent's knowledge of the user's schedule. The impact on battery consumption of the communication is also estimated (209) and a key metric is determined (211) based on the type of delivery options that are available. Finally, an optimal delivery option is determined (213) where it can be either automatically selected or presented to the user of the device. © KIPO & WIPO 2008 ...

Method and system for priority based routing

A method and system for routing a data packet, intended for a destination node, from a source node to a first intermediate node in a network is useful for improving the efficiency of the network. The method includes determining a priority level for a user of the source node and a priority level for a user of the destination node (step 505). A priority level is also determined for each of the following: a device associated with the source node, a device associated with the destination node, and a device associated with the first intermediate node (step 510). A routing path is then selected that routes the data packet from the source node to the first intermediate node based on a comparison of the priority level for the device associated with the first intermediate node, the priority levels for the users of the source and destination nodes, and the priority levels for the devices associated with the source and destination nodes (step 515).

RESPONDING TO INCOMING CALLS

A method and device for responding to an incoming call. A first device detects an incoming call from a caller. In response to detecting the incoming call, an indication of the incoming call is sent to a second device different from the first device. The indication identifies the caller. A message indicating a response to the caller is received from the second device. 1. A method operative on an electronic device , the method comprising:detecting an incoming call over a first communications channel from a caller;in response to the detecting, sending an indication of the incoming call to a second electronic device, the indication identifying the caller; andreceiving, from the second electronic device, a message indicating a response to the caller; andsending the response from the electronic device to the caller over a second communications channel that is independent from the first communications channel.2. (canceled)3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising preventing claim 1 , based on the sending claim 1 , the incoming call from going to voice mail prior to sending the response.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the indication further comprises contact information used to send the response over the second communications channel to far the caller.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the message further comprises an identification of one of the electronic device and the second electronic device as a device to transmit the response over the second communications channel to the caller.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic device comprises a portable electronic device claim 1 , and wherein the second electronic device is one of a tablet computer claim 1 , a personal computer claim 1 , and a wired telephone.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sending automatically occurs when the electronic device is on a call when the incoming call is detected.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:displaying a list comprising a respective indication for each of ...

Method for domain name service (DNS) in a wireless ad hoc network

In a wireless ad hoc network comprising a plurality of nodes, a primary node receives a domain name service (DNS) query from a node. The primary node determines whether the query can be resolved based on cached information. If the DNS query can be resolved based on cached information, the primary node sends a response to the node. If the DNS query cannot be resolved based on cached information, the primary node sends the DNS query outside the ad hoc network for resolution.

Method for domain name service (DNS) in a wireless ad hoc network

In a wireless ad hoc network comprising a plurality of nodes, a primary node receives a domain name service (DNS) query from a node. The primary node determines whether the query can be resolved based on cached information. If the DNS query can be resolved based on cached information, the primary node sends a response to the node. If the DNS query cannot be resolved based on cached information, the primary node sends the DNS query outside the ad hoc network for resolution.

Generating and transmitting parking instructions for autonomous and non-autonomous vehicles

Systems and apparatuses for receiving data from a plurality of sensors and using the data, as well as other data, to generate a parking recommendation for an autonomous vehicle and instruct the autonomous vehicle to travel to the recommended parking location are provided. Data may be received from a plurality of sensors within a first autonomous vehicle, as well as from other vehicles and/or structures. Historical parking data associated with the first autonomous vehicle may also be extracted. In some examples, an expected future trip of the first autonomous vehicle may be determined. The system may then evaluate the data to generate a parking recommendation for the first autonomous vehicle. The system may generate and transmit instructions for traveling from a current location to the recommended parking location and may cause the first autonomous vehicle to travel to the recommended parking location.

Multi-computer processing system for dynamically executing response actions based on movement data

Methods, computer-readable media, systems, and/or apparatuses for evaluating movement data to identify a user as a driver or non-driver passenger are provided. In some examples, movement data may be received from a mobile device of a user. The movement data may include sensor data including location data, such as global positioning system (GPS) data, accelerometer and/or gyroscope data, and the like. Additional data may be retrieved from one or more other sources. For instance, additional data such as usage of applications on the mobile device, public transportation schedules and routes, image data, vehicle operation data, and the like, may be received and analyzed with the movement data to determine whether the user of the mobile device was a driver or non-driver passenger of the vehicle. Based on the determination, the data may be deleted in some examples or may be further processed to generate one or more outputs.

Multi-Computer Processing System for Dynamically Executing Response Actions Based on Movement Data

Methods, computer-readable media, systems, and/or apparatuses for evaluating movement data to identify a user as a driver or non-driver passenger are provided. In some examples, movement data may be received from a mobile device of a user. The movement data may include sensor data including location data, such as global positioning system (GPS) data, accelerometer and/or gyroscope data, and the like. Additional data may be retrieved from one or more other sources. For instance, additional data such as usage of applications on the mobile device, public transportation schedules and routes, image data, vehicle operation data, and the like, may be received and analyzed with the movement data to determine whether the user of the mobile device was a driver or non-driver passenger of the vehicle. Based on the determination, the data may be deleted in some examples or may be further processed to generate one or more outputs. 1. A computing platform , comprising:a processing unit comprising a processor; and receive, from at least an accelerometer associated with a mobile device, sensor data associated with movement of the mobile device during a first time period, the first time period corresponding to a trip of a vehicle having a starting point, a destination, and travel between the starting point and the destination;', 'identify a number of other devices available to be paired with the mobile device;', 'analyze the received sensor data and the identified number of other devices available to be paired with the mobile device to determine whether the movement of the mobile device corresponds to a user of the mobile device being a driver of the vehicle during the trip of the vehicle or the user of the mobile device being a non-driver passenger of the vehicle during the trip of the vehicle;', 'responsive to determining that the movement of the mobile device corresponds to the user being a driver of the vehicle during the trip of the vehicle, analyze the received sensor data to ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR TRANSMITTING DATA PACKETS

A method for transmitting a packet from a transmitting node to a destination node in a communication network can enable improved network efficiency. The method includes receiving and storing identification information concerning at least one foreign node that is directly reachable in the communication network (block 505 ). It is then determined, using the identification information, whether the destination node is directly reachable in the communication network (block 510 ). Based on whether the destination node is directly reachable in the communication network, it is then determined whether to transmit the packet to the destination node using a tunneling protocol or without using a tunneling protocol (block 515 ). The packet is then transmitted from the transmitting node to the destination node (block 520 ).

Event-Based Connected Vehicle Control And Response Systems

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed. An example method comprises identifying the occurrence of an event, storing first data corresponding to apparatus operation for a first threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a second threshold amount of time after the event, determining whether a responsive object is involved in or near the event, in response to determining that the responsive object is involved in or near the event, transmitting the first data to the responsive object, and receiving, from the responsive object, second data, analyzing the first data and the second data to determine a party at-fault for the event, aggregating the first data and second data into an event report, and causing, automatically, a response to be initiated through an entity associated with the party at-fault. 1. A system comprising:a first vehicle comprising a first plurality of vehicle operation sensors to detect vehicle and environment parameters;a second vehicle comprising a second plurality of vehicle operation sensors; and at least one processor; and', identify an occurrence of an event involving the first vehicle and the second vehicle;', 'store first data acquired by the first plurality of vehicle operation sensors for a first threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a second threshold amount of time after the event;', 'store second data acquired by the second plurality of vehicle operation sensors for a third threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a fourth threshold amount of time after the event;', 'identify, based on the first data and the second data, which vehicle of the first vehicle or the second vehicle is at-fault;', 'aggregate the first data and second data into an event report; and', 'initiate, automatically, a response to the event., 'memory comprising ...

Controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics. A computing platform may receive vehicle guidance data from autonomous vehicle control systems of vehicles. Subsequently, the computing platform may identify a number of the vehicles currently operating in an autonomous mode based on the vehicle guidance data. Thereafter, the computing platform may identify a target number of the vehicles to be operated in an autonomous mode in order to optimize traffic characteristics. Then, the computing platform may generate messages directing selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to achieve the target number. Subsequently, the computing platform may send the messages directing the selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to receive incentives. Thereafter, the computing platform may award the incentives to the selected vehicles that switch into the autonomous mode as directed by the messages.

Real Time Risk Assessment and Operational Changes with Semi-Autonomous Vehicles

A route risk mitigation system and method using real-time information to improve the safety of vehicles operating in semi-autonomous or autonomous modes. The method mitigates the risks associated with driving by assigning real-time risk values to road segments and then using those real-time risk values to select less risky travel routes, including less risky travel routes for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the travel routes. The route risk mitigation system may receive location information, real-time operation information, (and/or other information) and provide updated associated risk values. In an embodiment, separate risk values may be determined for vehicles engaged in autonomous driving over the road segment and vehicles engaged in manual driving over the road segment. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a computing device, an indication of a first travel route associated with an autonomous vehicle;determining a first risk value comprising an indication of an accident risk associated with traversal of the first travel route by a vehicle in an autonomous driving mode;determining a second risk value comprising an indication of an accident risk associated with traversal of the first travel route by a vehicle in a manual driving mode;responsive to determining, based on the first risk value and the second risk value, that the autonomous driving mode is associated with a lower risk of an accident, causing a driver of the autonomous vehicle to be notified that the autonomous driving mode is a safer mode for traversal of the first travel route; andresponsive to determining, based on the first risk value and the second risk value, that the manual driving mode is associated with a lower risk of an accident, causing a driver of the autonomous vehicle to be notified that the manual driving mode is the safer mode for traversal of the first travel route.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first risk value is determined based on historical accident information ...

Fleet vehicle feature activation

A system including a processor and memory may provide for automatically activating or deactivating a feature of a fleet vehicle. For example, one or more fleet vehicles may include one or more of a global-positioning system, a speed governor, electronically-controlled brakes, an electronically-controlled accelerator, a speed limiter, or an on-board computer with a processor and memory. One or more features may be activated by a local or remote computing device or system. For example, a system may determine one or more recommended routes between two or more locations. The system may track a fleet vehicle's progress along a route, and activate a feature of the fleet vehicle based on the fleet vehicle following or not following the recommended route. For example, the system may cause activation of a speed limiter on the fleet vehicle, disable the fleet vehicle, and/or activate or deactivate autonomous features of the fleet vehicle.

Method and device for transmitting data packets

A method for transmitting a packet from a transmitting node to a destination node in a communication network can enable improved network efficiency. The method includes receiving and storing identification information concerning at least one foreign node that is directly reachable in the communication network (block 505). It is then determined, using the identification information, whether the destination node is directly reachable in the communication network (block 510). Based on whether the destination node is directly reachable in the communication network, it is then determined whether to transmit the packet to the destination node using a tunneling protocol or without using a tunneling protocol (block 515). The packet is then transmitted from the transmitting node to the destination node (block 520).

Electrical data processing system for determining status of traffic device and vehicle movement

Systems and methods are disclosed for determining the status of a traffic device and vehicle movement. A traffic device may have a traffic device computer, one or more traffic signals, and/or a transceiver. The traffic device may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of a status of the one or more traffic signals. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the traffic device, the information indicative of the status of the one or more traffic signals. The computing device may determine that the information indicative of the status of the one or more traffic signals indicates that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from a red light to a green light and a time that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from the red light to the green light.

Associating Distinct Security Modes with Distinct Wireless Authenticators

In some aspects, a first device detects information encoded in a wireless authenticator device based on a wireless interaction between the first device and the wireless authenticator device. The first device detects the information while securing resources on the first device according to a first security mode. Based on the detected information, the first device selects a second security mode associated with the wireless authenticator device. The first device then applies the selected second security mode. The selected second security mode is one of multiple distinct security modes. Each of the multiple distinct security modes is associated with a respective one of multiple wireless authenticator devices and defines accessibility attributes of the resources on the first device. 1. An authentication method comprising:at a first device, detecting information encoded in a wireless authenticator device based on a wireless interaction between the first device and the wireless authenticator device, the first device detecting the information encoded in the wireless authenticator device while securing resources on the first device according to a first security mode;based on detecting the information, selecting a second security mode associated with the wireless authenticator device, the second security mode comprising one of a plurality of distinct security modes, each of the plurality of distinct security modes being associated with a respective one of a plurality of distinct wireless authenticator devices and defining accessibility attributes of the resources for the first device; andapplying the selected second security mode at the first device.2. The authentication method of claim 1 , further comprising associating each of the plurality of distinct security modes with the respective one of the plurality of distinct wireless authenticator devices.3. The authentication method of claim 2 , wherein associating each of the plurality of distinct security modes with the ...

FLEET VEHICLE FEATURE ACTIVATION

A system including a processor and memory may provide for automatically activating or deactivating a feature of a fleet vehicle. For example, one or more fleet vehicles may include one or more of a global-positioning system, a speed governor, electronically-controlled brakes, an electronically-controlled accelerator, a speed limiter, or an on-board computer with a processor and memory. One or more features may be activated by a local or remote computing device or system. For example, a system may determine one or more recommended routes between two or more locations. The system may track a fleet vehicle's progress along a route, and activate a feature of the fleet vehicle based on the fleet vehicle following or not following the recommended route. For example, the system may cause activation of a speed limiter on the fleet vehicle, disable the fleet vehicle, and/or activate or deactivate autonomous features of the fleet vehicle. 1. A method comprising:determining, by a computing device comprising a processor and memory, a driving route of a fleet vehicle of a fleet comprising a plurality of fleet vehicles, the driving route being from a starting location to a destination location;parsing, by the computing device, the driving route into one or more segments;calculating, by the computing device and for each segment of the one or more segments, a risk score;calculating, by the computing device and based on the risk score calculated for each segment of the one or more segments, a total risk score for the driving route;comparing, by the computing device, the total risk score to a first predetermined threshold; andcausing, by the computing device and based on a result of the comparing, activation of a first feature of the fleet vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the risk score for each segment of the one or more segments is determined based on one or more factors claim 1 , the one or more factors comprising:a driver score of a driver of the fleet vehicle;a cargo ...

Electrical data processing system for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device

Systems and methods are disclosed for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device. An event data source may have a processor and/or a transceiver. The event data source may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of an event affecting a portion of road. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the event data source, the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road. The computing device may determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road. Based on the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road, the computing device may send, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, instructions to change one or more characteristics ...

System, method and apparatus for authentication of nodes in an Ad Hoc network

A method and apparatus are provided for authenticating a first node M 220 M in an ad hoc network 200. Node I 220 I can receive a request from node M 220 M to join the ad hoc network 200. This request includes, among other things, a biometric input associated with a first user of the node M 220 M. Before the node M 220 M is permitted to join the ad-hoc network, Node I 220 I can authenticate the first user based on the biometric input by determining whether the biometric input matches biometric codes stored in Node I 220 I.

System and methods for distributed connection and mobility processing in a multicast IP network incorporating multi-cell location areas

A wireless communication system 200 comprises a connectionless packet network 201 coupled to a plurality of sites 203-208 that are in location areas 260, 261. The sites join respective location area multicast addresses to receive messages from other sites in their location area. Communication units desiring to participate in talkgroup calls need only to register affiliation with a first site of the location area. Upon the first site receiving an affiliation message, it joins a payload multicast group address to receive payload for the talkgroup. In alternative embodiments, the first site sends, via the location area multicast address, either control message(s) or tunneled payload associated with the talkgroup call to secondary site(s) of the location area. The sites initiate paging sequences to determine whether communication units at their sites desire to participate in the call and, based on the responses, the sites may deliver stored payload and/or join the payload multicast group address ...

Resource Allocation and Risk Modeling for Geographically Distributed Assets

A risk exposure model is developed for network or moveable assets not specific to a single, fixed address or location. An asset map using a plurality of geographic representation points is used to identify the physical locations of the asset portions (or possible physical locations in the case of a moveable asset). Baseline geographic, geologic, political, and demographic data is similarly represented using geographic representation points. Meta-data associated with each geographic representation point is used to identify details related to the asset or baseline feature at that geographic location. Risk exposure values are then calculated using the geographic representation points specific to the asset portions that are subject to risks associated with the location of the asset portion.

SHUTTER LOCKING ASSEMBLY FOR A LAWNMOWER, LAWNMOWER HAVING SAME, AND CONVERTIBLE LAWNMOWER

A shutter assembly for a lawnmower can include a cutter housing, a shutter, and a lever. The shutter can be rotatably attached to the cutter housing so as to be movable between (a) a first shutter position in which a blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel opens the discharge opening, and (b) a second shutter position in which the blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel closes the discharge opening, and the second shutter position corresponds to a mulching position. The lever can be attached to the shutter and extend through the cutter housing slot. The lever can move the shutter between the first shutter position and the second shutter position. The lever can include a handle knob assembly that includes a button that is biased, by a spring, to lock in any one of a plurality of positions on the cutter housing. 1. A shutter assembly for a lawnmower comprising:a cutter housing that includes a discharge opening and a cutter housing slot passing through the cutter housing, and the cutter housing slot having a first end and a second end;a shutter that includes a blocking panel, the shutter rotatably attached to the cutter housing so as to be movable between (a) a first shutter position in which the blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel opens the discharge opening, and (b) a second shutter position in which the blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel closes the discharge opening, and the second shutter position corresponds to a mulching position; anda lever attached to the shutter and extending through the cutter housing slot, the lever engageable by a user so as to move the shutter between the first shutter position and the second shutter position, and the lever includes a handle knob assembly that includes a button that is biased, by a spring, to lock in any one of a plurality of positions on the cutter housing.2. The shutter assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of positions includes:a ...

DISCHARGE GUARD ASSEMBLY FOR A MOWER

A discharge guard assembly for a mower includes a cutter housing having an opening for discharging cuttings. A guard is hingedly attached to the housing so that the guard can move between a closed position and an open position. A latch contacts a stop on the guard to hold the guard in the closed position to allow the mower to operate in a mulching configuration. The latch is movable to an unlatched position in which the guard is free to rotate to the open position to allow cuttings to be discharged through the opening in the housing. 1. A discharge guard assembly for a mower comprising:a cutter housing having an opening for discharging cuttings;a guard attached to the housing for moving between a closed position, in which the guard covers the opening, and an open position;a pin connecting the guard to the cutter housing; anda latch having a catch for holding the guard in the closed position;wherein a stop is formed on the guard, and wherein the latch is movable from a latched position in which the catch contacts the stop to hold the guard in the closed position, to an unlatched position in which the guard is free to rotate about the pin.2. The discharge guard assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a bracket attaching both the guard and the latch to the cutter housing.3. The discharge guard assembly of claim 1 , wherein the guard includes a sleeve receiving the pin claim 1 , and the stop is formed on the sleeve.4. The discharge guard assembly of claim 1 , wherein the latch is rotatable about a substantially vertical axis.5. The discharge guard assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a first biasing member to bias the guard to the closed position.6. The discharge guard assembly of claim 1 , wherein the stop extends along a length of the pin claim 1 , and a space is defined between the stop and the pin.7. The discharge guard assembly of claim 6 , wherein the catch comprises a lateral extending portion and an upward extending portion claim 6 , and the lateral ...

Providing over-the-top services on femto cells of an IP edge convergence server system

A method is provided for enabling an over the top (OTT) service over a broadband network. The method includes receiving a registration request from a mobile User Equipment (UE) over a femto cell to register with a cellular operator of a cellular network. The registration request is forwarded to an authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) server associated with the cellular operator to register the mobile UE therewith. A rendition of the registration request is forwarded to an AAA server associated with a broadband operator of a broadband network to register the mobile UE therewith.

Generating and transmitting parking instructions for autonomous and non-autonomous vehicles

Systems and apparatuses for receiving data from a plurality of sensors and using the data, as well as other data, to generate a parking recommendation for an autonomous vehicle and instruct the autonomous vehicle to travel to the recommended parking location are provided. Data may be received from a plurality of sensors within a first autonomous vehicle, as well as from other vehicles and/or structures. Historical parking data associated with the first autonomous vehicle may also be extracted. In some examples, an expected future trip of the first autonomous vehicle may be determined. The system may then evaluate the data to generate a parking recommendation for the first autonomous vehicle. The system may generate and transmit instructions for traveling from a current location to the recommended parking location and may cause the first autonomous vehicle to travel to the recommended parking location.

Method for selecting a communications network mode having an optimum efficiency

A method for utilizing a personal agent in a communications device for selecting the method of delivery of at least one communication having multiple networking type modes ( 200 ) includes discovering all available delivery options ( 203 ). One or more operational parameters are detected ( 205 ) including information based on the agent's knowledge of the user's schedule. The impact on battery consumption of the communication is also estimated ( 209 ) and a key metric is determined ( 211 ) based on the type of delivery options that are available. Finally, an optimal delivery option is determined ( 213 ) where it can be either automatically selected or presented to the user of the device.

Method and apparatus for encouraging routing in a network

A node ( 200 ) includes a processor ( 201 ) for determining neighbor nodes in a routing path to a destination based on a routing table associated with the node ( 200 ). The node ( 200 ) includes a memory for storing a first authenticated tokens. The node includes a transmitter ( 203 ) for transmitting a first request-to-route (RTR) message including an indication specifying information units (IUs) from the first node to the neighbor nodes in a routing path from the first node to the destination. The node ( 200 ) includes a receiver ( 205 ) for receiving a neighbor reply message from one of the neighbor nodes to the first node which indicates that the neighbor node will route the information units (IUs). The transmitter ( 203 ) transmits a second authenticated tokens from the first node to one of the neighbor nodes. The second authenticated tokens are converted into a tradable entity and provide compensation to the neighbor node selected.

Method and system for priority based routing

A method and system for routing a data packet, intended for a destination node, from a source node to a first intermediate node in a network is useful for improving the efficiency of the network. The method includes determining a priority level for a user of the source node and a priority level for a user of the destination node (step 505 ). A priority level is also determined for each of the following: a device associated with the source node, a device associated with the destination node, and a device associated with the first intermediate node (step 510 ). A routing path is then selected that routes the data packet from the source node to the first intermediate node based on a comparison of the priority level for the device associated with the first intermediate node, the priority levels for the users of the source and destination nodes, and the priority levels for the devices associated with the source and destination nodes (step 515 ).

Controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions.

Data Processing System with Machine Learning Engine to Provide Output Generating Functions

Methods and apparatuses for identifying and executing one or more interactive condition evaluation tests and collecting and analyzing user behavior data to generate an output are provided. In some examples, user information may be received and one or more interactive condition evaluation tests may be identified. An instruction may be transmitted to a computing device of a user and executed on the computing device to enable functionality of one or more sensors that may be used in the identified tests. Upon initiating a test, data may be collected from the one or more sensors. The collected sensor data may be transmitted to the system and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. Additionally, user behavior data may be collected and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. The sensor data, the user behavior data, and other data may be used together to generate an output. 1. A method , comprising:receiving, from a user computing device, a user input including user information for a user;identifying, based on the user information, a product associated with the user;identifying, based on the product, at least one collection procedure to be performed by the user computing device;sending, to the user computing device, a request to perform the at least one collection procedure, wherein the request comprises information corresponding to the at least one collection procedure and instructions to perform the at least one collection procedure at the user computing device;receiving, from the user computing device, data collected by the user computing device while performing the at least one collection procedure;analyzing, using one or more machine learning datasets, the data to evaluate health and lifestyle of the user;determining, based on the health and lifestyle of the user, whether the user is eligible for a pricing adjustment of at least a component of the product; andsending, to the user computing device for display, an output indicating whether ...

Use of IP-multicast technology for 2-party calls in mobile communication networks

A wireless communication system 200 comprises a connectionless packet network 201 coupled to a plurality of sites 203-208 . Upon a first communication unit ( 213 ) initiating a call request for a 2-party call with a second communication unit ( 215 ), a call server 235 identifies respective multicast IP addresses (MC 1 , MC 2 ) associated with the source and target. If the first communication unit 213 , or its associated site ( 205 ) desires to send payload to the second communication unit 215 , it addresses the payload to the multicast IP address (MC 2 ) of the second communication unit, and the second communication unit 215 , or its associated site 206 joins the multicast address MC 2 to receive the payload. Conversely, if the second communication unit 215 , or its associated site ( 206 ) desires to send payload to the first communication unit 213 , it addresses the payload to the multicast IP address (MC 1 ) of the first communication unit, and the first communication unit 213 , or its ...

Resource allocation and risk modeling for geographically distributed assets

A risk exposure model is developed for network or moveable assets not specific to a single, fixed address or location. An asset map using a plurality of geographic representation points is used to identify the physical locations of the asset portions (or possible physical locations in the case of a moveable asset). Baseline geographic, geologic, political, and demographic data is similarly represented using geographic representation points. Meta-data associated with each geographic representation point is used to identify details related to the asset or baseline feature at that geographic location. Risk exposure values are then calculated using the geographic representation points specific to the asset portions that are subject to risks associated with the location of the asset portion.

WIDE AREA MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS OVER FEMTO-CELLS

A method and apparatus is provided for hand-off of a mobile User Equipment (UE) across a femto cellular network. The method includes dynamically clustering a plurality of neighboring femto cells in a vicinity of a first femto cell to which a mobile UE is currently attached. The dynamic cluster of neighboring femto cells is moved across the femto cellular network in accordance with movement of the mobile UE across the femto cellular network.

ELECTRICAL DATA PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR MONITORING OR AFFECTING MOVEMENT OF A VEHICLE USING A TRAFFIC DEVICE

Systems and methods are disclosed for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device. An event data source may have a processor and/or a transceiver. The event data source may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of an event affecting a portion of road. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the event data source, the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road. The computing device may determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road. Based on the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road, the computing device may send, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, instructions to change one or more characteristics of the one or more traffic devices.

Method of dynamic management of a virtual local area network (VLAN) in a wireless ad hoc network

In a wireless ad hoc network comprising a plurality of nodes ( 102 ), when a method of the present invention determines that a source node and a destination node belong to a common virtual local area network (VLAN), information is routed to the destination node using only nodes that belong to the common VLAN. If a path is not available to route the information between the source node and the destination node using only nodes that belong to the common VLAN, a default VLAN is used to route the information at least partially through the ad hoc network. If, however, the method of the present invention determines that the source node belongs to a first VLAN and the destination node belongs to a second VLAN, the source node or an intermediate node registers with the second VLAN and continues routing the information using nodes that belong to the second VLAN.

Responding to incoming calls

A method and device for responding to an incoming call. A first device detects an incoming call from a caller. In response to detecting the incoming call, an indication of the incoming call is sent to a second device different from the first device. The indication identifies the caller. A message indicating a response to the caller is received from the second device.

Method and apparatus for encouraging routing in a network

A node (200) includes a processor (201) for determining neighbor nodes in a routing path to a destination based on a routing table associated with the node (200). The node (200) includes a memory for storing a first authenticated tokens. The node includes a transmitter (203) for transmitting a first request-to-route (RTR) message including an indication specifying information units (IUs) from the first node to the neighbor nodes in a routing path from the first node to the destination. The node (200) includes a receiver (205) for receiving a neighbor reply message from one of the neighbor nodes to the first node which indicates that the neighbor node will route the information units (IUs). The transmitter (203) transmits a second authenticated tokens from the first node to one of the neighbor nodes. The second authenticated tokens are converted into a tradable entity and provide compensation to the neighbor node selected.

Home services condition monitoring

Methods, computer-readable media, systems and apparatuses for receiving data from one or more sensors associated with one or more home devices for a plurality of homes relating to one or more possible perils such as water perils.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INCENTIVE-BASED AD HOC NETWORKING

A system ( 100 ) and method ( 300 ) for mesh/ad hoc participation is provided. The method can include providing ( 310 ) an incentive to a user operating a device in an ad hoc network and determining ( 320 ) network resources associated with providing the incentive. The method can establish a credit system for devices within the ad hoc network, evaluate a supply and demand for the network resources, and allocate credits to the devices for forwarding packets in the ad hoc network. The method can determine a delivery capacity for the devices and negotiate an optimal packet route through the devices in the ad hoc network based on the supply and demand.

Method and system for incentive-based ad hoc networking

A system (100) and method (300) for mesh/ad hoc participation is provided. The method can include providing (310) an incentive to a user operating a device in an ad hoc network and determining (320) network resources associated with providing the incentive. The method can establish a credit system for devices within the ad hoc network, evaluate a supply and demand for the network resources, and allocate credits to the devices for forwarding packets in the ad hoc network. The method can determine a delivery capacity for the devices and negotiate an optimal packet route through the devices in the ad hoc network based on the supply and demand.

Shutter locking assembly for a lawnmower, lawnmower having same, and convertible lawnmower

A shutter assembly for a lawnmower can include a cutter housing, a shutter, and a lever. The shutter can be rotatably attached to the cutter housing so as to be movable between (a) a first shutter position in which a blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel opens the discharge opening, and (b) a second shutter position in which the blocking panel is positioned such that the blocking panel closes the discharge opening, and the second shutter position corresponds to a mulching position. The lever can be attached to the shutter and extend through the cutter housing slot. The lever can move the shutter between the first shutter position and the second shutter position. The lever can include a handle knob assembly that includes a button that is biased, by a spring, to lock in any one of a plurality of positions on the cutter housing.

Controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions.

Emergency incident detection, response, and mitigation using autonomous drones

A system may be configured to detect an emergency condition at a premises; dispatch one or more autonomous drones to a location associated with the emergency condition; receive from the one or more autonomous drones, sensor data associated with the emergency condition; generate, based on the sensor data, a plan identifying an evacuation route for safely evacuating the premises; and transmit an instruction that causes the one or more autonomous drones to indicate, to one or more persons in a vicinity of the emergency condition, the evacuation route. The system may further detect, based on the sensor data, one or more safe areas in the premises, and the evacuation route may pass through at least one of the one or more safe areas.

Wide area mobile communications over femto-cells

A method and apparatus is provided for hand-off of a mobile User Equipment (UE) across a femto cellular network. The method includes dynamically clustering a plurality of neighboring femto cells in a vicinity of a first femto cell to which a mobile UE is currently attached. The dynamic cluster of neighboring femto cells is moved across the femto cellular network in accordance with movement of the mobile UE across the femto cellular network.

Home custom services

Methods, computer-readable media, systems and apparatuses for generation of a custom user interface for various categories of users and home maintenance, finance, and insurance monitoring are provided. The systems may receive data associated with a home, such as a plurality of systems and/or devices associated with the home. Based on the received information, the systems may generate a maintenance task list for the home including a plurality of maintenance tasks, finance task lists, and/or insurance task lists. Data related to maintenance performed on the home may be received and, based on the received maintenance data, a determination may be made as to whether one or more tasks on the maintenance task list have been completed.

Method and Apparatus Pertaining to Automatically Moving a Component that Comprises a Part of a Portable Electronic Device

A portable electronic device detects a trigger event and responds by automatically moving a component that comprises a part of the portable electronic device. Examples of trigger events include but are not limited to receiving a communication (such as a wireless communication), receiving an input from a user interface, the occurrence of a time-based event, and so forth. The movement can comprise articulation-based movement (including but not limited to pivoting, rotating, sliding, bending, telescoping, elongating, realigning, or separating, to note but a few examples in these regards). These teachings will accommodate determining a present suitability of so moving the component, and not moving the component when such movement is not suitable at a time of determining the suitability. Such a determination can precede the movement and/or can occur during the course of the movement as desired. 1. A method of operating a portable communication device , the method comprising:detecting a trigger event;in response to detecting the trigger event, automatically moving at least one component that comprises a part of the portable communication device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein automatically moving at least one component comprises moving the component via articulation.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the articulation comprises at least one of:pivoting;rotating;sliding;bending;telescoping;elongating;realigning; andseparating.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one component comprises a user interface.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining a suitability to automatically move the component.6. The method of further comprising:refraining from moving the component when such movement is not suitable at a time of determining the suitability.7. The method of claim 5 , wherein determining a suitability to automatically move the component comprises using at least one sensor.8. The method of claim 5 , wherein determining suitability occurs prior to ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO RESPONSIVELY CHANGING APPLICATION FUNCTIONALITY OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Detection of a change in physical configuration of a discrete device with respect to an electronic device leads to responsively changing application functionality of the electronic device as a function, at least in part, of information provided by the discrete device. By one approach the detected change can pertain to movement of the discrete device with respect to the electronic device or orientation of a coupling of the discrete device to the electronic device. This information can comprise at least a unique identification code. In such a case these teachings will accommodate using the unique identification code to access a corresponding profile for the discrete device where the profile specifies at least one application to be presently made available using the discrete device. 1. A method comprising:detecting a change in physical configuration of a discrete device with respect to an electronic device;responsively changing application functionality of the electronic device as a function, at least in part, of information provided by the discrete device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting a change in physical configuration of a discrete device comprises detecting movement of the discrete device with respect to the electronic device.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting a change in physical configuration of a discrete device comprises detecting orientation of a coupling of the discrete device to the electronic device.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising:performing a function based on the orientation of the coupling.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting a change in physical configuration of a discrete device comprises claim 1 , at least in part claim 1 , detecting an area of operable coupling between the discrete device and the electronic device.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising:performing a function based on the area of operable coupling.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the discrete device comprises claim 1 , at least in ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO AUTOMATED FUNCTIONALITY BASED UPON DETECTED INTERACTION BETWEEN DEVICES

Detection of a physical interaction between a first device that is logically coupled to a second device, wherein the physical interaction comprises one of a plurality of physical interactions that involve movement of one of the first device and the second device, results in automatically performing a function that corresponds to the physical interaction. The detected physical interaction can comprise one or more of a physical reorientation of the first device, a pivoting movement between the first device and the second device, a sliding movement between the first device and the second device, and a momentary change in physical proximity of the first device with respect to the second device. This activity can also include determining whether the physical interaction occurs within a predetermined period of time, and when the physical interaction does not occur within the predetermined period of time, prohibiting the automatic performing of the function. 1. A method comprising:detecting a physical interaction between a first device that is logically coupled to a second device, wherein the physical interaction comprises one of a plurality of physical interactions that involve movement of one of the first device and the second device;automatically performing a function that corresponds to the physical interaction.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein a characteristic of the movement is utilized claim 1 , at least in part claim 1 , to detect the physical interaction.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the characteristic is at least one of:a direction of movement;an orientation of the first device with respect to the second device;which of the first device and the second device is moved;a type of motion.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the physical interaction comprises claim 1 , at least in part claim 1 , at least one of:a physical reorientation of the first device;a pivoting movement between the first device and the second device;a sliding movement between the first device ...

Method and Apparatus Pertaining to Automated Configuration of a Deployable-Component's Interface

Detection of a deployment position for an electronic device's first moveable component having a first user interface, wherein the first moveable component is selectively deployable between at least a non-deployed position and a fully-deployed position and wherein the first user interface is at least partially hidden from view when in the non-deployed position, prompts configuring that first user interface based, at least in part, on an ergonomic circumstance of deployment of the first moveable component. This ergonomic circumstance can comprise, for example, a request, need, or situation to maintain or increase the user's comfort or to maintain or reduce the user's fatigue while using the electronic device. 1. An electronic device comprising:a first movable component comprising a first user interface, the first movable component being selectively deployable between at least a first non-deployed position and a first fully-deployed position, the first user interface at least partially hidden from view when in the first non-deployed position;a controller operably coupled to the first user interface and arranged to configure the first user interface based, at least in part, on an ergonomic circumstance regarding deployment of the first moveable component.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , further comprising a device user interface that changes when the first moveable component is deployed.3. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the electronic device comprises a portable communication device.4. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the first user interface comprises claim 1 , at least in part claim 1 , a touch-sensitive display.5. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the first moveable component is selectively deployable between the first non-deployed position and the first fully-deployed position claim 1 , at least in part claim 1 , via articulation that comprises at least one of:pivoting;rotating;sliding;bending;telescoping;elongating; andrealigning ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS PERTAINING TO AUTOMATICALLY PERFORMING AN APPLICATION FUNCTION OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE BASED UPON DETECTING A CHANGE IN PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION OF THE DEVICE

An electronic device detects a change in its physical configuration and automatically performs an application function in response to such detection. By one approach this can comprise detecting a change in configuration as regards a native component of the electronic device (such as, for example, whether the component is configured in a deployed position or a non-deployed position). The nature of the performed application function can vary with the application setting. As one example, this activity can comprise moving at least a portion of the application's user interface to the aforementioned component. As another example, this activity can comprise accessing preferences information (by, for example, accessing stored information that maps particular application functions to corresponding physical configurations of the electronic device). 1. A method comprising:detecting a change in physical configuration of an electronic device having at least two physical configurations;in response to the detecting, automatically performing an application function of the electronic device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting the change in physical configuration of the electronic device comprises detecting configuration of at least one component that comprises a native component of the electronic device.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the at least one component is configurable between a non-deployed position and a deployed position.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the at least one component physically moves between the non-deployed position and the deployed position via at least one of:a physical attachment;a pivoting movement;a sliding movement;a telescoping movement;an unfolding movement.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic device comprises a portable communication device.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein automatically performing an application function comprises moving at least a portion of the application's user interface to the component.7. The ...

AUTOMATED DRIVING BASED ON DRIVER FRUSTRATION

Methods, systems, and apparatuses are described for engaging autonomous driving algorithms based on driver frustration levels and vehicle conditions. A frustration level of a driver of a vehicle may be determined using one or more sensors. Based on a determination that the frustration level satisfies a threshold, one or more automated driving algorithms which may be engaged by the vehicle to improve the safety of the driver may be determined. The threshold may be based on a road segment traveled by the vehicle, the user, or similar considerations. Based on a determination that the frustration level satisfies a threshold, engagement of the one or more automated driving algorithms may be caused. 1. A computing device comprising:one or more processors; and determine, using one or more sensors, a frustration level of a driver of a vehicle; and', determine one or more automated driving algorithms which may be engaged by the vehicle to improve the safety of the driver; and', 'cause engagement of the one or more automated driving algorithms., 'based on a determination that the frustration level satisfies a threshold], 'memory storing instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the computing device to2. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the threshold is based on a road segment currently traveled by the vehicle.3. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the threshold is based on an identity of the driver.4. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the instructions claim 1 , when executed by the one or more processors claim 1 , cause the computing device to determine the one or more automated driving algorithms based on the frustration level of the driver of the vehicle.5. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the instructions claim 1 , when executed by the one or more processors claim 1 , cause the computing device to determine that the frustration level satisfies the threshold by:determining, based on the frustration level of the ...

COVER ATTACHMENT FOR LAWNMOWER CUTTER HOUSING

The disclosure provides a lawnmower including a belt cover attached to a cutter housing via one or more interlocking tabs and pockets. The lawnmower may include a cutter mounted to a shaft oriented in a vertical direction. The lawnmower may include a rear axle oriented in a horizontal direction. The lawnmower may include a cutter housing defining a lower opening below the cutter, a belt opening between the shaft and the rear axle, and at least one discharge opening. The lawnmower may include a belt cover including a ring portion at least partially surrounding the shaft above the cutter and a guard portion extending toward the belt opening. The belt cover may include at least one tab that engages a corresponding pocket on the cutter housing adjacent the belt opening. 1. A lawnmower , comprising:a cutter mounted to a shaft oriented in a vertical direction;a rear axle oriented in a horizontal direction;a cutter housing defining a lower opening below the cutter, a belt opening between the shaft and the rear axle, and at least one discharge opening;a belt cover including a ring portion at least partially surrounding the shaft above the cutter and a guard portion extending toward the belt opening, wherein the belt cover includes at least one tab that engages a corresponding pocket on the cutter housing adjacent the belt opening.2. The lawnmower of claim 1 , wherein the engagement between the at least one tab and the corresponding pocket constrains the belt cover in a vertical direction and a horizontal direction.3. The lawnmower of claim 1 , further comprising a belt located between the belt cover and the cutter housing claim 1 , wherein the belt is mounted to the shaft and to a transmission operable to drive the rear axle or a wheel mounted thereto.4. The lawnmower of claim 1 , wherein the ring portion of the belt cover is mounted to the cutter housing via at least one fastener.5. The lawnmower of claim 1 , wherein the cutter housing comprises:a semi-annular top cover ...

Variable mulching assembly for use with a lawnmower

A convertible lawnmower is provided. The lawnmower includes a housing and a mulching system. The housing includes a discharge opening. The mulching system includes a mounting ring and a shutter ring. The mounting ring is coupled substantially concentrically to the housing and includes an upper surface, a lower surface, and a sidewall that extends substantially axially therebetween. The sidewall is formed with a platform track and at least one installation tab. The platform track extends at least partially circumferentially along an inner surface of the sidewall and each installation tab extends axially from the lower surface. The shutter ring is coupled to the mounting ring via the platform track such that the shutter ring is selectively shiftable between a mulching mode and a discharge mode.

Driving Cues and Coaching

A method, medium, and apparatus for educating and reducing risk to inexperienced drivers using vehicles with autonomous navigation systems. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and operating environments may be used to proactively warn the driver about a potential danger detected or predicted by the vehicle. An autonomous vehicle may prevent the driver from operating the vehicle under unfamiliar circumstances or from causing a collision. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and the safety features thereof may be used to mitigate risk of injury or property damage by selectively activating safety features in a new vehicle which the driver has not previously driven. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and safety features thereof may be used to determine a decreased or increased rental rate for a particular vehicle. 1. An autonomous vehicle , comprising:a steering wheel;a brake pedal;an acceleration pedal;a data store storing driver experience parameters;an autonomous control system configured to navigate the autonomous vehicle by controlling a speed and direction of the autonomous vehicle; and determining, by the autonomous vehicle, an identity of a driver of the autonomous vehicle;', 'receiving, by the autonomous vehicle and from the data store, a plurality of driver experience parameters associated with the driver;', 'detecting, by one or more sensors of the autonomous vehicle, a driving condition presenting a risk of personal or property damage; and', 'switching, by the driving mode switching component, from the manual driving mode to the autonomous driving mode based at least in part on the plurality of driver experience parameters and the driving condition., 'a driving mode switching component configured to switch between a manual driving mode, wherein the autonomous vehicle is controlled by the steering wheel, brake pedal, and acceleration pedal, and an autonomous driving mode, wherein the autonomous ...

Generating and Transmitting Parking Instructions for Autonomous and Non-Autonomous Vehicles

Systems and apparatuses for receiving data from a plurality of sensors and using the data, as well as other data, to generate a parking recommendation for a first vehicle are provided. Data may be received from sensors associated with a first vehicle for which a parking recommendation may be generated. Data may also be received from sensors associated with other vehicles and/or from one or more structures or other non-vehicle devices. In some examples, historical parking data may be extracted from a database. The collected and extracted data may be used to generate a parking recommendation for the first vehicle. In some examples, pre-stored user preferences, may be used in generating the parking recommendation as well. The parking recommendation may then be transmitted to a computing device within the first vehicle and may be displayed on the computing device. 1. A parking analysis system comprising:a first plurality of sensors within a first vehicle;a second plurality of sensors within a plurality of structures;a parking database storing historical parking location information;a processing unit comprising a processor; and receive, from the first plurality of sensors within the first vehicle, data related to a location of the first vehicle and environmental conditions surrounding the vehicle;', 'receive, from the second plurality of sensors, data related to a plurality of locations being evaluated for parking the first vehicle and environmental conditions in the plurality of locations;', 'query the parking database to identify historical data associated with the first vehicle and the plurality of locations being evaluated for parking the first vehicle;', 'query the parking database to identify data associated with parking risk for the plurality of locations being evaluated for parking the first vehicle;', 'based on the received data related to the location of the vehicle and conditions surrounding the vehicle, the data related to the plurality of locations being ...

Generating and Transmitting Parking Instructions for Autonomous and Non-Autonomous Vehicles

Systems and apparatuses for receiving data from a plurality of users, the data being associated with a plurality of parking locations, are provided. In some examples, the users may offer one or more parking locations for use by a vehicle in exchange for payment of a fee. The plurality of parking locations may be stored in a parking inventory database and information, such as location or address of the parking location, availability of the location, and the like, may be stored. In some examples, upon a vehicle requesting parking, parking analysis may be initiated and a listing of parking locations may be generated by a parking inventory server. The listing may be generated based on a current location of the vehicle (e.g., the listing may include parking locations within a threshold distance of the current location of the vehicle). The user may then select a parking location and a request for parking may be processed. 1. A parking analysis system , comprising: at least a first processor and', receive a request for parking a first vehicle from a computing device of a user;', 'transmit a request for parking inventory to a parking inventory server;, 'at least a first memory storing computer-executable instructions that, when executed by the at least a first processor, cause the parking analysis server to], 'a parking analysis server including at least a second processor; and', receive, from a plurality of users, data associated with a plurality of parking locations to be stored in a parking location inventory database, the data including global positioning system (GPS) coordinates of each parking location of the plurality of parking locations and availability of each parking location;', 'generate, based on the data associated with the plurality of parking locations stored in the parking location inventory database, a listing of potential parking locations, the listing including a location of each potential parking location;', 'transmit, from the parking inventory server ...

EXPRESSION CONSTRUCT AND PROCESS FOR ENHANCING THE CARBON, NITROGEN, BIOMASS AND YIELD OF PLANTS

The assimilated C and N largely influence plant growth and crop yields. Previous attempts to alter the carbon and nitrogen status of the plants attempted with one or two genes The present invention involves simultaneous co-overexpression of three genes wherein one gene (PEPCase) efficiently capture CO2 whereas the other two encode for enzymes (Asp AT and GS) involved in nitrogen assimilation. The combined effect is the enhancement of carbon and nitrogen status of the plant and the productivity. 1. An expression construct represented by SEQ ID NO. 7 for co-expression of the genes AspAT , GS and PEPCase comprising nucleotide sequences represented by SEQ ID NO: 1 , SEQ ID NO: 2 and SEQ ID NO: 3 , wherein SEQ ID NO: 1 represents AspAT gene , SEQ ID NO: 2 represents GS gene and SEQ ID NO: 3 represents PEPCase gene linked to at least one control sequence and a transcription terminator sequence , useful for enhancing the carbon , nitrogen , biomass and yield of plants as compared to wild type or untransformed plant.2. An expression construct as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the control sequence is represented by SEQ ID NO: 4 and the transcription terminator sequence is represented by SEQ ID NO: 5.3. An expression construct as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the said control sequence is a constitutive promoter selected from the group consisting of CaMV 35S promoter claim 1 , rubisco promoter claim 1 , ubiquitin promoter claim 1 , actin promoter.4. An expression construct as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the terminator used is preferably selected from the group consisting of Nos terminator and CaMV 3′UTR.5. An expression construct as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the polynucleotide having SEQ ID No: 7 is overexpressed in plants.6. A process for preparing the expression construct as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the process comprising the steps of: 'primers represented by SEQ ID NO: 10 and SEQ ID NO: 11, SEQ ID NO: 2 using primers represented by SEQ ID NO: 8 and SEQ ID NO: 9 and SEQ ...

Electrical Data Processing System for Determining a Navigation Route Based on the Location of a Vehicle and Generating a Recommendation for a Vehicle Maneuver

Systems and methods are disclosed for determining a navigation route based on the location of a vehicle and generating a recommendation for a vehicle maneuver. The method may comprise determining, based on sensor data received from a location sensor of a mobile device or a vehicle, a location of the vehicle. A computing device may determine a navigation route for navigating the vehicle from the location to a destination, and the navigation route may comprise a plurality of intersections. The computing device may determine a plurality of potential maneuvers at a first intersection of the plurality of intersections. The computing device may also determine, based on one or more factors, a navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the first intersection. Based on the navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers, the computing device may select a maneuver from the plurality of potential maneuvers to recommend for the vehicle. 1. A method comprising:determining, based on sensor data received from a location sensor of a mobile device or a vehicle, a location of the vehicle;determining, by a computing device, a navigation route for navigating the vehicle from the location to a destination, wherein the navigation route comprises a plurality of intersections;determining, by the computing device, a plurality of potential maneuvers at a first intersection of the plurality of intersections;determining, by the computing device and based on one or more factors, a navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the first intersection; andbased on the navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers, selecting a maneuver from the plurality of potential maneuvers to recommend for the vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the computing device is at a location remote from the location of the vehicle claim 1 , the method further comprising:wireless transmitting, by the computing device, the ...

Fleet Vehicle Feature Activation

A system including a processor and memory may provide for automatically activating or deactivating a feature of a fleet vehicle. For example, one or more fleet vehicles may include one or more of a global-positioning system, a speed governor, electronically-controlled brakes, an electronically-controlled accelerator, a speed limiter, or an on-board computer with a processor and memory. One or more features may be activated by a local or remote computing device or system. For example, a system may determine one or more recommended routes between two or more locations. The system may track a fleet vehicle's progress along a route, and activate a feature of the fleet vehicle based on the fleet vehicle following or not following the recommended route. For example, the system may cause activation of a speed limiter on the fleet vehicle, disable the fleet vehicle, and/or activate or deactivate autonomous features of the fleet vehicle.

Electrical Data Processing System for Monitoring or Affecting Movement of a Vehicle Using a Traffic Device

Systems and methods are disclosed for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device. An event data source may have a processor and/or a transceiver. The event data source may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of an event affecting a portion of road. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the event data source, the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road. The computing device may determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road. Based on the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road, the computing device may send, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, instructions to change one or more characteristics of the one or more traffic devices. 1. A system comprising: a processor;', 'a transceiver; and', 'transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of an event affecting a portion of road; and', 'first memory storing computer-executable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the event data source to], 'an event data source comprising a vehicle and infrastructure control computer;', receive, from the event data source, the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road;', 'determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road; and', 'based on the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road, send, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, instructions to change one or more characteristics of the one or more traffic devices., 'second memory storing computer- ...

Electrical Data Processing System for Determining Status of Traffic Device and Vehicle Movement

Systems and methods are disclosed for determining the status of a traffic device and vehicle movement. A traffic device may have a traffic device computer, one or more traffic signals, and/or a transceiver. The traffic device may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of a status of the one or more traffic signals. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the traffic device, the information indicative of the status of the one or more traffic signals. The computing device may determine that the information indicative of the status of the one or more traffic signals indicates that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from a red light to a green light and a time that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from the red light to the green light. In response to determining that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from the red light to the green light, the computing device may determine an amount of time between the time that the one or more traffic signals of the traffic device switched from the red light to the green light and a time that a vehicle at a location of the traffic device moved. In response to determining that the amount of time exceeds a threshold amount of time, the computing device may determine that a driver of the vehicle is distracted. 1. A system comprising: a traffic device computer;', 'one or more traffic signals;', 'a transceiver; and', 'transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of a status of the one or more traffic signals; and', 'first memory storing computer-executable instructions that, when executed by the traffic device computer, cause the traffic device to], 'a traffic device comprising a vehicle and ...

Generating an Output Based on Processed Sensor Data

Systems, methods, computer-readable media, and apparatuses for evaluating device usage and generating one or more outputs based on the device usage are provided. For instance, data from one or more sensors within a user personal mobile device may be received and processed to determine movement associated with the device. In addition, an amount of usage (e.g., hours, minutes, etc.) associated with the device may be received. In some examples information regarding the device or user of the device may be received. In some examples, application usage and/or types of applications used may also be received. This data may be processed and a likelihood of damage to the device may be determined. Based on this likelihood, one or more outputs may be determined. 1. A device usage and output generating system comprising:a first plurality of sensors within a mobile device;a processing unit comprising a processor; and receive, from the first plurality of sensors, raw movement sensor data related to movement of the mobile device, the raw movement sensor data including electronic signals;', 'evaluate a signature of the electronic signals of the received movement sensor data related to movement of the mobile device;', 'based on the signature of the electronic signals of the received raw movement sensor data, determine a type of activity performed with the mobile device;', 'receive, from a usage monitoring device within the mobile device, data related to usage of the mobile device;', 'analyze each application executing on the mobile device to determine a category of each application;', 'receive, from the usage monitoring device within the mobile device, data related to an amount of time applications of a first category are executing on the mobile device during a predefined time period;', 'query a database to retrieve information related to the mobile device;', 'processing the received raw movement sensor data related to movement of the mobile device, the determined type of activity ...

Data Processing System with Machine Learning Engine to Provide Output Generating Functions

Methods, apparatuses, systems, and computer-readable media for identifying and executing one or more interactive condition evaluation tests and collecting and analyzing user behavior data to generate an output are provided. In some examples, user information may be received and one or more interactive condition evaluation tests may be identified. An instruction may be transmitted to a computing device of a user and executed on the computing device to enable functionality of one or more sensors that may be used in the identified tests. Upon initiating a test, data may be collected from the one or more sensors. The collected sensor data may be transmitted to the system and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. Additionally, user behavior data may be collected and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. The sensor data, the user behavior data, and other data may be used together to generate an output. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a computing device and from a first user computing device associated with a first user, a request for a product;determining, based on the product, at least one collection procedure;identifying a second user computing device associated with the first user and different from the first user computing device;sending, to the second user computing device, a request to perform the at least one collection procedure, wherein the request comprises information corresponding to the at least one collection procedure and instructions to perform the at least one collection procedure;receiving, from the second user computing device, data collected while performing the at least one collection procedure;analyzing the collected data to identify images or communication that is indicative of health or lifestyle of the first user;determining, based on the health and lifestyle of the first user, whether the first user is eligible for a pricing adjustment of at least a component of the product; andoutputting, to a display ...

Event-based Connected Vehicle control and response systems

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed. An example method comprises identifying the occurrence of an event, storing first data corresponding to apparatus operation for a first threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a second threshold amount of time after the event, determining whether a responsive object is involved in or near the event, in response to determining that the responsive object is involved in or near the event, transmitting the first data to the responsive object, and receiving, from the responsive object, second data, analyzing the first data and the second data to determine a party at-fault for the event, aggregating the first data and second data into an event report, and causing, automatically, a response to be initiated through an entity associated with the party at-fault. 1. A system comprising:a first vehicle comprising a first plurality of sensors configured to collect first data associated with the first vehicle and corresponding environmental conditions;a second vehicle comprising a second plurality of sensors configured to collect second data associated with the second vehicle and corresponding environment conditions; and at least one processor; and', receive, from the first vehicle and the second vehicle respectively, the first data and the second data;', 'identify, based on at least one of the first data and the second data, an event involving the first vehicle and the second vehicle;', 'determine, based on analyzing the first data and the second data, which vehicle of the first vehicle or the second vehicle is at-fault in the event;', 'determine damages and associated costs resulting from the event;', 'cause the determined at-fault vehicle to transmit, to the server, a digital certificate configured to authenticate automatic processing of compensation associated with the damages resulting from the event; and', 'based on receiving the ...

Context Based Privacy Risk Footprint and Incident Protection

Methods, computer-readable media, software, systems and apparatuses may receive, from a user device, notification of a user enrolling in a privacy incident protection application, receive, from the user device, user account information associated with one or more user accounts of the user, where the user account information includes a plurality of contextual settings, determine a risk footprint associated with the user based on the user account information, monitor the one or more user accounts, receive an indication of an incident based on monitoring the one or more user accounts and based on the risk footprint, and transmit an incident notification to a data server provider associated with the incident. The incident notification may include instructions to perform a mitigation action associated with the incident. 1. An apparatus comprising:a display;one or more processors; and receive, from a user device, notification of a user enrolling in a privacy incident protection application;', 'receive, from the user device, user account information associated with one or more user accounts of the user, wherein the user account information includes a plurality of contextual settings;', 'determine a risk footprint associated with the user based on the user account information;', 'monitor the one or more user accounts;', 'receive an indication of an incident based on monitoring the one or more user accounts and based on the risk footprint; and', 'transmit an incident notification to a data server provider associated with the incident, wherein the incident notification includes instructions to perform a mitigation action associated with the incident., 'memory storing computer-readable instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the apparatus to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the memory stores additional computer-readable instructions that claim 1 , when executed by the one or more processors claim 1 , further cause the apparatus to:generate a ...

Controlling Autonomous Vehicles to Provide Automated Emergency Response Functions

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions. 1. A computing platform comprising:at least one processor;a communication interface communicatively coupled to the at least one processor; and detect an occurrence of an incident at a first location;', 'select a first autonomous vehicle to respond to the incident at the first location based on autonomous vehicle state information;', 'generate one or more dispatch commands directing the first autonomous vehicle to move to the first location and execute one or more response functions; and', 'send, via the communication interface, to a first on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the first autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the first autonomous vehicle to move to the first location and execute the one or more response functions,, 'memory storing computer-readable instructions that, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the computing platform towherein sending the one or more dispatch commands to the first on-board autonomous vehicle control ...

Controlling Autonomous Vehicles to Provide Automated Emergency Response Functions

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions. 1. A computing platform comprising:at least one processor;a communication interface communicatively coupled to the at least one processor; and receive, via the communication interface, vehicle data associated with a first vehicle from a first on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the first vehicle;', 'detect an occurrence of an emergency at a first location based on the vehicle data associated with the first vehicle received from the first on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the first vehicle;', 'select a first autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the first location based on autonomous vehicle state information;', 'generate one or more dispatch commands directing the first autonomous vehicle to move to the first location and execute one or more emergency response functions; and', 'send, via the communication interface, to a first on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the first autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing ...

ELECTRICAL DATA PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR MONITORING OR AFFECTING MOVEMENT OF A VEHICLE USING A TRAFFIC DEVICE

Systems and methods are disclosed for monitoring or affecting movement of a vehicle using a traffic device. An event data source may have a processor and/or a transceiver. The event data source may transmit, via the transceiver and to a vehicle and infrastructure computing device, information indicative of an event affecting a portion of road. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may comprise a vehicle and infrastructure control computer. The vehicle and infrastructure computing device may receive, from the event data source, the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road. The computing device may determine one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road and configured to control traffic for the portion of road. Based on the information indicative of the event affecting the portion of road, the computing device may send, to the one or more traffic devices associated with the portion of road, instructions to change one or more characteristics of the one or more traffic devices. 1. A system comprising 'send, via a transceiver and to a second computing device, data indicative of one or more traffic conditions associated with an intersection of one or more roads; and', 'a first computing device configured to receive, from the first computing device, the data indicative of one or more traffic conditions associated with the intersection;', 'calculate, based on the data, a risk score for the intersection;', 'determine, based on the risk score, a modified operating condition;', 'determine one or more vehicles within a predetermined distance of the intersection; and', 'transmit, to one or more computing device associated with the one or more vehicles, data associated with the modified operating condition., 'a second computing device configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a first computing device of the one or more computing devices is:a mobile device associated with a driver of a first vehicle of the one or more ...

Resource Allocation and Risk Modeling for Geographically Distributed Assets

A risk exposure model is developed for network or moveable assets not specific to a single, fixed address or location. An asset map using a plurality of geographic representation points is used to identify the physical locations of the asset portions (or possible physical locations in the case of a moveable asset). Baseline geographic, geologic, political, and demographic data is similarly represented using geographic representation points. Meta-data associated with each geographic representation point is used to identify details related to the asset or baseline feature at that geographic location. Risk exposure values are then calculated using the geographic representation points specific to the asset portions that are subject to risks associated with the location of the asset portion.

CONTROLLING AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES TO OPTIMIZE TRAFFIC CHARACTERISTICS

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics. A computing platform may receive vehicle guidance data from autonomous vehicle control systems of vehicles. Subsequently, the computing platform may identify a number of the vehicles currently operating in an autonomous mode based on the vehicle guidance data. Thereafter, the computing platform may identify a target number of the vehicles to be operated in an autonomous mode in order to optimize traffic characteristics. Then, the computing platform may generate messages directing selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to achieve the target number. Subsequently, the computing platform may send the messages directing the selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to receive incentives. Thereafter, the computing platform may award the incentives to the selected vehicles that switch into the autonomous mode as directed by the messages. 1. A method comprising:determining, by a computing device, an evaluation group of vehicles for which to optimize one or more traffic characteristics;determining vehicles, of the evaluation group, currently operating in an autonomous mode;determining a target number of vehicles, of the evaluation group, for operating in the autonomous mode to optimize the one or more traffic characteristics;based on the target number of vehicles, selecting one or more vehicles, of the vehicles currently operating in the autonomous mode, to switch from the autonomous mode to a non-autonomous mode; andcausing at least one vehicle of the selected one or more vehicles to switch from the autonomous mode to the non-autonomous mode.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the selected one or more vehicles are associated with highest driver safety scores among the evaluation group.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the selecting the one or more vehicles is based on one or more of:driver information associated with the one or more ...

CONTROLLING AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES TO OPTIMIZE TRAFFIC CHARACTERISTICS

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics. A computing platform may receive vehicle guidance data from autonomous vehicle control systems of vehicles. Subsequently, the computing platform may identify a number of the vehicles currently operating in an autonomous mode based on the vehicle guidance data. Thereafter, the computing platform may identify a target number of the vehicles to be operated in an autonomous mode in order to optimize traffic characteristics. Then, the computing platform may generate messages directing selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to achieve the target number. Subsequently, the computing platform may send the messages directing the selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to receive incentives. Thereafter, the computing platform may award the incentives to the selected vehicles that switch into the autonomous mode as directed by the messages. 1. A method comprising: receiving, by the at least one processor, via the communication interface, vehicle guidance data from a plurality of vehicles having an autonomous mode;', 'identifying, by the at least one processor, based on the vehicle guidance data, an actual number of vehicles currently operating in the autonomous mode;', 'identifying, by the at least one processor, a target number of vehicles currently operating in a non-autonomous mode to switch to the autonomous mode;', 'in response to identifying the target number, generating, by the at least one processor, a first message instructing a first vehicle of the plurality of vehicles to present a first incentive to switch to the autonomous mode; and', 'sending, by the at least one processor, via the communication interface, the first message instructing the first vehicle to present the first incentive to switch to the autonomous mode., 'at an autonomous vehicle management computing platform comprising at least one processor, memory, and a ...

Multi-Computer Processing System for Dynamically Executing Response Actions Based on Movement Data

Methods, computer-readable media, systems, and/or apparatuses for evaluating movement data to identify a user as a driver or non-driver passenger are provided. In some examples, movement data may be received from a mobile device of a user. The movement data may include sensor data including location data, such as global positioning system (GPS) data, accelerometer and/or gyroscope data, and the like. Additional data may be retrieved from one or more other sources. For instance, additional data such as usage of applications on the mobile device, public transportation schedules and routes, image data, vehicle operation data, and the like, may be received and analyzed with the movement data to determine whether the user of the mobile device was a driver or non-driver passenger of the vehicle. Based on the determination, the data may be deleted in some examples or may be further processed to generate one or more outputs. 1. A computing platform , comprising:a processing unit comprising a processor; and receive, from at least an accelerometer associated with a mobile device, sensor data associated with movement of the mobile device during a first time period;', 'identify a number of other devices available to be paired with the mobile device;', 'analyze the received sensor data and the identified number of other devices available to be paired with the mobile device to determine whether the movement of the mobile device corresponds to a user of the mobile device being a driver of a vehicle during the first time period or the user of the mobile device being a non-driver passenger of the vehicle during the first time period;', 'responsive to determining that the movement of the mobile device corresponds to the user being a driver of the vehicle during the first time period, analyze the received sensor data to evaluate driving behaviors of the user associated with operation of the vehicle and generate a first output, including a first offer for a product or service, ...

Driving Cues and Coaching

A method, medium, and apparatus for educating and reducing risk to inexperienced drivers using vehicles with autonomous navigation systems. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and operating environments may be used to proactively warn the driver about a potential danger detected or predicted by the vehicle. An autonomous vehicle may prevent the driver from operating the vehicle under unfamiliar circumstances or from causing a collision. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and the safety features thereof may be used to mitigate risk of injury or property damage by selectively activating safety features in a new vehicle which the driver has not previously driven. Data regarding a driver's past experience with vehicles and safety features thereof may be used to determine a decreased or increased rental rate for a particular vehicle. 1. An autonomous vehicle , comprising:a steering wheel;a brake pedal;an acceleration pedal;a computer memory storing driver experience parameters;a processor programmed to navigate the autonomous vehicle by controlling a speed and direction of the autonomous vehicle; and determining, by the autonomous vehicle, an identity of a driver of the autonomous vehicle;', 'receiving, by the autonomous vehicle and from the computer memory, a plurality of driver experience parameters associated with the driver;', 'detecting, by one or more sensors of the autonomous vehicle, a driving condition presenting a risk of personal or property damage, wherein the driving condition comprises an increased risk represented by an inattentiveness of the driver to a current state of a surrounding of the autonomous vehicle; and', 'switching from a manual driving mode, in which the autonomous vehicle is controlled by the steering wheel, the brake pedal, and the acceleration pedal, to an autonomous driving mode based at least in part on the plurality of driver experience parameters and the driving condition., 'a non-transitory ...

OPTICAL STACK DEPOSITION AND ON-BOARD METROLOGY

A method and apparatus for forming an optical stack having uniform and accurate layers is provided. A processing tool used to form the optical stack comprises, within an enclosed environment, a first transfer chamber, an on-board metrology unit, and a second transfer chamber. A first plurality of processing chambers is coupled to the first transfer chamber or the second transfer chamber. The on-board metrology unit is disposed between the first transfer chamber and the second transfer chamber. The on-board metrology unit is configured to measure one or more optical properties of the individual layers of the optical stack without exposing the layers to an ambient environment. 1. A processing tool , comprising:a first transfer chamber;a second transfer chamber coupled to the first transfer chamber, wherein one or more processing chambers are coupled to the first transfer chamber or the second transfer chamber; andan on-board metrology unit disposed between the first transfer chamber and the second transfer chamber, wherein the first transfer chamber, the second transfer chamber, and the on-board metrology unit are disposed in an enclosed environment.2. The processing tool of claim 1 , wherein the on-board metrology unit comprises a reflectometer.3. The processing tool of claim 1 , wherein the on-board metrology unit comprises an ellipsometer.4. The processing tool of claim 1 , wherein the on-board metrology unit is configured to measure one or more optical properties of one or more of layers of an optical stack.5. The processing tool of claim 4 , wherein the one or more optical properties are selected from the group consisting of thickness claim 4 , optical reflectance spectrum claim 4 , optical transmittance spectrum claim 4 , optical absorption spectrum claim 4 , refractive index claim 4 , distinction coefficient claim 4 , composition claim 4 , wafer bow claim 4 , and stress.6. The processing tool of claim 1 , wherein at least one processing chamber of the first one ...

CASEIN GLYCOMACROPEPTIDE (CGMP) OLIGOMERS

A method for making a new food, feed or pharmaceutical product comprising addition of a composition comprising cross-linked, via intermolecular covalent isopeptide bonds, casein glycomacropeptide (CGMP) oligomers (CGMP oligomers) to the product. 1. A method for making a food , feed or pharmaceutical product , comprising:adding a composition comprising cross-linked, via intermolecular covalent isopeptide bonds, casein glycomacropeptide (CGMP) oligomers (CGMP oligomers) to a food, feed or pharmaceutical product, wherein the CGMP oligomers are comprised of CGMP monomers comprising amino acid residues 106-169 of κ-casein, and wherein the product comprises, after addition of the composition, at least 1 mg of CGMP oligomers per kg of the product.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the product is a food product and wherein the food product is a dairy product.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the dairy product is yogurt claim 2 , quark claim 2 , cheese claim 2 , pizza cheese claim 2 , drinking yoghurt claim 2 , cheese spreads claim 2 , skyr or soured whole milk.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the product comprises claim 1 , after addition of the composition claim 1 , at least 10 mg of CGMP oligomers per kg of the product.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprising CGMP oligomers is obtained by a process comprising adding Transglutaminase (TGase) to a whey composition under conditions wherein monomeric CGMP of the whey composition are cross-linked claim 1 , to thereby obtain CGMP oligomers.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprising CGMP oligomers comprises at least 20% of CGMP oligomers (w/w of total protein content of the composition) claim 1 , comprises from 0.01 mg to 0.99 mg of CGMP oligomers per mg of the composition claim 1 , and has a ratio of CGMP oligomers to para-κ-casein+κ-casein (w/w) higher than 2.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the average degree of CGMP oligomer polymerization (DP) in the composition comprising CGMP ...

ELECTRICAL DATA PROCESSING SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING A NAVIGATION ROUTE BASED ON THE LOCATION OF A VEHICLE AND GENERATING A RECOMMENDATION FOR A VEHICLE MANEUVER

Systems and methods are disclosed for determining a navigation route based on the location of a vehicle and generating a recommendation for a vehicle maneuver. The method may comprise determining, based on sensor data received from a location sensor of a mobile device or a vehicle, a location of the vehicle. A computing device may determine a navigation route for navigating the vehicle from the location to a destination, and the navigation route may comprise a plurality of intersections. The computing device may determine a plurality of potential maneuvers at a first intersection of the plurality of intersections. The computing device may also determine, based on one or more factors, a navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the first intersection. Based on the navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers, the computing device may select a maneuver from the plurality of potential maneuvers to recommend for the vehicle. 1. A method comprising:determining, by a computing device, a plurality of potential maneuvers at an intersection of a navigation route associated with a vehicle;determining, by the computing device and based on a level of autonomy of the vehicle, a navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the intersection;selecting, based on the navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the intersection, a maneuver; andsending, via one or more wireless communications and to the vehicle, the maneuver.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:sending, to the vehicle, an instruction to modify one or more operating conditions of the vehicle.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the navigation score is based on a segment of a road associated with each maneuver of the plurality of potential maneuvers.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle has a plurality of autonomous features activated claim 1 , the method further comprising:receiving, by the computing device ...

Automated driving based on driver frustration

Methods, systems, and apparatuses are described for engaging autonomous driving algorithms based on driver frustration levels and vehicle conditions. A frustration level of a driver of a vehicle may be determined using one or more sensors. Based on a determination that the frustration level satisfies a threshold, one or more automated driving algorithms which may be engaged by the vehicle to improve the safety of the driver may be determined. The threshold may be based on a road segment traveled by the vehicle, the user, or similar considerations. Based on a determination that the frustration level satisfies a threshold, engagement of the one or more automated driving algorithms may be caused.

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed. An example method comprises identifying the occurrence of an event, storing first data corresponding to apparatus operation for a first threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a second threshold amount of time after the event, determining whether a responsive object is involved in or near the event, in response to determining that the responsive object is involved in or near the event, transmitting the first data to the responsive object, and receiving, from the responsive object, second data, analyzing the first data and the second data to determine a party at-fault for the event, aggregating the first data and second data into an event report, and causing, automatically, a response to be initiated through an entity associated with the party at-fault.

Wireless communication system incorporating multicast addressing and method for use

A wireless communication system 200 comprises a connectionless packet network 201 coupled to a plurality of sites 203-208 that are in wireless communication with a plurality of subscriber units 210-217 logically arranged into a plurality of talk groups having corresponding talk group identifications. In one embodiment, each site maintains mappings 220-225 of at least one multicast address to at least one talk group identification. In another embodiment, individual subscriber units maintain such mappings 320. When a subscriber unit affiliates with a given site and talk group (501, 601), the site identifies a multicast address corresponding to the talk group. Based on the multicast address, the site can participate in traffic targeted for the multicast address and, consequently, for the talk group. In this manner, mobility Processing is decentralized, system calability is improved and call setup delays are minimized.

Use of ip-multicast technology for 2-party calls in mobile communication networks

Upon a first communication unit (213) initiating a call request for a 2-party call with a second communication unit (215), a call server (235) identifies respective multicast IP addresses (MC1, MC2) associated with the source and target. If the first communication unit (213), or associated site (205) desires to send payload to the second communication unit (215), it addresses the payload to the multicast IP address (MC2) of the second communication unit, and the second communication unit (215), or associated site (206) joins the multicast address (MC2) to receive the payload. Conversely, if the second communication unit (215), or associated site (206) desires to send payload to the first communication unit (213), it addresses the payload to the multicast IP address (MC1) of the first communication unit, and the first communication unit (213), or associated site (205) joins the multicast address (MC1) to receive the payload.

Multi-computer processing system for dynamically executing response actions based on movement data

Methods, computer-readable media, systems, and/or apparatuses for evaluating movement data to identify a user as a driver or non-driver passenger are provided. In some examples, movement data may be received from a mobile device of a user. The movement data may include sensor data including location data, such as global positioning system (GPS) data, accelerometer and/or gyroscope data, and the like. Additional data may be retrieved from one or more other sources. For instance, additional data such as usage of applications on the mobile device, public transportation schedules and routes, image data, vehicle operation data, and the like, may be received and analyzed with the movement data to determine whether the user of the mobile device was a driver or non-driver passenger of the vehicle. Based on the determination, the data may be deleted in some examples or may be further processed to generate one or more outputs.

Expression construct and process for enhancing the carbon, nitrogen, biomass and yield of plants

The assimilated C and N largely influence plant growth and crop yields. Previous attempts to alter the carbon and nitrogen status of the plants attempted with one or two genes The present invention involves simultaneous co-overexpression of three genes wherein one gene (PEPCase) efficiently capture CO2 whereas the other two encode for enzymes (Asp AT and GS) involved in nitrogen assimilation. The combined effect is the enhancement of carbon and nitrogen status of the plant and the productivity.

Controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions

System and methods for distributed connection and mobility processing in a multicast IP network incorporating multi-cell location areas

A wireless communication system 200 comprises a connectionless packet network 201 coupled to a plurality of sites 203 - 208 that are in location areas 260, 261 . The sites join respective location area multicast addresses to receive messages from other sites in their location area. Communication units desiring to participate in talkgroup calls need only to register affiliation with a first site of the location area. Upon the first site receiving an affiliation message, it joins a payload multicast group address to receive payload for the talkgroup. In alternative embodiments, the first site sends, via the location area multicast address, either control message(s) or tunneled payload associated with the talkgroup call to secondary site(s) of the location area. The sites initiate paging sequences to determine whether communication units at their sites desire to participate in the call and, based on the responses, the sites may deliver stored payload and/or join the payload multicast group address to receive payload for the call. In this manner, a centralized entity such as a VLR is not needed to keep track of communication units in the location area.

Process for the preparation of pure levetiracetam

The invention relates to processes for the preparation of pure levetiracetam. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions that include the pure levetiracetam.

Optical stack deposition and on-board metrology

A method and apparatus for forming an optical stack having uniform and accurate layers is provided. A processing tool used to form the optical stack comprises, within an enclosed environment, a first transfer chamber, an on-board metrology unit, and a second transfer chamber. A first plurality of processing chambers is coupled to the first transfer chamber or the second transfer chamber. The on-board metrology unit is disposed between the first transfer chamber and the second transfer chamber. The on-board metrology unit is configured to measure one or more optical properties of the individual layers of the optical stack without exposing the layers to an ambient environment.

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed. An example method comprises identifying the occurrence of an event, storing first data corresponding to apparatus operation for a first threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a second threshold amount of time after the event, determining whether a responsive object is involved in or near the event, in response to determining that the responsive object is involved in or near the event, transmitting the first data to the responsive object, and receiving, from the responsive object, second data, analyzing the first data and the second data to determine a party at-fault for the event, aggregating the first data and second data into an event report, and causing, automatically, a response to be initiated through an entity associated with the party at-fault.

An expression construct and process for enhancing the carbon, nitrogen, biomass and yield of plants

The assimilated C and N largely influence plant growth and crop yields. Previous attempts to alter the carbon and nitrogen status of the plants attempted with one or two genes The present invention involves simultaneous co-overexpression of three genes wherein one gene (PEPCase) efficiently capture CO2 whereas the other two encode for enzymes (Asp AT and GS) involved in nitrogen assimilation. The combined effect is the enhancement of carbon and nitrogen status of the plant and the productivity.

Method of dynamic management of a virtual local area network (VLAN) in a wireless ad hoc network

In a wireless ad hoc network comprising a plurality of nodes ( 102 ), when a method of the present invention determines that a source node and a destination node belong to a common virtual local area network (VLAN), information is routed to the destination node using only nodes that belong to the common VLAN. If a path is not available to route the information between the source node and the destination node using only nodes that belong to the common VLAN, a default VLAN is used to route the information at least partially through the ad hoc network. If, however, the method of the present invention determines that the source node belongs to a first VLAN and the destination node belongs to a second VLAN, the source node or an intermediate node registers with the second VLAN and continues routing the information using nodes that belong to the second VLAN.

Electrical data processing system for determining a navigation route based on the location of a vehicle and generating a recommendation for a vehicle maneuver

Systems and methods are disclosed for determining a navigation route based on the location of a vehicle and generating a recommendation for a vehicle maneuver. The method may comprise determining, based on sensor data received from a location sensor of a mobile device or a vehicle, a location of the vehicle. A computing device may determine a navigation route for navigating the vehicle from the location to a destination, and the navigation route may comprise a plurality of intersections. The computing device may determine a plurality of potential maneuvers at a first intersection of the plurality of intersections. The computing device may also determine, based on one or more factors, a navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the first intersection. Based on the navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers, the computing device may select a maneuver from the plurality of potential maneuvers to recommend for the vehicle.

Emergency incident detection, response, and mitigation using autonomous drones

A system may be configured to detect an emergency condition at a premises; dispatch one or more autonomous drones to a location associated with the emergency condition; receive from the one or more autonomous drones, sensor data associated with the emergency condition; generate, based on the sensor data, a plan identifying an evacuation route for safely evacuating the premises; and transmit an instruction that causes the one or more autonomous drones to indicate, to one or more persons in a vicinity of the emergency condition, the evacuation route. The system may further detect, based on the sensor data, one or more safe areas in the premises, and the evacuation route may pass through at least one of the one or more safe areas.

Generating an output based on processed sensor data

Systems, methods, computer-readable media, and apparatuses for evaluating device usage and generating one or more outputs based on the device usage are provided. For instance, data from one or more sensors within a user personal mobile device may be received and processed to determine movement associated with the device. In addition, an amount of usage ( e.g. , hours, minutes, etc.) associated with the device may be received. In some examples information regarding the device or user of the device may be received. In some examples, application usage and/or types of applications used may also be received. This data may be processed and a likelihood of damage to the device may be determined. Based on this likelihood, one or more outputs may be determined.

System and methods for distributed connection and mobility processing in a multicast ip network incorporating multi-cell location areas

The sites join respective location area multicast addresses to receive messages from other sites in their location area. Communication units desiring to participate in talkgroup calls need only to register affiliation with a first site of the location area. Upon the first site receiving an affiliation message, it joins a payload multicast group address to receive payload for the talkgroup. In alternative embodiments, the first site sends, via the location area multicast address, either control message(s) or tunneled payload associated with the talkgroup call to secondary site(s) of the location area. The sites initiate paging sequences to determine whether communication units at their sites desire to participate in the call and, based on the responses, the sites may deliver stored payload and/or join the payload multicast group address to receive payload for the call.

System, method and apparatus for authentication of nodes in an Ad Hoc network

A method and apparatus are provided for authenticating a first node M 220 M in an ad hoc network 200. Node I 220 I can receive a request from node M 220 M to join the ad hoc network 200. This request includes, among other things, a biometric input associated with a first user of the node M 220 M. Before the node M 220 M is permitted to join the ad-hoc network, Node I 220 I can authenticate the first user based on the biometric input by determining whether the biometric input matches biometric codes stored in Node I 220 I.

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Optical stack deposition and on-board metrology

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems

Event-based connected vehicle control and response systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed. An example method comprises identifying the occurrence of an event, storing first data corresponding to apparatus operation for a first threshold amount of time prior to the event, during the occurrence of the event, and for a second threshold amount of time after the event, determining whether a responsive object is involved in or near the event, in response to determining that the responsive object is involved in or near the event, transmitting the first data to the responsive object, and receiving, from the responsive object, second data, analyzing the first data and the second data to determine a party at-fault for the event, aggregating the first data and second data into an event report, and causing, automatically, a response to be initiated through an entity associated with the party at-fault.

Composition for clotting milk, methods and uses thereof

This invention describes a composition for clotting milk wherein the composition contributes simultaneously to the increase of yield of cheese curd and to the maintenance of adequate proteolysis values which are responsible for the proper development of texture and flavor in specific types of cheese.

Automated driving based on driver frustration

Methods, systems, and apparatuses are described for engaging autonomous driving algorithms based on driver frustration levels and vehicle conditions. A frustration level of a driver of a vehicle may be determined using one or more sensors. Based on a determination that the frustration level satisfies a threshold, one or more automated driving algorithms which may be engaged by the vehicle to improve the safety of the driver may be determined. The threshold may be based on a road segment traveled by the vehicle, the user, or similar considerations. Based on a determination that the frustration level satisfies a threshold, engagement of the one or more automated driving algorithms may be caused.

Data processing system with machine learning engine to provide output generating functions

Methods and apparatuses for identifying and executing one or more interactive condition evaluation tests and collecting and analyzing user behavior data to generate an output are provided. In some examples, user information may be received and one or more interactive condition evaluation tests may be identified. An instruction may be transmitted to a computing device of a user and executed on the computing device to enable functionality of one or more sensors that may be used in the identified tests. Upon initiating a test, data may be collected from the one or more sensors. The collected sensor data may be transmitted to the system and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. Additionally, user behavior data may be collected and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. The sensor data, the user behavior data, and other data may be used together to generate an output.

Electronic device and method of controlling same

A method includes detecting a gesture associated with an edge of a display, determining an element associated with the edge, and opening the element.

Data processing system with machine learning engine to provide output generating functions

Methods, apparatuses, systems, and computer-readable media for identifying and executing one or more interactive condition evaluation tests and collecting and analyzing user behavior data to generate an output are provided. In some examples, user information may be received and one or more interactive condition evaluation tests may be identified. An instruction may be transmitted to a computing device of a user and executed on the computing device to enable functionality of one or more sensors that may be used in the identified tests. Upon initiating a test, data may be collected from the one or more sensors. The collected sensor data may be transmitted to the system and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. Additionally, user behavior data may be collected and processed using one or more machine learning datasets. The sensor data, the user behavior data, and other data may be used together to generate an output.

Improvements in or relating to counter circuits

Method and apparatus pertaining to responsively changing application functionality of an electronic device

Detection of a change in physical configuration of a discrete device with respect to an electronic device leads to responsively changing application functionality of the electronic device as a function, at least in part, of information provided by the discrete device. By one approach the detected change can pertain to movement of the discrete device with respect to the electronic device or orientation of a coupling of the discrete device to the electronic device. This information can comprise at least a unique identification code. In such a case these teachings will accommodate using the unique identification code to access a corresponding profile for the discrete device where the profile specifies at least one application to be presently made available using the discrete device.

Selecting a leader node for an ad hoc network based on services

Techniques are provided for forming networks based on services offered or provided by particular leader nodes. Client nodes in the network can select a particular leader node based on a desired service offered or provided by the particular leader node. The client nodes can become a part of a different structured network such that the client nodes can have access to a desired service provided, either directly or indirectly, by the particular leader node.

Charging system for a communication system

A communication system comprises network elements ( 103, 105, 107, 109 ) and user equipments ( 101 ), at least some of which comprise a charging proxy ( 205 ). The system further comprises a charging server ( 111 ) which includes a topic controller ( 305 ) for initializing charging topics where each charging topic is associable with charging data. The charging server ( 111 ) furthermore comprises functionality for registering proxies as subscribing proxies or publishing proxies (or both) for the different charging topics. A receiver ( 301, 311 ) receives charging data messages from charging proxies and validates a first set of charging data belonging to a first charging topic in response to a first set of charging proxies registered as publishing proxies for the first charging topic. A charging data transmitter ( 313 ) transmits the first set of charging data to a second set of charging proxies registered as subscribing proxies for the first charging topic.

Early notification of non-autonomous area

The disclosure provides an early notification system to alert a driver of an approaching unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone so that a driver may switch vehicle to a non-autonomous driving mode and navigate safely through the identified location. In response, to a determination of an upcoming unsafe autonomous or semi-autonomous driving zone, the driver or system may take appropriate actions in response to the early notification.

Multi-computer processing system for dynamically executing response actions based on movement data

Methods, computer-readable media, systems, and/or apparatuses for evaluating movement data to identify a user as a driver or non-driver passenger are provided. In some examples, movement data may be received from a mobile device of a user. The movement data may include sensor data including location data, such as global positioning system (GPS) data, accelerometer and/or gyroscope data, and the like. Additional data may be retrieved from one or more other sources. For instance, additional data such as usage of applications on the mobile device, public transportation schedules and routes, image data, vehicle operation data, and the like, may be received and analyzed with the movement data to determine whether the user of the mobile device was a driver or non-driver passenger of the vehicle. Based on the determination, the data may be deleted in some examples or may be further processed to generate one or more outputs.

Casein glycomacropeptide (cgmp) oligomers

A method for making a new food, feed or pharmaceutical product comprising addition of a composition comprising cross-linked, via intermolecular covalent isopeptide bonds, casein glycomacropeptide (CGMP) oligomers (CGMP oligomers) to the product.

Controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics. A computing platform may receive vehicle guidance data from autonomous vehicle control systems of vehicles. Subsequently, the computing platform may identify a number of the vehicles currently operating in an autonomous mode based on the vehicle guidance data. Thereafter, the computing platform may identify a target number of the vehicles to be operated in an autonomous mode in order to optimize traffic characteristics. Then, the computing platform may generate messages directing selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to achieve the target number. Subsequently, the computing platform may send the messages directing the selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to receive incentives. Thereafter, the computing platform may award the incentives to the selected vehicles that switch into the autonomous mode as directed by the messages.

Patent IN201611011512A

System and methods for distributed connection and mobility processing in a multicast ip network incorporating multi-cell location areas

The sites join respective location area multicast addresses to receive messages from other sites in their location area. Communication units desiring to participate in talkgroup calls need only to register affiliation with a first site of the location area. Upon the first site receiving an affiliation message, it joins a payload multicast group address to receive payload for the talkgroup. In alternative embodiments, the first site sends, via the location area multicast address, either control message(s) or tunneled payload associated with the talkgroup call to secondary site(s) of the location area. The sites initiate paging sequences to determine whether communication units at their sites desire to participate in the call and, based on the responses, the sites may deliver stored payload and/or join the payload multicast group address to receive payload for the call.

Method and apparatus for automated infrastructure ad hoc mode and autonomous ad hoc mode selection

Techniques are provided which can allow a host to determine whether to send a DNS request via a distributed Domain Name Service (DNS) protocol or a regular DNS protocol.

Fleet vehicle feature activation

Drahtloses nachrichtenübertragungssystem mit mehrfach-adressierung und verfahren zur verwendung

Controlling Autonomous Vehicles to Provide Automated Emergency Response Functions

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to provide automated emergency response functions. A computing platform may receive vehicle data associated with a vehicle from an on-board vehicle monitoring system associated with the vehicle. Subsequently, the computing platform may detect an occurrence of an emergency at a location. Thereafter, the computing platform may select an autonomous vehicle to respond to the emergency at the location based on autonomous vehicle state information. Then, the computing platform may generate one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute one or more emergency response functions. Subsequently, the computing platform may send, to an on-board autonomous vehicle control system associated with the autonomous vehicle, the one or more dispatch commands directing the autonomous vehicle to move to the location and execute the one or more emergency response functions.

Formulations of microencapsulated microbial culture with high storage stability

The present invention relates to microencapsulated microbial cultures with high storage stability and methods for producing these. In particular, the present invention relates to microbial cultures formulated at high ratios of encapsulation matrix material to core material.

Controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics

Aspects of the disclosure relate to controlling autonomous vehicles to optimize traffic characteristics. A computing platform may receive vehicle guidance data from autonomous vehicle control systems of vehicles. Subsequently, the computing platform may identify a number of the vehicles currently operating in an autonomous mode based on the vehicle guidance data. Thereafter, the computing platform may identify a target number of the vehicles to be operated in an autonomous mode in order to optimize traffic characteristics. Then, the computing platform may generate messages directing selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to achieve the target number. Subsequently, the computing platform may send the messages directing the selected vehicles to switch into autonomous mode in order to receive incentives. Thereafter, the computing platform may award the incentives to the selected vehicles that switch into the autonomous mode as directed by the messages.

Microencapsulation of microbial culture using octenyl succinic anhydride starch-chitosan complex coacervate

The present invention relates to microencapsulated microbial cultures with high storage stability and methods for producing these. In particular, the present invention relates to microbial cultures formulated in complex coacervates comprising octenyl succinic anhydride (OSA) starch and chitosan, products comprising such formulations.