System and method based on sliding-scale cluster groups for precise look-alike modeling

A graphical user interface showing relevant sliding scale cluster groups having a processor generating a ranking of Top N1 features of the seed dataset in order of frequency of their occurrence. The processor generates another ranking of Top N2 features of the seed dataset in order of frequency of their occurrence in correlation with their equivalent percentage in total dataset. The Top M co-related features is identified for each of the Top N (N1+N2) features that are present for the seed dataset. The processor, for each one in M×N set, generates a sliding scale cluster via permutation of Top M features. The processor sorts each permutation based on closest occurrence match. The Seed Group Meta Bitmap Index is generated for the seed audience segment. For each cluster, the processor calculates the available amplification count from the Total Audience Bitmap Index, until the desired amplification is achieved.

Value Index Score

Embodiments of the invention provide a technical solution by generating a value index score based on aggregation of a value from a combination of features as a unit. In one embodiment, instead of generating a value index score based on a collection of features with each feature being a discrete parameter, aspects of the invention generate the value index score while accounting for weights of a combination of features as a unit. Furthermore, embodiments of the invention generate a weight value for each feature and that the weight, not only will it be a factor in the calculation, but also be modifiable in response to other factors of the features.

Guide device and plate inserter

A guide device for use in securing a spinal fixation plate to a spine is provided. In a preferred embodiment, the guide device generally includes a support member having first and second arms mated thereto. Each arm includes a proximal end and a distal end having at least one guide member coupled thereto and defining a pathway for receiving a tool. One or both arms can be slidably movable along the support member to allow the distance between the arms to be adjusted. In use, the arms can be adjusted to couple to a spinal fixation plate and to position the guide member on each arm in alignment with the fixation plate. The guide device can then be used to drill, awl, tap, and insert implants, such as spinal screws, into the vertebral bodies to attach the fixation plate thereto.

OUT-OF-HOME CAMPAIGN INTELLIGENCE

Embodiments of the invention overcome the shortcomings of prior art by transforming the understanding of how different creative placements and location helps drive sales and other KPIs to a computerized methodology that may allow advertising planners and buyers to generate plans that meet these expectations on effectiveness of their advertising campaign. Aspects of the invention fusing the “probability of exposure” estimates with segment level data to provide layers of intelligence in determining the probability estimates for sales conversion or other KPIs. Moreover, aspects of the invention may predict based on various models the reach and frequency relationship tradeoff for different impression levels. 1. A computerized system for providing a recommendation for an out-of-home campaign placement , said system comprising:a data store for storing data relating to one or more of the following: a probability of exposure estimates of a physical display space, a value representing a total audience population of the campaign, a value representing placement availabilities for the physical display space; and a pricing per placement of the physical display space;a processor, being connected via a network to the data store, configured to execute computer-executable instructions forreceiving a request from a user via a graphical user interface (GUI), said GUI having a menu bar area and a map section, said menu bar area furthering including a search bar for receiving the request;generating the recommendation based a model:{'sub': 'p', 'I=Impressions per placement (targeted),'}{'sub': 'p', 'S=Spend per placement,'}Bg=Total Budget,{'sub': 'p', 'claim-text': {'maths': {'@id': 'MATH-US-00004', '@num': '00004', 'math': {'@overflow': 'scroll', 'mrow': {'mrow': [{'mi': 'maximize', 'mo': '\ue89e', 'mrow': {'mo': (', '), 'mrow': {'munderover': {'mo': '∑', 'mrow': [{'mi': 'p', 'mo': '=', 'mn': '1'}, {'mi': p', 'n, 'mo': '='}]}, 'mo': \ue89e', '\ue89e, 'mstyle': {'mspace': {'@width': '0. ...

META-JOIN AND META-GROUP-BY INDEXES FOR BIG DATA

Embodiments of the invention improve over conventional or routine technologies by generating a separate data structure or organization, other than those temporary search files that are typically used, that facilitates the processing of the datasets. In one embodiment, instead of using sorted temp files or running sorting algorithms, a meta-join and/or meta-group-by indexes may be generated or created that provide a quick access to the records in the datasets. Moreover, embodiments of the invention eliminate the need to sort or pre-sort datasets before or during a query is conducted on the dataset. Aspects of the invention use, for example, the meta-join and/or meta-group-by indexes to pre-organize the data such that, when executing a query against the dataset, the query is executed against the meta-join and/or meta-group-by indexes. 1. A computerized method for generating a plurality of data fields representing a meta-join index for storage on a non-transitory computer-readable medium comprising:identifying, by a computer-executable processor, a joining operation instruction for at least two datasets in a plurality of datasets; filtering, by the computer-executable processor, record values in one of the at least two datasets identified by parameters in the joining operation instruction;', 'constructing, by the computer-executable processor, a first column values bit map index storing index identifiers corresponding to the filtered record values in the one of the at least two datasets identified by the parameters;', 'constructing, by the computer-executable processor, a second column values bit map index storing index identifiers corresponding to the filtered record values in the other of the at least two datasets identified by the parameters;', 'generating, by the computer-executable processor, the meta-join index by correlating the at least two datasets based on a common join-key found in the at least two datasets;, 'without executing the joining operation ...

Tissue retractor and drill guide

A tissue retractor and guide device for use in securing a spinal fixation plate to a spine is provided. In general, the device includes an elongate member having a guide member formed thereon or mated thereto with at least one lumen extending therethrough for receiving a tool. The guide member is adapted to couple to a spinal implant, while the distal portion of the elongate member is effective to retract tissue disposed adjacent to the guide member.

Medical implant and method of reducing back pain

An expandable medical implant capable of being inserted between adjacent vertebral endplates in a spine. The implant, when in an expanded position, includes a thicker peripheral portion and a thinner interior portion. Also, a method of manufacturing an expandable medical implant having a thicker peripheral portion and a thinner interior portion. Further, a method for reducing back pain that includes placing a medical implant between two adjacent vertebral endplates and positioning the implant such that the implant distributes stresses toward stronger portions of the endplates when pressure is placed on the implant.

Method and system for monitoring performance of applications in a distributed environment

A method for management of performance of computer systems and applications includes prompting the user to select information for monitoring, monitoring the performance of applications running on servers, displaying data, and prompting users to input performance adjustments. A user is prompted to select a server or server group, a resource, and a threshold or condition for notification, and in response a system compares the value or quality of the parameter to the threshold or condition, and provides a notification to the user in the event that the parameter reaches the threshold or condition. A method includes the steps of providing the user with performance information, receiving from the user a request for more specific performance information, and providing more detailed performance information. A method according to the invention includes the steps of receiving from the user an identification of a server as an authoritative server, another server as a comparison server, comparing runtime ...

Drill guide and plate inserter

A drill guide for use in securing a spinal fixation plate to a spine is provided. In a preferred embodiment, the drill guide generally includes a support member having first and second arms mated thereto. Each arm includes a proximal end and a distal end having at least one barrel coupled thereto and defining a lumen for receiving a tool. One or both arms can be slidably movable along the support member to allow the distance between the arms to be adjusted. In use, the arms can be adjusted to engage a spinal fixation plate and to position the barrels on each arm in alignment with bores formed in the fixation plate. The drill guide can then be used to drill, awl, tap, and insert implants, such as spinal screws, into the vertebral bodies to attach the fixation plate thereto.

METHOD, APPARATUS, AND PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR ALLOCATING PROGRESSIVE PRIZE POOLS

A method for controlling contributions to progressive prize pools includes providing a progressive server which manages standalone progressive prize pools for each of multiple individual gaming machines. The progressive server may further provide group progressive prize pools, allowing a gaming machine to have standalone pools and also be a member in a group pool. Where multiple standalone progressive prize pools are maintained for a single gaming machine, additional steps are taken to identify which pool or pools are to be increased when a standalone progressive contribution is made.

Method and system for problem determination in distributed enterprise applications

A method, system and computer program are provided for problem determination in an enterprise computer system in a distributed environment. In the method, information is obtained regarding the enterprise applications, and high-level information is presented to a user, with one or more prompts are provided to the user for more detailed information. In response to a request from a user for more detailed information about the application, more detailed information is provided to the user. Several levels of more detailed information about applications, including information as to individual threads, is available. The method also includes the steps of receiving instructions from an administrator to establish an account for a user, associating one or more servers with the account, and providing access to the corresponding user only to the associated servers. In the method, searches may be conducted for strings and requests, and identified strings and requests may be sorted by a variety of criteria ...

Drill guide and plate inserter

A drill guide for use in securing a spinal fixation plate to a spine is provided. In a preferred embodiment, the drill guide generally includes a support member having first and second arms mated thereto. Each arm includes a proximal end and a distal end having at least one barrel coupled thereto and defining a lumen for receiving a tool. One or both arms can be slidably movable along the support member to allow the distance between the arms to be adjusted. In use, the arms can be adjusted to engage a spinal fixation plate and to position the barrels on each arm in alignment with bores formed in the fixation plate. The drill guide can then be used to drill, awl, tap, and insert implants, such as spinal screws, into the vertebral bodies to attach the fixation plate thereto.

Meta-join and meta-group-by indexes for big data

Embodiments of the invention improve over conventional or routine technologies by generating a separate data structure or organization, other than those temporary search files that are typically used, that facilitates the processing of the datasets. In one embodiment, instead of using sorted temp files or running sorting algorithms, a meta-join and/or meta-group-by indexes may be generated or created that provide a quick access to the records in the datasets. Moreover, embodiments of the invention eliminate the need to sort or pre-sort datasets before or during a query is conducted on the dataset. Aspects of the invention use, for example, the meta-join and/or meta-group-by indexes to pre-organize the data such that, when executing a query against the dataset, the query is executed against the meta-join and/or meta-group-by indexes.

USE OF ULTRACONSERVED RNA IN DETECTION AND TREATMENT OF CANCER

A method of analyzing a biological specimen to detect cancer in a subject, involving determining an ultraconserved RNA in the specimen and comparing the expression level to a control. The ultraconseved RNA may be uc.338 and may be used to detect hepatocellular cancer. Transcript RNA encoding ultraconserved RNA may also be used to detect cancer. Anti-cancer compositions and tumor-suppressing agents for treating cancer are also provided.

Tissue retractor and drill guide

A tissue retractor and guide device for use in securing a spinal fixation plate to a spine is provided. In general, the device includes an elongate member having a guide member formed thereon or mated thereto with at least one lumen extending therethrough for receiving a tool. The guide member is adapted to couple to a spinal implant, while the distal portion of the elongate member is effective to retract tissue disposed adjacent to the guide member.

Chopped glass strand mat and method of producing same

A glass strand mat is produced by placing a first layer of glass filaments on a moving belt. An adhesive web binder is placed over the first layer of glass filaments, and a second layer of glass filaments is placed over the adhesive web binder. The glass filaments and the adhesive web binder are captured by a second moving belt, and heat and pressure are applied. The two layers of glass filaments are bonded together into a glass mat which is then cooled and wound into a roll.

Value Index Score

Embodiments of the invention provide a technical solution by generating a value index score based on aggregation of a value from a combination of features as a unit. In one embodiment, instead of generating a value index score based on a collection of features with each feature being a discrete parameter, aspects of the invention generate the value index score while accounting for weights of a combination of features as a unit. Furthermore, embodiments of the invention generate a weight value for each feature and that the weight, not only will it be a factor in the calculation, but also be modifiable in response to other factors of the features. 1. A computerized method for generating a value index score comprising:receiving elements of an advertising deal from a data source;conducting a logistic regression analysis to classify the received elements to identify metrics of the advertising deal;constructing a data structure for each of the metrics, said data structure comprising data fields for storing data of a metric, data of a weight calculated for the metric, historical weight data of the metric, data for an affiliated deal, data of related metrics of the affiliated deal;determining the weight of each of the metric using the logistic regression analysis;storing the determined weight in the data structure; andas a function of the weight of each of the metrics of the advertising deal, calculating a value index score for the advertising deal.2. The computerized method of claim 1 , wherein receiving elements of the advertising deal comprises receiving a plurality of advertising deals.3. The computerized method of claim 2 , wherein the data source of the plurality of advertising deals comprises one or more of the following: a demand side platform and a supply side platform.4. The computerized method of claim 1 , further comprising classifying each of the plurality of advertising deals to one or more metrics using a logistic regression algorithm within each of the ...

Method, apparatus, and program product for allocating progressive prize pools

A method for controlling contributions to progressive prize pools includes providing a progressive server which manages standalone progressive prize pools for each of multiple individual gaming machines. The progressive server may further provide group progressive prize pools, allowing a gaming machine to have standalone pools and also be a member in a group pool. Where multiple standalone progressive prize pools are maintained for a single gaming machine, additional steps are taken to identify which pool or pools are to be increased when a standalone progressive contribution is made.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CAPTURING AND STORING CARBON DIOXIDE

Methods and systems for capturing and storing carbon dioxide are disclosed. In some embodiments, the methods include the following: mixing materials including magnesium or calcium with one or more acids and chelating agents to form a magnesium or calcium-rich solvent; using the organic acids derived from biogenic wastes as acids or chelating agents; generating carbonate ions by reacting a gas including carbon dioxide with a carbonic anhydrase biocatalyst; reacting the solvent with the carbonate ions to form magnesium or calcium carbonates; recycling a solution containing the biocatalyst after forming magnesium or calcium carbonates for re-use in the generating step; using the magnesium and calcium carbonates as carbon neutral filler materials and using the silica product as green filler materials or inexpensive absorbents. 1. A method of capturing and storing carbon dioxide , said method comprising:mixing materials including magnesium or calcium with at least one of one or more acids and chelating agents to form a magnesium or calcium-rich solvent;generating carbonate ions by reacting a gas including carbon dioxide with a biocatalyst; andreacting said solvent with said carbonate ions to form magnesium or calcium carbonates.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:recycling a solution containing said biocatalyst after forming said magnesium or calcium carbonates for re-use in said generating step.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said biocatalyst is a carbonic anhydrase.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein said carbonic anhydrase is one of the enzymes Cam or Cab.5. The method according to claim 3 , wherein said carbonic anhydrase is a whole cell that expresses one of the enzymes Cam or Cab.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said magnesium or calcium materials include at least one of magnesium or calcium bearing minerals and industrial wastes.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said magnesium or calcium carbonates ...

Methods and systems for capturing and storing carbon dioxide

Methods and systems for capturing and storing carbon dioxide are disclosed. In some embodiments, the methods include the following: mixing materials including magnesium or calcium with one or more acids and chelating agents to form a magnesium or calcium-rich solvent; using the organic acids derived from biogenic wastes as acids or chelating agents; generating carbonate ions by reacting a gas including carbon dioxide with a carbonic anhydrase biocatalyst; reacting the solvent with the carbonate ions to form magnesium or calcium carbonates; recycling a solution containing the biocatalyst after forming magnesium or calcium carbonates for re-use in the generating step; using the magnesium and calcium carbonates as carbon neutral filler materials and using the silica product as green filler materials or inexpensive absorbents.

PROGRAMMABLE ADDRESS MAPPING AND MEMORY ACCESS OPERATIONS

Programmable address mapping and memory access operations are disclosed. An example apparatus includes an address translator to translate a first host physical address to a first intermediate address. The example apparatus also includes a programmable address decoder to decode the first intermediate address to a first hardware memory address of a first addressable memory location in a memory, the programmable address decoder to receive a first command to associate the first host physical address with a second addressable memory location in the memory by changing a mapping between the first intermediate address and a second hardware memory address of the second addressable memory location.

Tissue retractor and guide device

A tissue retractor and guide device for use in securing a spinal fixation plate to a spine is provided. In general, the device includes an elongate member having a guide member formed thereon or mated thereto with at least one pathway for receiving a tool. The guide member is adapted to be juxtapositioned on a spinal implant, while the distal portion of the elongate member is effective to retract tissue disposed adjacent to the guide member.

Endplate preparation instrument

A surgical bone preparation instrument that is effective to prepare the surface of adjacent bone structures, and more particularly to remove a predetermined portion of bone from the vertebral endplates of adjacent vertebral bodies, is provided. In general, the surgical bone preparation instrument includes a housing member having an inner lumen formed therein, and an elongate member rotatably disposable within the housing member. The housing member can include a distract member adapted to be disposed between adjacent bone structures, and optionally a rotation limiting element, and/or a stop member. In use, the elongate member is rotated with respect to the housing, thereby causing the cutting element to penetrate and remove bone from the adjacent bone structures.

USER INTERFACE AND METHOD BASED ON SLIDING-SCALE CLUSTER GROUPS FOR PRECISE LOOK-ALIKE MODELING

A graphical user interface showing relevant sliding scale cluster groups having a processor generating a ranking of Top N1 features of the seed dataset in order of frequency of their occurrence. The processor generates another ranking of Top N2 features of the seed dataset in order of frequency of their occurrence in correlation with their equivalent percentage in total dataset. The Top M co-related features is identified for each of the Top N (N1+N2) features that are present for the seed dataset. The processor, for each one in M×N set, generates a sliding scale cluster via permutation of Top M features. The processor sorts each permutation based on closest occurrence match. The Seed Group Meta Bitmap Index is generated for the seed audience segment. For each cluster, the processor calculates the available amplification count from the Total Audience Bitmap Index, until the desired amplification is achieved. 1: A computerized method for generating dynamic look-alike data points of seed dataset on a graphical user interface (GUI) comprising:defining a seed dataset from a collection of data, said collection of data comprising features associated with data;generating a first ranking of a first set of top features of the seed dataset;generating a second ranking of a second set of top features of the seed dataset;identifying a M set of co-related features for each of a combined set N from the first set and the second set that are present for the seed dataset;for each one in M×N set, generating a sliding scale cluster via permutation of the M set of co-related features to be displayed on the GUI;generating a seed group meta bitmap index for the seed audience segment;generating a total audience bitmap index based on the generated seed group meta index; andfor each cluster, generating an available amplification count from the total audience bitmap index for display on the GUI in response to a user instructions received from the GUI until a desired amplification in the ...

Out-of-home campaign intelligence

Embodiments of the invention overcome the shortcomings of prior art by transforming the understanding of how different creative placements and location helps drive sales and other KPIs to a computerized methodology that may allow advertising planners and buyers to generate plans that meet these expectations on effectiveness of their advertising campaign. Aspects of the invention fusing the “probability of exposure” estimates with segment level data to provide layers of intelligence in determining the probability estimates for sales conversion or other KPIs. Moreover, aspects of the invention may predict based on various models the reach and frequency relationship tradeoff for different impression levels.

Tissue retractor and guide device

A tissue retractor and guide device for use in securing a spinal fixation plate to a spine is provided. In general, the device includes an elongate member having a guide member formed thereon or mated thereto with at least one pathway for receiving a tool. The guide member is adapted to be juxtapositioned on a spinal implant, while the distal portion of the elongate member is effective to retract tissue disposed adjacent to the guide member.

System and method for community association violation tracking and processing

A computer-implemented method for tracking and processing violations of regulations of a community association comprising the steps of populating a database with information regarding the community association; transferring at least a subset of the information to a handheld computing device; conducting a physical inspection of structures belonging to the community association for compliance with the regulations; and recording the result of said inspection in the handheld computing device.

Methods and Systems for Capturing and Storing Carbon Dioxide

Methods and systems for capturing and storing carbon dioxide are disclosed. In some embodiments, the methods include the following: mixing materials including magnesium or calcium with one or more acids and chelating agents to form a magnesium or calcium-rich solvent; using the organic acids derived from biogenic wastes as acids or chelating agents; generating carbonate ions by reacting a gas including carbon dioxide with a carbonic anhydrase biocatalyst; reacting the solvent with the carbonate ions to form magnesium or calcium carbonates; recycling a solution containing the biocatalyst after forming magnesium or calcium carbonates for re-use in the generating step; using the magnesium and calcium carbonates as carbon neutral filler materials and using the silica product as green filler materials or inexpensive absorbents. 1. A method of capturing and storing carbon dioxide , said method comprising:mixing materials including magnesium or calcium with at least one of one or more acids and chelating agents to form a magnesium or calcium-rich solvent;generating carbonate ions by reacting a gas including carbon dioxide with a biocatalyst; andreacting said solvent with said carbonate ions to form magnesium or calcium carbonates.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:recycling a solution containing said biocatalyst after forming said magnesium or calcium carbonates for re-use in said generating step.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said biocatalyst is a carbonic anhydrase.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein said carbonic anhydrase is one of the enzymes Cam or Cab.5. The method according to claim 3 , wherein said carbonic anhydrase is a whole cell that expresses one of the enzymes Cam or Cab.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said magnesium or calcium materials include at least one of magnesium or calcium bearing minerals and industrial wastes.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said magnesium or calcium carbonates ...

ACTIVE SHUTTER VANE FOR USE IN ACTIVE GRILLE SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE

An active grille system for a vehicle includes a plurality of active shutter vanes each respectively rotatably coupled to a frame portion. Each vane includes a hollow body portion having an inner and outer wall portion extending between a first and second end. The vane also includes a first solid end cap secured to the first end and a second solid end cap secured to the second end of the hollow body portion. The active shutter vane has decreased weight, increased torsional strength and increased bending rigidity as compared with active shutter vanes of the same shape and size and having a one-piece solid construction formed by injection molding process. Moreover, the use of extrusion or pultrusion to form the hollow body portion reduces warpage associated with one-piece solid construction active shutter vanes formed by injection molding process. 1. An active grille system for use in a cooling system for a vehicle having a radiator , said active grille system comprising:a frame portion; anda plurality of active shutter vanes, each one of said plurality of active shutter vanes rotatably coupled to said frame portion and comprising:a hollow body portion comprising a first plastic material, said hollow body portion having an inner wall portion and an outer wall portion extending between a first end and a second end, said inner wall portion defining at least one cavity extending from said first end to said second end, said inner wall portion and said outer wall portion defining a first edge at said first end and a second edge at said second end;a first solid end cap secured to said first end of said hollow body portion; anda second solid end cap secured to a second end of said hollow body portion, each of said first and second solid end caps comprising a second plastic material the same or different from said first plastic material.2. The active grille system of further comprising an actuator assembly coupled to said plurality of active shutter vanes claim 1 , said ...

Cytological analysis of nuclear neat-1 expression for detection of cholangiocarcinoma

A method for detecting malignancy in a biliary cytology sample. In situ hybridization is performed on the biliary cytology sample to express nuclear paraspeckle assembly transcript 1 (NEAT-1). The hybridized biliary cytology sample is imaged, and the NEAT-1 expressions are identified. A plurality of features of the identified NEAT-1 expressions are detected. The detected features of the NEAT-1 expressions are processed by a processor configured with algorithm criteria defined by a trained neural network and based on the plurality of features to provide predictions of malignancy in the sample.

Problem determination in distributed enterprise applications

Problem determination in an enterprise computer system in a distributed environment is provided. Information is obtained regarding the enterprise applications, and high-level information is presented to a user, with one or more prompts provided to the user for more detailed information. In response to a request from a user for more detailed information about the application, more detailed information is provided to the user. Several levels of more detailed information about applications, including information as to individual threads, is available. The method also includes the steps of receiving instructions from an administrator to establish an account for a user, associating one or more servers with the account, and providing access to the corresponding user only to the associated servers. In the method, searches may be conducted for strings and requests, and identified strings and requests may be sorted by a variety of criteria.

AN IMPROVED LED BASED PHOTOCHEMICAL REACTOR

The present invention provides an improved photochemical rector assembly device, particularly a light emitting diode (LED) based small photochemical reactor and methods for performing the photochemical transformations using the instantly presented device. Accordingly, the present invention relates to an improved photochemical transformation reaction by exposing the reaction mixture to a photochemical rector device as shown in fig. A-G, comprising of (i) light emitting diode (LED) panel (), (ii) Aluminium based heat sink, and (iii) cooling fan. 1. A photochemical rector device assembly as shown in Figures: A-G;comprising of{'b': '1', '(a) light source ();'}{'b': '3', '(b) heat dissipation assembly (); and'}{'b': '4', '(c) cooling assembly ().'}21. The device according to the claim 1 , wherein the light source () is a light emitting diode (LED) panel having wavelength selected from Violet (395-430 nm) claim 1 , Indigo (430-450 nm) claim 1 , Blue (450-480 nm) claim 1 , Blue-Green (480-520 nm) claim 1 , Green (520-555 nm) claim 1 , Yellow-Green (555-585 nm) claim 1 , Yellow (585-600 nm) claim 1 , Amber (600-615 nm) claim 1 , Orange (615-625 nm) claim 1 , Orange-Red (625-640 nm) and/or Red (640-700 nm).33. The device according to the claim 1 , wherein the heat dissipation assembly () is an aluminium based heat sink.44. The device according to the claim 1 , wherein the cooling assembly () is a cooling fan.8. The process according to claim 5 , wherein the catalyst is a photocatalyst selected from [4 claim 5 ,4′-Bis(tert-butyl)-2 claim 5 ,2′-bipyridine]bis[3 claim 5 ,5-difluoro-2-[5-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinyl]phenyl]iridium(III) hexafluorophosphate (Ir[dF(CF)ppy](dtbbpy)PF6).9. The process according to 6 claim 5 , wherein the catalyst is a photocatalyst selected from [4 claim 5 ,4′-Bis(tert-butyl)-2 claim 5 ,2′-bipyridine]bis[3 claim 5 ,5-difluoro-2-[5-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinyl] phenyl]iridium(III) hexafluorophosphate (Ir[dF(CF)ppy]2(dtbbpy)PF6).10. The process ...

METHOD, SYSTEM, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING PERFORMANCE OF APPLICATIONS IN A DISTRIBUTED ENVIRONMENT

A method, system, and computer program include receiving a request string, and mapping the received request string to a distinguishable request string and a collapsible request string. The received request string may be in the form of a JSP, a servlet, and remote Enterprise Java Bean calls. A user may be prompted to create rules for mapping of a received request string to a distinguishable request string and a collapsible request string. 1. A method for monitoring performance of applications running on a plurality of servers in a distributed computer system , comprising:receiving from a user an identification of a server as an authoritative server and another server as a comparison server;receiving from the user a selection of a source of files;receiving from the user a selection of a file type;preparing files on a master file list from the selected source of the files and the selected file type from the authoritative server;searching for the files on the master file list in the comparison server; andproviding a list of matching file names for files found on both the comparison server and the authoritative server, a list of file names found on the authoritative server and not found on the comparison server, and a list of file names found on the comparison server and not found on the authoritative server.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:comparing file size.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:comparing file time stamp.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the user selects the source from a list of folders.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:conducting a comparison of the files on the master file list via MD5 checksum calculation.6. A system for monitoring performance of applications running on a plurality of servers in a distributed computer system claim 1 , comprising:a processor; anda combination of computer hardware and software for:receiving from a user an identification of a server as an authoritative server and another server as a ...

Shroud and shroud assembly process for variable vane assemblies

A shroud assembly may comprise a first ring, a second ring aft of the first ring, and a shroud disposed between the first ring and the second ring. The shroud may comprise a plurality of circumferentially adjacent shroud segments. Each shroud segment of the plurality of circumferentially adjacent shroud segments may extend axially from the first ring to the second ring.

Trace Feature Across the Network (Depth & Breadth)-Wise

A feature trace capability may be provided for features including, but not limited to, automatic quality of service (auto QoS), power over Ethernet (PoE), and fabric compatibility. A network command may be implemented with the capability to validate features across a network path or the network as a whole. The output of this network command may result in the display of details about supported features. Such a command may also result in a listing of what devices require upgrades to support any number of features of interest. Embodiments of the feature trace capability may be configured such that the query gets terminated once a final subnet (or endpoint) is reached. Alternatively, the feature trace capability may be configured such that the query gets terminated after a maximum hop count, or trace total (trace_ttl) is reached. Such a limit may prevent the continuous flooding of the network. 1. A method comprising:receiving a feature trace query packet comprising a trace total (trace_ttl) value;replying to the feature trace query packet with information about a feature specified in the feature trace packet;decrementing the trace_ttl value;propagating the feature trace query packet to a network device if the trace_ttl value is above a minimum threshold; anddropping the feature trace query packet if the trace_ttl value has reached the minimum threshold.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the feature trace packet is implemented using Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP).3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the feature trace packet comprises one or more destination address fields set to “FF”.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the feature trace packet comprises a source IP address field set to a source IP address associated with an originator of the feature trace packet.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the feature trace packet comprises a destination User Datagram Protocol (UDP) port field set to a value that ensures that the feature trace packet is punted to software ...

Automated authentication of a new network element

The technology presented herein enables a new network element to be authenticated to other network elements automatically. In a particular embodiment, a method provides determining a current time relative to a first time. The first time is known to the new network element and a provisioning network element. The method further provides generating first beacon data using seed data stored on the new network element and the current time and generating keying data using the first beacon data and identification information associated with the new network element. The method also provides identifying a first one-time pad (OTP) from the keying data and using the first OTP to encrypt an authentication request for transfer from the new network element to the provisioning network element.

Automated authentication of a new network element

The technology presented herein enables a new network element to be authenticated to other network elements automatically. In a particular embodiment, a method provides determining a current time relative to a first time. The first time is known to the new network element and a provisioning network element. The method further provides generating first beacon data using seed data stored on the new network element and the current time and generating keying data using the first beacon data and identification information associated with the new network element. The method also provides identifying a first one-time pad (OTP) from the keying data and using the first OTP to encrypt an authentication request for transfer from the new network element to the provisioning network element.

Adhesive composition comprising a powder impregnated non-woven web, composite articles containing said adhesive, and processes for making the same

An adhesive composition comprising a thermosetting powder adhesive adhered to a thermoplastic non-woven web adhesive, and processes for making the same. The thermosetting powder adhesive component is preferably a polyester, a polyester-polyurethane, an epoxy or an epoxy-polyester hybrid. The thermoplastic non-woven web adhesive component is preferably an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, a polyester, a polyolefin, or a polyamide. The adhesive composition provides superior bonding between vinyl and/or cloth coverings and a variety of surfaces including metal, plastic, rubber and wood. There is also disclosed herein a composite article that comprises an adhesive layer made from the aforementioned adhesive composition and a substrate layer, and processes for making the same.

Endplate preparation instrument

A surgical bone preparation instrument that is effective to prepare the surface of adjacent bone structures, and more particularly to remove a predetermined portion of bone from the vertebral endplates of adjacent vertebral bodies, is provided. In general, the surgical bone preparation instrument includes a housing member having an inner lumen formed therein, and an elongate member rotatably disposable within the housing member. The housing member can include a distract member adapted to be disposed between adjacent bone structures, and optionally a rotation limiting element, and/or a stop member. In use, the elongate member is rotated with respect to the housing, thereby causing the cutting element to penetrate and remove bone from the adjacent bone structures.

Method and system for problem determination in distributed enterprise applications

A method, system and computer program are provided for problem determination in an enterprise computer system in a distributed environment. In the method, information is obtained regarding the enterprise applications, and high-level information is presented to a user, with one or more prompts are provided to the user for more detailed information. In response to a request from a user for more detailed information about the application, more detailed information is provided to the user. Several levels of more detailed information about applications, including information as to individual threads, is available. The method also includes the steps of receiving instructions from an administrator to establish an account for a user, associating one or more servers with the account, and providing access to the corresponding user only to the associated servers. In the method, searches may be conducted for strings and requests, and identified strings and requests may be sorted by a variety of criteria.

Vertebral endplate preparation instrument

A surgical bone preparation instrument that is effective to prepare the surface of adjacent bone structures, and more particularly to remove a predetermined portion of bone from the vertebral endplates of adjacent vertebral bodies (58,60), is provided. In general, the surgical bone preparation instrument includes a housing member (12) having an inner lumen (14) formed therein, and an elongate member (16) rotatably disposable within the housing member. The housing member can include a distraction member (24) adapted to be disposed between adjacent bone structures, and optionally a rotation limiting element (82), and/or a stop member (80). In use, the elongate member is rotated with respect to the housing, thereby causing a cutting element (22) which is attached to the elongate member (1b) to penetrate and remove bone from the adjacent bone structures.

Adhesive composition, article, and processes of manufacture

An adhesive composition comprising a thermosetting powder adhesive (50) adhered to a thermoplastic non-woven web adhesive (20) and processes for making the same. The thermosetting powder adhesive (50) is preferably a polyester, a polyester-polyurethane, an epoxy or an epoxy-polyester hybride. The thermoplastic non-woven web adhesive (20) is preferably an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, a polyester, a polyolefin, or a polyamide. The adhesive composition provides superior bonding between vinyl and/or cloth coverings and a variety of surfaces including metal, plastic, rubber and wood. There is also disclosed herein a composite article (190) that comprises an adhesive layer (170) made from the aforementioned adhesive composition and a substrate layer (200), and processes for making the same.

Method for frabication of a recyclable headliner material

A unique material is disclosed for use in trim panels, such as headliners. The unique material includes a central polyester honeycomb core, and outer polyester layers providing and I-beam construction. In a most preferred embodiment of this invention, the layers are all formed of polyester such that portions trimmed away from the panel are easily recycled. In addition, since the honeycomb core is formed of a thermoplastic, it is easily molded to desired shapes. The honeycomb core provides good strength to weight characteristics and also good acoustic characteristics.

Extended release dosage forms of quetiapine salts

The present invention relates to extended release dosage forms of weakly basic drugs. Particularly the present invention is related to extended release dosage forms of quetiapine or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.

Active shutter vane for use in active grille system for vehicle

An active grille system for a vehicle includes a plurality of active shutter vanes each respectively rotatably coupled to a frame portion. Each vane includes a hollow body portion having an inner and outer wall portion extending between a first and second end. The vane also includes a first solid end cap secured to the first end and a second solid end cap secured to the second end of the hollow body portion. The active shutter vane has decreased weight, increased torsional strength and increased bending rigidity as compared with active shutter vanes of the same shape and size and having a one-piece solid construction formed by injection molding process. Moreover, the use of extrusion or pultrusion to form the hollow body portion reduces warpage associated with one-piece solid construction active shutter vanes formed by injection molding process.

Problem determination in distributed enterprise applications

Problem determination in an enterprise computer system in a distributed environment is provided. A user is prompted to select an application server and a search inquiry that identifies transactions by behavior selected from a group of behaviors including a behavior of transactions that have issued more than a threshold number of SQLs and a behavior of transactions that have issued more than a threshold number of methods. There is a search among all active URL strings for web requests and active class names for remote enterprise java bean requests responsive to the search inquiry. The identified URL strings and active enterprise java bean requests are displayed.

Apparatus for health monitoring

An apparatus for monitoring a user's health and/or sleep and/or the efficacy of a treatment (e.g. a sleep treatment or other type of health treatment) can include use of a wearable electronic device. The device can include an array of sensors for collecting user data. The user data can be used by the device to evaluate criteria related to the user's health to monitor efficacy of a treatment. In addition, or alternatively, the collected data can be transmitted to a central server and/or input/output device for evaluating different criteria for monitoring the user's health and/or sleep as well as the efficacy of a treatment being provided to the user.

Method, system, and computer program for monitoring performance of applications in a distributed environment

A method, system, and computer program include receiving a request string, and mapping the received request string to a distinguishable request string and a collapsible request string. The received request string may be in the form of a JSP, a servlet, and remote Enterprise Java Bean calls. A user may be prompted to create rules for mapping of a received request string to a distinguishable request string and a collapsible request string.

Method and system for problem determination in distributed enterprise applications

Method and system for problem determination in distributed enterprise applications

A method, system and computer program are provided for problem determination in an enterprise computer system (300) in a distributed environment. In the method, information is obtained regarding the enterprise applications, and high-level information is presented to a user (325), with one or more prompts are provided to the user for more detailed information. In response to a request from a user for more detailed information about the application, more detailed information is provided to the user. Several levels of more detailed information about applications, including information as to individual threads, is available. The method also includes the steps of receiving instructions from an administrator (320) to establish an account for a user, associating one or more servers with the account, and providing access to the corresponding user only to the associated servers. In the method, searches may be conducted for strings and requests, and identified strings and requests may be sorted by a variety of criteria.

Methods and materials for treating cancer

This document relates to methods and materials for treating cancer. For example, this document provides vesicles (e.g., nanovesicles) designed to deliver one or more (e.g., one, two, three, or more) inhibitors to a cancer cell within a mammal (e.g., a human) having cancer to treat the mammal's cancer.

Value index score

Embodiments of the invention provide a technical solution by generating a value index score based on aggregation of a value from a combination of features as a unit. In one embodiment, instead of generating a value index score based on a collection of features with each feature being a discrete parameter, aspects of the invention generate the value index score while accounting for weights of a combination of features as a unit. Furthermore, embodiments of the invention generate a weight value for each feature and that the weight, not only will it be a factor in the calculation, but also be modifiable in response to other factors of the features.

Shroud and shroud assembly process for variable vane assemblies

A shroud assembly (120) may comprise a first ring (126), a second ring (128) aft of the first ring, and a shroud (130) disposed between the first ring and the second ring. The shroud may comprise a plurality of circumferentially adjacent shroud segments (132). Each shroud segment (132a, 132b) of the plurality of circumferentially adjacent shroud segments may extend axially from the first ring to the second ring.

An improved led based photochemical reactor

The present invention provides an improved photochemical rector assembly device, particularly a light emitting diode (LED) based small photochemical reactor and methods for performing the photochemical transformations using the instantly presented device. Accordingly, the present invention relates to an improved photochemical transformation reaction by exposing the reaction mixture to a photochemical rector device as shown in fig. A-G, comprising of (i) light emitting diode (LED) panel (1), (ii) Aluminium based heat sink (3), and (iii) cooling fan (4).

Method and system for monitoring performance of application in a distributed environment

A method for management of performance of computer systems and applications includes prompting the user to select information for monitoring, monitoring the performance of applications running on servers, displaying data, and prompting users to input performance adjustments. A user is prompted to select a server or server group, a resource, and a threshold or condition for notification, and in response a system compares the value or quality of the parameter to the threshold or condition, and provides a notification to the user in the event that the parameter reaches the threshold or condition. A method includes the steps of providing the user with performance information, receiving from the user a request for more specific performance information, and providing more detailed performance information. A method according to the invention includes the steps of receiving from the user an identification of a server as an authoritative server, another server as a comparison server, comparing runtime environment data in the form of one or more of CPU data, server data and Java data between the selected servers, and displaying differences to a user. A method of the invention includes the steps of receiving from the user an identification of a server as an authoritative server, and another server as a comparison server, and providing a list of matching and differing file names. The method may further include the step of receiving from the user a selection of a file, conducting a comparison of the files, and providing a result to the user. A method of the invention includes the steps of assigning a role to each user, and mapping between access to functions and each user role by an access control list, whereby access to functions is limited depending on the assigned role of the user.

Method and system for monitoring performance of application in a distributed environment

Method and system for monitoring performance of application in a distributed environment

A method for management of performance of computer systems and applications includes prompting the user to select information for monitoring, monitoring the performance of applications running on servers, displaying data, and prompting users to input performance adjustments. A user is prompted to select a server or server group, a resource, and a threshold or condition for notification, and in response a system compares the value or quality of the parameter to the threshold or condition, and provides a notification to the user in the event that the parameter reaches the threshold or condition. A method includes the steps of providing the user with performance information, receiving from the user a request for more specific performance information, and providing more detailed performance information. A method according to the invention includes the steps of receiving from the user an identification of a server as an authoritative server, another server as a comparison server, comparing runtime environment data in the form of one or more of CPU data, server data and Java data between the selected servers, and displaying differences to a user. A method of the invention includes the steps of receiving from the user an identification of a server as an authoritative server, and another server as a comparison server, and providing a list of matching and differing file names. The method may further include the step of receiving from the user a selection of a file, conducting a comparison of the files, and providing a result to the user. A method of the invention includes the steps of assigning a role to each user, and mapping between access to functions and each user role by an access control list, whereby access to functions is limited depending on the assigned role of the user.

Apparatus for health monitoring

An apparatus for monitoring a user's health and/or sleep and/or the efficacy of a treatment (e.g. a sleep treatment or other type of health treatment) can include use of a wearable electronic device. The device can include an array of sensors for collecting user data. The user data can be used by the device to evaluate criteria related to the user's health to monitor efficacy of a treatment. In addition, or alternatively, the collected data can be transmitted to a central server and/or input/output device for evaluating different criteria for monitoring the user's health and/or sleep as well as the efficacy of a treatment being provided to the user.

Out-of-home campaign intelligence

Embodiments of the invention overcome the shortcomings of prior art by transforming the understanding of how different creative placements and location helps drive sales and other KPIs to a computerized methodology that may allow advertising planners and buyers to generate plans that meet these expectations on effectiveness of their advertising campaign. Aspects of the invention fusing the "probability of exposure" estimates with segment level data to provide layers of intelligence in determining the probability estimates for sales conversion or other KPIs. Moreover, aspects of the invention may predict based on various models the reach and frequency relationship tradeoff for different impression levels.

An improved led based photochemical reactor

System and method for community association violation tracking and processing

A computer-implemented method for tracking and processing violations of regulations of a community association comprising the steps of populating a database with information regarding the community association; transferring at least a subset of the information to a handheld computing device; conducting a physical inspection of structures belonging to the community association for compliance with the regulations; and recording the result of said inspection in the handheld computing device.

An improved led based photochemical reactor

The present invention provides an improved photochemical rector assembly device, particularly a light emitting diode (LED) based small photochemical reactor and methods for performing the photochemical transformations using the instantly presented device. Accordingly, the present invention relates to an improved photochemical transformation reaction by exposing the reaction mixture to a photochemical rector device as shown in fig. A-G, comprising of (i) light emitting diode (LED) panel (1), (ii) Aluminium based heat sink (3), and (iii) cooling fan (4).

Systems and methods for an authenticating, threading, normalizing-iv and auto-keying (atna) cipher-mode

Disclosed is a method for implementing a block cipher that includes generating an initialization vector counter. The method includes generating a key tree based on the initialization vector counter where the key tree includes one or more coeval states and where each of the one or more coeval states represents a time period where the time period of each subsequent coeval state is nested within the previous coeval states. The key tree further includes the key that is determined for each of the one or more coeval states where each of the one or more coeval states is determined based on a counter. The message further includes encrypting, using the key, one or more blocks of data to be transmitted where the recipient is capable of decrypting the one or more blocks only if they are received during the time period of each of the one or more coeval states.

Meta-join and meta-group-by indexes for big data

Trace feature across the network (depth and breadth)-wise

A feature trace capability may be provided for features including, but not limited to, automatic quality of service (auto QoS), power over Ethernet (PoE), and fabric compatibility. A network command may be implemented with the capability to validate features across a network path or the network as a whole. The output of this network command may result in the display of details about supported features. Such a command may also result in a listing of what devices require upgrades to support any number of features of interest. Embodiments of the feature trace capability may be configured such that the query gets terminated once a final subnet (or endpoint) is reached. Alternatively, the feature trace capability may be configured such that the query gets terminated after a maximum hop count, or trace total (trace_ttl) is reached. Such a limit may prevent the continuous flooding of the network.

Problem determination in distributed enterprise applications

Problem determination in an enterprise computer system in a distributed environment is provided. Information is obtained regarding the enterprise applications, and high-level information is presented to a user, with one or more prompts provided to the user for more detailed information. In response to a request from a user for more detailed information about the application, more detailed information is provided to the user. Several levels of more detailed information about applications, including information as to individual threads, is available. The method also includes the steps of receiving instructions from an administrator to establish an account for a user, associating one or more servers with the account, and providing access to the corresponding user only to the associated servers. In the method, searches may be conducted for strings and requests, and identified strings and requests may be sorted by a variety of criteria.

Method, system, and computer program for monitoring performance of applications in a distributed environment

A method, system, and computer program include receiving a request string, and mapping the received request string to a distinguishable request string and a collapsible request string. The received request string may be in the form of a JSP, a servlet, and remote Enterprise Java Bean calls. A user may be prompted to create rules for mapping of a received request string to a distinguishable request string and a collapsible request string.