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A telepresence robot uses a series of connectible modules and preferably includes a head module adapted to receive and cooperate with a third party telecommunication device that includes a display screen. The module design provides cost advantages with respect to shipping and storage while also allowing flexibility in robot configuration and specialized applications.

A relay node identified by a unique relay node identifier relays communications between a donor base station and one or more user terminals. The donor base station acquires the relay node identifier during a relay node attach procedure from where the relay node or another node in the core network (e.g., mobile management entity). The donor base station may use the relay node identifier to retrieve configuration information for the relay node. The configuration information may be used to configure the relay node, to perform radio resource management functions, and/or to monitor the performance of the relay node.

A storage system includes a host having an iSCSI initiator function, a storage having an iSCSI target function and plural storage ports and communicable with the host through an IP network, and a management server communicable with the storage. The management server includes a load information collecting unit for collecting load information on load for each of the storage ports, a network topology information collecting unit for collecting network topology information on the physical topology or on the logical topology of the storage system, and a port selection unit for selecting a failover port when a communication error occurs on one port of the storage ports which is in use to communicate with the host.

Pre-processing modules are configured to compensate for time and pitch scaling and shifting and provide compensated audio frames to a watermark detector. Audio frames are adjusted for time stretching and shrinking and for pitch shifting. Detection metrics are evaluated to identify candidates to a watermark detector. Various schemes are also detailed for tracking modifications made to audio stems mixed into audio tracks, and for accessing a history of modifications for facilitating identification of audio stems and audio tracks comprised of stems. Various approaches address interference from audio overlays added to channels of audio after embedding. One approach applies informed embedding based on phase differences between corresponding components of the channels. A detector extracts the watermark payload effectively from either additive or subtractive combination of the channels because the informed embedding ensures that the watermark survives both types of processing. Other approaches applies different polarity patterns, watermark mappings, or protocol keys to the channels. These techniques enable the watermark to survive ambient mixing, conversion to mono, as well as channel differencing to reduce interference from voice-overs and other audio overlays.

A method and apparatus are described including receiving, by a transmitter, a report from an associated client, setting and using a downlink transmit power level responsive to the report for data transmissions to the associated client, determining a downlink data loss rate and adjusting the downlink transmit power level responsive to the downlink data loss rate, wherein said report includes received signal strength, client transmit power level and one of link margin and receiver sensitivity. Also described are a method and apparatus including receiving, by a receiver, a request for a report, transmitting the requested report, receiving an instruction to use an uplink transmit power level, setting and using the uplink transmit power level, determining an uplink data loss rate and adjusting the uplink transmit power level responsive to the uplink data loss rate, wherein said report includes said received signal strength, client transmit power level and one of said link margin and said receiver sensitivity.

A method, according to the various aspects of the present invention, is performed by a wireless cell for improving communication between the wireless cell and at least one wireless client, the wireless cell having at least two channels. The method includes, in any practical order, the wireless cell receiving a notice of the application executed by each one of at least a portion of the clients; the wireless cell measuring the transmission and reception performance between the wireless cell and each one of the clients for each channel; and the wireless cell selecting one of the channels in accordance with a prioritized list of applications.

A system and method for improved client and server communications, more particularly, an improved protocol that may be used for communication between a client and a server, such as in an email environment. Many features are provided for improved communications. An email server may provide the best message body available for an email message, may transfer an entire data object if requested property or properties are not well defined within the data object, may provide progress data for use in tracking download progress, and may send error information for a data object having an error. Email changes may be optimized at an email server component, even if the email changes occurred at another email server component. An email server may maintain a table of changes that occur to folders at an associated data store, and may notify a subscribed email client component of changes that occur in the table.

The present invention provides a voice coder for voice communication that employs a multi-microphone system as part of an improved approach to enhancing signal quality and improving the signal to noise ratio for such voice communications, where there is a special relationship between the position of a first microphone and a second microphone to provide the communication device with certain advantageous physical and acoustic properties. In addition, the communication device can have certain physical characteristics, and design features. In a two microphone arrangement, the first microphone is located in a location directed toward the speech source, while the second microphone is located in a location that provides a voice signal with significantly lower signal-to-noise ratio (SNR).

The invention relates to a method for displaying captions synchronously in a video call process. The method is mainly realized by a voice recognition module, a caption processing module and an image synthesis module. In the video call process, the captions are generated by applying the voice recognition technology, and then the captions are superposed on a local terminal image according to caption display rules preset by a user and transmitted to a remote terminal user after processing. The increase of the caption display in the video call process is important compensation to the video call, and can improve the video call quality and enhance the communication effect. In addition, the captions generated by utilizing the method can be displayed on mobile phones supporting the video telephone function without increasing software procedures or hardware devices, thus being convenient and practical.

Disclosed is a lifting system and method of use thereof for lifting a vehicle. The lifting system includes one or more lifting devices. Each lifting device includes a frame with a carrier configured for carrying the vehicle, a drive for driving the carrier in at least one of the ascent or decent of the carrier, a transmitter/receiver for wireless communication with a central controller that is configured for centrally controlling the one or more lifting devices, and a sensor for measuring at least one of the ascent or descent of the carrier. The central controller includes a transmitter/receiver for communication with individual lifting devices and a processor for determining required control actions for individual lifting devices. The central controller and/or at least one of the lifting devices includes a user input. The central controller controls two or more independent groups of selected lifting devices.

The invention relates to an underwater communication system and method. The system comprises at least one underwater remote device comprising a processing unit and functionally connected to the processing unit first magnetoinductive communication means capable of communicating with other underwater devices using magnetic induction, and a wearable underwater monitor device comprising second magnetoinductive communication means capable of communicating with said remote device using magnetic induction. According to the invention, the remote device further comprises functionally connected to said processing unit acoustic communication means capable of transmitting acoustic signals. The invention helps to keep the monitor device small and energy efficient, still allowing for long-distance underwater communications.

Certain aspects of the present disclosure generally relate to downlink (DL) based and uplink (UL) based positioning reference signal (PRS) techniques that may help facilitate positioning procedures in systems deploying narrowband devices, such as narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) devices. An exemplary method that may be performed by a node includes monitoring for positioning reference signals (PRS) transmitted from one or more base stations within a narrowband region of a wider system bandwidth, wherein tones of the PRS are repeated across at least one of multiple symbols within a same subframe, or multiple consecutive subframes, and estimating timing from the one or more base stations based on the PRS.

Systems, devices and methods provide feedback about the quality of communication between a device and a remote control. A wireless signal is sent between a controlled device and the remote control. The quality of the signal can be measured and reported to a user, installer, troubleshooter, customer service agent or other person in any manner. Quality may be determined based upon the strength of the received signal as well as the amount of noise that is present. The quality measurements provide feedback that allows a user, installer, customer service representative or other person to change the positions of the device or the remote control, or to take other actions based upon the quality of the wireless signal that is received.

Certain aspects relate to methods and apparatus for wireless communication. The apparatus generally includes a first interface configured to output one first frame for transmission to solicit CSI feedback from each of one or more first wireless nodes associated with a first BSS and from each of one or more second wireless nodes associated with a second BSS, a second interface configured to obtain the CSI feedback solicited from the first and second wireless nodes, and a processing system configured to generate data frames for the first wireless nodes based on the CSI feedback solicited from the first wireless nodes, and one or more nulling frames based on the CSI feedback solicited from the second wireless nodes. The first interface is configured to simultaneously output the data frames for beamformed transmission to the first wireless nodes, and the nulling frames for beamformed transmission to the second wireless nodes.

The present invention is directed to an apparatus for improving communications between players and coaches during a sporting event, more specifically allowing players to dynamically receive real-time communications from their coaches concerning intended game plays to be effected on the field or court. Said game apparatus comprises of a transparent, protective top cover having the same contour as a middle portion, wherein said middle portion is provided with a display element, and wherein said top cover, middle portion and the display element are all enclosed by a rear cover forming a housing for a receiving means for receiving an encrypted signal of an intended game play from a portable remote terminal, and wherein said top cover, middle portion, display element and housing are positioned on an upper portion of an elasticized band, which has an extended flap, wherein said extended flap includes a closing means used to secure the game apparatus and to conceal the display element from public view.

The invention relates to industrial crushing equipment, in particular to a double-geared roller strong graded crusher capable of adjusting and controlling a particle size continuously. The crusher solves the problems of low degree of automation, high labor intensity, long construction period, high adjustment difficulty and the like of the conventional crusher during the adjustment of the particle size. The crusher comprises a base, a movable bearing block, a static bearing block, a static tooth roller and a movable tooth roller, wherein the movable bearing block is connected with the static bearing block by a pull rod; the static bearing block is locked with the pull rod; the movable bearing block can move to and fro along the pull rod by an adjusting gearbox driven by a hydraulic motor and a worm and worm wheel mechanism; a movable bearing block slide is arranged on the base; a hydraulic locking cylinder is mounted on the base; a compression sliding block which can extrude the movable bearing block is fixed at the front end of the piston rod of the hydraulic locking cylinder; an encoder is mounted in the adjusting gearbox; and a displacement sensor is mounted in the hydraulic locking cylinder and is connected with a programmable logic controller (PLC) control system. The crusher has the advantages of simple structure, simplicity and convenience in operation, short adjustment period, high production efficiency and degree of automation and the like, and can be widely applied to the field of industrial crushing.

Zoning codes are unique to a specific city which means no two zoning ordinances are the same. Even if two cities cite the same zoning district abbreviation or name, it does not mean the zoning controls are the same confusing the lay person and limiting understanding. Zoning is often used in a generic sense but not specific. This invention transforms the complexity zoning by associating mapping data with the corresponding zoning ordinance and uses descriptors to standardize zoning districts, controls and changes across multiple cities.

Certain aspects of the present disclosure provide methods and apparatus for signaling a receive antenna mode to use during beamforming training procedure. For example, an apparatus for wireless communications, may generally include a processing system configured to generate a first frame having one or more beamforming training fields to be output for transmission to a wireless device using a directional transmit antenna mode and an indication whether the wireless device is to be in an Omni-directional receive antenna mode to receive the one or more beamforming training fields, and a first interface configured to output the first frame for transmission.

A first terminal residing telecommunication network is arranged for initializing media sessions of at least two media types such as voice and messaging to a second terminal. The first terminal is known by a message server as a message client. The first terminal submits a request for a media session set up by means of a message protocol for a media session of a different media type. The request is sent to the message server which forwards the message to a network node. The network node is also known message server as well as to the terminal as a message client. After receiving the media session set up request the network node either sets up the requested media session to both the terminals and bridges the connections for a media session or instructs the first terminal to setup the media session.

The invention relates to a multifunctional tourist attraction service system with a team organization function and a realization method. Based on a communication function, a GPS (Global Position System) positioning function, a network connection function, a voice input and playing function, an information display and operation function and the like on an intelligent mobile terminal, the intelligent mobile terminal is connected with a network server and a processor to form the multifunctional tourist attraction service system with the team organization function; the service system is used for carrying out real-time dynamic monitoring on users and providing a series of service supports including supports on positioning and navigation of the users, tourist attraction information display and broadcasting and salvation services, so that a leader or a tour guide can conveniently manage and lead, and furthermore, the management efficiency and the communication efficiency are improved; and the service system has abundant tourism functions, can provide functions and services of accurate navigation, introduction, route recommending, reminding of lagging behind, warning of dangerous zones, tourist attraction congestion reminding and the like, and can bring relatively great convenience for the users in tourist attractions.

A transmitter comprises functionality (101, 103) for generating a block of input modulation symbols for example from received data bits. An M-point discrete Fourier transform (105) is applied to the block of input modulation symbols resulting in a frequency domain symbol block. This block is fed to an N-point inverse discrete Fourier transform (105) (N>M) thereby generating a time domain transmit signal. In addition, the transmitter (200) comprises an inter-symbol processor (201) which determines inter-symbol values corresponding to inter-symbol times of the time domain transmit signal and an attenuation processor (203) which attenuates at least one of the input modulation symbols in response to the inter-symbol values. By attenuating selected input modulation symbol(s) a significantly reduced amplitude variation and specifically peak-to-average amplitude variation can be achieved.

The present invention provides solutions to many of the problems face by hospitalist medicine providers by supporting the ability to manage patient workflow, improve physician communication, integrate with hospital information systems, identify and document accurate diagnosis codes and capture professional fee charges. The system and method of the present invention enforces discipline in the clinical decision making process by ensuring proper and specific diagnoses and documentation thereof. This system supports the diagnosis, reports patient progress, enhances continuity of care through enhanced communication and notification throughout the treatment episode with all clinical and operational providers, automates core measure compliance documentation and ensure proper notification of any program specific risk management initiatives.

A system for facilitating communication of information between an information source positioned inside a refrigerated environment and a position outside the refrigerated environment comprising a transmitter for transmitting a signal including the information, a planar antenna fixed to a gasket for resonating the transmitted signal, the gasket providing a seal between the refrigerated compartment and a door providing access to the refrigerated compartment, and a receiver for receiving the signal including the information. The information could include information concerning at least one container positioned in a refrigerated environment. The system may utilize a Wi-Fi device, a Bluetooth® device, RFID device, or other devices for transmitting the information.

An Internet-based communication system includes a user computer running a web browser and web applications, a web server located in an internal enterprise network, an encrypting VPN gateway connectable to the user computer and to the web server, said gateway running an integrated web portal server, which is addressable by the web browser providing links to webpages and web applications on the web server, wherein a proxy layer module is implemented in the user computer between the web browser and web application and downloaded from the VPN gateway by the web browser, and wherein said module defines a proxy functionality, the functions of which are executed in a JS engine of the web browser and include analyzing and changing JS code of any web application which is also downloaded from the VPN gateway but originates from web servers not located in the internal enterprise network.

Example apparatus, systems and methods to communicate between a control agent and an edge device via a cloud broker are disclosed and described herein. An example apparatus includes a processor configured to receive a first instruction from a first control agent for an edge device, the first instruction associated with a first schedule of settings for a target, the target accessible via an edge device. The example processor is configured to analyze the first instruction to identify a conflict between the first instruction and a second instruction, the second instruction associated with a second control agent. When no conflict is identified, the example processor is configured to provide the first instruction to the edge device for relay to the target. When a conflict is identified between the first instruction and the second instruction, the example processor is configured to mediate the conflict and provide an outcome to the edge device.

A system for bus communication includes a first port coupled to a bus, comprising a first engine configured to respond to bus signals on the bus, according to a predetermined protocol. A second port couples to the bus, comprising a second engine configured to respond to bus signals according to the predetermined protocol. A control module couples to the second port and is configured to receive a port state signal, and to disable the second port based on the received port state signal.

A computer system, computer program product and method of optimizing the positioning of objects for transportation that includes a processor obtaining information describing at least one rack, where the rack includes one or more shelves and determining load parameters related to the rack. The processor also obtains order information that includes data describing objects in an order, at least in part from a memory resource. Based on obtaining the order information, the processor creates one or more buffer elements. Each buffer element represents a quantity of objects of the plurality of objects that can fit on a given shelf. Based on the load parameters, the processor analyzes each shelf and assigns a shelf type variable to each shelf and the processor determines the amount of objects that can fit on the individual. Based on the shelf type variable, the processor assigns shelves to each buffer element.

A reader for wirelessly receiving a signal from a tag, the signal having a portion on a first side, a portion on a second side and a synchronization sequence to be detected between the first and the second side, wherein the portion on the first side, the synchronization sequence and the portion on the second side are serially arranged with each other, has a processor. The processor is configured for storing the received signal, for detecting the synchronization sequence in the received signal, for calculating a transmission characteristic between the tag and the reader, using the portion of the received signal on the first side and for extracting a payload information from the portion of the received signal on the second side, using the calculated transmission characteristic.

Methods, apparatus, and systems for calibration and correction of data communications over a multi-wire, multi-phase interface are disclosed. In particular, calibration is provided for data communication devices coupled to a 3-line interface. The calibration includes generating and transmitting a calibration pattern on the 3-line interface, where the generation of the pattern includes toggling two of three interface lines from one voltage level to another voltage level over a predetermined time interval. Furthermore, the generation of the pattern includes maintaining a remaining third interface line at a common mode voltage level over the predetermined time interval, wherein only a single transition occurs for the predetermined time interval. Calibration data may then be derived in a receiver device using the transmitted calibration pattern.

A method for documenting informed consent includes obtaining a video recording of a patient indicative of informed consent, communicating the video recording across a network for data storage, and storing the video recording in a computer readable data storage medium. The video may include additional portions of a patient encounter. A software application for executing on a computing device may provide a user interface for displaying an educational video to the individual using the software application executing on the computing device, the educational video containing educational content about the procedure for which the informed consent is desired, obtaining video evidencing informed consent for the procedure, administering a quiz to the individual, presenting a document for signature to the individual, receiving a signature for the document from the individual.