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Mouse That Creates A Trust Relationship With A Pc So If Any Other Mice Are Detected And Attempting To Be Used While The Primary Mouse Is Active Then Only The Primary Mouse Is Recognized., Hp Inc

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This disclosure relates to the field of creating a mechanism for the priority use of a PC mouse which enables a parent or teacher to take control of the mouse pointer on a child or students PC. In Special Education we run across issues such as involuntary hand movements, button presses, and incorrect actions performed by students during a lesson. Many teachers find little hacks around some of the issues. However, none of the solutions solve the whole stack of problems. We aim to solve that.

Automatic Input Switching Method And System For Display Devices, Hp Inc

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This paper describes an automatic input switching method and system for display devices connected to multiple computers. The system addresses the inconvenience of manually switching display inputs in multi-computer environments by automatically switching to the user's preferred computer based on signal detection and user preferences. This user-friendly solution offers a more efficient workflow.

The Composite Projection Configuration Which Simultaneously Exhibits Dimensionally Identical 2 Virtual Content Displaying Areas In The Field Of View Where Each Area Has A Different Resolution., Punarjeewa Abeysekera

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This paper describes a composite projection configuration which simultaneously exhibits dimensionally identical 2 virtual content displaying areas in the field of view where each area has a different resolution. The composite projection configuration consists of a large video display with a resolution of 4R units, 4 identical convex lens stacks, 4 cyclically arranged identical beam splitters and 4 cyclically arranged small video displays where each small display has a resolution of 4R units. The composite projection configuration will have the capability to simultaneously project 2 content displaying areas into the field of view of the user of the composite projection …

Phosphoric(P) Free Chemical Polishing Solution On Al Anodizing Chassis, Hp Inc

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Aluminium anodizing has been used for finishing aluminium housings for electronic devices such as laptop computers and mobile telecommunications devices such as tablet devices and mobile telephony devices such as smartphones.

The whole aluminium anodizing process comprises three steps, pre-treatment, anodizing oxidization, and post-treatment. A key step in pre-treatment is chemical polishing. Chemical polishing a preparation step of anodizing the surface of the housing before the first anodizing step. The step is a selective-dissolution process, in which the high points of a rough surface of aluminium are attacked more rapidly than the depressions, and the peaks and valleys are smoothed …

Method And System Of Smart Data Selection For Continual Model Training, Zhuoyi Wang, Weijia Xu, Pei Yang, Chao Chen, Dan Wang

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The present disclosure relates to a method and system (102) for smart data selection for continuous training of the machine learning model (104). The system (102) is configured to perform a mini-batch representation by calculating a gradient vector for each data point in a mini-batch and assess the mini-batch-level similarity. It may be configured to measure how well a given data instance describes a current task at each training step of the machine learning model (104) and to minimize redundancy among one or more data samples of the current task to ensure that the selected coreset covers a diverse range …

Llm-Guided Homogenization Of Structured Data With Missing Attributes, Jyrki Alakuijala, Vivek Munagala

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Structured data gathered from multiple diverse sources may be available in a variety of forms and differing levels of completeness. Some of the missing data may be available in unstructured form, while other attributes may be unknown. This disclosure describes the use of a chatbot, e.g., powered by a large language model, to automatically complete and homogenize structured data. The chatbot is provided a prompt with the available structured and unstructured data, listing the missing attributes. The prompt includes a command that specifies a response format. The chatbot may extract information from the input unstructured data or independently generate values …

Molded Fiber Packaging With Integrated Restrained Accessory Storage, Hp Inc

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In this disclosure, we describe a folding molded fiber design that integrates a storage compartment for storing product accessories and lower level material. This enables the ability to eliminate a secondary storage container, typically out of folded cardboard, to reduce added packaging cost.

Qkd-Native Pluggable Transceiver, Dan Holme

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Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) architectures are being introduced as a mechanism to facilitate secure network communications through the use of quantum keys that can be distributed to nodes seeking to communicate via a secure connection/communication session. With the introduction of QKD architectures, hardware development opportunities exist, particularly with regard to hardware that can be utilized to perform quantum-secure communications within a QKD architecture. Presented herein is a QKD-native pluggable transceiver that may be utilized by nodes within a QKD network architecture to support quantum-secure communications among the nodes.

Combo Connector Of Usbc Port And K-Lock Port, Hp Inc

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Idea Thinking:

• To enhance the experience of NB user interface & product value adding.
• The K-lock hole is permanent exist and used to specific locations, such as Stores, exhibition, and high security Lab’s PC locked on desk.
• We review the NB IO port usage status and found K-lock hole occupied but useless in end user. Our team decide to redefine the k-lock hole to give addition value. We don’t remove k-lock feature, instead add an optional USBC port to laptop. K-lock hole will show up when you need it. (K-lock as known as Kensington Lock)
• Default port show up is …

Multiple Offloaded And Filtered Ble Advertisement Scanners, Jack He

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Scanning operations in Bluetooth low energy (BLE) can be offloaded from the application processor to an auxiliary chip to save power. However, when scanning operations of multiple Bluetooth applications with differing scan intervals and scan windows are merged, power consumption can actually go up because the more frequent scanner can dominate the scanning schedule. This disclosure describes techniques to reduce power consumption during offloaded scan-filtering operations of multiple simultaneous Bluetooth low energy scanners. The Bluetooth controller is made capable of processing multiple scan intervals and scan windows by setting the scan epoch to the greatest common divisor of the scan …

Targeted Video Selection Using Llm-Guided, Interactive Semantic Search, D Shin

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Video search interfaces enable users to enter keywords or phrases in a search box to search for videos. However, when initial search results do not meet the user’s needs, users have to re-initiate the search with a modified set of keywords with corresponding new results, which is inefficient and does not utilize information from the previous search. This disclosure describes techniques that enable users to perform interactive video search with iterative use of a large language model (LLM) to identify matching search results. If initial query results are unsatisfactory, the user can provide additional clarifying input in the search box. …

Using Target Wake Time To Mitigate The Effects Of Scanning On Latency In Wifi, Ahmed Elarabawy

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WiFi scanning causes the radio to go off-channel to scan for other channels in the WiFi band. This results in excessive latency or breakage in connectivity for latency sensitive applications. This disclosure describes techniques that leverage the target wake time (TWT) feature of WiFi to reduce or eliminate latency or breakages in connectivity arising from scanning. Prior to running a scan, the device sets up a TWT session. Parameters of the TWT session such as service period, session interval, etc. are selected according to the latency requirements of the device. Uninterrupted scans are performed using the main core of the …

The Composite Projection Configuration Which Utilizes A Single Video Display Where The Composite Projection Configuration Contains A Collection Of Convex Lens Stacks That Exhibits 4 Unique Focal Length Categories., Punarjeewa Abeysekera

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This paper describes a composite projection configuration which utilizes a single video display where the projection configuration contains a collection of convex lens stacks that exhibits 4 unique focal length categories. The composite projection configuration will consists of 8 identical vertically oriented sub projection configurations. Each identical vertically oriented sub projection configuration, will be structured into an upper section and a lower section. The upper section containing within the generally utilized vertically oriented sub projection configuration, will contain 4 convex lens stacks, 8 reflecting surfaces and 4 active video screen portions utilized from a commonly utilized video display that are …

Access Control Based On Entire Request Path, David Challoner

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A technique is proposed for signaling when a request path leaves the permissible regions by considering the entire request path as an authorization signal. A data access controller, after receiving a data access request, can determine whether the requested data is subject to regional limitations. If the data is subject to such limitations, the data access controller determines whether each device of the request path is within permissible regions of applicable data controls. The data access controller can also use a device inventory database to apply additional controls based on the characteristics of devices in the request path. If a …

Smbus Isolation Address Conflict Detection And Resolution Using Dynamic Addressing To Discover Isolation Channel Addresses, Hp Inc

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A BIOS/FW controlled set of address pins used to adjust and set SMBUS isolation addresses dynamically during a system booting to detect and resolve any address conflict between said SMBUS isolation and channels behind each isolation. When addressed dynamically, isolations can be opened and closed without getting into an undesired state where a channel is open and contains the same address as the isolation. FW code can be made aware of a conflict and react to provide an alternative address for the isolation.

Notebook Battery Retrieval And Assembly System., Hp Inc

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This disclosure relates to the field of personal mobile electronic systems.

As right to repair mandates promote end user service of personal mobile electronic systems, a method to avoid accidental damage of non-rigid battery packs during service by the end user is warranted. The potential exists to damage the internal structure of a non rigid battery pack, typically constructed using lithium polymer cells, by dropping the battery or dropping a tool onto the battery. Damage to the internal structure of a lithium polymer cell can be catastrophic at the time of damage or at a later time.

For reasons of …

Host Aware Iot Dock, Hp Inc

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Nowadays, it is common that user use dock to connect many devices, such as USB devices, monitors as well as mini desktop/workstation or computers.

Host computers have different power mode, thought that, traditional dock do not know that and cannot optimize the power management as well as detect and show abnormal status. It is a true panic for user that when host in power saving mode, but the fan speed of dock is fully turn on and make a noise or system in power saving mode but drain a lot of current in USB. Here we provide a method to …

Network Egress Load Prediction Using Artificial Neural Network (Ann) Models, N/A

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The technology described here is about predicting future network traffic conditions in a network of computing devices, using a machine learning model, such as a long short-term memory (LSTM) model. An LSTM model is trained on network traffic data, which characterizes or quantifies traffic conditions on different links or devices of a network. The output of the trained model is a prediction of traffic conditions over the network within a future time window, for example within the next minutes, hours, days, or longer. The model is trained with a weighted version of the root mean squared error (RMSE) error function, …

A Method To Establish Network Connectivity Between Printer & Printing End Points Using Out Of Band Discovery Mechanism, Hp Inc

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Most of the modern-day devices like printers, scanners etc. are Wi-Fi enabled. It has been observed that various environmental factors cause connectivity loss between computer and these devices. In this disclosure we propose a method to automatically restore the connectivity between these devices and the computer.

Llm-Based Natural Conversational Agent With Speech Collision Detection For Early Prompt Abort, D Shin

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Virtual assistants, chatbots, and other natural language conversational agents enable users to provide spoken or text queries in a natural manner and receive responses. Such conversational agents can utilize large language models (LLMs) as a backend mechanism for query interpretation and response generation. When a user pauses or otherwise interrupts the query input, or modifies query input, the LLM may generate and provide a response to the original query rather than the user’s intended query. This disclosure describes techniques that enable on the fly query interpretation and updates to response generation when a user in conversation with a conversational agent …

Innovative Proposal For Sustainable Recycling Of Semiconductor-Coated Aluminium Cylinders, Hp Inc

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In the ever-evolving landscape of high-tech industries, innovation that not only advances technology but also addresses economic and environmental concerns is paramount. The following comprehensive proposal delves into the intricacies of recycling semiconductor-coated metal (e.g., aluminium) cylinders (or any other shape for this matter)—a fundamental component within xerography technology in general, and more specifically for present and future technology. By facilitating efficient recycling, this solution not only contributes to environmental sustainability but also offers significant cost reductions in manufacturing and the bill of materials.

System And Method For Providing Transaction Authentication Without Prompting A Cardholder To Input Pin, Habeeb Shaik Khadar, Vinod Kumar Pinniboyina, Deepak Irukula

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The present disclosure discloses a system and method for authenticating a card payment by providing PIN to quickly complete a purchase at a retail checkout terminal. The method enhances the way in which the retail payment system environment collects the PIN for authenticating a card payment by providing temporary PIN storage on card which may enable the cardholder to enter the PIN on the card and store it temporarily for use at the time of payment, verifying the cardholder using the PIN provided by the cardholder on the card, and authenticating the transaction.

Predictive Smart Acoustic Modeling For Power Consumption Handling In Audio Playback, Chung-Lun Li

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Portable devices such as mobile phones, tablets, rechargeable smart speakers, etc. that are capable of audio playback via device speakers rely on the device battery as a power source. However, to deliver high quality audio playback is a power hungry activity, and places substantial demands on the device battery. Traditional approaches to conserve power such as amplifier gain/volume attenuation, use of equalizer filters, boost current limiter, etc. can lead to lower audio quality and consequently, a subpar user experience. This disclosure describes a mechanism to control and optimize power consumption for audio playback in a battery-powered device with minimal impact …

Facilitating Fast Emergency Wi-Fi Access In An Openroaming Environment, Malcolm Smith, Scott Ross Blue, Matthew S Macpherson

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Wi-Fi 7 has introduced the Emergency Preparedness Communication Service (EPCS) in support of End-to-End (E2E) Multimedia Priority Services Communications (MPS), which provides preferred or prioritized channel access (PCA) over public/private Wi-Fi networks in emergency service (ES) or enhanced 911 (E911) scenarios. While EPCS may be useful in providing a priority/Quality of Service (QoS) in ES/E911 scenarios, the service does not address challenges of fast access to a wireless local area network (WLAN) in certain environments, such OpenRoaming environments. This proposal provides techniques through which OpenRoaming can be extended to support EPCS in a straightforward manner that can improve service access …

Proof Of Production For Designers, Hp Inc

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The context of this disclosure is a designer selling copies of their work to customers through a seller platform. The main challenges addressed by this disclosure are the following:

- as a copy buyer/copy owner, how to verify that a copy was issued by a specific designer?

- as a copy buyer/copy owner, how to verify how many copies exist for a specific design?

- as a designer, how to verify that no copy was produced without their knowledge?

This disclosure introduces a hash tree structure keeping track of copies and their lifecycle for a specific designer. This hash tree …

Print Copy Identifying Traits And Secure Binding, Hp Inc

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This disclosure introduces a set of identifying traits, that is defined and securely recorded when a print is sold. These identifying traits give a buyer an accurate representation of what the printed copy will be and provide details that can later on be verified on the physical copy by the buyer. If the printed copy doesn’t match what was originally defined, the buyer can challenge the seller and prove discrepancies. This is especially useful when the source design is sensitive and shouldn’t be revealed to the buyer: enough information must be provided so the buyer knows what they are buying, …

Localized Segregation Of Multi-Sized Particles In Powder Beds By Targeted Fluidization, Hp Inc

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This technical disclosure features performing localized segregation of particles in a powder bed of uniform thickness on a rigid substrate. Localized segregation at a region of the powder bed is achieved by particle fluidization induced by a gas flow directed radially outward from the gap between the substrate and the source. For gas flows with small velocity, fluidization can be induced with assistance from soundwaves directed toward the powder bed. Parameters controlling the segregation effectiveness and patterns of segregated particles include gas flow rate, powder bed thickness, powder composition, and translational velocity of the gas source. This technical disclosure provides …

Ebola Distribution Prediction In Africa

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Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) is a deadly illness with a fatality rate around 50%, which can spike to 90% during outbreaks. First identified in 1976 near the Ebola River in the Democratic Republic of Congo, EVD has caused sporadic but devastating outbreaks. The recent epidemic in West Africa is the most significant yet, affecting Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia the most due to their weak healthcare systems. This situation has highlighted the need for better global health security and international cooperation to manage such diseases. Our paper focuses on these three countries to analyze the outbreak and response strategies, aiming …

Stories-Forward Hotel And Shopping Search Experience, Diego Baron, Aparna Ramchandran, Judy Mou, Greg Backstrom, Eric Cai, Eric Zolayvar, Hoyeong Lee, Chi Zhang, Page Ivy, Hugo Boisselle-Morin

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When searching the internet on a phone for hotel or rental accommodations, users are inundated with multiple sources of information and options. Hotel search platforms currently provide consumers with aggregated results that require users to vertically scroll through static lists and generic property detail pages which can be overwhelming and time consuming. The new stories-forward platform described below overcomes these challenges and makes content consumption faster and more engaging by providing a visually-rich user interface experience with vertical and horizontal navigation within a story, as well as easy access to additional on-demand details without losing context.

Adaptive Noise Hopping To Enhance Wlan Performance, Hp Inc

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Wi-Fi7 is the latest version of WLAN standard in the world so far and spec will be official launched in May 2024. It has many new features added in the spec like 4096QAM, Preamble Puncturing, MLO...

The solution is to use Wi-Fi7 Preamble Puncturing technique to puncture and ignore system noise as well as co-channel air interference to prevent damage WLAN transmission and secure good performance.