Virtualization Features of PCIe Network Cards: ARI and ACS

1 ARI (Alternative Routing-ID Interpretation) 1.1Technical Background To understand ARI, it is essential to grasp the traditional routing ID limitations of PCIe. A PCIe request (such as Memory Read/Write) consists of three parts in the Requester ID: Bus Number (8 bits), Device Number (5 bits), Function Number (3 bits) In traditional mode, a PCIe device … Read more

Using Other Stones to Polish Jade: Insights on LAAC Residual Leak Management

Using Other Stones to Polish Jade: Insights on LAAC Residual Leak Management

Transcatheter left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) is an effective measure to prevent thromboembolic events in patients with atrial fibrillation. The residual leaks at the edge of the occluder (PDL) and thrombus on the occluder surface (DRT) are key concerns and management points post-operation. Similar to LAAC, patients with cerebral aneurysms often undergo coil embolization (CE) … Read more

Microbots That Purify Water By Removing Pathogenic Bacteria

Microbots That Purify Water By Removing Pathogenic Bacteria

Translated by: Mo Yanhua, Qinghai Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Reviewed by: Hu Qian, Chen Zhijin According to information provided by the American Chemical Society, tiny self-propelled robots can trap bacteria and make drinking water safer. The lack of clean water in many parts of the world is a persistent major public health issue. … Read more