
Web3 defines a decentralized internet architecture built on blockchain technology, enabling peer-to-peer interactions without intermediaries through smart contracts and cryptographic protocols. Core components include decentralized applications (dApps), token economies, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). Innovations focus on scalability solutions, interoperability across multiple blockchains, privacy enhancements via zero-knowledge proofs, and decentralized identity frameworks. The original updated collection hereafter aggregates the latest scholarly articles and patents detailing advancements in consensus algorithms, layer 2 protocols, cross-chain bridges, and governance models shaping the evolution of Web3 ecosystems.
This is our latest selection of worldwide publications and patents in english on Web3, between many scientific online journals, classified and focused on Web3, decentralized applications, dApps, Blockchain, smart contract, Ethereum, decentralized finance, DeFi, Non-Fungible Token, NFT, decentralized autonomous organizations, DAO, tokenization, cryptographic wallet, Layer 2 scaling, consensus mechanism, proof of stake, proof of work, decentralized identity, Web3 browser, Metaverse, decentralized storage, IPFS, gas fees, zero-knowledge proof, cross-chain bridge, token economic and decentralized governance.
Bearing cage with circumferential lubricant passages
Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in US under Ref US20260146651 by AB SKF [SE] (Allison Bryan D [us], Larsen Brian [us])
Abstract: A cage is provided for a bearing, the bearing including an inner body having an inner raceway surface, an outer body disposed about the inner body so as to define an annular space, the outer body having an outer raceway surface, and a plurality of rolling elements disposed within the annular space and rollable simultaneously upon the inner raceway surface and the outer raceway surface. The cage includes an annular body disposeable within the annular space between the inner body and the outer bod[...]
Our summary: The bearing cage features circumferential lubricant passages that retain and distribute grease. It includes an annular body with pockets for rolling elements. The design facilitates lubricant displacement between adjacent pockets to ensure optimal performance.
Bearing cage, lubricant passages, rolling elements, annular space
Patent
Systems and methods for resolving chaincode execution interruption in a blockchain network
Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in US under Ref US20260147662 by VERIZON PATENT AND LICENSING INC [US] (Khan Ahmed A [us], Alsadi Mohammed [us], Jimenez Joel [us], Coursen Carl Paul [us])
Abstract: A system described herein may receive a request to perform a blockchain operation that includes a set of computations; identify portions of the blockchain operation, which each include a respective subset of the set of computations; perform a first subset of computations, of the set of computations, that are associated with a first portion of the blockchain operation; identify a set of outputs that result from performing the first subset of computations; identify, prior to completing the blockch[...]
Our summary: The system resolves chaincode execution interruptions in a blockchain network. It identifies and performs computations in subsets to manage failure conditions. Results are communicated to multiple nodes for recording on the blockchain.
blockchain, chaincode, computation, interruption
Patent
A user-configurable inventory management system and methods of assembling and configuring a user-configurable inventory management system
Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in WO under Ref WO2026110029 by SUPPLY POINT SYSTEMS LTD [GB] (Marriott Christopher Ian [gb], Hewkin Thomas Derrick [gb], Prior David [gb])
Abstract: A user-configurable inventory management system includes an enclosure defining an interior, a compartment assembly disposed within the interior, and sliding hatches coupled to the enclosure. A number of compartments form respective interior spaces. The sliding hatches are arranged to slide along respective sliding axes that are parallel to one another and spaced from one another, and each of the sliding hatches are aligned with a respective one of the compartments and one of the respective acces[...]
Our summary: The system features a user-configurable inventory management design with an enclosure and compartment assembly. It includes sliding hatches that provide access to various compartments within the enclosure. Users can modify the number and size of compartments by dividing or combining sub-compartments.
inventory management, user-configurable, compartment assembly, sliding hatches
Patent
Systems and methods for optimized fingerprinting and tokenization in server drift analysis
Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in US under Ref US20260149639 by BANK OF AMERICA CORP [US] (Alizzi Jason A [us], Lozes John Andres [us], Yu Chia-ho [us], Maniotis Daniel M [us], Bosi Robert [us], Jain Amit [us], Misra Pravesh K [us], Carlson Kevin Roy [us], Simon Matthew E [us], Badawy Tamer [us], Nair Sreeni R [us], Gupta Dharmendra Kumar [in],)
Abstract: Systems, computer program products, and methods are described herein for optimized fingerprinting and tokenization in server drift analysis. The present disclosure is configured to detect configuration drift across entire computer servers by utilizing distributed agents that collect and analyze metadata such as file modification dates, sizes, and cryptographic hashes. These agents sanitize sensitive information and conditionally tokenize environment-specific values, such as server names, IP addr[...]
Our summary: The system optimizes fingerprinting and tokenization for server drift analysis. It utilizes distributed agents to collect and sanitize metadata for accurate configuration comparisons. This automation enhances efficiency, accuracy, and security in large, dynamic environments.
Fingerprinting, Tokenization, Server Drift, Metadata
Patent
"relief valve for surge pressure control in turbocharged engines"
Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in WO under Ref WO2026110196 by HELICAL AUTO TECH INDIA PVT LTD [IN] (Ambekar Vibhas [in], Chaudhari Prashant [in], Barge Shrikant [in], Joshi Tejas Jayant [in], Ambekar Shardul Vibhas [in], Nande Manish Satish [in], Watme Nagesh Babanrao [in])
Abstract: The present invention discloses a relief valve for surge pressure control in turbocharged internal combustion engines The valve comprises body defining stationary elements, and core integrated with bobbin carrying coil winding. An armature interacts with coil winding to enable movement upon energization. A valve ring (124, 624) defines valve seat, while seal (126, 626) and seal ring restrict air leakage between valve ring and support ring. The support ring includes multiple air pockets that dire[...]
Our summary: The invention presents a relief valve designed for surge pressure control in turbocharged engines. It features a body with stationary elements and a core with a coil winding. The valve includes mechanisms to minimize air leakage and ensure rapid response to internal pressure changes.
relief valve, surge pressure control, turbocharged engines, internal combustion engines
Patent
Mobile structure having medical scanning device and method of assembling same
Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in US under Ref US20260146441 by CGS PREMIER INC [US] (Schumann Benjamin Robert [us], Thomas Bradley Raymond [us], Peterson Gregory Richard [us])
Abstract: [0000] A method of assembling a mobile structure having a medical scanning device includes locating a first portion of the mobile structure on a ground surface, the first portion of the mobile structure having the medical scanning device mounted therein. The method includes securing the first portion to the ground surface. The method includes positioning a second portion of the mobile structure relative to the first portion such that an open end of the first portion is positioned adjacent to an [...]
Our summary: The method involves assembling a mobile structure with a medical scanning device. It includes securing the first portion to the ground and positioning the second portion adjacent to it. A winch is used to draw the second portion into place, creating an enclosed space.
mobile structure, medical scanning device, assembly method, winch operation
Patent
Attention-guided transformer architecture for fine-grained style representation in design systems
Published on 2026-05-01 by @OXFORD
Abstract: AbstractInterior design style recognition presents a challenging computational problem due to fine-grained inter-style similarities, complex spatial arrangements, and strong variability in materials, lighting, and layout. From a computational design and engineering perspective, accurately modelling such stylistic variations is essential not only for classification, but also for enabling semantic representation, retrieval, and analysis of design cases within data-driven design systems. However, e[...]
Our summary: This study introduces InDes, a curated dataset for interior design style recognition with 3826 images across five styles. It presents AT3, an attention-guided transformer architecture that enhances feature extraction and global context modeling. The proposed method achieves significant performance improvements in classification accuracy and supports downstream design-oriented tasks.
Attention-guided, transformer architecture, interior design, style recognition
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Its well-defined chemical structure
Published on 2026-03-12 by Ryo Nagumo, Shunsuke Kawashima, Dai Katae, Kenta Yamamoto, Shuichi Iwata @NATURE
Abstract: Polymer Journal, Published online: 12 March 2026; doi:10.1038/s41428-026-01160-xThe origins of the excellent hydrophilicity of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) were investigated using molecular dynamics simulations. The hydrations around the side chains of the constituent pentamer of PVP and its analogs and the self-associations between them were evaluated at the molecular level. In addition to the robust hydration around the side chains, the high-level suppression of self-association, originating fro[...]
Our summary: The study investigates the hydrophilicity of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) using molecular dynamics simulations. It evaluates hydration around PVP s side chains and self-associations. The findings highlight the role of PVP s well-defined chemical structure in its excellent hydrophilicity.
Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Hydrophilicity, Molecular Dynamics, Self-Association
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