Abstract: Disclosed are a power demand side speech interaction method and system. The method includes: obtaining original demand information, the original demand information including user's basic information, user demand information, and a user demand time; converting the original demand information into first information in text format; performing text statistical analysis based on an industry term on the first information in text format, to obtain second information; searching for corresponding user's actual information from a database according to the second information; outputting the user's actual information; searching for a corresponding forecasting model from the database, according to the second information and the user's basic information; calculating, according to a policy limit value of latest policy information in the database, a time for which the model corresponding to the user's basic information reaches the policy limit value; and transmitting an early warning message.

Abstract: A polymer/hydrophilic silica blend is provided comprising (a) a thickening polymer powder, comprising (i) structural units of C4-8 alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer; (ii) structural units of (meth)acrylic acid monomer, and (iii) structural units of a specialized associative monomer of formula (I) wherein R1 is a linear saturated C10-20 alkyl group; and n is an average of 20 to 28; and (b) a hydrophilic silica powder; wherein the weight ratio of hydrophilic silica powder to thickening polymer powder in the polymer/hydrophilic silica blend is 1:9 to 9:1. Also provided are personal care compositions containing same and methods of using same.

Abstract: An instance segmentation method includes: performing feature extraction on an image via a neural network to output features at at least two different hierarchies; extracting region features corresponding to at least one instance candidate region in the image from the features at the at least two different hierarchies, and fusing region features corresponding to a same instance candidate region, to obtain a first fusion feature of each instance candidate region; and performing instance segmentation based on each first fusion feature, to obtain at least one of an instance segmentation result of the corresponding instance candidate region or an instance segmentation result of the image.

Abstract: An image processing method includes: obtaining an image, and performing feature extraction on the image; generating at least one candidate region of the image, and mapping the at least one candidate region into a feature map of the image, one candidate region including one instance; processing the mapped feature map based on a target network for instance segmentation; and indicating an overall structure of an occluded instance in the image by using a perspective mask, and indicating an invisible part of the occluded instance by using a non-perspective mask, the perspective mask and the non-perspective mask representing a relative occlusion relationship of the occluded instance.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide computerized transaction optimization. Embodiments can include compiling a list of transaction scenarios. A list of transaction types is identified based on the transaction scenarios. A list of subjects is identified from the transaction types. A transaction scenario table is then created, where the transaction scenario table includes an entry for transaction type. Multiple transaction type groups are formed, where each transaction type group includes multiple transaction types. A transaction type table is created, where the transaction type table includes the transaction type groups, and corresponding balance types. A list of artifacts is identified for one or more institutions. A mapping of artifacts to transaction types is then performed, where the transaction types are based on the transaction scenarios. In this way, a more comprehensive and improved understanding of products and services based on transaction rules is achieved.

Abstract: An instance segmentation method includes: performing feature extraction on an image via a neural network to output features at at least two different hierarchies; extracting region features corresponding to at least one instance candidate region in the image from the features at the at least two different hierarchies, and fusing region features corresponding to a same instance candidate region, to obtain a first fusion feature of each instance candidate region; and performing instance segmentation based on each first fusion feature, to obtain at least one of an instance segmentation result of the corresponding instance candidate region or an instance segmentation result of the image.

Abstract: A kind of hydrophobic flame-retardant fiber and a preparation method thereof are provided by the present invention. The fiber has a skin-core structure, wherein, the volume ratio of skin to core is in a range of 2:8-6:4; weight percentages of compositions of skin layer material include: 79.9%-88.8% of PET (polyethylene terephthalate), 8%-13% of PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride), 3%-6% of flame-retardant agent, 0.1%-0.5% of compatibilizer, 0.1%-0.6% of coupling agent; weight percentages of compositions of core layer material include: 91%-95% of PET, 5%-9% of flame-retardant agent.

Abstract: A kind of hydrophobic flame-retardant fiber and a preparation method thereof are provided by the present invention. The fiber has a skin-core structure, wherein, the volume ratio of skin to core is in a range of 2:8-6:4; weight percentages of compositions of skin layer material include: 79.9%-88.8% of PET (polyethylene terephthalate), 8%-13% of PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride), 3%-6% of flame-retardant agent, 0.1%-0.5% of compatibilizer, 0.1%-0.6% of coupling agent; weight percentages of compositions of core layer material include: 91%-95% of PET, 5%-9% of flame-retardant agent.

Abstract: The present invention deals with a methodology of incorporating carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into an epoxy matrix and thereby producing epoxy-based CNT nanocomposites. Both the pristine and ozonized CNTs are almost homogeneously dispersed into the resin by this approach. Compared with the pristine CNTs (p-MWCNTs), the ozonized ones (f-MWCNTs) offer considerable improvements on mechanical properties within the epoxy resin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved process of ozonolysis of carbon nanotubes assisted by water vapour. The improved methodology provides an eco-friendly, cheaper, practical and efficient approach to functionalize carbon nanotubes with oxygen-containing moieties for further chemical functionalization and composite dispersion.

Abstract: A methodology is provided for making UV-curable, wear resistant and antistatic coating filled with carbon nanotubes (CNTs). The composition consists of a mixture of CNTs, an acrylate-based monomer, a urethane-acrylate oligomer and a photoinitiator. The present invention provides a coating of which the wear resistance and antistatic properties are dramatically improved in comparison with the polymer substrate. This coating is suitable for protecting a variety of polymer substrates from scratch and electrostatic accumulation.

Abstract: A soft package lithium ion power battery module includes: a battery case, which comprises two face-to-face side walls for providing electrode connection terminal; plurity soft package lithium ion power batteries assembled in the case and each battery comprising positive and negative electrode tab; connectors, which is used for the electrical connection between the said positive and negative electrode tabs alternatively to connect the battery in series or in parallel for forming battery group and then forming the positive and negative pole of the battery group; two positive terminals and two negative terminals are provided on the two face-to-face side walls of the case and exposed to the outside of the case; wherein when the said plurity battery modules are connected in series or in parallel, the said terminals on the side walls are setting in such way that the two terminals on the side wall of the battery module are facing to the two terminals on the side walls of the next battery module,

Abstract: The present invention is directed to new genetic variants or polymorphisms at the perilipin locus (PLIN) including PLIN1: 6209T (allele 1)>C (allele 2); PLIN3 10171 (allele 1) A >T (allele 2); PLIN4: 11482G (allele 1)>A (allele 2); PLIN5: 13041A (allele 1)>G (allele 2) and PLIN6: 14995A (allele 1)>T (allele 2), and their use in diagnostic and prognostic applications for obesity and obesity-related diseases, such as metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease.

Abstract: A lithium ion battery characterized in that a porous elastomer made of non-metal material is provided among the positive and negative electrodes groups, or between the electrodes groups and the inner wall of the shell and the elastomer is in the shape of sheet or stick. The thickness of the elastomer is 0.5 mm-5.0 mm, and the porosity is 10%-80%. The said battery can avoid effectively the expansion of the shell during the cycle of charge and discharge, and can be processed conveniently, and the cyclic life and safety property of the battery can be improved effectively.

Abstract: A soft packaged and high capacity lithium ion battery and the manufacture method of the same, wherein the said battery comprises a battery core sealed by a complex film of aluminum-plastic. The said battery core is laminated by positive electrode plates, negative electrode plates and separators alternatively. The said positive electrode plates and negative electrode plates are divided into coating area and uncoating area along the length direction. The uncoating area of the said plurality positive electrode plates extends from the one side of the said laminated structure and folds over the top surface of the laminated structure to form positive current collector. The uncoating area of the said plurality negative electrode plates also extends from the other side of the said laminated structure and folds over the top surface of the laminated structure to form negative current collector.

Abstract: A lithium-ion battery with medium and small capacity and high output, comprises a shell, a cell core and electrolyte located in the shell; the said cell core obtained by winding anode sheets, cathode sheets and separators between the anode sheets and cathode sheets, the said anode sheets coated with anode active material, the said cathode sheets coated with cathode active material; the said anode active material includes LiMn2O4, especially still includes LiCoO2 and/or LiNiCoO2; the conductivity of the said electrolyte is 11-20 ms/cm; the length of the said anode sheets and cathode sheets is 700-2400 mm, and the thickness is 65-135 ?m.

Abstract: A lithium ion battery characterized in that a porous elastomer made of non-metal material is provided among the positive and negative electrodes groups, or between the electrodes groups and the inner wall of the shell and the elastomer is in the shape of sheet or stick. The thickness of the elastomer is 0.5 mm-5.0 mm, and the porosity is 10%-80%. The said battery can avoid effectively the expansion of the shell during the cycle of charge and discharge, and can be processed conveniently, and the cyclic life and safety property of the battery can be improved effectively.

Abstract: A liquid state lithium ion battery with aluminum-plastic complex film includes an electrode assembly made up of anodes (1), cathodes (2) and diaphragms (3); electrolyte and aluminum-plastic complex film (4), wherein the electrode assembly is surrounded by frame (5), and the frame (5) is formed by injection mold with shaped electrode assemblies as mould.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a high capacity lithium ion secondary battery with metal casing, characterized in that each of the positive terminal or negative terminal includes respectively an upper backing plate, an upper insulator and a lower insulator. The upper backing plate and upper insulator are long-circular piece, two or more rivets pass through the concentric holes on the upper arm of a positive or negative electrode tab, the lower insulator, a sealing cover, the upper insulator and the upper backing plate respectively and rivet them as a whole. The lower arm of the positive electrode tab or negative electrode tab is connected to the corresponding positive or negative electrode tab on a battery core body, and the battery core body is comprised of two or more winded cores in parallel connection.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to new genetic variants or polymorphisms at the perilipin locus (PLIN) including PLIN1: 6209T (allele 1)>C (allele 2); PLIN3 10171 (allele 1) A>T (allele 2); PLIN4: 11482G (allele 1)>A (allele 2); PLIN5: 13041A (allele 1)>G (allele 2) and PLIN6: 14995A (allele 1)>T (allele 2), and their use in diagnostic and prognostic applications for obesity and obesity-related diseases, such as metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease.