Abstract: A computer-implemented method for coding a digital signal intended to be processed by a digital computing system includes the steps of: receiving a sample of the digital signal quantized on a number Nd of bits, decomposing the sample into a plurality of binary words of parameterizable bit size Np, coding the sample through a plurality of pairs of values, each pair comprising one of the binary words and an address corresponding to the position of the binary word in the sample, transmitting the pairs of values to an integration unit in order to carry out a MAC operation between the sample and a weighting coefficient.

Abstract: A transmitarray cell (105) comprises a first antenna element (105a) adapted to switching between two phase states, a second antenna element (105b) adapted to switching between two other phase states and between two circular polarization directions and a coupler (201) coupling the first antenna element to the second antenna element.

Abstract: In a process for separating a mixture containing carbon monoxide, hydrogen and carbon dioxide, the mixture cooled in a heat exchanger is contacted by a stream of liquid methanol at a temperature below ?40° C. to produce carbon dioxide enriched methanol and a carbon dioxide depleted gas relative to the cooled mixture, the carbon dioxide depleted gas is cooled in the heat exchanger and is sent to a separation unit to produce a carbon monoxide enriched stream and a hydrogen enriched stream and the streams enriched in carbon monoxide and hydrogen are heated in the heat exchanger by exchanging heat with the mixture.

Abstract: Hairstyle transfer is challenging due to hair structure differences in the source and target hair. Latent Optimization of Hairstyles via Orthogonalization (LOHO) is an optimization-based approach using GAN inversion to infill missing hair structure details in latent space during hairstyle transfer. Hair is decomposed into three attributes: perceptual structure, appearance, and finer style, and includes tailored losses to model each of these attributes independently. Two-stage optimization and gradient orthogonalization enable disentangled latent space optimization of the three hair attributes. Using LOHO for latent space manipulation, users can synthesize novel photorealistic images by manipulating hair attributes either individually or jointly, transferring the desired attributes from reference hairstyles.

Abstract: A method for generating a reflectometry signal intended to be injected into a transmission line in order to identify the presence of at least one possible fault on the line, the method includes the steps of: generating a first multi-carrier digital signal on a first set of frequency carriers, generating a second corrective multi-carrier digital signal on a second set of frequency carriers separate from the first set, summing the first digital signal and the second corrective digital signal so as to generate a reflectometry signal, normalizing the frequency carriers of the reflectometry signal, the second corrective digital signal being determined so as to reduce the peak to average power ratio of the reflectometry signal with respect to the first digital signal.

Abstract: Disclosed are a cathode active material for a lithium secondary battery including a core containing lithium composite metal oxide, and a coating layer disposed on the core, containing a mixture of lithium oxide, tungsten oxide, boron oxide and phosphorus oxide, and having an amorphous phase, and a lithium secondary battery including the same.

Abstract: A resonant sensor including a support, a proof body suspended from the support and having a resonant frequency ?a, an element that measures a force including at least one resonator of resonant frequency ?rn, the force being applied by the proof body, and a mechanical decoupling structure interposed between the proof body and the resonator. The decoupling structure includes a decoupling mass, a first connecting element between the decoupling mass and the proof body, a second connecting element between the decoupling mass and the resonator, the decoupling structure having a main vibration mode whose resonant frequency ?d is such that ?a<?d<?rn, the decoupling structure forming a mechanical low-pass filter between the proof body and the resonator.

Abstract: A directional antenna network adapted to operate in at least one predetermined frequency band, which includes at least one pair of metal antennas formed by a first metal antenna and a second metal antenna, the second metal antenna being sequentially rotated by a predetermined angle of rotation relative to the first metal antenna, a load circuit, with each metal antenna connected to the load circuit, and a monopole antenna, having a central position in the antenna network, connected to the load circuit. The metal antennas and the monopole antenna are arranged on a ground plane and coupled, with the load circuit being parameterized to provide radiation, the monopole antenna having a destructive contribution of a magnetic transverse radiation mode to obtain radiation by the at least one pair of metal antennas of selected circular polarization.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel precursor particles for preparing a cathode active material including transition metal precursor particles containing one or more transition metals, and one or more of an alkali metal and an alkaline earth metal, wherein the alkali metal and the alkaline earth metal are contained in one or more of inner and outer parts of the transition metal precursor particles, and a novel precursor powder including the novel precursor particles.

Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating product preferences and/or product recommendations are disclosed. Biometric data of the subject are taken into account by the systems and methods in order to determine product preferences and/or product recommendations. Other factors of the subject, although optional, may be also taken into account while determining product preferences and/or product recommendations for a subject. These product preferences or recommendations can be presented to the subject, either automatically via a display device or with assistance from a product consultant. To obtain the biometric data, the subject will be exposed to a number of stimuli, such as fragrance/scent stimuli. Biometric data will then be collected from the subject based on her response to this fragrance/scent stimuli. In some examples, the collected biometric data relates to a subject's event-related potential (ERP)—the measured brain response that is the direct result of a specific sensory, cognitive, or motor event.

Abstract: An electromechanical microsystem including an electromechanical transducer, a deformable diaphragm and a cavity hermetically containing a deformable medium keeping a constant volume under the action of an external pressure change. The deformable diaphragm forms a wall of the cavity and has at least one free area so as to be elastically deformed. The electromechanical transducer is configured so that its movement depends on the change in the external pressure, and vice versa. The free area cooperates with an external member so that its deformation induces, or is induced by, a movement of the external member. Thus, the electromechanical microsystem is adapted to displace the external member or to detect a movement of this member, the electromechanical microsystem includes at least one pin, configured to bear on a peripheral portion of the free area so that a deformation of the free rea causes an inclination of the pin.

Abstract: Various components for artificial candles and other lighting devices are described that can be used to create a realistic flame effect in the devices. The devices include a flame element that extends upwardly from a housing. A light source can be disposed with respect to the flame element such that the flame element is illuminated. A variety of drive mechanisms could be disposed within the body of the device that can cause movement of the flame element with respect to the housing. The flame element can be coupled to a housing or mounting bracket of the device using various components to suspend the flame element within the housing.

Abstract: Methods and systems for VTO provide an augmented reality experience. Webpage components define different VTO experiences for different products/services and different instances (e.g., hair, nail or makeup products with different colors). The components can integrate with a webpage, for example, as an advertisement. When executed on a user device, the components provide a VTO for a particular product including a collection of interfaces that provide a model image experience. Pre-rendered “after” model images using an appropriate VTO engine show the product/services. The after model images can be presented prior to a live user image experience enabled by a corresponding user device executed VTO engine rendering a product instance to a user image. The model experience can be presented while the user image experience (e.g. its VTO engine) is readied. The model experience can be presented in a same/overlapping region as the user image experience, for example.

Abstract: A scanning device, including a body, a scanner coupled with the body, a position sensor coupled to the scanner, a camera configured to take a plurality of images as the scanner moves over a facial feature, and a processor. The processor may be configured to detect a position and a curvature of the facial feature based on the position sensor, combine the plurality of images into a single image, and generate a three-dimensional model of the facial feature. Further, a method including moving a scanning device over a facial feature, taking a plurality of images of the facial feature with a camera as the scanning device moves over the facial feature, detecting a position of the facial feature with the position sensor as the scanning device moves over the facial feature, combining the plurality of images together, and generating a three-dimensional model of the facial feature.

Abstract: Formulation delivery systems, formulation delivery devices, and formulation cartridges for the same are provided. Formulation delivery systems include a reusable handle, a formulation dispensing assembly, and a controller. The formulation dispensing assembly includes a reciprocating nozzle assembly and a pump. The reciprocating nozzle assembly is fluidically-coupleable to the formulation cartridge or the cleaning cartridge received within the reusable handle. Formulation delivery devices include a reusable handle configured to receive a formulation cartridge therein, and a formulation dispensing assembly disposed in the reusable handle. The formulation dispensing assembly includes fluid conduits, a pump fluidically connected to the fluid conduits, a reciprocating nozzle assembly, and a controller. Formulation cartridges include a reusable cartridge body and a formulation cartridge refill unit.

Abstract: A false eyelash system includes a false eyelash and an applicator. The false eyelash has an elongate bridge with a plurality of fibers extending laterally therefrom. The bridge has a plurality of slots sized to receive keratinous fibers therethrough. A channel extends axially through the bridge is sized and configured to receive an elongate placement element of an applicator.

Abstract: A microelectronic device including a first transistor including a first active layer, a second field effect transistor including a second active layer, the second source being electrically connected to the first drain, a first rear electrode and a second rear electrode. The device in addition includes an insulating layer extending, between the first rear electrode and the first active layer, on the one hand, and the second rear electrode and the second active layer, on the other hand. The insulating layer is continuous and has a critical field Ec and a thickness called dielectric thickness e1500 of between 2*e1500,min and 10*e1500,min, with e1500,min=Vtarget/Ec, Vtarget being a target breakdown voltage of the insulating layer, the first dielectric having a heat conductivity ?1 greater than 1 W·m?1·K?1.