Abstract: The disclosed embodiments provide a system for processing a search query. During operation, the system generates, based on one or more embedding layers in a machine learning model, input embeddings of the search query from a user of an online system. Next, the system applies one or more convolution layers in the machine learning model to the input embeddings to generate convolutional output from combinations of the input embeddings. The system then processes the convolutional output using one or more prediction layers in the machine learning model to produce a set of intent scores representing predicted likelihoods of a set of search intentions in the search query. Finally, the system performs a search of one or more verticals in the online system based on the search query and the set of intent scores.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for annotating online content with offline interaction data and offline interaction conversion data is implemented by a content annotating computing device in communication with a memory. The method includes receiving a set of content interaction data based on an online interaction between an online user and a first online content item, identifying at least one physical location associated with the online content provider, determining a set of offline interaction conversion data based on the set of content interaction data and a set of offline interaction data, receiving a second online content item associated with the online content provider, and annotating the second online content item based at least partially on the set of offline interaction conversion data and the set of offline interaction data.

Abstract: A system for storing and shipping samples for cryo-electron microscopy. The system comprising a cassette puck and support platform that accepts commercial cryo-EM sample cassettes and is compatible to a substantial extent with tools used in cryocrystallography. The system can also work with existing Cryo-EM storage and transport puck and cane systems. The cassette puck comprising a receptacle for holding one or more cassettes and a plurality of holes and grooves. The holes and grooves being configured for use with other tools such as tongs, support platforms, and canes.

Abstract: A system and method of charge dissipation by embedded metal connection that includes an image sensor is disclosed. Specific implementations include a semiconductor substrate, an antireflective coating (ARC) layer coupled over the semiconductor substrate, a charge dissipation structure included within the ARC layer, and a passivation layer coupled over the ARC layer.

Abstract: A selectively sealable evacuable storage bag comprises a first side comprising a flexible waterproof bag material having a first peripheral shape, a thickness, a first inner surface and a first outer surface; an opposed second side of the bag material comprising a mirror image of the first side in corresponding engagement with the first side; a waterproof weld joining the first side to the second side and defining an opening and a storage chamber extending between them, the opening configured to receive an article; a valve disposed on the first side or the second side, the valve disposed in a conduit attached to respective side and extending from a conduit opening to an outlet opening; and a selectively openable and closable seal disposed proximate the opening and providing a watertight, dust tight, and airtight seal in a closed condition, wherein in the closed condition the storage chamber is evacuable.

Abstract: A method executed by a computing device includes obtaining fulfillment information of a first longevity-contingent instrument of a set of longevity-contingent instruments. The method further includes verifying authenticity of an asset blockchain-encoded record representing sub-assets to produce an asset authenticity indicator and verifying authenticity of a liability blockchain-encoded record representing sub-liabilities to produce a liability authenticity indicator. When the asset authenticity indicator and the liability authenticity indicators are favorable, the method further includes facilitating exclusion of the first longevity-contingent instrument from the set of longevity-contingent instruments to produce updated sub-assets and updated sub-liabilities. The method further includes updating the asset blockchain-encoded record to represent the updated sub-assets and updating the liability blockchain-encoded record to represent the updated sub-liabilities.

Abstract: A bi-directional valve body for a pneumatic hammer is provided which has non-circular air intake and air exhaust ports within lateral walls of the valve body and which provides for a smaller mass and volume while increasing the efficiency of air flow through the valve body. A length of the valve body is greater than a width, and allows for less resistance of air flow into the lateral walls defined within the respective valve body halves.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method includes predicting, via a predictive analytical model, a time interval associated with a future key-on event for a vehicle. The predictive analytical model is based at least in part on key-on event data. The method includes generating, based at least in part on the predicted time interval, a power mode instruction configured to cause a vehicle Telematics Control Unit (TCU) or Phone as a Key (PaaK) system to change a TCU state from a low energy state to a higher energy state, and transmitting, based on the predicted time interval, the power mode instruction to the vehicle TCU.

Abstract: A system and associated method are described for balancing an electrical parameter associated with stored electric power in a multi-cell battery. A cell charge balancing system determines a first plurality of the electrical parameters associated with respective ones of the plurality of cells, a plurality of first charge parameters associated with the cells, and a first quality index. A second plurality of the electrical parameters are determined, and second charge parameters are determined to determine a second quality index. The first and second quality indices are compared, and a cell charge balancing routine controls the balancing system based upon the first quality index when the first quality index is greater than the second quality index. The cell charge balancing routine controls the cell charge balancing system based upon the second quality index when the first quality index is less than the second quality index.

Abstract: A method for image enhancement on a computing device includes receiving a digital input image depicting a human eye. From the digital input image, the computing device generates a gaze-adjusted image via a gaze adjustment machine learning model by changing an apparent gaze direction of the human eye. From the gaze-adjusted image and potentially in conjunction with the digital input image, the computing device generates a detail-enhanced image via a detail enhancement machine learning model by adding or modifying details. The computing device outputs the detail-enhanced image.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a method of constructing a vehicle. In one embodiment, a length and a width of the vehicle are determined. Material is cut into a first sheet equal to the length of the vehicle, and a second sheet equal to the length of the vehicle. A joint couples the first sheet and the second sheet to form the width of the vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus is presented for refractive beam steering in a LIDAR system. The apparatus includes a first scanner that receives a beam transmitted along an optical axis and projects the beam as a plurality of scan lines in a first plane between a first angle and a second angle, wherein the first angle and the second angle are defined with respect to the optical axis; a motor that is coupled to the first scanner; one or more processors that are configured to generate rotation information based on one or more components of a particular waveform and transmit a signal to the motor, the signal causing the motor to rotate the first scanner based on the rotation information.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments provide a system for performing inference. During operation, the system obtains a graph containing nodes representing members of an online system, edges between pairs of nodes, and edge scores representing confidences in a type of relationship between the pairs of nodes. Next, the system performs a set of iterations that propagate a label for the type of relationship from a first subset of edges to remaining edges in the graph, with each iteration updating a probability of the label for an edge between a pair of nodes based on a subset of edge scores for a second subset of edges connected to one or both nodes in the pair and probabilities of the label for the second subset of edges. The system then performs one or more tasks in the online system based on the probability of the label for the edge.

Abstract: A retrievable in-flow control device (ICD) including a device body having a first end, a second end, an outer surface extending between the first end and the second end, and an internal flow path. A wireline connector is arranged at the first end. A latch mechanism is provided on one of the wireline connector and the device body. A flow control port extends through the outer surface to the internal flow path. An equalizer member including a first flow path for passing a first fluid and a second flow path for resisting flow of a second fluid. The retrievable ICD also includes a flow control device establishes a selected pressure drop of the first fluid through the retrievable ICD.

Abstract: A multi-functional slurry processing system (“VARCOR”) and associated methods is disclosed. The present examples provide a multi-functional slurry processing system incorporating systems and methods for separating liquid and solid components in slurries. In particular the systems and methods described herein produce clean water, dried solids, and potential concentration of desirable constituents with a boiling point lower than water. At least one example of the multi-functional slurry processing system provides a self-contained processing facility configured to efficiently convert high water-content slurries into its constituent solid and liquid fractions and subsequently generating and collecting clean water and concentrating desirable constituents with a boiling point lower than water.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure provide methods and an apparatus including processing circuitry configured to receive workflow information of a workflow. The processing circuitry generates, based on the workflow information, the workflow including a first buffering task and a plurality of processing tasks that includes a first processing task and a second processing task. The first processing task is caused to enter a running state in which a subset of input data is processed and output to the first buffering task as first processed subset data. The first processing task is caused to transition from the running state to a non-running state based on an amount of the first processed subset data in the first buffering task being equal to a first threshold. Subsequently, the second processing task is caused to enter a running state in which the first processed subset data in the first buffering task is processed.

Abstract: Provided is a device for pitch detection within user-defined zones. The device detects a first gesture at a first height based on first output from all or some sensors, and detects a second gesture at a second height based on second output from all or some sensors. The device sets a top and bottom of the user-defined zone based on the first height and the second height, and tracks a location of an object relative to the user-defined zone based on third output, from a subset of sensors, that is generated in response to the object moving over or under the subset of sensors. The device discards output generated from two or more sensors that are not adjacent, measurements from adjacent sensors that differ by more than a distance threshold, and/or output from adjacent sensors with timestamps that differ by more than a time threshold.

Abstract: A sensor assembly includes a housing including a chamber; a first sensor disposed in the chamber and including a first sensor window facing outward from the chamber; a second sensor outside and fixed relative to the chamber, the second sensor including a second sensor window; a blower having a blower outlet in the chamber and having a blower inlet; and a flexible hose extending from a first end positioned to receive ambient air to a second end positioned to direct air into the blower inlet. The housing includes a first outlet from the chamber to the exterior environment, and a second outlet from the second chamber to the exterior environment. The first outlet is positioned to direct air across the first sensor window, and the second outlet is positioned to direct air across the second sensor window.

Abstract: A climate control system for a vehicle comprises a defroster assembly having a temperature sensor that detects an interior temperature of an interior of the vehicle, a camera disposed within the interior that has a lens facing a windshield, and at least one vent directed at the windshield. A body controller that, responsive to a temperature of the interior being less than a temperature threshold, and a light refractive index of the windshield being less than an opacity threshold, outputs a status of the windshield. A telematics communication system that, responsive to the status from the body controller, transmits a notification to an application stored on a mobile telecommunications device.

Abstract: Systems to quickly validate that no runtime exceptions occur when hyperparameter tuning and for employing automatic training model generators before training are disclosed. The system may include operations comprising investigating a hyperparameter space and retrieving a plurality of hyperparameters from the hyperparameter space based on a hyperparameter optimization task, identifying at least one of features, characteristics, or keywords of hyperparameters associated with a model generation task and retrieving the plurality of hyperparameters based on the identification. The operations may further include determining which of the retrieved hyperparameters returns the fastest model run time of the model generation task. The operations may further include launching a model training using the hyperparameters determined to return the fastest model run time of the model generation task and notifying a user and terminating the model training if one or more programmatic errors occur in the launched model training.