Abstract: Some embodiments are directed to a system for harvesting biomass, usable to manufacture biofuel, from discrete biomass receptacles in which the biomass has been cultivated. The system can include multiple harvesters disposed at least in part vertically above the receptacles and configured to simultaneously harvest the biomass from the receptacles. Each of the harvesters can include: multiple harvesting baskets configured to be lowered from above the receptacles and into each of the receptacles; multiple sensors disposed to sense growth conditions within the harvesting baskets; and a controller configured to communicate with each sensor of the multiple sensors, and based on data received from the sensors, configured to control harvesting patterns of each harvester to enhance biomass material growth within the receptacles.

Abstract: A method for calibrating a map of an autonomous robot, a trajectory of the autonomous robot, or a combination thereof includes obtaining localization data from a localization sensor of the autonomous robot and determining whether a calibration condition of the autonomous robot is satisfied based on the localization data. The method includes, in response to the calibration condition being satisfied: determining a master position coordinate of the autonomous robot based on a plurality of radio frequency (RF) signals broadcasted by a plurality of RF tags, converting the master position coordinate to a local position coordinate of the autonomous robot, and selectively updating the map, the trajectory, or a combination thereof based on the local position coordinate of the autonomous robot.

Abstract: This document describes techniques and systems that enable an input-mode notification for a multi-input mode. A radar field enables an electronic device to accurately determine the presence or absence of a user near the electronic device. Further, the electronic device can determine whether an application that can receive input through radar-based gestures is operating on the electronic device. Using these techniques, the electronic device can present an input-mode notification on a display of the electronic device when the user is near to alert the user that radar gesture input is available for interacting with the electronic device. This allows the device to provide the user with feedback that can educate the user about what the electronic device is capable of, and allows the user to take advantage of the additional functionality and features provided by the availability of the radar gestures.

Abstract: An electrochemical cell that cycles lithium ions includes a positive electrode, a negative electrode current collector spaced apart from the positive electrode, and an ionically conductive electrolyte disposed between the positive electrode and the negative electrode current collector. The negative electrode current collector is of unitary one-piece construction and has a three-dimensional porous structure that defines an interconnected network of open pores. During charging of the electrochemical cell, lithium metal is deposited within the open pores of the negative electrode current collector.

Abstract: A damp cap management system (DCMS) for receiving, storing, drying, and transporting caps, coverings, and other applicable items. The DCMS may have a clam shaped case that can lay flat opened or be snapped shut securely. Inside flaps may be adjusted and stand at different angles, or lay flat, so caps can be installed on them to dry. The case and flaps may have apertures for ventilation and continuous air circulation even when the case is closed. The case may have internal motorized fan(s) for faster drying of the cap(s). The case may have a utility loop attached at the top and internal pocket(s). The flaps may be attached to a cross bar that runs across the length of the case at the bottom and is connected to stop plugs that fit into slots to enable the flaps to stand vertically when the case is opened and laid flat.

Abstract: Embodiments of golf club heads and methods to manufacture golf club heads are generally described herein. In one example, a golf club head may include a body portion having a front portion, a rear portion, a toe portion, a heel portion, a bottom portion, a top portion. The top portion may include a heel-side top portion, a toe-side top portion, and a raised central top portion between the heel-side top portion and toe-side top portion. The top portion may include a toe-side integral rib and a heel-side integral rib. Other examples and embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: This document relates to compilation of source code into services. One example method involves receiving input source code, identifying data dependencies in the input source code, and identifying immutability points in the input source code based at least on the data dependencies. The example method also involves converting at least some of the input source code occurring after the immutability points to one or more service modules.

Abstract: A tool for implementing a correction plan in an external fixation frame having a plurality of adjustment elements or screws, for example, generally includes a driver, a motor, a controller, and a processor. The driver is adapted to engage and rotate each of the screws. The motor is coupled the driver and adapted to rotate the driver. The controller is connected to the motor and configured to control operation of the motor. The processor adapted configured to: receive correction plan data; receive identification data including information for identifying at least one of the plurality of screws; determine movement of at least one of the plurality of the screws based on the correction plan data and the identification data; and send signals indicative of the determined movement to the controller in order to rotate at least one of the plurality of screws according to a predetermined correction plan.

Abstract: A system for handling particulate material includes a chute. The chute includes a main conduit and first and second branch conduits that extend from the main conduit. The chute includes a flow adjuster configured to alter a flow distribution of the particulate material between the first and second branch conduits. In an example operation, first and second containers are placed onto a shuttle on a transfer conveyor. The transfer conveyor moves the shuttle with the first and second containers beneath the chute to place the first container under the first branch conduit and the second container under the second branch conduit. The containers are loaded with particulate material distributed through the chute. Then the containers are moved away from the chute.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for activating a card using augmented reality. The systems and methods may include capturing a real-time image of the card using a customer device, and extracting card information from the real-time image. The card information may be processed and used by a customer device or a financial provider server to activate the card. The customer device may display interactive graphics overlaid on the real-time card image to guide the customer through the activation process, and to educate the customer about the components of the card and aspects of the financial service associated with the card, such as a credit card service. The customer may interact with the overlaid graphics such as by selecting icons or portions of the card to trigger tutorials or to set preferences related to the card and/or financial service.

Abstract: A system may include one or more tangible, non-transitory computer-readable media having stored thereon instructions, the instructions when executed to instruct one or more processors to: receive a platform-independent access binding data structure (a PIAB data structure), the PIAB data structure comprising a platform-independent representation of a subject class, a verb, an object, and a binding comprising a permission for the subject class to perform the verb on the object; convert the PIAB data structure to a first platform-specific binding for a first target platform; and cause the first platform-specific binding to be implemented on the first target platform.

Abstract: In some examples, an apparatus for image/video processing includes processing circuitry. The processing circuitry determines, from a coded bitstream that carries a compressed image, a value of a parameter for tuning a compression rate of the compressed image. The compressed image is generated by a neural network based encoder according to the value of the parameter. The processing circuitry inputs the value of the parameter to a multi-rate compression domain computer vision task decoder, the multi-rate compression domain computer vision task decoder includes one or more neural networks for performing a computer vision task from compressed images according to corresponding values of the parameter that are used for generating the compressed images. The multi-rate compression domain computer vision task decoder generates a computer vision task result according to the compressed image in the coded bitstream and the value of the parameter.

Abstract: Animal-free cheesemaking leveraging mycelium fermentation and microbial bio-design techniques facilitate production of plant-based cheese that exhibits enhanced flavor and texture. In one embodiment, the plant-based cheese is mozzarella, and a manufacturing method begins by fermenting a first mixture of soaked cashews and aquafaba liquid to produce cultured cashews. The cultured cashews are then blended into a second mixture together with additional aquafaba liquid, water, and a pea protein derived from mycelium fermentation. A preferred pea protein is shiitake-fermented pea protein. The second mixture is agitated through several mixing cycles while being progressively heated to produce a liquid blend, which blend is then extruded into the cheese composition. A filling and pack out operation is then applied to the cheese composition to produce the finished product, typically in the form of a mozzarella chub.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing fine particles of an aromatic copolyester, the process comprising the melt-blending of the aromatic copolyester with a polyester polymer (PE), the cooling the blend and the recovery of the particles by dissolution of the PE into water. The present invention also relates to aromatic copolyester particles obtained therefrom and to the use of these particles in to make coatings or films.

Abstract: Systems and methods of the present disclosure are directed to providing remote access capabilities in information technology infrastructure. In particular, systems and methods of the present disclosure can establish a connection between a remote computing device and a host computing device, transition a system session of the remote computing device to an interactive state, display a hidden desktop within the transitioned system session, and present a user interface on the hidden desktop. The user interface can include an icon that launches a second application of the remote computing device within the transitioned system session. In response to a command from the host computing device, the hidden desktop can be terminated.

Abstract: The invention provides to improved methods for the modification of genes in plant cells, and plants and seeds derived therefrom. More specifically, the invention relates to the increased efficiency of targeted gene mutation by combining gene repair oligonucleotides with approaches that enhance the availability of components of the target cell gene repair mechanisms.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure relate to assisting a requestor to manage activities a cross a plurality of diverse actors. In examples, a system is provided that includes at least one processor, and memory storing instructions that, when executed by the at least one processor, causes the system to perform a set of operations. The set of operations include receiving a request for a task to be completed, from the requestor, receiving actor context data, recording an assignment of the task to an actor, based on the actor context data, generating a communication to request that the actor complete the assigned task, and sending the communication to the actor.

Abstract: Implementations of the subject matter described herein provide a solution for rate control based on reinforcement learning. In this solution, an encoding state of a video encoder is determined, the encoding state being associated with encoding of a first video unit by the video encoder. An encoding parameter associated with rate control in the video encoder is determined by a reinforcement learning model and based on the encoding state of the video encoder. A second video unit different from the first video unit is encoded based on the encoding parameter. In this way, it is possible to achieve a better quality of experience (QOE) for real time communication with computation overhead being reduced.

Abstract: Systems and methods for coding and decoding are provided. A method includes encoding a video stream including video data partitioned into a plurality of layers, wherein the encoding includes determining whether a first picture of the video stream is to be output based on a syntax element that indicates a mode of output layer set signaling.

Abstract: Insulated electrode fixture has an electrically conductive body with a receiving channel configured to receive a workpiece and an insert that is electrically isolated from the electrically conductive body is located on the first side and circumferential to the receiving channel. During welding processes, portions of the surface of the electrode fixture are electrically insulated from contact by a weld upset by the electrically isolated insert. Variations include an electrically isolated insert located on or inset into the surface of the electrode fixture, an insert of a non-conductive material located on or inset into the surface of the electrode fixture, an insert with a coating of a non-conductive material located on or inset into the surface of the electrode fixture, a non-conductive coating on the electrode fixture (except for in areas designated for conducting the weld current during resistance welding), or combinations thereof.