Abstract: Disclosed techniques enable cluster-based dynamic content with multi-dimensional vectors for video content analysis. User-specific data vectors on a plurality of users are accessed, which include shopping history and video consumption behavior. A plurality of clusters, based on the user-specific data vectors, is developed. A user, from the plurality of users, is associated with one or more clusters from the plurality of clusters. The user is identified as viewing media content. A container unit is inserted into the media content that is being viewed and is populated with at least one short-form video from a library of short-form videos. The populating is based on the identifying. An ecommerce purchase of a product for sale to the user is enabled. The product for sale is relevant to the one or more clusters and the at least one short-form video. The ecommerce purchase is accomplished within a short-form video window.

Abstract: Techniques for a multi-hosted livestream in an open web ecommerce environment are disclosed. A livestream event that includes a first host and a plurality of viewers is initiated on a website. A product for sale is included in the livestream event that is displayed in a livestream window. A second host is added to the livestream event. The first host and second host appear simultaneously in the livestream event. A product card representing the at least one product for sale is pinned in the livestream window by one of the plurality of hosts. Purchase details of the at least one product for sale are revealed, based on a first action with the product card by a viewer. The revealing is rendered to the viewer. An ecommerce purchase of the product by the viewer is enabled. The ecommerce purchase is accomplished within the livestream window.

Abstract: Systems and methods describe providing alternate redemption options. One aspect involves receiving an order, analyzing consumer information using a redemption options algorithm to obtain redemption options including an alternate redemption option, providing an initial gift notification to a recipient device based on the gift order, the initial gift notification including the alternate redemption option, receiving an alternate redemption request, transmitting an alternate redemption information request, receiving alternate redemption information, adding alternate redemption information to the historical consumer information to obtain updated historical consumer information, training the redemption options algorithm using the updated historical consumer information to obtain an updated redemption options algorithm, and performing an alternate redemption action set using the alternate redemption information.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide techniques for dynamic population of contextually relevant videos in an ecommerce environment. A library of short-form videos is accessed from a server, and one or more short-form videos within the library is associated with a product for sale. In cases where a user searches for a product for sale on a website, a short-form video request is received. One or more short-form videos are selected from the library based on the product associations. In some instances, the video selection is optimized based on metadata, a bid from an advertiser, or machine learning. A container unit is inserted into the website and is dynamically populated with the short-form videos. A microsite is generated, enabling an ecommerce purchase. The microsite can use a product card or display a virtual purchase cart while the video plays.

Abstract: Techniques for object highlighting in an ecommerce short-form video are disclosed. The object highlighting can be associated with a product within the video, defining a highlighted product. The object highlighting can be performed automatically utilizing computer-implemented techniques. A short-form video from a library of short-form videos is accessed. A plurality of objects from a catalog of products featured in the short-form video is recognized. At least one of the plurality of objects displayed by a host is identified. A first object from the plurality of objects is selected. The first object is highlighted, which causes it to be surrounded by a boundary overlay in the short-form video. A representation of the first object is dynamically inserted into an on-screen product card. An ecommerce purchase of the first object is enabled within the short-form video.

Abstract: Fuel cell assemblies comprising at least one thermally compensated coolant channel are provided. The thermally compensated coolant channel has a cross-sectional area that decreases in the coolant flow direction along at least a portion of the channel length. In some embodiments, such thermally compensated coolant channels can be used to provide substantially uniform heat flux, and substantially isothermal conditions, in fuel cells operating with substantially uniform current density.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide techniques for automated video processing. Short-form videos are analyzed and video segments are created from the short-form videos. A related short-form video can be used to create a new video segment, promoting a short-form video. The new video segment is populated on the website by a floating video player or banner ad providing a link to the related short-form video. Video segments can promote and/or demonstrate a product and/or service. The video segments show and describe various aspects of a product. The video segments are disseminated to one or more websites. The video segments can be shown as video thumbnails, banner advertisements, or rich media advertisements. The video segments can be disseminated based on context, and different segments can be provided to different websites. The different video segments can be disseminated based on demographic information, geographic region, and/or other criteria.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to a can having a pattern of radial displacement of material of a malleable can end with respect to a longitudinal axis of a malleable can body. In an illustrative example, the can end may sealingly couple to an open end of the longitudinally extending can body by a circumferential seam to form a sealed cavity. A can-opening dispenser may, for example, include at least one radially displaceable element (RDEL) configured such that, when operated into releasable engagement with the radially patterned seam, the dispenser resists rotation relative to the can about the longitudinal axis of the can. The RDEL may, for example, be radially deflected by operation of a collar in a first rotational direction (FRD). Continued operation of the collar in the FRD may, for example, operate an opening member to open the can. Various embodiments may advantageously provide self-opening dispensers for recyclable cans.

Abstract: Techniques for video manipulation based on machine learned video curating are disclosed. Web page content is loaded, where the content includes a frame for short-form videos. The content of the web page is analyzed for textual information. A short-form video server is accessed. Short-form videos are selected from the short-form video server, where the selecting includes automatically curating the short-form videos. Adaptive learning is used for the selecting, based on a user's web page behavior. The adaptive learning includes collecting the user's web page behavior before the selecting. Automatic curating includes selecting, by a neural network, a subset of short-form videos appropriate for the web page. The web page frame is populated with the short-form videos obtained from the video server. Representations of the short-form videos are displayed within the frame on the web page. The short-form videos are auto played within the frame.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide techniques for search using generative model synthesized images. An image, or set of images, is generated based on a text query, and the generated image or images are used as input to an image-based search query. In some instances, this technique provides more comprehensive and effective search results. In cases where a user wishes to search for something for which no known image currently exists, disclosed embodiments can provide more effective results than a text-based query. Disclosed embodiments generate an input image based on the text query using generative model synthesized image techniques. The input image is used to perform an image-based search, and sorted results are returned. Disclosed embodiments are particularly useful when searching for visual art in the form of images and/or videos.

Abstract: Systems and methods of providing enhanced product visualization on a graphical display include generating a visual frame having a first set of frame dimensions and comprising an inner border and an outer border; receiving a selection of a graphical object to be displayed at least within the outer border of the visual frame on the graphical display; identifying a set of object dimensions of the graphical object; determining an appropriate proportion between the set of frame dimensions and the set of object dimensions such that the graphical object is displayable at least within the outer border of the visual frame on the graphical display; manipulating the set of frame dimensions and/or the set of object dimensions such that the graphical object is displayable within the outer border of the visual frame; and displaying the graphical object at least within the outer border of the visual frame.

Abstract: Techniques for video manipulation using a product card within a short-form video environment are disclosed. Display is accomplished using a video stream interface that can be executed on an electronic device associated with a user. The video stream, such as a short-form video or livestream video, can include one or more products. The display shows product cards associated with the products within the video. The product cards originate from a repository, a third-party website, or some other source. The product information includes text, video, and/or audio content. The user is provided an option to purchase one or more of the products presented within the video by selecting the product card. The viewer selects product cards displayed in front of the video to learn more about the products and/or purchase the products.

Abstract: Techniques for manipulating video livestream background images are disclosed. A short-form video, such as a livestream video or livestream replay video, can be analyzed for context. Computer-implemented techniques may be used for performing entity detection, and can also detect a change in subject based on speech and/or actions of a host individual. The subject can include a particular product. The detecting a change in subject can include detecting a foreground object and identifying the foreground object as a product. The identification of the foreground object as a product can include performing optical character recognition on text imprinted on a foreground object. The identification of the foreground object as a product can include image recognition techniques. The identification of the foreground object as a product can include scanning of an optical code such as a barcode that is imprinted on the product.

Abstract: Aspects of the invention relates to methods and compositions that are useful to reduce bias and increase the reproducibility of multiplex analysis of genetic loci. In some configurations, predetermined preparative steps and/or nucleic acid sequence analysis techniques are used in multiplex analyses for a plurality of genetic loci in a plurality of samples.

Abstract: Provided are systems, methods, and computer-program products for a proxy network that can determine, for a set of objects, an initial differential, where the initial differential is determined using a rules data store of a host network. The proxy network can further determine a supplemental differential for the set of objects. The proxy network can further determine a final differential that is the sum of the initial differential and the supplemental differential. The proxy network can further determine a final sum for the set of objects that is the object value less the final differential. The proxy network can further generate an outbound data packet that includes values corresponding to the set of objects and the final sum. When the host network receives the outbound data packet, the host network can modify an object data store using the values corresponding to the set of objects and the final sum.

Abstract: A computer implemented method for supporting the treatment of insomnia with melatonin. The method includes receiving sleep data relating to a patient; determining a dosage time for the patient to take a dose of the melatonin based on the sleep data; and indicating the dosage time.

Abstract: Techniques for video usage within a frame widget retail environment are disclosed. A library of short-form videos is accessed. A website is evaluated for products represented within an online retail environment. One or more products are identified from the webpage that was evaluated. At least one short-form video is chosen from the library to be included in the webpage. The choosing of the at least one video is based on the identified product. A frame widget is inserted into the webpage. The placement of the frame widget is determined by the evaluation of the webpage. The frame widget is populated with at least one video that was chosen along with other videos. The video that was chosen is rendered in the frame widget. The rendering is accomplished by a user action.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for efficiently and cost-effectively having a magnetic buckle including a buckle base locking assembly. A first magnet clip with a lock hole are disposed on a buckle base assembly, a lock tongue optionally with a second magnet are disposed on a locking assembly, two moving portions are flush with the buckle base assembly respectively, and two unlocking portions are disposed within the buckle base assembly. When the lock hole is closed through a lock tongue, the first magnet attracts a second clip to guide the lock tongue into the lock hole to achieve locking.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to methods for maintaining the integrity and identification of a nucleic acid template in a multiplex sequencing reaction. In certain embodiments, methods of the invention involve obtaining a template nucleic acid, incorporating a pair of sequence identifiers into the template, and sequencing the template.