Abstract: This specification relates to methods of compression that utilise machine-learning. According to a first aspect of this specification, there is described a computer implemented method comprising: receiving, at a decoder and via a network, a first encoded representation of a set of input data and processing, by the decoder, the first encoded representation using a machine-learning decoder model to generate a first set of decoded data corresponding to the set of input data. The method further comprises processing, at the decoder, the first set of decoded data using a machine-learning encoder model to generate a second encoded representation of the set of input data. The machine-learning encoder model corresponds to an encoder-side machine-learning encoder model that was used to generate the first encoded representation. The method further comprises processing, at the decoder, the second encoded representation using the machine-learning decoder model to generate a second set of decoded data.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides method and device for switching pictures in game, an electronic device, and a storage medium. The method includes obtaining, in response to receiving a sliding operation, a touch parameter corresponding to the sliding operation; if the touch parameter meets a judgment condition for fling, determining buffering adjustment information of visual field, performing buffering adjustment of switching of the visual field for a current visual field picture of the game to display a target visual field picture of the game in the graphical user interface, and performing a game interactive operation; if the touch parameter meets a judgment condition for adjustment of the visual field, determining compensating adjustment information of the visual field, and performing compensating adjustment of switching of the visual field for the current visual field picture of the game to display the target visual field picture of the game in the graphical user interface.

Abstract: A firearm training system for retrofitting an existing rifle to allow for repeated dry firing of the rifle without having to manually reset the trigger after each shot. In some embodiments the system includes a bolt carrier group trigger resetter and a magazine battery pack. In some embodiments, the magazine battery pack is rechargeable. In some embodiments, the bolt carrier group trigger resetter includes a motor. In some embodiments, the bolt carrier group trigger resetter includes a laser.

Abstract: A cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) cerebral monitoring device including a measurement probe having one or more optical emitters, and one or more optical detectors, and including an optical instrument having an optical source, and an optical detector. Also included is a controller configured to control the optical instrument to emit multi-spectral light through the one or more optical emitters to illuminate a tissue, control the optical detector to detect multi-spectral light emitted from the illuminated tissue, compare the emitted multi-spectral light to the detected multi-spectral light, compute a plurality of cerebral tissue parameters based on the comparison, determine CPR procedures based on the plurality of cerebral tissue parameters, and control a user output device to instruct a user to perform the CPR procedures, and/or control an automated CPR device to perform the CPR procedures.

Abstract: A suction dart target game system includes a throwing member with a central protrusion, and first and second throwing suction cups; and a target piece with a first target suction cup; such that the target piece is attached to a mounting structure, such that a user can throw the throwing member at the target piece from a distance, optionally such that the throwing member rotates in flight, such that either the first throwing suction cup or the second throwing suction cup attaches to the first or second target suction cup or to a surface area of the mounting structure adjacent to the target piece, if a throw is successful. Also disclosed is a suction dart target game method, including positioning a target piece, throwing a throwing member, and measuring a distance.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel adjustable racket, including a main frame, a core board and cover boards, wherein the main frame includes a handle and a border, the handle and the border are integrally formed, the main frame is provided with a mounting position, the core board is detachably arranged in the mounting position, and the cover boards are detachably arranged on the main frame. In this way, the core board and the cover boards can be replaced according to the needs of users. Different combinations of the core board and the cover boards can achieve different hitting effects.

Abstract: A system for providing a therapy to a user comprising one or more motion sensors configured to measure motion data during motion of the user, a mobile computing device, connected to or held by the user and connected to the motion sensor to receive motion data, comprising a sensory output device configured to direct the user in the performance of exercises and at least one processor configured to: (a) receive a therapy start signal, (b) receive a baseline user motion level, (c) adjust the sensitivity of the one or more motion sensors according to the baseline user motion level, (d) select an exercise having a difficulty level which matches the baseline user motion level, (e) cause the sensory output device to direct the user to perform the exercise, (f) receive user motion data measured during user performance of the exercise from the one or more motion sensors, (g) use the user motion data to establish a further user motion level, (h) compare the further user motion level with the baseline user motion level,

Abstract: A falling plate target system has a base having an elongated frame having a length, a forward end, and a rearward end, a target plate pivoted to the base frame and configured to be set in a generally upright position to fall rearwardly to a down position when struck on a front surface thereof, and an extension frame with an impact pad. The extension frame is foldably mounted to the base frame and movable between an extended position and a folded position. The extended position locates the impact pad rearward of the base frame to be contacted by the target plate when it falls to the down position. The impact pad isolates impact forces of the target plate from the base frame.

Abstract: Provided is a ball goal-in game machine in which, when a hitter is moved forward and backward using a lever of a hitting device, and a ball on an upward rail part is hit by the hitter, the hit ball moves upward along the upward rail part, moves downward along a downward rail part, enters a game score output part, and enters any one of a plurality of goal-in holes, and at this time, a score corresponding to the goal-in hole that the ball has entered is output on a score display part, and a game score is obtained.

Abstract: A training system can include a panel cover device and a first suction cup. The panel cover device can have a first panel region and a first recessed panel region. The first panel region can extend along a first plane, where the first panel region has a first elongated view slot therein and a first circular view hole therein. The first recessed panel region can extend from the first plane toward a second plane, where the first recessed panel region has a first recessed depth, and where the second plane is generally parallel with the first plane. The first suction cup can be attached to the first recessed panel region. The first suction cup can be partially within the first recessed panel region, and the first suction cup can partially extend out of the first recessed panel region toward and beyond the first plane.

Abstract: A method, apparatus, or system for modifying and assessing gait asymmetry is disclosed. The method, apparatus, or system may include measuring a first baseline step time for a first leg of an individual and a second baseline step time for a second leg of the individual and determining a first target step time for the first leg and a second target step time for the second leg. The first target step time can be different from the second target step time. The method may further include generating a series of auditory cues comprising a first cue duration corresponding to the first target step time and a second cue duration corresponding to the second target step time for synchronizing the first baseline step time and the second baseline step time with the first target step time and the second target step time, respectively. Other aspects, embodiments, and features are also claimed and described.

Abstract: The evaluation apparatus is an apparatus for evaluating chest compression, and includes a measuring unit, a compression position evaluation unit, and an instruction unit. The measuring unit obtains numerical values relating to temporal changes in a total hemoglobin concentration, an oxygenated hemoglobin concentration, and a deoxygenated hemoglobin concentration of the head. The compression position evaluation unit determines whether compression position on a sternum is appropriate based on a first indicator and a second indicator, the first indicator relating to a temporal change ratio of the oxygenated hemoglobin concentration with respect to the temporal change in the total hemoglobin concentration, and the second indicator relating to a correlation between the temporal change in the oxygenated hemoglobin concentration and the temporal change in the deoxygenated hemoglobin concentration.

Abstract: A pull-tab gaming system and method is described. The pull-tab gaming system includes a wagering system and a plurality of gaming devices. The wagering system generates an electronic pull-tab deck that includes winning electronic pull-tab tickets having a non-zero prize value. A game play instruction is received by a gaming device, which causes the gaming device to generate an electronic pull-tab request from the wagering system. A non-zero electronic pull-tab ticket is transmitted from the wagering system to the gaming client. The non-zero electronic pull-tab ticket includes a final awarded prize. For the non-zero electronic pull-tab ticket, the gaming device displays a plurality of payline symbols but does not display the final awarded prize. The gaming device then displays an animated roll-up that includes the final awarded prize. The gaming device then displays the payline symbols and the final awarded prize after displaying the animated roll-up.

Abstract: A provider computing system includes a processing circuit having at least one processor coupled to at least one memory device and at least one artificial intelligence (AI) system. The processing circuit performs operations including retrieving first data from one or more data sources associated with a user; generating a model associated with the user based on the first data; and receiving, from a client computing device of the user, a query for information relating to a primary topic. The at least one AI system is configured to perform operations including generating a user knowledge dataset relating to the primary topic; determining one or more prompts according to the user knowledge dataset; presenting, via the client computing device, the one or more prompts to the user; and receiving, via the client computing device, a response to the one or more prompts from the user.

Abstract: Gaming systems and methods which employ designated playing cards and bonus events overlaid on such designated playing cards in association with an electronic table game.

Abstract: A method for providing a real-time interactive platform for live streams is provided. The method includes providing a server having a hardware processor connected to a data repository, the server configured to host an overlay extension for a live stream via the Internet providing the real-time interactive platform for a plurality of users. The method further provides a data collector within an oracle, wherein the oracle is configured to interface the live stream to obtain statistics from the live stream. The method further generates timestamped events, via the data collector, wherein the events described what is occurring on the live stream in real-time. Finally, the method turns the events into gameplay interactions, via a game logic algorithm, for the plurality of users.

Abstract: Described herein are examples of weld tracking systems. In some examples, a weld tracking system include weld tracking sensors configured to allow the weld tracking system to track a position and/or orientation of a welding-type tool, and/or an arc generated by the welding-type tool. In some examples, the weld tracking system evaluates certain welding technique and/or welding operation parameters based on the tracked position(s) and/or orientation(s), and/or offers corrective feedback. In some examples, one or more calibrations may be performed to aid in evaluation of the welding technique and/or welding operation parameters.

Abstract: A card learning machine, in which the light generated by the light-emitting element can pass through the card, such that the identification part forms an identification projection for learning on the light-transmitting button. Through the provided bubble-shaped component, the card learning machine can interact with children, which can not only improve the fun of the learning process, enhance the attractiveness of the card learning machine, and improve the learning effect; but also, can train children's ability of touching and moving, further improving the learning effect.

Abstract: An electronic gaming system includes a display device, a memory, and a processor. The processor is configured to perform a variety of operations, including, for example, determining whether a trigger condition has occurred during a base game, and determining a repeat win amount during the base game. In at least some embodiments, the processor is also configured to control the display device to display a plurality of selections, each selection corresponding to a feature game, in response to occurrence of the trigger condition. Each feature game may be associated with a win volatility and displayed in association with information about the win volatility, and each win volatility may be based, at least in part, upon the repeat win amount determined during the base game.

Abstract: A mortar training device includes a barrel body including a bore; a shot detector contained in the barrel body and including a shot detection sensor and configured to output an electronic signal indicating a firing of an inert mortar projectile from the barrel body; a battery; a plurality of orientation sensors contained in the barrel body; and one or more processors and memory storing instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors to receive the electronic signal from the shot detection sensor indicating that an inert mortar projectile is fired from the barrel body, and determine an elevation of the barrel body and an azimuth of the barrel body when the inert mortar projectile is fired from the barrel body based on sensor data received from the plurality of orientation sensors.