Abstract: This application discloses a software loading method, applied to a network device on which software is deployed. In the method, a software version identifier is indicated by using a version file, and when loading software, the network device compares a version identifier of to-be-loaded software with the version identifier in the version file, to determine whether a version of current to-be-loaded software is a secure version. This implements protection of a software loading process.

Abstract: The invention presents a cloud-based model deployment and control system (CMDCS) for providing automated driving services. The CMDCS comprises a cloud-based platform, an onboard unit (OBU), and a Vehicle-to-System component. The cloud-based platform comprises a localization-enhancement subsystem and a cloud computing module. The CMDCS is configured to collect detectable data and undetectable data from vehicles, road, and cloud. Then, the CMDCS deploys a set of end-to-end AI models and methods for automated driving services, comprising sensing, prediction, planning, and control services. The AI models and methods are trained and optimized to process collected data for providing operating parameters for vehicles. Then, the vehicles can be effectively and efficiently controlled and operated by the CMDCS. In addition, the CMDCS is configured to generate and provide detailed time-sensitive vehicle specific control instructions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the technical field of fire extinguishing equipment, and in particular, relates to a multi-mode starting dry powder fire extinguishing ball for fire alarm and automatic starting of a fire extinguishing device, comprising a ball body. A fire extinguishing medium is provided in the ball body; the ball body is also provided with a driving device for enabling the inside of the ball body to expand to the explosion thereof after being started; the driving device is provided with a first lead which extends to the outside of the ball body and can enable the driving device to start after being heated; the driving device is also provided with a second lead which extends to the outside of the ball body and can enable the driving device to start after being powered on.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus includes a constant current generator, a voltage converter and a PWM generator. The constant current generator for generating a driving current. The current level is determined according to a dimmer signal received from the dimmer. The voltage converter converts the current level of the driving current to a voltage level. The PWM generator generates multiple PWM signals respectively to multiple LED modules. The multiple LED modules have different optical parameters. The mixed light of the multiple LED modules is determined by the PWM signals and the optical parameters of the multiple LED modules.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an antenna assembly, which comprises: a feeder panel; an array of radiating elements mounted on the feeder panel; an array of parasitic elements mounted on the feeder panel, in which, at least a portion of the radiating elements in the array of radiating elements are surrounded by a plurality of spaced-apart parasitic elements, respectively, and at least a portion of the parasitic elements in the array of parasitic elements each comprise a first parasitic subcomponent extending in a first direction and a second parasitic subcomponent extending in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction. In addition, the present disclosure also relates to a base station antenna comprising the antenna assembly. This is capable of effectively improving the cross-polarization performance of the base station antenna and improving the radiation boundary of the base station antenna.

Abstract: The invention provides systems and methods for an autonomous vehicle and center control system (AVCCS), which is a component of a Connected Automated Vehicle Highway (CAVH) system. The AVCCS is configured to realize drone/tele driving or digital twins by providing automated vehicles (AVs) or connected automated vehicles (CAVs) with vehicle-specific control instructions comprising instructions for vehicle longitudinal and lateral position, speed, and steering and control. Specifically, through the system, AVs or CAVs can be effectively and efficiently controlled by the AVCCS. In addition, the AVCCS is configured to provide vehicle-specific control instructions to AVs or CAVs and control them through a hierarchy of traffic control centers/units (TCCs/TCUs) or the combination of TCCs/TCUs and the onboard units (OBUs) with a vehicle control module, wherein said TCCs/TCUs are configured to fulfill vehicle maneuver tasks, monitor safety maintenance tasks, and take over if the system fails.

Abstract: The invention provides an autonomous vehicle and intelligent control (AVIC) system with distributed AI computing, which is a component of a Connected Automated Vehicle Highway (CAVH) system. This AVIC system is configured to realize training and application for distributed AI computing by providing automated vehicles (AVs) and/or connected automated vehicles (CAVs) with vehicle-specific control instructions comprising instructions for vehicle longitudinal and lateral position, speed, and steering and control. Detailed and time-sensitive vehicle-specific control instructions comprise control instructions for speed, spacing, lane designation, vehicle following, lane changing, and/or route guidance. Specifically, through the system, CAVs can be effectively and efficiently controlled by the AVIC system.

Abstract: The invention provides an autonomous vehicle and center guidance system (AVCGS) for drone/tele driving or digital twins by sending guidance instructions to an autonomous vehicle (AV) or a connected automated vehicle (CAV). The AVCGS is a component of a Connected Automated Vehicle Highway (CAVH) system. This AVCGS is configured to operate AVs or CAVs using a hierarchy of traffic control centers/units (TCCs/TCUs). The AVCGS comprises automatic or semi-automated computational modules, a TCC/TCU communication module, and/or an onboard unit (OBU) communication module and a vehicle control module. The AVCGS communicates with one or more entities. The vehicle-specific guidance instructions and information comprise vehicle maneuver, safety maintenance, traffic control/road condition, and special information. The AVCGS provides backup in case of any errors or failures. Specifically, through the AVCGS, AVs or CAVs can be effectively and efficiently operated.

Abstract: This application discloses a route selection method and a related device. A control entity determines first metric information of a first segment routing (SR) path, generates a first border gateway protocol (BGP) update message including the first metric information, and sends the first BGP update message to an ingress node of the first SR path, where the first metric information represents quality of the first SR path, the first metric information is used for route selection on a plurality of paths, each of the plurality of paths has a same IP prefix of a destination node, and the plurality of paths include the first SR path. According to the method, the control entity can send, to the ingress node of the SR path by using the BGP update message, the metric information that represents the quality of the SR path.

Abstract: The present application provides a method and a device for encryption of a video stream, a communication equipment, and a storage media. The method for encryption of a video stream includes: acquiring a video stream, encrypting a data part of an I frame by using a first encryption algorithm to obtain a first encrypted data, and encrypting an encryption key of the first encrypted data by using a second encryption algorithm to obtain a second encrypted data, and storing the second encrypted data in a frame header of the I frame to obtain an encrypted I frame.

Abstract: An eye-like focusing metasurface system driven by a supervised-evolving learning algorithm, comprises: a transmissive metasurface, an array probe, a focusing guidance module, and an evolving learning module, wherein, after an external electromagnetic wave signal penetrates through the transmissive metasurface, the array probe arranged behind the transmissive metasurface detects external electromagnetic wave data, by means of analysis of the focusing guidance module and the evolving learning module, a regulation and control strategy for the transmissive metasurface is outputted, and the state of the transmissive metasurface changes; then the array probe collects new data, and the focusing guidance module and the evolving learning module further analyze the intensity and the characteristics of the external electromagnetic wave data and output a next regulation and control instruction; the process is repeated until the external electromagnetic wave is focused to a specified position.

Abstract: An end cover assembly includes: an end cover provided with an electrode lead-out hole; an electrode terminal including a terminal plate located on a side of the end cover and covering the electrode lead-out hole, with an outer peripheral surface protruding from an inner wall of the electrode lead-out hole; a sealing member at least partially disposed between the electrode terminal and the end cover; a fixing member configured to be connected to the end cover and surround the terminal plate so as to fix the electrode terminal onto the end cover, and including a flange extending in a direction approaching an axis of the electrode lead-out hole and located on a side of the terminal plate farther away from the end cover; and a heat-resistant part, at least a portion thereof is located between the flange and the electrode terminal in an axial direction of the electrode lead-out hole.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an ultra-high temperature resistant cement slurry system for cementing and the preparation method and use thereof. The cement slurry system comprises cement, an ultra-high temperature strength stabilizer, an ultra-high temperature reinforcing material, a density regulator, an ultra-high temperature suspension stabilizer, a dispersant, a fluid loss additive, a retarder, a defoaming agent and water, wherein the ultra-high temperature suspension stabilizer comprises an ether-based starch, an aluminosilicate and a polyalcohol polymer. The method for preparing the cement slurry system includes dry mixing and wet mixing raw materials homogeneously, respectively, and then homogeneously mixing the dry mix and wet mix to obtain the cement slurry system. The present disclosure further provides use of the cement slurry system for cementing in deep wells and ultra-deep wells at high and ultra-high temperatures.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an image registration method and system for navigation in femoral neck fracture surgery, an electronic device, and a computer-readable storage medium. The method includes: obtaining femoral image data by a computed tomography (CT) imaging device before surgery and obtaining a surgical path planned by a doctor to generate a three-dimensional femoral image with the surgical path; obtaining, during the surgery, X-ray images photographed by an X-ray machine at different angles, and extracting feature points on each of the X-ray images; setting digitally reconstructured radiograph (DRR) virtual scene projection parameters based on a structure of the X-ray machine, projecting the three-dimensional femoral image with the surgical path to generate a plurality of DRR images, and extracting feature points on each of the DRR images; and automatically registering the DRR image and the X-ray image, and outputting a surgical path after registration.

Abstract: The invention provides an autonomous vehicle (AV) system with an artificial intelligence (AI) system for automated vehicle control and traffic operations. This AI system comprises a computation component configured to provide sensing, behavior prediction and management, decision making, and vehicle control for the vehicle. This AI system is configured to receive local knowledge, information, data, and models from a roadside unit (RSU) or a cloud to improve performance and efficiency of the vehicle. The AI system is configured to train models with heuristic parameters obtained from a local traffic control center/traffic control unit (TCC/TCU) or the cloud to provide an improved model. The AI system is configured to provide intelligence coordination to distribute intelligence among vehicles, RSUs and cloud. The system also provides localized self-evolving artificial intelligence.

Abstract: A two-component waterborne coating system includes: a first component including an acid-functional polymer having an acid value of at least 100, based on total resin solids, dispersed in an aqueous medium; and a second component separate from the first component. The second component includes an epoxy-functional compound. A method of preparing a two-component waterborne coating system and two-component waterborne coating system kit are also described herein.

Abstract: Provided is an analysis method for determining gas-bearing situation of an unknown shale reservoir, includes: S1, selecting a shale reservoir of a target interval of a place; and collecting data of parameters of cores of each of a known gas-bearing shale reservoir A and a known water-bearing shale reservoir B; S2, calculating average values of the parameters of each of the reservoirs A and B respectively; S3, calculating average differences of the parameters of each of the reservoirs; S4, calculating covariance values of the parameters of each of the reservoirs; S5, establishing, according to the covariance values, an equation group and resolving discriminant coefficients; S6, establishing a discriminant equation according to the discriminant coefficients and solving a discriminant index; and S7, obtaining values of parameters of cores of a sample of the unknown shale reservoir, calculating a discriminant value, and determining gas-bearing situation of the unknown shale reservoir.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds, compositions thereof, and methods of using the same.