Abstract: A method is described for generating a hexahedral mesh from a geological model, including: generating a three-dimensional tetrahedral mesh from the geological model; getting a 3D hexahedral mesh based on a tetrahedral mesh, including: verticalizing the tetrahedral mesh to make the faults and boundaries of the domain vertical; calculating a global 2D parameterization for a reference horizon of the verticalized mesh; determining a 2D grid formed from quadrilaterals representing the reference horizon based on the global parameterization; getting a 3D hexahedral mesh by propagation of the grid to the other horizons of the model; and restoring the initial geometry of the faults; and implementing an additional processing of the mesh in order to structure the mesh near each singular point.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting information and executing a task. In an aspect, when a user gazes at a display of a standby device, location related information is presented. In another aspect, when a user utters a voice command and gazes or gestures at a device, a task is executed. In another aspect, a voice input, a gesture, and user information are used to determine a destination for a trip or a product for a purchase. In another aspect, a task is issued to and implemented through a mobile control device that moves around autonomously.

Abstract: A carrier structure is provided, in which at least one positioning area is defined on a chip-placement area of a package substrate, and at least one alignment portion is disposed on the positioning area. Therefore, the precision of manufacturing the alignment portion is improved by disposing the positioning area on the chip-placement area, such that the carrier structure can provide a better alignment mechanism for the chip placement operation.

Abstract: System and method for implementing a user's command to utilize and control an autonomous vehicle. In an aspect, certain rules are arranged for navigation and operation of autonomous vehicles. In another aspect, a one-tap hailing process is configured, wherein destination info is not required. In another aspect, when a user hails a vehicle from a location not suitable for pickup, the user is informed to go to a nearby place within a time period. In another aspect, a delivery vehicle is configured.

Abstract: Systems and methods for hailing and using an autonomous storage vehicle. A user uses the storage vehicle to store goods purchased. The storage vehicle carries the goods and stays in a designated area nearby. The storage vehicle goes to the user only when the user calls it. The user meets with the storage vehicle in a meeting area of a parking lot to retrieve the goods.

Abstract: Systems and methods for gesture input. In an aspect, the screen grid is configured based on locations of objects. In another aspect, the effective area of an object is adjustable on screen. In yet another aspect, a gesture sensor is turned on after detecting an act of a user or a voice command. In some cases, gaze detection is performed and records of a user are used.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for detecting weak beams and single photons. A reference beam interferes with a weak beam to generate an output beam. Characteristics such as propagation direction of the output beam are used to detect the weak beam.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting information and executing a task. In an aspect, when a user gazes at a display of a standby device, location related information is presented. In another aspect, when a user utters a voice command and gazes or gestures at a device, a task is executed. In another aspect, a voice input, a gesture, and user information are used to determine a destination for a trip or a product for a purchase. In another aspect, a voice input and user information are used to determine a destination when a user hails a vehicle.

Abstract: Systems and methods for hailing a vehicle for a ride or shipping a parcel. A user hails a vehicle with a gesture or app. A hailed vehicle carries the user to a destination or picks up a parcel from the user and performs shipping procedures.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to methods and devices for generating mature oocytes from immature oocytes and improving oocyte quality for improved success of assistant reproductive technology (ART). The methods include the use of tunneling nanotube-forming cells and oocytes, wherein the tunneling nanotube-forming cells transfer autologous genomic materials, biomolecules and cellular components to the oocytes. The devices of the invention include microfluidic device to improve the efficiency of the transfer of biomolecules and cellular components between tunneling nanotube-forming cells and oocytes.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a bi-directional autonomous vehicle. In one aspect, a vehicle's forward direction and front end are determined by a user's command, sitting orientation, records, or prearrangement. In another aspect, a vehicle's forward direction and front end are determined by a destination, road conditions, or parking lot conditions. Moreover, a vehicle's shape is adjustable according to front end selection.

Abstract: In an aspect, after a user launches an app at a device, ads of nearby businesses show up. The ads each contain a name of a business and a short message from the business. In another aspect, ads presented in a vehicle contain a name of a business, a short message from the business, a button for placing a purchase order, and a button as a driving command for requesting the vehicle to drive to the business.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus for presenting information and performing a task using an electronic device. In some aspects, a device shows content items when a shaking act plus a gaze are detected. In some aspects, a device shows an app interface, when a vehicle is within a range and a shaking act is detected. In some aspects, a device performs a task when a name, a code, and the task are detected in voice input.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus for presenting information and performing a task using an electronic device. In some aspects, a device shows content items when a gaze or a shaking act plus a gaze are detected. In some aspects, a device performs a task when a name, a code, and the task are detected in voice input. In some aspects, a user communicates with a selected vehicle via a user device.

Abstract: Systems and methods for implementing payments or mobile payments. In an aspect of in-store purchase, a merchant sends a payment amount and merchant account info to transaction center. A buyer sends a code and buyer account info to transaction center. The code represents the merchant. In an aspect of online purchase, an e-commerce merchant provides options for a buyer to use names other than a first name plus a surname. In one embodiment, a buyer submits a shortened name or nickname for online purchases when a given payment service is used as a payment method.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting a map and changing a facing direction of an object. In an aspect, an elongated map segment is presented according to a pointing direction of a device. In other aspects, a facing direction of an object is changed according to a pointing direction of a device or a facing direction of a user.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting a button with a changeable size to attract a user's attention. In one aspect, a button is enlarged temporarily when an email, a short message, a tweet message is presented. In another aspect, a button is enlarged temporarily when a finger approaches the button. Implementations in surveys are illustrated.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus for presenting information and performing a task using an electronic device. In some aspects, a device shows content items when a gaze or a shaking act plus a gaze are detected. In some aspects, a device performs a task when a name, a code, and the task are detected in voice input. In some aspects, a user communicates with a selected vehicle via a user device.

Abstract: Systems and methods for open social networks configured for a location or a region. The social networks are accessible to all users. In one aspect, user quantities or post quantities of each social network are displayed. In another aspect, when a social network has popular virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) content, the name of the social network is displayed with a specific marker or sign.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting a map and changing a direction of an object on screen. In an aspect, an elongated map segment is presented according to a device pointing direction. In another aspect, location-based information is sorted and presented according to a device pointing direction. In other aspects, a direction in which an object faces is changed according to a device pointing direction, and a direction of motion of an object is changed according to a device pointing direction.