Abstract: A pre-trained natural language processing machine learning model is received. The pre-trained natural language processing machine learning model is tuned. A workflow to be implemented by a chatbot to complete a task-oriented dialog is received. A representation of one or more plan steps based on a current progression state of the workflow is dynamically determined. At least the representation of the one or more plan steps is provided as an input to the pre-trained natural language processing machine learning model to guide the pre-trained natural language processing machine learning model. An output action and/or an utterance for the task-oriented dialog is received from the pre-trained natural language processing machine learning model.

Abstract: Engine activation planning in a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) is disclosed. Historical driving data of the HEV are analyzed to identify recurring driving scenarios and patterns specific to a driver of the HEV. Future driving scenarios are predicted based on the historical driving data. An engine activation policy is generated for the HEV. The engine activation policy optimizes battery charging and usage in response to the future driving scenarios. The engine activation policy is used to control activation of a gasoline engine in the HEV where a control decision is dynamically adjusted based on a comparison of real-time driving conditions with the future driving scenarios.

Abstract: Surgical systems and methods of operating the same involve controlling a robotic manipulator to move a cutting instrument to cut away material from a bone at a surgical site. A machine vision system uses a vision camera to detect an object at, or in proximity to, the surgical site. A control system associates a virtual boundary with the detected object and controls the robotic manipulator to move the cutting instrument based on the virtual boundary such that the cutting instrument avoids the detected object. In one example, the control system modifies a tool path of the cutting instrument based on the virtual boundary to avoid the detected object. Additionally, or alternatively, the control system can automatically adjust an orientation of the cutting instrument based on the virtual boundary to avoid the detected object.

Abstract: An aerosol personal care product comprising a composition comprising a compressed gas propellant and a single-phase liquid concentrate; wherein the concentrate comprises at least about 10%, by weight of the concentrate, of one or more emollients and wherein at least one emollient has a viscosity of at least about 20 cP; and wherein the concentrate has a viscosity (cP) to surface tension (dyn/cm) ratio of at most about 1.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for the identification of peptide sequences that are ligands for a T cell receptor (TCR) of interest, in a given MHC context.

Abstract: A method, device and system for organizing media content on a computer-based system to form a playlist, wherein the device has access to a database with a plurality of music tracks and associated feature vectors including feature values representing different semantic characteristics of a music track, as well as metadata including at least one type of metadata record representing associated information about the respective music track. The playlist is determined based on a query from the client device that includes an input vector, and at least one input metadata record, using an additional similarity matrix representing a measure of similarity between different metadata records of the same type.

Abstract: Activating an engine of a HEV to charge a battery includes obtaining a first GPS trace from a first trip of the HEV along a first route, where the first GPS trace includes first trace metadata; obtaining a second GPS trace from a second trip, where the second GPS trace includes second trace metadata; adding, to a navigation map, an aggregation of the first trace metadata and the second trace metadata for edges of the navigation map; using the navigation map to obtain an activation action of the engine, where the activation action is selected from a set that includes a first activation action of turning the engine on and a second activation action of turning the engine off; and activating the engine according to the activation action, where activating the engine using the first activation action causes the engine to turn on to charge the battery of the HEV.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an inverter topology with a DC/DC voltage boost converter, which is also scalable. The arrangement of converters and power lines used in this topology makes it possible to maximize the efficiency of the energy conversion that takes place in photovoltaic plants or in any other system based on power transmission that use DC power lines, reducing the values of current used for a given power level. The inverter includes two DC/DC converters connected in parallel to one another and two DC/AC converters connected in parallel to one another. The two DC/DC converters are connected in series with the two DC/AC converters by means of two buses consisting of three DC power lines where one of the DC power lines is common to the two buses.

Abstract: An electronic device displays a first user interface with a first representation of content and, in response to receiving a request to display a virtual model that corresponds to the content, displays the virtual model of the content concurrently with a selectable user interface object for performing the operation associated with the content in accordance with a determination that the first user interface is configured to perform an operation associated with the content and displaying the virtual model of the content without displaying the selectable user interface object for performing the operation associated with the content in accordance with a determination that the first user interface is not configured to perform the operation associated with the content.

Abstract: A surgical system, method, and non-transitory computer readable medium involving a robotic manipulator configured to move a surgical instrument relative to virtual boundaries. A navigation system tracks each of a first object, a second object, and the surgical instrument. The first object is moveable relative to the second object. One or more controllers associate a first virtual boundary with the first object and associate a second virtual boundary with the second object. The first virtual boundary is moveable in relation to the second virtual boundary. The controller(s) control the robotic manipulator in relation to the first virtual boundary to facilitate interaction of the surgical instrument with the first object. The controller(s) control the robotic manipulator in relation to the second virtual boundary to avoid interaction of the surgical instrument with the second object.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to loose fill insulation installation systems, for example, suitable for installing loose fill insulation to an installation site. The present disclosure relates more particularly to a loose fill insulation hose including a plurality of tubular sections coupled together so as to form a conduit configured to convey loose fill insulation along a path from a blowing machine to an installation site. The tubular sections include a first hose section, a first connector section, and a second connector section. The first hose section includes a flexible body that forms an opening with a first cross-sectional area. The first connector section includes a plurality of projections that extend inward. The second connector section includes a constricted opening with a second cross-sectional area that is no more than 50% of the first cross-sectional area.

Abstract: Presenting a virtual object includes obtaining, by a first device, a first geometric representation and a second geometric representation corresponding to a physical surface in a real environment, determining an initialization location on the first physical surface for a virtual object, obtaining a first normal for the first representation and a second normal for the second representation at the initialization location, and rendering the virtual object at the initialization location based on the first normal and the second normal.

Abstract: Presenting a virtual object includes obtaining, by a first device, a first geometric representation and a second geometric representation corresponding to a physical surface in a real environment, determining an initialization location on the first physical surface for a virtual object, obtaining a first normal for the first representation and a second normal for the second representation at the initialization location, and rendering the virtual object at the initialization location based on the first normal and the second normal.

Abstract: A method is performed at an electronic device including one or more processors, a non-transitory memory, and a display. The method includes rendering a first volumetric object in order to generate first object data. The method includes displaying, on the display, the first object data according to a first display mode. The first display mode includes displaying the first object data within a two-dimensional (2D) content region. The method includes detecting a request to change from the first display mode to a second display mode. The method includes, in response to detecting the request, displaying, on the display, the first object data according to the second display mode. The second display mode includes displaying the first object data within a representation of a physical environment.

Abstract: A pipe for the aeraulic transport of a loose-fill insulation product for a machine for blowing the insulating product, the pipe extending along a longitudinal main elongation direction and including at least one cylindrical wall which delimits a space configured for the circulation at least of the loose-fill insulating product, wherein, in the pipe, the cylindrical wall includes a plurality of sections, at least two of the sections each including at least one evacuation orifice so as to form at least two perforated sections, the pipe including at least two shutoff devices that are movable in translation along the longitudinal direction about the cylindrical wall, each of the shutoff devices being able to cover specifically one of the perforated sections.

Abstract: A machine for blowing a loose-fill insulating product, includes at least a base and a pipe for transporting the insulating product, the base including at least an air inlet, an inlet for loose-fill insulating product and an outlet connected to the pipe, the pipe including at least one cylindrical wall which delimits a space configured for the passage of the loose-fill insulating product and the air, the blowing machine including at least one evacuation orifice formed through the cylindrical wall of the pipe, the at least one evacuation orifice being configured to allow the passage of air toward the exterior of the pipe and block the passage of the loose-fill insulating product.

Abstract: A device for preparing an insulation product based on wool, includes a chamber including an inlet opening through which a stream of carrier gas and a wool in the form of nodules or flakes are introduced, at least one system for generating a turbulent gas flow in the chamber, and an outlet opening through which flakes mixed with an outlet gas stream are expelled, wherein the device also includes at least one deflector element arranged in the chamber, creating a disruption that aerates the wool in the form of nodules or flakes.

Abstract: A device for preparing an insulation product based on wool, includes a chamber including an inlet opening through which a stream of carrier gas and a wool in the form of nodules or flakes are introduced, at least one system configured to generate a turbulent gas flow in said chamber, and an outlet opening through which flakes mixed with an outlet gas stream are expelled, and a system for adjusting the outlet opening that makes it possible to control the area of the outlet opening.

Abstract: Presenting a virtual object includes obtaining, by a first device, a first geometric representation and a second geometric representation corresponding to a physical surface in a real environment, determining an initialization location on the first physical surface for a virtual object, obtaining a first normal for the first representation and a second normal for the second representation at the initialization location, and rendering the virtual object at the initialization location based on the first normal and the second normal.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method of generating a 3D object is performed by a device including a processor, non-transitory memory, and one or more input devices. The method includes receiving, via one or more input devices, a user input selecting a file representing two-dimensional (2D) content and having a file type. The method includes receiving, via the one or more input devices, a user input requesting generation of a three-dimensional (3D) object based on the file. The method includes generating, based on the file type, a 3D object representing the 2D content.