Abstract: Disclosed is a data distribution method, a data distribution device, network equipment and a storage medium. The data distribution method includes: obtaining a network element group, and allocating a transmission resource of a management network element to a network element to be distributed data in each network element group; the network element group includes a plurality of network elements to be distributed data with consistent network element attribute information, and the management network element is the network where the network element to be distributed data is located and is a network element provided with a network management function; taking a network element to be distributed data that successfully performs data distribution as a seed network element, and obtaining a current load condition of the seed network element.

Abstract: Neural network based substitutional end-to-end (E2E) image compression (NIC) being performed by at least one processor and includes receiving an input image to an E2E NIC framework, determining a step size of the input image indicating a learning rate of a training model, determining a substitute image based on the training model, encoding the substitute image in lieu of the input image to generate a bitstream, and mapping the substitute image to the bitstream to generate a compressed representation. Further, step size may be determined by a scheduler and change throughout the training of the training model. The image may also be split into patches for which a scheduler is assigned for each patch and each patch is encoded instead of the entire input image.

Abstract: Neural network based substitutional end-to-end (E2E) image compression (NIC) being performed by at least one processor and includes receiving an input image to an E2E NIC framework, determining a substitute image based on a training model of the E2E NIC framework, encoding the substitute image to generate a bitstream, mapping the substitute image to the bitstream to generate a compressed representation of the input image. Further, the input may be partitioned into blocks for which a substitute representation is determined for each block and each block is encoded instead of the entire substitute image.

Abstract: A method of video decoding includes receiving a coded video bitstream comprising coded information of one or more coded pictures, the coded information includes an SEI message associated with at least a first picture in the one or more coded pictures, the SEI message includes at least a syntax element indicative of at least one of a forward truncation function for converting an original picture of a first bit depth to the first picture of a second bit depth and/or a reverse truncation function corresponding to the forward truncation function, the second bit depth is lower than the first bit depth. The method also includes reconstructing at least the first picture comprising first reconstructed samples based on the coded information, a numbering range of sample values of the first reconstructed samples is determined by at least one of the forward truncation function and/or the reverse truncation function.

Abstract: In a system and a method of controlling an intake rate of a vehicle blower, the system of controlling an intake rate of a vehicle blower includes: a blower step number detection device configured to detect a current step number of a blower; a vehicle velocity detection device configured to detect a current vehicle velocity of a vehicle; a passenger seat seating detection device configured to detect whether a passenger is seated on a passenger seat; and an HVAC control device electrically connected to each of the blower step number detection device, the vehicle velocity detection device, and the passenger seat seating detection device, and configured to receive information from the passenger seat seating detection device, the vehicle velocity detection device, and the blower step number detection device, and to determine whether an intake rate control of the blower is turned on or off according to the current step number of the blower, the current vehicle velocity, and the passenger seat seating information wh

Abstract: The various embodiments described herein include methods and systems for enhanced oil recovery using an ultrasonic-transient electromagnetic (U-TEM) assembly. In one aspect, the U-TEM assembly includes a pressure balancer, a bridle having a first end connected to a cable and a second end connected to an adapter, an ultrasonic generator, and an electromagnetic generator. The ultrasonic generator and the electromagnetic generator are located between the bridle and the pressure balancer and coupled to the bridle via the adapter. The U-TEM assembly is configured to generate ultrasonic waves via the ultrasonic generator and transient electromagnetic waves via the electromagnetic generator concurrently in response to a control signal from the adapter.

Abstract: Disclosed is a hydraulic damping device level riding platform with adjustable resistance, which comprises a frame body, a shaft mechanism, a flywheel and a hydraulic damping mechanism, the shaft mechanism is arranged on the frame body, one end of the shaft mechanism is connected with the hydraulic damping mechanism and another end of the shaft mechanism is connected with the flywheel. The hydraulic damping mechanism comprises: a cavity; a rotating disc provided with blades, the rotating disc is arranged in the cavity; and a liquid level height adjusting mechanism movably connected inside the cavity to control a liquid level height in the cavity. The liquid level height of the liquid in the cavity is controlled through the liquid level height adjustment mechanism, so as to realize the control of the resistance of the rotating disc to the liquid.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cost-effective method to fabricate a multifunctional collimator structure for contact image sensors to filter ambient infrared light to reduce noises. In one embodiment, an optical collimator, includes: a dielectric layer; a substrate; a plurality of via holes; and a conductive layer, wherein the dielectric layer is formed over the substrate, wherein the plurality of via holes are configured as an array along a lateral direction of a first surface of the dielectric layer, wherein each of the plurality of via holes extends through the dielectric layer and the substrate from the first surface of the dielectric layer to a second surface of the substrate in a vertical direction, and wherein the conductive layer is formed over at least one of the following: the first surface of the first dielectric layer and a portion of sidewalls of each of the plurality of via holes, and wherein the conductive layer is configured so as to allow the optical collimator to filter light in a range of wavelengths.

Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to video coding and particularly to methods and systems for sample mapping in image and video coding using Low Dynamic Range (LDR) samples. For example, the disclosure describes implementations of mapping functions for conversion of samples from an original bit depth to an LDR bit depth during an encoding and decoding process of videos or images and the signaling of such mapping functions in a bitstream.

Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to sample clipping in video or image and particularly to methods and systems for sample clipping in video or image based on Low Dynamic Range (LDR) coding. For example, an encoder or decoder may determine a sample clipping range for a bock and apply a sample clipping procedure based on the sample clipping range during one of various stages of encoding or decoding process of the block. The sample clipping range may be derived from an LDR selected for encoding the block.

Abstract: The embodiments of the present disclosure provide an underwater fitness belt, including one or more fixing floats, a plurality of sets of adjustable floats, and a fixing strap; each set of the plurality of sets of adjustable floats includes two symmetrically shaped adjustable floats; and the plurality of sets of adjustable floats are capable of being connected through the fixing strap and are capable of being unconnected.

Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to video coding and particularly to methods and systems for signaling of Low Dynamic Range (LDR) in video or image bitstream. For example, the disclosure describes implementations of manners for signaling whether LDR is applied and which one of LDRs is applied to a block at various singling levels, either explicitly or implicitly.

Abstract: A method for spring ploughing and land preparation in saline-sodic paddy fields with thawed water puddling and an application thereof are provided, relating to the technical field of spring ploughing and land preparation in saline-sodic paddy fields. The method includes the following steps: harvesting rice with low stubble left; removing straws from the paddy fields: removing straws after harvesting from fields; ploughing; fertilizing; irrigating for thawing; and drying.

Abstract: An integrated device of bi-directional ultrasonic rolling, powder spreading, and compaction for additive manufacturing is provided, including an integrated device of ultrasonic rolling and powder spreading, and a platform lifting device. The integrated device of ultrasonic rolling and powder spreading is located above the platform lifting device. It can achieve ultrasonic rolling composite additive manufacturing, synchronously carry out ultrasonic rolling strengthening during selective laser melting process, improve the performance of manufacturing components, and the integrated device of ultrasonic rolling and powder spreading can achieve bi-directional strengthening, powder spreading and compaction.

Abstract: The embodiments of the present disclosure provide a video generation method, an apparatus, a device, and a storage medium, the video generation method including: obtaining a plurality of images and music matched to the plurality of images; determining first feature information for the plurality of images and second feature information for the music; according to the first feature information, the second feature information and a plurality of pre-stored rendering effects, determining a target rendering effect combination; the rendering effects being animation, special effects or a transition; and generating a video according to the plurality of images, the music and the target rendering effect combination.

Abstract: A semiconductor package is provided. The semiconductor package includes: semiconductor dies, separated from one another, and including die I/Os at their active sides; and a redistribution structure, disposed at the active sides of the semiconductor dies and connected to the die I/Os, wherein the redistribution structure includes first and second routing layers sequentially arranged along a direction away from the die I/Os, the first routing layer includes a ground plane and first signal lines laterally surrounded by and isolated from the first ground plane, the first signal lines connect to the die I/Os and rout the die I/Os from a central region to a peripheral region of the redistribution structure, the second routing layer includes second signal lines and ground lines, and the second signal lines and the ground lines respectively extend from a location in the peripheral region to another location in the peripheral region through the central region.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a proximity effect correction method based on shape adjustment for fabricating an imaging structure. The imaging structure comprises a bottom layer arranged on a substrate, and a top layer arranged on the upper surface of the bottom layer. The position of a surrounding frame of the top layer is closed to an edge of the bottom layer, which has a width value and a space value between the top and bottom layers. Additionally, the method combines with the use of increased particle beam sizes to improve the throughput, imaging fidelity and contrast of a particle beam lithography system. The method is applicable to any particle beam lithography machine or system, and does not require any internal hardware and software modifications to the machine or system.

Abstract: The embodiments of the present invention disclose a line protection method and a related apparatus for a flexible grounding system of a power distribution network. The method comprises outputting a first compensation voltage by a voltage source of a flexible grounding device of each line of a target power distribution network in the case where a ground fault occurs in the target power distribution network; starting to calculate the zero-sequence impedance of each line in real time by the zero-sequence impedance protection device; after the first compensation voltage is output for a first output duration, outputting a second compensation voltage; calculating the zero-sequence impedance of each line in real time by the line zero-sequence impedance protection device; determining a fault line by the zero-sequence impedance protection device, and cutting off the fault line to isolate the ground fault after a trip for a preset time delay.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compounds for modulating calcitonin receptor and/or amylin receptor activity, as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds disclosed herein. Also provided are methods for treating a calcitonin receptor and/or amylin receptor associated disease or disorder.

Abstract: Disclosed is a folding seat which comprises a chair pocket, a first supporting assembly, and a second supporting assembly, the chair pocket is sheathed on the first supporting assembly and the second supporting assembly. The first supporting assembly comprises a supporting rod and a supporting base, the supporting rod is hinged in the supporting base and rotates in a preset range. The second supporting assembly and the first supporting assembly have the same structure and arranged opposite to each other detachably. By arranging the first supporting assembly and the second supporting assembly detachably to support the chair pocket, the folding seat can be fixed. By dissembling the first supporting assembly and the second supporting assembly, then rotating and adjusting the supporting rods in the first supporting assembly and the second supporting assembly, the folding seat can be folded and stored.