Abstract: Cloud-enabled and artificial intelligence (AI) based biosignal systems and methods are described for the coaching of users to enhance biosignal enabled devices based on device usage. The systems and methods are comprised of, and/or utilize, a cloud based server to aggregate biosignal data from biosignal enabled devices, train an enhanced AI based coaching model using the biosignal data, and to provide the enhanced AI based coaching model to the biosignal enabled devices. The biosignal enabled devices replace a first AI coaching model with the enhanced AI based coaching model, and input user-specific biosignal data to the enhanced AI based coaching model to output a device usage classification. Based on the device usage classification, the systems and methods initiate a coaching procedure that coaches the user how to use or configure the biosignal enabled device to implement an updated configuration for the biosignal enabled device that is optimized for the user.

Abstract: Biometric enabled virtual reality (VR) systems and methods are disclosed for detecting user intention(s) and modulating virtual avatar control based on the user intention(s) for creation of virtual avatar(s) or object(s) in holographic space, two-dimensional (2D) virtual space, or three-dimensional (3D) virtual space. A virtual representation of an intended motion of a user corresponding to an intention of muscle activation of the user is determined based on analysis of a biometric signal data of the user as collected by a biometric detection device. The virtual representation of the intended motion is used to modulate virtual avatar control or output to create at least one of a virtual avatar representing aspect(s) of the user or an object manipulated by the user in a holographic space, virtual 2D space, or virtual 3D space. The avatar or the object is created based on: (1) the biometric signal data of a user, or (2) user-specific specifications as provided by the user.

Abstract: A wearable device configured to evaluate a breast area of a user and provide a prediction associated with the breast area of the user is provided. The wearable device includes a garment insert detachably coupled to a garment designed for at least partial contact with the breast area of the user and sensors configured to collect data associated with the breast area of the user. The sensors may collect first breast data at a first time and second breast data at a second time, different from the first time. A breast area prediction may be generated based on comparing the first breast data to the second breast data, and may define an estimation of breast area risk for the user. A feedback indication may be provided to a user interface based on the breast area prediction, indicating whether the user should receive a breast area evaluation from a medical professional.

Abstract: Biometric enabled virtual reality (VR) systems and methods are disclosed for detecting user intention(s) and manipulating virtual avatar control based on the user intention(s) for providing kinematic awareness in holographic space, two-dimensional (2D) space, or three-dimensional (3D) virtual space. A virtual representation of an intended motion of a user corresponding to an intention of muscle activation of the user is determined based on analysis of a biometric signal data of the user as collected by a biometric detection device. The virtual representation of the intended motion is used to modulate virtual avatar control or output of a virtual avatar (representing one or more aspects of at least one of the user) or an object (as manipulated by the user) is manipulated in the holographic space, the virtual 2D, or the 3D space. The virtual avatar is rendered by a virtual interface configured to provide the kinematic awareness to the user in the holographic space, the 2D virtual space, or the 3D virtual space.

Abstract: Biometric enabled virtual reality (VR) systems and methods are disclosed for detecting user intention(s) and modulating virtual avatar control based on the user intention(s) for creation of virtual avatar(s) or object(s) in holographic space, two-dimensional (2D) virtual space, or three-dimensional (3D) virtual space. A virtual representation of an intended motion of a user corresponding to an intention of muscle activation of the user is determined based on analysis of a biometric signal data of the user as collected by a biometric detection device. The virtual representation of the intended motion is used to modulate virtual avatar control or output to create at least one of a virtual avatar representing aspect(s) of the user or an object manipulated by the user in a holographic space, virtual 2D space, or virtual 3D space. The avatar or the object is created based on: (1) the biometric signal data of a user, or (2) user-specific specifications as provided by the user.

Abstract: Adaptive biosignal systems and methods are disclosed for switching one or more designations of biosignal sensors for dynamic adaptation and optimization of one or more biosignal detection devices. A sensor designation cycle is executed for a plurality of biosignal sensors of a biosignal detection device, each of the plurality of biosignal sensors configured to collect biosignal data of a user, and each of the plurality of biosignal sensors having a designation defining an electrical sensor modality modifiable by a switch communicatively coupled to the biosignal detection device. The plurality of biosignal sensors comprises at least a first biosignal sensor, a second biosignal sensor, and a third biosignal sensor, wherein the first biosignal sensor is designated as a reference sensor, and wherein the second biosignal sensor is designated as a measurement sensor. The sensor designation cycle comprises various algorithms for switching designations of the various sensors.

Abstract: Biometric enabled virtual reality (VR) systems and methods are disclosed for detecting user intention(s) and modulating virtual avatar control based on the user intention(s) for creation of virtual avatar(s) or object(s) in holographic space, two-dimensional (2D) virtual space, or three-dimensional (3D) virtual space. A virtual representation of an intended motion of a user corresponding to an intention of muscle activation of the user is determined based on analysis of a biometric signal data of the user as collected by a biometric detection device. The virtual representation of the intended motion is used to modulate virtual avatar control or output to create at least one of a virtual avatar representing aspect(s) of the user or an object manipulated by the user in a holographic space, virtual 2D space, or virtual 3D space. The avatar or the object is created based on: (1) the biometric signal data of a user, or (2) user-specific specifications as provided by the user.

Abstract: Biometric enabled virtual reality (VR) systems and methods are disclosed for detecting user intention(s) and modulating virtual avatar control based on the user intention(s) for creation of virtual avatar(s) or object(s) in holographic space, two-dimensional (2D) virtual space, or three-dimensional (3D) virtual space. A virtual representation of an intended motion of a user corresponding to an intention of muscle activation of the user is determined based on analysis of a biometric signal data of the user as collected by a biometric detection device. The virtual representation of the intended motion is used to modulate virtual avatar control or output to create at least one of a virtual avatar representing aspect(s) of the user or an object manipulated by the user in a holographic space, virtual 2D space, or virtual 3D space. The avatar or the object is created based on: (1) the biometric signal data of a user, or (2) user-specific specifications as provided by the user.

Abstract: Biometric enabled virtual reality (VR) systems and methods are disclosed for detecting user intention(s) and manipulating virtual avatar control based on the user intention(s) for providing kinematic awareness in holographic space, two-dimensional (2D) space, or three-dimensional (3D) virtual space. A virtual representation of an intended motion of a user corresponding to an intention of muscle activation of the user is determined based on analysis of a biometric signal data of the user as collected by a biometric detection device. The virtual representation of the intended motion is used to modulate virtual avatar control or output of a virtual avatar (representing one or more aspects of at least one of the user) or an object (as manipulated by the user) is manipulated in the holographic space, the virtual 2D, or the 3D space. The virtual avatar is rendered by a virtual interface configured to provide the kinematic awareness to the user in the holographic space, the 2D virtual space, or the 3D virtual space.

Abstract: Biometric robustness systems and methods are described for detecting biometric signals of a user and adaptively adjusting signal output to control biometric devices(s). In various aspects, the biometrics robustness systems and methods comprise determining a biometric signal pattern of the user based on analysis of biometric signals of the user. The biometric signals of the user are detected by one or more biometric sensors. The biometrics robustness systems and methods may comprise generating, by a processor communicatively coupled to the one or more biometric sensors, an adjusted control output based on an anomaly as detected within the biometric signal pattern. The biometrics robustness systems and methods may comprise providing, by the processor, an adjusted control output to a biometric device to control operation of the biometric device.

Abstract: A cavity ring down measurement system comprising a light source in optical communication with a detector through an optical cavity wherein the detector is in electronic communication through a gating circuit with a first integrating circuit and a second integrating circuit, controlled to obtain a ring up signal simultaneous with a ring down signal of a plurality of ON-OFF cycles over a single period of time. A process to utilize the system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A cavity ring down measurement system comprising a light source in optical communication with a detector through an optical cavity wherein the detector is in electronic communication through a gating circuit with a first integrating circuit and a second integrating circuit, controlled to obtain a ring up signal simultaneous with a ring down signal of a plurality of ON-OFF cycles over a single period of time. A process to utilize the system is also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems and methods are described for the coaching of users through successful calibration of a myoelectric prosthetic controller. The systems and methods are comprised of, and/or utilize, hardware and software components to input and analyze electromyography (EMG) based signals in association with movements, and to calibrate and output feedback about the signals. The hardware is further comprised of an apparatus for the detection of EMG signals, a prosthesis, an indicator, and a user interface. The software is further comprised of a user interface, a pattern recognition component, a calibration procedure, and a feedback mechanism. The systems and methods facilitate calibration of a myoelectric controller and provides the user with feedback about the calibration including information of the signal inputs and outputs, and messages about connected hardware and how to optimize signal data.

Abstract: Semiconductor structures and fabrication methods are provided integrating different fin device architectures on a common wafer, for instance, within a common functional device area of the wafer. The method includes: facilitating fabricating multiple fin device architectures within a common functional device wafer area by: providing a wafer with at least one fin disposed over a substrate, the fin including an isolation layer; modifying the fin(s) in a first region of the fin(s), while protecting the fin in a second region of the fin(s); and proceeding with forming one or more fin devices of a first architectural type in the first region and one or more fin devices of a second architectural type in the second region. The first architectural type and the second architectural type are different fin device architectures, such as different fin device isolation architectures, different fin type transistor architectures, or different fin-type devices or structures.

Abstract: Automated image quality assessment algorithms, which perform the functions of locating a region of interest, maximizing the image contrast, and ensuring the region of interest is properly centered in the image. Wherein the region of interest is located by spectral matching filter using a target spectrum obtained from samples of the image itself.

Abstract: Automated image quality assessment methods, which include locating a region of interest, region assessment, contrast assessment, blur assessment, and contaminant detection, on video data and high-resolution imagery. Where the blur assessment is performed without a reference image by dividing the region into non-overlapping block, measuring the wavenumber frequency of the blocks and calculating the ratio of the low frequency to high frequency areas.

Abstract: Automated image quality assessment algorithms, which perform the functions of locating a region of interest, maximizing the image contrast, and ensuring the region of interest is properly centered in the image. Wherein the region of interest is located by spectral matching filter using a target spectrum obtained from samples of the image itself.

Abstract: A structure, and a method for fabricating the structure, for the isolation of electronic devices is disclosed. The electronic devices are processed in substrates comprising a SiGe based layer underneath a strained Si layer. The isolation structure comprises a trench extending downward from the substrate top surface and penetrating into the SiGe based layer, forming a sidewall in the substrate. An epitaxial Si liner is selectively deposited onto the trench sidewall, and subsequently thermally oxidized. The trench is filled with a trench dielectric, which protrudes above the substrate top surface.

Abstract: A structure, and a method for fabricating the structure, for the isolation of electronic devices is disclosed. The electronic devices are processed in substrates comprising a SiGe based layer underneath a strained Si layer. The isolation structure comprises a trench extending downward from the substrate top surface and penetrating into the SiGe based layer, forming a sidewall in the substrate. An epitaxial Si liner is selectively deposited onto the trench sidewall, and subsequently thermally oxidized. The trench is filled with a trench dielectric, which protrudes above the substrate top surface.

Abstract: A semiconductor structure having silicon dioxide layers of different thicknesses is fabricated by forming a sacrificial silicon dioxide layer on the surface of a substrate; implanting nitrogen ions through the sacrificial silicon dioxide layer into first areas of the semiconductor substrate; implanting chlorine and/or bromine ions through the sacrificial silicon dioxide layer into second areas of the semiconductor substrate where silicon dioxide having the highest thickness is to be formed; removing the sacrificial silicon dioxide layer; and then growing a layer of silicon dioxide on the surface of the semiconductor substrate. The growth rate of the silicon dioxide will be faster in the areas containing the chlorine and/or bromine ions and therefore the silicon dioxide layer will be thicker in those regions as compared to the silicon dioxide layer in the regions not containing the chlorine and/or bromine ions.