Abstract: A graphics-specific search engine receives a search input from a user account for a media platform, determines a search query parsed from the input, and searches a graphics-specific database for existing images that correspond to the search query. An image generator generates new images that correspond to the search query when the search result does not exceed a predetermined number. A graphics display engine sends a plurality of the images to an instance of an account for a media platform.

Abstract: The disclosure is to constitute, while reducing a cost for collecting training data used in machine learning that makes a control module acquire an ability to control a robot device, the control module operatable in an actual environment by the machine learning. A learning device according to one aspect of the present invention executes machine learning of an extractor by using a first learning data set constituted by a combination of simulation data and first environmental information and a second learning data set constituted by a combination of actual data and second environmental information. Further, a learning device according to one aspect of the present invention executes machine learning of a controller by using a third learning data set constituted by a combination of third environmental information, state information, and a control command.

Abstract: Example aspects include techniques for creating video stickers from user-generated content. These techniques may include receiving selection of a video content item previously uploaded to a SMP server application corresponding to the SMP client application, and presenting a graphical user interface (GUI) for receiving one or more derivative attributes for generating a derivative video sticker from the video content item. In addition, the techniques may include adding the derivative video sticker to a library of stickers provided by the SMP server application to a plurality of SMP client applications, and presenting the derivative video sticker within a communication interface associated with the SMP server application.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes techniques of generating voices for virtual characters. A plurality of source sounds may be received. The plurality of source sounds may correspond to a plurality of frames of a video. The video may comprise a virtual character. The plurality of source sounds may be converted into a plurality of representations in a latent space using a first model. Each representation among the plurality of representations may comprise a plurality of parameters. The plurality of parameters may correspond to a plurality of sound features. A plurality of sounds may be generated in real time for the virtual character in the video based at least in part on modifying at least one of the plurality of parameters of each representation.

Abstract: A single-photon-spectroscopic isotope detector. In some embodiments, the isotope detector includes a narrow-band light source, and a single-photon detector. The narrow-band light source may be configured to generate light at a first wavelength near a second wavelength corresponding to a vibrational mode of a molecule including an isotope of interest.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes techniques for generating visual effects based on text. The techniques comprise initiating a process of generating a visual effect in response to a selection of an interface element; generating the visual effect, wherein the generating the visual effect comprises generating a first image based on a first text input by a first user, and wherein content of the first image correlates with the first text; and causing to display the first image on a screen of a computing device.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes techniques for generating content. Text may be received. The text is associated with a video to be created by at least one user. At least one image may be generated based at least in part on the text using at least one machine learning model. The video may be generated based at least in part on the at least one image. The video comprises content overlaid on the at least one image.

Abstract: A resonator constructed with one or more Van der Waals materials. In some embodiments, a system includes such a resonator. The resonator may include: a capacitor; and an inductor, the capacitor including: a first conductive layer; an insulating layer, on the first conductive layer; and a second conductive layer on the insulating layer, the first conductive layer being composed of one or more layers of a first van der Waals material, the insulating layer being composed of one or more layers of a second van der Waals material, and the second conductive layer being composed of one or more layers of a third van der Waals material.

Abstract: A reusable cartridge and method for forming a beverage using a beverage machine. The cartridge may include multiple openings, e.g., arranged to receive an inlet needle, through which liquid may be introduced into the cartridge. One or more of the openings may be closed to flow, e.g., by a plug that engages with a corresponding opening by a friction fit. A filter basket may be inserted or removed into the interior space through the opening and a cover may engage at top to seal the opening closed.

Abstract: A method for classifying images of oligolayer exfoliation attempts. In some embodiments, the method includes forming a micrograph of a surface, and classifying the micrograph into one of a plurality of categories. The categories may include a first category, consisting of micrographs including at least one oligolayer flake, and a second category, consisting of micrographs including no oligolayer flakes, the classifying comprising classifying the micrograph with a neural network.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides systems and methods for video generation corresponding to a user input. Given a user input, a story video with content relevant to the user input can be generated. One aspect includes a computing system comprising a processor and memory. The processor can be configured to execute a program using portions of the memory to receive the user input, generate a story text based on the user input, generate a plurality of story images based on the story text, and output a story including the story text and a story video having content corresponding to the story text, wherein the story video includes the plurality of story images. Additionally or alternatively, the story video can include audio data and a plurality of generated animated videos, each animated video corresponding to a story image in the plurality of story images.

Abstract: A vacuum pump generally comprises a low pressure portion and a high pressure portion separated by a gas impermeable partition. Gas molecules exit the low pressure portion through an opening in the partition and passively impinge on a featureless rotatable surface in the high pressure portion. A drive rotates the rotatable surface with tangential velocity in the supersonic range at multiple times the most probable velocity of the impinging gas molecules. Impinging gas molecules are ejected outwardly from the periphery of the rotatable surface generating a substantial net outward flow of gas and reducing the pressure in the low pressure portion. The vacuum pump is effective to reduce the pressure in the low pressure portion to a target minimum pressure without using seals to prevent gas molecules from leaking back to the low pressure portion and without using blades or vanes to actively impact the gas molecules.

Abstract: A method for classifying images of oligolayer exfoliation attempts. In some embodiments, the method includes forming a micrograph of a surface, and classifying the micrograph into one of a plurality of categories. The categories may include a first category, consisting of micrographs including at least one oligolayer flake, and a second category, consisting of micrographs including no oligolayer flakes, the classifying comprising classifying the micrograph with a neural network.

Abstract: An evaporatively cooled device and a system including the same. In some embodiments, the system includes an oligolayer conductive sheet; a superconductor; a tunneling barrier, between the oligolayer conductive sheet and the superconductor; and a bias circuit, configured to apply a bias voltage across the tunneling barrier, the bias voltage being less than a gap voltage of the superconductor and greater than one-half of the gap voltage of the superconductor.

Abstract: A van der Waals capacitor and a qubit constructed with such a capacitor. In some embodiments, the capacitor includes a first conductive layer; an insulating layer, on the first conductive layer; and a second conductive layer on the insulating layer. The first conductive layer may be composed of one or more layers of a first van der Waals material, the insulating layer may be composed of one or more layers of a second van der Waals material, and the second conductive layer may be composed of one or more layers of a third van der Waals material.

Abstract: A method for classifying images of oligolayer exfoliation attempts. In some embodiments, the method includes forming a micrograph of a surface, and classifying the micrograph into one of a plurality of categories. The categories may include a first category, consisting of micrographs including at least one oligolayer flake, and a second category, consisting of micrographs including no oligolayer flakes, the classifying comprising classifying the micrograph with a neural network.

Abstract: A tunable oscillator including a Josephson junction. In some embodiments, the tunable oscillator includes a first superconducting terminal, a second superconducting terminal, a graphene channel including a portion of a graphene sheet, and a conductive gate. The first superconducting terminal, the second superconducting terminal, and the graphene channel together may form a Josephson junction having an oscillation frequency, and the conductive gate may be configured, upon application of a voltage across the conductive gate and the graphene channel, to modify the oscillation frequency.

Abstract: A vacuum pump generally comprises a low pressure portion and a high pressure portion separated by a gas impermeable partition. Gas molecules exit the low pressure portion through an opening in the partition and passively impinge on a featureless rotatable surface in the high pressure portion. A drive rotates the rotatable surface with tangential velocity in the supersonic range at multiple times the most probable velocity of the impinging gas molecules. Impinging gas molecules are ejected outwardly from the periphery of the rotatable surface generating a substantial net outward flow of gas and reducing the pressure in the low pressure portion. The vacuum pump is effective to reduce the pressure in the low pressure portion to a target minimum pressure without using seals to prevent gas molecules from leaking back to the low pressure portion and without using blades or vanes to actively impact the gas molecules.

Abstract: MRI-guided robotics offers possibility for physicians to perform interventions remotely on confined anatomy. While the pathological and physiological changes could be visualized by high-contrast volumetric MRI scan during the procedure, robots promise improved navigation with added dexterity and precision. In cardiac catheterization, however, maneuvering a long catheter (1-2 meters) to the desired location and performing the therapy are still challenging. To meet this challenge, this invention presents an MRI-conditional catheter robotic system that integrates intra-op MRI, MR-based tracking units and enhanced visual guidance with catheter manipulation. This system differs fundamentally from existing master/slave catheter manipulation systems, of which the robotic manipulation is still challenging due to the very limited image guidance. This system provides a means of integrating intra-operative MR imaging and tracking to improve the performance of tele-operated robotic catheterization.

Abstract: A brewing system may include a fluid supply system, a chamber, and a fluid outlet. The fluid outlet may be configured to pierce a capsule containing a beverage ingredient formed of solid particles. The chamber may be configured to receive and hold solid particles from the capsule without inhibiting or restricting a flow path from the fluid supply system, through the chamber, and out of the fluid outlet. In some cases, a fluid flow through the chamber may gradually empty the chamber of solid particles.