Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: The disclosed technology provides solutions for facilitating automated cleaning of an autonomous vehicle (AV) and in particular, for identifying objects and maintenance areas within an AV cabin. A process of the disclosed technology can include steps for collecting sensor data representing a cabin of an autonomous vehicle (AV) using an optical sensor disposed on a robotic arm, identifying one or more objects represented by the sensor data, and determining if the cabin of the AV can be cleaned using one or more tools associated with the robotic arm based on an identification of at least one of the one or more objects. Systems and machine-readable media are also provided.

Abstract: The disclosed technology provides solutions for localizing a robotic arm to facilitate entry into and cleaning of an autonomous vehicle (AV) cabin. A process of the disclosed technology can include steps for locating a door handle of an AV, actuating the door handle to open a door of the AV, and positioning a robotic arm inside a cabin of the AV. The process may further include steps for collecting image data representing the cabin using an optical sensor disposed on a distal end of the robotic arm, identifying one or more features within the cabin based, and localizing the robotic arm within the cabin of the AV. Systems and machine-readable media are also provided.

Abstract: Provided is a system and method that can control a speed of an autonomous vehicle when approaching a vehicle on a shoulder based on a piecewise linear function. Further, the system and method may determine whether to perform a lane change based on various factors. In one example, the method may include storing a piecewise linear function, detecting a vehicle on a shoulder (VOS) of a road based on sensor data sensed by one or more sensors of an ego vehicle approaching the VOS, determining that the VOS is within a predefined distance of the ego vehicle, and in response to the determination, controlling the ego vehicle to slow down and then speed up based on the piecewise linear function.

Abstract: Provided is a system and method that can control a speed of an autonomous vehicle when approaching a vehicle on a shoulder based on a piecewise linear function. Further, the system and method may determine whether to perform a lane change based on various factors. In one example, the method may include storing a piecewise linear function, detecting a vehicle on a shoulder (VOS) of a road based on sensor data sensed by one or more sensors of an ego vehicle approaching the VOS, determining that the VOS is within a predefined distance of the ego vehicle, and in response to the determination, controlling the ego vehicle to slow down and then speed up based on the piecewise linear function.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Provided is a system and method that can control a speed of an autonomous vehicle when approaching a vehicle on a shoulder based on a piecewise linear function. Further, the system and method may determine whether to perform a lane change based on various factors. In one example, the method may include storing a piecewise linear function, detecting a vehicle on a shoulder (VOS) of a road based on sensor data sensed by one or more sensors of an ego vehicle approaching the VOS, determining that the VOS is within a predefined distance of the ego vehicle, and in response to the determination, controlling the ego vehicle to slow down and then speed up based on the piecewise linear function.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Dual self-aligned gate endcap (SAGE) architectures, and methods of fabricating dual self-aligned gate endcap (SAGE) architectures, are described. In an example, an integrated circuit structure includes a first semiconductor fin having a cut along a length of the first semiconductor fin. A second semiconductor fin is parallel with the first semiconductor fin. A first gate endcap isolation structure is between the first semiconductor fin and the second semiconductor fin. A second gate endcap isolation structure is in a location of the cut along the length of the first semiconductor fin.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: The disclosed technology provides solutions for vehicle charging and in particular, for automating vehicle charging operations. In some aspects, an automated charging station is provided. The charging station can include a base, a rotary actuator mounted to the base, and an arm coupled to the first rotary actuator at a proximal portion, wherein the first rotary actuator is configured to rotate the arm about a z-axis with respect to the base. In some aspects, the automated charging station further includes a linear actuator coupled to the arm at a distal portion, and a charging assembly coupled to the linear actuator, wherein the linear actuator is configured to actuate the charging assembly in a linear direction with respect to the base. Methods for assembling and using an automated charging station are also provided.

Abstract: Unidirectional self-aligned gate endcap (SAGE) architectures with gate-orthogonal walls, and methods of fabricating unidirectional self-aligned gate endcap (SAGE) architectures with gate-orthogonal walls, are described. In an example, integrated circuit structure includes a first semiconductor fin having a cut along a length of the first semiconductor fin. A second semiconductor fin has a cut along a length of the second semiconductor fin. A gate endcap isolation structure is between the first semiconductor fin and the second semiconductor fin. The gate endcap isolation structure has a substantially uniform width along the lengths of the first and second semiconductor fins.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Self-aligned gate endcap (SAGE) architectures having gate endcap plugs or contact endcap plugs, or both gate endcap plugs and contact endcap plugs, and methods of fabricating SAGE architectures having such endcap plugs, are described. In an example, a first gate structure is over a first of a plurality of semiconductor fins. A second gate structure is over a second of the plurality of semiconductor fins. A first gate endcap isolation structure is laterally between and in contact with the first gate structure and the second gate structure and has an uppermost surface co-planar with an uppermost surface of the first gate structure and the second gate structure. A second gate endcap isolation structure is laterally between and in contact with first and second lateral portions of the first gate structure and has an uppermost surface below an uppermost surface of the first gate structure.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.

Abstract: Methods and systems described herein facilitate virtual interactions between users that more closely resemble their in-person counterparts. In particular, the methods and systems simulate in-person interactions in virtual environments through the use of complex spatial algorithms. For example, in some embodiments, the methods and systems provide avatar-based video conferencing systems in which avatars are connected by video/voice chat to any avatar based on one or more criteria.