Abstract: Systems and methods permit generation of a digital scan of a user's face such as for obtaining of a patient respiratory mask, or component(s) thereof, based on the digital scan. The method may include: receiving video data comprising a plurality of video frames of the user's face taken from a plurality of angles relative to the user's face, generating a three-dimensional representation of a surface of the user's face based on the plurality of video frames, receiving scale estimation data associated with the received video data, the scale estimation data indicative of a relative size of the user's face, and scaling the digital three-dimensional representation of the user's face based on the scale estimation data. In some aspects, the scale estimation data may be derived from motion information collected by the same device that collects the scan of the user's face.

Abstract: Systems and methods permit generation of a digital scan of a user's face such as for obtaining of a patient respiratory mask, or component(s) thereof, based on the digital scan. The method may include: receiving video data comprising a plurality of video frames of the user's face taken from a plurality of angles relative to the user's face, generating a three-dimensional representation of a surface of the user's face based on the plurality of video frames, receiving scale estimation data associated with the received video data, the scale estimation data indicative of a relative size of the user's face, and scaling the digital three-dimensional representation of the user's face based on the scale estimation data. In some aspects, the scale estimation data may be derived from motion information collected by the same device that collects the scan of the user's face.

Abstract: Systems and methods permit generation of a digital scan of a user's face such as for obtaining of a patient respiratory mask, or component(s) thereof, based on the digital scan. The method may include: receiving video data comprising a plurality of video frames of the user's face taken from a plurality of angles relative to the user's face, generating a three-dimensional representation of a surface of the user's face based on the plurality of video frames, receiving scale estimation data associated with the received video data, the scale estimation data indicative of a relative size of the user's face, and scaling the digital three-dimensional representation of the user's face based on the scale estimation data. In some aspects, the scale estimation data may be derived from motion information collected by the same device that collects the scan of the user's face.

Abstract: Systems and methods permit generation of a digital scan of a user's face such as for obtaining of a patient respiratory mask, or component(s) thereof, based on the digital scan. The method may include: receiving video data comprising a plurality of video frames of the user's face taken from a plurality of angles relative to the user's face, generating a three-dimensional representation of a surface of the user's face based on the plurality of video frames, receiving scale estimation data associated with the received video data, the scale estimation data indicative of a relative size of the user's face, and scaling the digital three-dimensional representation of the user's face based on the scale estimation data. In some aspects, the scale estimation data may be derived from motion information collected by the same device that collects the scan of the user's face.

Abstract: Systems and methods permit generation of a digital scan of a user's face such as for obtaining of a patient respiratory mask, or component(s) thereof, based on the digital scan. The method may include: receiving video data comprising a plurality of video frames of the user's face taken from a plurality of angles relative to the user's face, generating a three-dimensional representation of a surface of the user's face based on the plurality of video frames, receiving scale estimation data associated with the received video data, the scale estimation data indicative of a relative size of the user's face, and scaling the digital three-dimensional representation of the user's face based on the scale estimation data. In some aspects, the scale estimation data may be derived from motion information collected by the same device that collects the scan of the user's face.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method (400) to generate an avatar, such as an avatar forming part of synthetic user generated content. The method comprises determining a rigid model based on an appearance error, a shape error and a dimensionality (425) of received images (405), and an appearance component and shape component of the rigid model. The non-rigid digital model may be a person specific active appearance model. Other aspects of include a computer system (200) and software (225).

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for the treatment of a disease or disorder comprising i) at least one fatty acid, and ii) at least one cholesterol lowering compound. Compositions and methods of the disclosure reduce total cholesterol and maintain total cholesterol homeostasis.

Abstract: The invention relates to detecting and tracking objects in a sequence of images. In particular, a method, software and system for tracking a non-rigid object in a plurality of images. Initially, a first set of parameters for a parameterized shape model are generated (410) based on a first image. Then a second set of parameters are generated (415) for the parameterized shape model by fitting the parameterized shape model to the object in a second image of the plurality of images. This fitting is according to (i) the one or more constraints defined independently of the object or (ii) the first set of parameters. Also, the first and second sets of parameters define a tracking of the non-rigid object between the first and second images.

Abstract: Systems and methods permit generation of a digital scan of a user's face such as for obtaining of a patient respiratory mask, or component(s) thereof, based on the digital scan. The method may include: receiving video data comprising a plurality of video frames of the user's face taken from a plurality of angles relative to the user's face, generating a three-dimensional representation of a surface of the user's face based on the plurality of video frames, receiving scale estimation data associated with the received video data, the scale estimation data indicative of a relative size of the user's face, and scaling the digital three-dimensional representation of the user's face based on the scale estimation data. In some aspects, the scale estimation data may be derived from motion information collected by the same device that collects the scan of the user's face.

Abstract: An apparatus for storing and presenting parts to a robot for automated tending of various manufacturing processes. The method and apparatus allow for an operator, human or other tending robot, to open and place parts into a series of vertically stacked drawers within an enclosure. On the opposing side of the enclosure is the production side where a robot opens an individual drawer and while the drawer is open, successively picks out parts for use in the manufacturing processes as it is programmed to do. The part may or may not be placed back into the drawer based on the part manufacturing process. The robot then closes the drawer and successively cycles through the drawers, opening them on the production side and once the parts have been processed, closing them. The operator then successively opens each drawer, removes any processed parts, if placed back into the drawer as dictated by the part manufacturing process, refills the drawer with new parts and then closes it.

Abstract: The invention relates to detecting and tracking objects in a sequence of images. In particular, a method, software and system for tracking a non-rigid object in a plurality of images. Initially, a first set of parameters for a parameterised shape model are generated (410) based on a first image. Then a second set of parameters are generated (415) for the parameterised shape model by fitting the parameterised shape model to the object in a second image of the plurality of images. This fitting is according to (i) the one or more constraints defined independently of the object or (ii) the first set of parameters. Also, the first and second sets of parameters define a tracking of the non-rigid object between the first and second images.

Abstract: A scale estimating method through metric reconstruction of objects using a smart device is disclosed, in which the smart device is equipped with a camera for image capture and an inertial measurement unit (IMU). The scale estimating method is adapting a batch, vision-centric approach only using IMU to estimate the metric scale of a scene reconstructed by algorithm with Structure from Motion like (SfM) output. Monocular vision and noisy IMU can be integrated with the disclosed scale estimating method, in which a 3D structure of an object of interest up to an ambiguity in scale and reference frame can be resolved. Gravity data and a real-time heuristic algorithm for determining sufficiency of video data collection are utilized for improving upon scale estimation accuracy so as to be independent of device and operating system. Application of the scale estimation includes determining pupil distance and 3D reconstruction using video images.

Abstract: A scale estimating method through metric reconstruction of objects using a smart device is disclosed, in which the smart device is equipped with a camera for image capture and an inertial measurement unit (IMU). The scale estimating method is adapting a batch, vision-centric approach only using IMU to estimate the metric scale of a scene reconstructed by algorithm with Structure from Motion like (SfM) output. Monocular vision and noisy IMU can be integrated with the disclosed scale estimating method, in which a 3D structure of an object of interest up to an ambiguity in scale and reference frame can be resolved. Gravity data and a real-time heuristic algorithm for determining sufficiency of video data collection are utilized for improving upon scale estimation accuracy so as to be independent of device and operating system. Application of the scale estimation includes determining pupil distance and 3D reconstruction using video images.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method (400) to generate an avatar, such as an avatar forming part of synthetic user generated content. The method comprises determining a rigid model based on an appearance error, a shape error and a dimensionality (425) of received images (405), and an appearance component and shape component of the rigid model. The non-rigid digital model may be a person specific active appearance model. Other aspects of include a computer system (200) and software (225).

Abstract: Actinic radiation curable composition suitable for use in coating electronic components and as a printing ink comprising as the essential components:(a) a monomer selected from the group consisting of monofunctional vinyl monomers and multifunctional vinyl monomers; or(b) a prepolymer selected from the group consisting of monofunctional vinyl polymers and multifunctional vinyl polymers;(c) a photoinitiator;(d) at least one filler; and(e) at least one surface active agent having a molecular weight greater than or equal to about 227;wherein one of the surface active agent or the filler has a pH greater than or equal to 7 and the other of the surface active agent or the filler has a pH less than or equal to 7 such that dispersion of the filler in the composition is enhanced and relative high loading of filler in the composition is obtainable;(f) or at least two surface active agents having a molecular weight greater than or equal to about 227 wherein one of the surface active agents has a pH greater than or equa

Abstract: Actinic radiation curable composition suitable for use in coating electronic components and as a printing ink comprising as the essential components:(a) a prepolymer selected from the group consisting of monofunctional vinyl resins and multifunctional vinyl resins;(b) a monomer selected from the group consisting of monofunctional vinyl monomers and multifunctional vinyl monomers;(c) a photoinitiator;(d) a filler; and(e) at least one surface active agent having a molecular weight greater than about 227;wherein one of the surface active agent or the filler has a pH greater than or equal to 7 and the other of the surface active agent or the filler has a pH less than or equal to 7 such that dispersion of the filler in the composition is enhanced and relatively high loading of filler in the composition is obtainable.