Abstract: A method, apparatus, and system for object detection on an edge device include projecting a hyperdimensional vector of a query request for an image received at the edge device into a hyperdimensional embedding space to identify at least one exemplar in the hyperdimensional embedding space having a predetermined measure of similarity to the query request using a network trained to: generate a respective hyperdimensional image vector and a respective hyperdimensional text vector for the image and received text descriptions of the image, generate a hyperdimensional query text vector of the query request, combine and embed respective ones of the hyperdimensional image vectors and the hyperdimensional text vectors into a hyperdimensional embedding space to generate respective exemplars, project the hyperdimensional query text vector into the hyperdimensional embedding space, and determine a similarity measure between the hyperdimensional query text vector and at least one of the respective exemplars.

Abstract: Systems and methods for administering trade orders are described. An embodiment comprises receiving, from a first server operated by a first trader, a communication including a first trade order and one or more selection criteria, the first trade order including at least one of a specified instrument, a specified quantity, and a specified price; determining that a database of trade orders does not contain a trade order matching the first trade order; identifying a plurality of traders satisfying the selection criteria; sending, to a plurality of second servers, a query including at least one of the specified instrument, the specified quantity, and the specified price; receiving, from a one of the plurality of second servers operated on behalf of a second trader, a positive response to the query; and facilitating execution of a trade between the first trader and the second trader for the specified instrument at the specified price.

Abstract: An unmanned vehicle (20) for relaying radio frequency signals in a tactical communications network is described. The unmanned vehicle comprises a processor (22) arranged to receive the location of a first asset (40a); select a relay site (30) from at least one relay site; and control the unmanned vehicle to move to the selected relay site, wherein at the selected relay site, communication between the first asset and the unmanned vehicle is enabled. The unmanned vehicle also comprises a receiver for receiving data from the first asset; and a transmitter for transmitting the data to a second asset (40b, 20, 10). A control unit (60) for an unmanned vehicle, a tactical communications network comprising a plurality of unmanned vehicles, and a method of relaying signals in a tactical communications network using an unmanned vehicle are all also described.

Abstract: A cordless compressor has an air storage tank, a pump, a motor for driving the pump, and a controller circuit electrically connected to the motor. A pressure switch assembly is connected to the controller circuit. The pressure switch assembly has first and second pressure switches for sensing pressure within the air storage tank. The controller circuit controls de-activation of the motor depending upon status of the first and second pressure switches.

Abstract: A method, machine readable medium and system for RGBD semantic segmentation of video data includes determining semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for less than all classes for images of each frame of a first video, determining semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for images of each key frame of a second video including a synchronous combination of respective frames of the RGB video and the depth-aware video in parallel to the determination of the semantic segmentation data and the depth segmentation data for each frame of the first video, temporally and geometrically aligning respective frames of the first video and the second video, and predicting semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for images of a subsequent frame of the first video based on the determination of the semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for images of a key frame of the second video.

Abstract: In an example, a system includes processing circuitry in communication with storage media. The processing circuitry is configured to execute a machine learning system including at least a first module, a second module and a third module. The machine learning system is configured to train one or more machine learning models. The first module is configured to generate augmented input data based on the streaming input data. The second module includes a machine learning model configured to perform a specific task based at least in part on the augmented input data. The third module configured to adapt a network architecture of the one or more machine learning models based on changes in the streaming input data.

Abstract: An assembly for a body joint orthotic that generates a distraction force to the joint that can be synchronized with the flexion of said joint. The hinge may be polycentric or unicentric. For a polycentric hinge, the distraction can be generated by varying the distance between the axes of rotation of the two pivot points. For a unicentric hinge, the distraction can be generated by increasing the length of at least one of the arms that connects the strapping element which holds the orthotic to the limb or body part to the hinge. The synchronization of the amount of distraction to the angle of flexion may be achieved by purely mechanical mechanisms or involving a motor.

Abstract: A multi-axis rotational control hip orthosis that can stabilize and control forces around a hip joint and may be customized to a wearer's physical or medical needs.

Abstract: An adjustable tensioning device capable of providing and holding high tensions needed for medical devices, prosthetics, and orthotics.

Abstract: A tension adjustment mechanism transforming the rotation of a dial into a change of volume of a worn-article, such as a prosthetic socket, to improve the fit of the worn-article.

Abstract: A method of making an optical article having a gradient tint and a gradient polarization. The method includes contacting one or more dye compositions including at least one of a dichroic dye, a photochromic-dichroic dye, or any combination thereof, with an optical element having a continuous coating including at least one alignment zone. At least a portion of the dye composition diffuses into the coating at a predetermined concentration gradient along at least a portion of the coating.

Abstract: A method, machine readable medium and system for RGBD semantic segmentation of video data includes determining semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for less than all classes for images of each frame of a first video, determining semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for images of each key frame of a second video including a synchronous combination of respective frames of the RGB video and the depth-aware video in parallel to the determination of the semantic segmentation data and the depth segmentation data for each frame of the first video, temporally and geometrically aligning respective frames of the first video and the second video, and predicting semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for images of a subsequent frame of the first video based on the determination of the semantic segmentation data and depth segmentation data for images of a key frame of the second video.

Abstract: A system and a method for controlling an electronic device embedded in a package of a consumer product are disclosed. In one aspect, the consumer product packaging includes a bottle for a beverage, a memory, a receiver and a circuit. The memory stores an action to be performed in response to an input. The receiver receives the input indicative of movement of the bottle. The circuit retrieves the action stored in memory upon receipt of the input and command an electronic communication module to perform the action at a particular time or in a particular sequence.

Abstract: An adjustable tensioning device capable of providing and holding high tensions needed for medical devices, prosthetics, and orthotics.

Abstract: An assembly for a body joint orthotic that generates a distraction force to the joint that can be synchronized with the flexion of said joint. The hinge may be polycentric or unicentric. For a polycentric hinge, the distraction can be generated by varying the distance between the axes of rotation of the two pivot points. For a unicentric hinge, the distraction can be generated by increasing the length of at least one of the arms that connects the strapping element which holds the orthotic to the limb or body part to the hinge. The synchronization of the amount of distraction to the angle of flexion may be achieved by purely mechanical mechanisms or involving a motor.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods for making for shoulder orthoses, which can control the position of the humeral head/arm relative to the shoulder joint by adjusting tension across the joint. The orthoses allows the user to modify the direction and magnitude of force applied while wearing the orthosis. The orthosis may contain cams or extensions to direct and amplify the force around the joint towards a specific range of motion. The orthoses can be made from digitally imaging joints and then partially or fully automating the design of orthosis.

Abstract: A multi-axis rotation control ankle brace, wherein the direction and magnitude of force can be controlled around three axes of the ankle joint through an adjustable tensioning apparatus. The device may be applied to address conditions such as chronic ankle instability, foot drop, or osteoarthritis by providing such forces around the joint as an external-muscle tendon system to improve function, reduce pain, or restore mobility of the user. While more are contemplated herein, five preferred embodiments are specifically disclosed in the current application. Three preferred embodiments comprise a proximal portion and a distal portion, wherein the proximal portion is anchored above the ankle joint and houses, in aspects, the adjustment mechanism. The proximal portion is connected to the distal portion by tensioning or compressive elements, through which threes can be controlled by the user via the adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: A system and a method for controlling an electronic device embedded in a package of a consumer product are disclosed. In one aspect, the consumer product packaging includes a bottle for a beverage, a memory, a receiver and a circuit. The memory stores an action to be performed in response to an input. The receiver receives the input indicative of movement of the bottle. The circuit retrieves the action stored in memory upon receipt of the input and command an electronic communication module to perform the action at a particular time or in a particular sequence.

Abstract: An adjustable tensioning device capable of providing and holding high tensions needed for medical devices, prosthetics, and orthotics.

Abstract: Method of price discovery includes: creating a bid design file as a set of specification variables, pricing variables, bid evaluation scenarios, and bid evaluation formulas; producing a scenario file as a set of observations; producing a specification variable matrix including the bid scenario for each observation and item; producing a bid template including producing a data structure as a bid template including the pricing variables, bid evaluation formulas, and the specification variable matrix; transmitting the bid template to the bidding suppliers; receiving completed bids; computing price savings attributable to each item across all bidding suppliers; producing a bid evaluation matrix including bid prices for each bidder for each item from the specification variables and computed price savings attributable to each item across all bidding suppliers; and displaying contents of the bid evaluation matrix to a buyer, as the price discovery for the plurality of bidding suppliers and items.