Abstract: In one embodiment, a system includes at least one projector configured to project a plurality of projected patterns onto a scene, the projected patterns including a first projected pattern that includes a plurality of first projected features, a camera configured to capture a plurality of images including a first detected pattern corresponding to a reflection of the first projected pattern, and one or more processors configured to: compute a depth map of the scene based on the first projected pattern, the first detected pattern, and relative positions of the camera and the at least one projector, project, using the projector, a second projected pattern comprising a plurality of second projected features onto a portion of the scene, where the second projected pattern is more sparse than the first projected pattern, and capture, using the camera, a second detected pattern corresponding to a reflection of the second projected pattern.

Abstract: A semi-transparent solar panel apparatus for allowing light to pass through solar panels onto crops to maximize solar collection areas includes a plurality of cell columns comprising a plurality of solar cells. Each cell column has a space between the adjacent cell columns to allow light to pass therethrough. A pair of encapsulant sheets is coupled together on either side of the plurality of cell columns to maintain the arrangement of the cell columns. A bottom frame is coupled to the pair of encapsulant sheets. The pair of encapsulant sheets is coupled to a bottom horizontal portion within a bottom vertical portion. A top frame is coupled to the bottom frame with a top vertical portion coupled to the bottom vertical portion of the bottom frame to seal the pair of encapsulant sheets between a top horizontal portion and the bottom horizontal portion.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a computing system may access a first image and a second image of at least a common portion of an environment while a light emission with a predetermined emission pattern is projected by a projector. The first and second images are respectively captured by a first and a second detector that are respectively separated from the projector by a first and a second distance. The system may determine that a first portion of the first image corresponds to a second portion of the second image. The system may compute, using triangulation, a first depth value associated with the first portion and a second depth value associated with the second portion. The system may determine that the first and second depth values match in accordance with one or more predetermined criteria, and generate a depth map of the environment based on at least one of the depth values.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a system includes a first projector configured to project a first projected pattern having one or more first projected lighting characteristics, a second projector configured to project a second projected pattern having one or more second projected lighting characteristics, a camera configured to capture an image comprising first and second detected patterns corresponding to reflections of the first and second projected patterns, respectively, and one or more processors configured to: identify a detected point in the image that corresponds to a projected point in at least one of the first and second projected patterns by comparing detected lighting characteristics of the first and second detected patterns with the first and second projected lighting characteristics, and compute a depth associated with the detected point based on the projected point, the detected point, and a relative position between the camera and at least one of the projectors.

Abstract: An embodiment method includes generating a first water product and a sludge of contaminants from water to be treated using an advanced electronic-oxidation process. The advanced electronic-oxidation process includes an electronic treatment comprising a combination of electrocoagulation, electro-flocculation, electro-chlorinator, and electro-dialysis operated in synchronization with ozone. The method further includes separating the sludge of contaminants from the first water product using a filtration process, and filtering the first water product to produce a second water product and a concentrated water byproduct. The filtering includes a first sub-stage to remove particles greater than 0.02 ?m to about 0.05 ?m followed by a second sub-stage that includes a reverse osmosis process or a nano-filtration process. The second water is exposed product to an ultraviolet light treatment or ozonation process to generate clean water.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a system includes a first projector configured to project a first projected pattern having one or more first projected lighting characteristics, a second projector configured to project a second projected pattern having one or more second projected lighting characteristics, a camera configured to capture an image comprising first and second detected patterns corresponding to reflections of the first and second projected patterns, respectively, and one or more processors configured to: identify a detected point in the image that corresponds to a projected point in at least one of the first and second projected patterns by comparing detected lighting characteristics of the first and second detected patterns with the first and second projected lighting characteristics, and compute a depth associated with the detected point based on the projected point, the detected point, and a relative position between the camera and at least one of the projectors.

Abstract: The disclosure generally relates to methods of treating heart failure with Compound 1, 1-((3S,4R)-4-(2,6-difluoro-4-meth oxyphenyl)-2-oxopyrrolidin-3-yl)-3-phenylurea.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a computing system may access a first image and a second image of at least a common portion of an environment while a light emission with a predetermined emission pattern is projected by a projector. The first and second images are respectively captured by a first and a second detector that are respectively separated from the projector by a first and a second distance. The system may determine that a first portion of the first image corresponds to a second portion of the second image. The system may compute, using triangulation, a first depth value associated with the first portion and a second depth value associated with the second portion. The system may determine that the first and second depth values match in accordance with one or more predetermined criteria, and generate a depth map of the environment based on at least one of the depth values.

Abstract: A vehicle having an on-board vacuum includes an interior trim quarter side panel assembly disposed adjacent a third row of seats, and an on-board central vacuum system integrated into the interior trim quarter panel assembly. The interior trim quarter side panel assembly includes an outermost surface, an armrest portion positioned between an inboard sidewall and an outboard sidewall of the interior trim quarter panel assembly, and generally sloping toward an interior floor of the vehicle, and a handle pocket defining an opening in the armrest portion and a cavity below the outermost surface. The on-board central vacuum system includes a vacuum hose coupled to a vacuum motor assembly, and a vacuum nozzle handle coupled to the vacuum hose and nestingly received within the handle pocket such that in a stowed position within the handle pocket cavity, the vacuum nozzle handle is located at or below the outermost surface.

Abstract: An on-board central vacuum system for a vehicle is provided. The on-board central vacuum system includes a vacuum motor assembly, a vacuum hose fluidly connected to a vacuum nozzle handle and interior trim. The interior trim has an armrest portion and includes a handle pocket that defines an opening. The handle pocket defines a cavity that projects below an outermost surface of the interior trim and nestingly accepts the vacuum nozzle handle in a recessed and stowed position relative to the outermost surface.

Abstract: The disclosure generally relates to a therapeutic approach based on the stimulation of resolution of inflammation by the Formyl-Peptide Receptor 2/Lipoxin A4 receptor (FPR2/ALX) for the treatment of heart disease.

Abstract: A method includes receiving a 360-degree video. The method further includes determining one or more regions of interest (ROIs) within the 360-degree video. The method further includes, for each frame in the 360-degree video, splitting the frame into a base layer that includes at least a partial view of the 360-degree video and splitting the frame into one or more enhancement layers that correspond to the one or more ROIs. The method further includes receiving the base layer and, based on a viewing direction of an end user, the one or more enhancement layers. The method further includes generating a video stream from the base layer and, based on the viewing direction of the end user, the one or more enhancement layers. The method includes providing the video stream to a decoder for decoding.

Abstract: A water treatment equipment includes a reaction chamber, a waveform generator, and a controller. The reaction chamber includes a pipe having a first electrode and a second electrode. The first and second electrodes are coupled to a waveform generator. The reaction chamber includes a water inlet, and a water outlet. The waveform generator is coupled to the first and second electrodes. The waveform generator is configured to generate an electrical current with a frequency that is substantially equal to the electrical resonance of the pipe of the reaction chamber. The controller is configured to control the waveform generator, wherein the reaction chamber is configured to enable a flow of ozone and water to be treated through the pipe.

Abstract: An embodiment method includes generating a first water product and a sludge of contaminants from water to be treated using an advanced electronic-oxidation process. The advanced electronic-oxidation process includes an electronic treatment comprising a combination of electrocoagulation, electro-flocculation, electro-chlorinator, and electro-dialysis operated in synchronization with ozone. The method further includes separating the sludge of contaminants from the first water product using a filtration process, and filtering the first water product to produce a second water product and a concentrated water byproduct. The filtering includes a first sub-stage to remove particles greater than 0.02 ?m to about 0.05 ?m followed by a second sub-stage that includes a reverse osmosis process or a nano-filtration process. The second water is exposed product to an ultraviolet light treatment or ozonation process to generate clean water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a chemical composition to modify the physical properties (viscosity and interfacial tension) of heavy and extra-heavy crude oils, to increase their mobility. The chemical composition comprises or consists of a combination of systems based on ionic and non-ionic liquids, which may be pure or modified, mixed in an aqueous or organic medium as a dispersing agent, depending on the nature of the crude to be treated, together with a surfactant. The composition is mixed with the crude oil at a temperature between 5 and 100° C., at pressures from 1 atm (14.7 psi) up to about 680.2 atm (10,000 psi). The composition can be mixed with heavy crude oils, at the point of extraction from the well in the field, during the transport of crude oil in pipelines, or in the well discharge pipelines.

Abstract: In order to enable audio applications for a mobile device that utilize more than one audio input, a peripheral audio device is provided for encoding multichannel audio signals into a reduced number of channels. The peripheral audio device receives audio signals from an audio input/output device, generates at least one output audio signal by combining the received audio signals, and transmits the at least one generated output audio signal to the mobile device. The number of received audio signals is greater than the number of generated output audio signals.

Abstract: A method of fitting an attachment, or a trim, onto a portion of a profiled strip, or onto a portion of a profiled strip fastened to a periphery of a glazing pane, a fitting operation being carried out by an intermediate fastening device. The intermediate fastening device includes at least one clip including having at least one upstream cooperating part configured to cooperate with the profiled strip and a downstream cooperating part configured to cooperate with the attachment. The method includes fastening the intermediate fastening device onto the profiled strip. The intermediate fastening device includes an upstream cooperating part having a plurality of deformable catching tabs, the tabs being deformed by applying a force to the ends of the tabs toward the material of the profiled strip in two opposed directions so as to penetrate the material of the profiled strip during the fastening.

Abstract: A system for deterring animals and humans from entering protected sprinkler zones. Motion sensors are placed in an area to be protected. Upon detection of a trespasser (e.g., animals or humans) within the protected area, the sensors produce a signal for activating sprinklers in the zone and/or other appropriate zones. The sensor output can be electrically connected to a step down transformer, which is connected to an appropriate sprinkler valve or to the sprinkler valve output at, for example, the sprinkler control box. The sprinkler valve can be activated and an appropriate sprinkler zone turned on to spray the trespasser with water. New or existing sprinkler systems can be utilized for varmint and/or intruder deterrent without utilizing complex electronics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a chemical composition to modify the physical properties (viscosity and interfacial tension) of heavy and extra-heavy crude oils, to increase their mobility. The chemical composition comprises or consists of a combination of systems based on ionic and non-ionic liquids, which may be pure or modified, mixed in an aqueous or organic medium as a dispersing agent, depending on the nature of the crude to be treated, together with a surfactant. The composition is mixed with the crude oil at a temperature between 5 and 100° C., at pressures from 1 atm (14.7 psi) up to about 680.2 atm (10,000 psi). The composition can be mixed with heavy crude oils, at the point of extraction from the well in the field, during the transport of crude oil in pipelines, or in the well discharge pipelines.

Abstract: In order to enable audio applications for a mobile device that utilize more than one audio input, a peripheral audio device is provided for encoding multichannel audio signals into a reduced number of channels. The peripheral audio device receives audio signals from an audio input/output device, generates at least one output audio signal by combining the received audio signals, and transmits the at least one generated output audio signal to the mobile device. The number of received audio signals is greater than the number of generated output audio signals.