Abstract: A method is provided to detect a lost packet in an event-based communication system which uses a communication protocol without error correction or recovery. The method includes maintaining a plurality of counters for tracking an overall count of data packets transmitted, and a count of data packets transmitted for each event-type; and transmitting a sequence of data packets to at least one remote device. Each data packet includes information of an event-type from the plurality of different event-types and count information associated with the counters. The method further involves receiving a message from the at least one remote device that at least one data packet from the sequence of transmitted data packets is lost based on the count information from at least one transmitted data packet; and taking at least one action in response to the message.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes determining a viewing direction of a scene and rendering an image of the scene for the viewing direction, wherein the rendering comprises: for each pixel of the image, casting a view ray into the scene, and for a particular sampling point along the view ray, determining a pixel radiance associated with surface light field (SLF) and opacity, which comprises identifying multiple voxels within a threshold distance to the particular sampling point, wherein each of the voxels is associated with a respective local plane, for each the voxels computing a pixel radiance associated with SLF and opacity based on locations of the particular sampling point and the local plane associated with that voxel, and determining the pixel radiance associated with SLF and opacity for the particular sampling point based on interpolating the pixel radiances associated with SLF and opacity associated with the multiple voxels.

Abstract: A method for artificial intelligence (AI) event response includes receiving an event alert or a communication associated with an event alert from a communication device. The method includes an AI system collecting additional information about at least one of the event alert, the communication device, or a user of the communication device. The method includes the AI system categorizing the event alert into one category of multiple categories based on the collected additional information. The method includes prioritizing subsequent handling of the event alert among other event alerts based on the category.

Abstract: A method includes accessing map data of an area of a real environment, the map data comprising three-dimensional feature descriptors describing features visible in the real environment. A plurality of map packages are generated based on the map data, wherein each of the map packages (1) corresponds to a two-dimensional sub-area within the area of the real environment, and (2) comprises a subset of the three-dimensional feature descriptors describing features visible in the sub-area. A first sequence of the plurality of map packages are broadcast through one or more base stations, wherein the first sequence is based on the two-dimensional sub-area of each of the map packages, wherein each of the map packages is configured to be received and used by an artificial-reality device to determine a pose of the artificial-reality device in the associated sub-area based on the associated subset of the three-dimensional feature descriptors.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to measuring position and displacement of a 2D surface magnet array of at least three adjacent magnetic north and south tracks with an acute angle versus its motion displacement relative to a magnetic field sensor (e.g., magnetic sensing probe). In an illustrative example, the geometry of the 2D surface magnet array may be planar with adjacent and alternating north and south pole regions. In some embodiments, the 2D surface magnet array geometry may take the form of (1) an axial cylindrical helical multipole magnet array having individually magnetized layers that are oriented in helical shape, or (2) a radial disk spiral multipole magnet array with at least three adjacent north and south tracks oriented as a spiral shape.

Abstract: A system and apparatus for assisting in determining the best course of action at any point inflight for an emergency. The system may monitor a plurality of parameters including atmospheric conditions along the flight path, ground conditions and terrain, conditions aboard the aircraft, and pilot/crew data. Based on these parameters, the system may provide continually updated information about the best available landing sites or recommend solutions to aircraft configuration errors. In case of emergency, the system may provide a pilot with a procedure for execution for landing the aircraft.

Abstract: The invention features methods for treating or preventing pulmonary diseases, including acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and pneumonia, in a subject in need thereof that involve administering to the subject inter-alpha inhibitor proteins (I?Ips), including, e.g., inter-alpha inhibitor (I?I) and/or pre-alpha inhibitor (P?I).

Abstract: A method and apparatus for positioning a camera to capture images inside a body cavity of a patient during a medical procedure is disclosed. The apparatus includes an insertion tube, a plurality of connected linkages extending from a distal end of the insertion tube, each linkage having a threaded actuator received on a threaded end of a drive shaft extending between the threaded actuator and a proximal end of the insertion tube. The apparatus also includes a camera disposed at a distal end of the plurality of connected linkages. Each connected linkage has at least one associated movement actuated by movement of the threaded actuator in response to rotation of the drive shaft, the associated movements of the connected linkages together operable to facilitate positioning of the camera within the body cavity of the patient.

Abstract: A system and apparatus for assisting in determining the best course of action at any particular point inflight for any category of emergency. The system monitors a plurality of static and dynamic flight parameters including atmospheric conditions along the flight path, ground conditions and terrain, and conditions aboard the aircraft. Based on these parameters, the system may provide continually updated information about the best available landing sites or recommend solutions to aircraft configuration errors. In case of emergency, the system may provide procedure sets associated with a hierarchy of available emergency landing sites (or execute these procedure sets via the autopilot system) depending on the specific nature of the emergency.

Abstract: Defined herein are immunomodulating Formula (1) compounds stereoisomers thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; wherein R0, R1, R2, R10, W, Ring C and n are as defined herein, stereoisomers thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; and compositions comprising said compounds. The invention also includes methods for treating an inflammatory and/or immunological disease or disorder in an animal by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a Formula (1) compound, stereoisomer thereof, and a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; or use of said compound of Formula (1) to prepare a medicament for treating an inflammatory and/or immunological disease or disorder in an animal.

Abstract: Defined herein are immunomodulating Formula (1) compounds, wherein R, R0, R1, R2 and W are as defined herein, stereoisomers thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; and compositions comprising said compounds. The invention also includes methods for treating or preventing an inflammatory and/or immunological disease or disorder in an animal by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a Formula (1) compound, stereoisomer thereof, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; or use of said Formula (1) compound to prepare a medicament for treating or preventing an inflammatory and/or immunological disease or disorder in an animal.

Abstract: An Artificial Reality (AR) device captures an image of a physical environment surrounding a user wearing the AR device. A three-dimensional map corresponding to the physical environment is accessed. Then, a pose of the AR device relative to the three-dimensional map is determined based on first features of physical objects captured in the image and second features of object representations in the three-dimensional map. The device determines, using an eye tracker, a gaze of an eye of the user. Based on the gaze and the pose, a region of interest is computed in the three-dimensional map. Representations of physical devices in the region of interest of the three-dimensional map are identified. The device determines an intent of the user to interact with a physical device. A command is issued to the physical device based on the determined intent.

Abstract: A method for artificial intelligence (AI) event response includes receiving an event alert or a communication associated with an event alert from a communication device. The method includes an AI system collecting additional information about at least one of the event alert, the communication device, or a user of the communication device. The method includes the AI system categorizing the event alert into one category of multiple categories based on the collected additional information. The method includes prioritizing subsequent handling of the event alert among other event alerts based on the category.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a computing system instructs, at a first time, a camera having a plurality of pixel sensors to use the plurality of pixel sensors to capture a first image of an environment comprising an object. The computing system predicts, using at least the first image, a projection of the object appearing in a virtual image plane associated with a predicted camera pose at a second time. The computing system determines, based on the predicted projection of the object, a first region of pixels and a second region of pixels. The computing system generates pixel-activation instructions for the first region of pixels and the second region of pixels. The computing system instructs the camera to capture a second image of the environment at the second time according to the pixel-activation instructions.

Abstract: A retention mechanism for retaining an agricultural machine in engagement with a fork assembly. The mechanism may be provided on the fork assembly, agricultural machine or split between them. The retention mechanism may be actuated by a foot associated with either the fork assembly or the agricultural machine. The retention mechanism may employ pivoting latches or a clamping mechanism that clamps upon the forks or tines.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes accessing a digital image captured by a camera that is connected to a machine-detectable object, detecting a reflection of the machine-detectable object in the digital image, computing, in response to the detection, a plane that is coincident with a reflective surface associated with the reflection, determining a boundary of the reflective surface in the plane based on at least one of a plurality of cues, and storing information associated with the reflective surface, where the information includes a pose of the reflective surface and the boundary of the reflective surface in a 3D model of a physical environment, and where the information associated with the reflective surface and the 3D model are configured to be used to render a reconstruction of the physical environment.

Abstract: A head-mounted display system may include a wearable frame securable to a user's head. The head-mounted display system may also include a mapping subsystem that maps a local environment of the user when the wearable frame is secured to the user's head. Additionally, the head-mounted display system may include a varifocal display apparatus mounted to the wearable frame and configured to direct computer-generated images toward the user's eyes at a variable focal length. Various other apparatuses, systems, and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A system for allowing product managers and software engineers to search for existing software modules that meet desired parameters and to identify opportunities to develop new software modules is provided. When product developer creates a software component they assign combinations of tags to the software component in a predetermined format and structure that describes features of the component such as the entity that would use the component, actions that are performed by the component, objects used by the component, and desired outcomes of the component. These tags are associated with the software component in the system. Later, when a developer has a need or idea for a particular component, the developer uses the system to construct a sentence that describes the features of the component as described above. The system then identifies any existing components that match or are close matches to the described component.

Abstract: Antimicrobial peptides of general formula X0X1X2CX3X4X5CX6X7X8X9CYX10X11CX12X13 are provided. Also provided are certain formulations containing these peptides and methods of using these peptides for treating skin infections in an animal in need thereof.

Abstract: A cured-in-place pipe rehabilitation device launcher having a launcher assembly and a liner assist chamber, the launcher assembly includes a nozzle, an air feed chamber above the nozzle to pressurize a cured-in-place liner to aid in urging it into a pipe to be rehabilitated, and an attachment plate is disposed above the adapter. The liner assist chamber includes a base plate to attach to the attachment plate, a liner assist frame coupled to the base plate, a plurality of rollers rotationally attached to the liner assist frame, and a motor operably attached to at least one of the plurality of rollers and configured to aid in urging the cured-in-place liner into the pipe.