Abstract: According to one or more aspects, systems and methods for providing different virtual environment perspectives based on a common virtual environment are described herein. A virtual environment model associated with a virtual environment, including a first virtual object associated with virtual environment coordinates, a first set of functions corresponding to a first virtual environment mode, and a second set of functions corresponding to a second virtual environment mode may be stored on a database. A virtual environment engine may generate a first virtual environment view of the first virtual object based on the first virtual environment mode and generate a second virtual environment view of the first virtual object based on the second virtual environment mode. The first virtual environment view and the second virtual environment view are respectively rendered on different devices in a concurrent fashion.

Abstract: According to one aspect, driver management is provided. One or more speech segments of a driver of an autonomous vehicle may be recorded. A position, a destination, or a previous destination of a driver or an autonomous vehicle may be tracked. An estimated state of the driver may be determined based on one or more of the speech segments, the position, the destination, or the previous destination, and a calendar event associated with the driver or a passenger of the autonomous vehicle. Autonomous driving features may be automatically enabled, disabled, or operation of the autonomous vehicle may be enabled or disabled in different modes based on the estimated state of the driver. Additionally, notifications may be displayed, rideshare applications may be launched, or warnings may be sent based on the estimated state of the driver.

Abstract: The system includes a memory that stores instructions for executing processes converting line drawings to rendered images. The system also includes a processor configured to execute the instructions. The instructions cause the processor to: train a neural network to account for irregularities in the line drawings by introducing noise data into training data of the neural network; receive a first line drawing from an input device; generate a first rendered image based on features identified in the first line drawing; and display the first rendered image on an output device.

Abstract: The disclosure describes techniques for forming a surface layer of an article including a CMC using a cast. In some examples, the surface layer includes three-dimensional surface features, which may increase adhesion between the CMC and a coating on the CMC. In some examples, the surface layer may include excess material, with or without three-dimensional surface features, which is on the CMC. The excess material may be machined to remove some of the excess material and facilitate conforming the article to dimensional tolerances, e.g., for fitting the article to another component. The excess material may reduce a likelihood that the CMC (e.g., reinforcement material in the CMC) is damaged by the machining.

Abstract: A conversation recognition system on board a vehicle includes an acoustic sensor component that detects sound in a cabin of the vehicle, a voice recognition component coupled to the acoustic sensor component that analyzes the sound detected by the acoustic sensor component and identifies a plurality of utterances, and a conversation threading unit coupled to the voice recognition component that analyzes the utterances identified by the voice recognition component and identifies a plurality of conversations between a plurality of occupants of the vehicle. The conversation recognition system enables multiple conversations in an environment to be recognized and distinguished from each other.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for rendering views to an output device in a vehicle that is restricted to a fixed track that has a predetermined fixed path. Vehicle data about the vehicle is received from an off-vehicle device that is located remotely from the vehicle and along the predetermined fixed path. The vehicle data includes a velocity, an orientation, and a location of the vehicle. User data about a user in a vehicle is received that includes a velocity, an orientation, and a location. The method includes generating a view based on the vehicle data, the user data, and a model. The model includes one or more components that define the view. The method includes determining a difference between the vehicle data and the user data, and rendering the view to the output device by controlling the output device to display the view according to the determined difference.

Abstract: Systems and methods for designing a virtual platform based on user inputs. The system includes a memory that stores instructions for executing processes for designing a virtual platform based on user inputs. The system also includes a processor configured to execute the instructions. The instructions cause the processor to: receive, via an input device, a plurality of user inputs; generate the virtual platform, wherein successful inputs of the virtual platform are based on the plurality of user inputs; and store the virtual platform on a storage device such that a user may utilize the virtual platform on a computing device.

Abstract: A method for dynamic virtual reality includes receiving vehicle data. The vehicle data includes a velocity, an orientation, and a location of a vehicle within a first frame of reference. The method also includes receiving user data. The user data includes a velocity, an orientation and a location of a user within a second frame of reference different than the first frame of reference. The method includes generating a view based on the vehicle data, the user data, and a model, the model including one or more components that define the view. The method includes determining a difference between the user data and the vehicle data. The method includes rendering the view to the output device by controlling the output device to update display of the view according to the determined difference relative to the second frame of reference.

Abstract: A system and method for remapping surface areas of vehicle environment that include receiving a plurality of images of the surface areas of the vehicle environment from a computing device. The system and method also include evaluating the plurality of images to determine an optical flow value associated with at least one pixel of at least two images of the plurality of images. The system and method additionally include determining at least one surface area that includes an external environment of the vehicle. The system and method further include remapping the surface areas by filtering the at least one surface area from which the external environment is captured.

Abstract: A system and method for remapping surface areas of vehicle environment that include receiving a plurality of images of the surface areas of the vehicle environment from a computing device. The system and method also include evaluating the plurality of images to determine an optical flow value associated with at least one pixel of at least two images of the plurality of images. The system and method additionally include determining at least one surface area that includes an external environment of the vehicle. The system and method further include remapping the surface areas by filtering the at least one surface area from which the external environment is captured and rendering at least one surface area graphical augmentation on at least one remapped surface area of the vehicle environment.

Abstract: A fastener assembly for mounting a panel to a framework includes an elongate flexible tie having a proximal end and an opposing distal end and a clamping block. The clamping block has a tie-receiving channel extending between an inner and an opposing outer side, and a gripper in or adjacent the tie-receiving channel for gripping the tie. The proximal end is fixable to the clamping block and, in use, the inner side of the clamping block abuts the panel and the gripper grips the tie such that tension in the tie presses the inner side of the clamping block against the panel. A mesh panel made of polymeric material and having a honeycomb shaped mesh, together with the fastener assembly, forms a barrier system for erecting a drop-protection barrier on a safety railing, scaffolding, or like framework.

Abstract: A cold plate for a battery may comprise channels that extend from a first end of the plate to a second end of the plate or from a first side of the plate to a second side of the plate, the channels are located in parallel with each other and between the top surface and the bottom surface. The channels may be separated from each other by walls. The plate may be milled to form a first manifold on each end. The plate may also be milled to form notches in the surface(s) over the manifold. A port for the inlet and a port for the outlet of a working fluid may be inserted into the notches. The plate may have end caps, and the end caps and the ports may be welded or brazed to form a sealed enclosure. In various embodiment, the plate is an extruded plate, a cast plate, or a stamped/formed plate.

Abstract: The disclosure describes techniques for forming a surface layer of an article including a CMC using a cast. In some examples, the surface layer includes three-dimensional surface features, which may increase adhesion between the CMC and a coating on the CMC. In some examples, the surface layer may include excess material, with or without three-dimensional surface features, which is on the CMC. The excess material may be machined to remove some of the excess material and facilitate conforming the article to dimensional tolerances, e.g., for fitting the article to another component. The excess material may reduce a likelihood that the CMC (e.g., reinforcement material in the CMC) is damaged by the machining.

Abstract: Systems and techniques for enabling interaction with physical objects as proxy objects representing virtual objects are provided herein. Virtual reality application data associated with a virtual reality application executed on a virtual reality device, a first virtual reality object data associated with a first virtual reality object from the virtual reality application, and virtual reality event data associated with one or more events from the virtual reality application may be received. Robotic arms including a robotic hand may grasp a first physical object which corresponds to the first virtual reality object of the virtual reality application. Sensors may detect a user interaction with the first physical object. Force feedback instructions commanding the robotic arms to move while maintaining grasp of the first physical object may be generated and executed based on detecting the user interaction with the first physical object and based on the virtual reality event data.

Abstract: A system and method providing a shared audio experience that include receiving data associated with at least one audio stream and analyzing a sound wave associated with the at least one audio stream. The system and method also include determining a plurality of audio frequencies associated with the at least one audio stream based on the analysis of the sound wave. The system and method additionally include determining a plurality of audio elements associated with each of the plurality of audio frequencies associated with the at least one audio stream and determining at least one audio source to provide audio associated with each of the plurality of audio elements. The system and method further include controlling the at least one audio source to provide the audio associated with each of the plurality of audio elements.

Abstract: A multiple toilet paper roll holder and dispenser holding a plurality of toilet paper rolls. The invention may be inserted into and secured within a hole cut into a wall. A sliding front window may provide access to restock the device. To restock the device a user may slide a front sliding window to access the interior, and then use two roll holder guides and a toilet roll bump to stock more toilet paper rolls into the interior of the device.

Abstract: The system includes a memory that stores instructions for executing processes converting line drawings to rendered images. The system also includes a processor configured to execute the instructions. The instructions cause the processor to: train a neural network to account for irregularities in the line drawings by introducing noise data into training data of the neural network; receive a first line drawing from an input device; generate a first rendered image based on features identified in the first line drawing; and display the first rendered image on an output device.

Abstract: Systems and techniques for enabling interaction with physical objects as proxy objects representing virtual objects are provided herein. Virtual reality application data associated with a virtual reality application executed on a virtual reality device, a first virtual reality object data associated with a first virtual reality object from the virtual reality application, and virtual reality event data associated with one or more events from the virtual reality application may be received. Robotic arms including a robotic hand may grasp a first physical object which corresponds to the first virtual reality object of the virtual reality application. Sensors may detect a user interaction with the first physical object. Force feedback instructions commanding the robotic arms to move while maintaining grasp of the first physical object may be generated and executed based on detecting the user interaction with the first physical object and based on the virtual reality event data.

Abstract: A method for virtual reality rendering views to an output device is described. In one embodiment, the method includes receiving vehicle data from a portable device. The vehicle data including a velocity, an orientation, and a location of a vehicle. The method including receiving user data from the portable device. The user data including a velocity, an orientation and a location of a user. The method including generating a view based on the vehicle data, the user data, and the model including one or more components that define the view. The method including determining a difference between the user data and the vehicle data. The method including rendering the view to the output device by controlling the output device to update display of the view according to the determined difference.

Abstract: A method for rendering views to an output device, including receiving vehicle data, the vehicle data associated with a vehicle, and receiving user data including a health data about a user. The method including generating a view based on the vehicle data and the user data. The method including determining a difference between the user data and the vehicle data indicative of a perspective based on motion of the vehicle. The method including rendering the view at a rendering speed to the output device by controlling the output device to update display of the view according to the determined difference, wherein the rendering speed is based on the health data.