Abstract: Embodiments of the technology described herein describe a machine classifier capable of continually learning new classes through a continual few-shot learning approach. A natural language processing (NLP) machine classifier may initially be trained to identify a plurality of other classes through a conventional training process. In order to learn a new class, natural-language training data for a new class is generated. The training data for the new class may be few-shot training data. The training also uses synthetic training data that represents each of the plurality of other classes. The synthetic training data may be generated through a model inversion of the original classifier. The synthetic training data and the natural-language training data are used to retrain the NLP classifier to identify text in the plurality of other classes and the new class using.

Abstract: Techniques for self-checkout alert reduction based on packaging detection. A deflection in a first bag reservoir associated with a self-checkout kiosk is determined. The first bag reservoir is positioned adjacent to a packing area and includes a first type of bags. The self-checkout kiosk includes a terminal scale and further includes a platform scale in the packing area. That an empty bag is retrieved from the first bag reservoir is determined based on the deflection in the first bag reservoir. A bag type and a weight range are identified for the empty bag. An allowed weight range of a combination of the empty bag and a desired item is then determined. Presence of the empty bag on the platform scale is prevented from causing a loss prevention alert to be generated when the desired item has been placed in the empty bag on the platform scale.

Abstract: Techniques of self-checkout alerts based on packaging detection. A given bag type of a bag selected at a self-checkout kiosk is identified out of a bag types available from a bag dispenser associated with the self-checkout kiosk, the bag being an empty bag. A weight range of the empty bag is identified based on the given bag type. An allowed weight range of a combination of the empty bag and a desired item is determined based on the weight range of the empty bag, a weight of the desired item as measured by a terminal scale, and at least one of a measurement tolerance of the terminal scale and a measurement tolerance of a platform scale. A loss prevention alert is generated, and a transaction at the self-checkout kiosk is paused, upon determining that the allowed weight range is exceeded.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems, non-transitory computer-readable media, and methods that utilize a dynamic user interface and machine learning tools to generate data-driven digital content and multivariate testing recommendations for distributing digital content across computer networks. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the disclosed systems utilize machine learning models to generate digital recommendations at multiple development stages of digital communications that are targeted on particular performance metrics. For example, the disclosed systems utilize historical information and recipient profile data to generate recommendations for digital communication templates, fragment variants of content fragments, and content variants of digital content items.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides improved packaging detection at self-checkout kiosks by identifying a given bag type for a bag selected at a self-checkout kiosk out of a plurality of bag types available from a bag dispenser associated with the self-checkout kiosk; identifying a weight range for the given bag type; in response to determining that the bag has been moved to a packing area of the self-checkout kiosk, comparing a first weight in the packing area from before the bag was moved to the packing area with a second weight in the packing area that includes the bag; and in response to a difference between the first weight and the second weight falling outside of the weight range, generating a loss prevention alert and pausing a transaction at the self-checkout kiosk.

Abstract: A method for dynamic intelligent testing of a target, to be tested according to projects, includes calling up a data distribution model of a project in response to a target being tested by the project, and obtaining a test range corresponding to the project based on the data distribution model. The method further includes obtaining a test value when the target is at a minimum power consumption value by testing the target based on the test range, and updating the data distribution model and the test range of the project based on the test value.

Abstract: A method for testing terminals includes determining a quantity of terminals to be tested; testing each terminal to be tested in a testing environment and obtaining a quantity of testing results; each testing result includes an actual transmitting power and/or a receiving signal strength; obtaining a first fitting function based on the actual transmitting power, and/or obtaining a second fitting function based on the receiving signal strength; and controlling a target terminal to transmit signals, calculating an actual transmitting power of the target terminal by the first fitting function, and/or controlling the target terminal to receive signals, calculating a receiving signal strength of the target terminal by the second fitting function. A computer apparatus and a non-transitory computer readable medium for testing terminals are also disclosed.

Abstract: A coupled steering tilting and embedded independent shock absorption swing arm system (STS) system of a personal mobility vehicle, for example, but not limited to, a three-wheeled trike configuration, is disclosed.

Abstract: Described is a system for providing improved exploration for an interactive recommendation system by leveraging intuitive user feedback. The recommendation system may provide images of recommend items and receive user feedback preferences in the form of a natural language expression. Traditional techniques for interactive recommendation systems typically rely on restricted forms of user feedback such as binary relevance responses, or feedback based on a fixed set of relative attributes. In contrast, the recommendation system described herein introduces a new approach to interactive image recommendation (or image search) that enables users to provide feedback via natural language, allowing for a more natural and effective interaction. The recommendation system may be based on formulating the task of natural-language-based interactive image recommendation as a reinforcement learning problem, and reward the recommendation system for improving the rank of the target image during each iterative interaction.

Abstract: A connection structure and a wearing device are provided. The connecting structure includes a connecting member, a latching member, an engaging member, and an elastic member; one of two ends of the latching member is rotatably connected with the connecting member, and the other end of the latching member is provided with a latching portion; the engaging member is provided with an engaging portion corresponding to the latching portion, and the elastic member can engage the latching portion with the engaging portion. The wearing device includes the connection structure. The latching member is rotatably connected with the connecting member so as to enable the latching member to be quickly separated from the engaging member, and two mechanisms could be connected and separated from each other quickly with the connection structure.

Abstract: A method for dynamic intelligent testing of a target, to be tested according to projects, includes calling up a data distribution model of a project in response to a target being tested by the project, and obtaining a test range corresponding to the project based on the data distribution model. The method further includes obtaining a test value when the target is at a minimum power consumption value by testing the target based on the test range, and updating the data distribution model and the test range of the project based on the test value.

Abstract: Disclosed is a connector, comprising a base including one or more supports extending from the base, a diverter that is offset from the base via the one or more supports, and a passage defined in the base having a size that is substantially the same as a size of the diverter. The diverter is configured to extend through a layer in a climate control device. The diverter restricts the layer from obstructing the passage.

Abstract: A shell structure of a clothing treating device comprises a rear U-shaped plate, the rear U-shaped plate being bent at two vertical lines to form a left side wall, a right side wall and a rear side wall of a shell, with a cross section being U-shaped. The left side wall and the right side wall are respectively provided with at least one handle part, and the rear U-shaped plate is provided with an air vent communicating with an inside of the shell. As a result, the shell structure of a machine body of the clothing treating device is simplified, the strength is improved, and the assembly efficiency is improved. Also, an air duct arranged in the clothing treating device communicates with the air vent, so that the purpose of exchanging air with the outside through the air vent is realized.

Abstract: A laundry treatment equipment includes a cleaning device for cleaning a lint filtration device, and a control system adjusts a connection relation between the lint filtration device and the laundry treatment equipment according to the operating state of the laundry treatment equipment and/or the operating state of the cleaning devices. A vibration detection device or a position detection device are provided to detect a vibration state or a position state of the lint filtration device during the operation of the equipment, so that the control system can obtain vibration information or position information of the lint filtration device at every moment, and data support is provided for other applications. Through the laundry treatment equipment, a user can install and remove the lint filtration device and know the lint clearing condition more flexibly and conveniently with the cooperation of the control system.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an interconnect structure with air gaps includes the following steps. A substrate including a first insulating layer formed thereon is provided. Plural conductive lines are formed in the first insulating layer. A patterned hard mask is formed on the first insulating layer and the conductive lines and exposes portions of the first insulating layer and portions of the conductive lines. The exposed portions of the first insulating layer are then removed to form a plurality of recesses in the first insulating layer. After that, a second insulating layer and a third insulating layer are formed in the recesses to seal the recesses and to form a plurality of air gaps in the recesses. At least two air gaps are respectively formed at two sides of one conductive line of the plurality of conductive lines. A via structure is then formed on the one conductive line.

Abstract: Described is a system for providing improved exploration for an interactive recommendation system by leveraging intuitive user feedback. The recommendation system may provide images of recommend items and receive user feedback preferences in the form of a natural language expression. Traditional techniques for interactive recommendation systems typically rely on restricted forms of user feedback such as binary relevance responses, or feedback based on a fixed set of relative attributes. In contrast, the recommendation system described herein introduces a new approach to interactive image recommendation (or image search) that enables users to provide feedback via natural language, allowing for a more natural and effective interaction. The recommendation system may be based on formulating the task of natural-language-based interactive image recommendation as a reinforcement learning problem, and reward the recommendation system for improving the rank of the target image during each iterative interaction.

Abstract: A system and method are described herein for improving content-based (CB) filtering to find other items similar to a particular item. For example, the system and method can operate to (1) collect ground truth from users, experts or non-experts for a subset of items in a library; (2) build similarity model(s) against the collected ground truth and evaluate this/these similarity model(s) for generalizability to all items in the library, and (3) build recommendations for users based on knowledge elicited from the users themselves, combined with the similarity scores in the built similarity model(s).

Abstract: The present disclosure provides improved packaging detection at self-checkout kiosks by identifying a given bag type for a bag selected at a self-checkout kiosk out of a plurality of bag types available from a bag dispenser associated with the self-checkout kiosk; identifying a weight range for the given bag type; in response to determining that the bag has been moved to a packing area of the self-checkout kiosk, comparing a first weight in the packing area from before the bag was moved to the packing area with a second weight in the packing area that includes the bag; and in response to a difference between the first weight and the second weight falling outside of the weight range, generating a loss prevention alert and pausing a transaction at the self-checkout kiosk.

Abstract: An interconnect layout structure, having a plurality of air gaps, includes a substrate having an insulating material disposed thereon and a conductive line disposed in the insulating material and extending along a first direction. The air gaps are formed in the insulating material and are arranged end-to-end along the first direction and immediately adjacent to a same side of the conductive line. A patterned hard mask is disposed on the conductive line and has a sidewall extending along a second direction that is perpendicular to the first direction and passing between the adjacent air gaps from the top view. A via structure is formed on the conductive line and is electrically connected to the conductive line.

Abstract: A connection structure and a wearing device are provided. The connecting structure includes a connecting member, a latching member, an engaging member, and an elastic member; one of two ends of the latching member is rotatably connected with the connecting member, and the other end of the latching member is provided with a latching portion; the engaging member is provided with an engaging portion corresponding to the latching portion, and the elastic member can engage the latching portion with the engaging portion. The wearing device includes the connection structure. The latching member is rotatably connected with the connecting member so as to enable the latching member to be quickly separated from the engaging member, and two mechanisms could be connected and separated from each other quickly with the connection structure.