Abstract: A method includes, as a vehicle travels at a first speed along a predefined path of travel between a first waypoint and a second waypoint, and based on determining presence of an object within a first portion of a field of sensing of a sensor disposed at the vehicle, adjusting speed of the vehicle from the first speed to a second speed that is less than the first speed. With the vehicle travelling at the first speed, the first portion of the field of sensing extends a first distance from the vehicle. With the vehicle travelling at the second speed along the predefined path of travel, the method includes adjusting the first portion of the field of sensing to extend a second distance from the vehicle that is less than the first distance.

Abstract: A virtual reality application adaptively generates a virtual reality experience intended to improve a user's mood. A plurality of digital assets is stored together with associated scores. A score for a digital asset represents a predicted amount of mood improvement occurring in a cohort of users having similar profiles to a target user in response to virtual reality experiences including the digital asset. A customized virtual reality experience is generated for the target user based at least in part of the user profile data on the scores. The user's change in mood is detected through survey and/or biometric data. Scores for the digital assets may then be updated in order to further learn their respective effects on the cohort of users.

Abstract: An apparatus for buffing rails includes a wheel frame having a front end and a back end, and a buffer frame. The buffer frame is pivotably attached to the wheel frame to modulate contact between the buffer heads and the rails. The wheel frame includes two front guide wheels, located on opposing sides of the front end of the frame, and a rear guide wheel located at the back end of the frame. The front guide wheels and the rear guide wheel are configured to engage the rails. The buffer frame includes two circular buffer heads, located at opposing sides of the buffer frame between the front and rear guide wheels. The buffer heads are configured to contact the rails. The buffer frame further includes an engine located at the buffer frame. The engine is configured to drive the rotation of the buffer heads to buffer the rails.

Abstract: A virtual reality application adaptively generates a virtual reality experience intended to improve a user's mood. A plurality of digital assets is stored together with associated scores. A score for a digital asset represents a predicted amount of mood improvement occurring in a cohort of users having similar profiles to a target user in response to virtual reality experiences including the digital asset. A customized virtual reality experience is generated for the target user based at least in part of the user profile data on the scores. The user's change in mood is detected through survey and/or biometric data. Scores for the digital assets may then be updated in order to further learn their respective effects on the cohort of users.

Abstract: A dose reminder device having a main body with electrical components held therein and a bottle-agnostic strap or detachable adapter for attaching the dose reminder device to bottles of varying shapes and sizes. The dose reminder device is registered and connected to a host server over a network via a programming application interface operating on a mobile device or a computer-based device.

Abstract: A virtual reality application adaptively generates a virtual reality experience intended to improve a user's mood. A plurality of digital assets is stored together with associated scores. A score for a digital asset represents a predicted amount of mood improvement occurring in a cohort of users having similar profiles to a target user in response to virtual reality experiences including the digital asset. A customized virtual reality experience is generated for the target user based at least in part of the user profile data on the scores. The user's change in mood is detected through survey and/or biometric data. Scores for the digital assets may then be updated in order to further learn their respective effects on the cohort of users.

Abstract: A virtual reality application adaptively generates a virtual reality experience intended to improve a user's mood. A plurality of digital assets is stored together with associated scores. A score for a digital asset represents a predicted amount of mood improvement occurring in a cohort of users having similar profiles to a target user in response to virtual reality experiences including the digital asset. A customized virtual reality experience is generated for the target user based at least in part of the user profile data on the scores. The user's change in mood is detected through survey and/or biometric data. Scores for the digital assets may then be updated in order to further learn their respective effects on the cohort of users.

Abstract: A media system controls presentation of media content based on a detected state of a user. The user state may be detected based on biometric inputs that may be derived from IMU and/or microphone data. The biometric inputs may include a heart rate detected from IMU data representing motion of a head-mounted media processing device, a breathing rate detected from IMU data representing motion of a head-mounted media processing device, a breathing rate detected based on microphone data, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A media system controls presentation of media content based on a detected state of a user. The user state may be detected based on biometric inputs that may be derived from IMU and/or microphone data. The biometric inputs may include a heart rate detected from IMU data representing motion of a head-mounted media processing device, a breathing rate detected from IMU data representing motion of a head-mounted media processing device, a breathing rate detected based on microphone data, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A virtual reality application adaptively generates a virtual reality experience intended to improve a user's mood. A plurality of digital assets is stored together with associated scores. A score for a digital asset represents a predicted amount of mood improvement occurring in a cohort of users having similar profiles to a target user in response to virtual reality experiences including the digital asset. A customized virtual reality experience is generated for the target user based at least in part of the user profile data on the scores. The user's change in mood is detected through survey and/or biometric data. Scores for the digital assets may then be updated in order to further learn their respective effects on the cohort of users.

Abstract: A media system controls presentation of media content based on a detected state of a user. The user state may be detected based on biometric inputs that may be derived from IMU and/or microphone data. The biometric inputs may include a heart rate detected from IMU data representing motion of a head-mounted media processing device, a breathing rate detected from IMU data representing motion of a head-mounted media processing device, a breathing rate detected based on microphone data, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A modular pet waste system having a base filled with litter and a net placed over the litter to keep the litter from being kicked out by a pet. The net is held in the base by being sandwiched between two rims of the pet waste system. Various protrusions and recesses formed on sides of each base allow multiple bases to be connected to create larger surface areas for larger and/or multiple pets.

Abstract: A pet waste system having an integrated pet waste bag dispenser. A base of the pet waste system is provided with an opening to accommodate a roll of pet waste bags. The base and/or cover are also provided with another opening to allow a pet waste bag to be dispensed.

Abstract: A sun shield garment having a shoulder cover portion and two sleeve portions, leaving certain areas such as the underarms and torso uncovered to maximize breathability and comfort while maximizing sun protection of key areas. A hood, thumbholes and a zippered stuff sack or pocket can also be provided in the garment for additional sun protection and utility.