Abstract: In general, embodiments of the invention relate to a monitoring system used for securing an environment being monitored by the monitoring system. More specifically, one or more embodiments of the invention include a monitoring system that performs methods for detecting an incident occurring in the monitored environment.

Abstract: A surveillance position determining apparatus includes a memory, a cell divider, a score determiner, and a surveillance position setter. The memory stores map information including at least a predetermined surveillance target region. The cell divider divides the map information stored in the memory into multiple cells in a grid on a horizontal plane. The score determiner determines scores for respective candidate cells among the multiple cells. The scores are each based on easiness of viewing from an own aircraft and difficulty of being viewed from a surveillance target that are quantified. The candidate cells exclude multiple surveillance target cells included at least in the surveillance target region. The surveillance position setter sets surveillance positions on a basis of the respective scores of the candidate cells determined by the score determiner.

Abstract: A camera device includes a camera module that captures a scene corresponding to a field of view of the camera module. A wireless power transmitter of the camera devices transmits wireless power to a battery-powered external sensing device. A transceiver is further operable for receiving from the external sensing device sensed data. A network module transmits the image and sensed data to an external networked device. A power supply receives power over a wired connection and supplies power to the camera module, transceiver, networking module and wireless transmitter. The external sensing device may be an access control device that includes a sensor for sensing the presence of a machine readable toke and reading an identifier of the physical token. The access control device further includes a lock controller for selectively locking and unlocking a physical lock.

Abstract: Adjusting backhaul and fronthaul communication links of wireless mesh networks are described. In one aspect, characteristics of network data packets transmitted within a wireless mesh network can be identified. Based on those characteristics, fronthaul communication links and/or backhaul communication links can be adjusted.

Abstract: The disclosed teachings relate to intruder detection. Some of the subject matter described herein includes a computer-implemented method for detecting physical movement using a wireless mesh network that provides wireless data communication, the wireless mesh network having a plurality of mesh points, each mesh point having a wireless coverage, the method including compiling a database of known devices based on monitoring unique identifiers of known devices that have previously conducted communication with the wireless mesh network through the plurality of mesh points; upon detecting a physical presence of a subject device within a physical space of the wireless mesh network, determining, based on the database of known devices, whether the physical presence of the subject device belongs to an anomaly; and when the physical presence of the subject device is determined to be an anomaly, causing a security action to be performed.

Abstract: Systems and methods for harvesting mechanical energy in a security tag. The methods involve: applying by a tool a pushing force so as to cause a securement mechanism disposed within the security tag to deform; transferring mechanical energy to a spring sleeve when the securement mechanism deforms due to loading applied by the tool; using an energy harvester (e.g., a piezo element or a magnet/solenoid element) to harness the mechanical energy applied by the tool, where the energy harvester is at least partially coupled to the securement mechanism; and converting the mechanical energy to electrical energy. The energy harvester is disposed between the securement mechanism and an Electronic Article Surveillance (“EAS”) or Radio Frequency IDentification (“RFID”) component of the security tag.

Abstract: According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, an electronic tamper detection device is provided, comprising a tamper loop and a deformable component, wherein a deformation of said component indicates that the tamper loop has been broken. According to a second aspect of the present disclosure, a corresponding method of producing a tamper detection device is conceived.

Abstract: An asset protection system and method may include detecting that a first item includes a first security device coupled to the first item, in response to the first item being scanned by the user, instructing the user to deactivate the first security device and then place the first item into a bagging area, wherein a deactivator is located at the point of sale computer terminal to deactivate the first security device, directing a detection source to scan the bagging area after the first item and other items have been placed into the bagging area, and determining based on the scanning by the detection source, that a second security device coupled to the at least one item other than the first item in the bagging area has been deactivated, but the at least one item has not been scanned by the user at the point of sale computer terminal.

Abstract: A method and system for automatically generating dynamic virtual fences in a hazardous environment are provided. The method includes detecting a potential hazard associated with a field object in the hazardous environment. The method further includes determining a value of a risk factor of the potential hazard and area and shape of a dynamic virtual fence based on values of real-time operational parameters associated with the field object. The method includes automatically representing the dynamic virtual fence around a location of the field object on a map of the hazardous environment based on the determined area and shape and the value of the risk factor such that the dynamic virtual fence represents a hazardous zone in the hazardous environment.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a system that stores information indicative of real-time locations of a wearable alert devices, receives information indicative of a potentially dangerous condition in a geographic area, determines which of the wearable alert devices are in the geographic area, and outputs alerts for transmittal to the wearable alert devices in the geographic area. In another embodiment, the system stores a user profile that associates a wearable alert device with a user and includes contact information for an emergency contact, receives information indicative of a real-time location of the wearable alert device and information indicating that the user of the wearable alert device is potentially experiencing an abnormal physiological condition, and outputs an alert for transmittal to the emergency contact that includes an indication that the user is potentially experiencing the abnormal physiological condition and the real-time location of the wearable alert device.

Abstract: The present invention provides an anti-slip cushioning sensor mat. The mat comprises a PVC leather layer, a polyurethane foaming layer disposed below the PVC leather layer, a sensitive layer disposed below the polyurethane foaming layer; and a rubber layer disposed below the sensitive layer. The sensitive layer further comprises a first flexible thin-film plate, a first conductive layer disposed below the first flexible thin-film plate, an intermediate layer disposed below the first conductive layer, a second conductive layer disposed below the intermediate layer. and a second flexible thin-film plate disposed below the second conductive layer. The present invention also provides an alarm system comprising the anti-slip cushioning sensor mat and a server, and a method for making the anti-slip cushioning sensor mat.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and a device for improving the safety of a maritime platform, installed at sea or navigating at sea, including an observation of sea waves striking the maritime platform, an operation of the maritime platform being controlled via a control system. The method and device are suitable for: —acquiring elevation values of the surface of the sea at a plurality of points, making it possible to characterize at least one group of sea waves, a sea wave being likened to a wave defined by a period and an amplitude, —calculating at least one characteristic quantity of each group of waves, —comparing the calculated characteristic quantity to a hazard threshold, —if the comparison indicates the hazard threshold is crossed, raising an alert intended for the control system.

Abstract: A method of monitoring a user performing a handwashing procedure, including: recognizing a user based upon biometric information obtained at a handwashing station, a user; detecting use of a component of the handwashing station; capturing image data of the user at the handwashing station; capturing data describing components and consumables used at the handwashing station; analyzing, using a processor, the image data; determining compliance with a handwashing procedure based at least in part on the analysis of the image data and the use of the component; and communicating compliance information. Other aspects are described and claimed.

Abstract: A system for notifying emergency services of a vehicular crash may (i) receive sensor data of a vehicular crash from at least one mobile device associated with a user; (ii) generate a scenario model of the vehicular crash based upon the received sensor data; (iii) store the scenario model; and/or (iv) transmit a message to one or more emergency services based upon the scenario model. As a result, the speed and accuracy of deploying emergency services to the vehicular crash location is increased. The system may also utilize vehicle occupant positional data, and internal and external sensor data to detect potential imminent vehicle collisions, take corrective actions, automatically engage autonomous or semi-autonomous vehicle features, and/or generate virtual reconstructions of the vehicle collision.

Abstract: Systems, methods and devices for hands-free signaling for tracking, locating and/or monitoring a person are provided in embodiments herein. A system including a portable signaling unit comprising an intra-oral element and a sensor for detecting a compressive force from a user is provided in an embodiment herein. The portable signaling unit may be configured to generate a signal in response to the compressive force detected, in one embodiment. The embodiment further includes a relay device configured to transmit a signal from the sensor, a receiver configured to detect the signal from the relay device, and a processor enabled to receive a signal from the receiver, wherein the signal is used to identify and provide information about a location of the portable signaling unit.

Abstract: An alarm and monitoring system including a primary device and at least one secondary device, the alarm and monitoring system including a transceiver that receives a notification signal from a primary device or a secondary device, the notification signal including the alarm event signal; a controller coupled to the transceiver, the controller being configured to receive the notification signal from the transceiver and generate a rendering signal; and a rendering device coupled to the controller, the rendering device being configured to receive the rendering signal and render an alarm event, wherein the primary device receives the notification signal from a cloud system, and wherein the cloud system receives a communication signal from a linked user device or an external services server and forwards the notification signal to the primary device.

Abstract: Various embodiments are generally directed to an apparatus, method and other techniques for detecting, by one or more sensor components, at least one sensor input, and executing, by logic, at least one instruction to cause an event on a wearable wireless device, the event comprising at least one of a change in a physical parameter on the wearable wireless device and a wireless communication with a computing device via a transceiver.

Abstract: An electronic device includes: a first sensor configured to generate a movement signal corresponding to a user movement; a second sensor configured to physically contact the user to generate a user bio-signal; a processor configured to determine a user sleeping state using the generated movement signal and the generated user bio-signal in each of time periods, and determine an operation state of another electronic device based on the determined sleeping state in respective time periods; and a communicator configured to transmit a control command corresponding to the determined operation state to the another electronic device.

Abstract: A method for operating a domestic appliance includes the steps of: receiving, by means of the domestic appliance, a radio signal from at least one radio transmission source; and determining, by means of the domestic appliance, information on surroundings of the domestic appliance by evaluating a temporal progression of an evaluation signal based on the radio signal and influenced by the surroundings of the domestic appliance. The radio signal is intended for transmission within a local radio network and/or complies with the IEEE 802.11 standard, the IEEE 802.154 standard, or the Bluetooth standard.

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method is described for controlling one or more consumer electronic devices that is performed by a smart device. The smart device causes one or more graphical elements, each for performing a particular operation to be displayed. The smart device then causes an action to be performed when the user selects one of the graphical elements, for example by pressing one of the keys on the universal controlling device or by speaking a command.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for determining a navigation route based on the location of a vehicle and generating a recommendation for a vehicle maneuver. The method may comprise determining, based on sensor data received from a location sensor of a mobile device or a vehicle, a location of the vehicle. A computing device may determine a navigation route for navigating the vehicle from the location to a destination, and the navigation route may comprise a plurality of intersections. The computing device may determine a plurality of potential maneuvers at a first intersection of the plurality of intersections. The computing device may also determine, based on one or more factors, a navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers at the first intersection. Based on the navigation score for each of the plurality of potential maneuvers, the computing device may select a maneuver from the plurality of potential maneuvers to recommend for the vehicle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are described for providing result data, which relate to a motor vehicle environment with an infrastructure device, for guiding a receiving motor vehicle through an infrastructure presenting a complex traffic situation. At least one motor vehicle having at least one sensor device is selected by the infrastructure device. The sensor device of the selected motor vehicle detects sensor data, which describe at least part of the motor vehicle environment. The infrastructure device transmits a query message to the selected motor vehicle. The selected motor vehicle transmits the sensor data to the infrastructure device in response to the query message. The infrastructure device determines result data from the sensor data and provides the result data to the receiving motor vehicle.

Abstract: A plurality of instances of probe data are received. Each instance is matched to a link of a digital map. A distance parameter for each instance is determined based on the link. Based on a vehicle lane pattern for the link, a most likely lane for each instance is determined based on the corresponding distance parameter. Probe trajectories are constructed based on sequences of instances of probe data identified in the plurality of instances of probe data. At least one of the probe trajectories is analyzed based at least in part on lane change probabilities to generate at least one lane level trajectory. Lane level traffic information is determined based on the at least one lane level trajectory and the corresponding instances of probe data.

Abstract: Processing position data relating to a vehicle, in order to determine the start of a search for a parking space, includes determining an end position and determining at least one inefficiency value by comparing at least part of a drive with at least one linear distance to the end position, wherein the at least one inefficiency value identifies an inefficiency of the drive. The process further includes determining at least one route inefficiency value based on position data from a map to verify an identified inefficiency for at least one position for which an inefficiency has been identified. Parking space search traffic can then be output, as detected, if there is a route inefficiency.

Abstract: Portable traffic message signs configured for use on or near roadways, highways, sidewalks, and/or other travel routes. The portable traffic message sign may be configured to provide instructions, warnings, alerts, and/or other information for travelers. In some embodiments, the portable traffic message sign may be configured to be adaptive in response to sensed weather, traffic, and/or other conditions. For example, the portable traffic message sign may have a controller determining suitable message content to display, the message content reflecting a present traffic and/or weather condition. Moreover, the message sign controller may select, based on a speed of travel of traffic, words, phrases, and/or pages to display the message content such that the message may be perceivable by oncoming travelers. The controller may control height, angle of rotation, and/or other orientation parameters of the message sign toward a point of aim in order that the message may be perceivable by travelers.

Abstract: A device can obtain acceleration data and GPS location data. The GPS location data can include a plurality of GPS location data samples relating to vehicles. The acceleration data can include a plurality of acceleration data samples relating to one or more of the vehicles. The device can determine, using the plurality of acceleration data samples or the plurality of GPS location data samples, a potential wrong-way travel event associated with a vehicle, determine whether the vehicle is associated with an industry in which vehicles legitimately engage in wrong-way travel after determining the potential wrong-way travel event, and perform one or more actions to cause information regarding the potential wrong-way travel event to be provided to a user device based on determining the potential wrong-way travel event and determining whether the vehicle is associated with an industry in which vehicles legitimately engage in wrong-way travel.

Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for operating an autonomous vehicle based upon a driving preference. For example, a driving profile, comprising a driving preference (e.g., a speed preference, a route preference, etc.) of a user, may be provided to an automated driving component of the autonomous vehicle. An operational parameter for the autonomous vehicle may be generated based upon the driving preference of the user. The autonomous vehicle may be operated based upon the operational parameter. In an example, a condition of the user traveling in the autonomous vehicle may be determined, and the operational parameter for the autonomous vehicle may be adjusted based upon the condition of the user not corresponding to the driving preference.

Abstract: Method and apparatus herein are for inter-vehicle cooperation for physical exterior damage detection. An example vehicle includes an inter-vehicle communication module and a body control module. The body control module is to monitors an area around the vehicle and characteristics of the vehicle to detect a triggering event and, in response to detecting the trigger event, broadcasts a request for images. Additionally, the body control module generates a composite image based on the images and compares the composite image to a reference image to identify damage on the vehicle. In response to identifying damage, the body control module takes an action specified by an operator.

Abstract: A computer-implemented system and method for providing multi-locational curbside valet parking service is provided. A multiplicity of motor vehicle parking spaces are managed by a server. A plurality of smart parking devices and vehicle occupancy sensors are interfaced with the server. Use of a plurality of the parking spaces is reserved for a valet service. A reservation request for the use of the plurality of the parking spaces is accepted for use by the valet service for a period of time. Occupancy of the reserved parking spaces by a motor vehicle is sensed through the vehicle occupancy sensor. A valet drop-off location of at least one of the parking spaces that is reserved for the use of the valet service and is not occupied by a motor vehicle is identified. The valet drop-off location and a location of a lock box are provided to the motorist through a user interface.

Abstract: Light or moderate impacts against a vehicle are detected. Measured acceleration and yaw rate are compared to baseline thresholds in a baseline state. When the acceleration is above the threshold, a distance from an estimated impact location to a vehicle center-of-gravity is determined. When the determined distance is less than a vehicle edge distance, an impact-suspected state will be entered if at least one of the acceleration and yaw rate is above the respective threshold for a predetermined duration. In the impact-suspected state, a plurality of vehicle dynamic behaviors are monitored for confirming occurrence of the light impact. A return is made to the baseline state if the acceleration and yaw rate fail to remain above the respective threshold or if the calculated distance fails to remain less than the edge distance. The impact is detected when at least one of the behaviors confirms the occurrence.

Abstract: Methods and systems for displaying a user interface that warns a driver that a vehicle is located within or is near a geographical area (and/or intersection) associated with a higher than average risk of animal-vehicle and/or vehicle-vehicle collisions are provided. According to certain aspects, an electronic device may access a database that identifies a plurality of high risk areas, including areas associated with prior vehicle accidents. The electronic device may display a virtual road map, as well as an icon indicating the vehicle's current location and a plurality of visual indications of high-risk areas. When the electronic device detects that the current location of the vehicle is within and/or approaching a high-risk area, the electronic device may then warn the driver about the higher than average risk of experiencing a vehicle collision.

Abstract: A system for dynamic flight tracking of an aircraft comprises a ground center configured to communicate with a flight tracking application onboard an aircraft, wherein the flight tracking application is preloaded with default flight tracking preferences comprising a normal time rate interval for sending normal condition position reports to the ground center when a flight condition is normal; abnormal time rate intervals for sending abnormal condition position reports to the ground center when abnormal flight conditions are detected, with the abnormal time rate intervals less than the normal time rate interval; and abnormal flight condition criteria to determine which aircraft conditions to monitor for detecting abnormal flight conditions.

Abstract: A method and system for displaying contextual correlations of objects of a lateral map (LMAP) display to objects of a vertical situational display (VSD) which includes: receiving a first set of latitude objects of graphic representations of a plurality of conditions on the LMAP display wherein the graphic representations represent a particular condition; receiving a second set of vertical objects of graphic representations of a plurality of conditions on the VSD; and correlating using correlation solutions the first and second set of latitude and vertical objects graphically represented of the particular condition between the LMAP display and the VSD to provide a correlation of both the latitude objects and the vertical objects within the LMAP display for rendering on the LMAP display.

Abstract: One embodiment provides a method comprising maintaining a multi-dimensional data structure partitioned into cells utilizing a tree data structure (“tree”) comprising intervals for each dimension of a multi-dimensional space. To partition an interval for a node of the tree into multiple subintervals, multiple leaf nodes (“leaves”) are generated, each leaf descending from the node. To merge multiple intervals for multiple nodes of the tree, a parent node (“parent”) and multiple leaves descending from the parent are generated, the parent and the leaves are time constrained, and the leaves are scheduled for a merger. When transient data in cells included in a list that corresponds to a leaf scheduled for merger expires, each cell in the list is converted into a cell for inclusion in a different list corresponding to a parent of the leaf, each leaf of the parent removed, and the parent turned into a leaf.

Abstract: A method to assist in a search and rescue mission comprises: scanning at least a portion of a terrain at a search and rescue site using a scanning device to obtain searched area information, wherein searched area information is information captured by the scanning device of the at least a portion of the terrain; analyzing the searched area information obtained after scanning the at least a portion of the terrain; and communicating leading air vehicle information to at least one trailing air vehicle, wherein leading air vehicle information includes searched area information and analysis, and wherein the at least one trailing air vehicle is an air vehicle that reaches the search and rescue site after the at least one leading air vehicle.

Abstract: Systems and methods that optimize landing performance are provided. The system determines a number, N, of equipment configurations (a combination of a brake setting and a thrust reverser configuration) supported by the aircraft. The system determines a deceleration airspeed to achieve a target taxi speed and, for each of the N equipment configurations, determines a respective deceleration distance. In various embodiments, the system further updates the deceleration distances by one or more of a brake's condition, aircraft historical data, brake warranty and life cycle data, and environmental conditions. The deceleration distances are used to identify a number P of exit-ways that can be used at the runway. Total costs (including brake usage and fuel cost) for each of the P exit-ways is determined, and the equipment configuration that delivers the lowest total cost delivers the optimize landing performance.

Abstract: A method for aiding the landing of an aircraft on a landing runway comprises the following steps implemented automatically by a processing unit: a) acquiring information relating to the runway; b) acquiring information relating to a current situation of the aircraft; i) determining a landing position of the aircraft on a central longitudinal axis of the runway, as a function of a trajectory determined between a current position of the aircraft and this landing position to comply with at least one constraint relating to a roll angle of the aircraft; j) determining a parameter relating to the landing position; k) determining a deviation between this parameter and a reference value; l) comparing this deviation with a predetermined threshold; and m) as a function of the result of the comparison carried out in step l), commanding, if appropriate, the signaling of an alert via the signaling system of the aircraft.

Abstract: According to an example, coordinates in a coordinate space of a display device at which a line is to be displayed may be determined. A first set of intensity profile discs corresponding to the determined coordinates and a second set of intensity profile discs having inverted intensity profiles from the first set of intensity profile discs may be identified. The identified second set of intensity profile discs may be displayed at the determined coordinates on the display device and the identified first set of intensity profile discs may be displayed over the displayed second set of intensity profile discs on the display device.

Abstract: Various systems may benefit from the appropriate interworking of subsystems. For example, various avionics systems and method may benefit from the integration of terrain and/or weather avoidance, for example with other detection and avoidance subsystems. A method can include determining, by an avionics system, a hazard condition with respect to an ownship aircraft. The method can also include generating, by the avionics system, a maneuver inhibition based on the determined hazard condition. The method can further include providing the maneuver inhibition to a traffic avoidance or alerting system.

Abstract: Systems, apparatuses, and methods for memory recall and reactivation by targeted stimulation are provided. Systems, apparatuses, and methods are described for providing patterns of a reinforcing cue re-presentation during sleep. Systems, apparatuses, and methods are also described for determining patterns of a reinforcing cue for re-presentation during sleep. Systems, apparatuses, and methods are also described for determining reinforcing cues for re-presentation during sleep. Systems, apparatuses, and methods are also described for determining and predicting sleep intervals based only on sleep onset.

Abstract: Methods and system are disclosed that generate configurable visual work instructions. In one aspect, information to assemble multiple variants of a product is compiled, determined by multiple routing operations and allocation of multiple components of the product to the multiple routing operations. A sequence of instructions to assemble the multiple variants of the product to verify an order of the multiple routing operations and the allocation of the components to the multiple operations may be simulated. Upon verification, a superset of visual work instructions corresponding to the sequence of instructions to assemble the multiple variants of the product may be generated. Upon receiving a request to assemble a desired variant of the product, a configuration including attributes associated with the desired variant of the product may be generated. Based on the configuration, the superset of visual work instructions may be reduced to a subset of visual work instructions.

Abstract: Devices and methods for providing commentary for multiple points of interests utilize audio communication devices having an optic code reader, a microcontroller, a transmitter/receiver, a storage module and a speaker and/or headphone jack. Two or more audio communication devices may be synced to the same channel. A primary audio communication device sends a signal that triggers a dependent audio communication device to play a prerecorded commentary regarding a selected point of interest in a language selected by a person using the dependent audio communication device. A map having icons representing points of interest includes optic codes embedded within the icons. When an audio communication device scans an icon with an optic reader, a triggering signal causes the audio communication device and any dependent audio communication devices to play a corresponding commentary and a language selected by a user.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to optimizing an individual's heart-rate cycle using a biofeedback virtual reality system so as to facilitate coherence and resonance, by which a subject's emotional state, stress levels and performance may be concurrently improved. In an embodiment, a biofeedback virtual reality system and method as disclosed herein accesses an individual's current coherence state and based upon that analysis, provides a virtual environment related to the individual's current coherence state and allows the individual to progress to alternative virtual environments that represent “better” or more coherent states. A biofeedback virtual reality system can include a heart monitor and an RR interval monitor that provide information related to the individual's HRV. A biofeedback virtual reality system can be conveniently portable and therefore used at most any location so as to afford the individual the ability to decrease their stress level and/or improve their state of mind as desired.

Abstract: A digitally administered assignment includes a workspace for a student and an internal automated grading code hidden from and not accessible by the student, the internal automated grading code configured to execute on the student's local computing device and to evaluate work performed by the student in the workspace. A method for digital assignment administration includes making an assignment with internal automated grading criteria available to a student and evaluating the assignment using the internal automated grading criteria on the student's local computing device.

Abstract: One embodiment provides a method, including: utilizing at least one processor to execute computer code that performs the steps of: receiving a plurality of student profiles, wherein each of the plurality of student profiles comprises a homework style comprising a pattern of activities performed by a reference student when the reference student is writing by hand, doing homework related to an identified topic; obtaining sensor information, from at least one sensor of a wearable device, the sensor information corresponding to activities performed by a student wearing the wearable device; identifying, using the sensor information, a series of activities performed by the student, wherein the identifying comprises comparing the sensor information to a plurality of models, wherein each model corresponds to an activity; determining if the series of activities corresponds to a homework style of a reference student having a profile similar to that of the student; and providing, if the series of activities do not corre

Abstract: A method of providing visual feedback to a driver based on data collected during vehicle operation. A processor at the vehicle analyzes vehicle data, and determines when predetermined threshold values have been reached for particular parameters. Whenever such a threshold is reached, an audible indication is provided to the driver, indicating that the baseline has been exceeded. Certain parameters have at least two threshold values. When a first threshold value is reached, an alert is presented to the driver, but no data is recorded or reported. When a second threshold value is reached, another alert is presented to the driver, and data is recorded for reporting to a driver manager or supervisor. This approach provides a driver warning, that if they correct the triggering behavior, their supervisor is never notified of that behavior. However, if the behavior escalates, and the second threshold is breached, the behavior is recorded.

Abstract: A vehicle driving simulator includes a chassis having two rotatable drums mounted therein, mechanically connected together, and configured to engage wheels of a motorcycle mounted on the chassis. A tilting yoke mechanism is attached to the chassis and includes a substantially rigid frame and a substantially rigid attachment bracket attached to the motorcycle and pivotally attached to the frame. A resistance device is attached between the attachment bracket and the frame, and a tilt sensor is attached to the frame of the tilting yoke mechanism. A pressure sensor may be mounted to a handlebar of the motorcycle and operably connected to a vehicle driving simulator controller.

Abstract: A rehabilitation assistance device (1), provided with: an arm part (30) having a holding part (20) for holding a part of the upper limb or the lower limb of a user, the arm part (30) movably supporting the holding part (20); a memory unit (80) for storing training information, the memory unit (80) storing first training information defined in advance; a motion information acquisition unit (61) for acquiring motion information associated with the movement of the holding part (20), the motion information acquisition unit (61) acquiring first motion information for the holding part (20) moved on the basis of the first training information; a motion evaluation unit (72) for generating evaluation information in which the motion information is evaluated, the motion evaluation unit (72) evaluating the first motion information and generating first evaluation information; and a display (40) for displaying at least one of the training information, the motion information, and the evaluation information.

Abstract: A universal 6-DOF mems sensor combined with six degree of motion algorithms and human motion parameters permits individualized real time motion analysis of a user to enable accurate measurements. Data derived thereby is wirelessly sent for viewing to a Bluetooth® enabled smartphone or combination smartphone and eyeglass device, such as the Google Glass® headset. The sensor is worn on a wrist or ankle band or in combination with a chest mounted cardio heart rate monitor dependent on the biometric parameters measured. Typical physical exercise data gathered includes reps, sets, 10-100 yard dash times, vertical, horizontal and broad jump distances, a range of shuttle times, RAST, steps taken, distance traveled, velocity, acceleration, and calories burned. The heart rate monitor provides cardio assessment and the 6-DOF sensor measures a runner's pace and cadence data.

Abstract: Techniques are provided for selectively and dynamically determining one or more words of an electronic book to present with comprehension guides. For instance, an electronic device rendering an electronic book may determine whether to display some, all, or no words of the book with comprehension guides for words within the electronic book based on word difficulty, contextual importance or aspects of the user. Techniques are also provided for determining the content of comprehension guides to be presented with the words.