Abstract: A method is provided for selecting a virtual object on a user terminal of a terminal. The method is performed by the terminal and includes: displaying the user interface; obtaining a predefined execution area of a first operation of a first virtual object within a virtual environment; obtaining a visible boundary scope of the virtual environment; determining, based on the predefined execution area and the visible boundary scope, an effective execution area of the first operation within the virtual environment; and determining, based on the effective execution area, a target virtual object.

Abstract: This application provides a display method and a related apparatus. In an example method, a first electronic device runs a first application and displays a first user interface, where the first user interface comprises first content and second content, the second content overlaps with a part of the first content, and the first user interface is related to the first application. The first electronic device displays a second user interface in response to a first operation, where the second user interface comprises the first content, and the part that is of the first content and that is covered by the second content is presented on the second user interface.

Abstract: Computer-readable storage media are disclosed storing instructions, which when executed, cause a processor to: distribute, toward a terminal device of a viewer via a communication line, a first video including an animation of a first avatar of a distributor generated on the basis of motion data or the motion data; distribute, toward the terminal device of the viewer via the communication line, a second video related to a game generated on the basis of operation data by using a received web page; receive, from the terminal device of the viewer via the communication line, token data indicative of providing a token to the distributor from the viewer viewing the second video; and distribute, toward the terminal device of the viewer via the communication line, the second video including a game object set on the basis of the token data.

Abstract: A method for controlling a virtual object, including: determining, in response to a trigger instruction for a game skill of a first player character located in a game scene, a target virtual object corresponding to the trigger instruction, and controlling the target virtual object to monitor a monitoring area in the game scene so as to locate a second player character within the monitoring area; and, displaying calibration information of the second player character located in the graphical user interface, where the calibration information of the second player character comprises at least one of a character identification corresponding to the second player character or a position identification corresponding to the second player character.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for generating an acoustic environment model for a video game level is provided. The method comprises: obtaining graphical data for visually rendering a gameplay environment of the video game level, the graphical data comprising a three-dimensional geometrical model for the gameplay environment, and generating, based on the graphical data, an acoustic environment model corresponding to the gameplay environment and adapted for the simulating of gameplay sounds therein.

Abstract: In a virtual character state setting method, a first plurality of virtual characters in a state display interface of an application is displayed. The first plurality of virtual characters includes a target virtual character which is associated with a target account of the application. A current state of the target virtual character based on the first state identifier is configured in response to a copy operation on a first state identifier in the state display interface. The first state identifier is displayed as the current state of the target virtual character in the state display interface. The first state identifier being a state identifier from the first plurality of virtual characters.

Abstract: In an exemplary game of the exemplary embodiment, a non-player character is set to a first state or a second state. In the first state, the non-player character is controlled based on a plurality of processes including a process of causing automatic traveling, an animation process, an interaction detecting process to detect an interaction with another object, and a process of causing a behavior according to an interaction detected. In the second state, the animation process related to animation not involving traveling and at least a part of the interaction detecting process are performed out of the plurality of processes, and the process of causing automatic traveling is not performed.

Abstract: A method of information processing includes displaying a running screen of a target virtual game in a first time unit, the target virtual game includes at least a first virtual character that is manipulated by an artificial intelligence (AI) object. The method also includes obtaining battle reference data associated with the running screen, the battle reference data includes battle data fed back by the first virtual character when the first virtual character participates in the target virtual game in the first time unit. The method also includes displaying execution prediction information of at least a to-be-executed candidate operation based on the battle reference data. Apparatus and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium counterpart embodiments are also contemplated.

Abstract: In a first mode, an aiming direction in a virtual space is determined based on a second operation input, and a player character is caused to launch, in the aiming direction, an item that affects a field character disposed on a field in the virtual space, based on a third operation input. In a second mode, the aiming direction is determined, based on the second operation input, and the player character is caused to launch, in the aiming direction, a fighting character that fights, based on the third operation input.

Abstract: In some aspects, the disclosure is directed to systems and methods for automatic text generation for game sessions. A system may include one or more processors that are configured to store an identification of a game session and data corresponding to one or more events of the game session, the game session corresponding to one or more characteristics of individuals participating in the game session; determine, based on the one or more characteristics of the individuals participating in the game session, a set of criteria for selecting a set of media segments, wherein different criteria of the set of criteria correspond to different media segments; determine which of the set of criteria is satisfied; select one or more media segments based on the satisfied criteria; and generate a media content item for at least a portion of the game session based on the selected one or more media segments.

Abstract: In some aspects, the disclosure is directed to systems and methods for automatic media generation for game sessions. A system may include one or more processors that are configured to store one or more identifications of a plurality of game sessions, data corresponding to one or more events of the plurality of game sessions, and a plurality of timestamps indicating when the plurality of game sessions occurred or are scheduled to occur; detect a future game session of the plurality of game sessions; retrieve data for one or more historical game sessions associated with the first entity or the second entity; determine a set of criteria is satisfied based at least on the retrieved data; select one or more media segments based on the satisfied set of criteria; and generate a media content item for the future game session.

Abstract: A system operates by generating BEA tools that include an AI model trained via machine learning based on prior game play; receiving game data and multimodal player data associated with a play of a gaming application by a player; generating a predicted user experience by applying the BEA tools to the game data and the multimodal player data, wherein the predicted user experience includes motivation data that indicates motivation scores for the player for each of a plurality of different motivations, and wherein each of the motivation scores for the player predicts an amount that the player is motivated by one of the plurality of different motivations while playing the gaming application; and facilitating adaptation of the gaming application based on the predicted user experience.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a gaming system, device, and method supportive of a self-evolving, AI-based conversation model. The conversation model uses the state of the gaming system in autogenerating natural language messages. The state of the gaming system, for example, can be used in topic and sentiment classifications.

Abstract: Input data is received that includes a message for communication to a target player of a video game. A portion of the input data defining the message is automatically identified using a first artificial intelligence model component. A meaning of the message defined by the portion of the input data is automatically determined using a second artificial intelligence model component. A third artificial intelligence model component is used to automatically determine, based on the meaning of the message, whether or not the message is relevant to a current game state and game context of the target player. A communication to the target player that conveys the meaning of the message is automatically composed through use of a fourth artificial intelligence model component, when the message is determined to be relevant to the current game state and game context of the target player. The communication is delivered to the target player.

Abstract: A game player model use provision apparatus includes: an accepting means that accepts a use instruction to make a game player model available, the game player model having learned an action of a learning target in a second play state based on play data including a first play state in a game and an action taken by a player in the first play state and based on a label indicating whether or not to be a learning target; and an output means that outputs model information for using the game player model in response to the use instruction.

Abstract: In a data processing method, a detection control corresponding to configuration of a virtual object is displayed in a configuration detection interface of a virtual scene. The configuration of the virtual object includes at least two detection categories, and each detection category includes at least one detection item. The configuration of the virtual object in the detection categories is detected when a detection instruction is triggered based on the detection control. Progress indication information of the configuration of the virtual object is displayed. The progress indication information is configured to indicate progress of detecting the configuration of the virtual object in each detection category. A detection result of each detection item of the virtual object is displayed.

Abstract: A collusion detection system may detect collusion between entities participating in online gaming. The collusion detection system may identify a plurality of entities associated with and opponents within an instance of an online game, determine social data associated with the plurality of entities, determine in-game behavior data associated with the plurality of entities, and determine, for one or more pairings of the plurality of entities, respective pairwise feature sets based at least in part on the social data and the in-game behavior data. The collusion detection system may then perform anomaly detection on the respective pairwise feature sets and, in response to the anomaly detection detecting one or more anomalous pairwise feature sets, output one or more suspect pairings of the plurality of entities corresponding to the one or more anomalous pairwise feature sets as suspected colluding pairings.

Abstract: A system is described, which includes an arena; at least one motion platform in the arena; at least one virtual reality headset coupled to each motion platform to integrate a combined virtual and physical experience; and an arena server to communicate with each motion platform and a global server. The system can also include the global server and/or at least one of a creator space, an audience environment, and a point of sale system to interact with the system via the global server. The system can also include a blockchain for tracking assets in the system. The blockchain can be used to mint and track revenue associated with non-fungible tokens (NFTs).

Abstract: Systems and methods for enabling communication between users are described. One of the methods includes receiving, via a computer network, data regarding a plurality of real gestures made by a first user via a first user account. The data regarding the plurality of real gestures is received from a client device. The method further includes determining, from the data, whether a speed of occurrence of the plurality of real gestures is greater than a predetermined speed. After determining that the speed of occurrence of the plurality of real gestures is greater than the predetermined speed, the method includes determining one or more meanings of a combination of the plurality of real gestures. The method includes communicating the one or more meanings of the combination via a virtual avatar, controlled by the first user via the first user account, to a second user.

Abstract: The present invention relates to zipline systems and control thereof. A zipline system comprising a starting base (1), a finish base (14) and a zipline (2) extended therebetween. The system comprise a trolley (16) arranged on the zipline (2). The trolley (16) comprises two wings (18), harnesses (19) attached to each wing (18) and configured to secure riders (5) of the system. The trolley (16) comprises a thrust generating unit (4) to provide a forward thrust to the trolley (16), an energy storage unit to store energy for the thrust generating unit (4) and a power control unit to control the thrust generating unit (4). Each wing (18) comprises a weight distribution system (20) to balance a centre of gravity of the trolley (16) along its vertical axis (X). The system further comprises a retrieve track (6) to retrieve the trolley (16) back to the starting base (1).

Abstract: An amusement park attraction system includes one or more travel paths configured to guide one or more ride vehicle assemblies thereon. The amusement park attraction system also includes an interference detection assembly comprising one or more drones, a sensor assembly disposed on the drone, one or more memories, and one or more processors. The one or more memories include instructions stored thereon. The one or more processors are configured to execute the instructions to control a path of the one or more drones relative to the one or more travel paths, receive sensor data from the sensor assembly and corresponding to an environment surrounding the one or more drones, detect an overlap between a reach envelope corresponding the one or more ride vehicle assemblies and at least one additional component of the amusement park attraction system based on the sensor data, and generate one or more notifications indicative of the overlap.

Abstract: A system may include a virtual reality system configured to present one or more virtual objects via an electronic display. The system may also include one or more inflatable objects that correspond to the one or more virtual objects, such that the one or more inflatable objects matches one or more shapes of the one or more virtual objects. The system may also include a processor configured to cause at least one of the one or more inflatable objects to inflate based on feedback from the virtual reality system.

Abstract: A plush toy having a body at least partially formed from dual plush fabric. The fabric has a backing, a second plush layer having a second pile height and fixedly coupled to the backing by a laminant layer and a first plush layer removably coupled through the backing. The first plush layer has a first pile height greater that the second pile height. The body defines and internal cavity that retains a fill material.

Abstract: The present technology relates to an autonomous mobile body, an information processing method, and a program enabling improvement in ability of expression by audio of an autonomous mobile body. An autonomous mobile body includes a recognition unit that recognizes an external stimulus, and an audio control unit that controls a characteristic and an output timing of audio output in response to the stimulus on the basis of at least one of a behavior of the autonomous mobile body, a state of the autonomous mobile body, a partner who gives the stimulus, a surrounding situation, or a content of the stimulus. The present technology can be applied to, for example, a pet-type robot.

Abstract: The present technology relates to an autonomous mobile body, an information processing method, and a program enabling improvement in ability of expression by audio of an autonomous mobile body. An autonomous mobile body includes an operation control unit that controls an operation of the autonomous mobile body, a recognition unit that recognizes a state of the autonomous mobile body in operation, and an audio control unit that generates or processes audio data corresponding to audio to be output in accordance with the operation of the autonomous mobile body on the basis of a recognition result of the state of the autonomous mobile body, and controls a characteristic and an output timing of the audio. The present technology can be applied to, for example, a pet-type robot.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling a puppet to obtain a desired position or expression, with a mounting plate having a plurality of rod apertures. A plurality of ball braces are secured to the mounting plate, each having a pair of ball apertures. A plurality of balls and rods are provided. Each ball is positioned between one of the ball apertures and rod apertures. Each rod extending through one of the balls and through one of the ball apertures and one of the rod apertures. Each rod contacting an action point on a puppet for manipulating the puppet through rotating and twisting of the ball, and longitudinal movement of the rod. The ball braces may be locked and unlocked, such that when locked, the associated ball and rod are held in position to maintain a facial expression at the action point.

Abstract: A creation table for fusible toy bead includes: a first table having a plurality of through holes extending in a penetrating direction and configured to allow fusible toy beads; and a second table including: a plurality of pins configured to be inserted into and removed from the plurality of through holes; and a sheet holding portion configured to hold a sheet. The plurality of through holes include at least one through hole group, and each of the at least one through hole group has two or more through holes. The first table has a communication groove penetrating through the first table in the penetrating direction such that adjacent through holes contained in each of the at least one through hole group communicate with each other in a radial direction of the adjacent through holes.

Abstract: A toy figure is presented herein. The toy figure includes a base, a body extending from the base, and a plurality of segments. At least some of the plurality of segments are configured to rotate relative to the base to transition the toy figure between a first configuration and a second configuration. The plurality of segments and the base cooperatively enclose the body in the first configuration, and the body is exposed in the second configuration.

Abstract: A creation table for fusible toy bead includes: a first table having through holes and configured to allow a fusible toy bead to be placed; and a second table including pins configured to be inserted into and removed from the through holes. The first table is configured to be stacked on the second table in a first direction along a normal direction of the second table such that the pins are inserted into the through holes. The first table includes a protruding portion protruding in the first direction. The second table includes a lug portion connected via a hinge so as to be foldable in the first direction. The lug portion is engaged with the protruding portion by folding the lug portion in the first direction in a state where the first table is stacked on the second table.

Abstract: The present utility patent discloses an automatic bubble machine, including a fixed back shell, a back shell body, a base body, a bubble spitting device, a battery box back cover and a fixed front shell, wherein one side of the fixed back shell is fixedly connected to the fixed front shell, bottoms of the fixed back shell and the fixed front shell are rotatably connected with a bubble water base, a battery box is embedded inside the fixed back shell, screw holes are arranged inside the back shell body, and corrugated stripe grooves and transverse grooves are arranged on outer wall of the back shell body. Users rotate top of the bubble machine to change bubble spitting methods and blow out bubbles in different shapes.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to nonporous polymer particles having an average particle size of 1 to 10 micrometers and being functionalized with an immunoglobulin-binding protein. The functionalized particles of the present disclosure can be used to purify a range of immunoglobulins with affinity to the immunoglobulin-binding protein.

Abstract: A portable unit and associated processing are described for clarifying process water used in oil and gas operations such as fracking or drill-out operations. In the portable unit, dirty water (402) is introduced into a clarifier (400). The dirty water (402) is directed to a bottom of the clarifier (400) where dissolved air 408 from a dissolved air flotation pump (410) is injected into the water (402). The water (402) then passes across the inclined plates (412). Particles are separated from the water (402) via interaction with the plates (412) and directed to collectors (414), at the bottom of the clarifier (404), by gravitation. In addition, a floc, enhanced by the injection of the dissolved air (408), is skimmed from the water surface. The result of this process flow is clarified water (430) that can be returned to the frack and post-frack completion process.

Abstract: An upper plate of a filter element includes a first rotation stop portion on an upper surface that faces a head, the head includes a second rotation stop portion on a lower surface that faces the upper plate, and one of the first rotation stop portion and the second rotation stop portion is a protruding portion and another one of the first rotation stop portion and the second rotation stop portion is a recessed portion and a protrusion. The protrusion is provided along a wall surface at part of the recessed portion, to protrude in a direction opposite to a depth direction of the recessed portion.

Abstract: In a suction strainer, a filtration part is provided along a horizontal direction, a first end member includes a first attaching portion having a plate shape provided at a side surface of a tank, a second attaching portion provided with a filtration part, and a first hole configured to communicate a hollow part of the filtration part and the outside of the tank, the second attaching portion, the filtration part and a second end member are provided inside the tank. The second end member includes a plate-shaped part configured to cover the hollow part of the filtration part, the plate-shaped part is provided with an air vent hole, and the float is provided in such a manner that the float is movable in the horizontal direction between a position of closing the air vent hole and a position of opening the air vent hole.

Abstract: The present invention provides a laminated sheet, a cylindrical filter element, and a filtration kit that are used to perform water filtration. Specifically, the laminated sheet used to perform water filtration includes: a pre-filtration layer, the pre-filtration layer including a first fiber having a diameter within a range of 1-5 ?m and a second fiber having a diameter within a range of 200-900 nm, and the pre-filtration layer having a pore diameter within a range of 0.2-1 ?m; and a fine filtration layer, the fine filtration layer having a pore diameter within a range of 0.02-0.5 ?m, wherein the pore diameter of the pre-filtration layer is greater than the pore diameter of the fine filtration layer. The laminated sheet used to perform water filtration and the cylindrical filter element and the filtration kit including the same according to the technical solution of the present invention have an extremely small pressure difference, high filtration efficiency, and a long service life.

Abstract: Depth filtration media for the harvest clarification of a feed stream from cell cultures containing a therapeutic biomol-ecule. The depth filtration media is comprised of a sintered mixture of a polymeric adsorbent and a thermoplastic binder and possess ultra-low extractables and do not require pre-flushing prior to use. Further, the materials of construction used for the sintered depth filter media demonstrate a high stability to gamma radiation and are compatible with gamma-based pre-use sterilization processes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a filter and a method of making a filter. The filter includes a porous substrate and a graphene oxide membrane and can be used to filter fluids. The graphene oxide membrane includes a crosslinking additive that reduces degradation of the graphene oxide membrane on exposure to chlorine.

Abstract: A process for making a water filter having the steps of hydropulping particulate and fibrous ingredients including a quantity of fibrillated cellulose with water to create a suspension, circulating the suspension in a molding tank, submerging a mold having cavities in the circulating suspension, applying a vacuum to the cavities to draw the suspension into the cavities such that the water passes through the mold and the ingredients accumulate within the cavities to form a dewatered material, ejecting the dewatered material from the mold to create a molded object, drying and curing the molded object and capping an open end of the molded object to make a filter that flows under gravity and is naturally hydrophilic with a mean flow path (MFP) as determined by porometry of less than 5 micron and preferably less than 2 micron.

Abstract: A filter element for a filter system for filtering a fluid has a filter body with a zigzag-folded filter medium. A frame element and a seal connected to the frame element circumferentially surround a clean-side end face of the filter body. A lattice structure is arranged at the clean-side end face of the filter body. The frame element has a circumferentially extending annular structure connected by a connection structure to the lattice structure. The connection structure is embedded in the seal and has radially extending passages for interlocking seal and frame element. A sleeve surrounds, at least in sections, a wall surface of the filter body in axial direction and in the circumferential direction. The frame element is connected to the sleeve. A filter system is provided with such an exchangeable filter element.

Abstract: An air inlet or air outlet filter for a switch cabinet housing, having a filter housing in which a filter substrate is arranged with a pleated filter which completely covers an air passage cross-section of the filter housing, wherein the filter substrate has a liquid-absorbing absorber mat made of nonwoven fabric. A corresponding switch cabinet arrangement is thus described.

Abstract: A method of treating a building for mold contamination including the steps of assessing and locating mold growth areas, constructing a containment barrier around the mold growth areas, vacuuming, abrading and surface treating the mold growth areas, ceilings, walls and window treatments with mold cleaner, replacing air filters from air handlers, removing all registers and vent grills in the treated areas and washing the vent grills with mold cleaner, vacuuming all registers and accessible ductwork, treating the heating and ventilation system, associated ductwork and wall cavities with an atomized mold cleaner, vacuuming all flooring, horizontal surfaces, walls, furniture and mattresses, re-vacuuming all flooring, re-treating the heating and ventilation system and associated ductwork with an atomized mold cleaner and re-treating the work area including any exposed wall cavities with an atomized mold cleaner, deconstructing and discarding containment barrier and reinstalling all registers and vent grills.

Abstract: A filtering apparatus includes an exhaust pipe, multiple air exhaust devices, a conveyor, a filtering net, a tank washing device, and a cleaning device. The exhaust pipe includes multiple air outlets. The air exhaust devices align with the air outlets respectively. The conveyor includes a first delivery circuit extending through the air outlets and a second delivery circuit connecting the first delivery circuit. The filtering net extends through the first delivery circuit and the second delivery circuit. The tank washing device is arranged in the second delivery circuit and includes a liquid tank. The cleaning device is mounted in the tank washing device and includes multiple rolling shafts each provided with multiple brushes. The filtering net is moved between the first delivery circuit and the second delivery circuit to perform two-stage purifying circulation to drain a purified gas from the air exhaust devices.

Abstract: A filter for filtering a fluid that is removed from a vacuum enclosure in an autoclave has a rigid housing comprising of a main body and a lid or cap. The rigid housing defines a filter interior, an inlet, and an outlet. The inlet and outlet arranged such that the fluid has to make at least one turn as the fluid flows in the filter interior. Filter media in the interior catches debris. The filter is constructed to withstand the high temperatures and pressures of imparted by an autoclave. A hose port connects the filter to the vacuum system of the autoclave.

Abstract: The present invention relates to Clean-Air Partition Systems. The system (100) comprises of mainframe (10) including an upper frame (10a) and a lower frame (10b), control panel and display (11), stand (12), plurality of wheels (13), a first high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter (14) placed in the upper frame (10a) of the main frame (10) and a second high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter (15) placed in lower frame (10b) of the main frame (10), an Airflow Separation Module (ASM) (16); and Smart Particle Sensor Actuator Set (SPSAS) (17a, 17b). The design and methodology of construction of system (100) structure is fitted with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters (14, 15). The high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters are fitted on both the front-end and read-end of the system. The aim of the present invention is to provide low-cost, convenient clean-air partition systems for protection against contraction of infectious diseases.

Abstract: The present description provides for various embodiments for an external support structure that can be used to package and ship air filter frames. The support structure addresses a collapse problem that air filter frames may experience from an applied force to the top, bottom, or sides of an air filter frame during packaging and delivery. The support structure includes a top and bottom covers. The top cover includes a base component, a first and second end redistribution components, and one or more internal redistribution components. The bottom cover includes a base component and one or more internal redistribution components. The top and bottom covers are positioned around an air filter frame, to redistribute external forces applied to a top, a bottom, a left side, and a right side of the air filter frame. The forces are distributed evenly over the air filter frame and prevents collapse at pivot points.

Abstract: A water purification system utilizes an ionomer membrane and mild vacuum to draw water from source water through the membrane. A water source may be salt water or a contaminated water source. The water drawn through the membrane passes across the condenser chamber to a condenser surface where it is condensed into purified water. The condenser surface may be metal or any other suitable surface and may be flat or pleated. In addition, the condenser surface may be maintained at a lower temperature than the water on the water source side of the membrane. The ionomer membrane may be configured in a cartridge, a pleated or flat plate configuration. A latent heat loop may be configured to carry the latent heat of vaporization from the condenser back to the water source side of the ionomer membrane. The source water may be heated by a solar water heater.

Abstract: A rotary valve has a valve body and a valve sleeve disposed coaxially hermetically outside the valve body. The valve body has a first, a second, and a third group of flow channels, ports of these are disposed on a surface of the valve body. The valve sleeve is evenly opened with a plurality of through-holes, and an inner end of each through-hole is provided with a vertical groove extending up and down along an inner wall of the valve sleeve. The vertical groove is divided into three sections, each communicating with the ports of the first, the second, and the third group of flow channels, respectively. The first group of flow channels are in a working state, a switching valve is provided at the through-hole, which switches one group of the second group of flow channels and the third group of flow channels into the working state.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a process for separating a hydrocarbon feed gas mixture comprising constituents including ethylene to produce a separated ethylene product. The disclosed process employs a solid-state ethylene sorbent and temperature and/or pressure swing adsorption and membrane separation and demonstrates a methodology to reduce the net heat of reaction during the adsorption of ethylene onto an adsorbent.

Abstract: Several embodiments of the present technology are directed to the removal of one or more air pollutants using cooling and/or calcium-containing particles. In some embodiments, a method for removing air pollutants comprises flowing a gas stream having calcium-containing particles and one or more of mercury or hydrochloric acid molecules, and cooling the gas stream, thereby causing at least a portion of the calcium-containing particles to adsorb to the mercury and/or hydrochloric acid molecules in the gas stream. The method can further comprise, after cooling the gas stream, filtering the gas stream to remove at least a portion of the calcium-containing particles having adsorbed mercury and hydrochloric acid.

Abstract: This invention provides processes for suppressing emission of mercury vapor from substances containing vaporizable mercury.