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Here's my latest wetplate collodion darkbox. This one will keep me out of the ether/alcohol fumes. I wanted this box as light and small as possible, to fit on the front seat of my car (have to remove the wheels for that), yet still able to do full plates. The box is 1/4" thick aspen plywood attached to a 3/4" thick reinforcing frame. Full plate will be tight in here but do-able. Smaller plates should be no problemo.
The box is hexagonal rather than rectangular and the sleeves go in at 45 degrees through the angled front sides. It seems much more natural for my arms to go in that box at a 45-degree angle rather than straight on. I can still reach every point inside the box if needed. The sleeves are constructed of an exterior layer of aluminized nylon and an interior layer of Porter's premium darkroom fabric. The sleeves have integrated elastic bands at one end and in the middle to form a light seal.
The angled rear panels are essentially upward sliding doors that should allow easy access to the interior. The silver tank is about 13" high and can easily go inside these doors. So, there should be plenty of room for holders as well.
There is a red acrylic safelight window on the top and another red angled viewing port 45 degrees off vertical on the front. The top of the box forms a hood over the inset and angled front window. I intentionally designed that viewing window to be at my eye level to avoid any stooping over. I'm hoping the top of the box will be an adequate hood to prevent glare on that window. If not, it shouldn't be difficult at all to attach a fabric hood around that window.
I built a tray out of red acrylic that fits between the dropped silver tank and the front wall of the box. It has a drain hole and attached acrylic hollow tube that goes through the base of the tank. The clear tube will be covered by a black rubber hose that will attach to some tubing below the box. The drain hose will empty into a yet to be determined waste container of some sort. The box is elevated slightly on ~ 2.5" high feet with room for the hose to curl underneath. I figured a slight curve to the black hose would prevent light from entering the tank.
I've also kicked around the idea of a gravity-fed water supply from the top of the box but haven't decided where it should enter yet. I built a lip around the top of the box to help prevent anything put on the top from falling off. I'm thinking of adding a net or bungee cords to the top to help hold stuff in place. I'll probably tweak this thing a bit more before I'm done.
The silver tank is similar to Kerik's design with a foam seal to allow transport of the tank when full. The thing is on 14" wheels and the front pair of legs are attached in such a manner as to act as handles for pulling/pushing the thing around.
I've also built a back panel-easel sort of thing that is attached to the folding rear leg. (Maybe I'll do some plein air painting with this as well).
If I were to do this again I would probably have the base squared off in the back to provide an exterior shelf for the tripod on one side and a water container on the other side for ease in transport. That wouldn't increase the weight very much but it would add to its functionality.
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Hi Patience,
Thanks for the work flow. Not mine though sorry to say. I did figure it all out though so in case anyone is using ZBrush - Hex - Genesis - DAZ Studio here we go.
Finish your detailing in ZB, save as an OBJ. Switch over to DS. Load up Genesis, keep in T formation. Leave shape at default. Then File>Import>Obj. When the import dialog comes up in the percentage box type in 2550, the area above that will switch to "Custom" and the Save Preset button will light up. Name that ZBrush Native Import since that seems to bring it in at Genesis sized. It will be on the floor so use the translation tool to move it up and position it in place. I used the Scale dials to fix any poking out. Then went to the Edit tools found in the fly out menu in the Scene tab. I converted to Triax weight mapping and then use the Transfer tool to conform it to Genesis:
Source: Genesis | Choose "Current" in the "Item Shape" drop down
Target: Item to be transferred | Leave "Item Shape" at "Default"
Projection Template: I chose Shirt>Tight since it was a vest.
Click "Show Options" and leave it all as it is but check off the "Reverse Source Shape from Target" option. The reason why I said to choose "Current" for Genesis is that this box is un-selectable unless you have SOMETHING selected in the Source "Item Shape" drop down.
Run the script and it's done. Now I'm trying to figure out how to freeze the shoulder bones in the vest since when Genesis puts it's arms up or down the tips of the vest follow along and it looks kinda bad. Any solutions to this area you can provide me with??
Glad you found a way that works and thanks for posting it too.
I actually buzzed by the Zbrush website today ... taxes first, whimper.
Is it "easy" to uvmap AND unfold it in Zbrush?

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NEW YORK -- Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig has banned Melky Cabrera associate Juan Nunez from all team clubhouses. MLB executive vice president Rob Manfred notified teams of the action Tuesday in a memorandum to club presidents, chief executive officers and general managers. Nunez, a consultant for Cabrera's agents at ACES Inc., took responsibility for fabricating a website that the San Francisco Giants All-Star outfielder was relying on as he prepared for a grievance to challenge a drug test that was positive for testosterone. Cabrera dropped his grievance last week after MLB uncovered the scheme. He was suspended for 50 games....
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Guilty, should leave him in there
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She should serve every day of the people she got convicted. Then I might feel she got justice.
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Can she do more time?
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I guess not all of the MIT students are real bright, he wasnot up to snuff on that gravity theory...
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A slap on the wrist, 20 years might have been appropriate, in china it's death, btw, because it is treason there.
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PATOKA LAKE - The public is invited to discover nebulae, star clusters, galaxies and much more as they explore the wonders beyond the earth at the Patoka Reservoir Beach starting at 1 p.m. EDT Saturday.
Members of the Evansville, Louisville and the Stonebelt Stargazers of Bedford, will share their knowledge of the universe.
Evening astronomy begins at 8:30 p.m. at the beach with tips for stargazing, followed by night sky viewing through telescopes. For more information call (812) 685-2447.
TELL CITY - An open house to accept donations to help Staci and Brian Henderson of Hawesville, Ky., will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Fifth Third Bank in Tell City.
The couple lost everything in a June 2 house fire. Staci Henderson is the former Staci Powers of Tell City.
Anyone who would like to donate items may do so at this time.
CANNELTON - Cannelton Common Council members will meet at 6 p.m. June 29 to discuss next year's budget. To be conducted in the council room at City Hall, the meeting will be open to the public.
TIPSAW LAKE - The Hoosier National Forest annual Adventures with Nature will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at Tipsaw Lake.
Activities include crafts, games and maple-syrup, rug weaving, pioneer-life and invasive-species demonstrations. Presentations include retrieval dogs, insects, river works, Native American life, furry friends and raptor programs. The gate fee will be reduced to $3 per car and door prizes will be given out every half hour.
For more information call (812) 649-9136 Ext. 5. No pets are allowed at the event.
PERRY COUNTY - Perry County Prosecutor Robert Collins will hold three forums where the public can ask him questions. The first will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Cannelton City Council Chambers, downstairs of the Cannelton Public Library.
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The first part of June marked my third anniversary at The Perry County News and my move to Perry County. I was fresh out of Murray State University when I moved here in late May 2006 and while I worked at my college newspaper, I was eager to start my first "real" journalism job.
After three years, I'm sure there are still plenty of Perry Countians who don't know who I am, but I hope that'll get fixed in the next few years, maybe by the time I retire. Anyway, on to the point of this whole column.
SANTA CLAUS - At least 40 Holiday World & Splashin' Safari guests were treated and released at a Jasper hospital Saturday evening after being exposed to liquid bleach and muriatic acid in the Bahari River area of the water park.
TELL CITY — Tell City rallied twice to try to keep its winning streak going but lost a Diamond League baseball doubleheader to Southridge Thursday.
Those were Tell City's first losses of the summer. Tell City was 5-0 in the league and 7-0 overall after sweeping the Heritage Hills Sluggers Junior Legion team in a non-Diamond League doubleheader Wednesday.
TELL CITY - Franzman Insurance entered Wednesday's Babe Ruth League baseball game tied for first place with Kiwanis, each with three losses.
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A client-server interaction scheme is disclosed and enables content to be retrieved, or a task to be executed, through user instructions embedded in dialog-based user communication with a specialized simulated entity. Generally speaking, the scheme involves communication between a user device having a dialog-based user interface and a communication service provider, the communication typically taking place over some form of a network. In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a user utilizes traditional, dialog-based, person-to-person type interaction to request and receive information from a non-human source. The user interacts with the non-human source in a manner substantially similar to how they would typically interact with another person. The user interactions are analyzed and translated into calls not only for informational content, but also calls for action to be taken on behalf of the user.
1. A computer implemented method for task execution based on dialog-based communication with a communication service, comprising:
receiving dialog from a user, the dialog being directed to a specialized entity;
analyzing the dialog to identify a command; and
performing a task on the user's behalf based on the command.
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a server having a communication service provider implemented thereon;
a client device configured to enable the user to utilize dialog-based communication to interact with a specialized entity through the communication service provider, the communication service provider being configured to support the recognition and execution of a command communicated through the dialog-based communication with the specialized entity, the command being a direction to perform a task on the user's behalf.
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The present invention generally pertains to a method for providing content and/or task-execution services to a user. More particularly, the present invention pertains to a method for providing content and/or task-execution services based on a user's dialog-based communication with a communication service accessed through any of a variety of interfaces.
There are known systems that enable a user to interact with a server to retrieve information, or to remotely perform a task. The typical known system, however, requires a user to utilize specialized software that is maintained on the user's client machine. The software typically operates in association with its own user interface, which is not always user-friendly, and often requires familiarity with a relatively complex collection of specialized command words. As the client-side software is updated or expanded upon, all copies must be updated. If a user purchases a new device, a new copy of the client-side software must be obtained, installed, and in many cases re-configured. The client-side software generally takes up memory space on every device utilized to interact with the server. This use of space is of concern, especially for devices, such as cell phones and mobile computing devices, which can have a relatively limited storage capacity.
In many instances, client-side software utilized to interact with a server varies dramatically from one device to another. For example, the user interface can be significantly inconsistent from one computing device to the next. Presently, it is relatively difficult for a user to efficiently interact with a server to access content, or to remotely perform a task, when the user does not have access to a personal computer. There is a need for a consistent client interface that provides a relatively standard way to interact with a server regardless of the size or mobility of a given computing device.
Finally, it is not uncommon for users to be required to load and interact with multiple user interfaces to accomplish multiple server interactions. For example, a first user interface might be required to pay a bill, a second to retrieve sports-related content, and a third to edit a calendar-based schedule. There is a need for a single intuitive interface that can be utilized to effectuate transactions across multiple applications that would traditionally be accessed through separate and independent user interfaces.
Embodiments of the present invention generally pertain to a client-server interaction scheme that enables content to be retrieved, or a task to be executed, through user instructions embedded in dialog-based user communication with a specialized simulated entity. Generally speaking, the scheme involves communication between a user device having a dialog-based user interface and a communication service provider, the communication typically taking place over some form of a network. In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a user utilizes traditional, dialog-based, person-to-person type interaction to request and receive information from a non-human source. The user interacts with the non-human source in a manner substantially similar to how they would typically interact with another person. The user interactions are analyzed and translated into calls not only for informational content, but also calls for action to be taken on behalf of the user.
I. A Mobile Environment
For the purpose of providing a context for the description of the present invention, a few specific computing system environments within which embodiments of the present invention are applicable will be described. However, the present invention is operational with numerous general purpose or special purpose computing systems, as well as various networked configurations thereof. Examples of well-known computing systems, environments, and/or configurations that are suitable to accommodate embodiments of the present invention include, but are not limited to, personal computers, server computers, hand-held or laptop devices, multiprocessor systems, microprocessor-based systems, set top boxes, programmable consumer electronics, network PCs, minicomputers, mainframe computers, telephone systems, distributed computing environments that include any of the above systems or devices, and any networked configurations thereof.
Further, the present invention may be described in the general context of computer-executable instructions, such as program modules, being executed by a computer. Generally, program modules include routines, programs, objects, components, data structures, etc. that perform particular tasks or implement particular abstract data types. The invention may also be practiced in distributed computing environments where tasks are performed by a remote processing devices that are linked through a communications network. In a distributed computing environment, program modules may be located in local and/or remote storage media including memory storage devices.
Referring to mobile device 12, memory 58 is preferably implemented as non-volatile electronic memory such as random access memory (RAM) with a battery back-up module (not shown) such that information stored in memory 58 is not lost when the general power to mobile device 12 is shut down. A portion of memory 58 is illustratively allocated as addressable memory for program execution, while another portion of memory 58 is optionally used for storage, such as to simulate storage on a disc drive. Memory 58 includes operating system 64, as well as one or more application programs 16 and corresponding memory structure 20. Application programs 16 may illustratively include a program (e.g., a GPS program) that is configured to identify a location of mobile device 12, such as location within a geographical coordinate system (e.g., latitude/longitude coordinates).
Operating system 64 is executed during operation by processor 56 from memory 58. The operating system 64 implements features that can be utilized by application programs 16 through a set of exposed application programming interfaces and methods. I/O components 60, in one embodiment, are provided to facilitate input and output operations in association with a user of mobile device 12. I/O components 60 for various embodiments of mobile device 12 can include input components such as buttons and touch sensors, as well as output components such as a display, a speaker, and/or a printer port. Other I/O components are conceivable and within the scope of the present invention.
Communication link 26 can be any of a variety of known suitable communication interfaces. The function of link 26 is generally to enable communication with communication service provider 14 through network 27. Network 27 can be any of a variety of known communications networks including but not limited to the Internet and a cellular communications network. Memory 58 includes a set of communication drivers 66 that interact with communication link 26, and that translate data to and from the appropriate communication protocol necessary to enable communication across the link 26 through network 27.
In one illustrative embodiment of the present invention, application programs 16 include one or more dialog-based communication programs such as, but not limited to an email application, an instant messaging application and/or an SMS (Short Message Service) application. Communication service provider 14 is configured to support the dialog-based communication programs as they are executed by a user of mobile device 12. The dialog-based communication programs enable a user of mobile device 12 to communicate with at least one other individual through a dialog-based interface (e.g., an email interface, a chat message interface, etc.) As will be explained in detail in relation to other Figures, in accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a user of device 12 communicates with a computer simulated "person" through dialog-based communication. Through this dialog-based communication, the user of device 12 makes calls to server subsystem 29 for specialized content and/or action to be carried out. In this manner, the simulated "person" essentially can deliver requested content to the user and/or perform tasks on behalf of the user.
Application programs 16 may also include Personal Information Manager (PIM) programs, which support, for example, electronic mail messaging, scheduling, calendering, personal accounting, automatic bill paying, etc. Of course, application programs 16 can include other applications configured to support any of a wide variety of other program features, such as task lists and personalized address books, to name a few. Memory 20 is configured to store a plurality of individual records or objects, each comprising a plurality of fields or properties related to application programs 16.
Application programs 28 can include any of a variety of conventional features and functions. Application programs 28 include programs designed to support programs 16 such as a server-side email program, an instant messaging program and/or an SMS program. Application programs 28 can also include programs designed to be remotely utilized by an operator of mobile device 12 to manage personal data. Such programs can include PIM programs, which support, for example, electronic mail messaging, scheduling, calendaring, personal accounting and financing, task listing, address booking, making travel arrangements, automatic bill paying, etc. Of course, application programs 28 can include other applications configured to support any of a wide variety of other program features.
In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, when a user of mobile device 12 interacts with a simulated "person" as described above, server subsystem 29 is directed to interact with a PIM program, or other program remotely accessed or in programs 28 or 16, on the user's behalf. In this manner, the simulated "person" essentially enables the user to perform a program task without directly accessing the program's particular user interface. The simulated person can perform any of a variety of functions for the user, such as adding a date to a calendar, canceling a flight reservation, paying a bill, etc. Memory 32 is configured to store a plurality of individual records or objects, each comprising a plurality of fields or properties related to the application programs. A user can interact with the simulated "person" to have server subsystem 29 deliver content to device 12. The content delivered to the user through device 12 may be the user's data stored in memory 32, or may be content that originates from a third-party source (e.g., ESPN, MSNBC, etc.). These simulated "person" systems will be described below in detail in relation to other Figures.
Communication service provider 14 and mobile device 12 communicate with each other through two-way communication links 26 and 38. Communication links 26 and 38 are illustratively commercially available communication links that implement a suitable communications protocol. For example, in a direct connection embodiment, mobile device 12 is connected to communication service provider 14 with a physical cable that communicates utilizing a serial communication protocol. Other communication mechanisms are also contemplated by the present invention, such as but not limited to infra-red (IR) communication, direct modem communication, remote dial-up-networking communication, communication through commercially available network cards (e.g., using TCP/IP), remote access services (RAS), wireless modem communication, wireless cellular digital packet data (CDPD), wireless Bluetooth™ communication, FireWire communication, or any other suitable communication mechanism or means. Although the communication links are shown as being internal to mobile device 12 and communication service provider 14, those skilled in the art will recognize that at least portions of the communication links may exist outside of the devices.
It should be noted that devices 12 and 14 are only examples of devices suitable to support the present invention and are not intended to suggest any limitation as to the scope of use or functionality of the present invention. Neither should devices 12 and 14 be interpreted as having any dependency or requirement relating to any one or combination of components illustrated in
II. A Personal Computer Environment
Components of computer 110 may include, but are not limited to, a processing unit 120, a system memory 130, and a system bus 121 that couples various system components including the system memory to the processing unit 120. The system bus 121 may be any of several types of bus structures including a memory bus or memory controller, a peripheral bus, and a local bus using any of a variety of bus architectures. By way of example, and not limitation, such architectures include Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) bus, Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) bus, Enhanced ISA (EISA) bus, Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) local bus, and Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) bus also known as Mezzanine bus.
Computer 110 typically includes a variety of computer readable media. Computer readable media can be any available media that can be accessed by computer 110 and includes both volatile and nonvolatile media, removable and non-removable media. By way of example, and not limitation, computer readable media may comprise computer storage media and communication media. Computer storage media includes both volatile and nonvolatile, removable and non-removable media implemented in any method or technology for storage of information such as computer readable instructions, data structures, program modules or other data. Computer storage media includes, but is not limited to, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other memory technology, CD-ROM, digital versatile disks (DVD) or other optical disk storage, magnetic cassettes, magnetic tape, magnetic disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other medium which can be used to store the desired information and which can be accessed by computer 110. Communication media typically embodies computer readable instructions, data structures, program modules or other data in a modulated data signal such as a carrier wave or other transport mechanism and includes any information delivery media. The term "modulated data signal" means a signal that has one or more of its characteristics set or changed in such a manner as to encode information in the signal. By way of example, and not limitation, communication media includes wired media such as a wired network or direct-wired connection, and wireless media such as acoustic, RF, infrared and other wireless media. Combinations of any of the above should also be included within the scope of computer readable media.
The system memory 130 includes computer storage media in the form of volatile and/or nonvolatile memory such as read only memory (ROM) 131 and random access memory (RAM) 132. A basic input/output system 133 (BIOS), containing the basic routines that help to transfer information between elements within computer 110, such as during start-up, is typically stored in ROM 131. RAM 132 typically contains data and/or program modules that are immediately accessible to and/or presently being operated on by processing unit 120. By way of example, and not limitation,
The computer 110 may also include other removable/non-removable volatile/nonvolatile computer storage media. By way of example only,
The drives and their associated computer storage media discussed above and illustrated in
A user may enter commands and information into the computer 110 through input devices such as a keyboard 162, a microphone 163, and a pointing device 161, such as a mouse, trackball or touch pad. Other input devices (not shown) may include a joystick, game pad, satellite dish, scanner, or the like. These and other input devices are often connected to the processing unit 120 through a user input interface 160 that is coupled to the system bus, but may be connected by other interface and bus structures, such as a parallel port, game port or a universal serial bus (USB). A monitor 191 or other type of display device is also connected to the system bus 121 via an interface, such as a video interface 190. In addition to the monitor, computers may also include other peripheral output devices such as speakers 197 and printer 196, which may be connected through an output peripheral interface 195.
The computer 110 may operate in a networked environment using logical connections to one or more remote computers, such as a remote computer 180, which can include mobile device 12. The remote computer 180 may be a personal computer, a hand-held device, a server, a router, a network PC, a peer device or other common network node, and typically includes many or all of the elements described above relative to the computer 110. The logical connections depicted in
When used in a LAN networking environment, the computer 110 is connected to the LAN 171 through a network interface or adapter 170. When used in a WAN networking environment, the computer 110 typically includes a modem 172 or other means for establishing communications over the WAN 173, such as the Internet. The modem 172, which may be internal or external, may be connected to the system bus 121 via the user input interface 160, or other appropriate mechanism. In a networked environment, program modules depicted relative to the computer 110, or portions thereof, may be stored in the remote memory storage device. By way of example, and not limitation,
III. Examples of Mobile Device 12
A mobile device 12 was described in relation to
It should be noted that display 302 will typically be much smaller than a conventional display used with a desktop computer. For example, display 302 may be defined by a matrix of only 240�320 coordinates or 160�160 coordinates, or any other suitable size. It is conceivable that mobile device 12 could be a pager, and in such case, the display may be even smaller than described.
Although not illustrated, the mobile device 12 of
The mobile device 12 of
It should be noted that the specific content illustrated on display 302 is consistent with at least one aspect of the present invention. The content demonstrates an instant messaging conversation between a user of device 12 and a simulated "person". The user is interacting with the simulated person in order to initiate a retrieval of content. The user is effectively utilizing the simulated "person" to instruct server subsystem 29 (
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Another form of dialog-based communication for which phone 12 is configured is traditional speech communication. In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a user of phone 12 can utilize traditional speech communication dialog in association with a specialized phone call system to request content and/or the performance of services. For example, communication service provider 14, which illustratively incorporates the specialized phone call system, is accessed by phone 12 through a conventional or cellular telephone network. The user interacts with a simulated or real person through traditional, dialog-based, telephone speech interaction. The system can also, or alternatively, be configured for interaction with the user based on non-speech input such as, but not limited to, touch-tone item selection, as is known in the art.
It should be noted that devices other than those specifically described herein are possible and within the scope of the present invention. Other examples include tablet PCs and wireless-enabled lap-top computers.
IV. Overview of Dialog-Based Content Retrieval
One aspect of the present invention pertains to the delivery of content to a user based on interaction with a dialog-based interface. Dialog-based interaction is illustratively, though not restricted to, communication that is traditionally associated with person-to-person interactions. Dialog-based interaction includes, but is not limited to, instant message interaction, SMS messaging interaction, other chat-based interaction, email interaction, and telephone speech interaction.
Generally speaking, dialog-based interaction involves communication between a user device having a dialog-based interface and a communication service provider, typically over some form of a network. The communication service provider facilitates dialog-based communication between two users by facilitating communication between a first user device and a second user device. The basic idea is for a first user to use dialog to communicate with a second user.
In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a user utilizes traditional, dialog-based interaction to request and receive information from a non-human source. The user interacts with the non-human source in a manner substantially similar to how they would typically interact with another person. One benefit of such an information retrieval system is that the infrastructure required to support such a dialog-based content retrieval system is essentially limited to the server side. The retrieval system requires little or no changes to be made to client devices and traditional systems for dialog-based interaction.
The precise nature of communication service provider 510 will depend at least upon the nature of a given dialog-based interaction system. For example, instant message interaction will utilize an instant message service provider, as is known in the art. Email interaction will utilize an email transport service provider, as is known in the art. An SMS service provider will be utilized to support SMS interaction, as is known in the art. A specialized call service provider will support conventional telephone interaction, as is known in the art. Communication service provider 510 can illustratively be configured to support any type of dialog-based interaction and even multiple types of dialog-based interactions.
The nature of network 512 is variable and is partially dependent at least upon the nature of a given user device. For example, devices 502, 504 and 506 can be configured to communicate with service provider 510 over most networks including, but not limited to, a wireless network, the Internet, as well as any of the network configurations described in relation to
Communication service provider 510 is illustratively further configured to enable a user of one of devices 502, 504, 506 or 508 to utilize traditional dialog-based interaction to communicate with, and make a request for content to, a non-human source. In accordance with one embodiment, the non-human source appears on an instant message "buddy list" and the user is able to dialog with the non-human source in the same manner that the user would dialog with another person. In accordance with another embodiment, the user is able to participate in a text message dialog with the non-human source. In accordance with another embodiment, the user dialogs with an automated system over telephone 508 in a manner that is similar to how the user would dialog with another person.
In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, in order to identify and fulfill requests for content, communication service provider 510 is configured to analyze messages directed to the non-human source and identify strings that represent commands. An example of an appropriate command language will be discussed below in Section V. identified commands are directed to a content server 516, which is illustratively responsible for compiling the requested content. In accordance with one embodiment, third party content providers 514 are configured to fill requests for content from content server 516 (e.g., XML feeds are supported between provider 514 and server 516).
In accordance with one embodiment, users are allowed access to certain content (e.g., certain content providers, or certain types of content like traffic information, sports score, etc.) on a subscription basis.
In accordance with one embodiment, the content provided to a user is tailored to reflect certain parameters established in a profile maintained for that particular user. For example a request for weather information can be tailored to correspond to the user's city location or zip code. This is but one of many potential examples of a customized response. User profiles can be stored and maintained in many locations within the system but are illustratively stored and maintained with communication service provider 510. The profile might be specifically created to accommodate the dialog-based information retrieval process, or might be an existing profile created primarily for a given dialog interaction scheme (e.g., an instant messenger profile).
In accordance with another embodiment, content server 516 is configured to analyze requests for information over time and automatically construct a user profile for a given user. For example, if a user asks for the weather in Minneapolis four times within a month, then subsequent generic requests for weather will automatically relate to Minneapolis until and unless the user indicates that the assumption is in error. This is but one example of many automatic profile assumptions for which the system can be configured.
In accordance with one embodiment, content server 516 can be configured to tailor responses to requests for information to the particular location from which the request originates. For example, user devices 502, 504 and 506 are illustrated as having an optional geographic locator component (e.g., a GPS application, as is known in the art) stored thereon. The geographic locator component illustratively enables an indication of the location of the associated device to be transmitted, for example, with a dialog-based request for information. As an example of an application of this process, a user dialogs with a non-human source and asks for the weather. The content server collects and returns weather information for the particular location from which the request originated. This is but one example of the many potential applications of a geographic locator program within the framework of the overall system 500.
In accordance with one embodiment, communication service provider 510 can be configured to provide information to a user based on a reading of circumstances rather than in direct and immediate response to a request. For example, a user can illustratively dialog with a non-human source and direct it to provide information if and when an event occurs. For example, a user may instruct that alternate driving direction be provided if and when traffic becomes congested on a particular driving route. This is but one of many examples of information being provided based on a reading of circumstances.
In accordance with one embodiment, content server 516 is configure to provide a response to requests for information in a format appropriate for the device from which the request originated. Alternatively, however, a user can configure the system to provide responses in any format, and even to devices other than that from which a request originated.
The content retrieval system of the present invention is advantageous because the required client-side framework is minimal and existing. Little or no development is required on the client side. As the system is updated or added to, only the server side requires modification. A standard client interface is provided, thereby providing a standard way to access server content. Further, the system enables a user to interact with a content provider while they are at their PC or away from it. The interaction model is based on a human interaction model, which increases user friendliness. A user's input can even be relatively free natural language that is analyzed to glean commands and instructions. The content provider is potentially accessible from multiples interfaces, including chat, voice and email interfaces.
Within system 500, the communication service provider (e.g., an instant messaging service provider, an email transferring service provider, a telephone service provider, etc.) hosts the content server. Within system 600, one or more content providers host the content server. In the latter case, requests for content are directed to an appropriate content server 516 by communication service provider 510. The appropriate content server 516 compiles the information necessary to fulfill the request and forwards it to communication service provider 510 for transfer to the user who made the request.
V. Example of Dialog-Based Content Retrieval
In order to extend the description of the present invention to include additional details, a specific example of the already described dialog-based content retrieval system will now be described. The example will assume dialog-based communication in the particular form of instant messaging communication.
One aspect of the present invention generally pertains to a service that enables content to be transferred to any device that has an instant messaging client on it. It is generally known in the art that instant messaging communications can be initiated by selecting a contact buddy on a buddy list. The content transferred in accordance with the present invention is transferred through user interaction with a specialized buddy on the buddy list. In accordance with one embodiment, the specialized buddy appears to the user as "My Concierge." The service converts user interactions with the specialized buddy into searches, which are utilized to obtain content that is fed to the service (e.g., from various content providers) using XML (or any other suitable means). The service uses key words to recognize the type of requested content. The service generally enables an Internet service provider to deliver content to any device that has an instant messaging client, for example, over SMS, Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), or dedicated client, without having additional client or service side requirements. The content delivery scheme includes a user-friendly, known interface. The scheme is positioned to take full advantage of future instant messaging features, such as voice, video, pictures and location.
A user is able to determine the availability of the service by looking at the status of his or her specialized buddy (e.g., determination is made as to whether "MyConcierge" is online, offline, busy, etc.). Assuming the specialized buddy is available, the user initiates instant message communication with the buddy. Once the conversation starts, the user illustratively asks questions such as "What's up?" or "What is . . . ?". The service converts those questions to searches, and eventually, into content.
In accordance with one embodiment, the service utilizes key words to recognize a type of desired service. For example, "What is?" might signify that access to a knowledge-oriented service (e.g., Encarta by Microsoft Corporation of Redmond, Wash.) is desired. The knowledge-oriented service is assumedly a good source for answering "What is?" type questions. In another example, "Where is?" might signify that access to a geographic-oriented service (e.g., MapPoint by Microsoft) is desired.
In accordance with one embodiment, the service utilizes the existing instant messaging user profile and subsequent personalization to establish commonly used addresses for a specific user, as well as other preferences. The service is also configured to interact with the user through the specialized buddy in instant messaging format to ask personalizing questions such as "Where?" and can suggest response options such as "Home", "Work", or "Other (please enter zip code or city/state)" to collect relevant info in order to customize a response for a given user.
The service can illustratively be configured to use location aware devices and networks, when available, to enable a user to ask questions with a reference to "Here" as a location. The service then retrieves the current user location and provides location aware information.
It should be noted that creation of a new keyword or command is relatively simple because it requires nothing to happen on the client side. Only the server side must be updated to support new, or change, keywords. Users can also illustratively customize, create and assign their own keywords or commands with relative ease. The user's preferences can be saved for them on an individual basis.
In accordance with one embodiment, if a user attempts to access a service (e.g., a map program, a knowledge-oriented program, etc.) for which they are not signed up, the specialized buddy sends the user a link to upsell additional services.
VI. Dialog-Based Task Execution
In addition to providing content through a dialog-based service, the dialog-based service can also be utilized to collect instructions from a user to be executed on behalf of the user.
Accordingly, another aspect of the present invention pertains to task-execution based on interaction with a dialog-based interface. A user utilizes traditional dialog-based interaction to interact with a non-human entity and request execution of a task. The user interacts with the non-human entity in a manner similar to how they would typically interact with another person.
It should be noted that a task-execution system and a content retrieval system can be combined into a single system and presented to a user in a uniform manner. It should be noted that task execution services could be extended to the user on a subscription basis as described in relation to the content retrieval embodiments. Also, user profiles and preferences can be utilized as described to customize the task-execution process. Task execution can be configured to be triggered circumstantially (e.g., pay the bill if it is past May 25, etc.).
Within system 1000, the communication service provider (e.g., an instant messaging service provider, an email transferring service provider, a telephone service provider, etc.) hosts the application server. Within system 1100, one or more user applications host an application server. In the latter case, requests for task-execution are directed to an appropriate application server by communication service provider 510. The appropriate application server arranges for execution of the task. Confirmation of task execution can be forwarded to communication service provider 510 and/or the user. It is to be understood that task-execution can be geographically tailored (e.g., order me a pizza and have it delivered here) in the essentially same manner as was described in relation to content delivery.
It should be noted that email interaction could be utilized to support either of the described content retrieval and task-execution systems. In accordance with one embodiment of such a system, a user sends an email to a simulated entity in order to request content or performance of a task. The email service provider includes infrastructure to analyze the text of the email (e.g., parsing out information) sent to the simulated entity and identify key words or commands, which may or may not be the same key words as utilized in a chat-oriented scenario. The commands are executed as described in relation to other embodiments. Requested content can be transferred to the user through email or otherwise, depending on the user's preferences.
Although the present invention has been described with reference to particular embodiments, workers skilled in the art will recognize that changes may be made in form and detail without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
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It all began with a simple blog post, trying to gage the level of interest in articles about Open Source Software supporting the Amateur Radio community. Well, actually, it started with a conversation in the #linuxjournal IRC room, which became a blog, and a flood of email, in a good way, and then, well, the January 2010 Linux Journal focusing on Amateur Radio and Open Source and then to this, our own little Ham Shack here at the Linux Journal. And while I do not think we will be having an antenna party anytime soon, I look forward to what should be an interesting exchange of ideas, knowledge, tips, tricks and traps on everything that the Open Source Communities of software, hardware and Amateur Radio have to offer.
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Congratulations on unleashing some pent up demand, David. Now I guess maybe I'll go find the rusty old key to the penguin locker under my desk and give my feeble brain yet another path to follow. Seems like it 's time to have some fun again.
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I like that! Might have to do up a presentation on Linux and ARES too. I feel a training session coming soon to an EOC near you.
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I stand up a lot while riding, at least when my speed is below 45. Sometimes on the interstate but only for a few moments.
I passed a state cop yesterday while standing and I know he saw me but he didn't turn around. Anyone know if there is a law on this? It may be different in different states I would assume. Dunno?
I guess this is sort of like the thugs cruising around with the the seats laid all the way back. Although I know i am in much better control that they are.
I asked my neighbor (VSP trooper) that very question. Actually, I asked him to research the Code of VA to find out if it was actually prohibited by code. He replied that as long as the rider has both feet on the pegs, and both hands on the bars, and the action (standing on the pegs) was not careless, or reckless, or determined to be "stunting", then it is lawful.
He also said that as long as you're not acting like a squid (his term), nobody will ever bother you. (I'm not so sure about that part... some guys are looking for any reasonable suspicion to make a traffic stop).
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PHILADELPHIA - SEPTEMBER 02: Trevard Lindley and Macho Harris of the Philadelphia Eagles take down Santonio Holmes of the New York Jets in a preseason game at Lincoln Financial Field on September 2, 2010 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
JETS wide receiver Santonio Holmes (above) celebrated the convincing victory over the Buffalo Bills with his teammate, tight end Jeff Cumberland, at Juliet Supper Club late after Sunday???s game. They took over the club with two separate tables and a gaggle of friends. A spy said they entered the venue with their respective entourages at 1 on Monday morning and left at 3:30 a.m. Holmes, who was crucial to the Jets??? win, was toasted with Ciroc vodka.
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Lebron went to Instagram with a message for Lil Wayne and anyone else who is trying to rain on the Heat's parade. Instead of coming out and saying it, he let the message speak for itself. It wasn't quite as good as Ray Lewis "No Weapon" sermons, but the point is pretty simple. When you are the King, people are going to try to knock you off your thrown. Best thing is to ignore Lil Wayne and anyone else who are throwing shots. Lebron, Wade, Bosh and their ladies for that matter, should just keep doing what they are doing. That would be the best defense against any attack. Winning always shuts people up.
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Hip-hop artist UnLearn has released "The Bad Dream EP." The 8 track project, presented by Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes, is now available for download. The mixtape features UnLearn with an appearance by Jazmine Sullivan.
UnLearn is an emcee, poet, actor, and activist from Washington Heights, New York. He is known for his ability to grab listeners attention with a delivery inspired by messages of deep lyrical content. Using his experiences coupled with situations in urban America, he articulates the emotions, triumphs, and tragedies of the American Dream into his music.
Since high school, UnLearn has participated in talent shows, open mics, live performances, and has sat in late night studio sessions with artists like Fat Joe and the late Big Pun. In 2003, he joined the Lyricist Lounge Club Tour where he opened for the group Boot Camp Click, Young Bloodz, Dead Prez, Killa Mike, Killa Priest, and Big Daddy Kane.
In 2005, he moved to the Bay Area, California after being evicted from his New York apartment. This experience allowed him to develop a new maturity in his music. During this time, he released the mixtape "Confessions of A Dangerous Mind" which defined UnLearn's sound and led to him being featured in hip-hop magazines and blogs.
To date, UnLearn has worked with Skyzoo, Sir Michael Rocks of The Cool Kids, Sha Stimuli, Domingo, Wordsmith, and Donny Goines. He has a weekly podcast, social network ItzAllAHustle, and urban alternative news website. UnLearn wants to create his own niche in hip-hop as the next great thinker. His brand is built based on combining the thoughts of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King with Tupac, Nas, and KRS-One.
UnLearn will be releasing his debut album "The Wake Up Call" sometime this year. He has released several singles off the album including "Hunger Games (Black Hoodie Rap)" and "Somebody/Someone" which are both available on iTunes. Keep up with all UnLearn updates by following him on Twitter.
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Kramer takes on a hot, unwieldy topic in Crossing Over -- the dream that immigrants have of U.S. citizenship and the nightmare of achieving it, especially with shortcuts. I'm sure Kramer will be picked to pieces for trying something while Hollywood crap climbs the box office ladder. There are all kinds of nightmares. show more
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There is undoubtedly a good movie in the varied experiences of American newcomers. But it would need to involve sagas more urgent and more original. show more
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It was a powerful, moving story about our country\'s immigrqation policies, which on the one hand have to be in place for security purposes, and the human trajedy of enforcment in some ************* when families are split/ripped apart.; ie the deportation of one parent and one sibling to Iraq, never to see her two siblings or her father agai And the crushing ending when the young mother who was deported by Harrison Ford, who then finds her son and brings him to his grandparents in Mexico; all the while trying to re-unite mother and son, only to find out she died trying to cross the desert and sneak into the nUS on foot. My maternal grandparents were Italian immigrants who couldn\'t read, write, or speak English when they arrived on Ellis Island, but made the most of their opportunities and earned their respect based on hard work, familal values (11 kids to work the fileds). You coukld appreciate thendpt mof Homeland \'security\'s perspoective, and how some of the immigrants needed to be sent back. I thought it was awesome. Charlie Boyd
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Review: Morpheus Photo Animation Suite
Take a photo and alter it for fun or profit! (October 31st, 2007)
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Product Manufacturer: Morpheus Software, LLC.
Price: $49.99 US
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- Easy to use. Powerful program for the price. Universal application.
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- Some graphic glitches. Would not import some photos.
Morpheus Photo Animation Suite is a compilation of three products: Morpheus Photo Morpher, Morpheus Photo Warper, and Morpheus Photo Mixer. The application suite lets you combine two photographs, create morphing animations between a series of images, and exaggerate or alter the features of a photograph. It is reminiscent of Kai's Power Goo from a few years back.
Morpheus WizardThe application starts with an easy to understand Morpheus Wizard window. It lets you pick the type of photo edit you want to try. The wizard is the easiest way to start, because the menus are a bit intimidating at first, until you learn the terms that Morpheus uses. I experienced one Wizard glitch where the preview window didn't show the photo colors correctly. Once I moved on, the images were fine and ready to be morphed.
Easy to Understand InterfaceThe layout is similar for each of the three types of project. So, it is easy to understand all of them once you learn how the program works. Having used photo-morphing software previously, it was easy for me to figure out the interface and method. New users can read the steps on a small text window that accompanies your project.
By placing color-coded dots on either of the images, and moving them to the desired position, you instruct the program what you want to move where. For example, when morphing two different faces together, you would match up all of the facial features so that you don't get a nose morphing into an eye, unless that's what you want to do.
Once you like what the preview window shows, rendering the image is quick and easy. A slider bar in the preview area lets you change the degree you would like to morph or mix the photos. If you are making a morph animation, the rendering time depends on the format you choose, how many frames are included, and what kind of compression you want to apply.
The OutputMy final images rendered well, but included some minor hiccups that existed because I didn't spend a lot of time placing and moving the dots. In one instance, one of the photos drew at the wrong dimensions. My animations turned out well. One bit of advice for your animations: If you want to make an animated GIF file, it is best to use a similarly colored background for your subjects, because GIF files are only capable of 256 colors. I found the resulting gradient between two different colored backgrounds was messy looking.
Photo WarpWarping a photo works similarly to what you see in the Photo Booth distorting effects, except you decide where the distortions happen and to what extent. This is fun for families who want to send silly holiday greetings or in marketing to make caricatures for advertisements.
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SummaryOverall, Morpheus Photo Animation Suite is fun to create a variety of pictures. For basic users, it is straightforward to use. For those who desire more functionality, the application has an advanced mode that enables many different functions for fine-tuning the output of the animation or blend. How practical the application is depends on the person using it, but I feel that it is worth the price based on the feature-set and that it is quite approachable.
Requirements: Mac OS X 10.3.9, 400MHz G4+ or Intel, 256MB RAM. Most of the tests were completed on an Intel 20" 2.16GHz iMac in Mac OS X 10.4.10. The software functioned well on an Intel 24" 2.3GHz iMac in Leopard also. It seemed to choke a bit on a G4 1.67GHz PowerBook.


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The Pittsburgh Steelers wrapped up their practice preparations on Friday for their Sunday road game against the Dallas Cowboys and the Friday injury report is now out. Pretty much as expected, cornerback Cortez Allen (groin) did not practice on Friday and he was listed as doubtful as a result. Allen injured his groin last week in the loss to the San Diego Chargers and is expected to be one of the seven inactive players on Sunday. With both Allen and cornerback Ike Taylor (ankle) sidelined, cornerbacks Curtis Brown and Josh Victorian are expected to see a lot of playing time against the Cowboys Read more [...]
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