Abstract: A system for generating a storage-efficient data structure representing a plurality of inter-related data tables and adapted for use in data processing. The system configured to receive input data and generate a graph database having edges and vertices. Each inter-related data table of a plurality of inter-related data tables is received as input data and defines a corresponding vertex of the vertices. The edges defining pairwise relationships between the vertices based on one or more common elements of a corresponding pair of data tables. A reduced graph database is generated, as well as its connected-components. A partition defined by an equivalence relation on the graph database is used to generate the reduced graph database. Each set of the plurality of sets of the partition is represented by a single vertex of the corresponding set. An output data structure indicative of the connected-components, or additionally or alternatively, the irreducible generators, is generated.

Abstract: A system for parallel photonic computation, preferably including one or more source modules, a plurality of multiplication modules, and a plurality of summation modules. In one embodiment, each multiplication module can include a set of input modulators, a splitter, and a plurality of multiplication banks. Each summation module can include one or more detectors. Each summation module preferably receives an output from multiple multiplication modules and computes the sum of all channels of all the received outputs. A method for parallel photonic computation, preferably including generating input signals, computing products, and computing sums.

Abstract: A system for parallel photonic computation, preferably including one or more source modules, a plurality of multiplication modules, and a plurality of summation modules. In one embodiment, each multiplication module can include a set of input modulators, a splitter, and a plurality of multiplication banks. Each summation module can include one or more detectors. Each summation module preferably receives an output from multiple multiplication modules and computes the sum of all channels of all the received outputs. A method for parallel photonic computation, preferably including generating input signals, computing products, and computing sums.

Abstract: A photonic beamformer is disclosed andh is configured to transmit or receive a plurality of RF input signals from a plurality of antennas. The beamformer receiver includes a plurality of optical modulators, each optical modulator being configured to modulate each of the RF input signals onto an optical carrier, each carrier having a different wavelength. The beamformer receiver also includes a plurality of optical amplifiers, each optical amplifier being configured to vary the optical power of one optical carrier based on a weighting input and generate a weighted optical carrier. The beamformer receiver also includes a plurality of multi-beam optical true-time delays (TTD), each TTD being configured to receive all of the weighted optical carriers and generate a plurality time delayed optical carriers.

Abstract: A photonic beamformer is disclosed and is configured to transmit or receive a plurality of RF input signals from a plurality of antennas. The beamformer receiver includes a plurality of optical modulators, each optical modulator being configured to modulate each of the RF input signals onto an optical carrier, each carrier having a different wavelength. The beamformer receiver also includes a plurality of optical amplifiers, each optical amplifier being configured to vary the optical power of one optical carrier based on a weighting input and generate a weighted optical carrier. The beamformer receiver also includes a plurality of multi-beam optical true-time delays (TTD), each TTD being configured to receive all of the weighted optical carriers and generate a plurality time delayed optical carriers.

Abstract: Techniques for stereoscopic 3D display systems with active shuttered glasses are provided which overcomes the real-world limitations of sample/load & hold displays, resulting in greater overall brightness, while reducing crosstalk between each eye perspective. In some embodiments, a first left-eye perspective frame and a first right-eye frame are determined from image data. A first composite frame of a first type is then created. This first composite frame of the first type comprises one or more left-eye pixel values from the first left-eye frame and one or more right-eye pixel values from the first right-eye frame. The first composite frame of the first type is outputted to the display area. This may also include use of scanning backlight synchronized to loading/hold of display in conjunction with the composite frame.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for a sleeve for use with a phacoemulsification handpiece, the sleeve having a body portion suitable for engaging a handpiece is disclosed. The tip portion of the sleeve may comprise at least one aspiration port and at least one rounded portion which may be suitable for use for surgery of the eye, and, more particularly, for use around the edge of a capsular bag.

Abstract: Techniques for stereoscopic 3D display systems with active shuttered glasses are provided which overcomes the real-world limitations of sample/load & hold displays, resulting in greater overall brightness, while reducing crosstalk between each eye perspective. In some embodiments, a first left-eye perspective frame and a first right-eye frame are determined from image data. A first composite frame of a first type is then created. This first composite frame of the first type comprises one or more left-eye pixel values from the first left-eye frame and one or more right-eye pixel values from the first right-eye frame. The first composite frame of the first type is outputted to the display area. This may also include use of scanning backlight synchronized to loading/hold of display in conjunction with the composite frame.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a diaper structure including two electrode strips, wherein the two electrode strips are disposed inside the diaper at a bottom position thereof and electrically connected to each other when both in contact with urine, and two metal button seats are disposed inside the diaper and are electrically connected to the two electrode strips respectively. Each of the two metal button seats has a first fastening portion disposed on the outside surface of the diaper and fastened with an electrical detection device, so that the two metal button seats are electrically connected to the electrical detection device via the two first fastening portions respectively for enabling the electrical detection device to send out a wetness signal when the two electrode strips are electrically connected to each other due to in contact with urine, thereby urging the caregiver to change the diaper structure immediately.

Abstract: A system and method for automatically establishing TV channels, based on time/date/geographic location/location of the TV within the home either entered manually or using a locater system such as GPS.

Abstract: A system and method for automatically establishing TV channels, based on time/date/geographic location/location of the TV within the home either entered manually or using a locater system such as GPS.

Abstract: A system and method for automatically establishing TV audio/video/closed captioning, based on time/date/geographic location/location of the TV within the home.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling a home entertainment system includes a television having one more peripheral electronic entertainment devices connected thereto. Also, the system includes a single remote control unit for controlling all of the system components. The television, the peripheral devices, and the remote control unit include respective memory slots with which a portable memory media can be engaged. Accordingly, the memory media can be engaged with the television or the peripheral devices so that control commands and user defined preferences are downloaded thereto. Thereafter, the memory can be engaged with the remote control unit so that the control commands and user defined preferences for each component are uploaded thereto. As intended by the present invention, the remote control unit includes a microprocessor for resolving any conflicting command codes or user defined preferences.

Abstract: A system and method for establishing recommended items for purchase or rental at a shopping kiosk, based on TV/DVD/CD etc. viewing profiles. A removable media such as a flash memory device can be inserted into an entertainment device receptacle, and the viewer's subsequent viewing (or listening) habits, including selected programming and related data such as TV program category, title, etc., recorded to establish a profile. The media can be removed and taken to the shopping kiosk, where it is inserted and used by the kiosk to present a list of recommended items for purchase or rental, based on the viewing habit profile of the viewer.

Abstract: A system for sharing media content between peers over a communication medium. Content is authenticated prior to being downloaded, or stored, so that only content from designated peers, or based on other user selected criteria, reaches the user. Typically, content is stored at the destination site on a fixed or removable media prior to user content playback. Users are notified of content receipt, such as by an entry within a programming guide through which convenient user access of content may occur without the need to log onto the Internet or other service. The media content is then played back over a virtual channel that is selected by the user. The functionality of the system may be embodied within a separate unit or incorporated within set-top boxes, television sets, audio systems, gaming systems, personal computer system, or other interconnected electronic devices.

Abstract: A system and method for establishing recommended items for purchase or rental at a shopping kiosk, based on TV/DVD/CD etc. viewing profiles. A removable media such as a flash memory device can be inserted into an entertainment device receptacle, and the viewer's subsequent viewing (or listening) habits, including selected programming and related data such as TV program category, title, etc., recorded to establish a profile. The media can be removed and taken to the shopping kiosk, where it is inserted and used by the kiosk to present a list of recommended items for purchase or rental, based on the viewing habit profile of the viewer.

Abstract: A system and method for configuring and installing devices of a home entertainment system includes a portable memory media that can be installed in a memory slot of a television. The portable memory media can be preprogrammed with set-up instructions that are displayed at the television. A user can follow these instructions step-by-step in order to properly install and configure a television and any peripheral entertainment devices.

Abstract: A system and method for allowing a viewer to easily program a remote control device with the parameters of various home entertainment components such as TVs, VCRs, DVDs, etc. A removable media is inserted into each component, with the remote control parameters or model identification of the component being downloaded to the media. The media is then removed from the component and inserted into the remote control device, which uploads the model data or control parameters so that the remote control device can be used to control the component without requiring a person to manually set or configure, for each component, the “universal” master remote.

Abstract: A system and method for providing on demand information at a display device includes a microprocessor that is connected to a radio data service signal receiver and a display device. The radio signal contains the data source for the on-demand content rather than the display device tuner. The microprocessor causes information from the radio data service signal to be decoded and displayed at the display device when requested by a user.

Abstract: A method, apparatus computer program, and storage medium for storing the computer program for downloading a data program to a computing device are provided. The method comprises the steps of designating a data program; receiving the designated program at a set top box; and transferring the received data program from the set top box to the computing device.