Abstract: A method and an apparatus for recognizing characters using an image are provided. A camera is activated according to a character recognition request and a preview mode is set for displaying an image photographed through the camera in real time. An auto focus of the camera is controlled and an image having a predetermined level of clarity is obtained for character recognition from the images obtained in the preview mode. The image for character recognition is character-recognition-processed so as to extract recognition result data. A final recognition character row is drawn that excludes non-character data from the recognition result data. A first word is combined including at least one character of the final recognition character row and a predetermined maximum number of characters. A dictionary database that stores dictionary information on various languages using the first word is searched, so as to provide the user with the corresponding word.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for recognizing characters using an image are provided. A camera is activated according to a character recognition request and a preview mode is set for displaying an image photographed through the camera in real time. An auto focus of the camera is controlled and an image having a predetermined level of clarity is obtained for character recognition from the images obtained in the preview mode. The image for character recognition is character-recognition-processed so as to extract recognition result data. A final recognition character row is drawn that excludes non-character data from the recognition result data. A first word is combined including at least one character of the final recognition character row and a predetermined maximum number of characters. A dictionary database that stores dictionary information on various languages using the first word is searched, so as to provide the user with the corresponding word.

Abstract: There is provided a single-stage forward-flyback converter capable of increasing power factor and power conversion efficiency while performing power factor correction and constant current control in a single-stage circuit. The converter includes: a power converting unit including a transformer having a primary winding receiving input power and a secondary winding magnetically coupled to the primary winding to receive power induced thereto, and converting the input power in a forward scheme and a flyback scheme; a balancing unit maintaining balance between a power level by the forward scheme of the power converting unit and a power level by the flyback scheme thereof; and a path providing unit clamping the power by the forward scheme of the power converting unit and the power by the flyback scheme thereof to provide a power transfer path, wherein the power converting unit selectively operates the forward scheme according to a voltage level of input power.

Abstract: There are provided a single stage forward-flyback converter, and a power supply apparatus capable of increasing power factor correction and power conversion efficiency. The single stage forward-flyback converter includes: a forward converter unit including a transformer having a primary winding receiving input power and a first secondary winding magnetically coupled to the primary winding to receive power induced thereto, and converting the power in a forward scheme; and a flyback converter unit sharing the transformer, including a second secondary winding, and converting the power in a flyback scheme, wherein the forward converter unit is selectively operated according to a voltage level of the input power.

Abstract: A method is provided for automatically adjusting a size of characters using a camera. The method includes receiving an image with characters; adjusting a focus of the image with characters and detecting a region and a size of characters in the image; determining whether the size of the characters in the image falls within a preset range; recognizing the characters in the image and displaying the recognition results, if the size of the characters falls within the preset range; and automatically adjusting a zoom ratio of the image and recognizing the characters in the resized image, if the size of the characters does not fall within the preset range.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for recognizing characters using an image are provided. A camera is activated according to a character recognition request and a preview mode is set for displaying an image photographed through the camera in real time. An auto focus of the camera is controlled and an image having a predetermined level of clarity is obtained for character recognition from the images obtained in the preview mode. The image for character recognition is character-recognition-processed so as to extract recognition result data. A final recognition character row is drawn that excludes non-character data from the recognition result data. A first word is combined including at least one character of the final recognition character row and a predetermined maximum number of characters. A dictionary database that stores dictionary information on various languages using the first word is searched, so as to provide the user with the corresponding word.

Abstract: A stacked semiconductor package having through electrodes that exhibit a reduced leakage current and a method of making the same are presented. The stacked semiconductor package includes a semiconductor chip, through-holes, and a current leakage prevention layer. The semiconductor chip has opposing first and second surfaces. The through-holes pass entirely through the semiconductor chip and are exposed at the first and second surfaces. A polarized part is formed on at least one of the first and second surfaces of the semiconductor chip. The through-electrodes are disposed within the through-holes. The current leakage prevention layer covers the polarized part and exposes ends of the through-electrodes.

Abstract: A method, medium, and apparatus measuring biological signals using a multi-electrode module, with a lead search method. An apparatus for measuring biological signals by using a multi-electrode module, includes a multi-electrode module having a non-conductive patch and a sensor array including a ground electrode and a plurality of individual electrodes, an electrode selection unit selecting a plurality of electrode pairs including a reference electrode and a measurement electrode from the plurality of individual electrodes depending on a type of the biological signal to be measured, and a signal processing unit for obtaining the biological signals from the plurality of electrode pairs.

Abstract: A method is provided for automatically adjusting a size of characters using a camera. The method includes receiving an image with characters; adjusting a focus of the image with characters and detecting a region and a size of characters in the image; determining whether the size of the characters in the image falls within a preset range; recognizing the characters in the image and displaying the recognition results, if the size of characters falls within the preset range; and automatically adjusting a zoom ratio of the image and recognizing the characters in the resized image, if the size of the characters does not fall within the preset range.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for recognizing characters using an image are provided. A camera is activated according to a character recognition request and a preview mode is set for displaying an image photographed through the camera in real time. An auto focus of the camera is controlled and an image having a predetermined level of clarity is obtained for character recognition from the images obtained in the preview mode. The image for character recognition is character-recognition-processed so as to extract recognition result data. A final recognition character row is drawn that excludes non-character data from the recognition result data. A first word is combined including at least one character of the final recognition character row and a predetermined maximum number of characters. A dictionary database that stores dictionary information on various languages using the first word is searched, so as to provide the user with the corresponding word.

Abstract: An image reconstruction system, apparatus, and method employing a non-sequential scanning scheme using real-time feedback are provided. A projection information generating unit is configured to generate at least one piece of projection information by the X-ray irradiated to the object in the at least one viewpoint. A projection information comparing unit is configured to compare predicted intermediate projection information with measured intermediate projection information from the generated projection information. The predicted intermediate projection information is predicted from pieces of projection information generated from different viewpoints, and the measured intermediate projection information is measured in an intermediate viewpoint corresponding to the predicted intermediate projection information. A determining unit is configured to determine whether to irradiate the X-ray to the object in an additional viewpoint.

Abstract: A combined memory block includes a first memory unit configured to store data and an additional memory unit that forms a stacked structure with the memory unit, wherein the memory unit and the storage unit together form multi-level cells having variable resistance in storing data.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and an apparatus for recognizing characters using an image. A camera is activated according to a character recognition request and a preview mode is set for displaying an image photographed through the camera in real time. An auto focus of the camera is controlled and an image having a predetermined level of clarity is obtained for character recognition from the images obtained in the preview mode. The image for character recognition is character-recognition-processed so as to extract recognition result data. A final recognition character row is drawn that excludes non-character data from the recognition result data. A first word is combined including at least one character of the final recognition character row and a predetermined maximum number of characters. A dictionary database that stores dictionary information on various languages using the first word is searched, so as to provide the user with the corresponding word.

Abstract: Provided is a depth image generating apparatus. The depth image generating apparatus may include a filtering unit, a modulation unit, and a sensing unit. The filtering unit may band pass filter an infrared light of a first wavelength band among infrared lights received from an object. The modulation unit may modulate the infrared light of the first wavelength band to an infrared light of a second wavelength band. The sensing unit may generate an electrical signal by sensing the modulated infrared light of the second wavelength band.

Abstract: An antenna apparatus for a portable terminal which is light, thin, compact, and small. The antenna apparatus preferably includes a main board equipped with a power feeding part for feeding power and a ground surface for grounding the main board and at least one sub-board, each sub-board which has a ground surface and electrically communicates with the main board, wherein the ground surface of each sub-board receives power from the power feeding part of the main board and resonates.

Abstract: A stacked semiconductor package having through electrodes that exhibit a reduced leakage current and a method of making the same are presented. The stacked semiconductor package includes a semiconductor chip, through-holes, and a current leakage prevention layer. The semiconductor chip has opposing first and second surfaces. The through-holes pass entirely through the semiconductor chip and are exposed at the first and second surfaces. A polarized part is formed on at least one of the first and second surfaces of the semiconductor chip. The through-electrodes are disposed within the through-holes. The current leakage prevention layer covers the polarized part and exposes ends of the through-electrodes.

Abstract: Provided is an apparatus and method for expressing an accuracy of a measured location of a terminal. The apparatus may include a storage unit to store accuracy information used for indicating an accuracy of a measured location corresponding to each of possible locations of the terminal. The apparatus may include a location information obtainment unit to obtain information associated with a location of the terminal. The apparatus may include a controller to express an accuracy of a measured location in the location of the terminal or an accuracy of a measured location in an area comprising the location of the terminal, based on the accuracy information.

Abstract: A method of generating a map in a wireless network including a target device, at least two peripheral devices, and a terminal is provided. The target device may obtain relative location information of the at least two peripheral devices with respect to the target device, generate a local map of the target device based on the obtained relative location information, and share information associated with the local map of the target device with the at least two peripheral devices. The target device may further generate a reference map with respect to the target device and the at least two peripheral devices using the local map of the target device and local maps of the at least two peripheral devices, and provide, to the terminal, information associated with the reference map.

Abstract: Provided are a method for configuring a three-dimensional (3D) input device, a method for reconfiguring the 3D input device, a method for recognizing wearing of the 3D input device, and an apparatus for the same. The method of configuring a three-dimensional (3D) input device, which performs information input operations using a finger device that is worn by a user and senses the user's finger movement, includes recognizing whether the user is wearing the finger device and recognizing the finger positions of the device, and adaptively configuring the 3D input device based on the recognition results. Thus, it is possible to implement a user-friendly 3D input device by automatically or manually configuring the 3D input device.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for providing a bookmark service in a communication terminal are provided. The method includes accessing a website, determining whether a favicon exists in the accessed website, and when the favicon exists in the website, setting the favicon as a bookmark of the website.