Abstract: In accordance with a first aspect, an improved compression efficiency is achieved by letting a block-wise picture codec support a set of intra-prediction modes according to which the intra-prediction signal for a current block of a picture is determined by applying a set of neighboring samples of the current block onto a neural network. A second aspect of the present application is that, additionally or alternatively to the spending of neural network-based intra-prediction modes, the mode selection may be rendered more effective by the usage of a neural network dedicated to determine a rank or a probability value for each of the set of intra-prediction modes by applying a set of neighboring samples thereonto with the rank or probability value being used for the selection of one intra-prediction mode out of the plurality of intra-prediction modes including or coinciding with the set of intra-prediction modes.

Abstract: In transform coefficient coding, predetermined sets of transforms may be used. Embodiments of the present invention provide an encoder and a decoder for encoding a picture into/from a data stream using block-based prediction and block-based residual coding, the encoder and decoder supporting a set of transforms for the block-based residual coding. The encoder and decoder are configured to determine a transform candidate list of transforms for a current residual block out of the set of transforms based on a height and a width of the current residual block, and to encode/decode a prediction residual within the residual block using one selected transform out of the selectable list of transforms and selectively signal/derive the selected transform in/from the data stream.

Abstract: A Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) system makes use of digital circuitry for synchronizing the sampling of a received radar signal with a transmitted radar signal. The digital synchronization achieves improved waveform reproduction and greater receiver sensitivity. Furthermore, the system employs digital circuitry to control the gain of a receiver amplifier. The digitally controlled gain makes it possible to accurately calibrate the amplitude of received radar signals with great precision while achieving good dynamic range.

Abstract: A method for providing image correlation between the images displayed on a PACS system, the method including the steps of: displaying a first image from a first stack of images and a second image from a second stack of images, each stack of images belonging to a different series of image captures for a subject from a particular orientation; determining a spatial location of each image in the first and second stacks of images; receiving a selection signal for an image in the first stack of images; determining a corresponding image in the second stack of images based on the selection signal and the spatial location of the corresponding image; and, displaying the corresponding image. An apparatus for displaying correlated images based on anatomic triangulation.

Abstract: A method for providing image correlation between the images displayed on a PACS system, the method including the steps of: displaying a first image from a first stack of images and a second image from a second stack of images, each stack of images belonging to a different series of image captures for a subject from a particular orientation; determining a spatial location of each image in the first and second stacks of images; receiving a selection signal for an image in the first stack of images; determining a corresponding image in the second stack of images based on the selection signal and the spatial location of the corresponding image; and, displaying the corresponding image. An apparatus for displaying correlated images based on anatomic triangulation.

Abstract: Polypeptides containing a series of heptad-repeats that mimic a transmembrane domain and a selected cytoplasmic domain attached to the series of heptad repeats are provided which can be used in construction of structural models for evaluating the structure and activity of occupied, clustered and heteromeric transmembrane proteins and identifying therapeutic compounds.

Abstract: Polypeptides containing a series of heptad-repeats that mimic a transmembrane domain and a selected cytoplasmic domain attached to the series of heptad repeats are provided which can be used in construction of structural models for evaluating the structure and activity of occupied, clustered and heteromeric transmembrane proteins and identifying therapeutic compounds.

Abstract: A method of cladding a reduced diameter portion of a cable wherein the reduced diameter portion is created by grinding the external surfaces of the cable. The cladding is placed around the reduced diameter portion of the cable and is likewise reduced in diameter by rolling, hammering, or other external force. In this manner, a cable cladding can be accomplished without adversely effecting the flexibility of the length of cable.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method for depositing an interlining reducing friction and noise on a pitched cable consisting of a metal wire rope with a threaded helix. The preferred method consists in using a thermoplastic filament and raising the pitched cable to a temperature higher than the melting point of the thermoplastic used, and thereupon, winding the filament between the heated threads of the helix so that the flocks or hairs fuse or sinter to the metal wire and adhere.