Abstract: A method and apparatus for encoding audio data and a method and apparatus for decoding audio data, which can generate and decode, respectively, scalable lossless streams and which can shorten the time necessary to generate and decode lossless streams. A lossy-core encoder unit performs lossy compression on an input audio signal, generating a core stream. A simplified lossy-core decoding unit decodes only spectral signals of a specified band, e.g., a lower frequency band to generate a lossy decoded audio signal. A subtracter subtracts a lossy decoded audio signal from the input audio signal delayed to generate a residual signal. A rounding-off unit performs a process of rounding off the number of bits constituting the residual signal. A lossless-enhance encoder unit performs lossless compression on the residual signal to generate an enhanced stream. A stream-combining unit combines the core stream and the enhanced stream to generate a scalable lossless stream.

Abstract: A rotational sensor includes a detection element accommodated in a case and detecting a rotational motion of a rotor located outside the case to output a rotational signal, a terminal physically and electrically connected to the detection element, a connecting member electrically connected to the terminal to output the rotational signal from the terminal outside the rotational sensor and an elastic body fitted into the case by press-fitting and through which the terminal is inserted.

Abstract: The duct comprises the upper member and the lower member, which are formed separately and assembled integrally by being attached to one another. There is provided the seal member to interconnect the opening at the lower member and the intercooler, which is pressed against the upper face of the intercooler. The front side of the lower member is supported at the shroud panel, and the rear side of the upper panel is supported at the cowl panel. Thus, the rear attachment portion is detached earlier than the front attachment portion at the pedestrian's hit. Accordingly, the duct can be split surely and the engine hood can be allowed to be properly deformed without being prevented, so that the protection of the head of pedestrians can be attained properly.

Abstract: A rotational sensor includes a detection element accommodated in a case, a terminal electrically connected to the detection element, and an elastic body fitted into the case by means of press fit and through which the terminal is inserted.

Abstract: A data processing apparatus and method in which spectral characteristic information and waveform characteristic information within a time area are detected from inputted audio data and the detected spectral characteristic information and waveform characteristic information are recorded together with information indicating a correspondence relationship with the audio data. As a result, an efficient search can be achieved when searching audio data.

Abstract: Polyisocyanates having oxadiazinetrione rings obtained by reacting bis(isocyanatomethyl)cyclohexane, an oligomer thereof, an adduct thereof or a mixture of them with carbon dioxide. Said polyisocyanates have excellent properties as raw materials for the production of polyurethanes, because of their higher reactivity at lower temperature and better storage stability.

Abstract: Isocyanate composition which is superior in stability and reactivity, wherein at least one additive selected from the group consisting of peroxides, sulfur, polysulfides, metal sulfides and halogens is added to a reaction product of organic isocyanate and carbon dioxide in an amount of 0.001 to 10% by weight based on the starting isocyanate.

Abstract: Calcium cis-epoxysuccinate whose average particle size is not larger than 100 micron is converted into calcium L(+)-tartarate by a microorganism in a high concentration and in a better yield. This process is accelerated in the presence of a nonionic type surfactant of the medium.

Abstract: Calcium cis-epoxysuccinate is converted into calcium L(+)-tartarate by a microorganism in a high concentration and is a better yield. This process is accelerated in the presence of a nonionic type surfactant of the medium.

Abstract: L(+)-tartaric acid is produced in a high efficiency from cis-epoxysuccinic acid by a microorganism belonging to the genus Pseudomonas, Agrobacterium or Rhizobium.