Abstract: In one implementation, we propose a block-based end-to-end image and video compression method that takes non-overlapping or overlapping split blocks of input images or frames of videos as input. Then, the proposed decoder network reconstructs non-overlapped split blocks of the input. We also introduce an intra prediction method to reduce spatial redundancy in the latent space, i.e., one or more previously decoded latent tensors from neighboring blocks are used as references to predict the current block's latent tensor. Additionally, the decoder can selectively complete the pixel reconstruction process for decoded latent blocks without causing any error drift to neighboring blocks since the prediction is made in the latent space. Enabling and disabling the pixel reconstruction can be signaled by the encoder as metadata in the bitstream or decided at the decoding stage using a computer vision task.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for encoding/decoding an image or a video using neural network are disclosed. In some embodiments, side-information is decoded from a bitstream that allows for adapting a first neural network-based decoder, the decoded side-information and coded data representative of an image or a video obtained from the bitstream or a separate bitstream are provided as inputs to the first neural-network-based decoder and a reconstructed image or video is obtained from an output of the first neural network-based decoder.

Abstract: Video encoding and decoding is implemented with auto encoders using luminance information to derive motion information for chrominance prediction. In one embodiment conditional convolutions are used to encode motion flow information. A current condition, for example, GOP structure, is used as input to a succession of fully connected layers to implement the conditional convolution. In a related embodiment, more than one reference frame is used to encode motion flow information.

Abstract: Video encoding and decoding is implemented with auto encoders using luminance information to derive motion information for chrominance prediction. In one embodiment YUV 4:2:0 video is encoded and decoded in which luminance information is downsampled to generate predictions from chrominance components of a reference frame. In a related embodiment, more than one reference frame is used for predictions. In another embodiment, convolutions and transpose convolutions implement derivation of motion information.

Abstract: A processing module, or connector, adapts an output of a codec, or a decoded output, to a form suitable for an alternate task. In one embodiment, the output of a codec is used for a machine task and the connector adapts this output to a form suitable for a video display. In another embodiment, metadata accompanies the codec output, which can instruct the connector how to adapt the codec output for an alternate task. In other embodiments, the processing module performs averaging over a N×M window, or convolution.

Abstract: A system for converting image data from standard dynamic range (SDR) format to a high dynamic range (HDR) format involves partitioning input data representing a SDR image into a plurality of portions of data, wherein each portion represents a respective one of a plurality of SDR patches of the SDR image and each of the plurality of SDR patches covers a portion of the SDR image and the set of the plurality of SDR patches fully covers the SDR image; processing each of the plurality of SDR patches through a deep learning autoencoder responsive to a plurality of model weights representing a model of SDR to HDR conversion to produce a respective plurality of estimated HDR patches; and stitching the estimated HDR patches together to form a HDR image version of the SDR image.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.

Abstract: A point of sale computer system that allows a customer to select and consummate a sale himself. The system may include graphics storage media configured to store two- and three-dimensional graphics data relating to the sale, as well as business rules storage media, configured to store business rules that specify the graphics that should be displayed during the selection and consummation process based on input received from the customer. The technology allows a presentation to be made to the customer that is entertaining and that maintains the attention of the customer throughout the sale selection and consummation process.