Abstract: One or more apparatuses comprising at least two thermal image data capture and measuring devices that measure long wave infrared radiation intensity of energy flux on a per pixel basis wherein pixels provide dynamic image data that is transmitted and received between two or more digital devices so that the image data provides at least one captured dynamic image which is correlated with specific exact geographic locations and positions data and facial recognition data and correlated local air quality monitoring index atmospheric data is provided by sensors, and the devices include a lens, an optical system, a photodetector, one or more computerized micro-processors, and a gate that provides a constrained targeted pathway through which at least one person must travel so that dynamic thermal data, position and location data, facial recognition data, and local atmospheric data is measured, transmitted, and received for at least one person moving through the gate.

Abstract: This disclosure describes methods and apparatus for hygiene monitoring in chain restaurants and grocery superstores. Four sub-systems are introduced to take care of different aspects of hygiene in restaurants. One sub-system uses contactless and in-contact temperature sensors installed on appliances to constantly monitor the temperature of working appliances to be in pre-defined range and use an Internet of Things gateways to transmit the data to remote control unit. The system generate an alert or report if the temperature of the appliances falls beyond the predefined range for more than a specific period of time. Another sub-system use a combination of temperature, humidity, UV and gas detectors to monitor the environment to be unsuitable for growth of fungus and bacteria and alert in case of exposure to harmful material and sun radiation. This sub-system also use an Internet of Things gateways to transmit the data to remote control unit.

Abstract: A method for detecting an assistance indicator in a physical consumable usage environment, wherein the method comprises the steps of: detecting an assistance indicator using an electronic control device associated with at least one physical consumable provisioning device; generating an alert based on detection of the assistance indicator; and communicating the alert to a registered device that is associated with the physical consumable provisioning device.

Abstract: Various embodiments provide systems and method for maintaining an exclusion zone data set in relation to monitoring individuals where the maintenance involves both a user attached monitor device and a user detached monitor.

Abstract: Various embodiments provide systems and method for monitoring individuals.

Abstract: A method, an apparatus and a storage medium for evacuating a person around an autonomous vehicle are proposed. The method includes: obtaining data about surrounding of the autonomous vehicle during the driving of the autonomous vehicle; recognizing a person with onlooker intention within a predetermined range around the autonomous vehicle according to the data obtained; evacuating the person with onlooker intention in a predetermined manner. The technical solution may be applied to ensure normal driving of the autonomous vehicle.

Abstract: A method for improving traffic flow at an intersection includes determining spacing data for a plurality of vehicles within traffic lanes that enable the plurality of vehicles to proceed to an intersection from a common direction, determining whether traffic flow proximate to the intersection is hindered due to spacings between the plurality of vehicles, and sending a request to at least one vehicle of the plurality of vehicles to move forward to improve the traffic flow proximate to the intersection. The spacing data may be derived from spacing-related sensor data captured by one or more vehicles of the plurality of vehicles. A corresponding apparatus and computer program product for executing the above method are also disclosed herein.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of the present invention are directed to a system for monitoring, recording, and analyzing driver activity. An exemplary system comprises a sensor module configured to receive data from one or more sensors that measure acceleration or deceleration associated with a vehicle. A stop detection module is configured to receive the sensor module data, process the sensor module data, and determine an abrupt acceleration or deceleration event. A location module is configured to retrieve the location of the vehicle simultaneous with an abrupt acceleration or deceleration event. The system stores the location of the abrupt acceleration or deceleration event in an event record in an event database.

Abstract: Disclosed are devices, systems and methods for managing parking monitoring and enforcement. In one aspect, a method of determining whether a vehicle is present in a parking space includes monitoring the parking space with a first vehicle detection technique utilizing image processing and monitoring the parking space with a second vehicle detection technique that does not utilize image processing. The parking space can be monitored with a third vehicle detection technique that is different than the first and second vehicle detection techniques. A conclusion that a vehicle has entered or left the parking space can be determined upon a agreement of the multiple techniques employed.

Abstract: A traffic signal control system having a program running thereon to monitor and control operations of a traffic light at a road intersection, the traffic signal control system including a storage device to store traffic data regarding a flow of traffic around the traffic light, at least one traffic signal controller to execute the program to adjust a setting of the traffic light based on the traffic data received from the storage device for a heavy traffic street with a plurality of vehicles thereon, such that the at least one traffic signal controller performs at least one of adjusting a red light to a green light and keeping the green light for a predetermined period of time, and at least one traffic management device to execute the program to manage the at least one traffic signal controller and the traffic data received from the storage device.

Abstract: The technology relates to detecting and responding to emergency vehicles. This may include using a plurality of microphones to detect a siren noise corresponding to an emergency vehicle and to estimate a bearing of the emergency vehicle. This estimated bearing is compared to map information to identify a portion of roadway on which the emergency vehicle is traveling. In addition, information identifying a set of objects in the vehicle's environment as well as characteristics of those objects is received from a perception system is used to determine whether one of the set of objects corresponds to the emergency vehicle. How to respond to the emergency vehicle is determined based on the estimated bearing and identified road segments and the determination of whether one of the set of objects corresponds to the emergency vehicle. This determined response is then used to control the vehicle in an autonomous driving mode.

Abstract: A system for an autonomous vehicle that receives driving environment information corresponding to a driving environment provided by another autonomous vehicle, and determines a navigation route based on a degree of reliability of the driving environment information provided by the another autonomous vehicle.

Abstract: The network system triggers registration of the start of a transport journey in response to a communication of a transport user device and a transport provider device with each other, performs a continuous coordinated proximity monitoring to verify the identity of a transport user and a transport provider vehicle, and triggers registration of the end of the transport journey through communication of the transport user device and the transport provider device with each other.

Abstract: Image data is obtained about an area that includes a plurality of sub-areas. One of the sub-areas is selected as a destination sub-area based on the destination sub-area being unoccupied. Then, upon detecting a candidate marker for the destination sub-area, the image data including the candidate marker is provided to a remote computer. A vehicle is operated to a stop in the destination sub-area. Then, upon receiving a message from the remote computer specifying an availability of the destination sub-area based at least on the image data, the vehicle is maintained in the destination sub-area or the vehicle is operated out of the destination sub-area.

Abstract: A device for monitoring an occupancy status of a parking space of a parking area includes a sensor unit for detecting the occupancy status, a near-field communication unit, and a processing unit configured to (a) establish a first wireless data link to a first communication unit of a first external device using the near-field communication unit, (b) receive an activation and/or deactivation command from the external device via the first data link, and (c) activate and/or deactivate the sensor unit upon receipt of the activation and/or deactivation command. The parking area can include the device. Additionally, a system can includes the device and a first external device that includes the first communication unit.

Abstract: A vehicle safety support apparatus includes: a driver monitoring unit configured to monitor a driver; an external environment monitoring unit configured to monitor an external environment of a vehicle; and a control unit configured to: perform a controlled lane keeping function based on data acquired from the driver monitoring unit and the external environment monitoring unit; detecting whether a driver reacts to the controlled lane keeping function; determine a driving control for the vehicle in response to the driver not reacting to the controlled lane keeping function; perform autonomous driving to move the vehicle to a safe area, in response to determining to take over the driving control from the driver.

Abstract: A system and a method for collision avoidance within a monitoring zone includes a first transmitter and receiver apparatus disposed on an industrial truck, a second transmitter and receiver apparatus disposed on a movable object, and at least two stationary positioning apparatuses that are set up for transmitting and receiving electromagnetic signals. A position of the movable object within the monitoring zone is determined. It is determined whether a collision risk exists between the industrial truck and the movable object, and safety measures are initiated if such a collision risk exists. The monitoring zone may include at least one separation zone, wherein no collision risk between the industrial truck and the movable object is determined to exist if the object position is located within the separation zone.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to a vehicle system for an autonomous or semi-autonomous motor vehicle, and a perception system for managing a plurality of interconnected motor vehicles. More specifically, the vehicle system has a control unit for retrieving a relative position of an object in a surrounding environment of the vehicle by means of a sensory system and for retrieving a heading of the motor vehicle. Furthermore, the control unit is configured to receive data from a different motor vehicle comprising the heading of the different motor vehicle and the position of the object relative to the different motor vehicle. The control unit is further configured to translate this external measurement to a local coordinate system in order to add redundancy to the measurement (and thereby accuracy) by utilizing a distributed system approach and therefore reduce the need for adding cost and complexity to each vehicle system in order to achieve increased accuracy.

Abstract: A vehicle dispatch instruction device includes: a memory; and a processor including hardware. The processor is configured to: receive, from a plurality of movable bodies, position information of the movable bodies; receive actual demand information from information communication devices; select, from the plurality of movable bodies, a plurality of candidate movable bodies that are able to be dispatched to a plurality of locations included in the actual demand information; calculate expected travel times of the candidate movable bodies from their current positions to the locations; calculate an expected wait time of each user; determine combinations that minimize the sum of the users' expected wait times out of combinations of the locations and the candidate movable bodies; send a dispatch command to each target movable body; and repeat the selection, the calculation, and the determination at predetermined time intervals.

Abstract: Vehicle brake performance monitoring is provided. The braking capabilities are dynamically learned or otherwise calculated or determined in each vehicle and shared between the vehicles of the platoon. The platoon may be reorganized based on differences between the learned or otherwise calculated or determined relative braking capabilities. Desired gaps between the platooning vehicles may be modified in accordance with the learned or otherwise calculated or determined relative braking capabilities as necessary or desired. During every vehicle stop, the vehicle and axle loads together with information on the time from brake apply to when the vehicle decelerates is monitored and entered as a data point defining the vehicle response delay. The axle loads and the ABS Activation of a wheel end for a given pressure is further selectively used to create another data point. The data points are selectively used to develop overall performance (e.g., quality score) of the brake system.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed toward methods, non-transitory computer-readable media, and systems for trajectory optimization in a high-altitude, long-endurance aircraft. For example, the systems described herein can generate an optimized flight plan for an aircraft during active flight of the aircraft by utilizing a greedy algorithm with buffering. In one or more embodiments, the systems described herein identify a plurality of possible states and select a predetermined number of the top possible states (based on energy change associated with transitioning to each possible state) at each incremental time period within a flight time window starting from an initial state to a plurality of possible states for a final incremental time period. Furthermore, in some embodiments, the systems described herein select a final state based on a final energy associated with the final state and determine a flight plan for the aircraft from the initial state to the selected final state.

Abstract: Real-time identification and provision of preferred flight parameters is provided by obtaining flight data of aircraft flights and classifying the flight data according to categories, acquiring current flight parameters from devices of an aircraft during an in-process flight, comparing the current flight parameters to the classified flight data and identifying, in real-time during the in-process flight, and based on thresholds in correlations between the current flight parameters and the classified flight data, preferred action(s) to take and preferred flight parameter value(s) for the in-process flight given current conditions of the aircraft and surrounding environment as reflected by the current flight parameters, and providing the preferred flight parameter values to computer system(s) of the aircraft.

Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting and representing traffic maneuvers are provided. The method includes receiving traffic information for a neighbor traffic. The method may use the neighbor traffic information to calculate a volume around the neighbor traffic, defined by min max thresholds related to the traffic information. The traffic information is monitored until the default time elapses, to thereby determine a delta latitudinal position, a delta longitudinal position, a delta altitude, a delta pitch, and a delta roll, of the neighbor traffic during the default time; and a traffic maneuver is identified upon the occurrence of one or more of (i) the delta latitudinal position exceeded the maximum latitudinal threshold, (ii) the delta longitudinal position exceeded the maximum longitudinal threshold, and (iii) the delta altitude exceeded the magnitude of the maximum altitude threshold. An enhanced symbolic indicator of the traffic maneuver is rendered on a map image.

Abstract: A method for an automated aircraft landing analysis including: receiving one or more aircraft landing performance parameters for one or more landing phases; determining a landing performance deviation for each of the one or more landing phases in response to the one or more aircraft landing performance parameters; identifying at least one of a system fault, a failure, and a pilot error that could have led to the landing performance deviations for each of the one or more landing phases; developing a fault tree for the landing performance deviations for each of the one or more landing phases; identifying measurable parameters, calculable parameters, inferable parameters, or observable parameters within the fault tree; converting the fault tree into a high level reasoning model using a standard inference methodology; performing a root cause analysis; identifying a root cause of the landing performance deviation; and displaying the root cause of landing performance deviation.

Abstract: A method to manage approaches to a platform (in particular at sea and operated by a helicopter) comprises the steps of receiving initial parameters and determining four particular waypoints (called IAF, IF, FAF and MAP). These flight plan points respectively determine the starting point of the approach procedure, the intermediate point corresponding to the end of the initial alignment and to the start of the capture of the final approach axis, the starting point of the final approach, and the point of decision to terminate the approach or initialize a go-around. Different developments describe different types of approaches that can be achieved by this method, the management of the descent and speed profiles, the management of the safety distances and the management of the display of the piloting instructions. Software and system aspects are described.

Abstract: A method for aiding in the piloting of an aircraft landing on a runway comprises determining current flight conditions of the aircraft, determining a first approach distance using the current flight conditions, determining a current aircraft position and selection of a first point on a cockpit screen that is a function of the current position of the aircraft, selecting a second point in proximity to the landing runway, and controlling the display on the cockpit screen, of a first circular arc centered on the second point and whose radius is a function of the first approach distance, the first circular arc intersecting at a third point with a straight line passing through the first point and through the second point and the length of a part of the first circular arc situated between the third point and a first end of the first circular arc, comprising a predetermined length.

Abstract: A landing zone designation system is provided that includes a master and a slave landing strobes. A detector on an aircraft can detect master and slave optical signals, and a processor can be coupled to the detector to compute placement of the aircraft relative to the master and slave landing strobes. A method is provided for designating a landing zone for an aircraft. The method includes emitting first and second optical signals, where a determination is made whether the aircraft is to land at a first landing zone or a second landing zone depending on a difference between the first optical signal and the second optical signal. A distance to landing within the determined first landing zone or the second landing zone can also be determined.

Abstract: Systems and methods for enabling a pilot to select an automated response to an air traffic conflict alert. In accordance with one embodiment, the system includes updated displays, an updated autoflight mode control panel and high-level software logic in the autopilot, flight director and autothrottle to provide an expedited response. A mode control switch may be optionally included. In accordance with an additional option, the system may be configured to operate in a fully automated state in which the system responds automatically to the air traffic conflict event without needing the pilot to first accept the automated response before its execution.

Abstract: An audio learning system, which is applied to a vehicle and provides a learning content to a user staying in the vehicle in audio manner, includes: a learning element storage unit storing multiple learning elements; an in-vehicle duration estimation unit estimating an in-vehicle duration during which the user is in the vehicle; a learning program generation unit generating one batch of a learning program to be completed within the in-vehicle duration estimated by the in-vehicle duration estimation unit by combining the plurality of learning elements; and an execution unit executing the learning program. When a driving load estimated by a driving load estimation unit is higher than a predetermined load, the learning program generation unit generates the learning program to mainly include the learning elements that have been executed.

Abstract: A method, apparatus and program product utilize an automated educational tool to generate or modify one or more multiple choice questions in a question set in connection with tracking a user's attention state to dynamically vary the difficulty of a user assessment performed by the automated educational tool and thereby encourage the user to pay greater attention to the material being presented to the user.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and systems for user-interface-assisted composition construction. In an embodiment, a plurality of input fields, each having an argument-element type, is presented via a client-side user interface, initially arranged according to a predefined sequence. Textual inputs are received via the input fields, and corresponding argument-building-block elements are responsively presented via the client-side user interface according to a current arrangement on the client-side user interface of the input fields. Each presented argument-building-block element has the same argument-element type and the received textual input of the corresponding user-interface input field.

Abstract: Provided is a virtual experience device for aviation leisure sports, the device including: a main frame configured to form a vertical pillar and having an accommodation space in a region of an inside of the main frame; a bottom frame connected to the main frame and configured to form a bottom surface of the virtual experience device for aviation leisure sports; an upper frame extending from the main frame in a horizontal direction and having an accommodation space in a region of an inside of the upper frame and at least one through hole formed in a bottom surface of the upper frame; side frames installed at both sides of the upper frame and configured to support a load of the upper frame; and at least one roller provided in the accommodation space of the upper frame and configured to change a progression direction of a traction wire connected to a harness that will be put on by a user for a leisure sports aircraft virtual experience, wherein a motor portion for adjusting a usage length of the traction wire is

Abstract: A heavy equipment simulation system for simulating an operation of a heavy equipment vehicle in a virtual environment is described herein. The heavy equipment simulation system includes a support frame, an operator input control assembly coupled to the support frame for receiving input from a user, a motion actuation system coupled to the support frame for adjusting an orientation of the support frame with respect to a ground surface, a display device assembly configure to display the virtual environment including the simulated heavy equipment vehicle, a virtual reality (VR) headset unit adapted to be worn by the user, and a control system.

Abstract: The present concerns systems, methods and computer program products for promoting the mindful consumption of a resource. A method for promoting the mindful consumption of a resource in accordance with one embodiment comprises interacting with a device to enter an initial state, receiving data indicative of a magnitude and direction of acceleration of the device and determining if the received data exceeds a threshold. If the received data exceeds the threshold, the device transitions to a secondary state, causing initiation of a timer. Upon expiration of the timer, the device transitions back to the initial state. According to one embodiment, transitioning from the initial state to the secondary state comprises darkening a first LED, e.g., a green LED, and illuminating a second LED, e.g., a red LED. Likewise transitioning from the secondary state to the initial state may comprise darkening the second LED and illuminating the first LED.

Abstract: Systems and methods to mimic a target food item using artificial intelligence are disclosed. The system can learn from open source and proprietary databases. A prediction model can be trained using features of the source ingredients to match those of the given target food item. A formula comprising a combination of most relevant source ingredients and their proportions can be determined using the trained prediction model. A set of existing recipes can be used as a dataset to train a recurrent neural network (RNN) and/or other suitable models. The RNN can be used to determine a recipe to mimic the target food item. The recipe may comprise a cooking process for the set of ingredients in the formula and can be cooked by a chef. The recipe may be further modified as necessary based on human feedback on sensorial descriptors.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing driver situational awareness recovery training in a virtual reality environment are disclosed. According to some aspects, a virtual reality driving simulation may be determined based on one or more input parameters. The virtual reality driving simulation may include: i) an autonomous vehicle for executing a transition from a first level of vehicle control to a second level of vehicle control, and (ii) a driving scenario for the user to practice situational awareness recovery in response to the transition. The first level requires an automated driving system to monitor the driving environment and control the autonomous vehicle, and the second level requires a human driver to monitor the driving environment and control the autonomous vehicle. While the virtual reality driving simulation is rendered, user performance data may be recorded. Based on an analysis of the user performance data, a driving competency score may be determined.

Abstract: A braille terminal (2) which extends in a transverse direction (6) and which has a plurality of cells (26), wherein each cell (26) has a plurality of pins (28) that can be felt by a user and are arranged in a plurality of columns (32) and a plurality of rows (30), and wherein the cell (26) is designed to represent an individual character, wherein a respective pin (28) can be actuated in each case individually by means of a piezoelectric bending transducer (54), and the piezoelectric bending transducers (54) are secured on a plurality of printed circuit boards (52) has a plurality of modules (4) which are juxtaposed in the transverse direction (6) and which each have a module housing (12), wherein a plurality of cells (26) are integrated in the module (4).

Abstract: A method and an electronic apparatus for displaying reference locations for locating ECG pads and a recording medium using the method are provided. In the method, a body image is retrieved and a skin area in accordance with a skin color in the body image is detected. A feature analysis is performed on the skin area to detect two physical nipples and obtain locations of the two physical nipples in the body image. The relative locations of a plurality of ECG pads to one or two nipples predefined by medical statistics are retrieved to compute reference locations of the ECG pads in the body image according to the locations of the two physical nipples. Finally, the body image is displayed on the display and the reference locations of the ECG pads in the displayed body image are indicated.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods appropriate for use in medical training that include materials that better mimic natural human tissue are disclosed. In one aspect, multi-layer tissue simulations are provided. In another aspect, male genitalia models are provided. In another aspect, abdominal surgical wall inserts are provided. Systems and methods associated with these devices are also provided.

Abstract: A medical simulator of procedures associated with punctures, for simulation and practical training in puncture interventions, the medical simulator comprising a phantom, an intervention device and a processing system in data communication with the phantom and the intervention device, wherein the phantom comprises at least one target structure arranged for the training of the intervention and means for detecting the intervention device, said detection means being in communication of data with the processing system. The intervention device comprises a real puncture instrument that includes sensing means and detection means in data communication with the processing system. The phantom comprises a structure with at least two components, a simulation assembly that simulates the behavior of tissues and anatomical structures, and a base structure that forms the phantom support, wherein the base structure comprises accommodation and fixation means to house and fix the simulation assembly.

Abstract: A secure computation technique of calculating a polynomial in a shorter calculation time is provided. A secure computation system generates concealed text [[u]] of u, which is the result of magnitude comparison between a value x and a random number r, from concealed text [[x]] by using concealed text [[r]]; generates concealed text [[c]] of a mask c from the concealed text [[x]], [[r]], and [[u]]; reconstructs the mask c from the concealed text [[c]]; calculates, for i=0, . . . , n, a coefficient bi from an order n, coefficients a0, a1, . . . , an, and the mask c; generates, for i=1, . . . , n, concealed text [[si]] of a selected value si, which is determined in accordance with the result u of magnitude comparison, from the concealed text; [[u]]; and calculates a linear combination b0+b1[[s1]]+ . . . +bn[[sn]] of the coefficient bi and the concealed text [[si]] as concealed text [[a0+a1x1+ . . . +anxn]].

Abstract: An energy harvesting device and a display device are provided. The energy harvesting device is configured to generate a power signal and the energy harvesting device includes a slot antenna. The slot antenna comprises a first section and a second section. The first section of the slot antenna is a linear shape and comprises an opening end, and the second section of the slot antenna is a bending shape and comprises a plurality of continuously bending corners.

Abstract: A micro LED display panel capable of simpler but more precise manufacture by pre-loading micro LEDs onto wafers which are then transferred to a substrate includes the substrate and light-emitting units. Each light-emitting unit includes a wafer unit and at least two micro LEDs on the wafer unit. The display panel includes pixel regions, each pixel region including at least three adjacent sub-pixel regions. Each sub-pixel region has one micro LED therein. Each micro LED of the light-emitting units is located in one sub-pixel region and the micro LEDs in each pixel regions emit light of different colors.

Abstract: A display assembly that has a support, a mobile mount, a stationary mount, and a display unit. The display unit is supported by the mobile mount and the mobile mount is supported by the stationary mount which is secured to support. The mobile mount and the stationary mount are rotatable with respect to each other and may include undulating patterns that move the display vertically. The support includes a lighting element for backlighting the display and a locating element for positioning the stationary mount on the support.

Abstract: An information display board with improved display performance by light-extending light sources is revealed. The information display board includes a display board and a plurality of light-extending light sources each of which consists of a light emitting diode (LED) and a reflective panel. The LED has a light emitting side and a backside while the reflective panel is disposed on the light emitting side of the LED for reflecting a part of light emitted from the light emitting side to the display board on the backside to form an expanded area. Thus illuminance and illuminated area of information shown on the display board are increased. By continuous lighting generated, messages/information shown on the information display board such as traffic sign can be read more clearly and comfortably.

Abstract: According to one implementation, an image generation system includes a rotor and a motor for spinning the rotor about an axis of rotation, and a display secured to the rotor. The display includes a display surface and a display aperture, a first privacy screen situated at the display surface and having a convex curvature relative to light emitted from the display surface, and a second privacy screen situated between the first privacy screen and the display aperture and having a concave curvature relative to light emitted from the display surface. The first privacy screen and the second privacy screen are configured to substantially prevent rotational blur of an image displayed by the display surface while the display is spun by the motor and the rotor.

Abstract: A sign waving machine platform for street side promotions that incorporates a base frame, a sign waving apparatus plus an upper web to attach accessories including mannequins and electric signs. The sign waving apparatus includes a motor housing, battery, electric motor and bracket assembly that couples the motor drive shaft to a sign frame which moves relative to the housing as the motor drive shaft rotates. Signs can be attached to all sides of the sign frame. The platform attaches at the top only to posts, carts and other so it can freely swing in many directions with the wind. This rugged, lightweight platform has a primary structure made from 2 aluminum tubes; one slides inside the other and telescopes. Fastening occurs using thumb screws attached to the outer tubes and joints that when twisted, pinches the inside interconnecting tubes. The platform stretches in many directions providing numerous configurations.

Abstract: A cross bar for mounting a vehicle topper to a roof of a vehicle is provided. A center section has a rectangular cross section, a first end, and a second end. A first tapered section extends from the first end of the center section. A second tapered section extends from the second end of the center section. A longitudinal axis of the center section, the first tapered section, and the second tapered section extend primarily in the same direction.

Abstract: Disclosed are an apparatus for picture test of a display panel and a test method for a picture of a display panel. The apparatus includes: a first scanning unit, a second scanning unit, a data signal source and a controller. The display panel includes pixel units, and for the same column of pixel units, the odd numbered rows of pixel units and the even numbered rows of pixel units are connected with different data lines, respectively, and the individual pixel units of the same row are connected with the same grid line, respectively. The first scanning unit may be configured for receiving and transmitting a first scanning signal for scanning odd numbered rows of grid lines, and the second scanning unit may be configured for receiving and transmitting a second scanning signal for scanning even numbered rows of grid lines.

Abstract: The present embodiment relates to a technique for speeding up data communication in a display device and provides a technique for transmitting and receiving at least some information using a communication line indicating a clock training state and for automatically optimizing the configuration of an equalizer in a receiving device.