An approach to image coding based on a fractal theory of iterated contractive
transformations defined piecewise is described. The main characteristics of this approach …

The success of graphics systems that render photorealistic output has obscured parallel
developments in nonphotorealistic rendering. A review of these" expressive" systems …

Fractals Everywhere, Second Edition covers the fundamental approach to fractal geometry
through iterated function systems. This 10-chapter text is based on a course called" Fractal …

An intelligent electronic appliance preferably includes a user interface, data input and/or
output port, and an intelligent processor. A preferred embodiment comprises a set top box …

This paper begins by presenting a simple explanation of the main ideas in fractal image
compression. It then presents a brief discussion of the current state of the art along with …

An intelligent media device, comprising a packet data communications interface; a media
communication interface for receiving audio and/or video data; a digital memory for …

An intelligent electronic appliance preferably includes a user interface, data input and/or
output port, and an intelligent processor. A preferred embodiment comprises a set top box …

An adaptive interface for a programmable system, for predicting a desired user function,
based on user history, as well as machine internal status and context. The apparatus …

An Internet appliance, comprising, within a single housing, packet data network interfaces,
adapted for communicating with the Internet and a local area network, at least one data …

An apparatus for processing digital media signals, comprising a digital processor for
controlling the apparatus; a graphic user interface, having a wireless remote control …