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1 Mathews, V. JohnA baseband residual vector quantization algorithm for voiceband data signalsAbstract-In this paper, we present a new approach to the digitization and compression of a class of voiceband modem signals. Our approach, which we call baseband residual vector quantization (BRVQ), relies heavily upon the simple structure present in a modem signal. After the signal is converted to...1989
2 Seeley, DonnA tour of the wormOn the evening of November 2, 1988, a self-replicating program was released upon the Internet 1. This program (a worm) invaded VAX and Sun-3 computers running versions of Berkeley UNIX, and used their sources to attack still more computers2. Within the space of hours this program had spread aacross ...Computer worm1989
3 Lindstrom, Gary E.Abstract semantics for functional constraint programmingA denotational semantics is given for a lazy functional language with monotonic side-effects arising from the unification of singly-bound logical variables. The semantics is based on a Scott-style information system, which elegantly captures the notion of "constraint additin" inherent in unificati...Abstract semantics1989
4 George, LalAn abstract machine for parallel graph reductionAn abstract machine suitable for parallel graph reduction on a shared memory multiprocessor is described. Parallel programming is plagued with subtle race conditions resulting in deadlock or fatal system errors. Due to the nondeterministic nature of program execution the utilization of resources ma...Parallel graph reduction; Abstract machines1989
5 George, LalAn abstract machine for parallel graph reductionAn abstract machine for parallel graph reduction on a shared memory multiprocessor is described. This is intended primarily for normal order (lazy) evaluation of functional programs. It is absolutely essential in such a design to adapt an efficient sequential model since during execution under limit...Parallel graph reduction1989
6 Zhu, XiaohongAutomatic compensating cleanup operationToday's part geometries are becoming ever more complex and require more accurate tool path to manufacture. Machining process efficiency is also a major consideration for designers as well as manufacturing engineers. Although the current advanced CAD/CAM systems have greatly improved the efficiency ...Part geometries1989
7 Cohen, ElaineAutomatic sculptured five-axis milling with check surfacesAn approach to 5-axis milling of B-spline surfaces is presented. Within its domain, it provides better check surface handling than APT. The scheme for tool position generation is based on a B-spline curve refinement method and a set of criteria for tolerance control which allows the tool positions ...B-spline surfaces; 5-axis milling; Tool paths1989
8 Pershing, David W.Biomass combustion: relationship between pollutant formation and fuel compositionA 65-kW refractory-walled reactor was used to study biomass combustion under conditions typical of the suspension-burning phase in a spreader-stoker-fired boiler. Isothermal combustion data and nitric oxide (NO) emission rates were obtained as a function of temperature, local oxygen concentration, ...Combustion; Emissions; Energy; Environmental control; Fuels; Pyrolysis; Biomass fuel; Particulates1989
9 Hansen, Charles D.; Henderson, Thomas C.CAD-based 3-D object recognitionWe propose an approach to 3-D object recognition using CAD-based geometry models for freeform surfaces. Geometry is modeled with rational B-splines by defining surface patches and then combining these into a volumetric model of the object. Characteristic features are then extracted from this model ...Object recognition; Strategy trees; Geometric knowledge representation; Automatic feature selection1989
10 Carter, Tony M.Cascade: a hardware alternative to bignumsThe Cascade hardware architecture for high/variable precision arithmetic is described. It uses a radix-16 redundant signed-digit number representation and directly supports single or multiple precision addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, extraction of the square root and computation of ...Cascade hardware; Bignums; Precision arithmetic1989
11 Cohen, ElaineComputing offsets and tool paths with Voronoi diagramsIn this paper we describe the use of Voronoi diagrams to generate offsets for planar regions bounded by circular arcs and line segments, and then use the generated offsets as tool paths for NC machining. Two methods are presented, each producing a different type of offset. One of them generates the ...Voronoi diagrams1989
12 Cohen, ElaineConstant scallop height tool path generationAn approach for the automatic generation of constant scallop height tool paths is presented. An example is shown generated from a B-spline model, although it can be used with many types of sculptured surfaces. The approach utilizes surface subdivision techniques and a new algorithm for tool path gen...Scallop height; Tool path generation; B-spline model1989
13 Mathews, V. JohnEfficient FIR adaptive filter using DPCM and the sign algorithmThis correspondence introduces an adaptive filter structure that requires zero multiplications for its implementation. The primary input signal is quantized using DPCM, and the DPCM outputs are processed by a conventional adaptive filter. The filter coefficients are updated using the sign algorithm....1989
14 Cohen, ElaineHidden curve removal for free form surfacesThis paper describes a hidden curve algorithm specifically designed for sculptured surfaces. A technique is described to extract the visible curves for a given scene without the need to approximate the surface by polygons. This algorithm produces higher quality results than polygon based algorithms,...Hidden curves; Free form surfaces; Sculptured surfaces1989
15 Henderson, Thomas C.Logical behaviorsIn this paper we describe an approach to high-level multisensor integration in t h e context of an autonomous mobile robot. Previous papers have described the development of t h e INRIA mobile robot subsystems: 1. sensor and actuator systems 2. distance and range analysis 3. feature extraction ...Multisensor integration; 3-D environment descriptions1989
16 Mathews, V. JohnMultiplication-free vector quantization using the L l distortion measure and its variantsVector quantization is a very powerful technique for data compression and consequently, it has attracted a lot of attention lately. One major drawback associated with this approach is its extreme computational complexity. This paper first considers vector quantization that uses the L1 distortion mea...1989
17 Seeley, DonnPassword cracking: a game of witsA password cracking algorithm seems like a slow and bulky item to put in a worm, but the worm makes this work by being persistent and efficient. The worm is aided by some unfortunate statistics about typical password choices.Password cracking algorithm; Computer worms1989
18 Carter, Tony M.Path-programmable logicPath-Programmable Logic (PPL) is a structured IC design methodology under development at the University of Utah. PPL employs a sea-of-wires approach to design. In PPL, design is done entirely using cells for both functionality and interconnect. PPL cells may have modifiers that change either their ...Path-Programmable Logic; PPL1989
19 Christensen, Douglas A.Resonant inductive applicator for neck hyperthermiaWe have designed and phantom tested an inductive applicator especially suited for producing hyperthermia in cancerous regions in the neck. The applicator is tuned to resonate near 27 MHz; its inductive nature has the advantage of efficient coupling to the irregular neck anatomy. An inhomogeneou...Hyperthermia applicator; Phantom tests1989
20 Carter, Tony M.The set theory of arithmetic decompositionThe Set Theory of Arithmetic Decomposition is a method for designing complex addition/ subtraction circuits at any radix using strictly positional, sign-local number systems. The specification of an addition circuit is simply an equation that describes the inputs and the outputs as weighted digit se...Arithmetic decomposition; Addition/ subtraction circuits1989
21 Normann, Richard A.; Kolb, Helga; Lasater, Eric M.Signal integration at the pedicle of turtle cone photoreceptors: an anatomical and electrophysiological studyThe morphology of the axon which connects the cell body and pedicle of turtle cone photoreceptors was studied by light and electron microscopy. The axon which contains numerous synaptic vesicles, some endoplasmic reticulum, and a few cisternae is basically filled with cytoplasm. The length of the ax...Cone Photoreceptor, Voltage Clamp; Isolated Cells; Input Resistance; Cell Body-Pedicle Coupling1989
22 Horch, Kenneth W.Stability of chronic intrafascicular electrode recordingsWe have implanted intrafascicular electrodes in peripheral nerves of cats and have recorded neural activity from a small population of nerve fibers for as long as six months, suggesting that these electrodes can be used on a chronic basis to acquire information about limb position, muscle force and ...Intrafascicular electrodes; Electrode recordings1989
23 Gu, JunStructured, technology independent VLSI designRapid advancement in new semiconductor technologies has created a need for the design of existing integrated circuits using these new technologies. These new technologies are required to provide improved performance, smaller feature sizes and lower costs. The conversion of an integrated circuit fro...VLSI design; semiconductor technologies1989
24 Brunvand, Erik L.Translating concurrent programs into delay-insensitive circuitsPrograms written in a subset of occam are automatically translated into delay-insensitive circuits using syntax-directed techniques. The resulting circuits are improved using semantics-preserving circuit-to-circuit transformations. Since each step of the translation process can be proven correct, th...1989
25 Horch, Kenneth W.Unit analysis in composite neural recordingsWe have used threshold level, sinusoidal stimuli to selectively elicit phase-locked activity from cutaneous mechanoreceptors, for the purpose of evaluating single unit activity in multi-unit peripheral nerve recordings. Each receptor is characterized by its response to a range of mechanical stimuli ...Neural recordings; Nerve fibers; Cutaneous mechanoreceptors1989
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