Waveform buffer
A waveform buffer is a type of memory storage used in various electronic and signal processing applications to temporarily hold waveform data. It is especially common in the context of digital signal processing (DSP), audio processing, and telecommunications. The primary purpose of a waveform buffer is to manage and manipulate streams of digital signals efficiently. Key features and functionalities of a waveform buffer include: 1. **Temporary Storage**: It stores samples of signals (e.g., audio, radio waves, etc.
Welch's method
Welch's method is a statistical technique used to estimate the power spectral density (PSD) of a signal. It is an improvement over the traditional periodogram (a method used to estimate the PSD by dividing a signal into segments, applying a Fourier transform to each segment, and then averaging the results). Welch's method aims to provide a better estimate of the spectral density by reducing the variance of the estimate, thereby leading to a smoother and more reliable PSD estimate.
The Whittaker–Shannon interpolation formula, also known simply as the Shannon interpolation formula, is a mathematical formula used for reconstructing a continuous signal from its discrete samples. It is a fundamental result in signal processing and relates to the reconstruction of signals from its sampled data, especially within the context of the Nyquist-Shannon sampling theorem.
Window function
In SQL and other data processing frameworks, a **window function** is a type of function that performs calculations across a set of table rows that are related to the current row. Unlike regular aggregate functions, which return a single value after grouping rows, window functions allow you to perform calculations across multiple rows while still retaining the individual row details in the output. Window functions are often used for tasks such as calculating moving averages, running totals, and ranking.
XDAIS algorithms
XDAIS (Extended Data Interfaces for Signal Processing) algorithms refer to a set of standardized algorithms and their implementations designed for digital signal processing (DSP) on various platforms. They are part of the XDAIS interface specification developed by Texas Instruments (TI) to facilitate interoperability between software components in DSP systems. The main goal of XDAIS is to enable the seamless integration of different algorithms from various developers, allowing them to work together in a consistent framework.
XPIC
XPIC, or Cross-Polarization Interference Cancelling, is a technology used in satellite communications to enhance the performance of communication links by reducing interference caused by cross-polarization. In satellite communications, signals intended for transmission can become mixed with signals of the opposite polarity, leading to degradation in signal quality and reliability. XPIC is particularly significant in systems utilizing polarization multiplexing, where two separate signals are transmitted simultaneously using different polarizations (horizontal and vertical, for instance).
Zero-order hold
A Zero-order hold (ZOH) is a method used in digital signal processing to convert a discrete-time signal into a continuous-time signal. The basic idea is to hold each sample value constant for a specified period until the next sample value is available. This means that the output of the ZOH circuit remains at the same amplitude level during each sample period, resulting in a piecewise constant waveform.