Intra Prediction Method and Device

Organization Name

LX SEMICON CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Hyun Suk Ko of Seoul (KR)

Jin Ho Lee of Seoul (KR)

Sung Chang Lim of Seoul (KR)

Jung Won Kang of Seoul (KR)

Ha Hyun Lee of Seoul (KR)

Dong San Jun of Seoul (KR)

Seung Hyun Cho of Seoul (KR)

Hui Yong Kim of Seoul (KR)

Jin Soo Choi of Seoul (KR)

Intra Prediction Method and Device - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18666152 titled 'Intra Prediction Method and Device

The present invention pertains to an intra prediction method and apparatus for image decoding. The method involves decoding information on intra prediction and generating a prediction block by performing intra prediction for a current block based on the decoded information.

Information on intra prediction includes details on an intra prediction mode, which may involve a curved intra prediction mode.
The innovation aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of image decoding by utilizing advanced intra prediction techniques.
By incorporating curved intra prediction modes, the method enhances the quality of predicted blocks in image decoding processes.
This technology can be applied in various image and video processing systems to enhance compression and decoding efficiency.
The method addresses the need for more sophisticated prediction techniques in image and video decoding to achieve higher quality results.

Potential Applications: - Video compression systems - Image processing applications - Multimedia streaming services

Problems Solved: - Enhancing prediction accuracy in image decoding - Improving compression efficiency in video processing systems

Benefits: - Higher quality image and video decoding - Increased compression efficiency - Enhanced visual experience for end-users

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Intra Prediction Method for Image Decoding This technology can be utilized in commercial video encoding and decoding software, multimedia streaming platforms, and image processing applications. It offers improved compression efficiency and higher quality output, making it valuable for various industries such as entertainment, broadcasting, and surveillance.

Questions about Intra Prediction Method for Image Decoding: 1. How does the curved intra prediction mode improve the quality of predicted blocks in image decoding? 2. What are the potential applications of this technology beyond video compression systems?

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Original Abstract Submitted

The present invention relates to an intra prediction method and apparatus. The image decoding method according to the present invention may comprise decoding information on intra prediction; and generating a prediction block by performing intra prediction for a current block based on the information on intra prediction. The information on intra prediction may include information on an intra prediction mode, and the intra prediction mode may include a curved intra prediction mode.