Detecting objects is of fundamental importance for the Eurobot Challenge 2011. This paper presents a Kinect-based approach to detect the game elements on the game field. Using the Kinect sensor provides the advantage that elements lying behind other elements can still be detected, which is nearly impossible for a laser-based approach. The Kinect provides depth information which is projected to ...

Late K-outward currents upon membrane depolarization were recorded in Paramecium tetraurelia under a voltage clamp. A Ca-induced K-outward component is demonstrated by subtracting the value of the outward current in a pawn A mutant lacking functional Ca-channels (pwA500). The Ca-induced K-outward current activates slowly, reaching a peak after 100 to 1000 ms. The current then remains steady or ...

It is believed that chess masters use pattern{based knowledge to analyze a position, followed by a pattern{based controlled search to verify or correct the analysis. In this paper, a rst{order system, called PAL, that can learn patterns in the form of Horn clauses from simple example descriptions and general purpose knowledge is described. It is shown how PAL can learn chess patterns which are ...

We present an overv iew of the design of a program that playr, s imple chess endings wi th pawns and details of i n t e res t i ng aspects. The program evaluates positions accord ing to product ionl ike rules and also generates moves th rough the mediation of rules that produce "s t ra teg ies " . Effects of the design are discussed, part ly t h r o u g h examples. The design affects the applic...

This study uses new nationally representative data from the National Financial Capability State-by-State Survey to examine the relationship between state-level alternative financial service (AFS) policies (prohibitions, price caps, disclosures) and consumer use of five AFS products: payday loans, auto title loans, pawn broker loans, refund anticipation loans, and rent-to-own transactions. Looki...

This study aims to determine the most appropriate marketing mix strategy be used and applied in Sharia pawnshops increase sales volume of gold pawn products. research uses a qualitative method with SWOT analysis approach because it is based on an assumption that states effective can maximize opportunities strengths exist product suau, one which products pawnshops. Then further carried out using...

Cilia and ciliary membranes were isolated from axenically grown, wild-type Paramecium tetraurelia strain 51s and from the extreme pawn mutant strain, d495, derived from this parental strain. Over 60 protein bands having molecular weights of 15 to greater than 300 kdaltons were detected by Coomassie Blue staining of whole cilia proteins separated by one-dimensional SDS polyacrylamide gel electro...

In the present study is analyzed non-banking financial organization as a victim of offences provided for in Art.238 Criminal Code Republic Moldova, article that sanctions obtaining credit/loan by fraud, insurance compensation or indemnity. research are several normative acts reference incriminating text recorded Art. 238 Moldova. Several methods were used to develop study, including: logical me...