A simple method for constructing almost interpolation sets in the case of existence of locally linearly independent systems of basis functions is presented. Various examples of such systems, including translates of box splines and nite-element splines, are considered.

In this special issue on "Fuzzy Expert Systems," six papers cover a wide range of concerns--from theory to applications including: (1) a rule base reorganization, (2) a linear interpolation, (3) a neuro-fuzzy approach to pairwise comparison, (4) properties of reduction, in transitive matrices, (5) a consistency checking procedure, and (6) a context dependency model. We present a brief review of...

A method for generating an interpolation closed G arc spline on a given closed point set is presented. For the odd case, i.e. when the number of the given points is odd, this paper disproves the traditional opinion that there is only one closed G arc spline interpolating the given points. In fact, the number of the resultant closed G arc splines fulfilling the interpolation condition for the od...

Fuzzy set theory allows for the inclusion of vague human assessments in computing problems. Also, it provides an effective means for conflict resolution of multiple criteria and better assessment of options. Fuzzy rule interpolation offers a useful means for enhancing the robustness of fuzzy models by making inference possible in sparse rule-based systems. However, in real-world applications of...

The aim of this paper is to present a general approach to the problem of shape preserving interpolation. The problem of convexity preserving interpolation using C Hermite splines with one free generating function is considered.

In this paper we consider discrete splines S(j), j ∈ Z, with equidistant nodes which may grow as O(|j|s) as |j| → ∞. Such splines are relevant for the purposes of digital signal processing. We give the definition of discrete B-splines and describe their properties. Discrete splines are defined as linear combinations of shifts of the B-splines. We present a solution to the problem of discrete sp...