Nonlinear predictive image coding with a neural network

A multilayer neural network used for nonlinear predictive image coding is described. Two coding schemes, nonadaptive and adaptive, are shown. Owing to matching of the local properties of the image, nonlinear predictive coding gives a better performance than linear predictive coding. A series of computer experiments shows the method has not only the ability to generalize but also noise reduction capabilities. Compared with differential pulse code modulation (DPCM), it greatly reduces the number of bits to be transmitted