in·ter·po·late

(ĭn-tûr′pə-lāt′)

v. in·ter·po·lat·ed, in·ter·po·lat·ing, in·ter·po·lates

v.tr.

1. To insert or introduce between other elements or parts.

a. To insert (material) into a text.

b. To insert into a conversation. See Synonyms at introduce.

3. To change or falsify (a text) by introducing new or incorrect material.

4. Mathematics

a. To estimate a value of (a function or series) between two known values.

b. To create a continuous function that incorporates (a finite set of data), such as creating a curve that passes through a fixed set of points or a surface through a fixed set of curves.

5. To introduce estimated values of (pixel data) into a pixel array to improve the quality of an enlarged digital image.

v.intr.

To make insertions or additions.

[Latin interpolāre, interpolāt-, to touch up, refurbish, from interpolis, refurbished; see pel- in Indo-European roots.]

in·ter′po·la′tion n.

in·ter′po·la′tive adj.

in·ter′po·la′tor n.

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References in classic literature

7: This oracle most clearly proves that Asclepius was not the son of Arsinoe, but that Hesiod or one of Hesiod's interpolators composed the verses to please the Messenians.

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The exhibition beautifully reflects the pair's long-standing collaboration in which space becomes an interpolator for trust, witnessing, learning, and at times, for unlearning.

Facing the Monumental: Confronting the Legacies of Colonialism

It is prevalent because it is an exact interpolator, i.e., the predictor for an input that has already been observed equals the observed output.

Geoclimatic Factor K Mapping in Nigeria through Spatial Interpolation

This interpolator uses a minimum-variance linear unbiased estimator, which considers the structure of spatial variability found for the variable.

Spatial-temporal variability of leaf chlorophyll and its relationship with cocoa yield/Variabilidade espaco-temporal da clorofila foliar e sua relacao com a produtividade do cacaueiro

[6] presented a real-time interpolation algorithm for NURBS curves; the proposed interpolator can maintain small contour errors and feed rate fluctuations.

Interpolation Algorithm and Mathematical Model in Automated Welding of Saddle-Shaped Weld

Interpolate low resolution residuals ([[epsilon].sub.LR]) of the regression methods to high resolution residuals ([[epsilon].sub.HR]) with simple spline tension interpolator, respectively.

Spatial Downscaling of GPM Annual and Monthly Precipitation Using Regression-Based Algorithms in a Mountainous Area

The PDEs System Interpolator. For a given signal [s.sub.0], the upper ([s.sup.+]) and lower ([s.sup.-]) envelope are the asymptotic solution of the following PDEs system:

The 2D Spectral Intrinsic Decomposition Method Applied to Image Analysis

A real-time surface interpolator methodology for precision CNC machining of swept surfaces.

The Effect of The Strategy of Finishing on Dimensional Accuracy

Hence, the initial predictor switches between a non-directional static weighting interpolator for a smooth area, a one-directional interpolator for an edge area.

Multi-resolution Lossless Image Compression for Progressive Transmission and Multiple Decoding Using an Enhanced Edge Adaptive Hierarchical Interpolation

Today, it's formed of five main parts--a sequencer, interpolator, servo controllers, logic controller and operator control interface--and is synonymous with precision and control."

PLC VS CNC: IS THERE ROOM FOR BOTH IN THE FACTORY OF THE FUTURE? AS GREATER AUTOMATION BECOMES THE FOCUS OF UK MANUFACTURING, CONTROL SYSTEMS ARE HAVING TO BECOME INCREASINGLY COMPLEX AND EFFICIENT. HOWEVER, TO MAKE THE MOST OF THESE TECHNOLOGIES, MANUFACTURERS NEED TO UNDERSTAND WHAT THEIR OPTIONS ARE, AND HOW THESE CONTROL SYSTEMS CAN PLAY THEIR PART IN THE FACTORY OF THE FUTURE

digital triggers allow for interpolation methods that can deliver sub-sample trigger resolution, like the PXIe-5164 oscilloscope interpolator which yields 1-ps resolution." R&S claims similar advantages and includes a highly expanded trace display in the company's literature to demonstrate the low trigger jitter that has been achieved.

Triggering morphs to match application needs