Heltallsramme

Heltallsramme is a term originating from Norwegian that translates to "integer frame" in English. It refers to a specific concept within the field of computer science, particularly in the context of digital signal processing and image processing. Essentially, a heltallsramme describes a data structure or a computational approach that exclusively uses integer arithmetic when processing or representing numerical data, especially in sequences or arrays that form a "frame" of information.

This approach is often employed to achieve higher computational efficiency and reduce memory usage compared to methods that rely on floating-point numbers. Integer arithmetic is typically faster for processors to execute. In signal processing, a "frame" can represent a segment of an audio signal or a block of pixels in an image. By using a heltallsramme, algorithms can operate on these segments using only integers, which can be beneficial for embedded systems or applications where performance is critical and precision requirements can be met with integer representations. Examples include certain audio codecs or image compression techniques that prioritize speed and low resource consumption.