View source for 17949914. TEMPORAL GRADIENTS OF HIGHER ORDER EFFECTS TO GUIDE TEMPORAL ACCUMULATION simplified abstract (Intel Corporation)

=TEMPORAL GRADIENTS OF HIGHER ORDER EFFECTS TO GUIDE TEMPORAL ACCUMULATION=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:Intel Corporation|Intel Corporation]]


[[Category:Intel Corporation]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Anton Kaplanyan of Mercer Island WA (US)|Anton Kaplanyan of Mercer Island WA (US)]][[Category:Anton Kaplanyan of Mercer Island WA (US)]]

[[:Category:Tobias Zirr of Karlsruhe (DE)|Tobias Zirr of Karlsruhe (DE)]][[Category:Tobias Zirr of Karlsruhe (DE)]]

==TEMPORAL GRADIENTS OF HIGHER ORDER EFFECTS TO GUIDE TEMPORAL ACCUMULATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17949914 titled 'TEMPORAL GRADIENTS OF HIGHER ORDER EFFECTS TO GUIDE TEMPORAL ACCUMULATION

==Simplified Explanation==

The patent application describes a graphics processor that can generate auxiliary motion vectors for advanced light-based effects in computer graphics, such as shadows, reflections, waves, glossy surfaces, and transparent/refractive glass.

* The graphics processor includes specialized circuitry to generate auxiliary motion vectors for complex light effects.
* These auxiliary motion vectors help create realistic and immersive visual effects like shadows, reflections, waves, and glossy surfaces.
* The circuitry applies light path constraints to simplify the calculations required for generating the auxiliary motion vectors.
* By simplifying the calculations, the graphics processor can efficiently generate the auxiliary motion vectors, improving the overall performance of the graphics system.

== Potential Applications ==
This technology can find applications in various fields where realistic computer graphics are required, such as:

* Video games - Enhancing the visual quality and realism of game environments, characters, and effects.
* Virtual reality (VR) - Creating more immersive and believable virtual worlds.
* Animation and film production - Improving the visual effects and realism in animated movies and visual effects sequences.
* Architectural visualization - Enhancing the realism of virtual architectural models and walkthroughs.
* Product design and visualization - Creating realistic renderings and visualizations of products before manufacturing.

== Problems Solved ==
The graphics processor addresses several challenges in generating advanced light-based effects:

* Complex calculations - Generating realistic shadows, reflections, waves, and other effects requires complex calculations that can be computationally intensive.
* Performance limitations - Traditional graphics processors may struggle to handle the computational demands of advanced light effects, leading to reduced performance and visual quality.
* Simplifying calculations - By applying light path constraints, the graphics processor simplifies the calculations required for generating auxiliary motion vectors, improving efficiency and performance.

== Benefits ==
The use of this graphics processor offers several benefits:

* Realistic visual effects - The auxiliary motion vectors enable the creation of more realistic and immersive light-based effects, enhancing the overall visual quality of computer graphics.
* Improved performance - By simplifying calculations and efficiently generating auxiliary motion vectors, the graphics processor can deliver better performance, allowing for smoother and more responsive graphics rendering.
* Enhanced user experience - The advanced light effects contribute to a more immersive and engaging user experience in applications such as gaming, virtual reality, and architectural visualization.
* Time and cost savings - The simplified calculations and improved performance of the graphics processor can potentially reduce the time and resources required for generating high-quality computer graphics.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

A graphics processor is provided that includes circuitry configured to generate auxiliary motion vectors for higher-order light-based effects such as shadows, objects reflecting in mirrors, waves in water or other liquids, glossy surfaces, or objects visible through transparent and/or refractive glass. The circuitry is configured to apply light path constraints to simplify the calculations used to generate the auxiliary motion vectors.



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