17948897. ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)

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ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Organization Name

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Hyungchul Kim of Suwon-si (KR)

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17948897 titled 'ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an electronic device and a control method for identifying overlapping regions between two test projection images. Here are the key points:

  • The electronic device projects a first test projection image with markers of a first color, while an external device projects a second test projection image with markers of a second color.
  • The device captures images of the projection regions where the two test projection images overlap, while changing the projection region.
  • The captured image is analyzed to identify the overlapping region between the two test projection images.
  • The overlapping region can be identified based on a third marker of a third color or by comparing the markers of the first and second colors.
  • The third marker is of a different color from the first and second markers.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Augmented reality systems: This technology can be used to accurately identify overlapping regions in augmented reality environments, improving the overall user experience.
  • Projection mapping: The method can be applied to projection mapping systems to precisely align and blend multiple projected images onto irregular surfaces.
  • Gaming and interactive displays: By accurately identifying overlapping regions, this technology can enhance gaming experiences and interactive displays by enabling more precise tracking and interaction.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Accurate identification of overlapping regions: The method provides a reliable way to identify overlapping regions between two test projection images, which is crucial for various applications.
  • Improved image analysis: By using different colored markers, the method simplifies the analysis process and enhances the accuracy of identifying overlapping regions.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Enhanced user experience: By accurately identifying overlapping regions, the technology improves the quality and realism of augmented reality, projection mapping, gaming, and interactive displays.
  • Simplified analysis process: The use of different colored markers simplifies the image analysis process, making it more efficient and accurate.
  • Versatile application: The technology can be applied to various electronic devices and control methods, making it adaptable to different industries and use cases.


Original Abstract Submitted

An electronic device and a control method thereof are provided. The control method of an electronic device includes: projecting, by the electronic device, a first test projection image including at least one marker of a first color while an external device projects a second test projection image including at least one marker of a second color that is different from the first color; obtaining a captured image of projection regions on which the first test projection image and the second test projection image are projected while the projection region on which at least one of the first test projection image or the second test projection image is projected is changed; and identifying an overlapping region between the first test projection image and the second test projection image based on at least one of (1) a third marker of a third color or (ii) the marker of the first color and the marker of the second color, in the captured image, the marker of the third color being the marker of the first color and the marker of the second color overlapping each other, and the third color being different from the first color and the second color.