17984315. IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
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IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17984315 titled 'IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an image processing apparatus that captures and processes images to obtain three-dimensional shape data. The apparatus uses distance information to determine the shape of objects in the image and the surrounding area. It then integrates this shape data with the captured image.
- The image processing apparatus captures images and obtains distance information.
- It determines the shape of objects in the image using the distance information.
- It also determines the shape of the surrounding area, which consists of flat or curved planes.
- The apparatus integrates the shape data of the objects and the surrounding area.
- It maps the captured image onto the integrated three-dimensional shape data.
Potential Applications
- Augmented reality applications that overlay virtual objects onto the real world.
- Object recognition and tracking for robotics and autonomous systems.
- 3D modeling and reconstruction for architectural and design purposes.
- Medical imaging for diagnosis and treatment planning.
Problems Solved
- Accurate determination of the shape of objects in an image.
- Integration of object shape data with the surrounding area.
- Mapping of captured images onto three-dimensional shape data.
Benefits
- Improved accuracy and precision in object shape determination.
- Enhanced visualization and understanding of the surrounding environment.
- Increased efficiency in 3D modeling and reconstruction processes.
- Potential for advanced applications in various fields such as augmented reality and robotics.
Original Abstract Submitted
First, an image processing apparatus obtains data of a captured image obtained by image capturing with an image capturing apparatus that captures an image of a surrounding of a reference point, and obtains distance information indicating a distance from the reference point to an object present in a vicinity of the reference point. Next, the image processing apparatus obtains first three-dimensional shape data corresponding to a shape of the object, based on the distance information. Then, the image processing apparatus obtains second three-dimensional shape data that corresponds to the surrounding of the reference point other than the object and that is formed of one or more flat planes or curved planes. Then, the image processing apparatus obtains third three-dimensional shape data in which the first three-dimensional shape data and the second three-dimensional shape data are integrated, and maps the captured image to the third three-dimensional shape data.
