18205290. APPARATUS HAVING LENS ASSEMBLY ARRAY AND METHOD USING THE SAME simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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APPARATUS HAVING LENS ASSEMBLY ARRAY AND METHOD USING THE SAME
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APPARATUS HAVING LENS ASSEMBLY ARRAY AND METHOD USING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18205290 titled 'APPARATUS HAVING LENS ASSEMBLY ARRAY AND METHOD USING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an apparatus and method for using the apparatus. The apparatus includes a lens assembly array, an actuator assembly, and a single image sensor. The lens assembly array consists of multiple lens assemblies, each containing multiple individual lenses arranged in an array format. The actuator assembly is designed to move at least a portion of the lens assemblies in one or more directions. The single image sensor is responsible for generating image data, which includes multiple sub-images corresponding to the lens assemblies, based on the light passing through the lens assembly array.
- The apparatus consists of a lens assembly array with multiple lens assemblies and an actuator assembly to move the lens assemblies.
- The lens assembly array is made up of individual lenses arranged in an array format.
- The actuator assembly can move the lens assemblies in different directions.
- The single image sensor generates image data that includes sub-images corresponding to the lens assemblies.
- The sub-images are created based on the light passing through the lens assembly array.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Photography: The apparatus can be used in cameras to capture multiple sub-images simultaneously, allowing for enhanced image quality and depth perception.
- Virtual Reality (VR): The technology can be utilized in VR headsets to capture a wider field of view and improve the immersive experience.
- Medical Imaging: The apparatus can be employed in medical devices to capture detailed images of internal organs or structures, enabling better diagnosis and treatment planning.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Limited Field of View: The apparatus addresses the issue of limited field of view by capturing multiple sub-images from different lens assemblies, resulting in a wider field of view.
- Depth Perception: By capturing sub-images from multiple lens assemblies, the apparatus improves depth perception in images, allowing for more accurate distance measurements and 3D reconstructions.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced Image Quality: The use of multiple lens assemblies and sub-images improves image quality by reducing distortion and aberrations.
- Versatility: The apparatus can be used in various applications, such as photography, VR, and medical imaging, due to its ability to capture multiple sub-images simultaneously.
- Compact Design: The integration of multiple lens assemblies into a single apparatus allows for a compact and portable design, making it suitable for mobile devices and other compact systems.
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus having a lens assembly array and a method of using the apparatus are provided. The apparatus includes a lens assembly array including a plurality of lens assemblies each including a plurality of individual lenses in a form of an array, an actuator assembly configured to move at least a portion of the plurality of lens assemblies in at least one direction, and a single image sensor configured to generate image data including a plurality of sub-images corresponding to the plurality of lens assemblies based on light passing through the lens assembly array.
