18244513. WARPING AN INPUT IMAGE BASED ON DEPTH AND OFFSET INFORMATION simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

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WARPING AN INPUT IMAGE BASED ON DEPTH AND OFFSET INFORMATION

Organization Name

Apple Inc.

Inventor(s)

Tobias Eble of Sunnyvale CA (US)

Pedro Manuel Da Silva Quelhas of Sunnyvale CA (US)

Raffi A. Bedikian of Mountain View CA (US)

WARPING AN INPUT IMAGE BASED ON DEPTH AND OFFSET INFORMATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18244513 titled 'WARPING AN INPUT IMAGE BASED ON DEPTH AND OFFSET INFORMATION

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a method performed by an electronic device to obtain an input image, determine depth information of an object in the image, and generate a warped image based on the depth information and the estimated distance between the user's eyes and the display device.

  • The method involves obtaining an input image that includes an object.
  • Depth information is obtained to characterize the object's distance from the image sensor.
  • A distance warp map is determined based on the depth information and the estimated distance between the user's eyes and the display device.
  • An operational parameter for the electronic device is set based on the distance warp map.
  • A warped image is generated from the input image using the set operational parameter.

Potential Applications

  • Augmented reality (AR) applications where objects in the real world can be accurately displayed on a device's screen.
  • Virtual reality (VR) applications where immersive experiences can be created by warping images based on depth information.
  • 3D modeling and scanning applications where accurate depth information can be used to create realistic representations of objects.

Problems Solved

  • Inaccurate representation of objects in AR or VR applications due to the lack of depth information.
  • Difficulty in creating realistic 3D models or scans without accurate depth information.
  • Eye strain or discomfort caused by viewing images that are not properly adjusted for the user's viewing distance.

Benefits

  • Improved accuracy and realism in AR and VR applications.
  • Enhanced quality and precision in 3D modeling and scanning.
  • Reduced eye strain and improved user comfort by adjusting images based on the user's viewing distance.


Original Abstract Submitted

Various implementations disclosed herein include a method performed at an electronic device including one or more processors, a non-transitory memory, an image sensor, and a display device. The method includes obtaining, via the image sensor, an input image that includes an object. The method includes obtaining depth information characterizing the object, wherein the depth information characterizes a first distance between the image sensor and a portion of the object. The method includes determining a distance warp map for the input image based on a function of the depth information and a first offset value characterizing an estimated distance between eyes of a user and the display device. The method includes setting an operational parameter for the electronic device based on the distance warp map and generating, by the electronic device set to the operational parameter, a warped image from the input image.

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