18489198. INSPECTION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 INSPECTION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 INSPECTION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
INSPECTION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
INSPECTION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18489198 titled 'INSPECTION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The inspection apparatus described in the patent application performs image processing on image data used in printing, stores reference images, matches scanned images with reference images, and converts reference images to correspond to specific jobs.
- The inspection apparatus performs first image processing on image data used in printing.
- Stores image data for which the first image processing has been performed as a reference image.
- Determines whether a first reference image corresponding to a reference image that can be used in a job to be inspected is stored.
- If the corresponding first reference image is stored, performs second image processing on the first reference image to convert it into a second reference image corresponding to the job.
- Obtains a scanned image by reading an image of paper on which printing has been performed according to the job.
- Performs processing to match the obtained scanned image and the second reference image.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in quality control processes for printed materials, such as newspapers, magazines, packaging, and labels.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in ensuring the accuracy and quality of printed materials by comparing scanned images with reference images.
Benefits
The inspection apparatus improves efficiency in the printing industry by automating the process of inspecting printed materials for errors or discrepancies.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Automated Image Inspection System for Printing Industry"
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar systems used in the printing industry for quality control and inspection of printed materials.
Unanswered Questions
How does the inspection apparatus handle variations in printing quality or paper type?
The patent application does not provide details on how the inspection apparatus adjusts for different printing conditions.
What is the cost-effectiveness of implementing this technology in a printing facility?
The patent application does not discuss the cost implications of integrating the inspection apparatus into existing printing processes.
Original Abstract Submitted
The inspection apparatus performs first image processing on image data used in printing the image, and stores image data for which the first image processing has been performed as a reference image. The inspection apparatus determines whether a first reference image corresponding to a reference image that can be used in a job to be inspected is stored, and if it is determined that the corresponding first reference image is stored, performs second image processing on the first reference image to convert the first reference image into a second reference image corresponding to the job. The inspection apparatus obtains a scanned image by reading an image of paper on which printing has been performed according to the job and performs processing for matching the obtained scanned image and the second reference image.
