20240028277. IMAGE ARRANGEMENT APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS, IMAGE ARRANGEMENT METHOD, AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
IMAGE ARRANGEMENT APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS, IMAGE ARRANGEMENT METHOD, AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
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IMAGE ARRANGEMENT APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS, IMAGE ARRANGEMENT METHOD, AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240028277 titled 'IMAGE ARRANGEMENT APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS, IMAGE ARRANGEMENT METHOD, AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure is about an image arrangement apparatus that arranges images for nesting printing. It includes an arrangement unit that arranges the images side by side in the main scanning direction, aligning either the long side or short side of each image with the main scanning direction based on the rotation of the images. The images are contained within a rectangular region defined by this arrangement.
The apparatus also has a calculation unit that calculates the area of a margin within the rectangular region where the images are not present. Finally, there is a selection unit that selects a combination of rotations based on the area of the margin corresponding to each combination.
- The apparatus arranges images for nesting printing by aligning them side by side in the main scanning direction.
- The alignment is based on the rotation of the images, aligning either the long side or short side with the main scanning direction.
- The images are contained within a rectangular region defined by this arrangement.
- The calculation unit determines the area of the margin within the rectangular region where the images are not present.
- The selection unit selects the combination of rotations based on the area of the margin corresponding to each combination.
Potential Applications:
- Printing industry: This apparatus can be used in printing processes where images need to be arranged efficiently for nesting printing, reducing waste and optimizing space utilization.
- Graphic design: Graphic designers can utilize this apparatus to arrange images in a visually pleasing and efficient manner, especially when working with limited space.
Problems Solved:
- Efficient image arrangement: The apparatus solves the problem of arranging images for nesting printing in a way that minimizes waste and maximizes space utilization.
- Optimal space utilization: By aligning images in the main scanning direction and calculating the margin area, the apparatus ensures that the available space is used effectively.
Benefits:
- Waste reduction: By arranging images efficiently, the apparatus minimizes wasted space and reduces material waste in the printing process.
- Space optimization: The apparatus optimizes the utilization of available space, allowing for more images to be printed in a given area.
- Time-saving: The automated calculation and selection process of the apparatus saves time compared to manual arrangement methods.
Original Abstract Submitted
an embodiment of the present disclosure is an image arrangement apparatus that arranges images for nesting printing, including: an arrangement unit configured to arrange the images side by side in the main scanning direction such that either one of a long side direction and a short side direction of each image included in the images coincides with the main scanning direction in accordance with a combination of respective rotations of images and also such that the images are contained in a rectangular region defined based on the combination; a calculation unit configured to calculate an area of a margin that is a part of the rectangular region, wherein the part is where the images arranged by the arrangement unit are not present; and a selection unit configured to select one of a the combinations based on the area of the margin corresponding to each combination.
