20240045203. IMAGE PROJECTION SYSTEM AND IMAGE PROJECTION METHOD simplified abstract (KOITO MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.)
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IMAGE PROJECTION SYSTEM AND IMAGE PROJECTION METHOD
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Toshiaki Tsuda of Shizuoka (JP)
IMAGE PROJECTION SYSTEM AND IMAGE PROJECTION METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240045203 titled 'IMAGE PROJECTION SYSTEM AND IMAGE PROJECTION METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an image projection system and method that ensures the visibility of a virtual image projected in superposition with a background, even under various traveling conditions.
- The image projection system includes a transmission reflection unit with a translucent member.
- An image projection unit irradiates the inner surface of the transmission reflection unit with light, including image information, to project a display image.
- An outside condition imaging unit captures an outside image of the condition outside the transmission reflection unit.
- A display area specifying unit specifies a display area where the display image is projected in the outside image.
- An image determination unit sets a determination area including the display area and recognizes and analyzes an image in the determination area in the outside image.
- An image adjustment unit adjusts the image information based on the analysis result of the image determination unit.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Automotive heads-up displays: The system can project virtual images onto the windshield, ensuring visibility even in different driving conditions.
- Augmented reality glasses: The system can project virtual images onto the glasses, allowing users to see the virtual content overlaid on the real world.
- Virtual reality systems: The system can project virtual images onto a screen or surface, enhancing the immersive experience.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Visibility in varying conditions: The system ensures the visibility of virtual images even under different lighting and traveling conditions, improving user experience and safety.
- Superposition with background: The system allows virtual images to be projected in superposition with a background, creating a seamless integration between virtual and real content.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced visibility: Users can clearly see virtual images overlaid on the background, improving the effectiveness of information presentation.
- Improved user experience: The system adjusts the image information based on the analysis of the outside image, ensuring optimal visibility and reducing eye strain.
- Versatile applications: The technology can be applied to various image projection systems, such as automotive displays, wearable devices, and virtual reality systems.
Original Abstract Submitted
provided are an image projection system and an image projection method capable of ensuring the visibility of a virtual image projected in superposition with a background even under various traveling conditions. the image projection system includes a transmission reflection unit that includes a translucent member, an image projection unit () that irradiates an inner surface of the transmission reflection unit with light including image information to project a display image, an outside condition imaging unit () that images, as an outside image, a condition outside the transmission reflection unit, a display area specifying unit () that specifies a display area where the display image is projected in the outside image, an image determination unit () that sets a determination area including the display area and recognizes and analyzes an image in the determination area in the outside image, and an image adjustment unit () that adjusts the image information based on an analysis result of the image determination unit.
