CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA patent applications published on November 2nd, 2023

Summary of the patent applications from CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA on November 2nd, 2023

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA has recently filed several patents related to various technologies. These patents cover areas such as light emitting devices, communication apparatus, resource allocation in wireless networks, synchronous communication apparatus, imaging devices, electronic apparatus, movement detection in electronic devices, image capturing apparatus, and media file generation.

In the field of light emitting devices, the organization has developed a structure that allows for efficient light emission. The device includes multiple electrodes, an organic layer, a second electrode, and an insulating layer. The design of the electrodes and insulating layer improves the performance and reliability of the device.

In the field of communication apparatus, CANON has developed a system that can establish wireless connections with an external access point and an information processing apparatus. If the first wireless connection attempt fails, the communication apparatus enters a predetermined mode and establishes a second wireless connection directly with the information processing apparatus.

In the field of wireless networks, the organization has developed a method to optimize the allocation of resource units for direct link transmission. This method involves the peer station sending a resource releasing frame to the access point after completing its transmission, allowing the access point to reclaim unused resource units and offer more transmission opportunities to other stations.

In the field of synchronous communication apparatus, CANON has developed a system that includes components for processing received packets and time stamps. The system determines if a reception packet can be stored based on the capacity of the storage unit and performs time synchronous processing using the stored packet and time stamp.

In the field of imaging devices, the organization has developed devices with features such as target brightness level setting, exposure control, and gradation correction. These devices have different photometry modes and apply different levels of gradation correction based on the mode used.

In the field of electronic apparatus, CANON has developed a system that can communicate with an accessory using different communication methods. The system has two power states and allows communication with the accessory using the first communication method in both power states, but restricts communication using the second method in the lower power state.

In the field of movement detection in electronic devices, the organization has developed a system that determines whether to calculate the movement distance or angle of the device based on its power supply and user's use state. The calculation result is used to control the power supply of the device.

In the field of image capturing apparatus, CANON has developed devices with image sensor units that can be moved in different directions. These devices also include cooling mechanisms to prevent overheating of the image sensor.

In the field of media file generation, the organization has developed a method that includes generating media data samples, region tracks associated with the samples, and region annotations in a container. The method also generates association metadata that links the region identifier with the region annotation.

Notable applications:

• Light emitting device with improved structure for efficient light emission.
• Communication apparatus with the ability to establish wireless connections with an external access point and an information processing apparatus.
• Optimization of resource allocation in wireless networks to minimize wasted bandwidth.
• Synchronous communication apparatus with components for processing received packets and time stamps.
• Imaging devices with target brightness level setting, exposure control, and gradation correction.
• Electronic apparatus with efficient power management and communication with accessories.
• Movement detection in electronic devices based on power supply and user's use state.
• Image capturing apparatus with movable image sensor units and cooling mechanisms.
• Media file generation method that includes region tracks, region annotations, and association metadata.

Patent applications for CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA on November 2nd, 2023

FOREIGN PARTICLE REMOVING METHOD, FORMATION METHOD, ARTICLE MANUFACTURING METHOD, FOREIGN PARTICLE REMOVING APPARATUS, AND SYSTEM (18299255)

Main Inventor

Hisanobu Azuma

FOREIGN PARTICLE REMOVING METHOD, FORMATION METHOD, ARTICLE MANUFACTURING METHOD, FOREIGN PARTICLE REMOVING APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND TEMPLATE (18299319)

Main Inventor

Hisanobu Azuma

MOLD, METHOD OF PRODUCING PRODUCT, METHOD OF PRODUCING IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM (18345181)

Main Inventor

Toshiteru Yamasaki

PRINTING APPARATUS (18348637)

Main Inventor

Takuya Fukasawa

LIQUID DISCHARGE HEAD AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE LIQUID DISCHARGE HEAD (18188372)

Main Inventor

MOTOAKI SATO

RECORDING APPARATUS (18347022)

Main Inventor

Yasuyuki Asai

PRINTING APPARATUS (18218453)

Main Inventor

Midori Yasuda

CONTROL APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18300325)

Main Inventor

SEIJI ABE

IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18307078)

Main Inventor

MINAKO KATO

SHEET CONVEYANCE APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM (18134714)

Main Inventor

Hiroyuki Yamano

SHEET PROCESSING APPARATUS AND IMAGE FORMING SYSTEM (18305444)

Main Inventor

KOJI KAWAMURA

ZOOM LENS AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS (18189265)

Main Inventor

Tomoya YAMADA

ZOOM LENS AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS (18189260)

Main Inventor

Yonghee LEE

OPTICAL SYSTEM AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS (18305433)

Main Inventor

Akira MIZUMA

OPTICAL SYSTEM AND APPARATUS HAVING THE SAME (18299615)

Main Inventor

YUKI MATSUBA

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND ITS CONTROL METHOD, AND ACCESSORY AND ITS CONTROL METHOD (18348542)

Main Inventor

Toru Kohno

LITHOGRAPHY DEVICE, LITHOGRAPHY METHOD, AND ARTICLE MANUFACTURING METHOD (18299892)

Main Inventor

KAZUHIRO SATO

ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC APPARATUS (18342214)

Main Inventor

Kunihiko Sekido

ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE, AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC APPARATUS (18300968)

Main Inventor

YASUO KOJIMA

ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE, AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC APPARATUS (18306431)

Main Inventor

MOTOYA YAMADA

ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC PHOTOSENSITIVE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE, AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC APPARATUS (18306758)

Main Inventor

MASAYUKI SHINOZUKA

TONER (18305103)

Main Inventor

TOHRU HIRAMATSU

TONER (18305251)

Main Inventor

TOMOHISA SANO

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS (18210849)

Main Inventor

Yasutomo Furuta

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS (18346957)

Main Inventor

Kazuhiro Doda

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS (18299814)

Main Inventor

KENJI TAKAGI

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS (18219936)

Main Inventor

Ryoichi Kawasumi

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS (18192824)

Main Inventor

TAKAO KUME

JOINED STRUCTURAL BODY, IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS AND FINISHER (18304990)

Main Inventor

SHIGEO MURAYAMA

CARTRIDGE AND IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS (18347847)

Main Inventor

Noriyuki Komatsu

PROCESS CARTRIDGE (18350844)

Main Inventor

Noriyuki KOMATSU

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS (18299428)

Main Inventor

HIROYUKI KADOWAKI

IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18303492)

Main Inventor

ASUKA WADA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an image processing apparatus that is used for inspecting printed images.

• The apparatus has a setting unit that allows the user to set an inspection resolution for each page.
• There is an inspection unit that compares reference image data (used as a reference for inspection) with printed image data obtained by reading the printed image at the set inspection resolution.
• The purpose of the apparatus is to accurately inspect printed images for any discrepancies or errors.
• The inspection resolution can be adjusted for each page, allowing for flexibility in the inspection process.
• The apparatus uses reference image data to compare and identify any differences in the printed image data.
• The inspection unit helps in detecting any issues or defects in the printed images.
• The apparatus can be used in various industries where printed images need to be inspected, such as printing, packaging, or quality control.
• The innovation lies in the ability to set different inspection resolutions for each page, providing more precise and tailored inspection capabilities.

Abstract

An image processing apparatus includes a setting unit configured to set an inspection resolution for inspecting a printed image for each page, and an inspection unit configured to inspect the printed image by comparing reference image data serving as a reference for inspection with printed image data acquired by reading the printed image based on the set inspection resolution.

ABNORMAL SOUND DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM, IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS, ABNORMAL SOUND DIAGNOSIS METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18305835)

Main Inventor

YOHEI SUZUKI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a system for diagnosing the cause of abnormal sounds in an apparatus with multiple operating and driving units.

• The system determines the occurrence of abnormal sounds by analyzing sound wave levels measured in different time periods.
• It also collects data on the driving states of the various driving units during these time periods.
• By comparing the driving states and the occurring states at different timings, the system identifies the specific driving unit responsible for the abnormal sound.
• This system aims to provide a more accurate and efficient diagnosis of abnormal sounds in complex apparatuses.

Abstract

An abnormal sound diagnosis system for specifying a cause of abnormal sound in an apparatus that includes a plurality of operating units that perform a predetermined operation and a plurality of driving units that drive the plurality of operating units: determines occurrence of abnormal sound in a plurality of time periods, based on sound wave levels of sound occurring in the apparatus measured in the plurality of time periods; obtains driving states of the plurality of driving units in the plurality of time periods; and specifies a driving unit corresponding to occurrence of abnormal sound based on a plurality of comparison results corresponding to different timings, that are obtained by comparing the driving states and the occurring states obtained at the different timings in the predetermined operation.

INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, PRINTING CONTROL METHOD, AND MEDIUM (18306373)

Main Inventor

KIWAMU HASEGAWA

Brief explanation

- The patent application describes an information processing system that supports trust printing by registering documents in a document assurance system to ensure their authenticity.

- The system obtains information about available image formation apparatuses (printers) and presents a setting screen for a selected printer based on this information. - The selected printer is then used to print the registered document according to the settings on the screen. - The information about the printers includes whether they are capable of trust printing. - If a selected printer is not capable of trust printing, the setting screen is displayed without the option to select trust printing.

Abstract

An information processing system is provided for supporting trust printing that prints a document to be printed by registering the document in a document assurance system that assures authenticity of the document. The system obtains information of usable image formation apparatuses, and provides a setting screen of an image formation apparatus selected from the usable image formation apparatuses based on the information, and causes the selected image formation apparatus to print the document to be printed in accordance with setting on the setting screen. The information contains information indicating whether the selected image formation apparatus is capable of the trust printing, and, in the providing, if the selected image formation apparatus is incapable of the trust printing, the setting screen is displayed such that a setting item for the trust printing cannot be selected.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18137554)

Main Inventor

Yuki Inoue

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method for controlling an information processing apparatus.

• The method involves transmitting a first job to a job processing apparatus.
• The first job is held in a job queue of the information processing apparatus while processing based on the first job is executed in the job processing apparatus.
• The method includes terminating the holding of the first job in the job queue if a second job is registered in the job queue, even if the processing based on the first job is still ongoing in the job processing apparatus.

Abstract

A method of controlling an information processing apparatus includes transmitting a first job to a job processing apparatus, executing first control for holding the first job in a job queue that the information processing apparatus has in a state where processing based on the first job is executed in the job processing apparatus, and executing second control for terminating holding of the first job by the job queue based on a fact that a second job is registered in the job queue in a state where the first job is held in the job queue even in a case where the processing based on the first job is executed in the job processing apparatus.

PRINTING SYSTEM, PRINTING APPARATUS, SERVER, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18299561)

Main Inventor

KENTA YABE

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a printing system that includes a printing apparatus and a server. The printing apparatus sends monitoring information to the server about its usage state. If the server determines that the usage state meets a certain condition, it sends a device setting to the printing apparatus to prevent it from receiving print jobs without going through the server.

• Printing system includes a printing apparatus and a server
• Printing apparatus sends monitoring information to the server about its usage state
• Server determines if the usage state meets a predetermined condition
• If condition is met, server sends a device setting to the printing apparatus
• Device setting prohibits the printing apparatus from receiving print jobs without going through the server

Abstract

In a printing system including a printing apparatus and a server that manages information about the printing apparatus, the printing apparatus transmits, to the server, monitoring information indicating a usage state of the printing apparatus. In a case where the server determines that the usage state of the printing apparatus satisfies a predetermined condition based on the monitoring information received from the printing apparatus, the server delivers, to the printing apparatus, a device setting to prohibit reception of a print job without going through the server. In a case where the printing apparatus receives the delivered device setting, the printing apparatus prohibits the reception of the print job without going through the server.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD FOR THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18299602)

Main Inventor

Yoshiharu Ito

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that manages authenticity confirmation information used to confirm the authenticity of data.

• The apparatus includes a computer-readable storage medium and a processor.
• The program stored in the storage medium is executed by the processor to perform the described method.
• The method involves managing a plurality of pieces of authenticity confirmation information and validity information indicating whether each piece is valid.
• The authenticity of data is confirmed using the valid authenticity confirmation information.
• If an instruction is received to invalidate certain authenticity confirmation information, the validity information associated with that information is updated.

Abstract

An information processing apparatus that includes at least a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing a program and at least a processor configured to execute the program to perform a method of managing a plurality of pieces of authenticity confirmation information used to confirm authenticity of data, managing validity information indicating whether each of the plurality of pieces of authenticity confirmation information is valid, and confirming the authenticity of the data using the authenticity confirmation information to be indicated as valid with the validity information, wherein in a case where the authenticity of the data is confirmed using second authenticity confirmation information that is different from first authenticity confirmation information and is indicated as valid with the validity information in response to an instruction for invalidating the first authenticity confirmation information, update the validity information associated with the first authenticity confirmation information.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18300474)

Main Inventor

Yuuki WAKABAYASHI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method for controlling an information processing apparatus.

• The method involves determining the size of a document as the first step.
• The second step involves determining a set value for a font size change function based on the determined document size.
• The font size change function is used to change the font size of an object applied to the document.
• The method aims to provide a way to control the font size of objects in a document based on its size.

Abstract

A method of controlling an information processing apparatus includes determining a document size, which is a size of a document, as a first determination step, and determining a set value that is used in a font size change function, which is a function of changing a font size of an object that is applied to the document, based on the determined document size, as a second determination step.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS WITH AUTOMATIC DETECTION AND INTERRUPTION OF DEFECTIVE IMAGE FORMING OPERATIONS (18349881)

Main Inventor

Tatsuomi MURAYAMA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that communicates with an image forming apparatus and a reader. 

• The apparatus includes a display and a controller.
• The controller obtains read image data from the reader.
• It determines the error of the read image data by comparing it with reference data.
• If the error is determined a certain number of times in succession, it cancels the image forming operation of the image forming apparatus.
• Similarly, if the error is determined a certain number of times in succession, it cancels the reading operation of the reader.
• The cancellation of both operations is notified on the display.
• The apparatus also allows the user to provide instruction information about the predetermined number of times.

Abstract

An information processing apparatus, which communicates with an image forming apparatus and a reader, including: a display; and a controller configured to: obtain read image data output from the reader; determine an error of the read image data based on the read image data and reference data; cancel image forming operation of the image forming apparatus in a case where the error is determined in succession a predetermined number of times; cancel reading operation of the reader in the case where the error is determined in succession the predetermined number of times; notify, on the display, the cancellation of the image forming operation and the reading operation in the case where the error is determined in succession the predetermined number of times; and receive a user's instruction information about the predetermined number of times.

LEARNING APPARATUS FOR USE IN HIDING PROCESS USING NEURAL NETWORK, INFERENCE APPARATUS, INFERENCE SYSTEM, CONTROL METHOD FOR THE LEARNING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD FOR THE INFERENCE APPARATUS, AND PROGRAM ([[US Patent Application 18297670. LEARNING APPARATUS FOR USE IN HIDING PROCESS USING NEURAL NETWORK, INFERENCE APPARATUS, INFERENCE SYSTEM, CONTROL METHOD FOR THE LEARNING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD FOR THE INFERENCE APPARATUS, AND PROGRAM simplified abstract|18297670]])

Main Inventor

Akihiro TANABE

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a learning apparatus that can perform a hiding process using a neural network, even without a dedicated processing unit for hiding.

• The learning apparatus utilizes a first inference model to obtain output data by processing input data.
• A second inference model is trained using the output data from the first model, and it includes a processing layer for hiding.
• The processing layer in the second model consists of at least one layer specifically designed for hiding the output data.
• The output data from the first inference model is used as input data to train the second inference model.

Abstract

A learning apparatus which is capable of implementing a hiding process even if there is no processing unit exclusively for hiding. The learning apparatus is used for the hiding process using a neural network. Output data is obtained from a first inference model that has been trained and performs predetermined processing on input data. A second inference model that includes a processing layer for hiding, which includes at least one layer for hiding the output data is obtained. The output data from the first inference model is used as input data to train the second inference model.

IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND COMPUTER-READABLE MEDIUM (18303665)

Main Inventor

YUICHI NAKADA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an image processing apparatus that is used for inspecting print products. Here are the key points:

• The apparatus obtains information about the local displacement between a first document image and a first read image.
• The first read image is obtained by scanning a print product that is based on the first document image.
• A reference image is generated by adding the local displacement to a second document image.
• The reference image is used for comparison with a second read image to inspect the print product.
• The second read image is obtained by scanning the print product based on the second document image.

Abstract

An image processing apparatus is provided. First information indicating a local displacement between a first document image and a first read image is obtained. The first read image is obtained by reading a print product based on the first document image. A reference image is generated. The reference image is obtained by adding the local displacement in accordance with the first information to a second document image. A second read image and the reference image is compared with each other to perform an inspection of a print product based on the second document image. The second read image is obtained by reading the print product based on the second document image.

FILE GENERATION APPARATUS, IMAGE GENERATION APPARATUS BASED ON FILE, FILE GENERATION METHOD AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18208341)

Main Inventor

Hironao Ito

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a file generation apparatus that creates a file containing material data and type information for generating a virtual viewpoint image based on a multi-viewpoint image. The apparatus then outputs the generated file.

• The invention is an apparatus for generating files with material data and type information.
• The files are used to create virtual viewpoint images based on multi-viewpoint images.
• The apparatus outputs the generated files.
• The material data specifies the characteristics of the materials used in the virtual viewpoint image.
• The type information specifies the type or category of the material data.
• The virtual viewpoint image is generated by using the material data and type information from the file.
• The invention aims to improve the generation of virtual viewpoint images by providing a standardized file format with material data and type information.

Abstract

A file generation apparatus generates a file which includes material data used for generation of a virtual viewpoint image that is based on a multi-viewpoint image and type information for specifying a type of the material data, and outputs the generated file.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18299160)

Main Inventor

YUJI YOKOKUBO

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that can determine the arrangement of a group of vertices based on characteristics of an imaging apparatus and a lens that can be attached to the imaging apparatus. It also includes a generation unit that can generate data of a mesh group based on the arranged vertex group.

• The apparatus determines the arrangement of a vertex group based on information about the imaging apparatus and the lens.
• The vertex group refers to a collection of points in a three-dimensional space.
• The characteristics of the imaging apparatus and lens can include factors like focal length, aperture, and distortion.
• The determination unit uses the first and second information to determine the optimal arrangement of the vertex group.
• The generation unit then creates data of a mesh group based on the arranged vertex group.
• The mesh group refers to a collection of interconnected polygons that form a three-dimensional object.
• This technology can be useful in computer graphics, virtual reality, and other applications that involve creating and manipulating three-dimensional objects.

Abstract

An information processing apparatus comprises a determination unit configured to determine arrangement of a vertex group on a basis of first information related to characteristics of an imaging apparatus and second information related to characteristics of a lens that is mountable to the imaging apparatus, and a generation unit configured to generate data of a mesh group based on a vertex group in the arrangement determined by the determination unit.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND COMPUTER-PROGRAM-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM (18302623)

Main Inventor

CHIAKI MIKAWA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that analyzes multiple images to identify a target person and extract an identification image.

• The apparatus acquires a plurality of images and image information related to a target person who receives a service.
• It analyzes the images to identify a subject and extract an identification image that represents the target person.
• The apparatus also acquires image capturing information for each image based on the image information.
• It further acquires service information associated with the identification information of the target person.
• The apparatus matches the image capturing information of a target image (different from the identification image) with the service information.
• Based on the matching result, the apparatus stores the identification information in association with each target image.

Abstract

An information processing apparatus acquires a plurality of images related to a target person who receives a service and image information added to each of the plurality of images, extracts an identification image including a subject to identify the target person by analyzing the plurality of images, acquires, based on the image information, image capturing information of each of the plurality of images, acquires, based on identification information corresponding to the identification image, service information regarding a service received by a target person associated with the identification information, performs matching between the image capturing information of a target image and the service information, the target image different from the identification image from among the plurality of images, and controls, based on a result of the matching, the identification information to be stored in association with each of the target images.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18302670)

Main Inventor

YUSUKE TODOROKI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that can detect objects in an image and edit the image accordingly. 

• The apparatus includes an object detection unit that can identify a region of a first object in the image.
• An editing unit is used to make edits to the image based on the detected region of the first object.
• A first attribute detection unit can detect a first subject with a specific attribute in the edited image.
• If the first subject is detected, a second attribute detection unit can identify a second subject with a different attribute in the edited image.
• A sorting unit is then used to sort the edited image based on the detection of the second subject with the second attribute.

Abstract

An information processing apparatus includes an object detection unit configured to detect a region of a first object in an image, an editing unit configured to edit the image based on the detected region of the first object, a first attribute detection unit configured to detect a first subject having a first attribute in the edited image, a second attribute detection unit configured to, in a case where the first subject having the first attribute is detected in the edited image, detect a second subject having a second attribute different from the first attribute in the edited image, and a sorting unit configured to sort the edited image based on a result of detecting the second subject having the second attribute.

IMAGE CAPTURE DEVICE, RECORDING DEVICE, AND DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE (18350582)

Main Inventor

Hidenobu Akiyoshi

Brief explanation

- The patent application describes an image capture device that can record high dynamic range (HDR) image data obtained through image capture.

- The device controls the encoding of HDR image data captured by an image sensor by dividing a portion of the HDR image data corresponding to a coding area into multiple divided HDR image data. - Each of the divided HDR image data is then encoded using encoding means. - The encoded divided HDR image data is recorded on a recording medium in a predetermined recording format. - The purpose of this innovation is to improve the encoding and recording of HDR image data, allowing for better preservation and playback of high dynamic range images.

Abstract

An image capture device for recording HDR (high dynamic range) image data obtained through image capture performs control so as to, when encoding HDR image data obtained by capturing an image with an image sensor, divide part of the HDR image data corresponding to a coding area to be encoded into a plurality of divided HDR image data, encode each of the plurality of divided HDR image data by using encoding means, and record the plurality of divided HDR image data that are encoded on a recording medium in a predetermined recording format.

ELECTROMAGNETIC DEVICE, ALIGNMENT APPARATUS, AND ARTICLE MANUFACTURING METHOD (18300792)

Main Inventor

Takeshi Sato

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an electromagnetic device that consists of two members with end faces facing each other through an air gap, and a coil wound around one of the members. The members are made of laminated steel plates, and the magnetic circuit formed by them includes a changing part where the lamination direction of the plates changes at a right angle, generating a magnetic flux along the plane direction of the plates.

• The device consists of two members and a coil.
• The members are made of laminated steel plates.
• The members have end faces facing each other through an air gap.
• The coil is wound around one of the members.
• The magnetic circuit formed by the members includes a changing part.
• The changing part causes the lamination direction of the plates to change at a right angle.
• The changing part generates a magnetic flux along the plane direction of the plates.

Abstract

An electromagnetic device includes a first member having a first end face, a second member having a second end face facing the first end face through an air gap, and a coil wound around one of the first member and the second member. Each of the first member and the second member is formed from a laminated body of a plurality of steel plates, and a magnetic circuit formed from the first member and the second member includes a changing part at which a lamination direction of the laminated body changes at a right angle to generate a magnetic flux along a plane direction of each of the plurality of steel plates.

TERMINAL DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF AND SYSTEM (18295325)

Main Inventor

YUHEI YOSHIMOTO

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method for controlling a terminal device in a push notification service.

• The method involves receiving notification information on the terminal device.
• The first notification process is executed to provide a notification of a first content based on the received notification information.
• The notification information includes both first information for the notification of the first content and second information for a notification of a second content.
• After displaying the first content through the first notification process, the second notification process is executed to provide the notification of the second content based on the same notification information.

Abstract

In a push notification service, information desired to be surely delivered to a user is displayed on a terminal device. A control method of a terminal device includes: a reception step for receiving notification information; and an execution step for executing a first notification process being executed for providing a notification of a first content based on notification information received by the terminal device in a case where the notification information includes first information for the notification of the first content and second information for a notification of a second content, and executing a second notification process being executed for providing the notification of the second content based on the notification information after the first content is displayed by executing the first notification process.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18297902)

Main Inventor

HIDEKAZU NAKASHIO

Brief explanation

- The present invention is about an information processing apparatus that can detect whether a sheet is set in a measurement device.

- The method involves detecting if a sheet is set in the measurement device based on a detection condition. - If a sheet is detected as being set, the measurement device measures a patch formed on the sheet. - The invention also involves setting different detection conditions for detecting whether a sheet is set or not in the measurement device.

Abstract

The present invention is directed to an information processing apparatus, the method comprising: detecting whether a sheet is set in a measurement device in accordance with a detection condition; in a case where a sheet is detected as being set, measuring a patch formed on the sheet, using the measurement device; and setting a first detection condition for detecting that a sheet is set in the measurement device and a second detection condition for detecting that a sheet is not set in the measurement device to mutually-different conditions.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18297959)

Main Inventor

YUKIHIRO SHINDO

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that is used for printing charts with multiple patches.

• The apparatus acquires information about the chart and displays the expected colors of the patches on a display unit.
• A colorimetric apparatus measures the actual colors of the patches on the chart, and the measured values are acquired and displayed.
• Objects indicating the measured colors are displayed on the display unit, superimposed on the expected color displays.
• The display portions of the expected colors are connected between adjacent patch displays, ensuring continuity in the visualization of the expected colors.

Abstract

An information processing apparatus comprises acquiring information related to a chart to be printed, the chart including a plurality of patches arranged adjacent to each other; causing a display unit to display a plurality of patch displays according to a plurality of expected colors of the plurality of patches being acquired, and a procedure of sequentially measuring, by a colorimetric apparatus, the plurality of patches formed on the chart; sequentially acquiring measured values measured by the colorimetric apparatus; and sequentially displaying objects indicating measured colors, based on the measured value for each patch being acquired in a manner superimposed on a part of the patch display according to a corresponding expected color such that a display portions of the expected colors are connected between at least one pair of adjacent patch displays even after the objects are displayed.

IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18349009)

Main Inventor

Ryotaro Imine

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an image processing apparatus that uses machine learning to analyze image data and determine if it contains sensitive information. 

• The apparatus has an input unit to receive image data.
• A learning unit performs machine learning processing on the image data using information contained in it.
• An estimation unit generates an estimation result based on the learned information using a learning model.
• A determination unit decides if the image data contains sensitive information.
• If the determination unit identifies sensitive information, the learning unit avoids performing machine learning on that specific information.

Abstract

An image processing apparatus includes an input unit configured to input image data, a learning unit configured to perform machine learning processing using information contained in the image data input by the input unit, an estimation unit configured to output an estimation result based on the information contained in the image data using a learning model generated by learning of the learning unit, and a determination unit configured to determine whether the image data input by the input unit contains sensitive information, wherein in a case where the determination unit determines that the image data input by the input unit contains the sensitive information, the learning unit does not perform machine learning on at least the sensitive information contained in the image data.

IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS CAPABLE OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION WITH PORTABLE TERMINAL (18350062)

Main Inventor

Takuya Uemura

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an image forming apparatus that can communicate with a portable terminal using near field wireless communication.

• The apparatus has a first communication portion that uses a specific type of wireless communication to communicate with the portable terminal when it is held over the apparatus.
• There is also a second communication portion that can communicate with the portable terminal using a different type of wireless communication, which has a broader communication range than the first type.
• The second communication portion is able to communicate with the portable terminal based on the communication established through the first communication type.
• The apparatus includes a sound generating portion that generates a notification sound to indicate when the communication between the portable terminal and the second communication portion is enabled.

Abstract

An image forming apparatus includes an image forming portion, a first communication portion for communicating with a portable terminal through near field wireless communication by using a first communication type in response to holding of the portable terminal thereover, a second communication portion, capable of communicating with the portable terminal on the basis of communication with the portable terminal by using the first communication type, for carrying out wireless communication with the portable terminal by using a second communication type broader in communication range than the first communication type, and a sound generating portion for generating a notification sound for notifying that communication between the portable terminal and the second communication portion is enabled in response to enablement of the communication between the portable terminal and the second communication portion.

IMAGE ACQUISITION APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR (18303687)

Main Inventor

DAIKI MAEDA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an image acquisition apparatus that includes pixels with sub-pixels.

• The apparatus has signal holding units to store signals from the sub-pixels.
• A signal processing unit acquires and processes the signals from the signal holding units.
• The signal processing unit has two modes:

 * In the first mode, it amplifies the signals by a predetermined factor and outputs them individually.
 * In the second mode, it amplifies the signals by different factors (some of which are different from the first mode) and adds them together before outputting.

Abstract

An image acquisition apparatus comprising pixels each including sub-pixels, the apparatus comprising signal holding units for holding signals from the sub-pixels, and a signal processing unit for acquiring and processing each of the signals from the signal holding units, wherein the signal processing unit includes a first mode of amplifying, by a predetermined amplification factor, the signals held by the signal holding units and individually outputting the signals, and a second mode of amplifying, by amplification factors at least some of which are different from the amplification factor in the first mode, the signals held by the signal holding units to add and output the signals.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM STORING PROGRAM (18303928)

Main Inventor

Chisei SUMITA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a method for setting up a wireless connection between a communication apparatus and an information processing apparatus.

• The method involves acquiring information about the communication apparatus from the communication apparatus itself.
• Based on this information, a selection screen is displayed on a display unit, allowing the user to choose a connection setting between the communication apparatus and an external device.
• The selection screen includes multiple connection methods that can be selected, including connecting to an access point outside the communication apparatus or directly connecting to the information processing apparatus without the need for an access point.
• The method then performs the necessary processing based on the user's selection on the selection screen.

Abstract

A method includes: acquiring information of a communication apparatus from the communication apparatus capable of wirelessly communicating with an information processing apparatus; displaying, on a display unit, a selection screen for a setting concerning connection between the communication apparatus and a device outside the communication apparatus, based on the acquired information of the communication apparatus; and performing processing according to a selection result on the selection screen. The selection screen is a screen on which a plurality of connection methods for the setting are selectably displayed, and the plurality of connection methods include a first connection method for connecting an access point outside the communication apparatus to the communication apparatus, and a second connection method for connecting, without the access point, the information processing apparatus to the communication apparatus.

PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM FOR STORING PROGRAM (18296722)

Main Inventor

YOSHINORI KAWAI

Brief explanation

The abstract of the patent application describes a method for converting color values in an image into ink data for printing. The method involves converting the color value of a first coordinate in a color space into ink data for subtractive color mixture, and converting the color value of a second coordinate into ink data for spot color. 

• The method converts color values in an image into ink data for printing.
• It includes converting the color value of a first coordinate into ink data for subtractive color mixture.
• It also involves converting the color value of a second coordinate into ink data for spot color.
• The second coordinate is different from the color of the subtractive color mixture.
• At least one of the adjacent coordinates to the second coordinate is also the second coordinate.

Abstract

The first conversion information is information for converting a color value of a first coordinate in a color space corresponding to the image data into ink data corresponding to ink of subtractive color mixture, and converting a color value of a second coordinate in the color space into ink data corresponding to ink of spot color which is different from a color of the ink of the subtractive color mixture. At least one of a plurality of coordinates adjacent to the second coordinate is the second coordinate.

PROVIDING APPARATUS, PROVIDING METHOD AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM FOR PERFORMING PROCESSING RELATING TO A VIRTUAL VIEWPOINT IMAGE (18220589)

Main Inventor

Takashi Hanamoto

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a providing apparatus that offers three-dimensional geometric data to generate virtual viewpoint images.

• The providing apparatus receives a data request from a communication apparatus.
• It decides which three-dimensional geometric data to provide as a response to the data request.
• The decision is based on a plurality of pieces of three-dimensional geometric data, including first and second data with different qualities.
• The chosen three-dimensional geometric data is then provided to the communication apparatus.

Abstract

A providing apparatus configured to provide three-dimensional geometric data to be used to generate a virtual viewpoint image receives a data request from a communication apparatus, decides which of a plurality of pieces of three-dimensional geometric data including first three-dimensional geometric data and second three-dimensional geometric data with a different quality than the first three-dimensional geometric data is to be provided to the communication apparatus from which the received data request was transmitted, and provides the three-dimensional geometric data decided on from among the plurality of pieces of three-dimensional geometric data, to the communication apparatus as a response to the received data request.

IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18306055)

Main Inventor

HIRONAO ITO

Brief explanation

The patent application is about an image processing system that aims to display attractive digital content, including a virtual point of view image and other images. Here are the key points:

• The system addresses the challenge of creating appealing digital content with virtual point of view images and other images.
• It provides a technique for displaying attractive digital content by identifying virtual point of view images and images from a different point of view.
• The system works with digital content of three-dimensional shape.
• It controls the display of images corresponding to the virtual point of view image and the image from a different point of view in a designated display area.

Abstract

It has been difficult to provide attractive digital content including a virtual point of view image and other images. The present disclosure is directed to providing an image processing system for providing a technique for displaying attractive digital content including a virtual point of view image and other images. Attractive digital content including a virtual point of view image and other images is displayed. The image processing system identifies a virtual point of view image and an image from a point of view different from a virtual point of view corresponding to the virtual point of view image from digital content of three-dimensional shape, and controls display of images corresponding to the virtual point of view image and the image from the point of view different from the virtual point of view corresponding to the virtual point of view image in a display area.

METHOD, DEVICE, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR ENCAPSULATING REGION ANNOTATIONS IN MEDIA TRACKS (18194454)

Main Inventor

Frédéric MAZE

Brief explanation

The present invention is a method of generating a media file.

• It involves generating a first track of media data samples.
• It also involves generating a region track associated with the first track, where each sample of the region track contains information about the geometry of one or more regions in the corresponding sample of the first track.
• The region description data structure in the region track includes a region identifier for each region.
• The method further includes generating a region annotation in a container.
• It also involves generating association metadata that links the region identifier with the region annotation.
• Finally, a media file is generated that includes the first track, the region track, the region annotation, and the association metadata.

Abstract

The present invention concerns a method of generating a media file, the method comprising: generating a first track of media data samples; generating a region track associated with the first track, each sample of the region track comprising a region description data structure comprising geometry information of one or more regions in at least one corresponding sample of the first track; wherein the region description data structure comprises a region identifier associated with each region; and the method further comprise: generating a region annotation in a container; generating association metadata associating a region identifier with the region annotation; generating a media file including the first track, the region track, the region annotation, and the association metadata.

IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS CAPABLE OF QUICKLY COOLING IMAGE SENSOR (18302947)

Main Inventor

Yosaku ENDO

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an image capturing apparatus with an image sensor unit.

• The image sensor unit includes an image sensor mounted on an image sensor board.
• The apparatus has a first drive mechanism that moves the image sensor unit in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis of the image sensor.
• It also has a second drive mechanism that moves the unit in a different direction perpendicular to the optical axis.
• A first duct is positioned opposite to the board and allows cooling air to pass through.
• The first duct has an air suction port and an air discharge port.
• When viewed from the optical axis direction, the first drive mechanism, second drive mechanism, air suction port, and air discharge port do not overlap around the image sensor.

Abstract

An image capturing apparatus includes an image sensor unit including an image sensor board on which an image sensor is mounted, a first drive mechanism that drives the image sensor unit in a first direction orthogonal to an optical axis of the image sensor, a second drive mechanism that drives the unit in a second direction orthogonal to the optical axis and different from the first direction, and a first duct disposed on an opposite side of the board to a surface on which the sensor is mounted, in a state opposed to the board, to allow cooling air to pass therethrough. The first duct has an air suction port and an air discharge port. When viewed from the optical axis direction, the first drive mechanism, the second drive mechanism, the air suction port, and the air discharge port do not overlap around the image sensor.

ELECTRONIC DEVICE, CONTROL MEANS THEREOF, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18302969)

Main Inventor

Tetsuro NAKAYAMA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an electronic device with a second control unit that determines whether to calculate the movement distance or angle of the device based on its power supply and user's use state. 

• The electronic device has a second control unit that determines the calculation based on power supply and use state.
• The second control unit calculates the movement distance or angle based on the detection result of a distance/angle detector.
• The power supply of the device is controlled according to the calculation result.
• If the power supply is OFF, the second control unit calculates the angle of the device.
• If the power supply is ON and the use state detector does not detect user activity, the second control unit calculates the movement distance.

Abstract

An electronic device includes a second control unit configured to determine which of a movement distance of the electronic device and an angle of the electronic device is calculated according to a state of a power supply of the electronic device and a use state that is detected by a use state detector that detects a use state of the electronic device by a user, calculates the movement distance or the angle of the electronic device based on a detection result of the distance/angle detector, and controls the power supply of the electronic device according to the calculation result, and in a case in which the power supply of the electronic device is OFF, the second control unit calculates the angle of the electronic device, and in a case in which the power supply of the electronic device is ON, the second control unit calculates the movement distance in a case in which the use state detector does not detect a state in which the user is using the electronic device.

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND ITS CONTROL METHOD, AND ACCESSORY AND ITS CONTROL METHOD (18349007)

Main Inventor

Takuo Tsuchiya

Brief explanation

- This patent application describes an electronic apparatus that can be attached to an accessory.

- The electronic apparatus has two processing units that can communicate with the accessory using different communication methods. - The first processing unit receives information from the accessory using the first communication method. - The second processing unit uses the accessory information to communicate with the accessory using the second communication method. - The electronic apparatus has two power states - a higher power state and a lower power state. - In both power states, the first processing unit can communicate with the accessory using the first communication method. - However, in the lower power state, the second processing unit cannot communicate with the accessory using the second communication method. - This innovation allows for efficient power management and communication with the accessory.

Abstract

An electronic apparatus to which an accessory is detachably attached includes a first processing unit communicable with the accessory by a first communication method, and a second processing unit communicable with the accessory by a second communication method. The first processing unit receives accessory information from the accessory by the first communication method. The second processing unit communicates with the accessory by the second communication method based on the accessory information. The electronic apparatus has a first power state and a second power state in which power is lower than that of the first power state. The first processing unit communicates with the accessory by the first communication method in the first power state and the second power state. The second processing unit communicates with the accessory by the second communication method in the first power state, but does not in the second power state.

IMAGING APPARATUS (18300283)

Main Inventor

HIROSHI NAKAMURA

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an imaging apparatus that includes a vibration device and a control substrate for outputting vibration.

• The vibration device is controlled to vibrate during the readout period of an image signal from an imaging device in an image capturing sequence.
• The vibration direction of the vibration device is parallel to the direction of a readout wiring line (vertical signal line) of the imaging device.

Abstract

An imaging apparatus includes a vibration device and a control substrate for outputting vibration. The control substrate controls the vibration device to vibrate during a period including a readout period of an image signal from an imaging device in an image capturing sequence. A vibration direction of the vibration device is arranged so as to be parallel with a direction of a readout wiring line (vertical signal line) of the imaging device.

IMAGING DEVICE, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING IMAGING DEVICE AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM (18299843)

Main Inventor

HIDEKI KADOI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes an imaging device that includes a setting unit, an exposure control unit, and a gradation correction unit.

• The setting unit is responsible for setting a target brightness level for a high-brightness region in an imaging scene.
• The exposure control unit performs photometry to control exposure in the imaging process.
• The gradation correction unit applies predetermined gradation correction to the obtained image.
• The device has two photometry modes - the first mode uses the high-brightness region for photometry and controls exposure based on the target brightness level set by the setting unit, while the second mode is different from the first.
• The gradation correction unit applies less gradation correction when the image is obtained using the second photometry mode compared to the first photometry mode.

Abstract

An imaging device includes a setting unit configured to set a target brightness level of a high-brightness region in an imaging scene; an exposure control unit configured to perform photometry to control exposure; and a gradation correction unit configured to perform predetermined gradation correction on an image obtained by imaging, wherein a mode for controlling the exposure includes a first photometry mode, in which photometry is performed using the high-brightness region as a photometry region and exposure is controlled on a basis of a target brightness level set by the setting unit, and a second photometry mode different from the first photometry mode, and the gradation correction unit suppresses the predetermined gradation correction more in a case in which the image is obtained by imaging using the first photometry mode than in a case in which the image is obtained by imaging using the second photometry mode.

SYNCHRONOUS COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM (18304229)

Main Inventor

MOTOHARU SUZUKI

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a synchronous communication apparatus that includes several components for processing received packets and time stamps.

• Output unit: This unit outputs a reception packet and a reception time stamp indicating when the packet was received.
• First storage unit: It stores the reception packet.
• Second storage unit: It stores the reception time stamp.
• Determination unit: This unit determines if the reception packet can be stored in the first storage unit based on its free capacity.
• Processing unit: It performs time synchronous processing using the reception packet and reception time stamp stored in the first and second storage units.
• Non-usage of time stamp: If the determination unit determines that the reception packet cannot be stored, the corresponding reception time stamp is not used in the processing.

Abstract

A synchronous communication apparatus includes an output unit configured to output a reception packet and a reception time stamp indicating a time when the reception packet is received, a first storage unit configured to store the reception packet, a second storage unit configured to store the reception time stamp, a determination unit configured to determine propriety of storage of the reception packet in the first storage unit, based on a free capacity of the first storage unit, and a processing unit configured to perform time synchronous processing using the reception packet stored in the first storage unit and the reception time stamp stored in the second storage unit, the processing unit being configured not to use the reception time stamp corresponding to the reception packet in a case where the determination unit determines that the reception packet is not storable.

DIRECT LINK RESOURCE RELEASING MECHANISM IN A MULTI-USER TXOP (18004865)

Main Inventor

Patrice NEZOU

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a patent application related to an access point (AP) in a wireless network. The AP is given a chance to schedule transmissions with other non-AP stations. It can allocate resource units to these stations for direct link transmission within a specific time period called TxOP. However, sometimes the allocated time is longer than what the peer stations actually need, resulting in wasted bandwidth. To address this issue, the peer station sends a resource releasing frame (e.g., a QoS Null frame) to the AP after completing its transmission, allowing the AP to reclaim the unused resource units. This allows the AP to use the saved time to offer more transmission opportunities to other stations within the TxOP.

• The patent application focuses on optimizing the allocation of resource units for direct link transmission in a wireless network.
• It addresses the problem of wasted bandwidth when the allocated time for transmission is longer than necessary.
• The solution involves the peer station sending a resource releasing frame to the AP after completing its transmission.
• The resource releasing frame allows the AP to reclaim the unused resource units and make them available for other stations within the TxOP.
• This innovation improves the efficiency of resource allocation and maximizes the utilization of available bandwidth in the wireless network.

Abstract

An access point, AP, is granted a transmission opportunity to schedule multi user transmissions with non-AP stations. The AP can provide resource units to peer stations for direct link transmission, within the TxOP. The DiL resource units are allocated for a duration. However, the duration may not match the peer needs and be too long. It results that bandwidth is lost. To give back the resource unit to the AP, a peer station sends, upon finishing the DiL transmission, a resource releasing frame, such as a QoS Null frame, to the AP over the allocated DiL resource unit. The AP may then reuse the time saved to offer more transmission time to other stations within the TxOP.

COMMUNICATION APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND SYSTEM (18305493)

Main Inventor

MITSURU KONJI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a communication apparatus that can establish wireless connections with an external access point and an information processing apparatus. 

• The communication apparatus attempts to establish a wireless connection with the external access point using certain information.
• If the attempt to establish the first wireless connection fails, the communication apparatus enters a predetermined mode of operation.
• In this mode, the communication apparatus can establish a second wireless connection directly with the information processing apparatus, without the need for the external access point.
• Once the predetermined mode is initiated, the communication apparatus establishes the second wireless connection.

Abstract

A communication apparatus includes: an attempt unit configured to attempt establishment of first wireless connection between the external access point and the communication apparatus using second information; a start unit configured to start, based on a failure of the attempted establishment of the first wireless connection, an operation in a predetermined mode, in the communication apparatus, for establishing second wireless connection without intervention of the external access point between the information processing apparatus and the communication apparatus; and a connection unit configured to establish the second wireless connection after the start of the operation in the predetermined mode.

LIGHT EMITTING DEVICE, MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF, DISPLAY DEVICE, PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION DEVICE, ELECTRONIC APPARATUS, ILLUMINATION DEVICE, AND MOVING BODY (18303751)

Main Inventor

YOSHIAKI TAGUCHI

Brief explanation

The patent application describes a light emitting device with multiple electrodes, an organic layer, a second electrode, and an insulating layer.

• The device has a structure that allows for efficient light emission.
• The first electrodes are separated by an insulating layer.
• The upper surface of each electrode has an inner region in contact with the organic layer and an outer region in contact with the insulating layer.
• The insulating layer has an opening that defines the inner region and a step that overlaps the outer region.
• This design helps improve the performance and reliability of the light emitting device.

Abstract

A light emitting device includes a plurality of first electrodes, an organic layer located above the plurality of first electrodes and including a light emitting layer, a second electrode located above the organic layer, and an insulating layer that separates the plurality of first electrodes from each other. An upper surface of each of the plurality of first electrodes includes an inner region in contact with the organic layer, and an outer region in contact with the insulating layer. The insulating layer includes an opening that defines the inner region, and a step located at a position away from the opening and overlapping the outer region.