Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240104832). IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIA simplified abstract

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IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIA

Organization Name

canon kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

TOMOAKI Arai of Tokyo (JP)

IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIA - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240104832 titled 'IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIA

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a management apparatus that can display a first digital content selected by a user alongside a second digital content that includes a subject associated with the virtual viewpoint image of the first digital content.

  • The management apparatus acquires multiple digital contents, each with a virtual viewpoint image linked to a subject.
  • It identifies a user-selected first digital content and a second digital content with a virtual viewpoint image that includes a subject from the first digital content.
  • The display image generated by the management apparatus includes both the first and second digital contents.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in virtual reality systems, augmented reality applications, digital content management platforms, and interactive multimedia displays.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of seamlessly integrating related digital contents with virtual viewpoint images, providing a more immersive and interactive user experience.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include enhanced user engagement, improved content organization, and a more intuitive way to navigate and explore digital content.

Potential Commercial Applications

Potential commercial applications of this technology include virtual reality gaming, educational platforms, digital art galleries, and virtual tours for real estate or tourism.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology could be existing virtual reality or augmented reality systems that allow users to interact with digital content in a simulated environment.

Unanswered Questions

How does the management apparatus determine the imaging range for the virtual viewpoint images in the second digital content?

The abstract does not provide details on how the management apparatus calculates the imaging range for the virtual viewpoint images in the second digital content.

What types of subjects are typically associated with virtual viewpoint images in digital contents?

The abstract does not specify the range of subjects that can be associated with virtual viewpoint images in digital contents, leaving room for further exploration and clarification.


Original Abstract Submitted

a management apparatus acquires a plurality of digital contents each including a virtual viewpoint image associated with one subject, and identifies a first digital content selected by a user, and a second digital content including a virtual viewpoint image, which includes a subject associated with a virtual viewpoint image of the first digital content in an imaging range. the management apparatus generates a display image including the first digital content and the second digital content.