18586655. INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
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INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18586655 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that can display images in different modes and generate images from arbitrary viewpoints.
- The input unit provides first and second image data for different display modes.
- The switching unit allows switching between the first and second modes.
- The generation unit creates images from arbitrary viewpoints based on the second image data.
- The designation unit specifies the viewpoint for the generated image.
- The storage unit stores the viewpoint of the generated image.
Potential Applications: - Virtual reality systems - Augmented reality applications - 3D modeling and rendering software
Problems Solved: - Providing users with the ability to view images from different perspectives - Enhancing user experience in interactive visual applications
Benefits: - Improved visualization capabilities - Enhanced user engagement - Increased flexibility in image display
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Image Viewing Technology for Virtual Reality Systems This technology can be utilized in the development of virtual reality headsets, gaming applications, architectural visualization software, and medical imaging systems.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this technology improve user experience in virtual reality applications?
- This technology allows users to view images from different perspectives, enhancing immersion and interaction in virtual environments.
2. What are the potential implications of this technology in the field of 3D modeling and rendering?
- This technology can streamline the process of creating and visualizing 3D models from various viewpoints, improving efficiency and accuracy in design workflows.
Original Abstract Submitted
An information processing apparatus comprises: an input unit that inputs first image data used to display an image in a first mode and second image data used to display an image in a second mode; a switching unit that switches between the first and second modes; a generation unit that generates an image viewed from an arbitrary viewpoint based on the second image data; a designation unit that designates a viewpoint of an image to be generated by the generation unit; and a storage unit that stores the viewpoint of the image generated by the generation unit. The first and second image data are obtained by shooting a same subject in parallel with a plurality of image capturing apparatuses, and if a viewpoint is stored when the first mode is switched to the second mode, the designation unit designates the stored viewpoint.
