18598909. INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

WAKI Midorikawa of Kanagawa (JP)

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18598909 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM

    • Simplified Explanation:**

The patent application involves editing histories of multiple pieces of material data to create a virtual viewpoint image. If the editing histories meet certain conditions, authentication information is assigned to the generated virtual viewpoint image.

    • Key Features and Innovation:**
  • Editing histories of material data are used to generate a virtual viewpoint image.
  • Authentication information is assigned based on predetermined conditions being met.
  • The technology ensures the integrity and authenticity of the virtual viewpoint image.
    • Potential Applications:**

This technology can be used in virtual reality applications, augmented reality systems, and digital content creation platforms.

    • Problems Solved:**

The technology addresses the need for authenticating virtual viewpoint images and ensuring the accuracy of edited material data.

    • Benefits:**
  • Enhanced security and authenticity of virtual viewpoint images.
  • Improved trust in the accuracy of edited material data.
  • Streamlined editing processes for generating virtual viewpoint images.
    • Commercial Applications:**

The technology can be applied in industries such as entertainment, gaming, architecture, and virtual tours to create immersive and authentic virtual experiences.

    • Questions about the Technology:**

1. How does the technology ensure the editing histories meet the predetermined conditions? 2. What are the potential implications of using authentication information in virtual viewpoint images?


Original Abstract Submitted

Editing histories of a plurality of pieces of material data to be used for generating a virtual viewpoint image are specified. If the specified editing histories satisfy a predetermined condition of each of the plurality of pieces of material data, authentication information is assigned to the virtual viewpoint image generated on the basis of the plurality of pieces of material data.