18734337. ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF
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Hiroyuki Furumochi of Tokyo (JP)
ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18734337 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF
The abstract describes an electronic device with an image sensor that can switch between actuation methods based on input instructions. The switching can occur either during a standby state of the image sensor or at the start of the next frame.
- Image sensor with switchable actuation methods
- Input unit for providing instructions for switching actuation methods
- Controller that switches actuation methods based on predetermined conditions
- First switching method during standby state of image sensor
- Second switching method at the start of the next frame
Potential Applications: - Surveillance systems - Photography equipment - Medical imaging devices
Problems Solved: - Efficient use of image sensor resources - Flexibility in adjusting actuation methods
Benefits: - Improved image quality - Enhanced performance - Energy efficiency
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Image Sensor Technology for Enhanced Performance" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as security, photography, and healthcare for improved image capture and processing.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the electronic device determine when to switch between actuation methods? The device switches actuation methods based on a predetermined condition according to the input of the instruction. 2. What are the advantages of having switchable actuation methods in an image sensor? Switchable actuation methods allow for flexibility and optimization of image sensor performance based on specific needs.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device comprises: an image sensor; an input unit used for inputting an instruction that accompanies switching of an actuation method of the image sensor; and a controller that switches the actuation method of the image sensor using either of a first switching method and a second switching method based on a predetermined condition according to an input of the instruction. In the first switching method, the actuation method is switched via a standby state of the image sensor according to the input of the instruction, and in the second switching method, the actuation method is switched at a timing of a start of a next frame immediately after the input of the instruction while actuating the image sensor at a predetermined frame rate.
