18757858. IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
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Kazufumi Onuma of Kanagawa (JP)
IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18757858 titled 'IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
The present disclosure involves generating a virtual viewpoint image that matches an object's sight by processing captured images and symbol representations.
- Image processing apparatus with memories and processors
- Obtain multiple images while displaying a symbol representing where the object should look
- Generate a virtual viewpoint image based on the position and view direction from the virtual viewpoint
- Virtual viewpoint position is where the symbol is displayed, and view direction is specified based on the object's position
Potential Applications: - Virtual reality systems - Augmented reality applications - Gaming technology - Surveillance systems - Remote viewing platforms
Problems Solved: - Enhances user experience in virtual environments - Improves accuracy in matching virtual and real-world perspectives - Enables more immersive and interactive experiences
Benefits: - Enhanced visualizations in virtual environments - Improved accuracy in aligning virtual and real-world perspectives - Increased user engagement and immersion - Enhanced user control and interaction in virtual settings
Commercial Applications: Title: Virtual Viewpoint Image Generation Technology for Enhanced User Experiences This technology can be utilized in various industries such as virtual reality, gaming, surveillance, and remote viewing platforms to enhance user experiences and improve accuracy in visual representations.
Questions about Virtual Viewpoint Image Generation Technology: 1. How does this technology improve user engagement in virtual environments? 2. What are the potential applications of this technology beyond virtual reality systems?
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure allows for generating a virtual viewpoint image matching an object's sight. To achieve this, an image processing apparatus comprises one or more memories storing instructions; and one or more processors executing the instructions to: obtain a plurality of images captured by a plurality of image capturing devices while a symbol representing a position at which an object should direct a look is being displayed; and generate a virtual viewpoint image in accordance with a position of a virtual viewpoint and a view direction from the virtual viewpoint, the position of the virtual viewpoint being a position at which the symbol is displayed, and the view direction from the virtual viewpoint being a direction specified based on the position of the virtual viewpoint and a position of the object.
