Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240348902). IMAGING APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR simplified abstract

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IMAGING APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR

Organization Name

canon kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

SAIRI Iwata of Kanagawa (JP)

YUYA Sasaki of Saitama (JP)

IMAGING APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240348902 titled 'IMAGING APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR

Simplified Explanation

An imaging apparatus calculates attitude angles of a main body unit and a display unit based on gravitational accelerations from sensors and switches calculation methods based on vibration detection.

  • Angle calculation unit calculates attitude angles
  • Display unit and main body unit are involved
  • Gravitational accelerations from sensors are used
  • Calculation method switches based on vibration detection

Key Features and Innovation

  • Utilizes gravitational accelerations for angle calculation
  • Switches calculation methods based on vibration detection
  • Improves accuracy of attitude angle calculations
  • Enhances stability of imaging apparatus
  • Integrates sensor data for precise results

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in:

  • Camera systems
  • Robotics
  • Virtual reality devices
  • Drones
  • Navigation systems

Problems Solved

  • Inaccurate attitude angle calculations
  • Lack of stability in imaging devices
  • Difficulty in integrating sensor data effectively
  • Limited precision in determining device orientation
  • Challenges in adapting to vibration conditions

Benefits

  • Improved accuracy in attitude angle calculations
  • Enhanced stability of imaging apparatus
  • Precise determination of device orientation
  • Adaptive calculation methods based on vibration
  • Increased efficiency in sensor data integration

Commercial Applications

  • Camera manufacturing companies
  • Robotics industry for precise movements
  • Virtual reality headset developers
  • Drone manufacturers for stable flight
  • Navigation system providers for accurate positioning

Questions about Imaging Apparatus

How does the angle calculation unit determine attitude angles?

The angle calculation unit calculates attitude angles based on gravitational accelerations acquired from sensors.

What is the significance of switching calculation methods based on vibration detection?

Switching calculation methods based on vibration detection helps improve the accuracy and stability of attitude angle calculations in varying conditions.


Original Abstract Submitted

an imaging apparatus can include an angle calculation unit configured to calculate attitude angles of a main body unit and a display unit from gravitational accelerations acquired from a first acceleration sensor and a second acceleration sensor, and switches a calculation method of the attitude angles to be calculated by the angle calculation unit based on a vibration state detected by a vibration detection unit.