Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240348976). IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS HAVING MICROPHONES simplified abstract
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IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS HAVING MICROPHONES
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IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS HAVING MICROPHONES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240348976 titled 'IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS HAVING MICROPHONES
Simplified Explanation: The image pickup apparatus described in the patent application consists of three microphone units arranged efficiently in a compact space. The microphone units are positioned strategically around the optical axis of the lens barrel.
- The image pickup apparatus includes a lens barrel with an optical axis.
- Three microphone units are placed around the optical axis: one to the left, one to the right, and one in between.
- The lower end positions of the first and second microphone units are lower than the upper end position of the lens barrel.
- The lower end position of the third microphone unit is higher than the upper end position of the lens barrel.
Potential Applications: 1. Video recording devices 2. Surveillance systems 3. Virtual reality cameras
Problems Solved: 1. Efficient use of space in image pickup devices 2. Enhanced audio capture in conjunction with visual recording
Benefits: 1. Improved audio quality in recorded videos 2. Compact design for portable devices 3. Enhanced user experience in multimedia applications
Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in the development of compact video cameras, security systems, and virtual reality devices, catering to a wide range of industries such as entertainment, security, and gaming.
Prior Art: Prior research in the field of image pickup devices and audio recording systems can provide insights into similar technologies and innovations.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in microphone technology, compact camera design, and audio-visual integration for potential improvements in the image pickup apparatus.
Questions about Image Pickup Apparatus: 1. How does the arrangement of the three microphone units contribute to the overall efficiency of the image pickup apparatus? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating multiple microphone units into a compact device like this?
Original Abstract Submitted
an image pickup apparatus in which three microphone units are arranged with high space efficiency. the image pickup apparatus comprises a lens barrel having an optical axis, a first microphone unit disposed to a left of the optical axis in a left-right direction when viewed from an optical axis direction, a second microphone unit disposed to a right of the optical axis in the left-right direction, and a third microphone unit disposed between the first microphone unit and the second microphone unit in the left-right direction, wherein when viewed from the optical axis direction, a lower end position of the first microphone unit and a lower end position of the second microphone unit are lower than an upper end position of the lens barrel and a lower end position of the third microphone unit is higher than the upper end position of the lens barrel.
