Qualcomm incorporated (20240214693). MACROSCOPIC REFRACTING LENS IMAGE SENSOR simplified abstract
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MACROSCOPIC REFRACTING LENS IMAGE SENSOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Edwin Chongwoo Park of San Diego CA (US)
Ravi Shankar Kadambala of Hyderabad (IN)
Bapineedu Chowdary Gummadi of Hyderabad (IN)
MACROSCOPIC REFRACTING LENS IMAGE SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240214693 titled 'MACROSCOPIC REFRACTING LENS IMAGE SENSOR
The abstract of the patent application describes an image sensor with an array of pixels, each configured to detect different colors of light, and an array of lenses overlaying the pixels, each lens type passing and refracting specific colors of light.
- Image sensor with pixels detecting red, green, blue, and green light.
- Array of lenses with different types passing and refracting specific colors of light.
- First lens type passes red light and refracts blue and green light.
- Second lens type passes green light and refracts blue and red light.
- Third lens type passes blue light and refracts red and green light.
- Fourth lens type passes green light and refracts blue and red light.
Potential Applications: - High-quality color imaging in digital cameras. - Medical imaging for accurate color representation. - Remote sensing applications for environmental monitoring.
Problems Solved: - Accurate color detection and representation. - Enhanced image quality in various applications.
Benefits: - Improved color accuracy in images. - Enhanced image quality and detail. - Versatile applications in different fields.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Color Imaging Technology for Various Industries This technology can be used in digital cameras, medical imaging devices, and remote sensing equipment, providing accurate color representation and high-quality images for commercial use. The market implications include improved product quality and performance in industries such as photography, healthcare, and environmental monitoring.
Prior Art: Researchers can explore existing patents related to image sensors, color detection technologies, and lens configurations to understand the background of this innovation.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly developing new techniques to improve color accuracy and image quality in digital imaging technologies. Stay updated on the latest advancements in image sensor technology and lens configurations for enhanced performance.
Questions about Image Sensor Technology: 1. How does the configuration of different pixel types in the image sensor contribute to accurate color detection? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this advanced color imaging technology in various commercial applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
at least one feature pertains to an image sensor having an array of pixels with a configuration that includes a first pixel type configured to detect red light, a second pixel type configured to detect green light, a third pixel type configured to detect blue light and a fourth pixel type configured to detect green light and an array of lenses overlaying the array of pixels that comprises a first lens type, a second lens type, a third lens type and a fourth lens type where the first lens type is configured to pass red light and refract blue light and green light, the second lens type is configured to pass green light and refract blue light and red light, the third lens type is configured to pass blue light and refract red light and green light, and the fourth lens type is configured to pass green light and refract blue light and red light.
