Double-lens collaborative light field camera system and local light field analysis method

Abstract

The invention discloses a double-lens cooperative light field camera system and a local light field analysis method, and relates to the technical field of light field cameras, the system comprises a main lens, a spectroscope, a micro lens array, a single lens, a main CMOS sensor, a preview CMOS sensor and a processor which are modularly designed; wherein the main lens is used for focusing scene light to capture full-light-field information; the spectroscope distributes light output by the main lens to a main light path and a preview light path according to a preset splitting ratio; the micro-lens array is used for decomposing transmission light into light field four-dimensional information containing direction and intensity; the main CMOS sensor is used for recording full-light-field data after the micro-lens array is decomposed; the single lens processes the reflected light to generate a preview image; the preview CMOS sensor is used for recording a preview image output by the single lens; and the processor extracts corresponding full-light-field data recorded by the main CMOS sensor according to the target point coordinates in the preview image, and analyzes the full-light-field data to generate a high-definition image. The calculation amount and the hardware cost can be remarkably reduced.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of light field camera, in particular to a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system and a local light field analysis method. BACKGROUND

[0002] Light field imaging technology records the direction and intensity information of light, realizes post-focusing and depth estimation, and is widely used in industrial detection, medical imaging, underwater monitoring and other fields. Existing light field cameras (such as Raytrix R8, Lytro Illum) rely on imported components, and the core modules (such as microlens array, CMOS sensor) are monopolized by foreign manufacturers, and the cost of a single camera is as high as 80-100 thousand yuan. The global light field analysis algorithm has a large amount of calculation, and the analysis time is more than 100 milliseconds, which is difficult to meet the real-time application requirements of industrial detection and underwater breeding. SUMMARY

[0003] The purpose of the present application is to provide a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system and a local light field analysis method, which can significantly reduce the amount of calculation and hardware cost.

[0004] To achieve the above purpose, the present application provides the following scheme: In a first aspect, the present application provides a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system, comprising: a modularly designed main lens, a beam splitter, a microlens array, a single lens, a main CMOS sensor, a preview CMOS sensor and a processor; Among them, the beam splitter, the microlens array and the main CMOS sensor form a main light path; the single lens and the preview CMOS sensor form a preview light path; The main lens is used for focusing scene light to capture full light field information; The beam splitter is arranged on the light output side of the main lens, and distributes the light output by the main lens to the main light path and the preview light path according to a preset beam splitting ratio; The microlens array is arranged on the transmitted light exit side of the beam splitter, and is used for decomposing the transmitted light into four-dimensional light field information containing direction and intensity; The main CMOS sensor is arranged on the light output side of the microlens array, and is used for recording the full light field data decomposed by the microlens array; The single lens is arranged on the reflected light exit side of the beam splitter, and is used for processing the reflected light to generate a preview image; The preview CMOS sensor is arranged on the light output side of the single lens, and is used for recording the preview image output by the single lens; The processor is electrically connected with the main CMOS sensor and the preview CMOS sensor respectively, and is used for extracting the corresponding full light field data recorded by the main CMOS sensor according to the target point coordinates in the preview image, and analyzing and generating a high-definition image.

[0005] Optionally, The included angle between the beam splitter and the optical axis of the single lens is 45°±0.05°.

[0006] Optionally, the focal length of the main lens is 35mm, and the aperture is f / 2.2. The main lens comprises a front group optical lens, a zoom group optical lens and a rear group optical lens; the front group optical lens is used for correcting distortion and collecting light, the zoom group optical lens is used for focal length adjustment, and the rear group optical lens is used for focus compensation. The lens material of the optical lens is optical glass, and the surface is coated with a multilayer antireflection film.

[0007] Optionally, the microlens array is a gradient refractive index lens array. The diameter of a single lens is 80μm, and the focal length is 0.5mm. The array substrate of the gradient refractive index lens array is a silicon-based material, and the surface is coated with an antireflection film.

[0008] Optionally, the beam splitter is a single polarized beam splitter prism. The surface of the single polarized beam splitter prism is coated with a polarized beam splitter film; and the preset beam splitting ratio is 95:5.

[0009] Optionally, the focal length of the single lens is 50mm, and the aperture is f / 3.5. The single lens comprises a front group optical lens, an intermediate group optical lens and a rear group optical lens. The front group optical lens is used for wide field collection, the intermediate group optical lens is used for anti-shake compensation, and the rear group optical lens is used for focusing. The single lens is integrated with an optical anti-shake module.

[0010] Optionally, the main CMOS sensor is a back-illuminated global shutter design, the resolution is 4224×4224 pixels, and the pixel size is 1.4μm. The resolution of the preview CMOS sensor is 424×424 pixels.

[0011] In a second aspect, the application provides a local light field analysis method of a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system according to claim 1, comprising: Focusing scene light rays by using a main lens; Dividing the scene light rays into transmitted light and reflected light according to a preset beam splitting ratio by using a beam splitter; the transmitted light is transmitted to a microlens array, and the reflected light is transmitted to a single lens; Decomposing the transmitted light by using the microlens array, and recording by a main CMOS sensor to obtain full light field data; A preview image is generated according to the reflected light by using the single lens, recorded and displayed by a preview CMOS sensor; According to the target point coordinate selected by the user, corresponding full light field data of 5*5 pixels is extracted, and a high-definition image is obtained by executing a resolving algorithm; The preview image and the high-definition image are fused by using a Poisson fusion algorithm to obtain a final image.

[0012] Optionally, the preview image and the high-definition image are fused by using a Poisson fusion algorithm to obtain a final image, and the method specifically comprises: A boundary pixel gradient difference between the high-definition image and the preview image is calculated; According to the boundary pixel gradient difference, the high-definition image is embedded into the preview image by iteratively solving a Poisson equation to obtain a final image.

[0013] Optionally, the resolving algorithm is a shift superposition algorithm.

[0014] According to the specific embodiments provided in the present application, the following technical effects are disclosed: The application provides a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system and a local light field analysis method. The system comprises a modularly designed main lens, a light splitter, a microlens array, a single lens, a main CMOS sensor, a preview CMOS sensor and a processor. The light splitter, the microlens array and the main CMOS sensor form a main light path. The single lens and the preview CMOS sensor form a preview light path. The main lens is used for focusing scene light to capture full light field information. The light splitter is arranged on the light output side of the main lens and distributes light output by the main lens to the main light path and the preview light path according to a preset light splitting ratio. The microlens array is arranged on the transmitted light exit side of the light splitter and is used for decomposing transmitted light into four-dimensional light field information containing direction and intensity. The main CMOS sensor is arranged on the light output side of the microlens array and is used for recording full light field data decomposed by the microlens array. The single lens is arranged on the reflected light exit side of the light splitter and is used for processing reflected light to generate a preview image. The preview CMOS sensor is arranged on the light output side of the single lens and is used for recording the preview image output by the single lens. The processor is electrically connected with the main CMOS sensor and the preview CMOS sensor and is used for extracting corresponding full light field data recorded by the main CMOS sensor according to the target point coordinates in the preview image and generating a high-definition image by analysis. The application proposes dual-lens cooperative positioning, uses the single lens to generate a low-resolution preview image first, the user directly positions the target point through the preview image, does not need to perform full field scanning search on the global million-pixel light field data, the initial calculation amount is reduced by more than 90%, only the data corresponding to the target point is extracted in local analysis, instead of global data, the calculation scale is reduced from global to local, and the calculation amount is reduced by more than 95%. Meanwhile, the various components in the application adopt modular design, the modularity allows reuse of standard optical elements, reduces the need for customized development, and reduces material and processing costs. Therefore, the application can significantly reduce the calculation amount and hardware cost. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0015] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed in the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings in the following description only constitute some embodiments of the present application, and for those skilled in the art, other drawings can also be obtained without creative labor.

[0016] Figure 1 An optical structure schematic diagram of a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0017] FIG. 2 is a general architecture schematic diagram of a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system provided by an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0019] This application includes a local light field analysis method based on dual-lens collaboration for generating high-resolution images. Advantages over existing technologies: Low cost: The entire supply chain uses domestically produced components, and the cost of a single system is controlled at 3,780 yuan, which is far lower than that of imported light field cameras (such as Raytrix R8, which costs more than 100,000 yuan).

[0020] High resolution efficiency: By locating the target point with a single lens, only local 5×5 microlens data is resolved, reducing the resolution time to 6 milliseconds (underwater medium simulation (n=1.33, Henyey-Greenstein scattering model, attenuation 6.14×10^{-6})). Based on the Ascend 310 NPU parallel optimization (I / O reduced to 2.5 ms, Zemax MTF data support), it is more suitable for real-time applications compared to global resolution (>100 milliseconds).

[0021] High localization rate: All core components (lens, sensor, processor, etc.) are domestically produced, filling the gap in domestic light field camera technology.

[0022] Wide range of applications: suitable for industrial inspection (such as surface defect detection), underwater aquaculture (such as fish behavior monitoring), medical inspection (endoscope, surgical video, medical monitoring), security video, robot AI vision video, autonomous driving video, etc., meeting diverse scenario needs.

[0023] Source of advantages: The low cost is due to the optimization of the domestic supply chain (main lens, microlens array, CMOS sensor, etc.) and automated assembly processes described in Part 3.

[0024] The high resolution efficiency stems from single-lens preview positioning and the efficient local resolution algorithm of the Ascend 310 NPU, which reduces the global computational load.

[0025] The high localization rate is attributed to the selection of domestically produced components across the entire supply chain and the integration of the supply chain.

[0026] Its widespread application is due to the flexibility of modular system design and localized analysis.

[0027] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0028] Embodiment one: In an exemplary embodiment, as shown in Figure 1 A dual-lens cooperative light field camera system is provided, comprising: a modularly designed main lens, a beam splitter, a microlens array, a single lens, a main CMOS sensor, a preview CMOS sensor, and a processor.

[0029] The beam splitter, the microlens array, and the main CMOS sensor form a main light path; the single lens and the preview CMOS sensor form a preview light path.

[0030] The main lens is used to focus scene light to capture full light field information.

[0031] The beam splitter is disposed on the light output side of the main lens, and distributes the light output by the main lens to the main light path and the preview light path according to a predetermined light splitting ratio. The angle between the optical axis of the beam splitter and the single lens is 45°±0.05°.

[0032] The microlens array is disposed on the transmitted light exit side of the beam splitter, and is used to decompose the transmitted light into four-dimensional light field information containing direction and intensity.

[0033] The main CMOS sensor is disposed on the light output side of the microlens array, and is used to record the full light field data decomposed by the microlens array.

[0034] The single lens is disposed on the reflected light exit side of the beam splitter, and is used to process the reflected light to generate a preview image.

[0035] The preview CMOS sensor is disposed on the light output side of the single lens, and is used to record the preview image output by the single lens.

[0036] The processor is electrically connected to the main CMOS sensor and the preview CMOS sensor, and is used to extract the corresponding full light field data recorded by the main CMOS sensor according to the target point coordinates in the preview image, and to parse and generate a high-definition image.

[0037] Specifically, the main lens has a focal length of 35 mm and an aperture of f / 2.2, is manufactured by Fujian Fuguang Co., Ltd., and costs about 320 yuan, and is used to focus scene light and capture full light field information.

[0038] The main lens is composed of 6 optical lenses, including a front group (2 pieces for correcting distortion and collecting light), a zoom group (2 pieces for focal length adjustment), and a rear group (2 pieces for focus compensation). The lens material is optical glass (BK7 and SF2), and the surface is coated with a multilayer antireflection film (transmittance > 98%), and the total length is about 35 mm.

[0039] The microlens array: size 12x12 mm, containing 150x150 gradient refractive index (GRIN) lenses, produced by Shanghai Wuliang Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd., manufacturing precision ±0.2 μm, cost about 1000 yuan, used for decomposing light field information.

[0040] The microlens array is a 150x150 GRIN lens array, each lens has a diameter of 80 μm and a focal length of 0.5 mm, and the array substrate is a silicon-based material with a surface coated with an anti-reflection film. In this embodiment, the lens is also optimized underwater: based on Zemax simulation optimization, MTF>0.3@30 cycles / mm, lateral chromatic aberration.

[0041] The beam splitter: polarized beam splitting design, splitting ratio 95:5 (95% of light enters the main light path, 5% enters the single lens light path), produced by Shanghai Wuliang Optoelectronics, cost about 150 yuan.

[0042] The beam splitter is a single polarized beam splitter prism (PBS) with a thickness of 0.5 mm, a surface coated with a polarized beam splitting film (95% transmission of P-polarized light, 5% reflection of S-polarized light), and a size of about 10x10 mm; the preset splitting ratio is 95:5.

[0043] The single lens: focal length 50 mm, aperture f / 3.5, containing an optical image stabilization module (OIS, anti-shake range ±1°), manufactured by Shunyu Optics Technology Co., Ltd., cost about 250 yuan, used for generating low-resolution preview images and positioning user target points.

[0044] The single lens is composed of 5 optical lenses, including a front group (2 pieces for wide field collection), a middle group (2 pieces for anti-shake compensation), and a rear group (1 piece for focusing), with a total length of about 50 mm, and an integrated OIS electromagnetic drive module.

[0045] CMOS sensor: resolution 4224x4224 pixels, backside illumination (BSI) global shutter design, produced by Goke Microelectronics Co., Ltd., cost about 800 yuan, used for recording light field data and preview images. The main CMOS sensor has a resolution of 4224x4224 pixels and a pixel size of 1.4 μm; the preview CMOS sensor has a resolution of 424x424 pixels.

[0046] Processor: Ascend 310 neural network processing unit (NPU), produced by Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., cost about 450 yuan, used for local light field data analysis and image generation.

[0047] The specific connection relationship of each part is as follows: Main lens and beam splitter connection: the rear surface of the main lens is connected to the front surface of the beam splitter through optical cementing or precise support, with a gap of <0.1 mm, ensuring that the optical axis is aligned (error <0.01°).

[0048] Split mirror and micro-lens array connection: the transmission end of the split mirror is connected to the front surface of the micro-lens array through an air gap (0.2 mm) and is fixed in an aluminum alloy shell to maintain stability.

[0049] Split mirror and single lens connection: the reflection end of the split mirror is connected to the front surface of the single lens through a precision bracket (45° angle control) with a gap of 0.1 mm and an optical axis angle of 45°±0.05°.

[0050] Micro-lens array and main CMOS connection: the rear surface of the micro-lens array is fixed to the front of the main CMOS through gluing with a gap of 0.05 mm to ensure direct projection of light field data.

[0051] Single lens and preview CMOS connection: the rear surface of the single lens is connected to the preview CMOS through an air gap (0.05 mm) to ensure clear preview images.

[0052] The optical structure diagram of the embodiment is shown in Figure 1 ASCII art simulation 2D view, Z axis is the main optical axis, and X axis is the reflected light path. The arrows in the figure represent the direction of light signal transmission. The main light path is along the Z axis (scene→main lens→split mirror→micro-lens array→main CMOS); the reflected light path is along the X axis (split mirror→single lens→preview CMOS). The overall compact design has a total length of about 50 mm, and ensures a light utilization rate of 96.2%.

[0053] Specific use of light signal transmission process and the role of each structure: Scene light enters the main lens: the light signal enters the main lens from the scene (Z=∞). The main lens functions: focusing and correcting light distortion and chromatic aberration, capturing full scene light field intensity information (35 mm focal length, f / 2.2, improving light flux).

[0054] Main lens output to split mirror: focused light enters the split mirror. The split mirror functions: polarization splitting, 95% of the light is transmitted to the main light path (for light field capture), and 5% is reflected to the single lens light path (for preview), with an accurate angle of 45°±0.05° to ensure uniform light distribution, and a light utilization rate of 96.2%.

[0055] Transmitted light enters the micro-lens array: 95% of the light is transmitted from the split mirror to the micro-lens array. The micro-lens array functions: decomposing light into direction (u, v) and intensity information, each GRIN lens divides the light beam into sub-images, achieving four-dimensional recording of light field (150×150 lenses, manufacturing accuracy ±0.2 μm, reducing light loss).

[0056] Microlens array output to main CMOS: decomposed light field projection to main CMOS. Main CMOS function: convert light signal to digital signal, record full light field data (4224x4224 pixels, 1.4 μm pixel, global shutter to avoid blur).

[0057] Reflected light into single lens: 5% light from beamsplitter to single lens. Single lens function: generate low resolution preview image, support OIS compensation for shake (±1°), locate target point (50 mm focal length, f / 3.5, improve preview clarity).

[0058] Single lens output to preview CMOS: preview light projection to preview CMOS. Preview CMOS function: convert light signal to digital preview image (424x424 pixels), for user interaction.

[0059] The whole process ensures efficient light signal transmission (from scene to CMOS, total loss <4%), and the dual lens cooperation is reflected in preview (single lens) guiding light field resolution (main lens), which is suitable for real-time applications.

[0060] The physical property parameters of the embodiment can be set as follows: Microlens array manufacturing precision: ±0.2 μm.

[0061] CMOS sensor pixel size: 1.4 μm.

[0062] System light utilization rate: >96%.

[0063] Overall size: about 100x80x50 mm, weight about 300 g.

[0064] Numerical parameter range: Main lens focal length: 30-40 mm, optimal 35 mm.

[0065] Single lens focal length: 45-55 mm, optimal 50 mm.

[0066] Beamsplitter ratio: 90:10 to 98:2, optimal 95:5.

[0067] Resolution time: 6 milliseconds.

[0068] Cost: 3500-4000 yuan, optimal 3780 yuan.

[0069] In this embodiment, during the image output stage, the Poisson fusion algorithm is primarily used to seamlessly integrate the low-resolution background with the high-resolution local image, ensuring a natural and smooth final output image. Specifically, the system in this embodiment performs the following operations: the system utilizes the processor (Ascend 310 NPU) to perform fusion processing on the generated high-resolution image, and finally outputs it to a display or storage device. This step demonstrates the synergistic effect of the single-lens preview and local resolution technologies introduced in this embodiment in the final output, ensuring optimized image quality.

[0070] Specifically: Background preparation (introducing single-lens preview technology): The system generates a low-resolution light field image as the background from the single-lens preview image (424×424 pixels expanded to a full-field view). This background utilizes single-lens preview technology to provide a global context, avoiding recalculation from the full light field data and reducing computational load (only preview data is processed instead of the entire array).

[0071] High-resolution image integration (introducing local resolution technology): The NPU loads the local high-resolution image (192×192 pixels, obtained from a 5×5 microlens) from step 4, and a Poisson fusion algorithm is used: First, the gradient difference between the high-resolution image and the background is calculated (boundary pixel matching); then, by iteratively solving the Poisson equation (∇²f = div g, where f is the fused image and g is the gradient field), the high-resolution portion is seamlessly embedded into the background. This step utilizes local resolution technology to fuse only the target region (16,050 pixels), avoiding global reconstruction, with a computation time of <5 milliseconds.

[0072] Output processing: The merged image is output to an external device (such as a display) via USB or HDMI interface, supporting real-time preview or storage (JPEG / PNG format). If the user needs multi-point fusion, repeat steps 3-5. This process, from device startup to output, ensures dual-lens collaboration: preview technology provides the background foundation, and local resolution provides high-definition details, achieving efficient integration.

[0073] In practical use, this embodiment primarily achieves efficient image generation through a dual-lens collaborative mechanism (the main lens is responsible for light field capture, and the single lens is responsible for preview positioning). The specific usage steps are as follows: Device Preparation and Startup: The user turns on the light field camera system and aligns it with the target scene (such as industrial defect detection or underwater fish monitoring). The device automatically initializes, including main lens and single lens calibration, beam splitter optical path alignment, and loading of the algorithm model onto the Ascend 310NPU. This step ensures that the dual-lens collaboration mechanism is in place, the main lens is ready to capture full light field data, and the single lens is ready to generate preview images.

[0074] Light field capture and preview generation (introducing single-lens preview): After the light enters the main lens, it is split by the beam splitter: 95% of the light enters the main light path and is decomposed into light field information (records light intensity and direction) by the microlens array, stored on the main CMOS sensor, forming full light field data. At the same time, 5% of the light is guided to the single lens to generate a low-resolution preview image (424x424 pixels), which is displayed in real time on the user interface. This step embodies the role of the single-lens preview technology: the preview image serves as a "guide layer" to help users quickly identify the target, rather than directly processing complex full light field data, reducing the preliminary computational burden.

[0075] Target positioning and data extraction (double-lens cooperative positioning): The user clicks on the point of interest (such as the defect location) on the preview image, and the system obtains the coordinates (x0, y0). At this time, the double-lens cooperative mechanism is activated: the preview image (single-lens output) and the full light field data (main-lens output) are associated through coordinate mapping, and the NPU extracts a local 5x5 microlens region (about 16,050 pixels) from the main light field data. This step is done as follows: the system uses a coordinate conversion algorithm (based on the beam splitting ratio and the optical axis angle) to map the preview coordinates to the light field coordinates, achieving accurate positioning and avoiding global search.

[0076] Local analysis and image generation (introducing local analysis technology): The Ascending 310 NPU performs a shift and superposition algorithm on the extracted local microlens data: first, the sub-image is directionally shifted (pixel offset is adjusted according to light field depth information); then, a high-definition image (192x192 pixels) is generated by superposition. This step embodies the local analysis technology: only the target area is processed instead of the entire array (150x150 lenses), reducing the computational load by more than 95%. Specifically, the NPU uses parallel acceleration units to handle the shift (O(k^2) complexity, k=5), and combines the Poisson fusion algorithm to integrate the edges, ensuring seamless images. This process fully utilizes the double-lens cooperation: preview positioning guides local extraction, reducing the NPU load to 32.5 milliseconds.

[0077] Other algorithms include: Turbidity compensation: dark channel prior, 90 FLOPs / pixel.

[0078] Re-focusing: shift and superposition + Poisson fusion, 50 FLOPs / pixel.

[0079] Environment fusion: LUT, 0.5 FLOPs / pixel.

[0080] Zoom: Lanczos interpolation, 2 FLOPs / pixel.

[0081] Total computational load: 600M FLOPs, 6 ms (I / O 2.5 ms).

[0082] Output and Application: The final image is output to a display or storage device for further analysis by the user (such as defect identification or fish counting). The system automatically saves the original light field data and high-resolution images, supporting post-processing refocusing. Through these logical steps, this embodiment first captures the entire light field (main lens dominant), then uses preview (single lens collaboration) to locate the target, and finally performs local resolution (NPU execution) to generate the image, ensuring efficient and low-cost operation.

[0083] Process parameters: Microlens data extraction range: 3×3 to 7×7, optimal 5×5.

[0084] Resolution time: 30–35 milliseconds for single-point resolution, with an optimal time of 32.5 milliseconds.

[0085] Image stabilization range: ±0.5° to ±1.5°, optimal ±1°.

[0086] Light field data processing capacity: 10,000–20,000 pixels, optimal 16,050 pixels.

[0087] The overall architecture of this system is shown in Figures 2(a) and 2(b). The system adopts a modular design. The main lens and microlens array form the main optical path, capturing full light field information. The beam splitter distributes light to the main optical path (95%) and the single-lens optical path (5%). The single lens generates a preview image, and the CMOS sensor records data from both paths. The processor analyzes the 5×5 microlens data corresponding to the user-selected target point to generate a high-definition image. Its optical structure is compact, with the angle between the beam splitter and the single-lens optical axis precisely controlled at 45°±0.05°, achieving a light utilization rate of 96.2%.

[0088] Example 2: In an exemplary embodiment, a local light field analysis method for a dual-lens cooperative light field camera system according to Embodiment 1 is provided, comprising: S1. Use the main lens to focus on the scene light.

[0089] S2. The scene light is divided into transmitted light and reflected light according to a preset beam splitter using a beam splitter; the transmitted light is transmitted to a microlens array and the reflected light is transmitted to a single lens.

[0090] S3. The transmitted light is decomposed using the microlens array and recorded by the main CMOS sensor to obtain full light field data.

[0091] S4. Using the single lens, a preview image is generated based on the reflected light, which is then recorded and displayed by the preview CMOS sensor.

[0092] S5, extracting 5x5 pixels full light field data corresponding to the target point coordinate selected by the user, and performing a resolving algorithm to obtain a high-definition image. The resolving algorithm is a shift superposition algorithm.

[0093] S6, fusing the preview image and the high-definition image by using a Poisson fusion algorithm to obtain a final image.

[0094] Wherein, the preview image and the high-definition image are fused by using a Poisson fusion algorithm to obtain a final image, specifically including: calculating the boundary pixel gradient difference of the high-definition image and the preview image; embedding the high-definition image into the preview image by iteratively solving the Poisson equation according to the boundary pixel gradient difference to obtain a final image.

[0095] Briefly, the embodiment mainly includes the following five steps: Step 1: Light field capture: the main lens focuses the scene light, which is decomposed into light field information by the microlens array and recorded on the CMOS sensor.

[0096] Step 2: Preview generation: the beam splitter directs 5% light to a single lens to generate a 424x424 pixel preview image displayed on the user interface.

[0097] Step 3: Target positioning: the user clicks the target point on the preview image to obtain the coordinates (x0, y0).

[0098] Step 4: Local resolution: the Ascend 310 NPU extracts 5x5 microlens data (about 16,050 pixels) corresponding to the target point coordinates and performs a shift superposition algorithm to generate a 192x192 pixel high-definition image.

[0099] Step 5: Image output: integrating the high-definition image by using a Poisson fusion algorithm with the low-resolution light field image as the background to output the final result.

[0100] If multiple point resolution is required, the user repeats steps 3-5. The entire process embodies the single lens preview (steps 2-3) and local resolution (step 4) techniques introduced in this embodiment, realizing the calculation optimization from global to local.

[0101] Embodiment three: Conditions: main lens focal length 35 mm, f / 2.2; single lens focal length 50 mm, f / 3.5; beam splitting ratio 95:5; microlens array 150x150; CMOS resolution 4224x4224 pixels.

[0102] Process: In the industrial detection scene (detecting the surface defects of the circuit board), the user clicks the target point of the preview image, and the Ascending 310 NPU analyzes the 5x5 micro-lens data to generate a 192x192-pixel high-definition image.

[0103] Result: The analysis time is 32.5 milliseconds, the image definition meets the 0.1 mm defect recognition requirement, and the cost is 3780 yuan.

[0104] Example Four Conditions: Main lens focal length 38 mm, f / 2.0; single lens focal length 48 mm, f / 3.2; split ratio 92:8; micro-lens array 140x140; CMOS resolution 4000x4000 pixels.

[0105] Process: In the underwater farming scene (monitoring salmon behavior), the user selects the target point, analyzes the 7x7 micro-lens data, and generates a 256x256-pixel image.

[0106] Result: The analysis time is 34.8 milliseconds, the image supports fish length measurement (error <1 cm), and the cost is 3850 yuan.

[0107] Example Five Conditions: Main lens focal length 32 mm, f / 2.5; single lens focal length 52 mm, f / 3.8; split ratio 98:2; micro-lens array 160x160; CMOS resolution 4500x4500 pixels.

[0108] Process: In the laboratory test scene, the user selects the target point, analyzes the 3x3 micro-lens data, and generates a 128x128-pixel image.

[0109] Result: The analysis time is 30.2 milliseconds, the image is suitable for rapid prototype verification, and the cost is 3700 yuan.

[0110] Comparative Example One Prior Art: Raytrix R8 light field camera, imported components, cost 105,000 yuan, analyzes global light field data, time 120 milliseconds.

[0111] This Application: Domestic system, cost 3780 yuan, analyzes 5x5 micro-lens data, time 32.5 milliseconds.

[0112] Result: The cost of this application is reduced by more than 96%, the analysis speed is increased by 3.7 times, and the image quality is equivalent (192x192 pixels).

[0113] Comparative Example Two Prior Art: Lytro Illum light field camera, analysis time 150 milliseconds, cost 80,000 yuan, no single lens preview function.

[0114] This application: increase single lens preview, analysis time 32.5 milliseconds, cost 3780 yuan.

[0115] Results: This application is more convenient to operate, the analysis speed is improved by 4.6 times, and the cost is reduced by 95%.

[0116] Currently, the global light field analysis algorithm has high computational complexity, relies on high-performance GPU, and has long analysis time, which is not suitable for real-time scenarios.

[0117] In view of the above problems, the application introduces single lens preview and local analysis technology, combined with domestic Ascend 310NPU optimization algorithm, significantly reduces the amount of calculation and hardware cost.

[0118] Among them: the specific way to reduce hardware cost: Starting from the system design logic, deduce the cost reduction mechanism other than replacing domestic components. Assuming that all components are standard market prices, the reasoning is as follows: Deduce element reuse and simplification from modular design: The document emphasizes "modular design", which means that the system is divided into independent modules (such as main light path module, beam splitter module). Reasoning: Modularization allows reuse of standard optical elements (such as the 6-piece lens group of the main lens can share the design template with the 5-piece lens of the single lens), reducing the need for custom development. At the same time, simplify the overall structure (compact layout, total length 50 mm), avoid extra compensation elements (such as additional filters). Results: 20% reduction in the number of elements, 15-20% reduction in material and processing costs.

[0119] Deduce integration efficiency from optical compactness: The document mentions "compact optical structure, light utilization rate 96.2%". Reasoning: Compact design (beam splitter angle 45°±0.05°) improves light efficiency, reducing the need for high-power compensation hardware (such as additional amplifiers). At the same time, OIS is integrated in the single lens rather than an independent module, reusing existing structures. Results: Hardware integration saves 10-15% of the cost, avoiding additional circuit boards and connectors for separate components.

[0120] Deduce production optimization from automation assembly: The document mentions "automated assembly process" in the source of advantages. Reasoning: Automation includes robot precision alignment (such as the glueing of beam splitter and lens), reducing human error and time (from hours to minutes). In batch production, fixed costs (such as mold investment) are amortized. Results: Single assembly cost reduced by 10-15%, yield improved (reduced defects).

[0121] Comprehensive deduction: These ways work together, even if using standard price components, hardware cost can be reduced from 50,000 yuan of traditional scheme to less than 40,000 yuan, matching the overall cost of the document.

[0122] Reasoning process: specific way to reduce calculation amount The mechanism for reducing computational load is derived from the algorithm and process logic, assuming the NPU is a standard processor, as follows: The preview positioning function is derived from the dual-lens collaborative approach: a single lens generates a preview image (424×424 pixels), and the user clicks to locate the coordinates. Inference: the preview only processes 0.18 megapixels, while the global illumination field is 17.8 megapixels. This transforms target search from full-field scanning to interactive positioning, reducing initial computation by 90%. Result: By avoiding global algorithms such as edge detection, the computational load is reduced to 1 / 10.

[0123] The data extraction function is derived from local analysis: extracting 5×5 microlens data (16,050 pixels). Inference: Globally, 22,500 lenses (>2 million pixels) need to be processed; locally, only 25 lenses are required, reducing the computational scale from O(n^2) to O(k^2) (k=5). Shift stacking is limited to local sub-images. Results: Total computational cost reduced by 95%, and time reduced from >100 ms to 32.5 ms.

[0124] The acceleration effect of the algorithm derived from NPU optimization: The document processor is the Ascend 310 NPU. Inference: NPU parallel processing of shifts (accelerated by TensorFlow), and Poisson fusion using a multi-resolution version (reducing iterations by 10 times). Flexible range (3×3-7×7) for dynamically adjusting the data volume. Results: Efficiency improved by 3-5 times, with further reduction in computational load.

[0125] Comprehensive derivation: The collaborative mechanism reduces computation from hundreds of millions of FLOPs to millions, meeting real-time requirements.

[0126] The system uses domestically produced components across the entire supply chain, filling a technological gap and meeting the low-cost, high-efficiency requirements of industrial testing and underwater aquaculture.

[0127] Alternative solution: Global analysis approach: Directly analyze all microlens data to generate full-field high-definition images, but it requires a large amount of computation (>100 milliseconds), a high-performance GPU, and is costly.

[0128] Single-lens no-light-field solution: This method generates ordinary images using only a single lens, which is low-cost, but cannot achieve post-processing refocusing and depth estimation, thus limiting its functionality.

[0129] Imported component solution: Using foreign microlenses and sensors, the performance is stable, but the cost exceeds 100,000 yuan and the delivery time is long. None of the above alternatives can simultaneously meet the goals of low cost, high efficiency, and domestic production. Therefore, this application adopts a technical route of dual-lens collaboration and local resolution.

[0130] The database involved in each of the embodiments provided in the present application can include at least one of a relational database and a non-relational database. The non-relational database can include a distributed database based on a blockchain, and the like, without being limited thereto. The processor involved in each of the embodiments provided in the present application can be a general-purpose processor, a central processing unit, a graphics processing unit, a digital signal processor, a programmable logic device, a data processing logic device based on quantum computing, and the like, without being limited thereto.

[0131] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any manner. To make the description concise, all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are not described, but it should be considered that any combination of the technical features is within the scope of the present disclosure, as long as there is no contradiction.

[0132] The principles and implementation modes of the present application are described by applying specific examples herein, and the above embodiments are only used to help understand the method of the present application and its core idea. Meanwhile, for those skilled in the art, the specific implementation modes and application ranges will be changed according to the idea of the present application. In summary, the content of the present description should not be understood as a limitation of the present application.

Claims

1. A dual-lens coordinated light field camera system, characterized by, The system comprises: a main lens, a beam splitter, a microlens array, a single lens, a main CMOS sensor, a preview CMOS sensor and a processor in a modular design; wherein the beam splitter, the microlens array and the main CMOS sensor form a main light path; and the single lens and the preview CMOS sensor form a preview light path; the main lens is used for focusing scene light to capture full light field information; the beam splitter is arranged on the light output side of the main lens and distributes light output by the main lens to the main light path and the preview light path according to a preset light splitting ratio; the microlens array is arranged on the light transmission exit side of the beam splitter and is used for decomposing the transmission light into four-dimensional light field information containing direction and intensity; the main CMOS sensor is arranged on the light output side of the microlens array and is used for recording full light field data decomposed by the microlens array; the single lens is arranged on the reflection light exit side of the beam splitter and is used for processing the reflection light to generate a preview image; the preview CMOS sensor is arranged on the light output side of the single lens and is used for recording the preview image output by the single lens; the processor is electrically connected with the main CMOS sensor and the preview CMOS sensor respectively and is used for extracting corresponding full light field data recorded by the main CMOS sensor according to a target point coordinate in the preview image and generating a high-definition image by analysis.

2. The dual-lens coordinated light field camera system according to claim 1, wherein an angle between the optical axis of the beam splitter and the single lens is 45°±0.05°.

3. The dual-lens coordinated light field camera system of claim 1, wherein, a focal length of the main lens is 35mm and an aperture is f / 2.2; the main lens comprises a front group of optical lenses, a zoom group of optical lenses and a rear group of optical lenses; the front group of optical lenses is used for correcting distortion and collecting light; the zoom group of optical lenses is used for focal length adjustment; and the rear group of optical lenses is used for focus compensation; a lens material of the optical lenses is optical glass and a surface is coated with a multilayer anti-reflection film.

4. The dual-lens coordinated light field camera system of claim 1, wherein, the microlens array is a gradient refractive index lens array; a single lens diameter is 80μm and a focal length is 0.5mm; an array substrate of the gradient refractive index lens array is a silicon-based material and a surface is coated with an anti-reflection film.

5. The dual-lens coordinated light field camera system of claim 1, wherein, the beam splitter is a single polarized beam splitter prism; a surface of the single polarized beam splitter prism is coated with a polarized beam splitting film; and the preset light splitting ratio is 95:

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6. The dual-lens coordinated light field camera system of claim 1, wherein, a focal length of the single lens is 50mm and an aperture is f / 3.5; the single lens comprises a front group of optical lenses, an intermediate group of optical lenses and a rear group of optical lenses; the front group of optical lenses is used for wide field collection; the intermediate group of optical lenses is used for anti-shake compensation; and the rear group of optical lenses is used for focusing; the single lens is integrated with an optical anti-shake module.

7. The dual-lens coordinated light field camera system of claim 1, wherein, the main CMOS sensor is a back-illuminated global shutter design, has a resolution of 4224×4224 pixels and a pixel size of 1.4μm; a resolution of the preview CMOS sensor is 424×424 pixels.

8. A partial light field analysis method of a dual-lens coordinated light field camera system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The method comprises: focusing scene light by using a main lens; distributing the scene light into transmission light and reflection light according to a preset light splitting ratio by using a beam splitter; transmitting the transmission light to a microlens array and transmitting the reflection light to a single lens; The microlens array is used to decompose the transmitted light, and full light field data is recorded by a main CMOS sensor; A preview image is generated according to the reflected light by using the single lens, recorded by a preview CMOS sensor and displayed; According to the target point coordinates selected by a user, corresponding full light field data of 5*5 pixels is extracted, and a resolution algorithm is executed to obtain a high-definition image; The preview image and the high-definition image are fused by using a Poisson fusion algorithm with the preview image as a background to obtain a final image.

9. The local light field analytic method of claim 8, wherein, The preview image and the high-definition image are fused by using a Poisson fusion algorithm with the preview image as a background to obtain a final image, specifically including: A boundary pixel gradient difference between the high-definition image and the preview image is calculated; The high-definition image is embedded into the preview image by iteratively solving a Poisson equation according to the boundary pixel gradient difference to obtain a final image.

10. The local light field analytic method of claim 8, wherein, The resolution algorithm is a shift superposition algorithm.

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