3D Image Processing Circuit Parameter-Based Data Sequence Rearrangement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional three-dimensional television systems face challenges in timely production of corresponding data-sequence converters due to varying hardware standards, leading to potential gaps in displaying three-dimensional images, especially when panel manufacturers alter designs for optical factors, resulting in increased costs and design time for IC manufacturers.
Innovation Solution
A three-dimensional image processing method and circuit that utilize six parameters to rearrange image data from N source images into a data sequence corresponding to the hardware standard of three-dimensional televisions, allowing for flexible data arrangement and synchronization without requiring extensive redesign.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If IC manufacturers design data-sequence converters according to specific hardware standards, then the converters can generate correct three-dimensional image data sequences, but the design time and cost increase when panel manufacturers alter hardware designs
Solution Approach 1:
The data-sequence converter is designed with universal functionality to support multiple hardware standards (barrier technology, lenticular lens technology, polarizer technology) through configurable parameters. The controller can be programmed with different data arrangement patterns corresponding to various standards, allowing one converter design to serve multiple purposes without requiring complete redesign for each standard variation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses parameter-based configuration to adapt to different hardware standards. By changing parameters such as data arrangement patterns, pixel grouping methods, and color sequence configurations, the same converter hardware can generate data sequences compatible with different three-dimensional display technologies, avoiding the need for hardware redesign when standards vary.
2Reliability
If panel manufacturers alter hardware design for optical factors, then the optical performance improves, but the corresponding data-sequence converters cannot be produced in time
Solution Approach 1:
The controller is pre-programmed with multiple data arrangement patterns and conversion algorithms that correspond to various hardware standards and optical configurations. This preliminary preparation of software/firmware allows the converter to quickly adapt to different panel designs without requiring hardware redesign or extensive development time when optical factors necessitate design changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The data-sequence converter employs dynamic reconfiguration capability where the data arrangement pattern and processing logic can be adjusted based on the specific hardware standard being used. This dynamic adaptability allows the system to keep pace with panel manufacturer design iterations while maintaining compatibility with the altered hardware configurations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple data arrangement patterns are supported, then compatibility with various hardware standards is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The data arrangement patterns are segmented into distinct, modular configurations that can be independently selected and applied. Each hardware standard corresponds to a specific pattern segment, allowing the controller to implement only the necessary pattern for the current application rather than maintaining all patterns simultaneously, thereby reducing operational complexity while preserving versatility.
Data Source
AI summary
A three-dimensional image processing method and a three-dimensional image processing circuit using the above method are provided. The method is configured for processing N source images, and N is a natural number and is larger than or equal to two. Each of the source images corresponds to a visual angle, and each of the source images comprises image data with three primary colors. The image data of each of the source images are arranged in an array according to a predetermined color sequence. In the method, six parameters are provided firstly, wherein each of the six parameters is configured for defining a basic data-arrangement variation. Then, the image data with three primary colors of the N source image are obtained according to the six parameters, so as to form a three-dimensional image.