Image Processing Interface for Biometric Algorithm Comparison

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing image processing methods for biometrics, such as fingerprint and face recognition, require users to perform numerous operations to select and apply suitable image processing algorithms, making it difficult to compare and combine multiple algorithms effectively, especially for users without extensive knowledge of available treatments.

Innovation Solution

A method that allows users to easily compare and select image processing algorithms by displaying relevant treatment effects in a minimal number of operations, using a graphical interface where users can preview effects without additional actions, and apply selected treatments to specific image areas, with options for user preferences and history-based adaptations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If users select and apply image processing algorithms using existing tools with predefined processing algorithms, then image processing can be performed, but the number of operations required to compare and select suitable treatments increases significantly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of selecting and applying image processing algorithmsVSAvoidtime required to compare and select treatments
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The interface is segmented into multiple display areas showing different processing results simultaneously. Each display area presents a different treatment option, allowing users to compare multiple algorithms at once rather than sequentially, thereby reducing the time and operations needed to evaluate and select suitable image processing treatments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transitions from a sequential, one-dimensional selection process to a parallel, multi-dimensional display where multiple processing results are visible simultaneously across different display areas. This dimensional change allows users to compare treatments side-by-side without navigating through multiple steps, significantly improving ease of operation and reducing time loss.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Adaptability or versatility

If users apply multiple processing algorithms simultaneously, then more comprehensive image treatment can be achieved, but the complexity of selecting and managing multiple algorithms increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveability to apply combination of processing algorithmsVSAvoidcomplexity of selecting and managing multiple algorithms
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple processing algorithms and their results are segmented into distinct display areas, each representing a separate treatment option or combination. This visual segmentation allows users to manage and compare multiple algorithms independently while maintaining an overview of all options, reducing the perceived complexity of handling multiple processing methods simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The display system is designed to universally present various processing algorithm results in a standardized format across multiple display areas. This multi-functional interface can display individual algorithms, combinations of algorithms, and different processing stages uniformly, simplifying the management and selection of multiple algorithms by providing a consistent interaction model throughout.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Measurement precision

If users review multiple treatment options sequentially, then thorough comparison is possible, but the number of operations and time required increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveaccuracy of comparing treatment effectsVSAvoidnumber of operations to compare treatments
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs a multi-dimensional display approach where multiple treatment options are presented simultaneously in parallel display areas rather than sequentially. This allows users to maintain high measurement precision in comparing treatment effects by having all options visible at once, while dramatically reducing the number of operations required as users can directly observe and compare all treatments without navigating through sequential steps.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Data Source

PatentEP3143595B1Method of displaying images
Publication Date: 2021.01.06 IDEMIA IDENTITY & SECURITY FRANCE SAS
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AI summary

The present invention relates to a method of displaying images implemented by a data processing module able to be connected to a display system comprising at least two display zones (ZA1, ZA2), said method of displaying images comprising the following steps: - displaying of a first image (11) in a first display zone (ZA1) of said display system, - displaying of at least one second image (12) obtained by applying to the first image (11) at least one image processing algorithm, each second image (12) being displayed in a second zone (ZA2) of said display system, - as long as one of said second zones (ZA2) displaying one of said second images (12) is hovered over by a pointer, displaying, in all or part of the first display zone (ZA1), of at least one part of said first image to which is applied the at least one processing algorithm making it possible to obtain said second hovered-over image (12).