Coded Graphic Representation Using Element Pitch Deviation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional information coding techniques require altering original pictures to include subtle distinguishing marks, making it tedious for authorized individuals to identify these marks and inefficient for secure information access.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus for producing a coded graphic representation by creating an array of graphic indication pairs with similar element pitches, where at least one pair is displaced to create a 3D effect, allowing for efficient location and color-based information coding without needing an original picture for reference.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If subtle distinguishing marks are included in an original picture for information coding, then security is improved, but the complexity of identifying these marks increases and efficiency decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovesecurityVSAvoidcomplexity of identifying marks
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies color changes by using distinguishing marks of different colors (e.g., red, green, blue) to represent different information categories or levels. This allows authorized persons to quickly identify and categorize information based on color coding, reducing the complexity of identification while maintaining security through subtle visual differentiation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #32Color changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a spatial dimension by positioning distinguishing marks at specific locations within the picture (e.g., corners, edges, or specific regions). This dimensional approach allows multiple pieces of information to be encoded in different spatial zones, enabling efficient information coding without requiring complex mark identification throughout the entire image.

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

2Reliability

If subtle distinguishing marks are used for information coding, then security is improved, but the time required to identify these marks increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovesecurityVSAvoidtime to identify marks
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the picture into distinct regions or zones, each containing specific types of distinguishing marks. This segmentation allows authorized persons to focus their attention on specific areas rather than scanning the entire image, significantly reducing the time required to identify and process coded information while maintaining security through distributed mark placement.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

By using color-coded distinguishing marks, the patent enables rapid visual processing and categorization of information. Authorized persons can quickly scan for specific colors to identify relevant information, reducing identification time while maintaining security through subtle color variations that are not easily perceived by unintended recipients.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #32Color changes

3Loss of information

If graphic marking techniques are used to include distinguishing marks, then information coding is achieved, but the need to reference the original picture increases complexity

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinformation coding capabilityVSAvoidreference requirement
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a self-contained coded representation where all necessary distinguishing marks are embedded within the picture itself, creating a complete copy of the information structure. This eliminates the need to reference the original picture separately, as the coded picture contains all necessary information for authorized identification and interpretation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent merges the original picture content with the distinguishing marks into a single integrated graphic representation. The distinguishing marks are seamlessly incorporated into the picture structure, combining the informational content with the security coding elements, thereby eliminating the need for separate reference materials and reducing overall system complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS9424661B2Method and an apparatus for facilitating efficient information coding
Publication Date: 2016.08.23 CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LTD
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AI summary

A method and an apparatus for producing a coded graphic representation. The method includes providing a graphic array and processing at least a portion of the graphic array. A graphic array can be provided such that an array of graphic indications which includes a plurality of graphic indication pairs can be provided. Each of the plurality of graphic indication pair can have at least a first graphic element and a second graphic element. The first and second graphic element can be spaced apart such that each of the plurality of graphic indication pairs can be associated with an element pitch. The element pitches of the plurality of graphic indication pairs can be substantially similar. At least a portion of the graphic array can be processed by displacing at least one graphic indication pair in the plurality of graphic indication pairs such that at least one element pitch is deviated.