Cognitive Image Capture Device Using NLP Subject Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Novice camera users often struggle to manually adjust camera settings to capture high-quality images due to lack of knowledge or interest, resulting in underutilization of advanced features in digital cameras.
Innovation Solution
An image capture device equipped with natural language processing (NLP) capabilities, a network interface, and a processor that identifies target subjects and applies image capture functions through voice commands, searching internal and external databases to detect and focus on specific subjects, thereby simplifying the image capture process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual camera settings are provided for professional grade image capture, then image quality can be improved, but ease of operation deteriorates for novice users
Solution Approach 1:
The camera system automatically identifies subjects in the scene and autonomously adjusts camera settings (shutter speed, ISO, aperture) based on the detected subject type, eliminating the need for users to manually configure technical parameters while maintaining professional image quality
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical adjustment of camera settings with an automated system using image processing algorithms and computer vision to detect subjects and determine appropriate capture parameters, substituting user manual operation with intelligent automation
2Manufacturing precision
If advanced camera features are included for professional use, then image quality can be enhanced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and isolates the essential subject identification and settings adjustment functions from the complex array of camera features, presenting a simplified interface that automatically handles advanced parameters while maintaining access to professional capabilities
Solution Approach 2:
The automated subject identification system serves multiple functions simultaneously: it identifies subjects, determines appropriate camera settings, and executes the capture sequence, consolidating multiple complex functions into a single integrated system that appears simple to users
Data Source
AI summary
An image capture device includes a camera lens configured to capture image data, a microphone configured to receive a voice command from a user, a network interface configured to establish a network connection, a memory storing a computer program, and a processor configured to execute the computer program. The computer program is configured to identify a target subject and an image capture function included in the voice command using natural language processing (NLP). The computer program is configured to search a first database for the target subject and search a second database for the target subject, extract a visual representation of the target subject, detect the target subject in an environment viewed through camera lens, apply the image capture function to the target subject detected in the environment, and capture the image data. The image data includes the target subject with the image capture function applied to the target subject.