Composite Image Generation for Moving Effect Storage Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for recording moving subjects require large storage capacity and are not efficient in conveying a lively, realistic effect using still images.
Innovation Solution
An image processing method that allows users to select and combine image data from still images to create a composite image with a moving effect, reducing storage needs while enhancing visual appeal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If video images are used to record moving subjects, then the moving effect is captured realistically, but large storage capacity is required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the image into a selection area (where motion occurs) and a non-selection area (static background). Only the selection area from multiple still images is extracted and combined to create the moving effect, while the non-selection area remains unchanged. This segmentation approach captures motion realistically in the relevant area while avoiding storing redundant static data, thereby reducing overall storage requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts only the necessary image data corresponding to the selection area from multiple still images. By extracting and combining only the moving portions (selection areas) rather than entire video frames, the system achieves realistic motion representation with significantly reduced data volume and storage capacity requirements.
2Quantity of substance
If still images are used to show moving subjects, then storage capacity is reduced, but the moving effect is not conveyed effectively
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a dynamic composite image by sequentially combining multiple still images in the selection area. The composite image is generated by integrating image data from multiple time points (first still image, second still image, etc.) into a single dynamic representation that conveys motion. This dynamic approach maintains realistic moving effect conveyance while using only still image storage.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges image data from multiple still images by combining the selection areas from different time points into a single composite image. This merging process preserves the motion information from multiple frames while consolidating it into one image file, thereby effectively conveying the moving effect with reduced storage requirements compared to storing multiple separate images or video.
3Reliability
If multiple still images are stored to show motion, then the moving effect is improved, but storage capacity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a compressed representation (copy) of motion by generating a composite image that encapsulates the essential motion information from multiple still images. Instead of storing multiple full-resolution images, the system creates a single composite image file that copies and integrates the necessary motion data from multiple sources, reducing storage capacity while maintaining the moving effect.
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AI summary
An image processing method includes: defining a selection area in a first still image according to a user input; extracting image data that correspond to the selected area from a second still image; combining the image data extracted from the second still image on the selection area of the first still image to create a composite image; and sequentially displaying the first still image and the composite image.