Concurrent Image Acquisition Control for Electronic Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional image acquisition methods in electronic devices, such as smartphones and cameras, can only perform a single process and task at a time, limiting their functionality and resource management, especially when switching between different image acquisition functions.
Innovation Solution
A control method and apparatus that allows multiple function modules within the same application to be executed simultaneously, enabling different function modules to call and utilize the same or different image acquisition devices without releasing resources, thereby allowing for simultaneous execution of multiple tasks and processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single process and task are performed at a time, then resource management is simple, but functionality and versatility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the image acquisition system into multiple independent function modules (e.g., first function module, second function module) that can be executed independently. Each module can call image acquisition devices separately, allowing simultaneous execution of multiple tasks without requiring a single monolithic process structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements multi-functionality by enabling the same image acquisition devices to be called by multiple different function modules simultaneously. The system allows one or more first image acquisition devices and one or more second image acquisition devices to operate under different function modules at the same time, making the devices universal resources that serve multiple purposes.
2Productivity
If multiple function modules execute simultaneously, then functionality and productivity are enhanced, but resource management complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control system is segmented into independent execution units (first function module, second function module) that can operate concurrently. This segmentation allows the system to execute multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining clear boundaries between different functional operations, reducing the complexity of coordination compared to a unified monolithic system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary control mechanism that manages the simultaneous execution of multiple function modules. This intermediary layer coordinates resource allocation and task scheduling between different function modules, enabling high productivity while abstracting away the complexity of direct resource management from individual modules.
3Loss of time
If resources are released when switching tasks, then resource allocation is simple, but task switching efficiency and continuity are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent ensures continuity of useful action by maintaining image acquisition device operations across task switches. When a first function module is executing and a second function module is triggered, the system allows both modules to call image acquisition devices simultaneously without requiring the first module to release resources. This continuous operation eliminates idle time and maintains uninterrupted image acquisition streams.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of discarding (releasing) resources when switching tasks, the patent implements a recovering approach where resources are retained and made available to multiple function modules. The image acquisition devices are recovered and reused by subsequent function modules without being released back to the system pool, enabling rapid task switching while maintaining resource utilization.
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AI summary
The present disclosure provides a control method. The method includes acquiring a first trigger instruction; executing a first function module in response to the first trigger instruction, the first function module calling one or more first image acquisition devices; acquiring a second trigger instruction during the operation of the first function module; and executing a second function module in response to the second trigger instruction, the second function module calling one or more second image acquisition devices, and the first function module being different from the second function module. The one or more first image acquisition devices and the one or more second image acquisition devices are connected to a same electronic device.