Consolidated 2D/3D Camera Simultaneous Framing
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for recording and televising sporting events in both 2D and 3D require separate cameras and operators, increasing costs due to different framing preferences for 2D and 3D images.
Innovation Solution
A consolidated 2D/3D camera system that includes a left and right camera with adjustable interocular distance, convergence angle, and focus, allowing for simultaneous capture and extraction of 2D and 3D image frames, with the ability to set framing automatically based on the other's framing using a controller and operator interface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If separate cameras and operators are used for 2D and 3D recording, then optimal framing for each format is achieved, but equipment cost and operational complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines two separate camera systems (2D and 3D) into a single integrated camera that can capture both formats simultaneously. The system includes a first camera for 2D images and a second camera for 3D images, with a controller that coordinates their operation to produce optimally framed images in both formats from a single recording setup.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated camera system is designed to perform multiple functions: capturing 2D images, capturing 3D images, and automatically adjusting framing parameters for both formats. The controller enables the system to adapt between different recording modes and framing requirements, making a single device capable of replacing multiple specialized devices.
2Manufacturing precision
If separate cameras are used for 2D and 3D recording, then framing optimization is achieved, but recording cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges separate 2D and 3D camera systems into one integrated device, reducing the total quantity of equipment needed. The system uses a first camera, a second camera, and a controller working together to produce both 2D and 3D recordings with optimal framing, eliminating the need for multiple independent camera setups.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated camera system provides universal functionality for both 2D and 3D recording in a single device, reducing equipment quantity while maintaining framing quality. The controller enables the system to switch between and simultaneously support different recording formats and framing requirements.
3Device complexity
If a single camera is used for both 2D and 3D recording, then equipment cost and complexity are reduced, but simultaneous capture with optimal framing for both formats becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic control of framing parameters through a controller that can adjust the field of view, focal length, and positioning of the first and second cameras in real-time. This dynamic adjustment enables the system to optimize framing for both 2D and 3D formats simultaneously during recording operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The controller receives feedback about the recording parameters and framing conditions, then automatically adjusts the camera settings to maintain optimal framing for both 2D and 3D images. This feedback mechanism enables coordinated operation of multiple cameras to achieve simultaneous capture with proper framing for each format.
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AI summary
A consolidated 2D/3D camera system and method of operation. A consolidated 2D/3D camera system may include a first camera having a first lens and a second camera having a second lens. A 3D frame extractor may extract a first 3D image frame from an image captured by the first camera and extract a second 3D image frame from an image captured by the second camera to provide a stereo image pair. A 2D frame extractor may extract a 2D image frame, different from the first 3D image frame, from the image captured by the first camera.