Dynamic Image Objects for Interactive Viewing Parameter Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional digital photography systems lack the ability to efficiently generate and share dynamic images that combine multiple input images with user-adjustable viewing parameters, limiting user interaction and image customization.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for creating and sharing dynamic image objects (DIOs) that combine two or more digital images with metadata, allowing users to adjust viewing parameters such as blend, exposure, and color through an interactive user interface, enabling real-time generation and sharing of synthetic images.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional digital photography systems are used to capture and share images, then the basic image capture and sharing function is achieved, but the ability to generate dynamic images with user-adjustable viewing parameters is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic image objects that allow users to adjust viewing parameters (such as blend mode, exposure, and color) in real-time after image capture. This transforms static images into dynamic, customizable visual experiences without requiring complex hardware changes, as the adaptability is achieved through software-based parameter adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent separates the image data into multiple layers or channels that can be independently manipulated. By dividing the image processing into distinct components (original images, synthetic images, and metadata), the system enables flexible customization while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure. Each layer can be adjusted independently through viewing parameters.
2Ease of operation
If multiple images are combined with multiple viewing parameters to create dynamic images, then user interaction and customization are enhanced, but the complexity of image processing and data management increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces metadata as an intermediary layer that bridges the gap between multiple images and user interface controls. This metadata structure organizes viewing parameters, image relationships, and processing instructions in a standardized format, simplifying both the processing complexity and user interaction. The metadata acts as a mediator that translates user preferences into specific image processing operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a systematic approach to parameter management where viewing parameters (blend mode, exposure, color, etc.) are defined as adjustable variables stored in metadata. This allows users to interact with images through standardized parameter adjustments rather than complex manual editing, enhancing ease of operation while maintaining organized data structures through consistent parameter naming and storage conventions.
3Adaptability or versatility
If synthetic images are generated based on multiple input images, then image customization capability is improved, but the processing time and computational resources required increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary processing of input images during the capture phase, pre-computing certain synthetic image combinations and storing them as intermediate results in the metadata. This preliminary action reduces the computational burden during user interaction, as the system only needs to adjust viewing parameters on pre-processed data rather than generating all synthetic combinations in real-time, thereby reducing processing time while maintaining versatility.
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AI summary
A system, method, and computer program product are provided for digital photography. In use, a method and apparatus are provided for identifying an object including a synthetic image that is generated based on a first image and a second image. Next, an output image is generated utilizing the object and a viewing parameter. Lastly, the output image is outputted. Additional systems, methods, and computer program products are also presented.