Electroadhesion Camera Mounting for Hands-Free Selfie Capture
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing selfie capture technologies are inefficient, requiring multiple attempts to achieve the right pose, angle, and lighting, and struggle with group selfies, while sharing selfies to social media is cumbersome and prone to data loss.
Innovation Solution
A selfie camera system with a preview function that allows remote capture control and mounting options, including electro adhesion and mechanical systems, for easy and efficient selfie capture and sharing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of moving object
If arm capture method is used, then field of view is limited, but device complexity is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from 2D screen-based selfies to 360-degree spherical capture, adding a dimensional aspect to the field of view. The spherical camera captures images from all directions simultaneously, eliminating the need to extend the arm or adjust angles manually.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces mechanical arm extension with an electrostatic adhesion system. Instead of physically extending the device away from the user, the camera adheres to the user's face or body using electrostatic forces, providing hands-free positioning with enhanced field of view.
2Area of moving object
If remote timer and tripod systems are used, then field of view is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The camera performs self-positioning by adhering to the user's face or body through electrostatic attraction. The device automatically captures images from optimal angles without requiring the user to manually adjust tripods or timers, eliminating setup complexity while maintaining wide field of view.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrostatic adhesion mechanism serves as an intermediary between the camera and the user, enabling direct attachment to the face or body. This intermediary system provides stable positioning and hands-free operation, combining the benefits of remote capture with ease of use.
3Loss of information
If manual transfer between devices is used, then data loss is reduced, but loss of time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the camera, processing unit, and social media upload functionality into a single integrated device. Images are captured, processed to identify the best shot, and uploaded directly to social media platforms without requiring manual transfer to other devices, eliminating both time loss and data loss risks.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera device performs multiple functions: capturing images, processing and selecting the best shot, storing images, and uploading to various social media platforms. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate devices for each task, reducing both time and potential data loss during transfers.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Reduces the number of takes and time required for capturing high-quality selfies, ensures all subjects are included, and simplifies the sharing process to social media platforms.
Implementation Method 1
mounting systems including electroadhesion
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed embodiments include a selfie camera system for capturing selfie content and sharing captured content on a social media and/or a video streaming platform. In various embodiments, selfie camera makes capturing higher quality selfie content more efficient by providing a preview of the selfie content before and after capture. One or more aspects of previews may be modified to simulate content displayed on a social media and/or video streaming platform. The selfie camera may be easily attached to any surface using one or more mounting mechanisms to allow the selfie camera for function as a personal, private photographer than can capture any scene from a variety of perspectives using a variety of capture sequences.