Image Processing Apparatus for Album Layout Matching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image processing technologies fail to effectively extract a part of images from a group that are similar to a reference image, making it difficult to create albums with cohesive and relevant imagery.
Innovation Solution
An image processing apparatus and method that receives multiple reference image groups, extracts similar images, and arranges them in an album by searching for and matching image features, such as layout and capturing dates, to create a cohesive visual narrative.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If image search is performed using image feature amounts, then image similarity search capability is improved, but the ability to extract multiple related images from a group is deteriorated
Solution Approach 1:
The image group is segmented into multiple sub-groups based on similarity, and then specific images are extracted from these sub-groups. This segmentation approach allows the system to handle multiple related images effectively while maintaining search precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from single-image search to multi-dimensional image group processing by organizing images into hierarchical groups and sub-groups, enabling extraction of multiple related images while preserving search accuracy.
2Ease of operation
If one image is extracted from multiple images, then extraction simplicity is improved, but the ability to extract multiple related images is deteriorated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the image group into multiple sub-groups automatically, maintaining operational simplicity while enabling extraction of multiple related images from each sub-group based on user specifications.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically performs the complex task of dividing images into sub-groups without requiring manual user input, maintaining ease of operation while achieving sophisticated multi-image extraction capabilities.
3Extent of automation
If layout template is created using past themes, then album creation automation is improved, but flexibility in extracting specific similar images is deteriorated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the image group into multiple sub-groups, allowing automated album creation while simultaneously providing flexibility to extract specific images from any sub-group based on user requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically adjusts between automated template-based album creation and flexible manual extraction of specific images, allowing users to switch between automation levels as needed.
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AI summary
An image processing apparatus, an image processing method, a program, and a recording medium storing the program capable of extracting, from an input first image group, an image similar to an image extracted from a reference image group are provided. A first image group including a plurality of images of a user is transmitted to an order reception server. A second image group similar to the first image group is searched from a plurality of reference image groups stored in the order reception server. An image similar to an image previously extracted from the second image group is extracted from the first image group. An album is generated by arranging the image extracted from the first image group in a layout similar to a layout of an album generated from the second image group.