Digital Image Capture Device with Sensor Positional Data for Object Measurement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current imaging systems lack the ability to conveniently and accurately measure objects within captured images without the use of traditional measuring tools, such as tape measures, which limits their ease of use and accuracy in determining dimensions.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a digital image capture device and sensors that transmit positional location information, allowing a processor to determine and display the dimensions of objects in the image based on the received information, eliminating the need for traditional measuring tools.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional measuring tools (tape measures) are used to measure objects in captured images, then measurement accuracy can be achieved, but the ease of operation and convenience are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical measuring tools (tape measures) with an automated digital measurement system. The system uses sensors to capture positional location information and a processor to automatically calculate object dimensions based on this data and image analysis, eliminating the need for manual mechanical measurement while maintaining or improving accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces sensors as an intermediary between the object and the measurement system. These sensors transmit positional location information that serves as a reference for calculating object dimensions, enabling accurate measurement without direct physical contact or manual intervention.
2Adaptability or versatility
If no measuring tools are used in imaging systems, then the system remains simple, but the ability to measure objects is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple functions into the imaging system by incorporating sensors that provide both positional location information and measurement data. The processor analyzes both image data and sensor data to perform both object identification and dimension calculation, making the system versatile without requiring separate dedicated measuring devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines the imaging function and measurement function into a single integrated system. The digital image capture device and sensors work together, with the processor simultaneously handling image analysis and dimension calculation based on sensor data, eliminating the need for separate measuring tools.
3Measurement precision
If sensors transmit positional location information continuously, then measurement accuracy is improved, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements periodic transmission of positional location information by sensors rather than continuous transmission. The system receives sensor data at regular intervals and processes measurements based on these periodic updates, maintaining measurement accuracy while significantly reducing energy consumption compared to continuous transmission.
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AI summary
Systems and methods are provided that include a plurality of sensors, communicatively coupled to one another, to periodically transmit positional location information. A digital image capture device, communicatively coupled to the plurality of sensors, may capture an image of a scene which includes at least one of the plurality of sensors. A processor, communicatively coupled to the digital capture device, may determine a measurement of a least one object in the captured image of the scene, where the measurement of the at least one object is based at least in part on the positional location information received by the digital image capture device at the time that the image of the scene is captured. A display device, communicatively coupled to the processor, may display the determined measurements of the at least one object.