Joint Image Map Display Alignment for Panoramic Surveillance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems face challenges in efficiently displaying images captured by multiple cameras covering a large field of view, particularly in presenting panoramic images in a user-friendly manner suitable for simultaneous viewing by multiple people.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that jointly displays images and maps, aligning the image representation with the corresponding locations on the map, using processors to project and adjust the display based on rotation angles and zooming effects, allowing for real-time adjustment and alignment of the image and map projections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If multiple cameras are used to capture a large field of view, then the coverage area is improved, but the difficulty of efficient display increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple camera images into a single panoramic image that can be displayed together with a map on one screen. This merging approach allows the system to maintain large coverage area while improving display efficiency by presenting integrated information rather than separate multiple images.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent overlays the panoramic image onto a map in a two-dimensional spatial relationship, creating a layered display where the image and map coexist in the same visual space. This dimensional integration allows efficient simultaneous display of both the captured scene and its geographical context.
2Area of stationary object
If a VR helmet is used to present panoramic images, then the field of view is improved, but the suitability for simultaneous viewing by multiple people deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of requiring each user to wear a VR helmet, the patent creates a two-dimensional representation (copy) of the panoramic image that can be displayed on a shared screen. This allows multiple users to simultaneously view the same panoramic content without needing individual VR devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a map as an intermediary layer that bridges the panoramic image and the display screen. By overlaying the panoramic image onto the map, the system creates a unified representation that can be viewed simultaneously by multiple users on a single display while preserving the panoramic field of view information.
3Device complexity
If panoramic images are displayed without map alignment, then the simplicity of display is improved, but the user-friendliness deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the panoramic image display with map information in a single integrated view. By aligning the image with the map based on location data, the system enhances user-friendliness without significantly increasing complexity, as both elements are displayed together in one coordinated interface.
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AI summary
A system and method for jointly displaying an image and a map is disclosed. The method may including obtaining an image captured by a camera. The image may include a target in a surrounding environment of the camera. The method may further include obtaining a map of the surrounding environment. The map may at least include a location corresponding to the target and a location corresponding to the camera. The method may jointly display the image and the map, wherein a representation of the image is aligned with the location corresponding to the target and the location corresponding to the camera in the map.