Image Processing Apparatus Selecting Optimal System via Performance Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image processing systems lack the ability to determine which of multiple image processing apparatuses should perform image processing, leading to inefficient resource utilization and potential mismatch in intended image processing, especially when multiple systems are connected through a network.
Innovation Solution
An image processing apparatus and method that acquire performance information, including processing time and quality, from multiple systems, compare these metrics, and select the optimal system for image processing based on these criteria to ensure efficient and consistent output.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple image processing apparatuses are connected through a network, then the system can perform image processing, but it becomes impossible to determine which apparatus should preferentially perform the processing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where image processing apparatuses report their performance information (processing time, quality metrics) to a control apparatus. The control apparatus uses this feedback to determine which apparatus should perform the next image processing task, resolving the ambiguity in multi-apparatus systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a control apparatus as an intermediary between multiple image processing apparatuses. This mediator collects performance information from各 apparatus, compares it, and makes the decision about which apparatus should perform the processing, simplifying the overall system control.
2Productivity
If each image processing apparatus performs processing independently, then the system can utilize all available resources, but processing time increases and efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent collects performance information from image processing apparatuses in advance, before actual image processing is needed. This preliminary data collection enables the control apparatus to make informed decisions about task allocation, optimizing processing efficiency and reducing overall processing time.
3Adaptability or versatility
If image processing is performed on transmitted images, then the system can provide comprehensive processing, but duplicate processing may occur causing resource waste
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses feedback mechanisms where apparatuses report whether they have already performed processing on transmitted images. This feedback allows the system to identify and avoid duplicate processing, preventing resource waste while maintaining comprehensive processing capability.
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AI summary
An image processing apparatus includes: an image processing section that performs a predetermined image processing on the image; a first performance information acquiring section that acquires a first performance information including information regarding a time for which the image processing section performs the predetermined image processing on the image; a second performance information acquiring section that acquires a second performance information including information regarding a time for which any image processing apparatus other than the image processing apparatus performs the predetermined image processing on the image; a performance comparison section that compares the first performance information acquired by the first performance information acquiring section with the second performance information acquired by the second performance information acquiring section; a processing apparatus selecting section that selects which of the image processing section of the image processing apparatus or the other image processing apparatus performs the predetermined image processing on the image based on the comparison result by the performance comparison section; and a processing control section that causes either the image processing apparatus or the other image processing apparatus which is selected by the image processing apparatus selecting section to perform the predetermined image processing on the image.