Image Processing Apparatus Automatic Condition Setting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current imaging processing technologies require users to manually set complex execution conditions, such as smile levels and line of sight directions, which can be burdensome and lead to unintended image capture, as the same setting item's optimum value changes based on factors like gender and situation, making it difficult for users to express their intended image effectively.

Innovation Solution

An image processing apparatus with a detection unit for identifying objects in images, a determination unit for determining object attributes, and a condition setting unit that automatically sets execution conditions based on detected attributes, allowing for automatic setting of imaging, search, or compositing conditions, thereby reducing user burden and ensuring intended image capture.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If users manually set imaging conditions (smile level, line of sight direction, etc.), then the system can capture intended images, but the setting process becomes burdensome and complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveimaging condition accuracyVSAvoidcondition setting effort
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system automatically detects object attributes (smile level, line of sight direction, etc.) and sets imaging conditions without user intervention. The imaging apparatus performs self-service by using its own detection capabilities to determine optimal settings, eliminating the burden of manual condition setting while maintaining accurate imaging parameters

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs preliminary detection of object attributes before imaging execution. By detecting smile levels, line of sight directions, and other attributes in advance, the system prepares the imaging conditions automatically, so when imaging is needed, the settings are already optimized without requiring user input at that moment

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Manufacturing precision

If users manually adjust setting items based on gender and situation, then imaging accuracy improves, but the complexity of setting increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveimage capture accuracyVSAvoidsetting item complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system dynamically adjusts imaging conditions based on detected object attributes rather than using fixed manual settings. The detection unit identifies characteristics like smile level and line of sight direction in real-time, and the control unit automatically adapts imaging parameters accordingly, eliminating the need for users to navigate complex setting menus for different situations and genders

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes imaging parameters automatically based on detected object attributes. Instead of requiring users to select from multiple setting options for different scenarios, the system detects attributes (smile level, line of sight, etc.) and automatically adjusts the corresponding imaging parameters to achieve accurate image capture

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Reliability

If users set detailed execution conditions, then processing conformity to user intent improves, but the time and effort required for setup increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing conformityVSAvoidcondition setting time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs self-service by automatically detecting object attributes and setting execution conditions without user intervention. This eliminates the time users would spend configuring detailed settings while ensuring the processing conforms to user intent through automatic detection and adaptation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs preliminary detection of object attributes and automatic condition setting before processing execution. By preparing the execution conditions in advance through automatic detection, the system ensures processing conformity to user intent without requiring users to invest time in detailed configuration

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS9041828B2Imaging apparatus, imaging method, image processing apparatus, and image processing method for a set execution condition
Publication Date: 2015.05.26 CANON KK
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AI summary

The present invention facilitates the setting of a condition for the execution of predetermined processing and enables the execution of processing conforming to a user's intention. In an image processing apparatus, a predetermined object is detected in an image selected based on an instruction from a user, a determination is made regarding an attribute of the detected object, and the determined attribute is set as an execution condition used when executing predetermined processing on an image.