Image Processing Apparatus Marker-Based Flexible Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image processing techniques are limited in performing multiple defined processes on image data captured by an image capturer, as they require uniform trimming processes for all markers, restricting flexibility in image processing operations.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus that includes a processor to acquire and process image data, utilizing markers with distinct definitions for different processes, allowing for varied operations such as image processing, output processes, and settings, by referencing a marker information database for process content.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If uniform trimming process is applied to all markers, then processing simplicity is maintained, but processing flexibility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by assigning different processing operations to different markers based on their specific definitions. Each marker can be configured with unique process parameters and operations, allowing the system to maintain simplicity in marker detection while achieving flexibility in processing through local differentiation. This resolves the contradiction by enabling diverse processing without complicating the overall system architecture.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different processes are performed on image data, then processing versatility is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the processing system into distinct process modules, each associated with specific markers. This segmentation allows multiple different processes to be performed on image data without increasing overall system complexity, as each process operates independently through well-defined interfaces. The processor executes these segmented processes based on marker definitions, maintaining system manageability while achieving high versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements universality through a single processor that can execute multiple different processes by referencing marker definitions. Instead of requiring separate dedicated systems for each process type, the processor serves multiple functions by selecting and executing appropriate processes based on the detected markers. This reduces system complexity while improving versatility, as one processor handles diverse processing tasks through configurable operations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If process definitions are stored in database, then process configuration flexibility is improved, but data storage requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts essential process configuration data into a database, separating this information from the core processing logic. This extraction allows process definitions to be stored, retrieved, and modified independently, providing configuration flexibility without requiring the entire system to be redesigned for each process type. The database stores only necessary process parameters and definitions, minimizing data storage requirements while maintaining high flexibility in process configuration.
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AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes a processor configured to: acquire captured data of an image captured surface that is captured by an image capturer, a document, a first definition portion in which a first process that is performed on image data of an image of the document is defined, and a second definition portion in which a second process that differs from the first process is defined being placed on the image captured surface; and perform the first process that is defined in the first definition portion and the second process that is defined in the second definition portion on the image data of the document that is contained in the captured data that is acquired.