Image Processing Method for Representative Image Substitution
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing image processing technologies in electronic devices consume significant memory and time, leading to reduced image-capturing speed and potential overheating, which constrains the improvement of image quality.
Innovation Solution
The method involves acquiring multiple images, storing one as a first representative image, generating a modified image using the remaining images, and storing it as a second representative image to replace the first, with the processor controlling these operations to optimize image processing based on device conditions, such as memory availability and overheating thresholds.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If image quality improvement processing is performed on captured images, then image quality is enhanced, but memory consumption increases and processing time is extended
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the image quality improvement processing from the main image processing flow and performs it selectively on specific images (e.g., representative images or thumbnail images) rather than all captured images. This extraction allows the system to enhance image quality where most needed while avoiding unnecessary processing of other images, thereby reducing overall memory consumption and processing time.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies partial action by performing quality improvement processing on only a subset of captured images based on predetermined conditions (such as image importance, user selection, or scene characteristics). Instead of processing all images with the same level of quality enhancement, the system applies processing selectively, optimizing the balance between image quality and resource consumption.
2Manufacturing precision
If image quality improvement processing is performed on captured images, then image quality is enhanced, but image-capturing speed is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the image processing workflow into multiple stages: immediate processing for speed-critical paths (such as preview or thumbnail generation) and enhanced processing for quality-critical paths (such as final saved images). By segmenting the processing based on image type and user needs, the system maintains high capturing speed for most images while still providing quality enhancement where appropriate.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies partial action by performing quality improvement processing on only a subset of captured images based on predetermined conditions (such as image importance, user selection, or scene characteristics). Instead of processing all images with the same level of quality enhancement, the system applies processing selectively, optimizing the balance between image quality and processing time.
3Manufacturing precision
If intensive image processing is performed, then image quality is enhanced, but device temperature increases causing overheating
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements periodic action by alternating between intensive image processing and idle periods based on device temperature conditions. When the device temperature exceeds a threshold, the system reduces or suspends image quality improvement processing to allow cooling. When temperature is within acceptable ranges, normal processing resumes. This periodic modulation of processing intensity prevents sustained overheating while still maintaining image quality enhancement capability.
4Manufacturing precision
If all captured images are processed for quality improvement, then overall image quality is enhanced, but processing time is excessively extended
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the image quality improvement processing from the main image processing flow and performs it selectively on specific images (e.g., representative images or thumbnail images) rather than all captured images. This extraction allows the system to enhance image quality where most needed while avoiding unnecessary processing of other images, thereby reducing overall memory consumption and processing time.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies partial action by performing quality improvement processing on only a subset of captured images based on predetermined conditions (such as image importance, user selection, or scene characteristics). Instead of processing all images with the same level of quality enhancement, the system applies processing selectively, optimizing the balance between image quality and processing time.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to image processing. A method for operating an electronic device may comprise: an operation of obtaining a plurality of images; an operation of storing one of the plurality of images as a first representative image; an operation of generating a corrected image by using at least one remaining image among the plurality of images; and an operation of storing the corrected image as a second representative image for substituting the first representative image.