All-in-one imaging apparatus with portable controller for product photography
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for obtaining high-quality background-separated images of fashion-related products require skilled photographers and are time-consuming, as they involve manual graphic editing and complex photography studio setups.
Innovation Solution
An all-in-one imaging apparatus with a portable controller and embedded system that enables users to easily capture and process background-separated images without specialized skills, using a dual-shot technique and automatic digital image processing, allowing for wireless operation and easy image storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If conventional photography studio methods are used with skilled specialists, then high quality background-separated images are achieved, but the process becomes time-consuming and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the photography process into automated components: the imaging apparatus automatically captures images with controlled lighting, the controller handles image processing, and the system automatically separates backgrounds using alpha channels. This segmentation eliminates manual intervention at each stage while maintaining quality.
Solution Approach 2:
The imaging apparatus is designed to be self-sufficient with integrated lighting systems and automatic background separation capabilities. The system performs its own image processing and background removal without requiring external specialists or manual editing, thereby reducing time loss while maintaining high image quality.
2Manufacturing precision
If manual graphic editing is performed to separate objects from background, then background-separated images are achieved, but the process requires skilled specialists and increases complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The system replaces manual mechanical editing processes with automated digital image processing. The controller automatically generates alpha channels and separates backgrounds using software algorithms instead of requiring manual graphic editing tools and skilled operators, thereby maintaining separation quality while reducing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The controller acts as an intermediary between the imaging apparatus and the final output, automatically performing background separation through alpha channel generation. This intermediary system handles the complex processing automatically, eliminating the need for manual intervention while maintaining high separation quality.
3Manufacturing precision
If specialized photography skills are required to operate the imaging system, then high quality images are produced, but the ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The imaging apparatus is designed to automatically perform all complex photography functions including lighting control, image capture, and background separation. Users simply need to place products on the table and press a button, while the system handles all technical aspects automatically, making operation simple for non-experts while maintaining high image quality.
Solution Approach 2:
The system merges multiple specialized functions (lighting control, camera operation, image processing, background separation) into a single integrated automated system. This consolidation allows users to operate a simple unified interface rather than managing multiple complex functions, thereby improving ease of operation while maintaining professional image quality.
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AI summary
The invention provides an all-in-one imaging apparatus for photographing products, particularly suitable for photographing fashion related products such as apparel products, fashion accessories or other life style products. The imaging apparatus comprising a table part, a portable controller for user interaction with the table part, and a storage for storing images. The table part comprises a substantially horizontal table surface for supporting the product, lights, a fixture for fixing a camera, a backlighting system below the table surface, and an embedded system comprising an embedded computer and a wireless communication controller. The embedded computer controls the camera, switches the backlighting system, wirelessly transmits a live stream from the camera to the portable controller, and wirelessly receives instructions from the portable controller.