Imaging Trace Playback with Dynamic Parameter Updates
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing imaging apparatus control systems require simultaneous user operation of multiple parameters, which can be cumbersome and difficult to manage, especially in remote operations.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus that records trace information for imaging apparatus control, allowing updates during reproduction to incorporate additional user operations, such as changing pan, tilt, and zoom values, enabling seamless integration of new parameters into existing trace information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple parameters are recorded simultaneously in trace recording, then comprehensive control coverage is achieved, but user operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the trace recording process into multiple phases: initial recording of first parameters, playback phase where second parameters can be added, and update phase. This allows comprehensive control coverage to be achieved across different phases rather than requiring all parameters to be controlled simultaneously, thereby reducing user operation complexity while maintaining adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary recording of certain parameters (first parameters) before playback, so that during playback the user only needs to add supplementary parameters (second parameters) rather than controlling all parameters simultaneously. This preliminary action reduces the operational burden while achieving comprehensive control coverage.
2Adaptability or versatility
If trace information is updated during playback, then flexibility and adaptability improve, but data management complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic trace information that can be modified during playback. The trace information structure allows addition of second parameters during the playback phase, making the system adaptable to user needs while maintaining manageable complexity through structured data organization and phase-based operations.
3Reliability
If concurrent control of multiple parameters is required, then complete control capability is achieved, but user load increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides parameter control into segments: first parameters recorded during initial trace recording, and second parameters added during playback. This segmentation allows complete control capability to be achieved through sequential operations rather than concurrent control, significantly reducing user load while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary recording of essential parameters before playback, so that during playback the user only needs to add supplementary control parameters. This preliminary action ensures complete control capability is achieved while minimizing the operational burden on the user during playback.
Data Source
AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes at least one processor configured to function as a recording unit configured to record trace information indicating time-series transition during a predetermined period of a first parameter related to control of an imaging apparatus, and an update unit configured to, in a case where a user operation for controlling the imaging apparatus using a second parameter different from the first parameter is performed during reproduction of the trace information, update the trace information in such a manner as to include the second parameter.