Matrix Barcode Infrared Layer Edge Detection

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing image processing technologies face challenges in optimizing edge detection across different colorspace models, leading to varying results and inefficiencies in detecting images within specific environments.

Innovation Solution

The development of a system that processes images by converting between colorspace models to identify the most appropriate one for edge detection, utilizing a matrix barcode with ultraviolet and infrared layers to enhance detection and security, and encoding information in color-channels that are optimized for the target environment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If traditional single-colorspace image processing is used, then the processing is simple, but edge detection accuracy varies across different environments

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveedge detection accuracyVSAvoidenvironmental adaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements multiple colorspace models (RGB, HSV, LAB, YCbCr) within a single image processing framework, allowing the edge detection algorithm to adapt to different environmental conditions by selecting or combining appropriate colorspace models based on the input image characteristics

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically selects and switches between different colorspace models during the edge detection process based on the specific environmental conditions and image characteristics, rather than using a fixed single-colorspace approach

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Loss of information

If matrix barcode uses only visible colors, then it is easily visible to human eye, but information capacity is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinformation capacityVSAvoidlayered encoding complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system extends the matrix barcode from a single visible layer to multiple layers including visible color layers and invisible infrared/ultraviolet layers, adding dimensional depth to the encoding structure to increase information capacity beyond what is possible with visible colors alone

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Solution Approach 2:

The matrix barcode combines multiple types of encoding layers (visible color layers using different colors, invisible infrared layers, and ultraviolet layers) into a composite structure, where each layer contributes additional information capacity while working together as an integrated system

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

3Loss of information

If matrix barcode uses multiple color-channels, then information capacity increases, but scanning and verification complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinformation capacityVSAvoidscanning ease
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system segments the matrix barcode into distinct functional layers (visible color layers for human observation, infrared layers for additional data, ultraviolet layers for security) that can be processed independently by different scanning components, reducing the complexity of handling all color-channels simultaneously

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This approach improves edge detection accuracy, enhances security through layered encoding, and increases the information capacity of the matrix barcode without front-loaded limitations on color-channels, ensuring effective scanning and verification.

Implementation Method 1

the matrix barcode includes a plurality of non-black and non-white colors, at least one infrared layer, and at least one ultraviolet layer

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectInfrared reflection: Reflection

Implementation Method 2

the matrix barcode includes a plurality of non-black and non-white colors, at least one infrared layer, and at least one ultraviolet layer

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectUltraviolet reflection: Reflection

Data Source

PatentUS11798194B2System and method using a histogram and colorspaces to generate a matrix barcode having a plurality of colors and an infrared layer
Publication Date: 2023.10.24 CAPITAL ONE SERVICES LLC
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  • US11798194B2 patent drawing
  • US11798194B2 patent drawing

AI summary

Techniques to improve detection and security of images, including formation and detection of matrix-based images. A histogram may be used to determine a most prevalent plurality of colors associated with an environment. A related plurality of colors may be determined based on the most prevalent plurality of colors. A matrix barcode may be generated based on the related plurality of colors and an infrared layer.