Matrix Barcode with UV and IR Layers for Environment-Adaptive Detection

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current image processing technologies face challenges in optimizing edge detection across different environments and targets, as various colorspace models yield varying results, and existing methods lack secure and efficient ways to encode and verify information.

Innovation Solution

The development of a system that uses colorspace conversion to create a matrix optimized for detection, incorporating ultraviolet and infrared layers, which enhances edge detection and secure verification by selecting colors that are prevalent or absent in the target environment, and encoding information using multiple color-channels.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If traditional single-colorspace barcode methods are used, then the implementation is simple, but the edge detection accuracy varies across different environments

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveedge detection accuracyVSAvoidcolorspace conversion complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system dynamically selects and converts between multiple colorspace models (RGB, HSV, LAB, YCbCr) based on the target environment characteristics. The histogram analysis determines which colorspace provides optimal contrast for the specific environment, allowing the detection system to adapt its processing approach rather than using a fixed single-colorspace method.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The invention changes the parameter of colorspace representation by analyzing histograms across multiple colorspace models and selecting the one with optimal color distribution for the given environment. This parameter change enables the system to achieve consistent edge detection accuracy across varying environmental conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Loss of information

If multiple color-channels are used to encode information, then the information storage capacity increases, but the complexity of detection and verification increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinformation storage capacityVSAvoiddetection and verification complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDifficulty of detecting and measuring

Solution Approach 1:

The information is segmented across multiple color-channels (R, G, B channels and additional colorspace channels) within the matrix barcode. Each channel can independently encode portions of the information, allowing the total information capacity to be distributed across multiple channels. The detection system processes each channel separately and combines the results, managing complexity through systematic segmentation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The matrix barcode structure serves multiple functions simultaneously: it encodes information across multiple color-channels for high capacity storage, maintains compatibility with standard barcode detection algorithms, and provides environment-adaptive detection through histogram analysis. The same matrix structure handles both high-capacity encoding and multi-environment detection requirements.

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

3Reliability

If environment-specific color selection is used, then the detection reliability in particular environments improves, but the adaptability to different environments decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection reliabilityVSAvoidenvironment adaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system achieves both reliability and adaptability through dynamic environment analysis. The histogram analysis of the target environment is performed in real-time, and based on this analysis, the system dynamically determines the optimal colorspace and color distribution for the specific environment. This dynamic adaptation ensures high detection reliability in each specific environment while maintaining overall versatility across different environments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The matrix barcode system performs self-adaptation by automatically analyzing its environment through histogram processing and selecting the optimal colorspace representation. The system serves itself by autonomously determining the best detection parameters for the current environment without requiring manual configuration, thereby achieving both environment-specific reliability and broad adaptability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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 secure verification, and increases information storage capacity by utilizing colorspace conversions and additional light layers, ensuring effective scanning and verification processes.

Implementation Method 1

the matrix barcode includes four or more bits of information and includes at least one ultraviolet layer that reflects ultraviolet light

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectReflection: Reflection

Implementation Method 2

the matrix barcode includes at least one infrared layer that reflects infrared light

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectReflection: Reflection

Data Source

PatentUS11720776B2System and method using a histogram and colorspaces to create a matrix barcode having a plurality of colors, an infrared layer, and an ultraviolet layer
Publication Date: 2023.08.08 CAPITAL ONE SERVICES LLC
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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 most prevalent colors, the related plurality of colors, an infrared layer, and an ultraviolet layer.