Movable Panoramic Camera Mechanism for Unobstructed Video Capture
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electronic devices with image capturing capabilities, such as laptops and smartphones, are not equipped with panoramic image capturing devices, leading to inconvenience when capturing images or engaging in video chats, as they cannot capture all objects or individuals simultaneously without requiring manual adjustment or limited viewing angles.
Innovation Solution
The integration of movable panoramic image capturing devices with a drive unit and sensing unit in electronic devices, allowing the devices to be pushed out and pulled back based on predetermined angle or distance conditions, enabling unobstructed panoramic image capture and video conferencing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of moving object
If a normal image capturing device is used, then the device structure remains simple and compact, but the viewing area is limited and cannot capture panoramic images or all people simultaneously
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by making the image capturing device movable relative to the display device. The image capturing device can be pushed out along a first direction to expand the viewing area for panoramic capture, and pulled back along a second direction when not in use. This dynamic adjustment allows the system to achieve a large viewing area without permanently increasing device complexity or occupying excessive space.
2Area of moving object
If the image capturing device is pushed out to capture panoramic images, then the viewing area is expanded, but the device occupies more space when not in use
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts the position of the image capturing device between two states: pushed out to expand viewing area during capture operations, and pulled back to minimize space occupation when not in use. This dynamic positioning resolves the contradiction between needing large viewing area and maintaining compact form factor.
Solution Approach 2:
The image capturing device is nested within or adjacent to the display device structure. When not in use, the image capturing device is pulled back to its original position, effectively nesting it within the overall device footprint. When needed, it is pushed out to provide expanded viewing area, thus achieving space efficiency.
3Ease of operation
If the image capturing device remains fixed inside the electronic device, then the device maintains a compact form, but manual adjustment is required to include objects outside the viewing area
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service by automatically pushing out the image capturing device when panoramic capture is detected and automatically pulling it back when not in use. This eliminates the need for manual adjustment by the user, improving ease of operation while the automation mechanism remains integrated within the device.
4Quantity of substance
If multiple people are present in a video conferencing scene, then all people need to be captured simultaneously, but a normal image capturing device cannot capture all people at the same time
Solution Approach 1:
The image capturing device is dynamically pushed out to expand the viewing area when video conferencing with multiple people is detected. This allows all participants to be captured simultaneously in a single frame. When the viewing area is sufficient or no one needs to be captured, the device is pulled back, maintaining a compact form factor.
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AI summary
The present disclosure provides an electronic device that includes a display device. A first panoramic image capturing device is movably configured on the display surface of the display device. A second panoramic image capturing device is movably configured on a back panel relative to the display surface. A drive unit is configured to push the first panoramic image capturing device out of the electronic device along a first direction perpendicular to the display surface and push the second panoramic image capturing device out of the electronic device along a second direction, which is opposite to the first direction, when receiving a first signal. The drive unit is configured to pull the first panoramic image capturing device back to the electronic device along the second direction and pull the second panoramic image capturing device back to the electronic device along the first direction when receiving a second signal.