Multi-Surface Image Projection With Viewpoint Distortion Correction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Projection devices struggle to correct images projected onto surfaces bent at defined angles, leading to distortion due to changes in viewing positions.

Innovation Solution

An image projection device and method that adjusts pixel values based on viewing position changes, using a transceiver, memory, and processor to correct images projected onto surfaces bent at angles, ensuring undistorted viewing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Area of stationary object

If an image is projected onto multiple surfaces bent at a defined angle to expand the projection area, then the projection area is expanded, but distortion occurs in the projected image due to changes in viewing position

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprojection areaVSAvoidimage distortion
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The system dynamically adjusts pixel values based on detected viewing position changes. The processor continuously receives control signals from the remote control device indicating viewing position, and updates the pixel values of the image to be projected in real-time, transforming the static projection system into a dynamic one that adapts to changing viewing conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes the parameters of the projected image (pixel values) in response to viewing position changes. By modifying the pixel values according to the detected viewing position, the system compensates for geometric distortion and maintains image accuracy across different viewing angles and positions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Manufacturing precision

If the projector outputs an image corrected for one viewing position, then the image is accurate at that position, but distortion occurs when viewed from other positions

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveimage accuracyVSAvoidviewing position adaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements a feedback mechanism where the remote control device detects the actual viewing position and sends control signals back to the projector. The processor uses this feedback information to continuously adjust and update the pixel values, creating a closed-loop system that maintains image accuracy across multiple viewing positions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The projection system transitions from a static corrected image to a dynamic adaptive image that changes in real-time based on viewing position feedback. The processor continuously updates pixel values in response to control signals, enabling the system to adapt to different viewing positions while maintaining image accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS12579603B2Image projection device and method for operating the same
Publication Date: 2026.03.17 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The disclosure relates to an image projection device and method that corrects an image to be projected onto multiple surfaces forming a defined angle considering a viewing position. The image projection device may output an image to be projected onto a projection area including an image display area where an image is to be substantially displayed in a projection surface including at least two surfaces bent at a defined angle with respect to a corner. The image projection device may receive a control signal for changing a view point of viewing the projection area from a remote control device and update pixel values of the image to be projected, corresponding to projection points of the projection area in response to the control signal.