Multi-Camera Video Feed Segmentation for Flexible Communication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current communication technologies do not effectively enable simultaneous video image sharing and control using multiple cameras between electronic devices, limiting user interaction and flexibility in video communication sessions.
Innovation Solution
A method and system for video image sharing and control that allows a first electronic device to capture and transmit multiple video feeds from multiple cameras, enabling users to select and control the transmission of video feeds between devices, with options for full-screen or thumbnail viewing and simultaneous transmission of live-captured video frames.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple video feeds are transmitted simultaneously from multiple cameras, then video communication flexibility and user interaction are improved, but device complexity and bandwidth consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments video communication into multiple independent channels, each corresponding to a specific camera feed. Each video feed is treated as a separate transmittable object that can be independently controlled, selected, and displayed. This segmentation allows the system to manage multiple video feeds through modular interface elements (thumbnails, buttons) without requiring complete system redesign, thus improving flexibility while controlling complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic device is designed with multi-functionality to handle both single and multiple video feeds simultaneously. The same hardware and software infrastructure supports various communication modes (one-to-one, one-to-many, many-to-one, many-to-many) and display configurations (full-screen, thumbnail, split-screen). This universal design enables the system to adapt to different communication scenarios without proportionally increasing device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple cameras are used for capturing video feeds, then video sharing capability is improved, but control difficulty and processing load increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates visual copies (thumbnails) of each camera feed that are displayed on the user interface. These thumbnails serve as simplified representations of the full video feeds, allowing users to easily identify and select desired feeds without dealing with complex camera parameters. The thumbnail copying mechanism provides an intuitive visual menu that reduces control difficulty while maintaining enhanced video sharing capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces an intermediary layer between the multiple cameras and the user interface. This intermediary manages the complexity of multiple video sources by presenting them in a standardized, easy-to-navigate format through thumbnails and selection buttons. The intermediary handles the processing load of managing multiple feeds while keeping the user interaction simple and intuitive.
3Adaptability or versatility
If simultaneous transmission of multiple video feeds is enabled, then communication functionality is improved, but energy consumption and data usage increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements dynamic control over video feed transmission, allowing users to selectively enable or disable specific camera feeds based on communication needs. The transmission configuration can be adjusted in real-time, switching between single-feed and multi-feed modes. This dynamic adaptability ensures that energy consumption scales with actual communication requirements rather than operating at maximum capacity continuously.
Solution Approach 2:
The system allows parameter changes in video transmission by adjusting the number of active feeds, resolution levels, and frame rates based on communication context. When full functionality is not required, the system can reduce the number of transmitted feeds or lower their quality parameters, thereby reducing energy consumption and data usage while maintaining adequate communication functionality.
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AI summary
A method for video image sharing and control includes activating video communication between electronic devices. Transmission of multiple video feeds is controlled using multiple cameras from a first electronic device.