Multispectral Vision Augmentation via Spectral Translation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Human sensory perception is limited to a small fraction of the electromagnetic spectrum and audible sound range, missing out on non-visible spectral information such as ultraviolet, infrared, and X-rays, and non-audible vibrations like infrasound and ultrasonic calls.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a transmitting device with multispectral sensors and encoders to capture and transmit non-visible spectral information, and a receiving device with multispectral visual transcribers to convert this information into visual representations compatible with human vision, customizable through user configuration settings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If human eyes detect only visible light, then the visual system is simple and evolutionarily optimized for survival, but non-visible spectral information (ultraviolet, infrared, X-ray) remains undetected
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses an intermediary device (spectral translator or neural interface system) that captures non-visible spectral information through sensors and translates it into a form perceivable by the human visual system. This mediator bridges the gap between non-visible radiation and human perception without requiring biological evolution of the eye itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the biological mechanical limitation of the human eye with electronic/optical detection systems (sensors, encoders, translators) that can detect non-visible spectra. This substitution of biological detection with technological detection systems enables access to ultraviolet, infrared, and other non-visible wavelengths.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multispectral sensors capture broad spectral ranges, then spectral detection capability is enhanced, but device complexity and data processing requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal translation system that can handle multiple spectral bands (ultraviolet, visible, infrared, X-ray) through a single integrated platform. The neural translator or spectral converter serves multiple functions across different wavelength ranges, reducing the need for separate specialized systems for each spectral band.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transforms spectral data from different wavelength ranges by changing parameters such as frequency mapping, intensity scaling, and color space conversion. This parameter transformation allows diverse spectral inputs to be converted into a unified visual representation format that the human brain can process.
3Loss of information
If non-visible spectral data is translated into visual representations, then human perception is expanded, but information accuracy and fidelity may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs color mapping techniques where non-visible spectral information is assigned to visible color ranges. For example, ultraviolet data might be mapped to violet/blue ranges, infrared to red ranges, allowing the brain to interpret non-visible data through familiar visual channels while preserving relative intensity and spatial information.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent adds spectral dimensionality to visual perception by incorporating non-visible wavelength information as additional visual layers or channels. This could manifest as overlaying invisible spectra onto visible images, creating a multi-dimensional representation that preserves fidelity while expanding perceptual capacity.
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
Enables enhanced multispectral vision by translating non-visible spectral information into visual representations, allowing users to perceive a broader range of electromagnetic radiation and sound frequencies beyond normal human perception limits, with customizable rendering options.
Implementation Method 1
sensors capable of capturing information across multiple spectral bands, including both visible light in the 400-700 nm wavelength range detectable by the human eye, as well as non-visible wavelengths such as infrared, ultraviolet, X-rays, and microwaves
Implementation Method 2
The transmitting device contains one or more encoders to translate the raw multispectral data into encoded signals suitable for wireless transmission
Implementation Method 3
The receiving device includes sensors designed to detect the transmitted multispectral signals broadcast by the transmitting device
Implementation Method 4
This data is passed to a multispectral visual transcriber which analyzes the non-visible spectral components and converts them into visual representations compatible with human vision
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AI summary
A system and method for providing multispectral vision using a transmitting device or a receiving device with integrated sensors. The transmitting device captures and distributes multispectral information. A receiving device processes non-visible data into enhanced visual representations presented to the user. Alternatively, the receiving device translates non-visible data into neuronal maps transmitted to a linked neuronal interface worn by the user. The interface stimulates the visual cortex with electrical impulses inducing perception of the multispectral information. The flexible architectures enable sensing beyond normal human vision limits by converting non-visible data through visual representation or direct neural stimulation.