Parallel Image Processing in Camera Devices

The patent applies preliminary action by storing captured photo frames in memory before processing, and by pre-allocating memory resources. The system stores photo frames in advance in a buffer memory, and the processor can begin processing while subsequent frames are being captured and stored, eliminating idle waiting time between capture and processing operations.

The patent implements continuity of useful action by enabling overlapping operations where the processor continuously processes photo frames while the image capturing unit simultaneously captures new frames. The memory buffer ensures that processing can continue without interruption even when new frames are being captured, maintaining continuous productive action without idle periods.

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the memory system into multiple segments: a first memory for storing captured photo frames and a second memory for storing processed images. This segmentation allows the system to optimize each memory segment for its specific purpose, with the first memory dedicated to rapid frame storage and the second memory for processed output, improving overall processing efficiency while managing memory resources effectively.

The patent extracts the temporary storage function into a dedicated buffer memory that is separate from the main processing and storage systems. By extracting the temporary storage requirement into a specialized buffer, the system can provide high-speed access for processing while keeping the main memory resources available for other operations, thus improving processing speed without proportionally increasing total memory requirements.