Removable Storage Device Emulating Printer for Direct Camera Image Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face difficulties in sharing digital images immediately after capture, as existing non-volatile semiconductor memory devices do not facilitate direct transfer between digital cameras or to other devices without the need for uploading to the internet or a personal computer.
Innovation Solution
A data storage device with a USB interface that receives image content from a camera in a first format, converts it into a second format, and stores it in non-volatile memory, allowing for direct transfer between cameras or to other devices by emulating a printer mode, enabling image sharing without printing or internet transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a camera stores images in its internal memory, then the images can be retained without power, but the images cannot be directly transferred to another camera or device without using a computer or internet upload
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a data storage device as an intermediary between two cameras. The first camera transfers image data to the data storage device, which then transfers the data to the second camera. This mediator eliminates the need for complex direct camera-to-camera communication or external computer/internet infrastructure, simplifying the overall transfer process while enabling portability and immediate sharing.
2Adaptability or versatility
If existing non-volatile memory devices are used for image storage, then portability is improved, but direct image transfer between cameras is not enabled
Solution Approach 1:
The data storage device is designed with universal functionality to interface with multiple camera devices and other electronic devices. It can receive data from a first camera, store it in non-volatile memory, and transfer it to a second camera or other compatible devices. This multi-functional design enables broad adaptability across different device types while maintaining simple, direct transfer operations.
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AI summary
Systems and methods of receiving image content in a first format and storing converted image content in a second format are disclosed. A method includes receiving image content in a first format from a camera at an interface of a data storage device that includes a controller coupled to a memory. The data storage device emulates a printer via the interface. The image content in the first format is converted to image content in a second format and stored at the memory of the data storage device.