Rotating Optical Filter Assembly for Live Camera Effects
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional software programs for image editing are time-consuming and require significant processing power and memory, while conventional optical filters provide limited effects and cannot achieve desired customization before or during image capture, and users prefer physical apparatus for more authentic results.
Innovation Solution
A removably attachable optical device with a non-uniform optical element that can be rotated to alter light passing through it, providing customizable optical effects, including multiple elements and motor-controlled rotation for dynamic effects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If conventional software programs are used for image editing, then image processing can be performed, but processing time and computational resources increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring optical filters and optical elements (such as diffraction gratings, prisms, and lenses) into a modular assembly that can be attached to the image capturing device before image capture. This allows optical effects to be applied in real-time during image capture rather than requiring post-capture software processing, thereby reducing processing time and computational requirements while maintaining device simplicity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional optical filters are used, then optical effects can be applied, but the effects are limited and lack customization
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the optical filter system into multiple independent, interchangeable optical elements (diffraction gratings, prisms, lenses, and filters) that can be individually selected and combined in different configurations. Each element provides specific optical effects, and by segmenting the system into modular components, the patent achieves high adaptability and versatility without excessive structural complexity, as elements can be swapped or reconfigured based on desired effects.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies dynamics by incorporating a rotating mechanism that allows the optical element to be rotated to different angular positions during image capture. This dynamic adjustment enables real-time modification of optical effects (such as changing the orientation of diffraction patterns or prism effects) without requiring multiple static filters, thereby enhancing versatility while maintaining a relatively simple device structure through a single movable component.
3Reliability
If physical optical devices are used, then authentic optical effects are achieved, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a multi-functional mounting assembly that can accommodate various types of optical elements (diffraction gratings, prisms, lenses, and filters) through a standardized interface. The clamp mechanism and housing structure serve multiple functions: securing the optical element, positioning it over the image capturing aperture, and enabling rotation. This universal design achieves authentic optical effects through physical interaction with light while minimizing structural complexity by using a single versatile mechanism rather than separate specialized components for each optical element type.
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 efficient and authentic optical effects during image capture, reducing processing demands and allowing for dynamic, live effects without the need for post-capture editing.
Implementation Method 1
a non-uniform optical element rotatably mounted to the optical element housing, wherein rotation of the non-uniform optical element causes light passing through the non-uniform optical element as the non-uniform optical element is rotated to be correspondingly altered
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AI summary
A removably attachable optical device includes a clamp comprising an upper clamp member and a lower clamp member. When the clamp is mounted on a mobile device, the upper member extends over a device side to enable an orifice formed by the upper clamp member to be positioned over an aperture of the mobile device. An optical element housing has a portion configured to engage the an upper clamp member. A non-uniform optical element is rotatably mounted to the optical element housing. Rotation of the non-uniform optical element causes light passing through the non-uniform optical element as the non-uniform optical element is rotated to be correspondingly altered to create optical effects.