Transmission-Type Display Image Processing for Visual State Reproduction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing techniques fail to accurately reproduce the visually recognized state on a transmission-type display when reproducing a virtual image displayed on a transmission-type display with a non-transmission-type display.

Innovation Solution

An image processing device that generates a composite image simulating the transmission state of a virtual image by using characteristic parameters of the transmission-type display, such as brightness ratios and position data, to accurately combine projection and captured images, thereby replicating the visual experience on the transmission-type display.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If a virtual image displayed on a transmission-type display is reproduced with a non-transmission-type display using existing techniques, then the reproduction can be achieved, but the degree of reproduction is insufficient and the visually recognized state cannot be accurately reproduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereproduction accuracyVSAvoiddisplay type compatibility
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by adjusting image parameters (brightness, contrast, transparency) based on the characteristics of both the original transmission-type display and the target non-transmission-type display. The image processing device modifies the virtual image parameters to compensate for the differences between display types, enabling accurate reproduction of the visually recognized state across different display technologies.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an image processing device as an intermediary between the transmission-type display and the non-transmission-type display. This intermediary device analyzes the characteristics of both displays and performs necessary image processing transformations, acting as a mediator that bridges the compatibility gap between different display types while maintaining reproduction accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If the virtual image is reproduced without considering transmission state characteristics, then the processing is simple, but the visual experience cannot be accurately replicated

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevisual experience fidelityVSAvoidimage processing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-acquiring and storing characteristic information about the transmission-type display (transmission state characteristics) before the actual image reproduction process. This preliminary data collection and analysis enables the image processing device to make informed adjustments during reproduction, ensuring visual experience fidelity without adding excessive complexity to the real-time processing.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the image processing device continuously adjusts the virtual image parameters based on the acquired transmission state characteristics and the display capabilities of the target device. This feedback loop ensures that the reproduced image accurately reflects the original visual experience while adapting to the constraints of the non-transmission-type display.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentEP4235393B1Image processing device, image processing method, and image processing program
Publication Date: 2025.07.16 FUJIFILM CORP
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AI summary

An image processing device includes a processor (40) that performs composition processing for generating an image, which simulates a transmission state of a virtual image via a transmission-type display, on the basis of a parameter representing characteristics of a model of the transmission-type display from a first image serving as the basis of the virtual image and a second image indicating a real image.