Video Call Display Segmentation for Receiver Object Extraction

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Solution Overview

Problem

In video calls, the image data output by the receiver's electronic device is controlled solely by the transmitter, limiting the user's ability to manage and share the received image data according to their intentions.

Innovation Solution

The electronic device includes a processor that receives image data, extracts specific objects within the data, and outputs them to distinct areas on the display, allowing for user interaction and control over the displayed content.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If the transmitter's electronic device controls the image data output in video calls, then the transmission quality is maintained, but the receiver's user control capability is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereceiver's user control capabilityVSAvoidvideo call system control structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The display screen is divided into multiple areas: a first area for receiving image data from the transmitter and a second area for displaying processed image data extracted from the first area. This segmentation allows the receiver to independently control and process specific portions of the video feed without affecting the overall system structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The processor extracts image data from the first area (received video feed) and outputs it to the second area. This extraction mechanism enables the receiver to select and process specific content from the transmitted video, providing user control while maintaining the original transmission stream intact.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

2Adaptability or versatility

If the receiver only outputs received image data without processing, then the system simplicity is maintained, but the user experience is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveimage data processing capabilityVSAvoidprocessor function complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The receiver's processor autonomously extracts and processes image data from the received video feed without requiring additional input from the transmitter. The system performs object identification, area extraction, and selective display automatically, enabling the receiver to serve its own processing needs independently.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The processor performs multiple functions: receiving image data, extracting specific image data, identifying objects, and outputting to different display areas. This multi-functionality allows a single device to handle both reception and processing tasks, enhancing adaptability without requiring separate specialized components.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Adaptability or versatility

If the receiver cannot share processed image data with the transmitter, then the system simplicity is maintained, but the collaborative capability is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveimage data sharing capabilityVSAvoiddata communication structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The receiver extracts and processes image data from the transmitter's video feed, then shares the processed results back with the transmitter. This feedback loop enables both parties to see the processed output, creating a collaborative environment where the receiver's processing enhancements benefit the entire communication system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS12489865B2Electronic devices and methods for providing video calls
Publication Date: 2025.12.02 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

According to various embodiments of the disclosure, an electronic device may include a display, a memory, a communication module configured to perform a video call with an external electronic device, and a processor electrically connected with the display, the memory, and the communication module, and the processor may receive at least one piece of image data from the external electronic device through the communication module, may output the received at least one piece of image data to a first area of the display, may extract first image data among the at least one piece of image data in response to a first user input, may identify a first object included in the extracted first image data, and may output a first user interface related to the identified first object, and the first image data to a second area of the display which is distinguished from the first area.