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Lens cover-based image capture device operation

US10999504B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 25, 2019
Grant dateMay 4, 2021
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B17/565
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An image capture device may include one or more optical elements. One or more lens covers may be used to cover the optical element(s). Usage of the lens cover(s) with respect to the optical element(s) may be determined. The operation of the image capture device may be changed based on whether the lens cover(s) are on or off the optical element(s).

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