Lens cover-based image capture device operation
US10999504B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2039 |
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- 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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