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Method and apparatus for processing image and computer program product thereof

US11024033B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 28, 2018
Grant dateJun 1, 2021
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Expiry dateJan 21, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06T2207/20221
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Provided is an image processing method including determining an edge region based on contrast of values of pixels included in an image; identifying an outline region in the edge region according to distribution characteristics of values of pixels included in the edge region; and, as the outline region is identified, performing blurring processing for reducing contrast of values of pixels included in at least a portion of the outline region.

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