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Method and apparatus for providing logical combination of N alpha operations within a graphics system

US7061502B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 28, 2000
Grant dateJun 13, 2006
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06T15/503
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A graphics system including a custom graphics and audio processor produces exciting 2D and 3D graphics and surround sound. The system includes a graphics and audio processor including a 3D graphics pipeline and an audio digital signal processor. Logical combination of N alpha compares can be used to provide a wide range of imaging effects including but not limited to cartoon outlining.

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