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System and method for detecting a camera

US8184175B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 21, 2009
Grant dateMay 22, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 16, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V10/60
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for detecting a camera. In one embodiment, although not limited thereto, an illuminator illuminates an area of interest. A camera then takes multiple pictures of the illuminated area and an algorithm is then used to compare the pictures and locate and pirate cameras based on the reflection characteristics.

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