System and method for embedding machine-readable codes in combination with other images such as logos
US8550367B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 18, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 18, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06K19/06103
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A process for embedding a barcode into an image generates an extended barcode that includes a number of copies of the barcode. The extended barcode is embedded into the original image and a textured image is generated. A barcode region is selected that includes a machine-readable copy of the barcode. A transition region is selected that includes a set of pixels that are within a predetermined distance from the barcode region. The textured image is combined with the original image to produce the output image based on the barcode and transition regions.
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