System, device and method for capturing an image of multiple views of an object
US9313383B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 15, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06K15/00
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device for capturing at least three views of an object with a camera includes a housing having a cavity. A slot in the housing communicates with the cavity and is adapted to accept an object. A plurality of mirrors in the cavity reflects at least three views of the object towards the camera, allowing the camera to capture an image of the views. A system for capturing multiple views of an object includes a housing having a cavity. A slot in the housing communicates with the cavity and is adapted to receive an object. A camera, a light source, and a plurality of mirrors in the cavity reflect at least three views of the object towards the camera, allowing the camera to capture an image three views.
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