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Apparatus and method for generating depth image using transition of light source

US9554120B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 4, 2013
Grant dateJan 24, 2017
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Expiry dateMar 20, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N13/271
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method for generating a depth image using transition of light sources may include a surface information determination unit to determine surface information related to a surface of an object, using a plurality of intensity images generated according to position of light sources; and an output depth image generation unit to generate an output depth image, using an original depth image and the surface information.

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