Multi-camera view selection based on calculated metric
US9813600B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 8, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N23/71
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Techniques for automatically selecting from amongst multiple camera views available in a multi-camera system. In an aspect, one or more metrics are calculated for multiple camera views. The metrics may be used to identify one or more of the camera views as fulfilling a condition, in response to which a particular one of the camera views may be selected for display. For example, in a “select-better-view” strategy, the camera view associated with a more optimal image (e.g., better lighting, or absence of occlusion) is selected for display. In a “flag-diagnostic-view” strategy, the camera view associated with a less optimal image is displayed, e.g., to indicate that a particular camera may require user attention. Specific techniques for calculating metrics are further disclosed.
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