US4239380A
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Image processing apparatus and methods
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-02-09
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Granted: 1980-12-16
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Expires: 1999-02-09
Abstract
Abstract A primary image is processed by an array of optical elements to produce artistic effects in a resultant image which is divided into contiguous modular portions and which is recorded for use in various media including prints, still and motion pictures and patterns for embroidery, petit point and other handicraft applications. The optical elements may be in the form of lenses of square or other shapes positioned at a certain spacing distance from a primary image plane. The spacing distance is adjustable to produce desired effects and the size of the primary image is adjustable to control the size of the modular portions in relation to the size of the resultant image. When the desired resultant image is produced, it or a selected portion thereof is recorded by a camera.
Inventors
- 👤 Morton Goldsholl
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 12:40
CPC Classifications
G; G03; G03B; G03B15/00; G03B15/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 16
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
Image processing apparatus comprising: means defining a primary image plane from which light of non-uniform hue and intensity emanates so as to define a primary image, and an array of optical elements disposed in side-by-side relation to each other and in closely adjacent relation to said primary image plane and arranged to develop from a primary image a resultant image divided into contiguous modular portions each being produced by one of said optical elements from a portion of a primary image which is aligned therewith and which is substantially separate from the portions aligned with adjacent optical elements.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
Image processing apparatus comprising: means defining a primary image plane from which light of non-uniform hue and intensity emanates so as to define a primary image, and an array of optical elements disposed in side-by-side relation to each other and in closely adjacent relation to said primary image plane and arranged to develop from a primary image a resultant image divided into contiguous modular portions each being produced by one of said optical elements from a portion of a primary image which is aligned therewith and which is substantially separate from the portions aligned with adjacent optical elements.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
53 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 1 wherein the portion of the primary image aligned with each optical element may be of non-uniform hue and intensity, each of said optical elements being effective to produce a modular portion of said resultant image which is of generally uniform hue and intensity.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 1, means for adjusting the size of said resultant image in relation to the size of said modular portions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 1, light diffusion means in said primary image plane, and primary image projecting means for projecting a primary image to said light diffusion means to be processed by said array of optical elements.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
51 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 4, said primary image projection means being adjustable in relation to said light diffusion means to adjust the size of said primary image and to thereby adjust the size of said resultant image in relation to the size of said modular portions.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
26 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 1, camera means in spaced relation to said array of optical elements for recording said resultant image.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
18 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 6, said camera means including a motion picture camera.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 7, means including motion picture projection means for producing primary images at said primary image plane.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
23 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 1, each of said optical elements being in the form of a lens element.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
37 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 9, said lens elements having substantially the same focal length and being spaced a distance from said primary image plane of on the order of said focal length.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
32 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 9, said lens elements being of polygonal shape with each side of each element being contiguous to a side of an adjacent element.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
24 words
In an image processing apparatus as defined in claim 9, means for adjusting the distance between said lens elements and said primary image plane.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
82 words
In a method of image processing, the steps of developing in a primary image plane a primary image defined by emanating light of non-uniform hue and intensity, providing an array of optical elements in side-by-side relation and in adjacent relation to said primary image plane to develop from said primary image a resultant image divided into contiguous modular portions each being produced by one of said optical elements from a portion of the primary image aligned therewith, and recording said resultant image.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
82 words
In a method of image processing, the steps of developing in a primary image plane a primary image defined by emanating light of non-uniform hue and intensity, providing an array of optical elements in side-by-side relation and in adjacent relation to said primary image plane to develop from said primary image a resultant image divided into contiguous modular portions each being produced by one of said optical elements from a portion of the primary image aligned therewith, and recording said resultant image.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
83 words
In a method as defined in claim 13 for creating a pattern for use in embroidery or the like with stitches having a certain base dimension, the steps of adjusting the size of the primary image in relation to the size of the optical elements and adjusting the size of the recorded resultant image in relation to the resultant image as produced by the array of optical elements to produce a modular size equal to an integer multiple of the base stitch dimension.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1983-12-16 | 1984-06-16 | 1984-12-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-12-16 | 1988-06-16 | 1988-12-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-12-16 | 1992-06-16 | 1992-12-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |