Method and apparatus for operating on the model data structure of an image to produce human perceptible output in the context of the image
CA 2124603 C · Owner: Xerox Corporation · Inventors: Stone, Maureen C.; Derose, Anthony
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A method for operating a processor-controlled machine and a, machine having a processor, are disclosed for producing human perceptible output related to an image display feature presented in an original image using the model data structure (the model) from which the original image was produced. In response to the display of an output producing region displayed coextensively with a first image segment including a display feature representing a data item in the model some form of human, perceptible output is produced using the data item and presented by an output utilization device at the same time as the first image is being displayed, giving the perception to a machine user of providing …
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- Filed May 30, 1994 and granted February 23, 1999. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended May 30, 2014.
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