Image processing method and apparatus
CA 2302199 A1 · Owner: Harman, Philip Victor · Inventors: Harman, Philip Victor
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An image conversion system for converting monoscopic images for viewing in three dimensions including: an input means (1) adapted to receive the monoscopic images; a preliminary analysis means to determine if there is any continuity between a first image and a second image of the monoscopic image sequence; a secondary analysis means (2) for receiving monoscopic images which have a continuity, and analysing the images to determine the speed and direction of motion, and the depth, size and position of objects; a first processing means (3) for processing the monoscopic images based on data received from the preliminary analysis means or the secondary analysis means; a second …
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