US3836246A
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Image standardizer apparatus
Assignee: Northrop Grumman Guidance and Electronics Co Inc
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Filing: 1973-05-02
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Granted: 1974-09-17
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Expires: 1993-05-02
Abstract
Abstract Disclosed is a color standardizer for standardizing input specimens utilized with a system that analyzes a plurality of input images. The standarizer receives a multi-colored input sample and a comparator analyzes preselected properties of the input sample with respect to a preselected standard. Corrective filters are utilized to alter the color balance and tone of the input sample so as to be compatible with the system. A camera records the suitably altered image. Furthermore, cropping and focusing apparatus are included so that the image output of the standardizer is of a uniform size.
Inventors
- 👤 J Bowker
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 00:54
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01J; G01J3/00; G01J3/46; G01J3/462; G03; G03B; G03B27/00; G03B27/72; G03B27/73; G06; G06T; G06T7/00; G06T7/90; G01J2003/466; G01J3/50; G01J3/51; G01J3/513
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
62 words
A color standardizer comprising: optical input means for receiving a multicolored input sample; a comparator means for analyzing preselected properties of the input sample with respect to a preselected standard; cropping means for cropping the input sample; corrective means for altering the preselected properties of the input sample; and camera means for producing an output of the cropped and altered input sample.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
62 words
A color standardizer comprising: optical input means for receiving a multicolored input sample; a comparator means for analyzing preselected properties of the input sample with respect to a preselected standard; cropping means for cropping the input sample; corrective means for altering the preselected properties of the input sample; and camera means for producing an output of the cropped and altered input sample.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A color standardizer according to claim 1 wherein said comparator means comprises a selection means for selectively providing said standard from a plurality of preselected standards.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
A color standardizer according to claim 1 wherein said comparator means comprises selector means for selecting from the input sample individual segments for analysis with respect to the preselected standard.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
A color standardizer according to claim 1 including auxiliary information means for selectively introducing auxiliary information onto the output photograph.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
A color standardizer according to claim 4 wherein said auxiliary information means comprises data input means for producing fiducial control indicia on said output photograph.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
A color standardizer according to claim 1 including feed means for moving strip film through said camera means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-09-16 | 1978-03-18 | 1978-09-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-09-16 | 1982-03-18 | 1982-09-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-09-16 | 1986-03-18 | 1986-09-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |