360 degree/forward view integral imaging system

Optical: systems and elements – Lens – Panoramic

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359618, 359726, G02B 1306, G02B 1700, G02B 2710

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ABSTRACT:
A 360 Degree Forward View Integral Imaging System comprises a panoramic imaging element capable of imaging a full 360 degree panoramic image and a forward image onto a single plane. This system can be integrated with a variety of image capture systems such as a CCD camera, a film based camera, or a fiber optic bundle coupled to a CCD camera for remote imaging. The applications of such a system include but are not limited to pipe inspection, bore hole inspection and remote imaging.

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