Image analysis – Image transformation or preprocessing – Selecting a portion of an image
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-11
2006-04-11
Ahmed, Samir (Department: 2625)
Image analysis
Image transformation or preprocessing
Selecting a portion of an image
C382S212000, C382S213000, C358S517000, C358S464000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07027663
ABSTRACT:
A method and system of masking comprising: positioning a masking tool over a masked portion of an image; applying an effect onto the image outside the masked portion; and dynamically moving the masking tool while applying the effect wherein the masked portion changes as the masking tool is dynamically moved.
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Edwards Eric
Fisher Clay Harvey
Jonach Kurt
Manowitz Neal Jacob
Tree John
Ahmed Samir
Blakely , Sokoloff, Taylor & Zafman LLP
Kassa Yosef
Sony Electronics Inc.
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