Video processing, such as for hidden surface reduction or...

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2004-04-02

2009-06-30

Tung, Kee M (Department: 2628)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Computer graphics processing

C345S422000, C345S611000, C345S613000, C345S614000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07554538

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of methods, apparatuses, devices, and/or systems for video processing, such as for hidden surface removal or reduction, are described.

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