Image analysis – Applications
Reexamination Certificate
2005-01-18
2005-01-18
Mehta, Bhavesh M. (Department: 2625)
Image analysis
Applications
C382S243000, C348S460000, C380S201000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06845170
ABSTRACT:
A hidden watermark and methods of detecting and embedding such watermark is provided. The watermark is resistant to efforts to avoid the message thereof.
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Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz & Mentlik LLP
Mehta Bhavesh M.
Sony Corporation
Sony Electronics Inc.
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