Image analysis – Applications
Reexamination Certificate
2006-01-10
2006-01-10
Miriam, Daniel (Department: 2625)
Image analysis
Applications
C382S243000, C380S200000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06985601
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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Azarian Seyed
Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz & Mentlik LLP
Miriam Daniel
Sony Electronics Inc.
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