Williams Sonoma has been granted a patent for techniques that allow for generating customized views of ensemble scenes by combining existing images of assets. The method involves receiving a request for a specific perspective and creating an output image based on the combination of asset images. GlobalData’s report on Williams Sonoma gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma's grant share as of March 2024 was 82%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Generating arbitrary views of ensemble scenes using existing images
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11972522B2) outlines a method for generating an output image of an ensemble scene based on a prescribed perspective request. The method involves combining existing images of a subset of assets within the scene to create the desired perspective. This process includes generating views of individual assets, portions of the ensemble scene, and global features, with the option to globally relight the final output image. The method also allows for selecting existing images based on asset poses and matching them to the requested perspective, utilizing techniques such as compositing, scaling, and resizing to achieve the desired result.
Furthermore, the patent extends to a system and a computer program product that implement the method described above. The system includes a processor and memory configured to receive perspective requests, generate output images, and select existing images for combination. It also offers features like orthographic views, global relighting, and precise positioning of assets within the scene. The computer program product, embodied in a non-transitory storage medium, provides instructions for executing the method on a computer, enabling the generation of output images with prescribed perspectives by combining existing asset images effectively. Overall, this patent introduces a comprehensive approach to creating customized ensemble scene views, offering a versatile solution for various applications requiring tailored visual perspectives.
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