Method and Apparatus for Reconstruction of Three-Dimensional Images

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The patent describes a method and device for reconstructing three-dimensional (3D) images using a camera and a specially designed prismatic lens placed between the object and the camera. The prismatic lens creates multiple slightly different images of the object on a single image capture medium (like a camera sensor or film). These images, captured in a single shot and without the need for multiple synchronized cameras, can be processed by computer software to reconstruct a 3D representation of the object.

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• 3D modeling and scanning for industrial inspection or quality control
• Medical imaging, such as dental or orthopedic 3D scanning
• Creation of 3D content for movies, virtual reality, or video games
• Cultural heritage preservation by capturing 3D data of artifacts
• Security and surveillance with depth information
• Scientific research requiring fast synchronized 3D imaging, such as in biology or physics experiments
• Robotics and automation requiring real-time 3D perception

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• Simplifies 3D image capture by requiring only one standard camera instead of multiple synchronized cameras
• Reduces cost and complexity compared to traditional multi-camera or specialty camera systems
• Allows for more compact and flexible device arrangements
• Eliminates errors from poor synchronization between different cameras
• Capable of capturing moving or dynamic objects in 3D in a single shot
• Supports a wide range of electromagnetic wavelengths (from infrared to X-ray), enhancing versatility across various imaging needs
• Easy integration with existing imaging equipment (cameras, sensors)

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The invention relates to a method and an apparatus for reconstruction of three-dimensional images. According to the invention, a prismatic lens is positioned between an object and an image recording mount, producing images on the image recording mount which can be reconstructed to form a three-dimensional image.