公开(公告)号：US20100254566A1

公开(公告)日：2010-10-07

申请号：US12574626

申请日：2009-10-06

Applicant: Adnan M. Alattar ,  John Stach ,  Juan Tian

Inventor： Adnan M. Alattar ,  John Stach ,  Juan Tian

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06T1/0028 ,  G06T2201/0051 ,  G06T2201/0083 ,  G06T2201/0202 ,  G06T2201/0203 ,  G10L19/018 ,  H04N1/32149 ,  H04N1/32187 ,  H04N1/32229 ,  H04N1/32283 ,  H04N1/32347 ,  H04N1/32352 ,  H04N2201/3233 ,  H04N2201/327

Abstract: A data set is transformed to a domain in which values are robust to distortion. The values are then expanded to carry auxiliary data. To recover the data, the data set is transformed into the domain, further transformed to get a set of possibly expanded data, and then processed to extract auxiliary data from the expanded values.

Abstract translation: 将数据集转换为其中值对于失真具有鲁棒性的域。 然后扩展这些值以携带辅助数据。 为了恢复数据，将数据集转换为域，进一步转换以获得一组可能扩展的数据，然后处理从扩展值中提取辅助数据。

公开(公告)号：US20100202653A1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-12

申请号：US12763417

申请日：2010-04-20

Applicant: Kenneth L. Levy ,  Ravi K. Sharma ,  Lance Lixin Shen ,  John Stach

Inventor： Kenneth L. Levy ,  Ravi K. Sharma ,  Lance Lixin Shen ,  John Stach

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06T1/0064

Abstract: Various improvements and applications for digital watermarking technology are detailed. One concerns techniques for making watermarks resistant to malicious attacks. Another involves using digital watermarking with ID cards and credentials, such as a watermarked driver's license conveying a user's cryptographic PKI. Still another uses digital watermarks in connection with automated compliance audits for corporate users of electronic content. A variety of other technologies are also detailed.

Abstract translation: 详细介绍了数字水印技术的各种改进和应用。 一个涉及使水印抵御恶意攻击的技术。 另一个涉及使用ID卡和凭证的数字水印，例如传达用户密码PKI的带有水印的驾驶执照。 还有另一个使用电子水印与电子内容的企业用户的自动化合规性审核相关联。 还详细介绍了各种其他技术。

公开(公告)号：US07542587B2

公开(公告)日：2009-06-02

申请号：US11682802

申请日：2007-03-06

Applicant: Jun Tian ,  John Stach ,  Neil E. Lofgren

Inventor： Jun Tian ,  John Stach ,  Neil E. Lofgren

IPC: H04K1/00

CPC classification number: H04N1/32299 ,  H04N1/32144 ,  H04N1/32304 ,  H04N1/3232 ,  H04N1/32331 ,  H04N1/32347

Abstract: The ability to remove a watermark from an encoded image opens the possibility of various novel applications. Several such applications are detailed. One employs a reversible watermark in conjunction with a second (robust) watermark. In this arrangement, the payload of the reversible watermark conveys information about the robust watermark (e.g., encoding parameters, or an error signal), permitting removal of the robust watermark from an uncorrupted encoded image. By such arrangements, the encoded image can be fully restored to its pristine, unencoded state even if several different watermarks have been applied.

Abstract translation: 从编码图像中去除水印的能力打开了各种新颖应用的可能性。 几个这样的应用程序是详细的。 一个结合第二（鲁棒）水印采用可逆水印。 在这种布置中，可逆水印的有效载荷传达关于鲁棒水印的信息（例如，编码参数或误差信号），允许从未损坏的编码图像中去除鲁棒水印。 通过这样的布置，即使已经应用了几个不同的水印，编码图像也可以完全恢复到其原始的未编码状态。

公开(公告)号：US07376242B2

公开(公告)日：2008-05-20

申请号：US10742637

申请日：2003-12-19

Applicant: Brett A. Bradley ,  John Stach

Inventor： Brett A. Bradley ,  John Stach

IPC: H04K1/00

CPC classification number: G10L19/032 ,  G06T1/005 ,  G06T2200/36 ,  G06T2201/0051 ,  G06T2201/0052 ,  G10L19/018 ,  G10L21/00 ,  H04N1/32144 ,  H04N1/32154 ,  H04N1/32187 ,  H04N1/32197 ,  H04N1/3232 ,  H04N1/32352

Abstract: Novel methods and systems for quantization based data embedding and reading in host signals, such as image, audio and video signals. To embed auxiliary data in a host signal, an embedder maps the host signal from a first domain into a mapped signal in a second domain that is robust to a class of amplitude modifications that are order preserving. The embedder performs quantization based embedding of auxiliary data into the host signal using quantization bins derived from the second domain that are robust to the amplitude modifications. The mapping improves the robustness of the data embedding method by increasing the chances that the embedded data can be recovered by an auxiliary data reader after amplitude modifications. A related embedding method projects the mapped signal unto a vector, and specifically, a pseudorandom vector. It performs quantization based embedding on the projected signal. The use of this projection provides added robustness of the embedded data to noise and other forms of distortion.

Abstract translation: 用于基于量化的数据嵌入和读取在主机信号中的新方法和系统，例如图像，音频和视频信号。 为了将辅助数据嵌入主机信号中，嵌入器将主信号从第一域映射到第二域中的映射信号，该第二域对于维持秩序的幅度修改类是鲁棒的。 嵌入器使用对幅度修改稳健的从第二域导出的量化仓，执行基于量化的辅助数据嵌入到主机信号中。 该映射通过增加在幅度修改之后辅助数据读取器可以恢复嵌入数据的机会来改善数据嵌入方法的鲁棒性。 相关的嵌入方法将映射的信号投影到向量，具体地说，是伪随机向量。 它对投影信号执行基于量化的嵌入。 使用这种投影可以增加嵌入数据对噪声和其他形式的失真的鲁棒性。

公开(公告)号：US07187780B2

公开(公告)日：2007-03-06

申请号：US10319380

申请日：2002-12-13

Applicant: Jun Tian ,  John Stach ,  Neil E. Lofgren

Inventor： Jun Tian ,  John Stach ,  Neil E. Lofgren

IPC: H04K1/00

CPC classification number: H04N1/32299 ,  H04N1/32144 ,  H04N1/32304 ,  H04N1/3232 ,  H04N1/32331 ,  H04N1/32347

Abstract: The ability to remove a watermark from an encoded image opens the possibility of various novel applications. Several such applications are detailed. One employs a reversible watermark in conjunction with a second (robust) watermark. In this arrangement, the payload of the reversible watermark conveys information about the robust watermark (e.g., encoding parameters, or an error signal), permitting removal of the robust watermark from an uncorrupted encoded image. By such arrangements, the encoded image can be fully restored to its pristine, unencoded state even if several different watermarks have been applied.

Abstract translation: 从编码图像中去除水印的能力打开了各种新颖应用的可能性。 几个这样的应用程序是详细的。 一个结合第二（鲁棒）水印采用可逆水印。 在这种布置中，可逆水印的有效载荷传达关于鲁棒水印的信息（例如，编码参数或误差信号），允许从未损坏的编码图像中去除鲁棒水印。 通过这样的布置，即使已经应用了几个不同的水印，编码图像也可以完全恢复到其原始的未编码状态。

公开(公告)号：US20060018507A1

公开(公告)日：2006-01-26

申请号：US11152686

申请日：2005-06-13

Applicant: Tony Rodriguez ,  John Stach ,  Alastair Reed

Inventor： Tony Rodriguez ,  John Stach ,  Alastair Reed

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06T1/0028 ,  G06T1/0064

Abstract: The present invention provides steganographic and digital watermarking methods and apparatus. In a first implementation, we provide methods and apparatus for steganographically conveying data in a facial image by subtly altering facial features relative to statistical norms. In a second implementation, we convey data through different patterns of a diffraction grating. In a third implementation, we convey a digital watermark orientation component by projecting the orientation component onto an object to be captured. In the case of blue-screen technology, we incorporate an orientation component into a blue-screen itself. This provides great convenience for digital animators when overlay graphics and animation. In a forth implementation, we provide an identification document including an electronic memory chip. The chip includes an image of a bearer of the identification document. The image is digitally watermarked to include information (e.g., a chip serial number or document number) that is carried by the identification document. Thus, the electronic memory chip is tied to the document.

公开(公告)号：US08515121B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-20

申请号：US12942735

申请日：2010-11-09

Applicant: John Stach

Inventor： John Stach

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: H04N1/32149 ,  G06T1/0064 ,  G06T2201/0051 ,  H04N1/32154 ,  H04N1/32187 ,  H04N1/32208 ,  H04N1/32229 ,  H04N1/32251 ,  H04N1/32309 ,  H04N2201/327

Abstract: The disclosure provides apparatus related to arranging objects (e.g., circles, dots and other shapes) in images and graphics to convey a machine-readable signal. One claim recites an apparatus including: electronic memory for storing image or graphic data; and an electronic processor programmed for: integrating a plurality of objects in stored image or graphic data, the objects being arranged in a pattern that is machine-readable, the plurality of objects being integrated in the image or graphic so that the pattern is hidden in the image or graphic through cooperation with design elements of the image or graphic; and providing a visible structure for aiding in machine-reading of the pattern. Of course, other combinations are provided and claimed as well.

Abstract translation: 本公开提供了在图像和图形中布置对象（例如，圆，点和其他形状）以传送机器可读信号的装置。 一个权利要求记载一种装置，包括：用于存储图像或图形数据的电子存储器; 以及电子处理器，其被编程为：将多个对象集成在存储的图像或图形数据中，所述对象被布置成机器可读的图案，所述多个对象被集成在图像或图形中，使得图案被隐藏在 图像或图形通过与图像或图形的设计元素的合作; 并提供可见的结构，以帮助机器读取图案。 当然，也提供并要求保护其他组合。

公开(公告)号：US08194917B2

公开(公告)日：2012-06-05

申请号：US12419830

申请日：2009-04-07

Applicant: Jun Tian ,  John Stach

Inventor： Jun Tian ,  John Stach

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: H04N1/32299 ,  H04N1/32144 ,  H04N1/32304 ,  H04N1/3232 ,  H04N1/32347

Abstract: The ability to remove a watermark from an encoded image by reversible watermarking opens the possibility of various novel applications. Several such applications are detailed. One permits different classes of consumers to gain access to different versions of an image. A pristine image is intentionally degraded in some fashion, and distributed to consumers. By reference to one or more watermarks in the degraded image, some or all of the degradation can be removed, or transformed to a less-objectionable state. Through such arrangements, image consumers with different needs can gain access to versions of the image having differing qualities.

Abstract translation: 通过可逆水印从编码图像中去除水印的能力打开了各种新颖应用的可能性。 几个这样的应用程序是详细的。 允许不同类别的消费者访问不同版本的图像。 原始图像有意地以某种方式退化，并分发给消费者。 通过参考退化图像中的一个或多个水印，可以去除部分或全部退化，或者转化为较不令人讨厌的状态。 通过这种安排，具有不同需求的图像消费者可以访问具有不同质量的图像的版本。

公开(公告)号：US08005259B2

公开(公告)日：2011-08-23

申请号：US12763417

申请日：2010-04-20

Applicant: Kenneth L. Levy ,  Ravi K. Sharma ,  Lance Lixin Shen ,  John Stach

Inventor： Kenneth L. Levy ,  Ravi K. Sharma ,  Lance Lixin Shen ,  John Stach

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06T1/0064

Abstract: Various improvements and applications for digital watermarking technology are detailed. One concerns techniques for making watermarks resistant to malicious attacks. Another involves using digital watermarking with ID cards and credentials, such as a watermarked driver's license conveying a user's cryptographic PKI. Still another uses digital watermarks in connection with automated compliance audits for corporate users of electronic content. A variety of other technologies are also detailed.

Abstract translation: 详细介绍了数字水印技术的各种改进和应用。 一个涉及使水印抵御恶意攻击的技术。 另一个涉及使用ID卡和凭证的数字水印，例如传达用户密码PKI的带有水印的驾驶执照。 还有另一个使用电子水印与电子内容的企业用户的自动化合规性审核相关联。 还详细介绍了各种其他技术。

公开(公告)号：US20110110555A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-12

申请号：US12942735

申请日：2010-11-09

Applicant: John Stach

Inventor： John Stach

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: H04N1/32149 ,  G06T1/0064 ,  G06T2201/0051 ,  H04N1/32154 ,  H04N1/32187 ,  H04N1/32208 ,  H04N1/32229 ,  H04N1/32251 ,  H04N1/32309 ,  H04N2201/327

Abstract: The disclosure provides apparatus related to arranging objects (e.g., circles, dots and other shapes) in images and graphics to convey a machine-readable signal. One claim recites an apparatus including: electronic memory for storing image or graphic data; and an electronic processor programmed for: integrating a plurality of objects in stored image or graphic data, the objects being arranged in a pattern that is machine-readable, the plurality of objects being integrated in the image or graphic so that the pattern is hidden in the image or graphic through cooperation with design elements of the image or graphic; and providing a visible structure for aiding in machine-reading of the pattern. Of course, other combinations are provided and claimed as well.

Abstract translation: 本公开提供了在图像和图形中布置对象（例如，圆，点和其他形状）以传送机器可读信号的装置。 一个权利要求记载一种装置，包括：用于存储图像或图形数据的电子存储器; 以及电子处理器，其被编程为：将多个对象集成在存储的图像或图形数据中，所述对象被布置成机器可读的图案，所述多个对象被集成在图像或图形中，使得图案被隐藏在 图像或图形通过与图像或图形的设计元素的合作; 并提供可见的结构，以帮助机器读取图案。 当然，也提供并要求保护其他组合。