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Single-lens, single-aperture, single-sensor 3-D imaging device

  • US 7,916,309 B2
  • Filed: 04/23/2008
  • Issued: 03/29/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/23/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A device for three-dimensional (3-D) imaging comprising:

  • a lens;

    a substantially oblong aperture obstructing the lens, said oblong aperture having an oblong shape;

    a sensor operable for capturing electromagnetic radiation transmitted from an object through the lens and the substantially oblong aperture; and

    a processor communicatively connected with the sensor for processing the sensor information and producing a 3-D image of the object based on a distance between edges of said oblong shape determined by said sensor.

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