Laser color copy image processing independent of classifications

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8599439
APP PUB NO 20090161150A1
SERIAL NO

12234500

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An apparatus and a method are described for processing and reproducing a document including both text and half-tone images without generating undesirable image artifacts. A band-pass FIR filter with a predetermined frequency response is used to transform pixels in an input image to sharpen text edge and smooth pre-half-toned areas, and perform error diffusion and cluster dot screening methods on the transformed pixels. The FIR filter has unity gain at DC to preserve image brightness. An integrated error diffused cluster-dot screening approach is used to suppress moiré and other image artifacts, while providing a robust, crisp output.

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CSR TECHNOLOGY INC1390 KIFER ROAD SUNNYVALE CA 94086

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Andree, Fred W Brookline, US 8 95
Pratt, Steven J Acton, US 9 126
Yu, Shenbo Andover, US 14 165

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