The 'FlexCam' flexible camera by the Human Media Lab at Queen's University in Canada bends to take dynamic pictures. The bendable camera lets you change the field of view by altering the structure of the device itself. In order to get a wider shot, all you have to do is bend the camera outwards. Embedded in the front of the gadget are three cameras which work together to form a consolidated image. As a result, users can take a picture from varying perspectives simply by bending the camera.
FlexCam works by using customized software to blend the images together. The resulting picture is displayed on a Flexible Organic Light Emitting Diode which bends along with the rest of the camera to show an image in full vivid color.
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The Human Media Lab 'FlexCam' Bends to Take Amazing Pictures
Trend Themes
1. Flexible Cameras - The development of flexible cameras with adjustable fields of view presents opportunities for capturing dynamic and immersive images.
2. Customized Software - The use of customized software to blend images from multiple cameras in a flexible camera opens possibilities for advanced image processing and editing capabilities.
3. Flexible Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLED) - The integration of flexible OLED screens in cameras allows for real-time display of vibrant and colorful images, enhancing the viewing experience.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - The photography industry can explore innovative use cases and applications for flexible cameras, such as capturing panoramic shots or immersive virtual reality content.
2. Software Development - The development of customized software for flexible cameras creates opportunities for software companies to offer advanced image processing and editing solutions tailored to these devices.
3. Display Technology - The integration of flexible OLED screens in cameras introduces opportunities for companies in the display technology industry to create flexible and interactive display solutions for various applications.