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Abstract

An extremely versatile approach to image processing is disclosed. A real time same scan video marking and analysis circuit is disclosed which is adaptable to a wide variety of purposes, including same scan logical analysis of data sets obtained from processing the video display. The invention can be advantageously used as part of any video imaging and analysis system for the study and analysis of hard copy images, i.e. still photographs, aerial maps, x-rays, and the like and analysis of moving or living images such as moving components subject to quality control or medical images. The system can operate on a real time same scan basis or analyze and overlay data obtained from analog video images previously recorded on a video cassette recorder. Any data stored or resulting from analysis may be reentered for subsequent and later analysis. Using marking circuitry the images can be created, analyzed and stored in multiple high resolution or low resolution bit planes for analysis. Analytical processes, either electronic or computer based, can be performed and restored in one or more of the multiple digital bit planes for later printout, display, or further analysis.

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First Claim