Abstract: Systems and methods for converting a two-dimensional image or sequence of images into a three-dimensional image or sequence of images are presented. In embodiments, the disclosed techniques employ a suite of interactive image processing tools that allow a user to apply image pixel repositioning depth contouring effects and algorithms to efficiently create high-quality three-dimensional images.

Abstract: External depth map transformation method for conversion of two-dimensional images to stereoscopic images that provides increased artistic and technical flexibility and rapid conversion of movies for stereoscopic viewing. Embodiments of the invention convert a large set of highly granular depth information inherent in a depth map associated with a two-dimensional image to a smaller set of rotated planes associated with masked areas in the image. This enables the planes to be manipulated independently or as part of a group and eliminates many problems associated with importing external depth maps including minimization of errors that frequently exist in external depth maps.

Abstract: External depth map transformation method for conversion of two-dimensional images to stereoscopic images that provides increased artistic and technical flexibility and rapid conversion of movies for stereoscopic viewing. Embodiments of the invention convert a large set of highly granular depth information inherent in a depth map associated with a two-dimensional image to a smaller set of rotated planes associated with masked areas in the image. This enables the planes to be manipulated independently or as part of a group and eliminates many problems associated with importing external depth maps including minimization of errors that frequently exist in external depth maps.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and systems of efficiently, effectively, and accurately preparing images for a 2D to 3D conversion process by pre-treating occlusions and transparencies in original 2D images. A single 2D image, or a sequence of images, is ingested, segmented into discrete elements, and the discrete elements are individually reconstructed. The reconstructed elements are then re-composited and ingested into a 2D to 3D conversion process.

Abstract: Systems and methods for converting a two-dimensional image or sequence of images into a three-dimensional image or sequence of images are presented. In embodiments, the disclosed techniques employ a suite of interactive image processing tools that allow a user to apply image pixel repositioning depth contouring effects and algorithms to efficiently create high-quality three-dimensional images.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and systems of efficiently, effectively, and accurately preparing images for a 2D to 3D conversion process by pre-treating occlusions and transparencies in original 2D images. A single 2D image, or a sequence of images, is ingested, segmented into discrete elements, and the discrete elements are individually reconstructed. The reconstructed elements are then re-composited and ingested into a 2D to 3D conversion process.