VR and AR dual-purpose device

Abstract

The invention discloses a VR and AR dual-purpose device, and relates to the technical field of intelligent wearable equipment, the VR and AR dual-purpose device comprises a positioning part used for being positioned on a human trunk, a supporting structure used for providing stable support and a visual unit capable of switching VR and AR, one end of the supporting structure is connected with the positioning part, the other end of the supporting structure is connected with the visual unit, and the visual unit is arranged corresponding to human eyes; the positioning part is positioned at the trunk part of the human body, the supporting structure connected to the positioning part is used for supporting the visual unit capable of switching AR and VR, binding of the visual unit and the head is omitted, the trunk part with the higher bearing capacity is used as the basis of the visual unit, and the use comfort can be effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of intelligent wearable devices, and particularly to a device that can be used for both VR and AR. Background Art

[0002] Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are two virtual technologies that are widely used in fields such as gaming, entertainment, training, and education.

[0003] Currently, the most common device that supports both VR and AR is a head-mounted structure. For a head-mounted structure that supports both VR and AR, its internal structure is relatively complex, resulting in a large number of required components, which will significantly increase the load on the head. In the case of long-term wearing, it is easy to cause discomfort. Moreover, the head-mounted structure is mainly bound to the head through an elastic band, which will have a binding effect on the head, further reducing the problem of use comfort.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a VR and AR dual-use device that liberates the head to improve the use comfort. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a VR and AR dual-use device to solve the problems existing in the above-mentioned prior art. By means of a positioning part and a support structure, a visual unit that can switch between AR and VR is installed on the human torso to improve the use comfort.

[0006] To achieve the above purpose, the present invention provides the following solution: The present invention provides a VR and AR dual-use device, including a positioning part for positioning on the human torso, a support structure for providing stable support, and a visual unit that can switch between VR and AR. One end of the support structure is connected to the positioning part, and the other end is connected to the visual unit, and the visual unit is arranged corresponding to the human eyes.

[0007] Preferably, the VR and AR dual-use device further includes a deployment structure. The deployment structure includes a cylindrical cloth cover. A strip-shaped opening for avoiding the user's neck is provided on the cylindrical cloth cover. One end of the cylindrical cloth cover is connected to the position corresponding to the human back of the positioning part, and the other end spans across the user's head and is detachably connected to the visual unit. The user's head is located inside the cylindrical cloth cover, and the cylindrical cloth cover provides a light-shielding path between the user's head and the visual unit.

[0008] Preferably, a strip-shaped cloth cover is detachably connected to the strip-shaped opening. The strip-shaped cloth cover matches the strip-shaped opening and is arranged corresponding to the space between the user's head and the visual unit.

[0009] Preferably, the VR and AR dual-use device further includes a ventilation duct and a purification fan, and the air outlet of the purification fan is connected to the inner cavity of the cylindrical cover through the ventilation duct.

[0010] Preferably, a plurality of support frames for preventing the cylindrical cover from collapsing are arranged at intervals on the inner peripheral wall of the cylindrical cover.

[0011] Preferably, an aroma box or a sand box for providing odor or particulate matter to the human face according to the image displayed by the visual unit is arranged on the ventilation duct.

[0012] Preferably, an auxiliary positioning mechanism is arranged at the position of the positioning part corresponding to the human shoulder. The auxiliary positioning mechanism is detachably connected to the visual unit, and the auxiliary positioning mechanism is a binding rope or a telescopic rod with a lockable length.

[0013] Preferably, the support structure includes an angle adjusting member and a telescopic member with a telescopic function. The positioning part, the telescopic member, the angle adjusting member and the visual unit are connected in sequence, and the angle adjusting member is rotatably connected to the visual unit.

[0014] Preferably, the visual unit includes a processor main body and a transparent screen. A light-shielding member is detachably or rotatably arranged on the side of the transparent screen away from the user's head, and the processor main body is connected to the transparent screen.

[0015] Preferably, a base is arranged on the positioning part, and the support structure is connected to the positioning part through the base. The processor main body is arranged inside or on the outer surface of the base.

[0016] The present invention mainly achieves the following technical effects compared with the prior art: Position the positioning part on the human trunk, and then use the support structure connected to the positioning part to support the visual unit that can switch between AR and VR. Cancel the binding of the visual unit to the head, and use the trunk with stronger bearing capacity as the basis of the visual unit, which can effectively improve the use comfort.

[0017] The following technical effects are achieved by other solutions of the present invention compared with the prior art: The setting of the unfolding structure can provide a light-shielding path for the user, and can improve the viewing effect when the user views the visual unit.

[0018] The strip-shaped cover further strengthens the darkness of the light-shielding path, further improves the viewing effect, and at the same time, the fresh air flow provided by the fan can be used to avoid the user from experiencing difficulty in breathing and improve the use comfort.

[0019] The auxiliary positioning mechanism cooperates with the support structure, which can better position the visual unit and avoid the shaking of the visual unit during use.

[0020] The distance and angle between the visual unit and the eye can be adjusted according to the needs of the user, improving the applicable range of the device. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for use in the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.

[0022] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of the connection between the base and the positioning part of the VR and AR dual-use device in the embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 It is a schematic structural diagram of the VR and AR dual-use device corresponding to the human back in the embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the VR and AR dual-use device during use in the embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 It is a schematic structural diagram of the cylindrical cloth cover in the embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of the support structure in the embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 It is a schematic structural diagram of the connection between the unfolded transparent screen and the auxiliary positioning mechanism in the embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 It is a schematic structural diagram of the connection between the ventilation duct and the fragrance box in the embodiment of the present invention; Figure 8 It is a schematic structural diagram of the connection between the ventilation duct and the sand box in the embodiment of the present invention; Among them, 1. Positioning part; 2. Cylindrical cloth cover; 3. Strip-shaped opening; 4. Support frame; 5. Auxiliary positioning mechanism; 6. Angle adjusting part; 7. Telescopic part; 8. Transparent screen; 9. Light-shielding part; 10. Base; 11. Ventilation duct; 12. Accommodating box; 13. Fragrance box; 14. Sealing cover; 15. Sand box; 16. Solenoid valve. Detailed Embodiments

[0023] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all of the embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without making creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0024] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a device that can be used for both VR and AR to solve the problems existing in the prior art. By means of a positioning part and a support structure, a visual unit that can switch between AR and VR is installed on the human torso to improve the use comfort.

[0025] In order to make the above objects, features, and advantages of the present invention more obvious and understandable, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0026] Please refer to as Figures 1 to 8 As shown in the figure, a device that can be used for both VR and AR is provided, including a positioning part 1 for positioning on the human torso, a support structure for providing stable support, and a visual unit that can switch between VR and AR. The positioning part 1 can be a component such as a harness or clothes. One end of the support structure is connected to the positioning part 1, and the other end is connected to the visual unit. The visual unit is arranged corresponding to the human eyes. After positioning the positioning part 1 at the human torso position, the support structure connected to the positioning part 1 is used to support the visual unit that can switch between AR and VR, canceling the binding between the visual unit and the head. Using the torso part with stronger bearing capacity as the basis of the visual unit can effectively improve the use comfort.

[0027] In some embodiments, the device that can be used for both VR and AR is further provided with an unfolding structure. The unfolding structure includes a cylindrical cover cloth 2. A strip-shaped opening 3 for avoiding the user's neck is opened on the cylindrical cover cloth 2. One end of the cylindrical cover cloth 2 is connected to the position corresponding to the human back of the positioning part 1, and the other end crosses the user's head and is detachably connected to the visual unit. The user's head is located inside the cylindrical cover cloth 2. The cylindrical cover cloth 2 provides a light-shielding path between the user's head and the visual unit, which can improve the viewing effect when the user views the visual unit; in actual use, pull the cylindrical cover cloth 2 from the back to the head and align the strip-shaped opening 3 with the neck. After completing this step, continue to pull the cylindrical cover cloth 2 forward to the head. At this time, the head enters the cylindrical cover cloth 2, and the strip-shaped opening 3 realizes the avoidance of the neck, and then connect the cylindrical cover cloth 2 with the visual unit.

[0028] One end of the cylindrical cover cloth 2 is detachably arranged on the positioning part 1 through structures such as Velcro and hooks, or directly sewn and fixed on the positioning part 1; the other end of the cylindrical cover cloth 2 can be detachably connected to the connecting ring arranged on the visual unit through structures such as hooks, binding ropes, and buckles, aiming to achieve convenient detachable connection.

[0029] A strip-shaped cover is detachably connected to the strip-shaped opening 3. The strip-shaped cover matches the strip-shaped opening 3 and is arranged corresponding to the user's head and the visual unit. The arrangement of the strip-shaped cover can further enhance the darkness of the light-shielding path and further improve the viewing effect.

[0030] The strip-shaped cover can be detachably connected to the strip-shaped opening 3 through structures such as zippers, buckles, and hooks, improving the convenience of disassembly and installation.

[0031] On the basis of setting the strip-shaped cover, a ventilation duct 11 and a purification fan are additionally equipped for the VR and AR dual-use device. The air outlet of the purification fan is connected to the inner cavity of the cylindrical cover 2 through the ventilation duct 11. The exhaust air in the cylindrical cover 2 can be realized through the exhaust port and the exhaust duct. The exhaust port or the exhaust duct can be arranged close to the human head to enhance the air fluidity at the human head; the fresh air flow provided by the fan can be utilized to prevent the user from experiencing poor breathing and improve the use comfort; the purification fan can be a small fan, which is convenient to carry.

[0032] The power of the purification fan can be adjusted through a controller, or the control system can adjust it automatically according to the content of VR or AR to adapt to the wind speed in different VR or AR scenarios.

[0033] In order to improve the degree of intelligence, the air flow provided by the fan can be arranged corresponding to the human face. At the same time, when the scene is single, a fragrance box 13 or a sand box 15 for providing odors or particulate matters to the human face according to the image displayed by the visual unit is arranged on the ventilation duct 11; when the scene changes, there are multiple ventilation ducts 11. The multiple ventilation ducts 11 are arranged in parallel. The side of the multiple ventilation ducts 11 close to the purification fan is connected to the purification fan through an electric control valve. The control system can control the electric control valve to select one of the ventilation ducts 11 to be connected to the purification fan; fragrance boxes 13 or sand boxes 15 filled with particulate matters for simulating sand are arranged on different ventilation ducts 11 (one ventilation duct 11 is not provided with any fragrance box 13 or sand box 15 and is used for normal ventilation). The odors provided by the objects in the fragrance boxes 13 on different ventilation ducts 11 are different; this design can improve the user experience effect. For example, when using the VR function, the control system actively controls a certain ventilation duct 11 to ventilate according to the change of the VR scene. When the air flow passes through the fragrance box 13 or the sand box 15 on this ventilation duct 11, it carries the odor or particulate matter and blows towards the human face to simulate the odor or dust in the VR scene.

[0034] The specific setting method of the fragrance box 13 can be as follows: Cut off the middle part of the ventilation duct 11, install a receiving box 12 with an opening on one side. The positions of the receiving box 12 corresponding to the two sides of the ventilation duct 11 are hermetically connected to the ventilation duct 11. The fragrance box 13 can be inserted into the receiving box 12 from the side opening of the receiving box 12. After the fragrance box 13 is inserted, use the sealing cover 14 to block the opening of the receiving box 12. The fragrance box 13 contains an object with an odor, and a strip-shaped hole or a through hole of other shapes is opened on the fragrance box 13. In this way, the air flow will enter the receiving box 12 and flow through the fragrance box 13 to carry away the odor of the object inside it; this method can also, before using the device, select a suitable fragrance box 13 according to the content to be viewed and install it into the receiving box 12.

[0035] The specific setting method of the sand box 15 can be as follows: Open a through hole at the bottom of the box body of the sand box 15, and open a ventilation port at the top. A solenoid valve 16 is arranged at the through hole at the bottom. The outlet end of the solenoid valve 16 is connected to the ventilation duct 11. When the control system selects to connect this ventilation duct 11 to the purification fan, it synchronously controls the solenoid valve 16 to open. The particulate matter in the sand box 15 flows into the ventilation duct 11 under the action of gravity and is carried by the air flow and blown towards the user's face. Before closing this ventilation duct 11, the solenoid valve 16 should be closed first, and after the solenoid valve 16 is closed for a certain period of time, then close this ventilation duct 11 to ensure that the particulate matter in the ventilation duct 11 is blown clean; the sand box 15 can be bound to the ventilation duct 11 to prevent it from falling.

[0036] On the basis of setting the fragrance box 13 and the sand box 15, a dust collection device with suction and filtration capabilities is arranged at the exhaust port and the exhaust duct. An adsorption device with the ability to adsorb odors is arranged at the air outlet of the dust collection device. In this way, both the suction of particulate matter and the treatment of odors can be achieved, avoiding polluting the external environment.

[0037] A plurality of support frames 4 are arranged at intervals on the inner peripheral wall of the cylindrical cloth 2. Specifically, the support frames 4 are arranged in a ring on the inner peripheral wall of the cylindrical cloth 2, which can prevent the cylindrical cloth 2 from collapsing, ensuring that the user can view the visual unit through the light-shielding path. At the same time, the support frames 4 are also provided with notches at the positions corresponding to the strip-shaped openings 3 to avoid the user's neck.

[0038] In some embodiments, an auxiliary positioning mechanism 5 is provided at the position of the positioning part 1 corresponding to the human shoulder. The auxiliary positioning mechanism 5 is detachably connected to the vision unit. The auxiliary positioning mechanism 5 is a binding rope or a telescopic rod with a lockable length. When the auxiliary positioning mechanism 5 is a binding rope, both ends of the binding rope are respectively bound or hung on the positioning ring provided on the positioning part 1 and the vision unit through hooks. When the auxiliary positioning mechanism 5 is a telescopic rod, one end of the telescopic rod is hinged to the positioning part 1, and the other end is connected to the positioning ring provided on the vision unit through a hook or a binding rope. The telescopic rod includes an outer rod and an inner rod that slides inside the outer rod, and a locking bolt is provided on the outer rod. When the locking bolt is screwed, the force of the locking bolt against the inner rod increases, thereby increasing the friction to lock the position of the inner rod relative to the outer rod. The auxiliary positioning mechanism 5 cooperates with the support structure to better position the vision unit and prevent the vision unit from shaking during use.

[0039] The positioning ring and the connection ring can be shared, and the positioning ring and the connection ring are arranged on the protective outer frame circumferentially provided on the transparent screen 8 of the vision unit.

[0040] The support structure includes an angle adjustment member 6 and a telescopic member 7 with a telescopic function. The positioning part 1, the telescopic member 7, the angle adjustment member 6, and the vision unit are connected in sequence. The angle adjustment member 6 is rotatably connected to the vision unit. The rotation connection method can select a damping rotation structure between the laptop computer screen and the keyboard. The vision unit can be rotated to between the angle adjustment member 6 and the human torso. The telescopic member 7 can refer to the telescopic rod with a locking function selected for the auxiliary positioning mechanism 5. The distance and angle between the vision unit and the eyes can be adjusted according to the needs of the user to improve the applicable range of the device.

[0041] The vision unit includes a processor main body and a transparent screen 8. A light-shielding member 9 is detachably or rotatably arranged on the side of the transparent screen 8 away from the user's head. The detachable method is plugging or clamping. When rotatably connected, it is necessary to ensure that the light-shielding member 9 does not block the user's eyes from looking out through the screen after being rotated and opened. The processor main body is connected to the transparent screen 8.

[0042] Taking the transparent screen 8 used as an AR screen as an example, the length design of the transparent screen 8 should preferably satisfy that the viewing range angle of the user through the transparent screen 8 is close to the range angle of the normal line of the human eye.

[0043] To improve the installation stability of the support structure, a base 10 can be provided on the positioning part 1. The support structure is connected to the positioning part 1 through the base 10. Compared with the support structure, the base 10 has a larger area in contact with the positioning part 1, that is, it has a larger area corresponding to the human body, and can improve the stability of the connection with the positioning part 1.

[0044] Based on the setting of the base 10, the processor main body can be arranged inside or on the outer surface of the base 10. Only the transparent screen 8 is rotatably connected to the angle adjusting member 6, reducing the load on the top of the angle adjusting member 6, making the adjustment more convenient, and the position of the transparent screen 8 more accurately positioned after angle adjustment and less likely to shift. When the processor main body is arranged inside the base 10, it needs to be controlled by a remote control device or by setting corresponding control buttons on the base 10.

[0045] During actual use, pull out the telescopic member 7 outward and rotate the transparent screen 8 outward. After actively adjusting the distance and angle between the transparent screen 8 and the head, connect the end of the auxiliary positioning mechanism 5 away from the positioning portion 1 to the positioning ring provided on the transparent screen 8. At this time, pull the cylindrical cover cloth 2 from the back, connect it to the connection ring provided on the transparent screen 8 after passing through the head, and then connect the strip-shaped cover cloth. After turning on the purification fan, the device can be used normally. When using AR, it is necessary to disassemble or rotate and open the light-shielding member 9. When using VR, it is necessary to install or rotate and close the light-shielding member 9.

[0046] Adaptations made according to actual needs are all within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0047] It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, it is obvious that the present invention is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of the present invention, the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms. Therefore, from any point of view, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-limiting. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the above description. Therefore, all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims are intended to be included in the present invention. Any reference signs in the claims should not be regarded as limiting the claims involved.

[0048] Specific examples are used in the present invention to elaborate on the principles and implementation manners of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the method and its core idea of the present invention; at the same time, for those of ordinary skill in the art, according to the idea of the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation manners and application scopes. In summary, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention.

Claims

1. A VR and AR dual-use device, characterized in that, It includes a positioning part for positioning on the human torso, a support structure for providing stable support, and a visual unit that can switch between VR and AR. One end of the support structure is connected to the positioning part, and the other end is connected to the visual unit, and the visual unit is arranged corresponding to the human eyes.

2. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 1, wherein The VR and AR dual-use device further includes a deployment structure, which includes a cylindrical cover. A strip-shaped opening for avoiding the user's neck is formed on the cylindrical cover. One end of the cylindrical cover is connected to the position corresponding to the human back of the positioning part, and the other end spans the user's head and is detachably connected to the visual unit. The user's head is located inside the cylindrical cover, and the cylindrical cover provides a light-shielding path between the user's head and the visual unit.

3. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 2, characterized in that, A strip-shaped cover is detachably connected to the strip-shaped opening. The strip-shaped cover matches the strip-shaped opening and is arranged corresponding to the space between the user's head and the visual unit.

4. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The VR and AR dual-use device further includes a ventilation duct and a purification fan. The air outlet of the purification fan is connected to the inner cavity of the cylindrical cover through the ventilation duct.

5. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 4, wherein, A fragrance box or a sand box for providing odor or particulate matter to the human face according to the image displayed by the visual unit is arranged on the ventilation duct.

6. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 2, wherein, A plurality of support frames for preventing the cylindrical cover from collapsing are arranged at intervals on the inner peripheral wall of the cylindrical cover.

7. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 1, characterized in that An auxiliary positioning mechanism is arranged at the position corresponding to the human shoulder of the positioning part. The auxiliary positioning mechanism is detachably connected to the visual unit, and the auxiliary positioning mechanism is a binding rope or a telescopic rod with a lockable length.

8. The VR and AR dual-purpose device according to claim 1, wherein, The support structure includes an angle adjusting part and a telescopic part with a telescopic function. The positioning part, the telescopic part, the angle adjusting part, and the visual unit are connected in sequence, and the angle adjusting part is rotatably connected to the visual unit.

9. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The visual unit includes a processor main body and a transparent screen. A light-shielding part is detachably or rotatably arranged on the side of the transparent screen away from the user's head, and the processor main body is connected to the transparent screen.

10. The VR and AR dual-use device according to claim 9, characterized in that, A base is arranged on the positioning part. The support structure is connected to the positioning part through the base, and the processor main body is arranged inside or on the outer surface of the base.

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