Image evaluation system, image evaluation method, method for manufacturing decorative sheet sample, and method for manufacturing decorative sheet

Abstract

To provide an image evaluation system capable of quickly performing design development of a decorative sheet at the time of manufacturing a decorative molded article, an image evaluation method, and a method for manufacturing the decorative sheet.SOLUTION: An image evaluation system 20 includes a first terminal 30 for providing a storage unit 40 with image data of a decorative sheet 3 and a second terminal 50 that can display a plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30. The storage unit 40 selects predetermined image data from the plurality of image data based on a signal from the second terminal 50 and transmits the selected image data to the second terminal 50.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 5A

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an image evaluation system, an image evaluation method, a manufacturing method for a decorative sheet sample, and a manufacturing method for a decorative sheet. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, decorative molded products in which a decorative sheet is laminated on the surface of a resin molded product have been used as interior and exterior parts of automobiles, interior and exterior materials of building materials, and housings of home appliances. In the manufacturing process of such decorative molded products, the decorative sheet is laminated on the surface of the resin molded product so as to follow the shape of the surface of the resin molded product. The manufacturing of the decorative molded product is carried out, for example, using a molding die. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] JP 2005-103794 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, in the design development of the decorative sheet, it is necessary to manufacture samples of the decorative sheet and molds for manufacturing the decorative molded product in order to verify the design. Therefore, the number of samples of the decorative sheet and molds to be prototyped increases according to the number of designs to be developed. This increases the burden on design development and lengthens the development period. Furthermore, depending on the surface shape of the decorative molded product and the shape of the molding surface of the mold, when the decorative sheet is laminated on the surface of the resin molded product, some areas of the decorative sheet are significantly expanded. As a result, the decorative sheet after molding may be torn, or the pattern of the decorative sheet after molding may be distorted in the above-mentioned some areas, and a design different from the intended design may be imparted to the decorative molded product. To solve this, samples of the decorative sheet and molds are repeatedly prototyped. In order to perform rapid design development, it may be required to evaluate the design of the decorative sheet before producing the decorative sheet.

[0005] The present disclosure has been made in consideration of the above points, and aims to provide an image evaluation system, an image evaluation method, a manufacturing method for samples of decorative sheets, and a manufacturing method for decorative sheets that enable rapid design development of decorative sheets when producing decorated molded products. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] A first aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation system comprising a first terminal that provides image data of a decorative sheet to a storage unit, and a second terminal capable of displaying a plurality of the image data provided from the first terminal, wherein the storage unit selects a predetermined image data from the plurality of the image data based on a signal from the second terminal, and transmits the selected image data to the second terminal.

[0007] A second aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation system according to the first aspect described above, wherein the first terminal is capable of displaying the image data, and display conditions under which the second terminal displays the image data may be determined based on display conditions under which the first terminal displays the image data.

[0008] A third aspect of the present disclosure is the image evaluation system according to the first aspect or the second aspect described above, wherein the image evaluation system may further include a processing unit that processes the image data.

[0009] A fourth aspect of the present disclosure is that, in the image evaluation system according to the third aspect described above, the storage unit may store data regarding manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet, and the processing unit may change at least one of the pattern, color, and texture of the image data so as to satisfy the manufacturing conditions based on a signal from the second terminal.

[0010] A fifth aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation system according to each of the first to fourth aspects described above, wherein the first terminal creates simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet during molding based on three-dimensional CAD data relating to a decorated molded product produced using the decorative sheet, and provides the simulation data to the second terminal via the storage unit.

[0011] A sixth aspect of the present disclosure is directed to the image evaluation system according to the fifth aspect described above, wherein the second terminal provides the three-dimensional CAD data to the first terminal via the storage unit.

[0012] A seventh aspect of the present disclosure is directed to the image evaluation system according to the fifth aspect or the sixth aspect described above, wherein the decorated molded product may be used as an exterior part or an interior part of a moving body.

[0013] An eighth aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation method comprising the steps of acquiring image data of a decorative sheet from a first terminal, providing the image data to a second terminal based on a signal from the second terminal, and acquiring an evaluation result of the image data from the second terminal.

[0014] A ninth aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation method according to the eighth aspect described above, which may further include a step of creating first processed data by processing the image data by a processing unit based on an evaluation result of the image data, a step of acquiring the created first processed data from the processing unit, a step of providing the first processed data to a second terminal, and a step of acquiring the evaluation result of the first processed data from the second terminal.

[0015] A tenth aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation method comprising the steps of acquiring image data of a decorative sheet from a second terminal, creating first processed data by processing the image data with a processing unit, acquiring the created first processed data from the processing unit, providing the first processed data to the second terminal, and acquiring an evaluation result of the first processed data from the second terminal.

[0016] An eleventh aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation method according to the ninth aspect or the tenth aspect described above, wherein the processing unit may change at least one of the pattern, color, and texture of the image data based on a signal from the second terminal so as to satisfy manufacturing conditions for the decorative sheet.

[0017] A twelfth aspect of the present disclosure is that, in an image evaluation method according to each of the ninth aspect to the eleventh aspect described above, the resolution of the image data provided to the second terminal may be lower than the resolution of the first processed data provided to the second terminal.

[0018] A thirteenth aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation method according to each of the eighth to twelfth aspects described above, which may further include the steps of: creating, by a first terminal, simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet during molding based on three-dimensional CAD data of a decorated molded product produced using the decorative sheet; acquiring the created simulation data from the first terminal; providing the simulation data to a second terminal; and acquiring an evaluation result of the simulation data from the second terminal.

[0019] A fourteenth aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation method according to the thirteenth aspect described above, which may further include a step of acquiring the three-dimensional CAD data of a decorated molded product produced using the decorative sheet from the second terminal, and a step of providing the three-dimensional CAD data to a first terminal.

[0020] A fifteenth aspect of the present disclosure is an image evaluation method according to the thirteenth aspect or the fourteenth aspect described above, which may further include a step of creating second processed data by processing the image data by a processing unit based on an evaluation result of the simulation data, a step of acquiring the created second processed data from the processing unit, a step of providing the second processed data to a second terminal, and a step of acquiring an evaluation result of the second processed data from the second terminal.

[0021] A sixteenth aspect of the present disclosure relates to an image evaluation method according to each of the thirteenth to fifteenth aspects described above, wherein the decorated molded product may be used as an exterior or interior part of a moving body.

[0022] A 17th aspect of the present disclosure is a method for producing a sample of a decorative sheet, comprising the steps of: evaluating image data by an image evaluation method according to any one of the 8th to 16th aspects described above; creating sample print data from the evaluated image data; and producing a sample of the decorative sheet based on the sample print data, wherein in the sample producing step, a pattern of the sample is printed by a melt-type thermal transfer method.

[0023] An 18th aspect of the present disclosure is a method for manufacturing a decorative sheet, comprising the steps of evaluating image data by an image evaluation method according to any one of the 8th to 16th aspects described above, creating print data for a decorative sheet from the evaluated image data, and manufacturing the decorative sheet based on the print data for the decorative sheet.

[0024] A 19th aspect of the present disclosure is a method for manufacturing a decorative sheet, comprising the steps of: preparing a sample of a decorative sheet by the method for manufacturing a sample of a decorative sheet according to the 17th aspect described above; evaluating the prepared sample; creating print data for the decorative sheet from sample print data of the evaluated sample; and preparing the decorative sheet based on the print data for the decorative sheet.

[0025] A twentieth aspect of the present disclosure is directed to the method for producing a decorative sheet according to the nineteenth aspect described above, wherein in the step of producing the decorative sheet, a pattern on the decorative sheet may be printed using an ink containing a metallic pigment or a pearl pigment.

[0026] A 21st aspect of the present disclosure is a method for manufacturing a decorated molded product, comprising the steps of: evaluating image data by an image evaluation method according to each of the 13th to 16th aspects described above; creating sample print data from the evaluated image data; and producing a sample of the decorative sheet based on the sample print data, wherein in the sample producing step, a pattern of the sample is printed by a melt-type thermal transfer method. The method comprises the steps of: producing a sample of the decorative sheet by a method for manufacturing a sample of the decorative sheet; obtaining from the second terminal modified 3D CAD data created by modifying the 3D CAD data; producing a molded part using the modified 3D CAD data; and applying the sample of the decorative sheet to the surface of the molded part. Effect of the Invention

[0027] According to the embodiments of the present disclosure, the design of the decorative sheet can be developed quickly when producing a decorated molded product. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0028] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional view showing a decorated molded product according to one embodiment. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining an example of a method for manufacturing a decorated molded product according to an embodiment. [Diagram 3] FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining an example of a method for manufacturing a decorated molded product according to an embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining an example of a method for manufacturing a decorated molded product according to an embodiment. [Figure 5A] FIG. 5A is a block diagram showing an image evaluation system according to one embodiment. [Figure 5B] FIG. 5B is a diagram illustrating an example of table data stored in the storage unit. [Figure 5C] FIG. 5C is a diagram illustrating an example of table data stored in the storage unit. [Figure 5D]FIG. 5D is a diagram showing an example of image data displayed on the second terminal. [Figure 5E] FIG. 5E is a diagram illustrating an example of table data stored in the storage unit. [Figure 5F] FIG. 5F is a diagram showing an example of image data displayed on the second terminal. [Figure 5G] FIG. 5G is a diagram illustrating an example of table data stored in the storage unit. [Figure 5H] FIG. 5H is a diagram showing an example of image data displayed on the second terminal. [Figure 5I] FIG. 5I is a diagram showing an example of image data displayed on the second terminal. [Figure 5J] FIG. 5J is a diagram illustrating an example of table data stored in the storage unit. [Figure 5K] FIG. 5K is a diagram showing an example of image data displayed on the second terminal. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a flow chart showing an image evaluation method according to one embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an image evaluation method according to one embodiment. [Figure 8] FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing a sample of a decorative sheet according to one embodiment and a method for manufacturing the decorative sheet. [Figure 9] FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing a modified example of the image evaluation method according to the embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0029] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the drawings. In the drawings attached to this specification, the scale and the aspect ratio are appropriately changed and exaggerated from those of the actual objects for the convenience of illustration and understanding.

[0030] Terms used in this specification that specify shapes, geometric conditions, and the degree thereof, such as "parallel," "perpendicular," "same," and values ​​of length and angle, are not to be bound by strict meanings, but are to be interpreted to include a range within which similar functions can be expected.

[0031] In this specification, terms such as "film," "sheet," and "plate" are not distinguished from one another solely on the basis of differences in name. For example, a "decorative sheet" cannot be distinguished from a member called a decorative film or a decorative plate solely on the basis of differences in name.

[0032] First, the configuration and manufacturing method of a decorated molded product will be described with reference to FIGS.

[0033] The decorative molded product 1 is used, for example, as an interior or exterior part of a moving object, an interior or exterior material of a building material, or a housing of a home appliance. The moving object is, for example, an automobile, a railroad car, a dolly, a ship, an airplane, a helicopter, a drone, or a robot. As shown in FIG. 1, the decorative molded product 1 includes a molded part 2 and a decorative sheet 3.

[0034] The molded portion 2 is a part molded from a resin material, and is produced, for example, by injection molding the resin material, as described below. The resin material forming the molded portion 2 is not particularly limited. Examples of the resin material forming the molded portion 2 include polycarbonate, acrylic resin such as polymethyl methacrylate, ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene copolymer), and polypropylene. The molded portion 2 may be transparent or opaque. The molded portion 2 may be colored.

[0035] The decorative sheet 3 covers at least a part of the surface of the molded part 2. In the illustrated example, the decorative sheet 3 is produced by laminating a design layer 5, a surface protection layer 6, etc., on a base sheet 4 produced from a resin material. Examples of the resin material constituting the base sheet 4 include acrylic resins such as polymethyl methacrylate, polyethylene terephthalate, vinyl chloride, ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene copolymer), polycarbonate, polyethylene naphthalate, polystyrene, cyclic polyolefin, polypropylene, etc. A single layer or multiple layers of sheets of the exemplified materials may be used, for example, acrylic resin and ABS may be laminated. The base sheet 4 may be transparent or opaque. The base sheet 4 may be colored. The decorative sheet 3 may be transparent or opaque.

[0036] The design layer 5 is, for example, a layer on which a design such as a color, pattern, figure, design, picture, photograph, character, mark, pictogram, letter, number, etc. is formed, a layer on which a design expressing a material such as wood, cloth, leather, stone, metal, etc. is formed, or a layer on which a concave-convex structure is formed inside to provide a three-dimensional effect with depth. The design layer 5 may be formed by printing or by transfer printing.

[0037] The surface protective layer 6 forms the outermost surface of the decorated molded article 1. The surface protective layer 6 has scratch resistance and the like. The surface protective layer 6 is made of, for example, a resin material. Examples of the resin material constituting the surface protective layer 6 include thermoplastic resins, thermosetting resins, and ionizing radiation curable resins.

[0038] The configuration of the decorative sheet 3 is not limited to the above example. For example, the decorative sheet 3 may include functional layers such as an ultraviolet absorbing layer, an anti-reflection layer, a light diffusing layer, an adhesive layer, a backer layer, and a light blocking pattern.

[0039] Such a decorated molded product 1 is produced, for example, by the following method. First, a molding die 10 is prepared as shown in Fig. 2. The molding die 10 has a shape corresponding to the shape of the decorated molded product 1. The molding die 10 has a female die 11 and a male die 12. The female die 11 and the male die 12 each have cavity surfaces 13, 14 that define a space that becomes a molding cavity C (see Fig. 4). The female die 11 is provided with a suction hole 15 for discharging air from within the cavity C.

[0040] Next, as shown in FIG. 3, the decorative sheet 3 is placed facing the cavity surface 13 of the female mold 11 and fixed to the female mold 11 using a sheet clamp 16 or the like. In the illustrated example, the sheet clamp 16 is formed in a frame shape in a plan view. Next, the decorative sheet 3 is heated and softened by a heater 17, while the air between the decorative sheet 3 and the cavity surface 13 of the female mold 11 is exhausted through the suction holes 15. This causes the softened decorative sheet 3 to stretch and assume a shape that generally conforms to the cavity surface 13. In this way, the decorative sheet 3 is preformed.

[0041] Next, as shown in FIG. 4, the cavity surface 14 of the male mold 12 is opposed to the cavity surface 13 of the female mold 11, and the male mold 12 is fixed in close contact with the female mold 11. Next, the cavity C formed between the female mold 11 and the male mold 12 is filled with a heated and melted resin material R. The resin material R is a resin material that forms the molded portion 2. By filling the cavity C with the heated resin material R, the decorative sheet 3 is formed into a shape corresponding to the cavity surface 13 of the female mold 11. In this way, the decorative sheet 3 is molded. At the same time, the molded portion 2 is also molded. After the resin material R in the cavity C is cooled and solidified, the mold 10 is opened to remove the molded product, and unnecessary parts of the decorative sheet 3 are trimmed as necessary. In this way, the decorated molded product 1 is produced.

[0042] The manufacturing method of the decorated molded product 1 is not limited to the method shown in Figs. 2 to 4. For example, the decorative sheet 3 may be preformed using a preform mold other than the mold 10 before being applied to the mold 10. In this case, the decorated molded product 1 may be produced by the following method. That is, the heated decorative sheet 3 is stretched along a preform mold (not shown) to be preformed into a shape that generally corresponds to the cavity surface 13 of the female die 11 of the mold 10. Next, the preformed decorative sheet 3 is removed from the preform mold and placed in the mold 10 as shown in Fig. 4. Next, the cavity C is filled with a molten resin material R. After the resin in the cavity C is cooled and solidified, the mold 10 is opened to remove the molded product, and unnecessary parts of the decorative sheet 3 are trimmed as necessary. In this manner, the decorated molded product 1 is obtained.

[0043] Next, an image evaluation system 20 according to an embodiment will be described. The image evaluation system 20 is a system for evaluating an image of a decorative sheet 3 for producing a decorated molded product 1.

[0044] Image Evaluation System As shown in FIG. 5A, the image evaluation system 20 includes a first terminal 30 and a second terminal 50 capable of displaying a plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30. The image evaluation system 20 may further include a processing unit 60 that processes the image data. Among them, the first terminal 30 may be configured to provide the image data of the decorative sheet 3 to the storage unit 40. The storage unit 40 may be configured to save the plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30. The second terminal 50 may be configured to provide the image data of the decorative sheet 3 to at least one of the first terminal 30 and the storage unit 40.

[0045] Here, the image data of the decorative sheet 3 provided by the first terminal 30 and / or the second terminal 50 may be two-dimensional data of the decorative sheet 3, or may be three-dimensional data including data on a fine surface structure (e.g., uneven structure) in addition to the two-dimensional data of the decorative sheet 3. For example, one of the first terminal 30 and the second terminal 50 may provide two-dimensional data of the decorative sheet 3, and then the other may provide data on the surface, and the two-dimensional data and the data on the surface may be integrated in the storage unit 40 to store the three-dimensional data in the storage unit 40. In addition, the image data of the decorative sheet 3 provided by the first terminal 30 may be image data created by scanning a sample of the decorative sheet 3, or may be image data created using software for image editing. By using image data created using software for image editing without manufacturing a sample of the decorative sheet 3, it is possible to more quickly develop the design of the decorative sheet. The image data of the decorative sheet 3 is, for example, image data showing the decorative sheet before decoration molding. In other words, the image data of the decorative sheet 3 is image data of the decorative sheet in which the elongation of the decorative sheet due to decorative molding is not substantially taken into consideration.

[0046] The first terminal 30 may provide the storage unit 40 with a plurality of types of data with different resolutions of image data. This allows data with different resolutions to be used as image data depending on the stage of design development. For example, image data of the decorative sheet 3 with a lower resolution than the image data used when actually producing the decorative sheet 3 (for convenience of explanation, sometimes referred to as "low-resolution image data") may be provided to the storage unit 40, and the low-resolution image data may be used in the initial stage of design development. Then, image data of the decorative sheet 3 with a resolution required when actually producing the decorative sheet 3 (for convenience of explanation, sometimes referred to as "high-resolution image data") may be provided to the storage unit 40, and high-resolution image data may be used after the initial stage of design development. In this way, by changing the resolution of the image data depending on the stage of design development, efficient communication in a digital environment can be achieved between the decorative sheet manufacturer and its customer. In this case, the resolution of the low-resolution image data provided by the first terminal 30 to the storage unit 40 may be, for example, 100 dpi or more and 300 dpi or less, and may be about 150 dpi as an example. This reduces the load on the second terminal 50, for example, even when a user of the second terminal 50 displays a large number of image data to select a design. In addition, the user of the second terminal 50 can easily download multiple low-resolution image data, improving user convenience. In addition, even when an image is configured to a long size to be printed on a long film, such as a film with a length of more than 1 meter, in order to correspond to the shape of a decorative molded product, the increase in the volume of image data is suppressed, reducing the load on various machines.

[0047] Next, a detailed description will be given of the first terminal 30, the storage section 40, the second terminal 50, and the processing section 60. First, the first terminal 30 will be described.

[0048] (1st terminal) The first terminal 30 has a display unit 31, a communication unit 32, a storage unit 33, a processing unit 34, and an operation unit 35. The display unit 31 is configured to display image data. This allows the first terminal 30 to display image data. The display unit 31 can be any display such as a liquid crystal display, a plasma display, or an organic EL display. For example, the first terminal 30 is a terminal of a decorative sheet manufacturer that provides the decorative sheet.

[0049] The communication unit 32 is an interface for transmitting and receiving information between the storage unit 40 and the first terminal 30 via a network. The storage unit 33 is configured to store data such as image data. The storage unit 33 may be a memory such as a ROM or a RAM.

[0050] The processing unit 34 is configured to execute necessary processes in the first terminal 30. The processing unit 34 may be configured, for example, by a CPU (Central Processing Unit) that operates based on a predetermined program.

[0051] Here, the processing unit 34 may verify the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 that occurs during molding by simulation. The decorated molded product 1 produced using the decorative sheet 3 has a three-dimensional shape with unevenness and through holes with a large height difference. This height difference can be regarded as the height difference of the cavity surface 13 shown in Figs. 2 to 4. Therefore, when the decorated molded product 1 is produced, the decorative sheet 3 elongates in the area that follows the three-dimensional shape. If the decorative sheet 3 elongates greatly, the decorative sheet 3 may break. Even if the decorative sheet 3 does not break, the decorative sheet 3 may stretch and the pattern on the decorative sheet 3 may become distorted. As a result, the design given to the decorated molded product 1 may differ from the intended design. In such a case, the design given to the decorated molded product 1 can be made closer to the intended design by modifying the design of the surface shape of the decorated molded product 1 and the shape of the mold through trial and error. However, repeatedly producing the decorative sheet and the molding die until a satisfactory decorated molded product 1 is produced increases the time and cost required to produce the decorated molded product 1. In response to this, the processing unit 34 verifies the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 during molding through a simulation, which makes it easy to determine whether the decorated molded product 1 can be produced from the decorative sheet 3 and makes it possible to grasp in advance the distortion of the pattern on the decorative sheet 3.

[0052] In this case, the first terminal 30 may create simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 during molding based on three-dimensional CAD data related to the decorative molded product 1. For example, data of a mold model generated based on the three-dimensional CAD data and physical property data of the decorative sheet 3 may be used to create the simulation data. When creating the simulation data using data of the mold model, first, a mold model used for molding is created based on the three-dimensional CAD data. Next, the mold model is used to simulate the amount of elongation of the decorative sheet 3 before and after molding to create simulation data. The state of the pattern after molding can be simulated by determining the position of the pattern of the image data of the decorative sheet 3 after molding according to the amount of elongation of the decorative sheet 3. Then, the first terminal 30 may provide the simulation data to the second terminal 50 via the storage unit 40. Note that, when the processing unit 34 performs the simulation, for example, the molding method of the decorative molded product 1 described above may be taken into consideration. Different molding dies may be used depending on the molding method of the decorative molded product 1. Different configurations of the decorative sheet 3 are used depending on the molding method of the decorated molded product 1, and as a result, the physical properties of the decorative sheet 3 may change. For this reason, the processing unit 34 may simulate the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 based on the molding die and decorative sheet 3 according to the molding method. This allows the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 to be verified more accurately.

[0053] In the development of the decorative molded product 1, the design development of the decorative sheet 3 and the development of the decorative molded product 1 may be performed in parallel. Specifically, the design development of the decorative sheet 3 may start before the specifications (e.g., shape) of the decorative molded product 1 are determined. In other words, the shape of the decorative molded product 1 may be changed as the design development of the decorative sheet 3 progresses. In such a case, the 3D CAD data used to create the simulation data (for convenience of explanation, it may be called provisional 3D CAD data) is different from the 3D CAD data representing the changed shape of the decorative molded product 1 (for convenience of explanation, it may be called corrected 3D CAD data). When the development of the decorative molded product 1 is in progress, the provisional 3D CAD data may be used, and when the development of the decorative molded product 1 is completed (for example, at the stage of evaluating a sample of the decorative sheet 3), the corrected 3D CAD data different from the provisional 3D CAD data may be used.

[0054] The three-dimensional CAD data of the decorative molded product 1 may be provided from the second terminal 50 to the first terminal 30 via the storage unit 40. Alternatively, when a user who provides the decorative sheet 3 proposes the shape or the like of the decorative molded product 1 to a user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3, the three-dimensional CAD data of the proposed decorative molded product may be stored in advance in the storage unit 33 of the first terminal 30.

[0055] The operation unit 35 is an input device operated by a user of the first terminal 30, and the first terminal 30 is configured to cause the processing unit 34 to execute processing according to the operation input to the operation unit 35.

[0056] The first terminal 30 may be, for example, a desktop computer, a notebook computer, or a mobile terminal such as a smartphone or a tablet terminal.

[0057] (Storage section) The storage unit 40 has a communication unit 41, a memory unit 42, and a processing unit 43. The communication unit 41 is an interface for transmitting and receiving information between the first terminal 30 and the storage unit 40 via a network. The memory unit 42 is configured to store image data and the like provided by the first terminal 30. This memory unit 42 may be a memory such as a ROM or a RAM.

[0058] The storage unit 42 may store various information associated with each image data in one or more data tables. In this case, the storage unit 42 of the storage unit 40 may store data on the design concept brought about by the image data and the manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet 3. For example, as shown in FIG. 5B, information on the design of each image data (e.g., pattern and color), the method of molding using the decorative sheet (molding method), the material of the decorative sheet, the carbon footprint (CFP) of the decorative sheet, and the like may be stored in the data table. This allows the user operating the second terminal 50 to search for image data based on information associated with the image data (e.g., molding methods that can be adopted at the time of molding). Note that examples of the molding methods include insert molding, thermoject molding, and in-mold molding. Although not shown, information on the layer structure, material, thickness, and the like of the decorative sheet 3 may be stored in the data table. Furthermore, information on the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 when producing the decorative molded product 1 may be stored in the data table.

[0059] As an example of using data on manufacturing conditions, for example, information on the specifications of the decorative sheet that can be produced, the number of decorative sheets to be produced, the delivery date for producing the decorative sheet, or the shape of the decorative molded product 1 that can be produced may be stored in a data table for each molding method. Note that the "specifications of the decorative sheet that can be produced" may include information on the layer structure, pattern, color, or texture such as glossiness (glossiness or matteness) of the decorative sheet 3. Also, the "shape of the decorative molded product 1 that can be produced" may include information on the height H (see FIG. 1) of the decorative molded product 1 that will not stretch and tear during molding.

[0060] As another example of using data on manufacturing conditions, for example, as shown in FIG. 5C, information on printable CMY and Bk (black) and special colors (e.g., specific mixed colors, metallic such as gold and silver, gloss, matte) may be stored in a data table for each design and / or molding method of each image data. In the example shown in FIG. 5C, only the combination in image data number 1 is illustrated. When using a data table in which such a combination is stored, the user of the second terminal 50 selects a favorite image data number (e.g., "No. 1"). Then, the user of the first terminal 30 refers to the data table stored in the storage unit 42. Next, the user of the first terminal 30 creates a plurality of image data (for convenience of explanation, it may be called color-adjusted image data) in which some of the colors used in the image data number "No. 1" are adjusted to colors within a manufacturable range by the first terminal 30. The first terminal 30 provides the image data selected by the user of the second terminal 50 and the color-adjusted image data to the second terminal 50. As a result, as shown in FIG. 5D, a plurality of image data expressed in manufacturable colors is displayed on the second terminal 50. The second terminal 50 may be configured to display a list of all image data having a manufacturable structure. In FIG. 5D, the color difference of the image data is shown by shading. The user of the second terminal 50 can select image data that satisfies the manufacturable conditions while viewing the multiple image data displayed. Optionally, the second terminal 50 may select a desired molding method (e.g., insert molding method) from the insert molding method, the thermoject molding method, or the in-mold molding method in the process of referring to the image data expressed in manufacturable colors.

[0061] As another example of using data on manufacturing conditions, for example, as shown in FIG. 5E, a pattern that can be expressed for each design and / or molding method of each image data (for example, the width of a thin line, the shade of a color, the resolution, and the type of a pattern) may be stored in a data table. In the example shown in FIG. 5E, only the combination in image data number 1 is illustrated. In this case, the user of the second terminal 50 selects an image data number (for example, "No. 1") related to a specific design. Then, the user of the first terminal 30 refers to the data table stored in the storage unit 42. Next, the user of the first terminal 30 creates a plurality of image data (for convenience of explanation, sometimes referred to as pattern-adjusted image data) in which a part of the pattern of the image data number "No. 1" is adjusted to a manufacturable range by the first terminal 30. Examples of pattern-adjusted image data include image data with a large line width used for design expression and image data with a small line width. Other examples of pattern-adjusted image data include image data with a dark color of a pattern used for design expression and image data with a light color of a pattern used for design expression. Further examples of the pattern-adjusted image data include image data with fine resolution of the pattern used for design expression and image data with coarse resolution. Further examples of the pattern-adjusted image data include image data with different patterns used for design expression. The first terminal 30 provides the second terminal 50 with the image data selected by the user of the second terminal 50 and the pattern-adjusted image data. As a result, as shown in FIG. 5F, a plurality of image data expressed in a manufacturable pattern is displayed on the second terminal 50. The second terminal 50 may be configured to display a list of all image data having a manufacturable structure. In FIG. 5F, the illustration of the difference in resolution is omitted for clarity of the drawing. Then, the user of the second terminal 50 can select image data of a pattern that satisfies the manufacturable conditions while viewing the plurality of displayed image data. Optionally, the user of the second terminal 50 may select a desired molding method (e.g., insert molding method) from the insert molding method, the thermoject molding method, and the in-mold molding method in the process of referring to the image data expressed in a manufacturable pattern.

[0062] As another example of using data on manufacturing conditions, for example, as shown in FIG. 5G, a pattern that can be expressed in each predetermined region for each design and / or molding method of each image data (for example, the width of thin lines, the shade of color, the resolution, the type of pattern) may be stored in a data table. In the example shown in FIG. 5G, only the combination in image data number 1 is illustrated. The "A part" in FIG. 5G may be any region (for example, the A part in FIG. 5H and FIG. 5I described later), and "other" may be a region other than the A part. In this case, the user of the second terminal 50 selects an image data number related to a specific design (for example, "No. 1"). Then, the user of the first terminal 30 refers to the data table stored in the storage unit 42. Next, the user of the first terminal 30 creates a plurality of image data (for convenience of explanation, it may be called pattern-adjusted image data) in which a part of the pattern of the image data number "No. 1" is adjusted within a manufacturable range by the first terminal 30 as described above. In this case, as shown in FIG. 5H, in the pattern of the subdivision "1a" of the image data number "1", image data with a large line width of the A part is created. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 5I, in the pattern of the subdivision "1c" of the image data number "1", image data with a small line width of the A part is created. Then, the first terminal 30 provides the image data selected by the user of the second terminal 50 and the pattern-adjusted image data to the second terminal 50. As a result, a plurality of image data expressed in a manufacturable pattern is displayed on the second terminal 50. The second terminal 50 may be configured to display a list of all image data having a manufacturable structure. Then, the user of the second terminal 50 can select image data of a pattern that satisfies the manufacturable conditions while viewing the displayed plurality of image data. Optionally, the user of the second terminal 50 may select a desired molding method (for example, the insert molding method) from the insert molding method, the thermoject molding method, or the in-mold molding method in the process of referring to the image data expressed in the manufacturable pattern.

[0063] As another example of using data on manufacturing conditions, for example, as shown in FIG. 5J, information on textures that can be manufactured may be stored in a data table for each pattern and / or molding method of each image data. Examples of information on texture include the size of unevenness (two-dimensional size), high and low, or low and high density, or glossiness (glossiness or matteness). In this case, the user of the second terminal 50 selects an image data number (for example, "No. 1"). Then, the user of the first terminal 30 refers to the data table stored in the storage unit 42. Next, the user of the first terminal 30 creates a plurality of image data (for convenience of explanation, may be referred to as texture-adjusted image data) in which the unevenness and / or glossiness of the image data number "No. 1" is adjusted within a manufacturable range by the first terminal 30. The first terminal 30 provides the image data selected by the user of the second terminal 50 and the texture-adjusted image data to the second terminal 50. As a result, as shown in FIG. 5K, the image data expressed with a manufacturable texture is displayed on the second terminal 50. The second terminal 50 may be configured to display a list of all image data having a manufacturable structure. The user of the second terminal 50 can select image data of a pattern that satisfies the manufacturable conditions while viewing the multiple image data displayed. Optionally, the user of the second terminal 50 may select a desired molding method (e.g., insert molding) from the insert molding method, thermoject molding method, or in-mold molding method in the process of referring to the image data expressed with a manufacturable texture.

[0064] The various data tables stored in the storage unit 42 may be configured so that only the user of the first terminal 30 can view them.

[0065] The processing unit 43 is configured to execute necessary processes in the storage unit 40. The processing unit 43 may be configured, for example, by a CPU that operates based on a predetermined program.

[0066] Here, the storage unit 40 is configured to select predetermined image data from the multiple image data based on a signal from the second terminal 50, and to transmit the selected image data to the second terminal 50. This allows the user operating the second terminal 50 to view desired image data through the second terminal 50.

[0067] The storage unit 40 may classify and store a plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30 into a plurality of groups. The storage unit 40 may also assign attribute information to each of the plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30 and store the image data. In this case, the storage unit 40 may assign attribute information so that one image data has a plurality of attribute information, or may assign attribute information so that the attribute information of one image data overlaps with the attribute information of other image data in part or in whole. The attribute information may include the items exemplified in the description of the data table above. In this case, the storage unit 42 may classify and store a plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30 into a plurality of groups. For example, the storage unit 42 may group and store a plurality of image data for each predetermined feature. As an example, the storage unit 42 may group and store a plurality of image data for each feature such as color or pattern, or for each attribute information assigned to the image data. In addition, the memory unit 42 may group and store multiple image data according to themes corresponding to the concept of the vehicle to which the decorative molded product 1 is applied (e.g., "sporty," "natural," "intelligent," or "luxury," etc.).

[0068] The storage unit 40 may have information regarding the browsing history and rating history of the user who operates the second terminal 50.

[0069] The storage unit 40 may be a cloud server. The storage unit 40 may be a stand-alone server, a file server, or the like.

[0070] (2nd terminal) The second terminal 50 has a display unit 51, a communication unit 52, a storage unit 53, a processing unit 54, and an operation unit 55. The display unit 51 is configured to display image data. The display unit 51 can be any display unit such as a liquid crystal display, a plasma display, or an organic EL display. For example, the second terminal 50 is a terminal of a user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3, or a terminal of a user who is provided with the decorated molded product 1.

[0071] The display conditions when the second terminal 50 displays the image data are preferably determined based on the display conditions when the first terminal 30 displays the image data. Here, the display conditions refer to the resolution, color, and brightness of the display that displays the image data. In this case, for example, when the display unit 31 of the first terminal 30 is a liquid crystal display, the display unit 51 of the second terminal 50 may be the same liquid crystal display as the display unit 31. This allows the display mode of the image data displayed on the display unit 51 to be closer to the display mode of the image data displayed by the display unit 31. Therefore, for example, when processing the image data, the correction points required by the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can be accurately communicated to the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3. As a result, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can easily obtain the desired image data. Also, for example, when the display unit 31 of the first terminal 30 is a liquid crystal display, the display unit 51 of the second terminal 50 may be a liquid crystal display that can support the same color gamut standard as the display unit 31.

[0072] The communication unit 52 is an interface for transmitting and receiving information between the storage unit 40 and the second terminal 50 via a network. The storage unit 53 is configured to store data such as image data. This storage unit 53 may be a memory such as a ROM or a RAM.

[0073] The processing unit 54 is configured to execute necessary processes in the second terminal 50. The processing unit 54 may be configured, for example, by a CPU (Central Processing Unit) that operates based on a predetermined program.

[0074] The operation unit 55 is an input device operated by a user of the second terminal 50, and the second terminal 50 is configured to cause the processing unit 54 to execute processing according to an operation input to the operation unit 55.

[0075] The second terminal 50 may provide the first terminal 30 with three-dimensional CAD data of the decorated molded product 1 produced from the decorative sheet 3 via the storage unit 40. In this case, the three-dimensional CAD data may be stored in the memory unit 53 described above.

[0076] The second terminal 50 may be, for example, a desktop computer, a notebook computer, or a mobile terminal such as a smartphone or a tablet terminal.

[0077] (Processing department) The processing unit 60 is configured to perform a predetermined processing process on the image data. The processing unit 60 may change at least one of the pattern, color, and texture of the image data based on a signal from the first terminal 30 and / or the second terminal 50 so as to satisfy the manufacturing conditions. For example, the processing unit 60 may be configured to change the pattern, color, or glossiness (glossiness or matteness) of the image data based on a signal from the first terminal 30 and / or the second terminal 50. In addition, when the image data is three-dimensional data, the processing unit 60 may be configured to change the height of the unevenness formed on the surface of the decorative sheet 3 based on a signal from the first terminal 30 and / or the second terminal 50. This processing unit 60 may be configured, for example, by a CPU that operates based on a predetermined program.

[0078] The processing unit 60 may be integrated with the first terminal 30. In this case, the user who operates the first terminal 30 can change the image data. That is, the user who provides the decorative sheet 3 can change the image data on the first terminal 30. The processing unit 60 may be integrated with the second terminal 50. In this case, the user who operates the second terminal 50 can change the image data. That is, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can change the image data on the second terminal 50. In this case, since the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can change the image data, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can easily obtain the desired image data. Alternatively, the user who provides the decorative sheet 3 and the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 may each be able to access the processing unit 60.

[0079] The above-mentioned first terminal 30, storage unit 40, second terminal 50, and processing unit 60 are connected to each other via a network such as the Internet so that they can communicate with each other. The network may be either a wired line or a wireless line, and the type and form of the line are not important.

[0080] Image evaluation method Next, the operation of this embodiment will be described below. First, an image evaluation method for evaluating the image of the decorative sheet 3 before producing the decorated molded product 1 from the decorative sheet 3 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0081] First, the storage unit 40 acquires image data of the decorative sheet 3 from the first terminal 30 (reference S1 in FIG. 6). At this time, the image data stored in the memory unit 33 of the first terminal 30 is provided to the storage unit 40 (reference S11 in FIG. 6). Then, the image data is stored in the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40. At this time, the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40 may store a plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30 by grouping them by predetermined characteristics. In addition, the storage unit 40 may store various information associated with each image data in one or more data tables (see FIG. 5B, etc.). In this case, the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40 may store data related to the manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet 3.

[0082] Next, the storage unit 40 provides the image data to the second terminal 50 based on a signal from the second terminal 50 (reference S2 in FIG. 6). At this time, first, the user who operates the second terminal 50 inputs a desired condition by operating the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50. For example, when the user who operates the second terminal 50 wants to display image data corresponding to a concept such as "sporty" on the second terminal 50, the user operates the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input the condition. As a result, a signal is transmitted from the second terminal 50, and the processing unit 43 of the storage unit 40 transmits image data corresponding to the concept to the second terminal 50. At this time, a plurality of image data may be transmitted to the second terminal 50. In this way, the second terminal 50 acquires the image data from the storage unit 40 (reference S21 in FIG. 6). The user who operates the second terminal 50 may search for image data by inputting conditions related to the pattern, color, concept, corresponding construction method, material, or carbon footprint (CFP) of the image data. Also, the user of the second terminal 50 may obtain image data by referring to a data table related to the manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet 3 stored in the storage unit 40. In this case, the user of the second terminal 50 selects an image data number related to a specific design (for example, "No. 1" shown in FIG. 5B). Then, the user of the first terminal 30 refers to the data table stored in the storage unit 42. Next, the user of the first terminal 30 creates multiple image data in which the color of the image data number "No. 1" is adjusted within a manufacturable range by the first terminal 30. Then, the first terminal 30 provides the image data selected by the user of the second terminal 50 and the color-adjusted image data to the second terminal 50. In this way, multiple image data expressed in a manufacturable pattern may be displayed on the second terminal 50. In this way, the user of the second terminal 50 selects image data that matches the concept, and then views image data with a derived pattern, image data with a changed color, and image data with an adjusted texture. This can improve the work efficiency of the user of the second terminal 50. In a digital environment, while it is possible to freely change the pattern, color, texture, and other aspects of image data, it is possible that image data that cannot actually be reproduced by printing is created.In response to this, by utilizing information about manufacturing conditions to provide image data with patterns, colors, and textures that satisfy manufacturing conditions, design development between the person providing the image data and the person evaluating the image data can be carried out more quickly and efficiently.

[0083] The resolution of the image data may be changed before and after the step (reference S21 in FIG. 6) in which the second terminal 50 acquires the image data from the storage unit 40. For example, the resolution of the image data provided to the second terminal 50 may be lower than the resolution of the first processing data provided to the second terminal 50, which will be described later. In other words, before the second terminal 50 acquires the image data from the storage unit 40, that is, at the stage in which the user of the second terminal 50 selects a specific pattern from among a large number of patterns, low-resolution image data may be used as described above. After the second terminal 50 acquires the image data from the storage unit 40, that is, at the stage in which the user of the second terminal 50 evaluates a specific pattern, high-resolution image data may be used as described above. Furthermore, high-resolution image data may also be used when providing image data having a pattern, color, and texture that meets the conditions for manufacturing using information on the manufacturing conditions. In this way, by changing the resolution of the image data according to the stage of design development, efficient communication can be achieved between the decorative sheet manufacturer and its customer in a digital environment.

[0084] Next, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result of the image data from the second terminal 50 (reference S3 in FIG. 6). At this time, first, the user operating the second terminal 50 views the image data provided to the second terminal 50 and evaluates the image data. Then, the user who has viewed the image data operates the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input the evaluation result of the image data (reference S22 in FIG. 6).

[0085] The user operating the second terminal 50 may determine whether or not the image in the image data is satisfactory when viewing the image data. If the image in the image data is satisfactory, the user who viewed the image data may operate the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input, as an evaluation result, that the image in the image data is satisfactory.

[0086] On the other hand, if the pattern of the image data is not satisfactory, the user who viewed the image data may operate the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input, as an evaluation result, for example, a desire to change the color, shape, etc. of the pattern of the image data. Note that, if the evaluated image data is three-dimensional data that contains information on not only the pattern of the decorative sheet 3 but also the unevenness of the surface, a desire to change the height of the unevenness, etc. may be input. In this manner, a signal is transmitted from the second terminal 50, and the evaluation result is transmitted to the storage unit 40. Then, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result from the second terminal 50 (reference symbol S3 in FIG. 6).

[0087] Next, the evaluation result is transmitted from the storage unit 40 to the first terminal 30 (reference S4 in FIG. 6), and the first terminal 30 acquires the evaluation result (reference S12 in FIG. 6).

[0088] Here, the first processed data may be created by processing the image data by the processing unit 60 based on the evaluation result of the image data. That is, if the user who operates the second terminal 50 judges that the pattern of the image data is not satisfactory (NO in S13 of FIG. 6), the first processed data may be created by processing the image data by the processing unit 60 (reference S31 in FIG. 6). In this case, for example, the user who operates the first terminal 30 may operate the processing unit 60 to process the color or shape of the pattern of the image data. At this time, the processing unit 60 may change at least one of the pattern, color, and texture of the image data based on a signal from the second terminal so as to satisfy the manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet 3. Note that, if the pattern of the image data described above is satisfactory (YES in S13 of FIG. 6), the decorative sheet 3 having the image data may be provisionally determined as the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded product 1.

[0089] When the first processed data is created by the processing unit 60, the storage unit 40 acquires the created first processed data from the processing unit 60 (reference S5 in FIG. 6). At this time, the first processed data created by the processing unit 60 is provided to the storage unit 40 (reference S32 in FIG. 6). Then, the first processed data is stored in the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40.

[0090] Next, the storage unit 40 provides the first processed data to the second terminal 50 (reference S6 in FIG. 6). At this time, the processing unit 43 of the storage unit 40 transmits the first processed data to the second terminal 50. In this manner, the second terminal 50 acquires the first processed data from the storage unit 40 (reference S23 in FIG. 6).

[0091] Next, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result of the first processed data from the second terminal 50 (reference S7 in FIG. 6). At this time, first, the user operating the second terminal 50 views the first processed data provided to the second terminal 50 and evaluates the first processed data, similar to the case of evaluating image data. Then, the user who viewed the first processed data operates the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input the evaluation result of the first processed data (reference S24 in FIG. 6). Then, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result from the second terminal 50 (reference S7 in FIG. 6).

[0092] Next, the evaluation result is transmitted from the storage unit 40 to the first terminal 30 (reference symbol S8 in FIG. 6), and the first terminal 30 acquires the evaluation result (reference symbol S12 in FIG. 6) in the same manner as when acquiring the evaluation result of the image data.

[0093] Thereafter, the steps S13, S31, S32, S5, S6, S23, S24, S7, S8, and S12 in Fig. 6 are repeated until the user operating the second terminal 50 determines that the picture in the first processed data is satisfactory. If the user operating the second terminal 50 does not determine that the picture in the first processed data is satisfactory, the steps S2 and onward in Fig. 6 may be repeated to evaluate the picture in new image data.

[0094] Then, the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded article 1 is provisionally determined.

[0095] Next, an image evaluation method for evaluating the image of the decorative sheet 3 in the state of the decorated molded product 1 will be described with reference to FIG.

[0096] In this case, first, the decorative sheet 3 to be used in producing the decorated molded article 1 is determined by the method shown in FIG.

[0097] The storage unit 40 also acquires three-dimensional CAD data related to the decorated molded product 1 produced using the decorative sheet 3 from the second terminal 50 (reference S51 in FIG. 7). At this time, the three-dimensional CAD data stored in the memory unit 53 of the second terminal 50 is transmitted to the storage unit 40 (reference S71 in FIG. 7). Then, the three-dimensional CAD data is stored in the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40. The three-dimensional CAD data acquired from the second terminal 50 may be provisional three-dimensional CAD data or may be corrected three-dimensional CAD data. In addition, when the three-dimensional CAD data is provisional three-dimensional CAD data, the corrected three-dimensional CAD data may be acquired again from the second terminal 50 in a later process (for example, after reference S65 in FIG. 7). This allows the design development of the decorative sheet 3 and the development of the decorated molded product 1 to be carried out in parallel.

[0098] Next, the storage unit 40 provides the three-dimensional CAD data to the first terminal 30 (reference S52 in FIG. 7). At this time, the processing unit 43 of the storage unit 40 transmits the three-dimensional CAD data to the first terminal 30. In this manner, the first terminal 30 acquires the three-dimensional CAD data from the storage unit 40 (reference S61 in FIG. 7).

[0099] Next, the first terminal 30 creates simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 during molding based on the three-dimensional CAD data (reference S62 in FIG. 7). At this time, first, the mold 10 is determined based on the three-dimensional CAD data, and mold data representing the three-dimensional shape of the determined mold 10 is generated. Next, simulation data for the case where the decorative sheet 3 is molded is created based on the mold data. The created simulation data is then stored in the storage unit 33 of the first terminal 30. Note that a user who provides the decorative sheet 3 may propose the shape of the decorative molded product 1 to a user who receives the decorative sheet 3. In this case, the first terminal 30 may create simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 based on the three-dimensional CAD data stored in advance in the storage unit 33 without performing the steps shown in references S71, S51, S52, and S61 in FIG. 7 described above.

[0100] Next, the storage unit 40 acquires the created simulation data from the first terminal 30 (reference S53 in FIG. 7). At this time, the simulation data stored in the memory unit 33 of the first terminal 30 is provided to the storage unit 40 (reference S63 in FIG. 7). Then, the simulation data is stored in the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40.

[0101] Next, the storage unit 40 provides the simulation data to the second terminal 50 (reference S54 in FIG. 7). At this time, the processing unit 43 of the storage unit 40 transmits the simulation data to the second terminal 50. In this manner, the second terminal 50 acquires the simulation data from the storage unit 40 (reference S72 in FIG. 7).

[0102] Next, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result of the simulation data from the second terminal 50 (reference symbol S55 in FIG. 7). At this time, first, the user operating the second terminal 50 views the simulation data provided to the second terminal 50 and evaluates the simulation data. Then, the user who has viewed the simulation data operates the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input the evaluation result of the simulation data (reference symbol S73 in FIG. 7).

[0103] When viewing the simulation data, the user operating the second terminal 50 may determine whether or not the image in the simulation data is satisfactory. If the image in the simulation data is satisfactory, the user who viewed the simulation data may operate the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input, as an evaluation result, that the image in the simulation data is satisfactory.

[0104] On the other hand, if the pattern of the simulation data is not satisfactory, the user who viewed the simulation data may operate the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input, as an evaluation result, for example, a desire to change the color or shape of the pattern of the simulation data. If the above-mentioned image data is three-dimensional data that contains information on the unevenness of the surface as well as the pattern of the decorative sheet 3, a desire to change the height of the unevenness, etc., may be input as an evaluation result when evaluating the simulation data. In this way, a signal is transmitted from the second terminal 50, and the evaluation result is transmitted to the storage unit 40. Then, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result from the second terminal 50 (reference number S55 in FIG. 7).

[0105] Next, the evaluation result is transmitted from the storage unit 40 to the first terminal 30 (reference number S56 in FIG. 7), and the first terminal 30 acquires the evaluation result (reference number S64 in FIG. 7).

[0106] Here, the second processed data may be created by processing the image data by the processing unit 60 based on the evaluation result of the simulation data. That is, if the user who operates the second terminal 50 judges that the pattern of the simulation data is not satisfactory (NO in S65 of FIG. 7), the second processed data may be created by processing the image data by the processing unit 60 (reference S81 in FIG. 7). In this case, for example, the user who operates the first terminal 30 may operate the processing unit 60 to process the color or shape of the pattern of the image data. The simulation data may be used in determining the processed pattern. This makes it possible to omit creating simulation data again, and allows for rapid design development. Note that if the pattern of the simulation data described above is satisfactory (YES in S65 of FIG. 7), the decorative sheet 3 having the image data may be finally determined as the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded product 1.

[0107] When the second processed data is created by the processing unit 60, the storage unit 40 acquires the created second processed data from the processing unit 60 (reference S57 in FIG. 7). At this time, the second processed data created by the processing unit 60 is provided to the storage unit 40 (reference S82 in FIG. 7). Then, the second processed data is stored in the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40.

[0108] Next, the storage unit 40 provides the second processed data to the second terminal 50 (reference S58 in FIG. 7). At this time, the processing unit 43 of the storage unit 40 transmits the second processed data to the second terminal 50. In this manner, the second terminal 50 acquires the second processed data from the storage unit 40 (reference S74 in FIG. 7).

[0109] Next, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result of the second processed data from the second terminal 50 (reference number S59 in FIG. 7). At this time, first, the user operating the second terminal 50 views the second processed data provided to the second terminal 50 and evaluates the second processed data, similar to the case of evaluating the simulation data. Then, the user who viewed the second processed data operates the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input the evaluation result of the second processed data (reference number S75 in FIG. 7). Then, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result from the second terminal 50 (reference number S59 in FIG. 7).

[0110] Next, the evaluation result is transmitted from the storage unit 40 to the first terminal 30 (reference number S60 in FIG. 7), and the first terminal 30 acquires the evaluation result (reference number S64 in FIG. 7) in the same manner as when the evaluation result of the simulation data is acquired.

[0111] Thereafter, the steps S65, S81, S82, S57, S58, S74, S75, S59, S60, and S64 in FIG. 7 described above are repeated until the user operating the second terminal 50 determines that the image in the second processed data is satisfactory.

[0112] Then, the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded article 1 is finally determined.

[0113] Now, when the decorative sheet 3 to be used is finally decided, the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced, for example, by gravure printing. At this time, it is necessary to prepare a cylinder to be used for the gravure printing. On the other hand, after the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced, it may be found that the design of the decorative sheet 3 is different from the intended design. For this reason, even when the decorative sheet 3 to be used is finally decided, it is preferable to prepare a sample of the decorative sheet 3 before mass-producing the decorative sheet 3. In this case, the sample of the decorative sheet 3 and the decorative sheet 3 can be manufactured as follows.

[0114] Decorative sheet sample and manufacturing method for decorative sheet First, the image data is evaluated by the image evaluation method shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 (reference number S91 in FIG. 8).

[0115] Next, sample print data is created from the evaluated image data (reference number S92 in FIG. 8). That is, the finally determined image data of the decorative sheet 3 is used as the sample print data.

[0116] Next, a sample of the decorative sheet 3 is produced based on the sample print data (reference number S93 in FIG. 8). In this manner, a sample of the decorative sheet 3 can be obtained. If the evaluated image data is three-dimensional data that contains not only the pattern of the decorative sheet 3 but also information regarding the unevenness of the surface, a uneven structure may be imparted to the surface of the decorative sheet 3 based on the three-dimensional data. For example, the uneven structure can be reproduced on the surface of the decorative sheet 3 using a three-dimensional printer or a 2.5-dimensional printer.

[0117] Here, the pattern of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 may be printed by a printing method using an inkjet method or a hot melt type thermal transfer method. Among them, the pattern of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 is preferably printed by a hot melt type thermal transfer method. As described above, the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced by, for example, gravure printing. Here, when the pattern of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 is printed by an inkjet method, in order to prevent clogging of the nozzle, it is possible that the same ink as that used when the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced by gravure printing cannot be used. On the other hand, when the pattern of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 is printed by a hot melt type thermal transfer method, the same ink as that used when the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced by gravure printing can be used. In addition, when the pattern of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 is printed by a hot melt type thermal transfer method, the sample of the decorative sheet 3 can be produced without producing a cylinder. Therefore, the design of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 can be made as close as possible to the design of the mass-produced decorative sheet 3, and the manufacturing cost of the sample can be reduced.

[0118] Next, the prepared sample is evaluated (reference S94 in FIG. 8). At this time, for example, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 may evaluate the pattern of the sample by actually viewing the sample. The user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 may evaluate the pattern of the sample displayed on the second terminal 50. If the pattern of the sample is not satisfactory, the print data for the sample can be modified by further processing the image data of the decorative sheet 3 that has been finally determined. In this way, by modifying the print data for the sample at the time of producing the sample, the data for printing can be modified without producing a cylinder for gravure printing. Therefore, by modifying the print data for the sample at the time of producing the sample, the manufacturing cost of the decorative sheet 3 can be reduced compared to the case where the data for printing is modified after the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced.

[0119] On the other hand, if the sample design is satisfactory, print data for the decorative sheet is created from the sample print data of the evaluated sample (reference number S95 in FIG. 8). That is, the sample print data is used as the print data for the decorative sheet.

[0120] In the step of evaluating the sample, a decorated molded product for evaluation may be actually produced using the sample. The decorated molded product for evaluation may be produced by creating a molded part 2 using an injection molding device or a 3D printer and applying a sample to the surface of the molded part 2. The sample may be attached to the surface of the molded part 2, for example. By using the decorated molded product for evaluation, the design of the sample can be confirmed as applied to a three-dimensional shape. By producing the molded part 2 using a 3D printer, the sample can be evaluated more easily. Furthermore, the three-dimensional CAD data at the time of deciding the design of the decorative sheet 3 may be different from the three-dimensional CAD data when the decorated molded product is formed using the sample of the decorative sheet 3. Specifically, the three-dimensional CAD data at the time of deciding the design of the decorative sheet 3 may be temporary three-dimensional CAD data that represents the shape of a prototype. On the other hand, the three-dimensional CAD data when the decorated molded product is formed using the sample of the decorative sheet 3 may be corrected three-dimensional CAD data that represents the shape of a mass-produced product. As a result, when the design development of the decorative sheet 3 and the design development of the decorated molded product 1 proceed in parallel, the period for the design development of the decorated molded product 1 can be shortened.

[0121] Next, the decorative sheet 3 is produced based on the printing data for the decorative sheet (reference number S96 in FIG. 8). At this time, for example, first, a cylinder for gravure printing is produced based on the printing data for the decorative sheet. Then, the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced using the cylinder. Note that, for example, when the production volume of the decorative sheet 3 is small, the pattern of the decorative sheet 3 may be printed by a melting type thermal transfer method in the same way as when a sample pattern is printed, without producing a cylinder for gravure printing. In this case, the manufacturing cost of the decorative sheet 3 can be further reduced.

[0122] Here, the pattern of the decorative sheet 3 may be printed using an ink containing a metallic pigment or a pearl pigment. For example, the pattern of the decorative sheet 3 is preferably printed using the ink used when the sample is produced. This allows the design of the decorative sheet 3 to be as close as possible to the design of the sample. This prevents the design of the decorative sheet 3 from differing from the intended design. In addition, if the evaluated image data is three-dimensional data that contains information on the uneven structure of the surface as well as the pattern of the decorative sheet 3, the uneven structure may be imparted to the surface of the decorative sheet 3 based on the three-dimensional data. For example, the uneven structure can be reproduced on the surface of the decorative sheet 3 using a three-dimensional printer or a 2.5-dimensional printer.

[0123] In this manner, the decorative sheet 3 is mass-produced.

[0124] As described above, according to this embodiment, the image evaluation system 20 includes the first terminal 30 that provides the image data of the decorative sheet 3 to the storage unit 40, and the second terminal 50 that can display a plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30. The storage unit 40 selects predetermined image data from the plurality of image data based on a signal from the second terminal 50, and transmits the selected image data to the second terminal 50. This allows the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 to evaluate the design of the decorative sheet 3 before actually producing the decorated molded product 1. In particular, the storage unit 40 selects predetermined image data from the plurality of image data based on a signal from the second terminal 50, and transmits the selected image data to the second terminal 50. Therefore, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can evaluate the design of the decorative sheet 3 based on the design concept desired by the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3. Furthermore, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 evaluates the design of the decorative sheet 3 displayed on the second terminal 50. This allows the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 to evaluate the design of the decorative sheet 3 without the user who provides the decorative sheet 3 meeting face-to-face, thereby improving the efficiency of design development.

[0125] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, the storage unit 40 classifies and stores a plurality of image data provided from the first terminal 30 into a plurality of groups. This allows the storage unit 40 to easily select a design desired by the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3. This allows the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 to easily evaluate the desired design. As a result, design development can be carried out more efficiently.

[0126] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, the display conditions when the second terminal 50 displays image data are determined based on the display conditions when the first terminal 30 displays image data. This allows the display mode of the image data displayed on the display unit 51 of the second terminal 50 to be brought closer to the display mode of the image data displayed on the display unit 31 of the first terminal 30. For this reason, for example, when processing image data, corrections required by the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can be accurately communicated to the user who is providing the decorative sheet 3. As a result, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can easily obtain the desired image data.

[0127] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, the image evaluation system 20 further includes a processing unit 60 that processes image data. This allows easy correction when, for example, correcting image data.

[0128] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, data on the manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet 3 is stored in the storage unit 40, and the processing unit 60 changes at least one of the pattern, color, and texture of the image data based on a signal from the second terminal 50 so as to satisfy the manufacturing conditions. This allows the user who provides the decorative sheet 3 to provide the user who receives the decorative sheet 3 with image data of the decorative sheet 3 that can actually be manufactured. This makes it possible to further improve the efficiency of design development.

[0129] According to the present embodiment, the second terminal 50 provides the first terminal 30 with three-dimensional CAD data related to the decorated molded product 1 produced using the decorative sheet 3 via the storage unit 40. The first terminal 30 also creates simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 during molding based on the three-dimensional CAD data. Furthermore, the first terminal 30 provides the simulation data to the second terminal 50 via the storage unit 40. This allows the user who receives the decorative sheet 3 to evaluate the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 when producing the decorated molded product 1 before actually producing the decorated molded product 1. This reduces the risk that the decorated molded product 1 produced actually has a design different from the intended design, while reducing the time and cost required to produce the decorated molded product 1.

[0130] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, the image evaluation method includes a step of acquiring image data of the decorative sheet 3 from the first terminal 30, a step of providing the image data to the second terminal 50 based on a signal from the second terminal 50, and a step of acquiring an evaluation result of the image data from the second terminal 50. Even in this case, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can evaluate the design of the decorative sheet 3 before actually producing the decorated molded product 1. In particular, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can evaluate the design of the decorative sheet 3 based on the design concept desired by the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3. As a result, the efficiency of design development can be improved.

[0131] Moreover, according to this embodiment, the image evaluation method further includes a step of creating first processed data by processing the image data with the processing unit 60 based on the evaluation result of the image data, a step of acquiring the created first processed data from the processing unit 60, a step of providing the first processed data to the second terminal 50, and a step of acquiring the evaluation result of the first processed data from the second terminal 50. This allows the process from the step of providing the image data to the step of provisionally deciding on the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded product 1 to be carried out smoothly. This makes it possible to further improve the efficiency of design development.

[0132] According to the present embodiment, the image evaluation method further includes a step of acquiring three-dimensional CAD data related to the decorative molded product 1 produced using the decorative sheet 3 from the second terminal 50, a step of providing the three-dimensional CAD data to the first terminal 30, a step of creating simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 during molding based on the three-dimensional CAD data by the first terminal 30, a step of acquiring the created simulation data from the first terminal 30, a step of providing the simulation data to the second terminal 50, and a step of acquiring an evaluation result of the simulation data from the second terminal 50. This allows the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 to evaluate the elongation of the decorative sheet 3 when producing the decorative molded product 1 before actually producing the decorative molded product 1. This makes it possible to reduce the time and cost required for producing the decorative molded product 1 while suppressing the risk of the decorative molded product 1 actually being given a design different from the intended design.

[0133] Moreover, according to this embodiment, the image evaluation method further includes a step of creating second processed data by processing image data by the processing unit 60 based on the evaluation result of the simulation data, a step of acquiring the created second processed data from the processing unit 60, a step of providing the second processed data to the second terminal 50, and a step of acquiring the evaluation result of the second processed data from the second terminal 50. This allows the process from the step of providing the simulation data to the final decision on the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded product 1 to be carried out smoothly. This makes it possible to further improve the efficiency of design development.

[0134] According to the present embodiment, the manufacturing method of the sample of the decorative sheet includes a step of evaluating image data by the image evaluation method according to the present embodiment, a step of creating print data for the sample from the evaluated image data, and a step of preparing a sample of the decorative sheet 3 based on the print data for the sample. The sample of the decorative sheet 3 may be prepared by a printing method using the inkjet method or the heat-melting type thermal transfer method. The advantage of preparing the sample by the inkjet method or the heat-melting type thermal transfer method is that there is no restriction due to the cylinder conditions (cylinder circumference or width) as in the case of gravure printing, and for example, a long sample longer than the cylinder circumference of gravure printing can be prepared. In the present embodiment, in the step of preparing the sample of the decorative sheet 3, the pattern of the sample is printed by the heat-melting type thermal transfer method. In this way, when the pattern of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 is printed by the heat-melting type thermal transfer method, the same ink as that used when mass-producing the decorative sheet 3 by gravure printing can be used. For example, inks similar to special color inks containing metallic pigments such as gold and silver, or glittering pigments such as pearl pigments, used in automotive interior parts, can be used in a printing device using a hot melt type thermal transfer method. Also, when printing a sample pattern of the decorative sheet 3 using a hot melt type thermal transfer method, the sample of the decorative sheet 3 can be produced without producing a cylinder. Therefore, the design of the sample of the decorative sheet 3 can be made as close as possible to the design of the mass-produced decorative sheet 3, and the manufacturing cost of the sample can be reduced.

[0135] According to this embodiment, the method for producing a decorative sheet includes the steps of producing a sample of the decorative sheet 3 by the method for producing a decorative sheet sample according to this embodiment, evaluating the produced sample, creating print data for the decorative sheet from the print data for the evaluated sample, and producing the decorative sheet 3 based on the print data for the decorative sheet. This makes it possible to prevent the design of the decorative sheet 3 from differing from the intended design.

[0136] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, in the process of producing the decorative sheet 3, the pattern of the decorative sheet 3 is printed using ink containing a metallic pigment or a pearl pigment. This allows the design of the decorative sheet 3 to be as close as possible to the design of the sample. This makes it possible to more effectively prevent the design of the decorative sheet 3 from differing from the intended design.

[0137] In the above-described embodiment, an example of producing a sample of the decorative sheet 3 has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, print data for the decorative sheet may be created from the evaluated image data without producing a sample of the decorative sheet 3. In other words, the finally determined image data for the decorative sheet 3 may be used as the print data for the decorative sheet.

[0138] In the above-described embodiment, an example has been described in which the image evaluation method includes a step of acquiring image data of the decorative sheet 3 from the first terminal 30, a step of providing the image data to the second terminal 50 based on a signal from the second terminal 50, and a step of acquiring an evaluation result of the image data from the second terminal 50, but the method is not limited to this. For example, as shown in Fig. 9, when provisionally deciding the decorative sheet 3 to be used in producing the decorated molded product 1, the image data of the decorative sheet 3 may be acquired from the second terminal 50 first.

[0139] In this case, first, the storage unit 40 acquires image data of the decorative sheet 3 from the second terminal 50 (reference S101 in FIG. 9). At this time, the image data stored in the memory unit 53 of the second terminal 50 is provided to the storage unit 40 (reference S121 in FIG. 9). Then, the image data is stored in the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40.

[0140] Next, the storage unit 40 provides the image data to the first terminal 30 (reference S102 in FIG. 9). At this time, the processing unit 43 of the storage unit 40 transmits the image data to the first terminal 30. In this manner, the first terminal 30 acquires the image data from the storage unit 40 (reference S111 in FIG. 9). Although not shown, the second terminal 50 may transmit the image data directly to the first terminal 30.

[0141] Next, the image data is processed by the processing unit 60 to generate first processed data (reference number S131 in FIG. 9). In this case, for example, the user operating the first terminal 30 may operate the processing unit 60 to process the color or shape of the image of the image data.

[0142] Next, the storage unit 40 acquires the created first processed data from the processing unit 60 (reference S103 in FIG. 9). At this time, the first processed data created by the processing unit 60 is provided to the storage unit 40 (reference S132 in FIG. 9). Then, the first processed data is stored in the memory unit 42 of the storage unit 40.

[0143] Next, the storage unit 40 provides the first processed data to the second terminal 50 (reference S104 in FIG. 9). At this time, the processing unit 43 of the storage unit 40 transmits the first processed data to the second terminal 50. In this manner, the second terminal 50 acquires the first processed data from the storage unit 40 (reference S122 in FIG. 9).

[0144] Next, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result of the first processed data from the second terminal 50 (reference number S105 in FIG. 9). At this time, first, a user operating the second terminal 50 views the first processed data provided to the second terminal 50 and evaluates the first processed data. Then, the user who has viewed the first processed data operates the operation unit 55 of the second terminal 50 to input the evaluation result of the first processed data (reference number S123 in FIG. 9). Then, the storage unit 40 acquires the evaluation result from the second terminal 50 (reference number S105 in FIG. 9).

[0145] Next, the evaluation result is transmitted from the storage unit 40 to the first terminal 30 (reference number S106 in FIG. 9), and the first terminal 30 acquires the evaluation result (reference number S112 in FIG. 9).

[0146] Then, if the pattern of the first processing data is satisfactory (YES in S113 of Figure 9), the decorative sheet 3 having that first processing data may be provisionally selected as the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded product 1.

[0147] On the other hand, if the user operating the second terminal 50 determines that the image in the first processed data is not satisfactory (NO at S113 in FIG. 9), the steps shown by symbols S131, S132, S103, S104, S122, S123, S105, S106, and S112 in FIG. 9 described above are repeated until the user operating the second terminal 50 determines that the image in the first processed data is satisfactory.

[0148] Then, the decorative sheet 3 to be used when producing the decorated molded article 1 is provisionally determined.

[0149] In this modified example, too, the user who is provided with the decorative sheet 3 can evaluate the design of the decorative sheet 3 before actually producing the decorated molded product 1, thereby making design development more efficient.

[0150] It is also possible to combine the multiple components disclosed in the above embodiment and each modification as necessary. Alternatively, some components may be deleted from all the components shown in the above embodiment and each modification.

[0151] The image evaluation system according to the present embodiment is an image evaluation system for evaluating images of decorative sheets applied to interior or exterior parts of automobiles between a decorative sheet provider and a customer, and may include a storage unit that stores image data of the decorative sheets applied to interior or exterior parts of automobiles, a first terminal that can provide image data to the storage unit and display the image data stored in the storage unit, and a second terminal that can display the image data stored in the storage unit. The image evaluation system may further include a processing unit that processes the image data at the request of the first terminal and / or the second terminal.

[0152] The design decision method for a decorative sheet applied to an interior or exterior part of an automobile in this embodiment may include the steps of: providing image data regarding the decorative sheet to a customer; receiving an evaluation result of the image data from the customer; creating processed data in which at least one of the color, pattern, and texture of the image data is changed based on the evaluation result of the image data, and providing the processed data to the customer; receiving the evaluation result of the processed data from the customer; creating simulation data that verifies the elongation of the decorative sheet during molding for at least one of the image data and the processed data, and providing the simulation data to the customer; and receiving the evaluation result of the simulation data from the customer. [Explanation of symbols]

[0153] 1 Decorative molding 2 Molding section 3. Decorative Sheet 20 Image Evaluation System 30 Terminal 1 40 Storage area 50 Terminal 2 60 Processing Department

Claims

1. An image evaluation system for a decorative sheet for producing a decorated molded article, comprising: a first terminal that provides image data created by capturing a sample of the decorative sheet before being stretched by decorative molding to a storage unit using a scanner; a second terminal capable of displaying the plurality of pieces of image data provided from the first terminal; The storage unit selects predetermined image data from the plurality of pieces of image data based on a signal from the second terminal and transmits the selected image data to the second terminal. An image evaluation system.

2. The first terminal is capable of displaying the image data, The display conditions when the second terminal displays the image data are determined based on the display conditions when the first terminal displays the image data, The display conditions are determined based on the fineness, color, and brightness of a display for displaying the image data. The image evaluation system according to claim 1.

3. The image evaluation system according to claim 1, further comprising a processing unit that processes the image data.

4. Data regarding the manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet is stored in the storage unit, Based on a signal from the second terminal, the processing unit changes at least one of the pattern, color, and texture of the image data so as to satisfy the specifications of the decorative sheet that can be manufactured for each molding method among the manufacturing conditions. The molding method includes any one of an insert molding method, a thermojet molding method, and an in-mold molding method. The image evaluation system according to claim 3.

5. The first terminal creates simulation data verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet during molding based on three-dimensional CAD data regarding the decorated molded article produced using the decorative sheet, and transmits the simulation data to the second terminal via the storage unit. Provide, The three-dimensional CAD data is created according to the molding method of the decorated molded article. The image evaluation system according to claim 1.

6. The second terminal provides the three-dimensional CAD data to the first terminal via the storage unit. The image evaluation system according to claim 5.

7. The decorated molded article is used for an exterior part or an interior part of a moving body. The image evaluation system according to claim 5.

8. An image evaluation method for a decorative sheet for producing a decorated molded article, comprising: A step of obtaining, from a first terminal, image data created by capturing a sample of a decorative sheet before being stretched by decorative molding using a scanner; A step of providing the image data to a second terminal based on a signal from the second terminal; An image evaluation method comprising a step of obtaining, from the second terminal, an evaluation result of the image data.

9. A step of creating first processed data by processing the image data by a processing unit based on the evaluation result of the image data; A step of obtaining the created first processed data from the processing unit; A step of providing the first processed data to the second terminal; The image evaluation method according to claim 8, further comprising a step of obtaining, from the second terminal, an evaluation result of the first processed data.

10. An image evaluation method for a decorative sheet for producing a decorated molded article, A step of obtaining, from a second terminal, image data of a decorative sheet before being stretched by decorative molding; A step of creating first processed data by processing the image data by a processing unit; A step of obtaining the created first processed data from the processing unit; A step of providing the first processed data to the second terminal; An image evaluation method comprising a step of obtaining, from the second terminal, an evaluation result of the first processed data.

11. Based on a signal from the second terminal, the processing unit changes at least one of the pattern, color, and texture of the image data so as to satisfy the specifications of a producible decorative sheet for each molding method among the manufacturing conditions of the decorative sheet. The image evaluation method according to claim 9, wherein the molding method includes any one of an insert molding method, a thermoject molding method, and an in-mold molding method.

12. The image evaluation method according to claim 9, wherein the resolution of the image data provided to the second terminal is lower than the resolution of the first processed data provided to the second terminal.

13. A step of creating simulation data for verifying the elongation of the decorative sheet during molding based on three-dimensional CAD data of a decorated molded article produced using the decorative sheet by a first terminal; A step of obtaining the created simulation data from the first terminal; A step of providing the simulation data to the second terminal; The method further comprises a step of obtaining, from the second terminal, an evaluation result of the simulation data. The image evaluation method according to claim 8, wherein the three-dimensional CAD data is created according to the molding method of the decorated molded article.

14. The method further includes a step of obtaining, from the second terminal, the three-dimensional CAD data of the decorated molded article produced using the decorative sheet, and a step of providing the three-dimensional CAD data to a first terminal. The image evaluation method according to claim 13.

15. The method further includes a step of creating second processed data by processing the image data by a processing unit based on an evaluation result of the simulation data, a step of obtaining the created second processed data from the processing unit, a step of providing the second processed data to a second terminal, and a step of obtaining an evaluation result of the second processed data from the second terminal. The image evaluation method according to claim 13.

16. The decorated molded article is used for an exterior part or an interior part of a moving body. The image evaluation method according to claim 13.

17. The method includes a step of evaluating image data by the image evaluation method according to claim 8, a step of creating printing data for a sample from the evaluated image data, and a step of producing a sample of the decorative sheet based on the printing data for the sample. In the step of producing the sample, the pattern of the sample is printed by a melt-type heat transfer method. A method for manufacturing a sample of a decorative sheet.

18. The method includes a step of evaluating image data by the image evaluation method according to claim 8, a step of creating printing data for a decorative sheet from the evaluated image data, and a step of producing the decorative sheet based on the printing data for the decorative sheet. A method for manufacturing a decorative sheet.

19. The method includes a step of producing a sample of a decorative sheet by the method for manufacturing a sample of a decorative sheet according to claim 17, a step of evaluating the produced sample, a step of creating printing data for a decorative sheet from the printing data for the sample of the evaluated sample, and a step of producing the decorative sheet based on the printing data for the decorative sheet. A method for manufacturing a decorative sheet.

20. In the step of producing the decorative sheet, the pattern of the decorative sheet is printed using ink containing a metallic pigment or a pearl pigment. The method for manufacturing a decorative sheet according to claim 19.

21. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ A step of evaluating image data by the image evaluation method according to claim 13, a step of creating print data for a sample from the evaluated image data, and a step of producing a sample of the decorative sheet based on the print data for the sample. In the step of producing the sample, the pattern of the sample is printed by a melt-type thermal transfer method. A method for producing a sample of a decorative sheet, comprising a step of producing a sample of the decorative sheet. A step of obtaining, from the second terminal, the corrected three-dimensional CAD data created by correcting the three-dimensional CAD data. A step of producing a molded part using the corrected three-dimensional CAD data. A method for manufacturing a decorated molded article, comprising a step of applying a sample of the decorative sheet to the surface of the molded part.

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