3D Haptic Hologram Warnings Using Ultrasound Recognition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current technologies fail to effectively generate three-dimensional holographic visual and haptic warnings that can be seen and felt in mid-air, particularly for situations where supervision is needed to prevent individuals from approaching potentially dangerous objects or areas.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented system that uses visual recognition analysis of image data to determine when a haptic hologram warning is necessary and generates a 3D holographic visual and haptic warning using an array of ultrasound transducers, providing both visual and tactile alerts to individuals approaching monitored objects or areas.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional warning systems are used, then the system complexity is low, but the warning effectiveness and user awareness are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines visual display technology with haptic feedback technology into a single integrated warning system. The visual component displays holographic or augmented reality warnings, while the haptic component provides tactile feedback through vibration or pressure. This merging of multiple warning modalities into one system enhances reliability by engaging multiple senses simultaneously, while the integration reduces overall system complexity compared to separate visual and haptic systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary processing layer that analyzes contextual information, user characteristics, and environmental factors to dynamically adjust warning presentation. This intermediary component mediates between the detection system and warning output, selecting the appropriate combination of visual and haptic warnings based on real-time conditions, thereby enhancing effectiveness without requiring complex reconfiguration of the entire system.
2Adaptability or versatility
If static warning methods are used, then the ease of operation is high, but the adaptability to different situations and users is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic warning systems that automatically adjust their characteristics based on real-time detection of user attributes, environmental conditions, and contextual factors. The system dynamically modifies warning intensity, modality, and presentation timing without requiring manual reconfiguration. This dynamic adaptation enhances versatility across different situations while maintaining ease of operation through automated decision-making algorithms.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes multiple parameters of the warning system including visual brightness, haptic intensity, warning duration, and presentation timing based on detected conditions. By dynamically adjusting these parameters rather than using fixed warning characteristics, the system achieves high adaptability to different users and situations while the automated parameter selection keeps operational complexity low.
3Reliability
If warnings are provided continuously, then the reliability of safety monitoring is high, but the energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements periodic detection and warning activation rather than continuous operation. The system periodically scans the environment for potential hazards and only activates warnings when threats are detected or when users are in high-risk zones. This periodic action maintains safety monitoring reliability by ensuring regular surveillance while dramatically reducing energy consumption compared to continuous warning activation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent provides warnings in advance before hazardous situations occur, allowing users to take preventive action. By detecting potential threats early and issuing preliminary warnings, the system maintains high safety reliability by preventing accidents before they happen, while energy consumption is optimized by only activating warnings when necessary rather than continuously.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively provides real-time, adaptive warnings that can be seen and felt by individuals, differentiating between supervised and unsupervised individuals and dynamically modifying warnings based on changing conditions, thereby enhancing safety by preventing accidents or unauthorized access.
Implementation Method 1
This tactile sensation works by using forced ultrasound from an array of ultrasound transducers to generate and focus patterns of ultrasound to shape the air at which it was directed.
Implementation Method 2
forced ultrasound from an array of ultrasound transducers to generate and focus patterns of ultrasound to shape the air
Implementation Method 3
Additionally, these air shapes can be made visible by directing the manipulated air through a thin layer of fluid, such as, for example, oil or water.
Data Source
AI summary
Presenting a haptic hologram warning is provided. An indication that a first individual who needs supervision is approaching a situation is received. A haptic hologram is presented to the first individual who needs supervision prior to the first individual reaching the situation.