3D Print Data Processing for Pixel-Level Height Slicing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for forming three-dimensional objects using printing data lack efficiency in integrating height information to accurately generate three-dimensional objects by stacking recording media, as they do not effectively utilize pixel-level height data to control the formation process.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus that receives print data including height information, converts it into corresponding image data and control data, and outputs this information to an image forming apparatus to form slice images on recording media, which are then stacked and processed to create three-dimensional objects, using special-color density data to represent height variations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If height information is integrated into print data to enable three-dimensional object formation, then manufacturing precision is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The information processing apparatus segments the three-dimensional object formation process into distinct functional modules: a receiving unit that accepts print data with height information, and an output unit that generates control data for image forming apparatus. This segmentation allows each module to handle specific tasks independently, improving precision while managing complexity through modular design.
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing apparatus acts as an intermediary between the print data input and the image forming apparatus. It translates height information into control data that the image forming apparatus can process, enabling three-dimensional object formation without requiring the image forming apparatus itself to be complex. The intermediary converts complex height data into actionable control signals.
2Manufacturing precision
If pixel-level height data is used to control stacking process, then manufacturing precision is improved, but loss of time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The information processing apparatus performs preliminary action by pre-processing the print data and converting height information into control data before the actual three-dimensional object formation begins. This preliminary conversion of height data into actionable control signals reduces processing time during the stacking process, as the image forming apparatus receives ready-to-use control data rather than raw height information that would require real-time processing.
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AI summary
There is provided an information processing apparatus. A receiving unit receives a data of printing. An output unit outputs image data of each of plural elements which are parts of recording media, if the receiving unit receives print data including height information of a three-dimensional object at positions of each pixel of image data on a two-dimensional image is generated such that the three-dimensional object is formed by stacking the plural elements, and the image data is generated from the height information of the three-dimensional object at the positions of the each pixel.