Information Processing Apparatus for 3D Modeling Data Handling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current 3D modeling systems face inefficiencies in processing and post-processing of sheet lamination methods, where the generation and handling of slice data and control data are not effectively integrated with image formation and post-processing operations, limiting the overall processing speed and flexibility of the system.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus that generates slice data and control data for 3D modeling, allowing for the formation of slice images on recording media and subsequent post-processing, while also handling 2D image data processing, enabling efficient integration with image forming and post-processing apparatuses to produce 3D modeled objects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If slice data and control data are generated and handled integrated with image formation operations, then processing flow is simplified, but processing speed and system flexibility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the data handling process into separate modules: a first output unit for 2D image data processing and a second output unit for 3D slice data generation. The control data generation unit is also separated as an independent component. This segmentation allows each unit to operate independently, improving processing speed and flexibility while managing complexity through modular architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The control data generation unit generates control data in advance based on slice data, allowing the post-processing apparatus to receive ready-to-use control data without waiting for the image formation process to complete. This preliminary action enables concurrent operations and improves overall processing efficiency.
2Productivity
If control data generation is integrated with image formation operations, then system simplicity is maintained, but post-processing operations cannot proceed concurrently
Solution Approach 1:
By separating the control data generation unit from the image formation operations, the system enables concurrent execution of image formation and control data generation. The first output unit handles 2D image data while the second output unit and control data generation unit work independently on 3D data, eliminating sequential bottlenecks and reducing time loss.
Solution Approach 2:
The control data generation unit acts as an intermediary that receives slice data from the second output unit and generates control data independently. This intermediary role allows control data to be prepared in parallel with image formation operations, enabling post-processing apparatus to receive data without waiting for image formation completion.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a unified data handling approach is used for both 2D and 3D processing, then system complexity is reduced, but adaptability to different processing requirements is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs a universal data handling framework that can process both 2D image data and 3D slice data through standardized interfaces. The first output unit handles 2D data while the second output unit handles 3D data, and both feed into the control data generation unit. This multi-functional architecture provides adaptability to different processing requirements while maintaining manageable complexity through standardized protocols.
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AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes: a first output unit that, when an instruction to perform image formation based on 2D image data is received, generates first image formation information for formation of images on respective recording media based on the 2D image data and outputs the generated first image formation information to an image forming apparatus; a second output unit that, when an instruction to perform 3D modeling based on 3D data is received, generates plural slice data by slicing the 3D data by plural respective planes, generates second image formation information for formation of a series of slice images on respective recording media based on the plural generated slice data, and outputs the generated second image formation information to the image forming apparatus; a generation unit that generates a series of control data as defined herein; and a storing unit as defined herein.