3D Printing Image Selection Interface for Multi-Surface Objects
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image processing technologies for three-dimensional object formation lack user convenience in previewing and selecting image formation candidates across multiple surfaces of a three-dimensional object, requiring manual rotation for accurate visualization.
Innovation Solution
An image processing device and method that includes a control section to display a user interface with individual selection screens for each surface of a three-dimensional object, allowing users to select and combine formation candidates across multiple surfaces, and an ejection head for printing images on these surfaces, enabling direct selection and preview without manual rotation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If a single screen displays all formation candidates on multiple surfaces, then information completeness is improved, but screen complexity and user confusion increase
Solution Approach 1:
The display interface is segmented into multiple individual selection screens, each dedicated to a specific forming surface (first forming surface, second forming surface, etc.). This segmentation allows users to view and select formation candidates for each surface separately, preventing information overload while ensuring complete selection capability across all surfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a new dimension of organization by arranging formation candidate selections across multiple screens in a sequential manner (first screen for first surface, second screen for second surface, etc.). This dimensional arrangement allows comprehensive coverage of all surfaces without cluttering a single screen, transforming the information presentation from a two-dimensional crowded layout to a multi-step navigational structure.
2Device complexity
If manual rotation is required to view different surfaces, then device simplicity is improved, but operation time and user convenience deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical rotation operation with an electronic display system that automatically presents different forming surfaces on different screens. Instead of requiring physical manipulation of the three-dimensional object, the system uses electronic rendering and sequential screen display to show each surface's formation candidates, significantly improving ease of operation while maintaining device simplicity.
3Ease of operation
If individual selection screens are provided for each surface, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal selection mechanism that functions consistently across all individual selection screens. Each screen follows the same format and interaction pattern, allowing users to apply the same selection process regardless of which forming surface they are configuring. This universality reduces the perceived complexity despite having multiple screens, as users learn one interaction pattern that applies everywhere.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides feedback mechanisms that guide users through the multi-screen selection process. Each individual selection screen displays information about the current surface being configured and the selection status, giving users clear feedback about their progress and current state. This feedback reduces complexity by making the system's state transparent and predictable.
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
Enhances user convenience by allowing users to visualize and select image formation candidates on multiple surfaces directly, ensuring accurate formation without the need for manual rotation, thereby improving the efficiency and accuracy of the three-dimensional object formation process.
Implementation Method 1
an ejection head that ejects a liquid
Data Source
AI summary
An image processing device includes a control section that causes a display section to display a first screen, and a reception section, the first screen includes an operation screen operated by a user, and the operation screen includes i. a first individual selection screen as an individual selection screen for the user to individually select a first formation candidate which is a formation candidate to be formed on a first forming surface of a three-dimensional object, ii. a second individual selection screen as the individual selection screen for the user to individually select a second formation candidate which is the formation candidate to be formed on a second forming surface different from the first forming surface of the three-dimensional object, and iii. a combination selection screen for the user to select a combination of the formation candidate including the first formation candidate and the second formation candidate.