3D Video Generation from 2D Images via Animator Algorithm
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for creating instructional videos require physical access to the object of interest or CAD models, limiting accessibility and availability, especially for technicians who need to demonstrate step-by-step procedures.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method that generates instructional animated videos from 2D images using an animator algorithm, allowing users to capture images of the object from various angles, reconstruct a 3D model, add annotations, and render step-by-step instructions without prior knowledge of 3D software or physical access to the object.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional methods are used to create instructional videos (requiring physical access to objects or CAD models), then the quality and accuracy of technical procedures can be demonstrated, but accessibility and availability are limited to experts with physical access or specialized software knowledge
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses 2D images as copies or representations of the actual object, allowing instructional videos to be created without physical access to the real object. The system processes 2D images through algorithmic animation to generate 3D-like instructional content, eliminating the need for technicians to physically handle the equipment being documented
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical processes (physical object manipulation, manual 3D modeling) with automated computational algorithms. The system automatically generates animated instructional videos from 2D images using processor-based algorithms, eliminating the need for specialized 3D software expertise and manual animation creation
2Reliability
If AR technology is used to provide technical guidance, then accurate anchoring of content to real world objects is achieved, but accessibility is limited to supported devices and special applications
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates instructional videos that can be played on any device without AR enablement, making the technology universal and accessible to everyone, everywhere, anytime. The system generates standard video formats that work across multiple platforms and devices, eliminating the limitation of AR-specific hardware while maintaining effective technical guidance delivery
3Loss of information
If expert technicians physically demonstrate procedures, then accurate and detailed instructional content can be captured, but the process requires physical access and time-consuming expert involvement
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically processing 2D images and generating animated instructional content through algorithms, eliminating the need for time-consuming expert demonstration and manual video creation. The automated process rapidly transforms static images into dynamic instructional videos
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service by allowing instructional videos to be created without requiring expert technicians to physically demonstrate procedures. The algorithmic animation system automatically generates accurate procedural content from 2D images, making the creation process independent of expert physical involvement while maintaining information completeness
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AI summary
An approach for creating instructional 3D animated videos, without physical access to the object or to the object CAD models as a prerequisite is disclosed. The approach allows the user to submit some images or a video of the object and a knowledge about the required procedure. The required procedures includes, adding the instructions and text annotations. The approach will build a 3D model based on the submitted images and/or video. The approach will generate the instructional animated video based on the 3D model and the required procedure.