3D Virtual Map Control for Coordinating Multiple Moving Bodies
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems lack an efficient method to manage and display the states and positions of multiple moving bodies in a three-dimensional virtual map, particularly in hazardous or difficult-to-enter environments, and do not provide real-time feedback or command capabilities for optimizing their operations.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus and method that acquires a three-dimensional virtual map of a real space, tracks the positions and states of multiple moving bodies, and displays this information on a virtual map, allowing for real-time command and control of their operations based on their states and priorities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If multiple moving bodies are managed in hazardous environments without a centralized control system, then device complexity is reduced, but management efficiency and coordination capability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
A server acts as an intermediary between the operator and multiple moving bodies. The server receives operation requests from the operator, determines optimal target moving bodies based on their states, and transmits commands accordingly. This mediator architecture enables efficient management of multiple moving bodies without requiring complex direct control systems at each moving body.
2Loss of information
If real-time state information of all moving bodies is displayed, then operational awareness and coordination are improved, but information processing load and system complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements feedback by continuously acquiring state information from each moving body (position, battery level, operation state) and displaying it on the operator terminal. This feedback loop enables the operator to monitor the real-time status of all moving bodies and make informed decisions about command allocation and coordination.
3Speed
If commands are transmitted to multiple moving bodies simultaneously, then operational responsiveness is improved, but command coordination and conflict resolution become more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The server performs preliminary actions by determining the target moving body before transmitting commands. It evaluates the states of all moving bodies (position, battery level, current operation) and selects the most appropriate target in advance. This preliminary determination prevents command conflicts and ensures optimal command allocation before simultaneous transmissions occur.
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AI summary
Provided is an information processing apparatus including: a virtual map acquisition unit which acquires a virtual map that is three-dimensional and corresponds to a real space in which a plurality of moving bodies move, the virtual map including an initial position and a destination position of movement of the moving body; an information acquisition unit which acquires position information regarding a position of each of the plurality of moving bodies and state information regarding a state of each of the plurality of moving bodies in the real space; and a display unit which displays the state information of each of the plurality of moving bodies at a position, on the virtual map, corresponding to the position of each of the plurality of moving bodies.