AR Tracking of Asset Locators via RTL Overlay
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing asset tracking systems struggle to efficiently locate specific assets within closely arranged groups, such as boxes in a warehouse, due to the lack of intuitive location information provided by asset trackers.
Innovation Solution
A computerized method for augmented-reality tracking of asset trackers, which integrates an asset tracker with a specific asset, configures the tracker to communicate its location to an AR tracking system, and overlays digital location data with a real-time camera view of the search area, using a Real-Time Location (RTL) system to automatically launch the AR viewer when the RTL link is within range.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If traditional asset tracking systems are used, then assets can be tracked, but the location information is not intuitive and searching takes time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from traditional 2D map-based or list-based asset tracking to 3D augmented reality visualization. The AR system overlays digital location data with real-time camera views, creating a three-dimensional spatial representation that allows users to intuitively locate assets by viewing them through the camera lens rather than searching through flat interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an augmented reality interface as an intermediary between the asset tracker and the user. Instead of directly viewing raw tracking data or searching through interfaces, users interact with an AR overlay that mediates the information presentation, providing intuitive visual cues about asset locations superimposed on the real-world view.
2Ease of operation
If asset trackers are attached to assets, then tracking is enabled, but the interface for locating assets is not intuitive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical or manual search methods (physically checking boxes, consulting spreadsheets, or using map interfaces) with an optical system. The AR viewer uses the device camera to capture real-time images and overlays digital location data directly onto the visual field, substituting manual search mechanics with automated optical visualization.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs visual indicators in the AR interface that likely use color coding to represent different asset states, locations, or types. The overlay system presents location information through visually distinctive markers or annotations that stand out against the real-world background, making asset identification intuitive through visual differentiation.
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AI summary
In one aspect, a computerized method for augmented reality tracking of asset trackers comprising: integrating an asset tracker with a specific asset; configuring the asset tracker to communicate a location of the asset tracker to an Augmented Reality (AR) tracking system; and overlaying an AR visualization system overlay digital location data with a real-time camera view of a search area, wherein the search area comprises the specific asset; wherein the AR tracking system comprises an RTL (Real-Time Location) system, with the AR tracking system software: detecting an RTL link of the RTL system is within a range of the specific asset, and automatically launching the AR viewer with an AR view of the RTL link over laying a view of the specific asset.