AR Barcode Scanning Interface for Multi-Code Search Tracking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Searching for multiple barcodes is a tedious and time-consuming process that requires scanning each barcode individually and comparing the scanned information, which is inefficient and labor-intensive.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that allows users to identify and scan multiple barcodes in a single scanning session using augmented reality (AR) overlays, providing real-time information and tracking the scanning progress without pausing the session.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional barcode scanning is used to search for multiple barcodes, then each barcode can be scanned individually, but the process becomes tedious and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple barcode scanning operations into a single augmented reality view. Users can scan multiple barcodes simultaneously by pointing the camera at them, and the system overlays scanning progress and information for all barcodes in one interface, eliminating the need to switch between individual scan results.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary augmented reality interface between the camera and the barcode scanning process. This AR view displays overlays that show scanning progress, barcode information, and search results simultaneously, mediating the interaction to allow multi-barcode scanning without manual comparison of individual results.
2Ease of operation
If individual barcode scanning is performed, then scanning accuracy is maintained, but labor intensity increases due to manual comparison
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback by displaying real-time scanning progress and barcode information overlays in the augmented reality view. As each barcode is scanned, the system provides immediate visual feedback showing the scan result and comparing it against the search criteria, eliminating the need for manual comparison while maintaining accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a visual copy of the barcode information directly in the augmented reality overlay. Instead of requiring users to manually compare scanned barcodes, the system displays copied information about each barcode's status, location, and details directly in the AR view, making the comparison process automatic and effortless.
3Productivity
If sequential barcode scanning is used, then each barcode can be processed individually, but the overall scanning time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables continuity of useful action by maintaining an active augmented reality scanning session where multiple barcodes can be scanned simultaneously without interruption. The system continuously processes barcodes as they appear in the camera view, overlaying information and tracking progress in real-time, so the scanning action never stops and multiple barcodes are handled in parallel rather than sequentially.
Data Source
AI summary
In one embodiment, a method includes accessing, by a mobile device, information identifying a number of barcodes and initiating a scanning session for the number of barcodes, the scanning session including capturing a number of images by a camera of the mobile device. The method further includes displaying, on a display of the mobile device and during the scanning session, a user interface that includes: (1) a current image captured by the camera of the mobile device; (2) for one or more barcodes in the current image, an augmented-reality overlay including information associated with that respective barcode; and (3) a scanning-session tracking element identifying one or more of the number of barcodes that have been scanned during the scanning session.