AR Device Merging Camera and Projector for Ergonomic Work Area Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing augmented reality devices are not user-friendly for writing or drawing, as they do not facilitate easy and comfortable application of superimposing additional information onto a work area.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a camera or mirror to capture an image of a work area and a projector or mirror to project a secondary image onto the work area, allowing users to directly transcribe the projected image onto a work support without needing external models, with ergonomic design and communication interfaces for enhanced usability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a camera and projector are mounted on a support to enable augmented reality projection, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the camera and projector into a single integrated device mounted on a support structure. This merging of components allows the device to function as a unified augmented reality system that captures and projects images simultaneously, improving ease of operation while managing complexity through integration rather than separate components
Solution Approach 2:
The device is designed to perform multiple functions: capturing images with the camera, processing images, and projecting augmented reality overlays with the projector. This multi-functionality in a single device improves ease of operation by eliminating the need for separate capture and projection systems, while the support structure provides stable mounting for all components
2Ease of operation
If a camera directly captures the work area to enable augmented reality application, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The camera is integrated with the projector and support structure into a unified device. This merging allows the camera to directly capture the work area for augmented reality applications while the shared support structure and integrated design manage the overall complexity, improving ease of operation through a cohesive system rather than separate components
3Ease of operation
If a projector directly projects the image onto the work area to enable augmented reality application, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The projector is integrated with the camera and support structure into a single device. This merging enables direct projection onto the work area for augmented reality applications while the integrated design and shared mounting structure manage complexity, improving ease of operation through a unified system that eliminates the need for separate projection equipment
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
Improves user experience by enabling intuitive and ergonomic augmented reality applications, allowing users to easily project and transcribe images directly onto a work area, enhancing usability and reproducibility.
Implementation Method 1
a camera configured to capture, or a first mirror configured to capture and reflect towards a camera, a first image of a work area
Implementation Method 2
a projector configured to project, or a second mirror configured to reflect and project, a second image on the work area
Implementation Method 3
a first mirror configured to capture and reflect towards a camera, a first image of a work area
Implementation Method 4
a second mirror configured to reflect and project, a second image on the work area
Data Source
AI summary
A device configured to capture a first image and to project a second image, the device comprising a support; a camera configured to capture, or a first mirror configured to capture and reflect towards a camera, a first image of a work area, the camera or the first mirror being mounted on the support; and a projector configured to project, or a second mirror configured to reflect and project, a second image on the work area, the projector or the second mirror being mounted on the support.