AR Display Controller for Near-Field Linkage Function Management

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current information processing systems lack efficient methods for managing and executing linkage functions between devices via near-field wireless communication, particularly in controlling the display and execution of these functions across a network.

Innovation Solution

An information processing device system that includes a controller for managing and executing linkage functions using near-field wireless communication, with a server and terminal device configuration that identifies and specifies device functions and linkage functions through AR technology, enabling seamless communication and data transfer between devices.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If linkage functions are managed through traditional communication methods, then device connectivity is established, but user interaction efficiency and function discovery capability deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuser interaction efficiencyVSAvoidfunction discovery capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSLoss of information

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces an AR display as an intermediary between the user and the devices. The AR display visually presents linkage function information, device statuses, and interaction options in the user's field of view, enabling intuitive function discovery and efficient interaction without traditional menus or search interfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The AR display utilizes visual cues including color changes to indicate device states, function availability, and interaction status. Different colors represent different operational modes or connection states, allowing users to quickly comprehend system status and discover available functions through visual perception rather than text-based interfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #32Color changes

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple devices are connected for linkage functions, then functionality versatility is improved, but system complexity and management difficulty increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefunctionality versatilityVSAvoidsystem management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the complex system management into distinct visual components displayed through AR. Each device, linkage function, and interaction option is presented as a separate visual element in the AR space, allowing users to manage multiple devices independently while understanding their relationships, thereby reducing perceived system complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transitions from traditional 2D screen interfaces to 3D spatial AR display. Devices and functions are positioned in three-dimensional space, creating intuitive spatial relationships that simplify the management of multiple devices. Users can visually comprehend system architecture and interactions through spatial arrangement rather than hierarchical menus.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

3Reliability

If near-field wireless communication is used for device connection, then connection security is improved, but communication range and flexibility are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconnection securityVSAvoidcommunication flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic device discovery and connection establishment through AR visualization. The system continuously monitors and displays available devices within near-field range, allowing users to dynamically connect or disconnect devices as needed. The AR interface adapts to show only currently available devices, providing flexibility within the constraints of near-field communication.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS10447871B2Information processing device for controlling display of device, information processing method, and non-transitory computer readable medium
Publication Date: 2019.10.15 FUJIFILM BUSINESS INNOVATION CORP
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AI summary

An information processing device includes a controller that controls display of a device necessary for executing a linkage function and controls execution of the linkage function when communication with the device is performed using near-field wireless communication. In a further modification of the invention, when near-field wireless communication is performed with all of devices necessary for executing the linkage function, the controller may cause all the devices to execute the linkage function.