AR Installation Guidance for Physical Element Placement
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Solution Overview
Problem
The installation of a first physical element on or in a second physical element is often complex and error-prone, especially when the first element is small or the second element is large and complex, making it difficult for users to determine the correct placement, requiring extensive training and time, and lacking in accuracy.
Innovation Solution
An augmented reality system is used to load a model of the second physical element, recognize it, and project images of the first physical element onto the second, allowing for improved accuracy and reduced training time by providing step-by-step instructions and validation of correct installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If conventional installation methods using complex documents are used, then installation instructions can be provided, but user training time increases and installation accuracy decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses augmented reality to create a virtual copy of the installation manual that is overlaid onto the physical device. The AR system projects digital instructions directly onto the device surface, allowing users to see step-by-step guidance in the context of the actual installation location without needing to refer to separate documents or undergo extensive training
Solution Approach 2:
The augmented reality system acts as an intermediary between the user and the complex installation documentation. It translates complex technical manuals into visual, context-aware guidance that is projected directly onto the device, making the information accessible and understandable without requiring extensive user training
2Productivity
If users consult documents or hand-held displays during installation, then installation instructions are available, but hands are occupied and installation efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical interaction of holding and reading physical documents or hand-held displays with an optical system. The augmented reality projector displays installation instructions directly in the user's field of view, allowing hands-free operation while maintaining access to detailed installation guidance
Solution Approach 2:
The installation instructions are moved from a two-dimensional document or display that requires physical handling to a three-dimensional virtual overlay that floats in the user's visual field. This allows users to access instructions without occupying their hands, as the information is projected directly onto or near the installation location
3Manufacturing precision
If many physical elements need to be installed in similar locations, then complete coverage is achieved, but installation accuracy and consistency decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The augmented reality system provides real-time feedback to the user during installation. It can detect the user's actions, compare them against the correct installation procedure, and provide corrective guidance or confirmation. This feedback loop ensures consistent accuracy across multiple components even as the installation progresses through complex assembly steps
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary recognition and analysis of the device and installation location before providing guidance. It pre-processes the installation instructions and prepares contextualized guidance specific to the detected device state, ensuring that users receive accurate, location-specific instructions for each component installation
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AI summary
A computer-implemented method, a computer program product and a computer system for installing a first physical element on or in a second physical element (111). The method comprises receiving (S201-S205), by an augmented reality system, an indication of at least one of the first physical element and the second physical element (111). The method further comprises loading (S207), by the augmented reality system and using the indication, a model (109) of the second physical element (111). The method further comprises recognizing (S209), by the augmented reality system, the second physical element (111) based on the model (109). The method further comprises projecting (S235), by the augmented reality system, an image (113) corresponding to the first physical element on or in the second physical element (111).