Intelligent interface based on augmented reality

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional ranging devices are limited in their ability to measure both curve line routes and straight line distances, generate measurement drawings, add remarks and descriptions, perform synthetic imaging, and monitor and control intelligent devices on a map, which restricts their application in various fields.

Innovation Solution

An intelligent interactive interface that integrates a terminal apparatus with a ranging device to generate an interface underlayer combining measurement drawings and real scene photos, allowing for augmented reality (AR) markings, real-time identification, and remote monitoring and control of external devices.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional ranging devices are used, then straight line ranging can be performed, but curve line route measurement and comprehensive measurement functions cannot be achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemeasurement function versatilityVSAvoiddevice structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple ranging functions (straight line ranging, curve line route measurement, area measurement, volume measurement) into a single integrated ranging device. The device merges the capabilities of multiple specialized devices into one unified system, allowing users to perform diverse measurement tasks without needing separate equipment for each function.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The ranging device is designed with universal functionality to perform multiple measurement types including distance, area, volume, and route measurement. The device can adapt to different measurement scenarios through software configuration and mode switching, making it a multi-functional tool that replaces several specialized devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Loss of information

If conventional ranging devices are used, then basic distance measurement can be performed, but real-time visualization and AR marking capabilities are lacking

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemeasurement information completenessVSAvoidsystem integration complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a terminal device (smartphone or tablet) as an intermediary between the ranging device and the user. The terminal device receives measurement data from the ranging device, processes it, and displays it through an augmented reality interface. This intermediary handles the complex tasks of real-time visualization and AR marking, allowing the ranging device itself to remain relatively simple while achieving advanced visualization capabilities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transitions from traditional 2D display of measurement data to 3D augmented reality visualization. By overlaying measurement information, route markings, and area boundaries onto the real-world view through the terminal device's camera, the system adds a spatial dimension to data presentation, making measurement information more intuitive and comprehensive.

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

3Productivity

If conventional ranging devices are used, then basic ranging can be performed, but remote monitoring and control of external devices cannot be achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveworking efficiencyVSAvoidsystem integration complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The ranging device is extended with universal communication capabilities to not only perform measurement functions but also to monitor and control external intelligent devices. The device can access and display information from connected devices such as environmental sensors, security systems, or home appliances, transforming it into a comprehensive smart home hub that combines measurement and device management functions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS12511840B2Intelligent interface based on augmented reality
Publication Date: 2025.12.30 NORTHWEST INSTRUMENTATION INC
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AI summary

An interaction method implemented by a terminal apparatus includes: obtaining an interface underlayer of a space that has direction information and distance information; establishing a mapping relationship between an external device and an identification corresponding to the external device marked on the interface underlayer, the identification indicating a physical location of the external device; receiving, from the external device, property information of the external device; obtaining an image of a real scene in the space; determining that a target object is depicted in the image of the real scene; determining target presentation information of the target object according to the property information of the external device; and displaying the image of the real scene together with the target presentation information, the target presentation information being added to the image as an augmented reality (AR) mark at an image location corresponding to the target object.