Augmented Reality Measurement Interface for Efficient Spatial Analysis
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional augmented reality measurement methods are cumbersome, inefficient, and limited in functionality, requiring multiple inputs and consuming excessive energy, particularly in battery-operated devices.
Innovation Solution
A computer system with a touch-sensitive display and cameras that simplifies user interactions by allowing intuitive measurement point placement and enlargement within a virtual/augmented reality environment, using a graphical user interface and tactile feedback to reduce input requirements and enhance measurement efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional augmented reality measurement methods are used, then measurement functionality is provided, but the number of user inputs and operational complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically tracks the user's finger position and gestures on the touch-sensitive display to determine measurement point locations and establish measurement planes, eliminating the need for manual configuration of measurement parameters and reducing the number of required user inputs
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically adjusts the measurement plane orientation and measurement point positioning based on real-time detection of finger gestures and touch input patterns, allowing the measurement function to adapt to different measurement scenarios without requiring complex manual setup
2Productivity
If conventional augmented reality measurement methods are used, then measurement functionality is provided, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system continuously monitors touch input and camera data to maintain accurate measurement point tracking and measurement plane alignment throughout the measurement process, ensuring that the augmented reality measurement functionality remains active and responsive without requiring repeated re-initialization or recalibration operations that would consume additional energy
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate inputs are required for measurement functions, then comprehensive measurement capability is achieved, but the time required for measurement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system combines multiple measurement configuration steps into a single continuous interaction, where the user's finger gestures simultaneously define measurement points, establish measurement planes, and configure measurement parameters, thereby reducing the total time required while maintaining comprehensive measurement capabilities
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AI summary
An electronic device displays a field of view of a camera at a first magnification and updates the displayed field of view over time based on changes detected by the camera. The field of view includes a view of a three-dimensional space. In response to a first touch input, the device adds a measurement point at a first location in the displayed field of view that corresponds to a first location in the three-dimensional space. As the camera moves, the device displays the measurement point at a location in the displayed field of view that corresponds to the first location in the three-dimensional space. In response to a second touch input corresponding to a current location of the measurement point in the displayed field of view, the device enlarges display of the displayed field of view around the measurement point from the first magnification to a second, greater magnification.