Augmented Reality Object Modification for View Obstruction
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Solution Overview
Problem
In augmented reality devices, real and virtual objects often obstruct each other's view, hindering the user's experience due to the lack of effective automatic modification techniques to manage object overlap.
Innovation Solution
An apparatus and method that utilize an augmented reality device with a processor and memory to identify objects of interest and obstructions, applying a mitigation policy to select and modify either the obstruction or the object of interest, thereby ensuring the object of interest remains in the user's line of sight by moving or repositioning the selected object in a natural and unobtrusive manner.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If multiple objects are displayed in augmented reality, then the content richness is improved, but object obstructions occur that block the view of important objects
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic modification of obstruction objects by detecting when they block objects of interest and automatically adjusting their properties. The system continuously monitors object positions and modifies obstructions in real-time based on user gaze direction and object importance, allowing the display to adapt dynamically while maintaining content richness.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes parameters of obstruction objects such as transparency, size, position, or opacity to resolve viewing conflicts. By modifying these parameters automatically when an obstruction is detected, the system maintains the ability to display multiple objects while ensuring objects of interest remain visible.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If automatic modification of objects is implemented, then object visibility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service by automatically detecting obstructions and modifying objects without requiring manual user intervention. The augmented reality device autonomously monitors object positions, identifies obstructions, and applies modifications based on predefined criteria, reducing the need for complex user interfaces or manual configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback loops by continuously monitoring whether objects of interest are obscured and automatically adjusting obstruction objects accordingly. This closed-loop approach uses real-time detection of viewing conditions to trigger appropriate modifications, improving visibility while keeping processing complexity manageable through event-driven architecture.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If obstruction objects are modified to prevent blocking, then object of interest visibility is improved, but rendering computation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system applies partial modification to obstruction objects, modifying only the portions or properties necessary to resolve the specific obstruction issue rather than completely redrawing or repositioning entire objects. This selective approach reduces rendering computation while still achieving the goal of making objects of interest visible.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary detection of potential obstructions and pre-modifies obstruction objects before they significantly impact visibility. By anticipating and preventing obstruction issues in advance, the system reduces the need for intensive real-time rendering modifications and maintains smoother performance.
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AI summary
For automatic modification of augmented reality objects, a processor identifies an object of interest displayed by an augmented reality device. The processor identifies an obstruction object that obscures viewing the object of interest within the augmented reality device. The processor further selects one or more of the obstruction object and the object of interest to modify in accordance with a mitigation policy. In addition, the processor modifies the selected object in accordance with the mitigation policy.