AR Projection Control Device with Corner Notification Frames
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current augmented reality projection systems lack effective methods to notify users about specific content associated with projected images, often resulting in decreased visibility and user confusion regarding the presence of augmented reality content.
Innovation Solution
A control device and method that generates third image data by combining first image data and second image data, where the second image, such as a frame image, is integrated into or surrounds the first image to indicate the presence of specific content, including augmented reality content, and is projected onto a target object, allowing users to recognize and interact with the associated content.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If a frame image or indicator is added to notify users of augmented reality content, then user awareness of specific content is improved, but the visibility of the original projection content deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The notification image is placed only in specific regions (corners or edges) of the projection area rather than covering the entire projection surface. This localized placement ensures that the notification function is fulfilled while the main projection content remains clearly visible in the central and primary viewing areas.
Solution Approach 2:
The notification image is positioned at the periphery or corner regions of the projection plane, utilizing the spatial dimension strategically. This dimensional placement allows the notification to coexist with the main content without directly competing for visual attention in the central projection area.
2Loss of information
If a frame image surrounds the first image to indicate associated content, then notification effectiveness is improved, but the area available for original content display deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of completely surrounding the main content with a notification frame, the patent applies partial framing where the notification image is placed only in corner regions or along specific edges. This partial action provides sufficient notification functionality while preserving the majority of the display area for the original projection content.
Solution Approach 2:
The notification function is segmented into discrete corner or edge regions rather than being applied as a continuous frame around the entire content. This segmentation allows the notification to be distributed in non-intrusive locations that do not encroach significantly on the main content display area.
3Loss of information
If multiple images are combined in the third image data, then information completeness is improved, but image complexity and processing difficulty deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The composite image is segmented into distinct regions: a main projection content area and separate corner/edge notification areas. This segmentation simplifies the processing by treating different regions independently, with the notification image being placed in predetermined corner regions rather than requiring complex integration with the main content.
Solution Approach 2:
The notification image is generated as a separate, standardized graphic element that can be independently processed and then positioned in corner regions. This copying approach allows the notification to be created once and reused across different projection scenarios without requiring complex real-time processing or customization for each main content image.
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AI summary
A control device includes a processor, the processor is configured to: generate third image data based on first image data and second image data; and output the third image data, and a second image based on the second image data in a third image represented by the third image data is an image indicating that specific content is associated with the third image, and surrounds a first image based on the first image data in the third image.