Augmented Reality Room Measurement with Photogrammetry
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Solution Overview
Problem
The generation of virtual, mixed, and augmented reality environments that simulate real-world settings is time-consuming and costly, often requiring specialized training and skills, and often results in environments that lack connection to actual environments.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for generating three-dimensional models of rooms or spaces using photogrammetry, machine learning, and augmented reality guidance, allowing users to capture images and measurements with a user device, such as a smartphone, to create accurate and realistic virtual environments with reduced time and expertise.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If traditional methods are used to generate virtual reality environments, then the environments can be created with specialized tools, but the process requires much time, cost, and specialized training and skills
Solution Approach 1:
The patent captures real-world environment images and uses photogrammetry to create accurate three-dimensional models, copying the actual physical space rather than building virtual environments from scratch. This eliminates the need for specialized creation tools and reduces both time and skill requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual measurement and environment creation processes with automated photogrammetry technology. The system automatically generates three-dimensional models from captured images, substituting mechanical measurement tools and specialized software with image-based computational methods.
2Measurement precision
If traditional measurement methods are used, then measurements can be obtained, but the process is time-consuming and requires specialized skills
Solution Approach 1:
The system captures the physical environment through images and creates a digital replica with embedded measurement data. This copying approach maintains measurement precision while eliminating the need for manual measurement tools and techniques.
Solution Approach 2:
The photogrammetry system automatically performs measurements and calculations from captured images without requiring user intervention for manual measuring. The system self-generates three-dimensional models and extracts spatial measurements, making the process accessible to users without specialized training.
3Productivity
If virtual environments are created without real-world connection, then generation is faster, but the environments have little or no connection to actual or real-world environments
Solution Approach 1:
The patent directly copies real-world environments through photogrammetry, capturing actual spatial relationships, dimensions, and visual characteristics. This ensures the virtual environment is an accurate representation of the physical space while maintaining fast generation through automated image processing.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick and efficient definition of space boundaries and measurements, facilitating intuitive image capture and model generation, allowing users to easily navigate and interact with three-dimensional models for improved assessment of items within the virtual environment.
Implementation Method 1
captured via an imaging sensor
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods related to augmented reality guidance for a room measurement process may include presenting various text, cues, and indications to guide the room measurement process. A user device including an imaging sensor and position and orientation sensors may present, via a display, the various text, cues, and indications during portions of the room measurement process, including identification of the floor, walls, and ceiling.