AR Vibration Deformation Visualization Without 3D Models

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing augmented reality solutions for industrial applications are complex, computationally costly, and require large databases, three-dimensional models, and prior knowledge of programming and physical principles, making them unsuitable for visualizing vibrational deformations without altering captured images.

Innovation Solution

A method involving at least two vibration sensors placed on a structure, capturing an image, indicating sensor locations, generating a reference graphic virtual representation, animating it based on sensor measurements, and superimposing it on the captured image, using low-complexity 2D graphics and remote processing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of information

If existing augmented reality solutions are used for industrial applications, then visual representation of equipment data is achieved, but device complexity and computational cost increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevisual representation of vibrational dataVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses simple 2D graphic representations (lines, circles, icons) that copy or represent sensor locations and vibrational data rather than creating complex 3D models. The virtual image contains graphical representations of sensor locations and animated visual indicators that mirror the physical sensor positions and vibrational characteristics, achieving effective data visualization through simplified graphical copies

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs lightweight, computationally inexpensive 2D graphical elements rather than resource-intensive 3D models. These simple graphical representations (lines, circles, icons) require minimal processing power and can be generated and updated in real-time without the heavy computational burden of complex virtual models

Inventive Principle:
Principle #27Cheap short-living objects (Disposable)

2Loss of information

If three-dimensional models and large databases are used in augmented reality systems, then comprehensive information representation is achieved, but manufacturing precision and implementation cost worsen

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecomprehensive information representationVSAvoidimplementation precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts only the essential information needed for vibrational analysis from the complex physical system. Instead of representing entire 3D equipment models with all their geometric details, the system extracts sensor locations, vibrational magnitudes, and frequency data, representing them through simplified 2D graphical elements that convey the critical diagnostic information without unnecessary complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

3Ease of operation

If prior knowledge of programming and physical principles is required, then system functionality is achieved, but ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuser accessibilityVSAvoidknowledge requirement
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system automatically performs the complex tasks of data acquisition, processing, and visualization without requiring user intervention or specialized knowledge. The vibration sensors continuously monitor equipment, the processor automatically analyzes the signals, and the system generates appropriate visual representations and alerts, making the sophisticated vibrational analysis accessible to operators without expertise in programming or vibration physics

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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 visual perception of vibrational deformations with reduced computational cost and complexity, without requiring three-dimensional models or altering captured images, allowing real-time analysis during normal operation.

Implementation Method 1

perform at least two vibration measurements by the vibration sensors

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectVibration measurement: Vibration

Data Source

PatentUS20250354856A1Method and system for generating an increased reality representation of vibrational deformations for a structure
Publication Date: 2025.11.20 WEG EQUIP ELETRICOS SA
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AI summary

The present invention relates to a method for generating an increased reality representation of vibrational deformations for a structure, using the location of at least two vibration sensor elements in the structure to generate a reference graphic virtual representation and vibration data from the sensor elements to animate the reference graphic virtual representation. The animated graphic virtual representation generated is superimposed on a captured image of the structure, generating a combined image that allows perceiving the vibrational deformations undergone by the structure.