Augmented Reality Vision System with Dynamic Contrast and Magnification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) systems for vision are not user-adjustable, require extensive medical calibration, are not portable, and are limited in their ability to assist individuals with low vision, leading to limited adoption and usability, especially among seniors and those with low income or disabilities.
Innovation Solution
A portable, wearable AR system with interchangeable lenses and customizable hardware platforms that allows users to adjust magnification and contrast settings easily, using wireless communication and voice control, enabling hands-free operation and integration with electronic medical records.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If proprietary AR systems with medical calibration are used, then vision assistance functionality is provided, but device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate due to requiring extensive medical personnel involvement and recalibration
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables users to perform their own calibration through automated algorithms that detect eye position and adjust display parameters without requiring medical personnel. The calibration process is self-contained within the device, allowing users to recalibrate independently when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs automated eye tracking and calibration adjustments in advance during initial setup and periodically during use, preparing the display configuration before the user needs it. This eliminates the need for on-demand professional calibration.
2Reliability
If current AR vision systems are deployed, then vision enhancement is achieved, but portability and ease of operation worsen due to heavy weight and size limitations
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses lightweight materials and concentrates computational power in specific localized components rather than distributing weight uniformly. The optical elements are positioned precisely where needed to provide vision enhancement without adding unnecessary weight elsewhere in the device.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces heavy mechanical magnification mechanisms with digital image processing and display technologies. Instead of using bulky optical magnifiers, the system captures images with cameras and renders enhanced views on lightweight display elements positioned close to the user's eye.
3Ease of manufacture
If non-internet enabled AR platforms are used, then hardware simplicity is maintained, but adaptability and ease of operation deteriorate due to inability to add applications or update functionality
Solution Approach 1:
The system is designed with universal interfaces and protocols that allow it to function as both a standalone device and a networked platform. The hardware maintains simplicity while the software architecture supports multiple applications and communication modes, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cloud connectivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system's functionality is dynamic and can be adjusted based on user needs and available connectivity. Applications can be added or removed, and system capabilities can be updated through wireless downloads, allowing the device to adapt its functionality without changing its physical form factor.
4Device complexity
If fixed magnification AR systems are deployed, then device simplicity is maintained, but adaptability worsens due to inability to adjust to different vision needs
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides dynamic magnification control where users can adjust magnification levels in real-time based on their current vision needs and the task at hand. The display system automatically adjusts parameters such as focal length, magnification factor, and field of view to match user preferences and environmental conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system allows users to modify multiple display parameters including magnification, contrast, brightness, and focal distance. These parameters can be changed independently or in combination to optimize the display for different viewing conditions, tasks, and individual user preferences.
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AI summary
A computer-implemented system and method for an augmented reality system for vision, operable and upgradeable on different portable, wearable and self-contained hardware platforms that is easily adjustable by the user. The system comprises at least: a frame; one or more than one display lenses attached to the frame; one or more than one camera operably connected to the frame; communications means for transferring power and data to the hardware platform connected to the frame; an input device for controlling the hardware platform; one or more than one processor; and a storage. The system executes instructions to automatically detect the hardware capabilities of the hardware. Loading and installing applications to the user based on the detected hardware. Changing the magnification and contrast to view the selected application, where the contrast adjustment uses filters specifically designed to enhanced the visually impaired experience.