Augmented Reality Object Anchoring for Hand and Surface Interaction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing augmented reality systems lack the ability to effectively manipulate virtual 3D objects in relation to real-world environments, particularly in terms of movement and interaction with physical elements such as a user's hands.
Innovation Solution
The system tracks and anchors virtual objects to physical elements within an image, allowing them to be moved, repositioned, and interacted with using image recognition and tracking technologies, enabling seamless integration with real-world scenes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If virtual objects are anchored to physical elements for manipulation, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases due to tracking and recognition systems
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses physical elements (hands, objects) as intermediaries between the user and virtual objects. The system tracks these physical elements and uses them as mediators to manipulate virtual 3D objects, making interaction more intuitive while managing system complexity through focused tracking of key physical elements
2Adaptability or versatility
If the system tracks multiple physical elements simultaneously, then adaptability is improved, but measurement precision decreases due to tracking complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments tracking by identifying and prioritizing specific physical elements (hands, held objects, surfaces) rather than attempting to track all elements equally. This segmentation allows the system to maintain precision for critical tracking targets while still supporting multiple types of interactions
3Ease of operation
If virtual objects are moved dynamically in response to user interaction, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability decreases due to anchoring stability issues
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic anchoring where virtual objects are anchored to physical elements that move with the user's hands and objects. The anchoring point is not fixed but dynamically updates based on the movement and orientation of the physical element, allowing natural manipulation while maintaining stable attachment
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AI summary
Among other things, embodiments of the present disclosure improve the functionality of computer imaging software and systems by facilitating the manipulation of virtual content displayed in conjunction with images of real-world objects and environments. Embodiments of the present disclosure allow different virtual objects to be moved onto different physical surfaces, as well as manipulated in other ways.