Web Browser 3D Object Search and Layer Navigation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional 3D rendering systems require specialized software and struggle with visualizing complex 3D objects with many features or layers, making it difficult to locate and view distinct features or layers.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method and system that uses a web browser with integrated 3D modeling capabilities to view and search 3D objects, allowing users to rotate, adjust opacity, zoom, and select portions of the object, with features like transcending through layers and displaying identification labels, enabling seamless navigation and exploration of complex 3D structures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional 3D rendering systems are used, then 3D objects can be displayed in 3D space, but specialized software installation is required and the system becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates 3D rendering capabilities directly into the web browser, allowing the browser to function as both a standard web interface and a 3D visualization tool. This eliminates the need for separate specialized software while maintaining 3D display functionality through embedded rendering engines and standardized web protocols.
2Ease of operation
If conventional 3D rendering systems are used, then 3D objects can be viewed from surrounding viewpoints, but locating distinct features or layers becomes very difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements search query functionality that provides immediate feedback by highlighting and navigating to specific features or layers within the 3D object. The system processes user queries and automatically adjusts the viewpoint to display relevant features, making feature location intuitive and efficient without requiring manual exploration from multiple viewpoints.
3Loss of information
If 3D objects with many distinct features and layers are displayed, then comprehensive information is provided, but locating distinct features or visualizing distinct layers becomes very difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the complex 3D object into distinct searchable features and layers that can be individually identified and accessed through search queries. The system divides the comprehensive structure into manageable components that can be located and visualized independently, allowing users to focus on specific features without being overwhelmed by the entire object's complexity.
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AI summary
Computer-implemented methods for viewing a three-dimensional (3D) object using a web browser having integrated 3D modeling capabilities are provided. In one aspect, a method includes obtaining data of a 3D object via a web browser having integrated 3D modeling capabilities, and displaying, in the web browser, at least a portion of the 3D object based on an initial default view, or a user selected view based on a query received from a user. Systems and machine-readable media are also provided.