Building Simulation Exhibit with Selectable RF Tag Display

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a significant difference between the image of a building imagined by a user and the actual physical building in existing structure design simulation systems, leading to inaccuracies in design representation.

Innovation Solution

A simulation system that includes a display device and a selection unit, where the display device projects images onto a full-scaled exhibit, and the selection unit, comprising independent selectors with RF tags, allows users to select and view detailed information about the design, functionality, and usability of the building, reducing the discrepancy between the imagined and actual building.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of information

If a simulation is created based on design shown on display, then the user can image the building design, but there is a great difference between the imagined image and the actual physical building

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinformation accuracyVSAvoiddesign representation accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The exhibit is divided into multiple selectable regions or elements, each representing different aspects of the building design. Users can select specific segments to view detailed information, allowing comprehensive coverage of design details without overwhelming the user with all information at once.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

A selection unit with display section acts as an intermediary between the user and the full-scaled exhibit. This intermediary provides additional information layers (such as material specifications, design parameters, and functional details) that bridge the gap between the visual exhibit and the actual building characteristics.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Loss of information

If detailed information about building design and functionality is provided, then user understanding improves, but the system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedesign information completenessVSAvoidsystem configuration complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The selection unit is designed to be portable and independently operable, allowing users to freely move it around the exhibit and select different information points without requiring complex system control or assistance. The unit automatically displays relevant information when positioned near exhibit elements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The information display system is dynamic and adaptive, adjusting the displayed information based on the user's selection and position relative to the exhibit. The selection unit can display different types of information (design, functionality, materials) as needed, rather than requiring a fixed complex configuration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS11437002B2Simulation system
Publication Date: 2022.09.06 SEKISUI HOUSE KK
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AI summary

A simulation system includes a display device and a selection unit. The display device shows an image on an exhibit related to a building. The selection unit selects content of the image shown on the exhibit. The selection unit includes a display section that displays information corresponding to the image.