Digital Camera Electronic Tag Reader Image Linking
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Solution Overview
Problem
It is difficult to determine which article electronic tag information is related to, especially when multiple electronic tags are present, as radio communication makes it challenging to identify the source of the read-out information.
Innovation Solution
An image pickup apparatus captures an image of the article with an attached electronic tag and stores the image data into the tag, allowing the electronic tag information to be linked with the image, enabling easy identification of the article when the information is read.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If electronic tag information is read using radio communication, then information exchange between tag and reader is enabled without direct contact, but it becomes difficult to determine which electronic tag the read-out information belongs to
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a visual copy (image) of the article that is stored both in the electronic tag and displayed on the reader device. This image copy serves as an additional identifier that links the read-out electronic tag information to its source article, solving the problem of source identification while maintaining contactless operation
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an image as an intermediary element between the electronic tag information and the article. The image acts as a visual mediator that connects the abstract data in the electronic tag to the physical article, enabling operators to identify which article the information belongs to without direct contact
2Quantity of substance
If multiple electronic tags are present, then plurality of articles can be managed, but it becomes impossible to determine which article the read-out electronic tag information is related to
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses visual images (which can include color information) displayed on the reader device to differentiate between multiple articles. The image display provides visual distinction that helps operators identify which specific article the electronic tag information corresponds to, even when managing multiple articles simultaneously
Solution Approach 2:
The patent associates a unique image with each electronic tag and article combination. By displaying the specific image corresponding to each tag on the reader device, the system segments the identification process for multiple articles, allowing operators to distinguish between them visually rather than relying solely on electronic tag data
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
This solution allows operators to visually recognize which article the read-out electronic tag information belongs to by displaying the image data alongside the information, simplifying the management of multiple tagged articles.
Implementation Method 1
bringing an electronic tag reader/writer close to an electronic tag causes them to communicate with each other by radio
Implementation Method 2
the tag reader/writer, when there are a plurality of electronic tags around it, may read electronic tag information from them simultaneously
Data Source
AI summary
An image pickup apparatus includes an image capture device which captures an image of an article, an electronic tag reader which reads electronic tag information from an electronic tag, and a writing device. When the image of the article is captured by the image capture device, the electronic tag reader reads electronic tag information from the electronic tag, and the writing device writes the image of the article captured by the image capture device into the electronic tag.