Concentric Display Device for Agricultural Machine Parameter Monitoring
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Solution Overview
Problem
Agricultural working machine operators face difficulties in monitoring and adjusting parameters due to fragmented and overloaded displays, making it hard to compare functionally interrelated parameters and recognize performance-limiting factors in real-time.
Innovation Solution
A display device with concentrically arranged circular ring sections and a bar display that provides a transparent and compact visualization of multiple parameters, allowing operators to easily locate and compare values, with dynamically adjusted display areas and indicator elements for quick recognition of changes and limit values, along with pictograms for clear association.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If multiple parameters are displayed in separate windows or subsections, then the quantity of information displayed is increased, but the display becomes fragmented and difficult to compare
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple parameter displays into a single unified display area, eliminating the need for separate windows or subsections. This allows all parameters to be viewed simultaneously in one coherent view, enabling easy comparison while displaying comprehensive information.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional scattered layout of parameters to a structured arrangement where parameters are organized in relation to a central focal point. This dimensional reorganization allows parameters to be displayed densely yet remain comparable through their spatial relationships.
2Quantity of substance
If additional display areas are superimposed to show more information, then the quantity of information is increased, but the display becomes opaque and hard to read
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the display area into functional zones: a central focal point area and surrounding parameter display areas. This segmentation allows information to be organized hierarchically with the central area providing context and surrounding areas providing detailed parameters, maintaining visibility while increasing information capacity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a nested display structure where parameter information is arranged around a central focal point, creating a concentric organization. This nested arrangement allows multiple layers of information to coexist without obscuring each other, as each parameter has its designated spatial zone.
3Area of stationary object
If parameters are displayed in a compact arrangement, then the display area is reduced, but the parameters become hard to distinguish and compare
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by giving different visual characteristics to different parts of the display. The central focal point area has distinct visual properties from the surrounding parameter areas, and each parameter zone is designed with specific visual attributes that enhance distinguishability while maintaining compactness.
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AI summary
An agricultural working machine has at least one working unit and a display device for displaying or adjusting parameters of the working machine the at least one working unit of both. The display device has a display unit with jointly depictable display elements for visualization of parameter-based values, the display elements preferably arranged concentrically in a form of circular-ring sections. The display device also includes at least one bar display that at least partially encircles the display elements radially on the outer side. Indicator element for displaying a defined value are disposed on the at least one bar display.