3D Model Distribution via Depth Image Compression

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for distributing three-dimensional models are inefficient due to the large amount of data required, leading to network bandwidth issues and prolonged reception times.

Innovation Solution

The proposed solution involves generating and distributing depth images from three-dimensional models, along with information for restoring the model, using a two-dimensional image compression scheme to reduce data volume, and employing different distribution modes for models with varying change frequencies.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Quantity of substance

If three-dimensional model data is distributed directly, then the model can be received and processed, but the amount of data is large causing network bandwidth issues and prolonged reception times

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveamount of distributed dataVSAvoidreception time
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a compressed copy of the three-dimensional model in the form of a depth image, which is then transmitted instead of the original model data. This compressed copy contains sufficient information for the receiving device to reconstruct the model, thereby reducing the quantity of transmitted data while maintaining functional equivalence.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transforms the three-dimensional model into a depth image format, changing the data representation from volumetric/point-cloud parameters to two-dimensional image parameters. This parameter transformation enables the use of efficient two-dimensional image compression algorithms, significantly reducing the data size for transmission.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Quantity of substance

If three-dimensional model data is distributed directly, then the complete model information is transferred, but network bandwidth consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveamount of distributed dataVSAvoidnetwork bandwidth usage
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent transmits a compressed copy of the three-dimensional model as a depth image rather than the original model data. This copy is sufficient for reconstruction purposes, reducing the network bandwidth required while maintaining the essential model information for the receiving device.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

By converting the three-dimensional model into a depth image representation, the patent enables the use of efficient two-dimensional image compression techniques. This parameter change allows for significant reduction in data size, thereby decreasing network bandwidth consumption during transmission.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Productivity

If three-dimensional model data is distributed directly, then the model can be received, but the data transmission efficiency is low

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata distribution efficiencyVSAvoidamount of distributed data
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates and transmits a compressed copy of the three-dimensional model in the form of a depth image. This copy maintains the necessary information for model reconstruction while being much more compact than the original data, thereby improving data distribution efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transforms the three-dimensional model into a depth image format, enabling the use of efficient two-dimensional image compression algorithms. This parameter transformation significantly reduces the data size, improving the efficiency of data distribution while maintaining model reconstructability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS11551408B2Three-dimensional model distribution method, three-dimensional model receiving method, three-dimensional model distribution device, and three-dimensional model receiving device
Publication Date: 2023.01.10 PANASONIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY CORP OF AMERICA
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AI summary

A three-dimensional model distribution method includes generating a depth image from a three-dimensional model; and distributing the depth image and information for restoring the three-dimensional model from the depth image.