Diffusion Module Haze and Thickness Optimization for VR Displays

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Solution Overview

Problem

Virtual reality head-mounted displays face challenges in providing balanced image quality due to pixelization and over-diffusion issues, which are not adequately addressed by existing optical designs, affecting user experience.

Innovation Solution

A display module with a diffusion module that includes a diffusion plate and a supporting element, where the haze and thickness of the diffusion module are optimized to balance the sense of grain and blur, using specific formulas to ensure optimal image quality, and incorporating organic light emitting diodes for improved display performance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If the diffusion module thickness is increased to reduce pixelization, then the sense of grain is improved, but the image becomes overly blurred

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepixelization controlVSAvoidimage blur
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by precisely controlling the diffusion module thickness (T) and haze (Haze) within specific ranges defined by the formula 0.003 < T/Haze < 0.015. This mathematical relationship establishes optimal parameter combinations that balance grain reduction and blur control, transforming the diffusion module from a simple component into a precisely tuned optical element that resolves the contradiction between pixelization and image clarity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Manufacturing precision

If the diffusion module haze is increased to reduce pixelization, then the sense of grain is improved, but the image becomes overly blurred

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepixelization controlVSAvoidimage blur
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by precisely controlling the diffusion module thickness (T) and haze (Haze) within specific ranges defined by the formula 0.003 < T/Haze < 0.015. This mathematical relationship establishes optimal parameter combinations that balance grain reduction and blur control, transforming the diffusion module from a simple component into a precisely tuned optical element that resolves the contradiction between pixelization and image clarity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Ease of manufacture

If a conventional diffusion module is used, then the manufacturing process is simple, but the image quality is unbalanced with either pixelization or over-diffusion

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvediffusion module fabricationVSAvoidimage quality balance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by precisely controlling the diffusion module thickness (T) and haze (Haze) within specific ranges defined by the formula 0.003 < T/Haze < 0.015. This mathematical relationship establishes optimal parameter combinations that balance grain reduction and blur control, transforming the diffusion module from a simple component into a precisely tuned optical element that resolves the contradiction between pixelization and image clarity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

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

The solution effectively balances the sense of grain and blur, enhancing display quality by adjusting the resolution, haze, and thickness of the diffusion module, providing a better virtual reality experience with reduced pixelization and diffuseness.

Implementation Method 1

a diffusion module (210), wherein the diffusion module has a thickness and a haze

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight diffusion: Scattering

Data Source

PatentUS10267958B2Display module and head mounted display using the same
Publication Date: 2019.04.23 AU OPTRONICS CORP
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  • US10267958B2 patent drawing
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AI summary

A display module includes a bottom substrate, a display device having a plurality of display pixels, and a diffusion module. The display pixels are disposed between the bottom substrate and the diffusion module. The diffusion module has a thickness and a haze, wherein the haze of the diffusion module satisfies:A&lt;Haze&lt;B;whereinA=0.642×(NP)0.35(NT)0.32;B=0.821×(NP)0.45(NT)0.60;NP=25400/PPI63⁢⁢µm;andNT=T500⁢⁢µm;wherein PPI is a resolution of the display module, T is the thickness of the diffusion module, and Haze is the haze of the diffusion module.