3D Document Visualization for Pre-Print Approval
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Solution Overview
Problem
The printing industry faces challenges in efficiently managing the complexity of short-run, variable, color, distributed, digital document production, leading to increased production costs and inefficiencies, particularly in visualizing document production processes without committing resources until final stages.
Innovation Solution
A document production visualization (DPV) system that uses virtual rendering in 3D to allow users to preview and interactively modify document aspects before production, leveraging JDF and CIM technologies, enabling pre-print visualization and reducing the need for physical proof versions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If physical proof versions are produced for document approval, then visualization accuracy is improved, but production costs and time are increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual copy of the physical document using 3D rendering technology. This virtual replica allows users to view and approve documents digitally without producing physical proofs, thereby maintaining visualization accuracy while eliminating the time and cost associated with physical proof production and distribution
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical system of physical proof production with a computational system. Instead of physically assembling and shipping proof versions, the system uses software-based 3D rendering and digital transmission to achieve the same approval function, significantly reducing production time and resource consumption
2Measurement precision
If physical proof versions are produced for document approval, then visualization accuracy is improved, but production costs are increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual copy of the physical document using 3D rendering technology. This virtual replica allows users to view and approve documents digitally without producing physical proofs, thereby maintaining visualization accuracy while eliminating the time and cost associated with physical proof production and distribution
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses computationally generated virtual images instead of expensive physical proofs. These digital representations can be created, modified, and distributed at minimal cost, replacing the need for costly physical proofing materials and logistics
3Productivity
If complex JDF/JMF technologies are used for document production, then productivity is improved, but ease of operation is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a visualization interface as an intermediary between the user and the complex JDF/JMF production systems. This interface layer presents simplified 3D visual representations and controls, allowing users to interact with document production processes without needing to understand the underlying complex data formats and technologies
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a simplified virtual model of the complex production process. By rendering the document and its production state in an intuitive 3D visual format, the system translates complex technical data into easily interpretable visual information, making the system accessible to users regardless of their technical expertise
Data Source
AI summary
A system and method for pre-print visualization of a job to be printed are described. The method includes submitting the content of the printing job, and associated printing environment data, in order to create a virtual rendering of the job in 3D on a user interface. In one embodiment, the rendering may be a low-resolution rendering and in another embodiment or later step, the virtual rendering would employ print-quality representations of content. The virtual rendering further allows a user to observe job-specific aspects and change a point of view relative to the rendering, including selecting and viewing individual pages of the print job. The method and system may be employed to facilitate obtaining user approval for production of the print job before forwarding the job for production.