Dynamic Object Grouping via Attribute Comparison
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing information processing systems require pre-definition of groups or categories to sort objects, limiting flexibility in object grouping.
Innovation Solution
An information processing system that uses attribute information storage, determination, and grouping mechanisms to dynamically group objects in a virtual two-dimensional or three-dimensional space based on user operations, without pre-defining groups, by comparing attribute information and determining proximity within a set region.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If groups associated with sorting conditions are pre-defined to sort objects, then object sorting can be performed systematically, but flexibility in object grouping is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic grouping where the determination region and grouping criteria are not fixed in advance but are established on-demand based on user operations. When a user performs a gesture operation, the system dynamically determines a region, identifies objects within it, compares their attribute information, and creates groups accordingly. This dynamic approach eliminates the need for pre-defined groups while maintaining systematic sorting capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service grouping by automatically comparing attribute information of objects within the determination region and performing grouping operations without requiring users to manually define group criteria. The attribute information storage means stores necessary attributes, and the determination means automatically processes grouping based on user gestures, making the system adaptable to different grouping needs without pre-configuration.
2Ease of operation
If pre-defined groups with sorting conditions are used, then systematic object sorting is achieved, but user interaction flexibility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary preparation by storing attribute information for multiple objects in advance in the attribute information storage means. This pre-stored attribute data enables rapid on-demand grouping operations, as the system only needs to retrieve and compare existing attribute information when a user performs a gesture, rather than pre-defining all possible groups and conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The determination means automatically performs the grouping operation by comparing attribute information of objects within the determination region, eliminating the need for users to manually define group criteria or spend time pre-configuring sorting conditions. The system self-services the grouping task based on user gestures and stored attribute data.
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AI summary
Provided is an information processing system capable of grouping objects without needing to pre-define a group associated with a sorting condition. A determination unit determines whether or not one of a first object and a second object different from the first object is included in a determination region that is set based on a position of another one of the first object and the second object. A grouping unit groups the first object and the second object based on a result of a comparison between the attribute information associated with the first object and the attribute information associated with the second object in a case where it is determined that the one of the first object and the second object is included in the determination region.