Dynamic Virtual Operation Panels in VR Interaction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current VR environments face low information interaction flexibility due to fixed and non-intuitive menu panels that are not fully integrated into the 3D space, limiting user interaction and immersion.

Innovation Solution

An information interaction method and apparatus that dynamically selects and displays multiple virtual operation panels in a VR scenario, allowing users to interact with them using an interactive device, enabling flexible positioning and operation of these panels within the 3D space, enhancing user interaction and immersion.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a 2D menu panel is used in VR environment, then the menu can be displayed clearly and users can select quickly, but the menu is not integrated into the 3D game scenario and interaction flexibility is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemenu selection speedVSAvoidintegration into 3D scenario
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent transitions from traditional 2D menu panels to 3D virtual operation panels that exist within the three-dimensional virtual space. The panels are rendered with depth, perspective, and spatial positioning, allowing them to be part of the game world rather than overlaying it. This dimensional transformation enables the menu to be both selectable and integrated into the scenario.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a ray emission mechanism as an intermediary between the user's interactive device and the virtual operation panel. The ray serves as a mediator that carries the user's intent from the physical device through the virtual space to interact with the panel, enabling flexible 3D interaction while maintaining clear selection feedback.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Stability of the object's composition

If a fixed position menu panel is used, then the menu structure is simple and stable, but the interaction flexibility and user immersion are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemenu structure stabilityVSAvoidinteraction flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic virtual operation panels that can be freely positioned and oriented within the 3D space. The panels respond to user input by adjusting their position, rotation, and visibility based on the interaction context. This dynamic behavior allows the menu structure to remain stable in its fundamental function while adapting flexibly to different user needs and scenarios.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Adaptability or versatility

If ray emission interaction is used for 3D menu, then the menu can be positioned in 3D space, but the interaction is not intuitive and requires complex operations

Engineering Contradiction:
Improve3D space positioningVSAvoidinteraction intuitiveness
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements comprehensive feedback mechanisms including visual highlighting of selectable options, ray visualization to show interaction targets, and immediate response to user actions. The system provides continuous feedback about the current interaction state, making the complex 3D ray-based interaction feel intuitive and responsive.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS11809685B2Information interaction method and apparatus, storage medium, and electronic apparatus
Publication Date: 2023.11.07 TENCENT TECHNOLOGY (SHENZHEN) CO LTD
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AI summary

This application discloses an information interaction method and apparatus, a storage medium, and an electronic apparatus. The method includes obtaining a first target operation instruction in a VR scenario; selecting and displaying a first virtual operation panel corresponding to the first target operation instruction from a plurality of virtual operation panels in the VR scenario, wherein the plurality of virtual operation panels are displayed mutually independently, and are respectively configured to display different interactive objects. The method may further include obtaining an interactive operation instruction generated by an interactive operation performed by an interactive device on a target interactive object displayed in the first virtual operation panel, the interactive device being associated with the VR scenario; and in response executing a target event corresponding to the target interactive object in the VR scenario. These solutions resolve the technical problem of low information interaction flexibility in the related technology.