Embroidery Data Processing Device Random Pattern Arrangement

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing embroidery data processing devices require significant time and effort for users to generate embroidery data with randomly arranged multiple patterns, as they need to manually copy and arrange unit patterns, which is inefficient.

Innovation Solution

An information processing device, sewing machine, and non-transitory recording medium that randomly arrange embroidery patterns within a coordinate area set in an embroidery frame, which can be moved in two directions, allowing for automatic and efficient generation of embroidery data.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If unit patterns are manually copied and arranged one by one, then arrangement flexibility is improved, but time consumption and operational effort increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvearrangement flexibilityVSAvoidtime consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses computer-based copying of pattern data to replace manual copying. The processing device automatically copies unit pattern data multiple times and arranges the copied patterns according to predetermined conditions, eliminating the need for users to manually copy and arrange each pattern individually while maintaining arrangement flexibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the mechanical manual arrangement process with an automated information processing system. The processing device uses computer algorithms to automatically arrange copied patterns based on predetermined conditions such as random arrangement, circular arrangement, or grid arrangement, substituting manual mechanical operations with automated digital processing.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple patterns are manually arranged to achieve random layout, then design variety is improved, but operational complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedesign varietyVSAvoidoperational complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic arrangement capabilities where the processing device can switch between different arrangement modes (random, circular, grid, etc.) based on user selection. The system dynamically adjusts arrangement parameters and patterns according to the selected mode, providing design variety without requiring users to manually configure complex arrangement parameters for each design scenario.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates a universal processing device that can handle multiple arrangement types and design scenarios through a single integrated system. The device provides multi-functional arrangement capabilities including random arrangement, circular arrangement, grid arrangement, and other patterns, all accessible through a unified interface, eliminating the need for separate tools or complex manual procedures for each design type.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Adaptability or versatility

If patterns are arranged without automated positioning, then arrangement freedom is improved, but positioning precision deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvearrangement freedomVSAvoidpositioning precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements automated positioning with feedback control where the processing device calculates precise coordinates for each pattern based on predetermined arrangement conditions and automatically positions patterns at these calculated locations. The system provides feedback on pattern positions and allows adjustment while maintaining precise positioning, combining arrangement freedom with positioning accuracy through computer-controlled coordinate management.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS8972038B2Information processing device, sewing machine and non-transitory recording medium storing program
Publication Date: 2015.03.03 BROTHER KOGYO KK
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AI summary

An information processing device includes a processor and a memory. The memory is configured to store computer-readable instructions. The instructions instruct the information processing device to execute steps including randomly arranging a plurality of embroidery patterns within a coordinate area set in an embroidery frame that is moved in two directions.