Multi-dimensional encoded geometries for durable aesthetic identification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing information handling systems rely on aesthetically unpleasing and durable unique identifiers like bar codes and QR codes for identification, which can be damaged and require additional labeling processes.
Innovation Solution
The use of multi-dimensional encoded geometries, such as glyphs, that are synthesized into the components of information handling systems, providing a passive and aesthetically pleasing way to encode information, allowing for identification through scanning and decoding of these geometries.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If bar codes or QR codes are used as unique identifiers, then identification functionality is achieved, but aesthetic appearance deteriorates and durability worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the identification function with existing aesthetic components of the information handling system. Instead of adding separate bar codes or QR codes, the unique identifier is integrated into decorative elements such as bezels, panels, or structural components that are already part of the system's外观设计. This combination eliminates the need for separate labeling while maintaining both aesthetic appearance and identification functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent makes existing aesthetic components serve dual purposes: maintaining visual appeal and providing unique identification. Components like bezels and panels are designed to simultaneously fulfill their original aesthetic role and encode identification information through embedded patterns, geometries, or spatial arrangements that can be scanned or detected.
2Ease of operation
If bar codes or QR codes are attached to systems, then identification is enabled, but manufacturing complexity increases due to additional labeling processes
Solution Approach 1:
The identification functionality is merged into the manufacturing process of existing components rather than being added as a separate post-manufacturing step. Unique identifiers are embedded during the fabrication of aesthetic components through techniques such as laser etching, molded-in patterns, or integrated geometric designs, eliminating the need for separate labeling operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The unique identifier is prepared and integrated into the component design before final assembly. By incorporating the identification information during the component manufacturing stage, the system avoids subsequent labeling steps and simplifies the overall manufacturing workflow.
3Loss of information
If traditional 2D codes are used, then identification is achieved, but data storage capacity is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from two-dimensional bar codes or QR codes to three-dimensional encoded geometries. By utilizing vertical dimension, depth variations, and spatial configurations, the system can encode significantly more information within the same physical footprint. Examples include multi-layered patterns, varying depths of etched features, and three-dimensional arrangements of geometric elements that provide enhanced data capacity.
Solution Approach 2:
The identification system is divided into multiple discrete geometric elements or symbols that can be individually scanned and collectively decoded. This segmentation allows for more information to be distributed across multiple features, increasing overall data storage capacity while maintaining scanability through systematic detection of individual elements.
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AI summary
A system, method, and computer-readable medium for accessing information associated with items within a multi-dimensional space, comprising: scanning a plurality of encoded geometries, the scanning comprising scanning a plurality of multi-dimensional symbols of each of the plurality of encoded geometries; identifying each of the plurality of multi-dimensional symbols of each of the plurality of encoded geometries; decoding each identified multi-dimensional symbol to provide encoded geometry information for each of the plurality of encoded geometries; identifying relative locations of the plurality of encoded geometries within the multi-dimensional space; and, accessing information associated with items within a multi-dimensional space based using the encoded geometry information for each of the plurality of encoded geometries.