Head-Mounted Device Augmented Reality Instrument Data Overlay
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face challenges when operating multiple quantification instruments simultaneously, as it can be difficult to manage and view the output information from multiple instruments, leading to reduced efficiency and increased complexity.
Innovation Solution
A head-mounted device (HMD) is used to present an augmented reality (AR) view that displays output information from various quantification instruments, allowing users to visualize and interact with multiple data sources in a single, immersive environment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If multiple quantification instruments are operated simultaneously, then the quantity of information obtained increases, but the difficulty of managing and viewing output information increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines output information from multiple quantification instruments into a single augmented reality display. The HMD merges data streams from different instruments (e.g., multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer) and presents them as integrated virtual overlays in the user's field of view, eliminating the need to separately view multiple instrument displays.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from traditional 2D display surfaces to a 3D spatial augmented reality environment. Output information is projected as virtual objects in three-dimensional space around the user, allowing manipulation and viewing from multiple angles, effectively adding a spatial dimension to data presentation.
2Quantity of substance
If multiple quantification instruments are operated simultaneously, then the quantity of information obtained increases, but the time required to view and analyze information increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple information streams into a single augmented reality interface, allowing simultaneous viewing of all instrument outputs without sequential switching. The HMD presents all data in the user's field of view at once, eliminating time spent moving between displays or switching views.
Solution Approach 2:
The augmented reality system acts as an intermediary between multiple quantification instruments and the user. It collects, processes, and presents information from all instruments through a unified virtual interface, reducing the cognitive and temporal burden of managing multiple separate displays.
3Device complexity
If traditional display methods are used for multiple instruments, then device complexity is maintained, but ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent moves from flat 2D displays to immersive 3D augmented reality visualization. Virtual instrument displays are positioned in three-dimensional space around the user, allowing natural head and hand interactions, improving ease of operation without increasing physical device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces physical display devices and manual switching mechanisms with software-based augmented reality overlays. The HMD uses digital composition and virtual projection to present multiple instrument outputs, eliminating mechanical complexity while dramatically improving operational ease.
Data Source
AI summary
In some examples, a head-mounted device (HMD) includes a display device to present an augmented reality (AR) view. The HMD receives first output information generated by a first type of quantification instrument that is to perform a first quantification of a collection of physical objects, and second output information generated by a second type of measurement instrument that is different from the first type of measurement instrument to perform a second quantification of the collection of physical objects. The HMD presents, on the display device, the first output information and the second output information in the augmented reality view of a physical environment in which the collection of physical objects being quantified objects is provided.