Holder Member with Color Reference for Embroidery Image Capture
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing embroidery frame systems on sewing machines do not adequately consider the capture of images by the integrated image capture device, which affects the accuracy and quality of embroidery pattern positioning and editing.
Innovation Solution
A holder member with a planar portion, mounting portion, color reference member, and affixing device is designed to be removably mounted on the embroidery frame and moving mechanism of a sewing machine, facilitating better image capture by the image capture device through a color reference and magnetic affixation system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If an existing embroidery frame is used without considering image capture requirements, then the device complexity is reduced, but the image capture accuracy and quality deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into a single holder member: it integrates the embroidery workpiece holding function, the image capture reference function (through color reference members and planar surfaces), and the positioning function. This merging resolves the contradiction by achieving improved image capture accuracy without proportionally increasing device complexity, as all these functions are unified in one component rather than requiring separate devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder member acts as an intermediary between the embroidery frame and the image capture device. It provides a standardized interface (mounting portion) that connects to the embroidery frame while presenting optimized surfaces (planar portion with color reference members) for image capture. This intermediary role enables improved image capture accuracy without requiring fundamental changes to either the embroidery frame or image capture device.
2Manufacturing precision
If a holder member with color reference member and affixing device is added, then the color correction precision is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the color reference function with the workpiece holding function in the same holder member. The color reference members are integrated into the planar portion that holds the embroidery workpiece, eliminating the need for separate color reference devices. This integration achieves improved color correction precision while minimizing the increase in device complexity through functional consolidation.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder member is designed as a multi-functional device that simultaneously serves as a workpiece holder, a positioning reference, and a color reference. The planar portion provides a flat surface for workpiece placement, while embedded color reference members provide color correction data. This multi-functionality achieves improved manufacturing precision for color correction without requiring multiple separate components.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the planar portion includes a drawing area, then the adaptability is improved, but the manufacturing precision of the surface may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the planar portion into distinct functional zones: a drawing area for user annotations and a color reference member area for automated image capture. By spatially separating these functions, the drawing surface can be optimized for writing (using materials like whiteboard coating) while the color reference area maintains precise manufacturing tolerances for accurate color measurement, thus resolving the contradiction between adaptability and manufacturing precision.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The holder member improves image capture accuracy and quality, allowing for precise embroidery pattern creation by providing a stable and reference-based image capture solution, reducing user burden and enhancing the precision of color correction in captured images.
Implementation Method 1
The affixing device is configured to fix in place an object that has been placed on the planar portion
Data Source
AI summary
A holder member includes a planar portion, a mounting portion, a color reference member, and an affixing device. The planar portion has a surface that is planar. The mounting portion supports the planar portion. The mounting portion is also configured to be removably mounted on an embroidery frame moving mechanism of a sewing machine. The color reference member is provided on the planar portion. The color reference member also shows a color that serves as a reference. The affixing device is configured to fix in place an object that has been placed on the planar portion.