Synchronous Asynchronous Image Switching for Collaborative Review
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Solution Overview
Problem
In systems where multiple users share and examine the same image, users without operation rights face limitations in examining areas of interest, leading to inefficiencies and frequent interruptions in image examination, as they cannot operate the image independently without switching operation rights.
Innovation Solution
An information processing method and system that allows users without operation rights to switch between synchronous and asynchronous states, enabling them to perform image operations and examinations independently, with the ability to re-establish the original state and move operation rights between users as needed, facilitating efficient collaborative image examination.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If operation right is exclusively held by one user at a time, then operation control is simplified, but image examination efficiency deteriorates due to frequent interruptions when users need to exchange operation rights
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically changes the operational state between synchronous and asynchronous modes based on user needs. When a user without operation rights wants to examine a specific area, the system switches to asynchronous mode, allowing independent operation. When collaborative discussion is needed, it returns to synchronous mode. This dynamic state change resolves the contradiction by allowing both simplified control and efficient examination at different times.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the parameter of operation mode (synchronous/asynchronous) to resolve the contradiction. In synchronous mode, one user holds operation rights for simplified control. In asynchronous mode, multiple users can operate independently to improve examination efficiency. The parameter change allows the system to adapt to different operational requirements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If operation rights are frequently exchanged between users, then users can examine areas of interest, but image examination is interrupted frequently reducing overall efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of frequently exchanging operation rights, the system dynamically introduces asynchronous mode that allows users without operation rights to examine areas of interest without interrupting the current operator. This dynamic addition of operational freedom resolves the contradiction by providing adaptability without causing interruptions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system segments the operation mode into synchronous and asynchronous states. Users can access areas of interest through asynchronous operations without disrupting the main examination flow. This segmentation allows simultaneous access to different image areas without frequent rights exchange, maintaining examination efficiency.
3Adaptability or versatility
If users without operation rights can operate images independently, then examination flexibility improves, but system complexity increases due to state management
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses an intermediary mechanism (the synchronous/asynchronous state indicator and control logic) to manage the complexity of multiple operational states. This intermediary layer handles the complexity of state transitions and user permissions, allowing users to operate independently when needed while maintaining system coherence. The intermediary absorbs the complexity so users don't need to manage it directly.
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AI summary
An information processing system and a method for operating same are provided. The information processing system includes a first information processing apparatus and a second information processing apparatus. The first information processing apparatus is configured to display a first synchronous image in a first window, the first window having an operation right. The second information processing apparatus has a synchronous state or an asynchronous state. The second information processing apparatus is configured to: display a second synchronous image; in response to a first request, switch from the synchronous state to the asynchronous state; and in response to a second request, switch from the asynchronous state to the synchronous state.