Image Projection Lighting Device Collage Visualization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current lighting systems lack the ability to provide a graphical representation of collage types for operators, making it difficult to create and visualize collage projections, and require manual selection of sectional images without intuitive visual aids.
Innovation Solution
The system allows for graphical representation of collage types and sectional images to be projected onto a surface, enabling operators to select and create collages using a central controller, with IPLDs capable of projecting images and repositioning lamp housings to form collages.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If graphical representation of collage types is projected onto the projection surface, then the operator can quickly visualize and select collage types, but the device complexity increases due to additional projection and control mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The IPLD is configured to perform multiple functions: it can project both the collage type graphical representation and the actual sectional images onto the same projection surface. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate display devices for visualization and projection, thereby improving ease of operation while controlling device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates a graphical representation (copy) of the collage type on the projection surface before projecting the actual image sections. This copy serves as a visual guide for the operator to understand the final collage layout, enabling intuitive selection without requiring complex user interfaces or multiple display devices.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple collage types can be created during shows, then the versatility and adaptability of the lighting system improves, but the time required for setup and configuration increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system allows the operator to pre-visualize the collage type and select the appropriate sectional images before the actual performance. By projecting the graphical representation in advance, the operator can configure the collage setup during rehearsal rather than during the show, eliminating setup time losses while maintaining high versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The graphical projection provides real-time feedback to the operator about the expected collage layout and image positioning. This visual feedback mechanism allows for quick adjustments and validations during configuration, reducing the time needed to achieve the desired versatility without compromising setup speed.
3Productivity
If sectional images are repositioned in real-time to form collages, then the visual effect and dynamic capability improve, but the control system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The IPLD incorporates dynamic positioning capability that allows the lamp housing to be repositioned in real-time during performances. This dynamic feature enables the system to adapt to different collage configurations and visual effects without requiring complex manual adjustments, as the repositioning is automated through control signals from the central controller.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses automated control mechanisms that allow the IPLD to reposition itself based on commands from the central controller. This self-service capability reduces the need for complex manual control systems or additional actuators, achieving dynamic visual effects while keeping the control architecture relatively simple.
Data Source
AI summary
An image projection lighting device is provided including a base, a communications port, a processor, a memory, and a lamp housing. A first image is stored in the memory. The image projection lighting device is configured to form a first sectional image from the first image stored in the memory and to project the first sectional image onto a projection surface as a component of a collage, in response to a first command and/or a second command.