Mixed-Reality OLAP Cuboid and Supply Chain Network Visualization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing database systems require significant time and training to interpret and analyze vast amounts of data, often lacking intuitive visual representations that assist in data interpretation and trend detection.
Innovation Solution
A mixed-reality visualization system that simultaneously generates and manipulates online analytical processing (OLAP) cuboid visualizations and supply chain network visualizations, using spatial-aural feedback and interactive three-dimensional models to facilitate efficient data analysis.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If existing database display systems are used to show vast amounts of data, then data can be displayed, but significant time investment and training are required to interpret and analyze the data
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical data display methods (spreadsheets, tables) with a virtual reality-based visual representation system. This substitution transforms how data is presented and interacted with, allowing users to navigate and analyze supply chain networks through immersive 3D visualizations rather than conventional 2D interfaces, thereby reducing interpretation time and training requirements
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from two-dimensional data displays to three-dimensional virtual reality visualizations. By adding spatial dimensions to data representation, the system enables intuitive navigation through supply chain networks, allowing users to perceive relationships and patterns that would be difficult to detect in traditional flat displays, thus improving analysis efficiency
2Measurement precision
If existing database interfaces require granular review of individual cells, then detailed data can be examined, but the process becomes time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses three-dimensional virtual reality visualizations to represent supply chain data, allowing users to examine detailed information through spatial navigation rather than cell-by-cell review. The 3D environment enables simultaneous viewing of multiple data points and relationships, maintaining analytical depth while dramatically improving review speed
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs color-coded visual representations to encode different data attributes and states within the supply chain network. This visual encoding allows users to quickly identify patterns, anomalies, and relationships across large datasets without needing to read individual values, thus maintaining measurement precision while accelerating analysis
3Loss of information
If traditional data visualization systems are used, then data can be displayed, but they lack complementary visual representations to assist interpretation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple visualization types and data representations into a unified virtual reality environment. By combining network graphs, data tables, and analytical metrics into a single immersive interface, the system provides complementary visual representations that work together to enhance interpretation, rather than requiring users to switch between multiple separate tools
Data Source
AI summary
A system and method are disclosed to generate mixed-reality visualizations and objects to facilitate efficient interaction with large volumes of data. Embodiments include a computer comprising a processor and memory and configured to select data stored in a data table coupled to the computer. Embodiments select one or more key process indicators (KPIs), dimensions by which to display the selected data, and color schemes by which to display the selected data. Embodiments generate a first mixed-reality object displaying the selected data according to the selected one or more KPIs, dimensions, and color schemes, and a second mixed-reality object displaying the selected data as a three-dimensional model of nodes and connections. Embodiments display the first and second mixed-reality objects on a display device, and manipulate one of the first and second mixed-reality objects in response to input received by one or more sensors.