Split-Screen Molding Data Display for Scroll-Free Comparison
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Solution Overview
Problem
Operators face difficulties in comparing data from different molding operations on a monitor screen, especially when the data is not displayed on the same screen, requiring vertical scrolling which can be cumbersome.
Innovation Solution
A data display device with a monitor screen that can display two separate data sections, allowing operators to split the screen to compare data from different molding operations without the need for vertical scrolling.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If data from multiple molding operations is displayed in one screen vertically, then the operator can see multiple data sets, but the operator has to scroll vertically to compare data that are apart from each other
Solution Approach 1:
The display screen is segmented into multiple independent data display sections (first data display section, second data display section, etc.), each capable of showing different data sets from different molding operations. This segmentation allows operators to view multiple data sets simultaneously without scrolling, as each section can be positioned to display relevant data side-by-side or in adjacent areas.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single vertical data display to a multi-dimensional layout with multiple data display sections arranged in different spatial positions on the screen. By utilizing both vertical and horizontal dimensions for section arrangement, the system enables simultaneous viewing of multiple data sets without requiring vertical scrolling to compare data from different operations.
2Ease of operation
If the screen is split into multiple data display sections, then data from different molding operations can be compared simultaneously, but the vertical size of each section is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The display system dynamically adjusts the size and position of data display sections based on operator needs. The control section can change the configuration of multiple data display sections, allowing operators to expand or contract section sizes, reposition them, or switch between different display modes (such as expanding a selected section to full screen while temporarily hiding others), thus optimizing the balance between simultaneous data comparison and individual data visibility.
3Area of stationary object
If only one data display section is shown, then the vertical size is maximized for detailed viewing, but data from other molding operations cannot be displayed for comparison
Solution Approach 1:
Each data display section is designed with universal functionality to display data from any molding operation independently. The control section manages multiple such sections, allowing any section to be populated with data from different operations as needed. This multi-functionality enables the system to adapt to various comparison scenarios - whether comparing one operation in detail or multiple operations simultaneously - without requiring different display hardware or complex reconfiguration.
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AI summary
A data display device and a molding machine are provided. A control unit displays a monitor screen. The monitor screen is capable of displaying a first data display section and a second data display section. In the first and second data display sections, a plurality of data sets are displayed in vertical alignment in chronological order, each of the data sets including a plurality of data items related to one molding operation displayed in a row. If a switch split-screen display button is touched while only the first data display section is displayed, the second data display section is displayed in vertical alignment with the first data display section. If the switch split-screen display button is touched while the first data display section and the second data display section are displayed, the second data display section is cleared and only the first data display section is displayed.