Monocular Display Apparatus for Stereoscopic Viewing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for viewing stereoscopic images are challenging for multiple viewers to simultaneously view both stereoscopic and non-stereoscopic images, and they often require uncomfortable glasses or head-mounted displays that obstruct the surrounding environment.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a remote display for presenting two-dimensional images to one eye and a monocular device for presenting the corresponding stereoscopic image to the other eye, allowing multiple viewers to see stereoscopic images without glasses, with the monocular device being adjustable for alignment and comfort.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If head mounted displays or shutter glasses are used to view stereoscopic images, then stereoscopic viewing capability is improved, but comfort and ease of operation deteriorate due to obstruction of surrounding environment and wearing discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the stereoscopic viewing function into two separate components: a remote display device for one eye and a monocular attachment for the other eye. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the remote display can be a standard comfortable device while the monocular attachment provides minimal obstruction, resolving the contradiction between stereoscopic capability and comfort.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention extracts the stereoscopic viewing function from the constraint of wearing glasses or head-mounted displays. By using a remote display device positioned away from the face and a simple monocular attachment, the system removes the harmful obstruction of the surrounding environment while maintaining stereoscopic capability.
2Manufacturing precision
If shutter glasses or polarized glasses are used for stereoscopic viewing, then stereoscopic image separation is improved, but ease of operation worsens due to requirement of wearing glasses for all types of image viewing
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adapts to different viewing scenarios. The monocular attachment can be easily added or removed depending on whether stereoscopic or non-stereoscopic viewing is desired. This dynamic flexibility allows users to switch between viewing modes without being constrained by permanent glass wear, resolving the contradiction between image separation accuracy and viewing flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The remote display device serves multiple functions - it can display stereoscopic images when paired with the monocular attachment, and display non-stereoscopic images when the monocular attachment is removed. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate devices for different viewing types, improving ease of operation while maintaining image separation capability when needed.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional stereoscopic display methods are used, then stereoscopic viewing is achieved, but device complexity increases making it difficult for multiple viewers to simultaneously view both stereoscopic and non-stereoscopic images
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the stereoscopic viewing system into an independent monocular attachment and a standard remote display device, the invention simplifies the overall system complexity. The monocular attachment is a simple add-on component that can be easily configured, while the remote display uses standard technology. This segmentation enables multiple viewers to simultaneously use the same remote display with their own simple monocular attachments, reducing system complexity while maintaining stereoscopic functionality.
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AI summary
An apparatus for viewing of an image of a scene, including a monocular device worn by a viewer which includes a first display for displaying a first two-dimensional image of the scene with a first perspective to one eye of the viewer. a second display for displaying a second two-dimensional image of the scene with a second perspective to the other eye of the viewer, wherein the first perspective of the scene is different from the second perspective of the scene so that the viewer perceives a three dimensional image of the scene, while another viewer of the second display, that is not wearing a monocular device, views the two-dimensional image of the scene.