3D Motion Tracking Interface for Drone Path and Camera Planning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current systems for controlling aircraft vehicles, such as drones, using a two-stick controller are difficult to operate effectively, especially when controlling both the flight path and camera orientation simultaneously.
Innovation Solution
A motion tracking interface is implemented using an electronic device that allows users to plan and control a travel path within a three-dimensional virtual map, utilizing various localization systems to determine device location and orientation, and communicate execution plans to the vehicle, which includes sensors for stabilization and navigation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a two-stick controller is used to control flight path and camera orientation, then the drone can be controlled, but the operation becomes difficult and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the control system into two independent components: a motion controller for flight path control and a separate device for camera orientation control. This segmentation allows each controller to specialize in one function, simplifying the operation of each individual controller while maintaining comprehensive control capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a communication interface between the motion controller and camera controller that allows automatic transmission of control signals. This intermediary system enables the motion controller to automatically adjust camera orientation based on flight movements, reducing the operational burden on the pilot.
2Productivity
If a pilot operator controls both flight path and camera orientation simultaneously, then complete control is achieved, but operational effectiveness decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The control functions are segmented between a motion controller handled by the pilot and a camera controller that can be operated separately or automatically. This division allows the pilot to focus on flight path control while camera operations are either simplified or automated.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera controller is designed to automatically receive and execute control signals from the motion controller, adjusting camera orientation based on flight movements without requiring constant manual intervention. This self-service capability reduces the pilot's operational burden while maintaining effective camera control.
Data Source
AI summary
A device projects a virtual three-dimensional map of a physical environment onto an area captured by an image sensor of the device. The device receives user input to begin tracking device motion. In response to receiving the user input, the device tracks its motion within the area. The device determines location data within the area and orientation data of the image sensor within the area based on the tracked motion of the device. At least one of the location data or the orientation data is converted to real-world coordinates based on the virtual three-dimensional map of the physical environment. Path data is generated for a physical vehicle based on the at least one converted location or orientation data.