Information Processing Apparatus for Multi-Camera System Workflow Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
The installation, removal, and operation of multi-camera systems for generating virtual viewpoint images are cumbersome, leading to increased worker load and reduced convenience.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus that obtains and displays a series of processing steps and their progress statuses for the installation or operation of a multi-camera system, guiding users through appropriate processing and preventing errors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a multi-camera system is used to generate virtual viewpoint images, then high presence and viewing capability at various viewpoints are achieved, but the processing procedures become cumbersome and worker load increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically manages the multi-camera setup and virtual viewpoint image generation process. The information processing apparatus autonomously coordinates the plurality of image capturing apparatuses, executes the necessary processing steps, and manages the workflow without requiring manual intervention for each step, thereby reducing worker load while maintaining the advanced viewing capabilities
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing apparatus serves as an intermediary between the multiple image capturing apparatuses and the user. It centralizes the control and coordination of the complex multi-camera system, managing the synchronization and processing of images from multiple sources, which simplifies the user interface and operation while enabling sophisticated virtual viewpoint generation
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple image capturing apparatuses are used to generate virtual viewpoint images, then high presence is given to the user, but many cumbersome processing procedures must be executed
Solution Approach 1:
The complex processing procedure is divided into distinct, manageable steps including connection confirmation, synchronization setting, and image capturing. Each step is independently managed and can be executed sequentially by the information processing apparatus, which reduces the perceived complexity for users while maintaining the sophisticated multi-camera functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing apparatus autonomously executes the complex processing procedures required for virtual viewpoint image generation. It automatically coordinates the plurality of image capturing apparatuses, manages synchronization, and handles image processing without requiring users to manually execute each complex step, thereby reducing operation complexity while maintaining advanced viewing capabilities
3Ease of operation
If the installation and operation procedures for multi-camera systems are simplified, then user convenience is improved, but error prevention and process guidance may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides automatic feedback to users during the installation and operation process. The information processing apparatus monitors each processing step, confirms the connection status of image capturing apparatuses, verifies synchronization settings, and provides status information to users. This automated feedback mechanism ensures that errors are detected and prevented while maintaining simple user interaction
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing apparatus autonomously performs verification and error checking during the installation and operation process. It automatically confirms connections, validates settings, and ensures proper configuration of the multi-camera system without requiring users to manually check each parameter, thereby maintaining high reliability while simplifying user interaction
Data Source
AI summary
An information processing apparatus obtains a plurality of processing steps concerning a work in installation or operation of a system including a plurality of apparatuses, and progress statuses of the plurality of processing steps, and causes a display unit to display a screen including information representing the plurality of processing steps and the progress statuses of the plurality of processing steps.