Multiview Tile Layout for Synchronized Multi-Source Displays

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing high definition (HD) and ultra high definition (UHD) displays lack efficient methods to simultaneously present multiple sources of content in a synchronized and customizable manner, with each source being independently controlled and adapted to user preferences.

Innovation Solution

A system and method utilizing a computer memory with executable instructions to define segmented tiles of content on a display, allowing for simultaneous presentation of content from various sources, controlled independently and synchronized, with the ability to resize tiles based on content type and user preferences, and utilizing HTML and Javascript to organize and present content streams.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Area of stationary object

If multiple content sources are displayed simultaneously on HD/UHD displays, then the utilization of display real estate is improved, but the complexity of controlling and synchronizing multiple content sources increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedisplay real estate utilizationVSAvoidcontrol and synchronization complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The display screen is segmented into multiple independent tiles, each capable of displaying content from different sources. This segmentation allows the display area to be fully utilized while keeping each tile's control independent and manageable, thereby reducing overall system complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

A single display device is designed to handle multiple content sources simultaneously through a unified multiview interface. The system provides universal control mechanisms that work across all tiles and content sources, simplifying the user experience despite the multiple functions being performed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If each content source is controlled independently, then the adaptability to user preferences is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveindependent content controlVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Each content source is assigned to a separate tile with independent control capabilities. This segmentation enables users to customize each tile's content and behavior independently, achieving high adaptability while maintaining manageable complexity through modular design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system introduces a new dimension of control by allowing independent manipulation of each tile's properties (size, position, content source, etc.) without affecting other tiles. This dimensional independence simplifies the control architecture while maximizing adaptability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

3Adaptability or versatility

If tiles are dynamically resized based on content type and user preferences, then the adaptability is improved, but the computational requirements and device complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetile customizationVSAvoiddynamic resizing mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Tiles are designed to be dynamically resizable and repositionable based on content type and user preferences. This dynamic capability allows the interface to adapt to different viewing scenarios while the underlying system manages the complexity through automated layout algorithms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes multiple parameters simultaneously (tile size, position, content source, display format) to achieve high adaptability. By coordinating these parameter changes through a unified control mechanism, the system manages complexity while maximizing versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS20250358469A1Multiview as an application for physical digital media
Publication Date: 2025.11.20 SATURN LICENSING LLC
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AI summary

A multi-window user interface (UI) is presented in various configurations and operational uses to leverage the relatively large display canvas afforded by large screen display devices such as 4K or 8K displays. Along with the various “Multiview” aspects, content delivery techniques, content selection techniques, and level of service techniques also are presented.