Object Correcting Apparatus Using Sample Object Interpolation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing input devices for manipulating three-dimensional models in computer graphics and real spaces are either complex and expensive or require intricate operations to change object attributes, making it difficult for users to intuitively understand and perform desired poses.
Innovation Solution
An object correcting method and apparatus that uses a plurality of sample objects with distinct attributes disposed on a display screen, allowing users to specify a point to calculate an interpolated attribute value, which is then applied to a target object to change its attributes, enabling intuitive and simple manipulation of object poses using a mouse or tablet.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If complex input devices like markers, glove-type manipulators, or contactless measurement systems are used to manipulate three-dimensional models, then the precision of object pose control is improved, but the device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses two-dimensional sample object images as simplified copies representing three-dimensional object states. Instead of requiring complex physical input devices, the system presents simplified 2D visual representations that users can interact with using simple pointing devices, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining effective control capability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex mechanical input devices (markers, glove manipulators, contactless measurement systems) with a simplified graphical user interface system. Users interact with 2D sample object images displayed on screen using basic pointing devices, substituting complex mechanical systems with optical display and simple electronic input
2Manufacturing precision
If multiple parameters need to be changed to achieve desired object poses, then the accuracy of object manipulation is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to intricate operations required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple parameter adjustments into a single unified operation. By displaying multiple sample object images representing different parameter combinations and allowing users to select one image, the system combines what would otherwise require multiple separate parameter adjustments into a single intuitive selection action
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transforms multi-dimensional parameter space into a two-dimensional visual display. Multiple object parameters are represented as visual differences in sample object images, allowing users to perceive and manipulate multiple parameters simultaneously through 2D spatial arrangement rather than dealing with each parameter separately
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AI summary
An object correcting method includes disposing multiple sample objects at different positions on a display screen, the sample objects having respective attributes characteristic thereof; obtaining the position of a point on the display screen specified by a user; changing the attribute of a target object by calculating an interpolated value of the attributes of the sample objects based on the positions at which the sample objects are disposed and the position of the point and replacing the value of at least one of the parameters of the attribute of the target object with the calculated interpolated value; and correcting the target object based on the changed attribute thereof.