Object Image Display Control with Orientation and Cross-Section Views
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional systems struggle to provide detailed information about an object, such as an art object, in association with the movement of a replica, particularly in terms of cross-section information and orientation changes.
Innovation Solution
A display control system that changes the orientation of an object image on a display device in response to the orientation change of an operation device, includes a cross-section display and a marker detector to present specific information when markers are detected, and allows for displaying a cut plane when the operation device overlaps a virtual plane at a predetermined distance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a CG image of an object is presented on a display device in accordance with the movement of a replica, then the orientation of the object image can be changed to match the replica's movement, but detailed information (cross-section information, description, explanation) relating to the object cannot be presented to the viewer
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the object image into multiple views including front view, rear view, left view, right view, and cross-section views. This allows the system to present different detailed information about the object at different orientations, resolving the contradiction between orientation change capability and detailed information presentation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces cross-section views that cut through the object to reveal internal structures, adding a new dimensional perspective. This enables detailed information presentation (internal structure, cross-section) while maintaining the ability to change orientation to match replica movement.
2Loss of information
If cross-section information and detailed information are added to the display, then comprehensive information about the object can be presented, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The display control unit serves multiple functions: it controls the display of various object images (front, rear, left, right views), manages cross-section information, and coordinates with the replica's movement. This multi-functionality allows comprehensive information presentation without proportionally increasing system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates virtual copies of the object from multiple angles and cross-sections, storing them in memory. When the replica moves or when detailed information is needed, the appropriate pre-generated image copy is retrieved and displayed, avoiding the need for complex real-time computation while maintaining information completeness.
3Loss of information
If the display shows detailed cross-section views and multiple orientations, then comprehensive object information can be displayed, but the ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses feedback from the replica's movement (detected by position detection means) to automatically control which object image is displayed. When the replica moves to a specific position or orientation, the corresponding pre-prepared image is automatically retrieved and displayed, eliminating the need for complex user input while maintaining comprehensive information availability.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple object images from different orientations and cross-sections are pre-prepared and stored in memory before the user interacts with the system. When the replica is positioned at specific locations, the corresponding images are automatically retrieved, eliminating the need for users to manually navigate through complex menus or controls while ensuring comprehensive information is available.
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AI summary
A display control system according to the present disclosure includes a cross-section display which, when an operation device moves in a direction away from a display device and overlaps a virtual plane at a position separated from the display device by a predetermined distance, causes the display device to display the object image including a cut plane obtained by cutting the operation device at the virtual plane.