Overlaying Path Side Optical Data on Map Segments
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional map applications require users to switch between image bubbles to view different perspectives of a scene, such as the side of a street, which can be inefficient due to loading and panning operations, limiting the seamless navigation experience.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for generating maps that include path side data by projecting optical data onto a two-dimensional plane, correlating it with panoramic image bubbles, and rotating the data to overlay it on the map, allowing for seamless side imagery display without the need to switch between image bubbles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If users switch between image bubbles to view different perspectives, then complete scene coverage is achieved, but navigation efficiency deteriorates due to loading and panning operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple image bubbles into a single continuous panoramic image that displays multiple perspectives simultaneously. Instead of requiring users to switch between separate image bubbles, the system merges them into one unified view showing left, center, and right perspectives along the path, eliminating the need for repeated loading and panning operations while maintaining complete scene coverage
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a temporal dimension (switching between images over time) to a spatial dimension (displaying multiple perspectives simultaneously in space). By arranging multiple perspectives side-by-side in a panoramic format, users can view different scenes at the same time rather than sequentially, fundamentally changing how navigation information is presented and accessed
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple image bubbles are used to show different perspectives, then viewing completeness is improved, but system complexity increases due to multiple loading operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple image bubbles into a single panoramic image structure, reducing system complexity by eliminating the need to manage multiple separate image loading operations. The unified panoramic format allows the system to display complete scene information through one cohesive image rather than coordinating multiple discrete image bubbles
Solution Approach 2:
The panoramic image serves multiple functions simultaneously: it displays multiple perspectives, provides continuous navigation context, and eliminates the need for separate loading operations for each perspective. This multi-functional approach reduces system complexity while maintaining viewing completeness
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AI summary
One or more systems, devices, and/or methods for generating a map including path side data include storing path side data referenced to three-dimensional geographic coordinates. The path side data may be optical data or optical data modified based on one or more panoramic images. The path side data is combined with map data received from a map database. The map data includes nodes and segments. A processor rotates the path side data based on one of the segments. The rotation may be about the segment or about a featured identified in the optical data. The path side data overlaid on the map data is outputted to a display, a file, or another device.