Projection Installation Range Mapping on Space Images
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing technologies lack effective methods for facilitating the installation of projection apparatuses by determining optimal installation ranges and projection ranges within a space, leading to inefficiencies in planning and execution.
Innovation Solution
An installation support apparatus and method that utilize a processor to calculate and superimpose installation and projection ranges on a space image, using a tablet terminal with a touch panel to guide the user on optimal installation positions and ranges, considering space structure, projection specifications, and user-defined non-installation areas.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual installation planning methods are used, then installation process is simple, but installation accuracy and efficiency are low
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual copy of the physical installation space using imaging technology. The processor generates an installation support image that replicates the spatial environment, allowing users to plan and visualize installation positions accurately before actual installation. This virtual copying enables precise installation planning without requiring complex physical measurement tools or procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical measurement and calculation methods with automated image processing and computational algorithms. The processor automatically calculates installation ranges and superimposes guidance information on the captured space image, eliminating the need for manual measuring tools, protractors, and complex geometric calculations by installers.
2Manufacturing precision
If complex calculation methods are used to determine installation range, then installation precision is improved, but operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service by automatically capturing the space image, calculating the installation range based on projection specifications, and generating the installation support image with superimposed guidance information. The processor autonomously completes all computational tasks without requiring users to manually input measurements or perform calculations, delivering precise installation guidance through a simple user interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The installation support image serves as an intermediary between the complex calculation process and the user. It visually represents the calculated installation range and projection area by superimposing guidance information on the captured space image, making the results of complex computations easily understandable and actionable for installers without exposing them to the underlying complexity.
3Ease of operation
If visual guidance tools are provided, then installation ease is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The imaging device serves multiple functions: it captures the physical space, the processor analyzes the captured image to calculate installation parameters, and the system generates visual guidance information all in one integrated process. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate measuring tools, calculation devices, and visualization systems, providing comprehensive installation support through a single apparatus while managing complexity through functional integration.
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AI summary
An installation support apparatus supports installation of a projection apparatus, and includes a processor, and the processor is configured to: based on an input of a projection range of the projection apparatus in a space in which projection is performed by the projection apparatus, calculate an installation range in which the projection apparatus is installable in the space; and output an installation support image obtained by superimposing an image showing the calculated installation range on an image showing the space.