Real-time 3D Model Customization with Interactive Texture and Geometry Changes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face difficulties in visualizing and interacting with customized 3D models of real objects, such as cars, due to limitations in existing systems that lack realistic visualization and user-controlled interaction, particularly in real-time customization and displaying interior views.
Innovation Solution
A method and system for generating and displaying 3D models that allow users to interactively customize mechanical, electronic, or pneumatic parts by adding, removing, replacing, scaling, or changing geometry and texture, with sound output, enabling realistic visualization and user-controlled interaction, including 360-degree rotation and real-time environment mapping.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If 2D graphics environment is used for product visualization, then device complexity is reduced, but realism of visualization and interactivity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a virtual copy of the physical product as a 3D model that can be interacted with. The 3D model replicates the product's appearance, structure, and even functional properties (like seat softness) in a digital environment, allowing users to explore customization options without physical constraints.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from 2D graphical representations to full 3D modeling, adding depth, volume, and spatial relationships. This dimensional upgrade enables users to view products from multiple angles, zoom into details, and interact with components in a way that is impossible in 2D, while the rendering engine manages the computational complexity.
2Ease of operation
If real-time 3D customization is implemented, then visualization realism and interactivity are improved, but processing time and computational resources increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system pre-processes and stores 3D models, textures, and material properties before user interaction. The 3D model is prepared in advance with all necessary geometric data, and material libraries are pre-loaded, allowing the system to respond to user customization requests instantly by assembling pre-computed elements rather than calculating everything in real-time.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex real-time physical rendering with optimized computational graphics techniques. Instead of simulating every physical interaction in real-time, the system uses pre-computed ray tracing, texture mapping, and material shaders that can be applied instantly to 3D models, significantly reducing processing requirements while maintaining visual realism.
3Adaptability or versatility
If comprehensive customization options are provided, then adaptability is improved, but system complexity and difficulty of operation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The customization system is divided into discrete components and parts. Each part of the product can be customized independently through separate interfaces, and materials are organized in modular libraries. This segmentation allows users to navigate complex customization options systematically without being overwhelmed by the entire system at once.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses a universal 3D modeling framework that can handle multiple product types and customization options through a single interface. The same underlying technology supports various products (vehicles, furniture, electronics) and multiple customization modes (visual, functional, dimensional), reducing overall system complexity despite offering broad adaptability.
4Measurement precision
If interior view and detailed interaction are enabled, then measurement precision and detection capability are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates detailed 3D copies of interior spaces and components with accurate geometric representation. These digital twins include precise measurements, material properties, and spatial relationships, allowing users to measure distances, volumes, and dimensions with high precision without requiring physical measurement tools or complex sensor arrays.
Solution Approach 2:
The 3D model serves as an intermediary between the physical product and the user's measurement needs. Instead of requiring direct physical access or complex sensing systems, the digital model mediates by providing virtual measurement capabilities through standard display devices, simplifying the overall system while maintaining precision.
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AI summary
A computer implemented method for visualization of a 3D model of an object, wherein the method includes:generating and displaying a first view of the 3D-model;receiving an user input, the user input are one or more interaction commands comprises interactions for customization of 3D model by at least one of adding, removing, replacing, scaling, or changing geometry, or combination thereof, of mechanical, electronic, digital, or pneumatic part/s of the 3D model by changing texture and/or graphics data of the partidentifying one or more interaction commands;in response to the identified command/s, rendering of corresponding interaction to 3D model of object with or without sound output using texture data, computer graphics data and selectively using sound data of the 3D-model of object; anddisplaying the corresponding interaction to 3D-model.