Moving Show Structure Handoff With Real-Time Proximity Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Show-ride entertainment systems in amusement parks face challenges in transferring show structures between movable components without pre-programmed motion profiles, limiting spontaneity and immersion in guest experiences.
Innovation Solution
A show-ride system incorporating a positional detection system and manipulator to determine and adjust the positions, orientations, and velocity vectors of moveable components in real-time, enabling the transfer of show structures between ride vehicles and animated figures while both are in motion, using technologies like cameras, LiDAR sensors, and communication circuitry to ensure proximity and avoid collisions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If show structures are transferred between moveable components using pre-programmed motion profiles, then the transfer process is predictable and controllable, but spontaneity and immersion in guest experiences are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from static pre-programmed motion profiles to dynamic real-time motion adjustment. The positional detection system continuously monitors the locations and velocities of moveable components, and the controller dynamically adjusts motion parameters during operation to enable spontaneous transfers while maintaining control safety.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements real-time feedback through positional detection systems that continuously provide data on the positions and velocities of moveable components. This feedback loop enables the controller to make immediate adjustments to motion profiles, allowing spontaneous transfer opportunities while maintaining reliable control through continuous monitoring and adjustment.
2Adaptability or versatility
If show structures are transferred while moveable components are in motion, then guest interaction and immersion are enhanced, but the risk of collision and transfer failure increases
Solution Approach 1:
The manipulator serves as an intermediary mechanism between moveable components during transfer operations. It provides controlled contact and precise positioning of show structures, enabling safe transfers even when components are in motion by mediating the interaction and reducing direct collision risks.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary positioning and velocity matching before actual transfer occurs. The controller prepares the manipulator and adjusts component velocities in advance to ensure safe transfer conditions, reducing collision risk while enabling real-time transfers.
3Adaptability or versatility
If positional detection systems and real-time control are implemented, then spontaneous transfers between moving components are enabled, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The controller is designed as a multi-functional system that handles positional data processing, motion profile generation, real-time adjustments, and coordination of multiple moveable components. This universal controller reduces overall system complexity by consolidating multiple control functions into a single intelligent unit.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces complex mechanical synchronization mechanisms with electronic positional detection and software-based control. Instead of using mechanical linkages and physical synchronization devices, the patent uses sensors, processors, and algorithms to coordinate movements, reducing mechanical complexity while enabling more flexible spontaneous transfers.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables seamless and interactive experiences by allowing show structure transfers without interruptions, enhancing guest interaction and immersion by enabling real-time, spontaneous transfers between moving components.
Implementation Method 1
A show-ride system incorporating a positional detection system and manipulator to determine and adjust the positions, orientations, and velocity vectors of moveable components in real-time
Implementation Method 2
using technologies like cameras, LiDAR sensors, and communication circuitry to ensure proximity and avoid collisions
Data Source
AI summary
A show-ride system includes a first moveable component configured to couple with and support a show structure; a second moveable component configured to couple with and support the show structure; and a manipulator of the first moveable component, wherein the manipulator transfers the show structure from the first movable component to the second moveable component. The show-ride system also includes detection circuitry to determine an initial position of the first moveable component and an initial position of the second moveable component. The show-ride system also includes a positional controller configured to determine adjustments to the initial position of the first moveable component and/or the initial position of the second moveable component and provide instructions regarding the adjustments to the first moveable component and/or the second moveable component for a transfer of the show structure while the first moveable component, the second moveable component, or both are in motion.