Stereoscopic Display Software Optimizes Interpupillary Distance

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing stereoscopic display systems cause visual fatigue and discomfort due to inadequate optimization for individual users, leading to excessive relief effects that compromise viewing comfort.

Innovation Solution

A display system incorporating optimization software that manages parameters such as interpupillary distance, ophthalmic correction, and image display settings to adapt the binocular viewing device, information content, and display source to the user's physiology, minimizing visual fatigue and enhancing ergonomics.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If the relief effect is overemphasized in stereoscopic display, then the 3D viewing effect is improved, but the user experiences visual fatigue and discomfort

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestereoscopic depth perceptionVSAvoidvisual fatigue
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by dynamically adjusting multiple viewing parameters including interpupillary distance, image display distance, convergence point, and relief effect strength. The system modifies these parameters based on user feedback and physiological data to optimize the balance between stereoscopic depth perception and viewing comfort, preventing visual fatigue while maintaining effective 3D visualization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements feedback mechanisms by monitoring user physiological responses (such as eye movement, focus adjustments, and comfort levels) and using this information to automatically adjust display parameters. This closed-loop feedback allows the system to adapt the relief effect and other parameters in real-time, ensuring optimal viewing conditions that prevent visual fatigue while maintaining stereoscopic effectiveness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Device complexity

If the display system uses fixed parameters, then the device complexity is reduced, but it cannot adapt to individual user physiology

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem configurationVSAvoiduser physiological adaptation
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by transforming fixed display parameters into dynamically adjustable variables. The system continuously adapts interpupillary distance, image display distance, convergence point, and other parameters based on individual user physiology and real-time viewing conditions. This dynamic approach enables personalized optimization without requiring complex manual configuration, as the system automatically adjusts to each user's unique characteristics.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system implements self-service by automatically detecting and adapting to user physiological parameters without requiring manual input or complex setup procedures. The display system monitors user responses and autonomously optimizes viewing parameters, eliminating the need for users to manually configure complex settings while still achieving personalized adaptation to individual physiology.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Ease of operation

If the viewing parameters are not optimized for the user, then the ease of operation is improved, but the user experiences discomfort during extended viewing

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem setupVSAvoidviewing duration
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDuration of action of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring the system with adjustable parameters that can be automatically optimized before viewing begins. The system performs initial calibration and parameter setup based on user physiology, establishing optimal viewing conditions in advance. This preliminary optimization ensures comfort during extended viewing sessions without requiring complex user setup procedures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses feedback mechanisms to monitor user comfort levels during viewing and automatically adjusts parameters to maintain optimal conditions for extended periods. By continuously monitoring physiological responses and making real-time adjustments, the system enables comfortable prolonged viewing without requiring users to manually intervene or reconfigure settings.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS8896675B2Display system for stereoscopic viewing implementing software for optimization of the system
Publication Date: 2014.11.25 ESSILOR INTERNATIONAL(COMPAGNIE GENERALE D OPTIQUE)
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AI summary

The present invention relates to a display system for stereoscopic viewing, the system comprising a binocular viewing device, information content, and a display source. The display system is remarkable in that it further comprises electronic components for implementing pieces of software for optimizing the binocular viewing device, the information content, and the display source, said pieces of optimization software together forming a loop for managing various parameters. The wearer of said device can thus view the information content via the binocular viewing device under conditions that are best adapted to the wearer's physiology.