Textile Machine Interface Retrieval for Faster Parameter Navigation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing graphical user interfaces for textile machines are complex and difficult to navigate, especially for users with little experience, due to the large number of interface elements required for setting and monitoring machine parameters, leading to time-consuming operations.
Innovation Solution
A method that provides a retrieval function allowing users to search and select specific interface elements by their designations, with features like frequency-based sorting and navigation buttons, enabling quick access to frequently used elements and intuitive operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a large number of interface elements are provided for setting machine parameters, then the functionality and completeness of the user interface is improved, but the navigation complexity and time required to find specific elements increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a retrieval function as an intermediary between the user and the interface elements. This retrieval function processes user queries and returns relevant interface elements, acting as a mediator that simplifies navigation while maintaining access to all functionality. The retrieval function includes a search field and evaluation logic that matches user input with interface element designations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a virtual representation or copy of the interface elements through the retrieval function. Instead of requiring users to navigate through the actual complex interface structure, the system generates a simplified list of interface element designations that can be searched and selected. This virtual copy allows users to access interface elements without dealing with the underlying complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If comprehensive machine parameter settings are made available, then the completeness of operation capabilities is improved, but the time required for users to locate and configure parameters increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-processing and indexing all interface element designations before user interaction. When a user enters a search query, the retrieval function can quickly evaluate and match against the pre-organized list of designations, rather than requiring users to manually search through the entire interface hierarchy. This preliminary organization of information significantly reduces search time.
Solution Approach 2:
The retrieval function implements feedback by displaying a list of matching interface element designations based on user input. The system evaluates the user's search query and provides feedback in the form of relevant interface element suggestions, allowing users to quickly identify and select the desired parameter without exhaustive searching. This feedback loop continues until the user finds the needed element.
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AI summary
A method for operating a textile machine, comprising:providing a retrieval function for a user interface, the user interface comprising a plurality of interface elements that are called up for outputting machine parameters and/or settings of the textile machine and/or for input by a user in order to operate the textile machine, wherein each of the interface elements is assigned a designation, wherein a retrieval of the designations is provided by the retrieval function on the basis of a retrieval specification in order to determine the designations that correspond to the retrieval specification, the retrieval specification being defined by the user,initiating an output of the designations via the at least one user interface for selection by the user; andproviding a navigation function for the at least one user interface, wherein the navigation function calls up the interface element to which the designation selected by the user is assigned.