Tile Pattern Software for Custom Layout and Kit Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing decorative tile patterns are fixed and not customizable, limiting size and design flexibility, preventing users from creating their own unique designs.
Innovation Solution
A server computing system provides a graphical user interface for designing custom tile patterns, allowing users to select shapes, colors, orientations, and patterns of tiles, and computes the required tiles and adhesive for purchase.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If decorative tile patterns are fixed on a backing mesh based on a predesigned pattern, then the tiles are easy to install and maintain structural integrity, but the customer cannot rearrange those tiles and the size is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the tile design process into two independent phases: (1) digital design phase where customers can freely arrange and customize tiles using software with various tools, and (2) physical assembly phase where pre-assembled tile kits are installed. This segmentation allows full customization in the digital phase while maintaining ease of installation in the physical phase through pre-assembled kits.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a digital copy of the tile design process through software that simulates tile arrangement, pattern generation, and design visualization. Customers can experiment with different configurations in the digital domain without affecting the physical tiles, enabling unlimited customization before committing to the actual installation.
2Ease of manufacture
If decorative tile patterns are fixed on a backing mesh based on a predesigned pattern, then the product structure is simple and manufacturing is easy, but the customer cannot rearrange those tiles
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces dynamic customization through software that allows customers to modify tile arrangements, patterns, and designs according to their preferences. The digital design tool dynamically generates customized tile patterns based on customer inputs, while the manufacturing process remains relatively simple by producing standard tile kits that match the digital design specifications.
3Device complexity
If the size of decorative tile pattern is limited, then the backing mesh and tile arrangement structure remain simple, but the design options are restricted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent adds a digital dimension to the tile design process, allowing customers to explore various size options and design configurations in the virtual space before physical production. The software handles complex size variations and design modifications digitally, while the physical tile kits maintain simple standardized structures that can be produced efficiently.
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AI summary
A server computing system configured to display a graphical user interface of a design studio at a client computing system. The graphic user interface has a design area and a user selection area. The design area has a plurality of grids, and the user selection area includes a plurality of selectable attributes of tile. The server computing system is also configured to generate and display a tile pattern design in the design area based on one or more user inputs at the client computing system.