Tiled Display Panels with Dynamic Movement for 3D Viewing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional stereoscopic display devices often require viewers to be positioned within a specific range to effectively perceive three-dimensional images, and they lack the ability to adjust the depth of field and viewing angle dynamically to enhance the three-dimensional effect without adjusting the image itself.

Innovation Solution

A tiled display device with movement members and a processor that adjusts the position and depth of field of display panels based on viewer distance and detected objects, using a sensor to determine optimal viewing conditions and a lens array to refract images for improved three-dimensional perception.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a stereoscopic display device divides and displays several viewpoints using a fixed display panel, then the three-dimensional image can be perceived by viewers within a predetermined range, but the viewing experience deteriorates when viewers are positioned outside this range or when dynamic adjustment of depth of field and viewing angle is needed

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveviewing range adaptabilityVSAvoidmanual adjustment requirement
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The display panel is made dynamically adjustable through movement members (robot arms) that can change the position and orientation of the display panel in real-time. This allows the system to adapt to different viewer positions and preferences automatically, transforming a static display system into a dynamic one that maintains optimal three-dimensional viewing conditions regardless of viewer location

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

A sensor detects the viewer's position and provides feedback to the control system, which then automatically adjusts the display panel's position and orientation accordingly. This closed-loop feedback mechanism eliminates the need for manual adjustment while ensuring the viewer always experiences optimal three-dimensional imaging within their specific viewing range

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Adaptability or versatility

If the display panel position is fixed, then the device structure is simple, but the three-dimensional effect deteriorates when viewers need to view from different distances or angles

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveviewing angle flexibilityVSAvoidmovement mechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The display panel is made dynamically adjustable through movement members (robot arms) that can change the position and orientation of the display panel in real-time. This allows the system to adapt to different viewer positions and preferences automatically, transforming a static display system into a dynamic one that maintains optimal three-dimensional viewing conditions regardless of viewer location

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The movement members (robot arms) serve multiple functions: they adjust the display panel's position, control viewing angle, manage depth of field, and respond to sensor feedback. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate adjustment mechanisms for each parameter, thereby limiting the increase in overall device complexity while achieving comprehensive viewing adaptability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Adaptability or versatility

If the display panel is stationary, then manufacturing and installation are easier, but the depth of field and viewing angle cannot be dynamically adjusted to enhance three-dimensional perception

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedepth of field adjustabilityVSAvoidpanel assembly complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The display panel is made dynamically adjustable through movement members (robot arms) that can change the position and orientation of the display panel in real-time. This allows the system to adapt to different viewer positions and preferences automatically, transforming a static display system into a dynamic one that maintains optimal three-dimensional viewing conditions regardless of viewer location

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The movement members (robot arms) act as intermediary components between the fixed mounting structure and the display panel, providing the necessary adjustability for position, viewing angle, and depth of field without requiring complex integration into the display panel itself. This separates the adjustment functionality from the display panel assembly, simplifying manufacturing

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The tiled display device provides an enhanced three-dimensional effect to viewers by dynamically adjusting panel positions and depth of field, ensuring optimal image perception across varying distances and angles without manual adjustments.

Implementation Method 1

a lens array disposed on the display to refract the divided image

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectRefraction: Refraction

Data Source

PatentUS12177412B2Tiled display device including display panels and method of operating the same
Publication Date: 2024.12.24 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
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AI summary

A tiled display device includes tiled display panels arranged in a first direction and a second direction crossing the first direction. Each of the tiled display panels include a display unit outputting a portion of a divided image and a lens array disposed on the display unit to refract the divided image. The tiled display device further includes movement members, or adjusters, connected to respective ones of the tiled display panels, and a processor configured to control the movement members. The movement members independently move the tiled display panels in a third direction crossing the first and second directions, respectively.