Virtual Space Simulation for Display Parameter Adjustment

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Solution Overview

Problem

In large-scale image display systems, particularly in spaces under construction, it is challenging to properly adjust numerous parameters and environmental conditions without a real-space setup, leading to significant time, cost, and effort burdens.

Innovation Solution

A simulation device and method that utilize a virtual space to simulate image display, allowing for the setting of parameters and adjustment of conditions without physically placing a display device in the real space. The simulation device includes a storage unit for space, parameter, and image information, and a control circuit that generates and updates virtual space information to simulate the display of images by virtual display devices.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If a temporary space equivalent to the space under construction is prepared to determine proper display conditions, then the image display quality can be properly adjusted, but the time, cost, and effort burden increases significantly

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveimage display qualityVSAvoidsetup time

Core Design Contradiction:

Manufacturing precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a virtual copy of the real space including virtual display devices, virtual cameras, and virtual environments. This virtual model allows for simulation and adjustment of display conditions without requiring a physical temporary space, thereby maintaining image display quality while significantly reducing setup time and costs.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the mechanical/physical system of setting up temporary spaces and physical display devices with a computational simulation system. By using virtual reality technology and computer-generated environments, the system substitutes physical manipulation with digital simulation, eliminating the need for physical temporary spaces while achieving the same adjustment objectives.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Measurement precision

If display devices are placed in real space to determine proper conditions, then accurate parameter adjustment is possible, but the process becomes complex and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveparameter adjustment accuracyVSAvoidadjustment process complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates virtual replicas of display devices and measurement cameras in a simulated environment. These virtual copies allow for parameter adjustment and optimization without the complexity of handling physical devices, while maintaining measurement precision through accurate virtual modeling and simulation.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The patent performs parameter adjustment and optimization in advance through virtual simulation before actual deployment. By conducting all necessary adjustments in the virtual environment beforehand, the system eliminates the need for complex on-site adjustments, thereby reducing both time and process complexity while maintaining accuracy.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

3Manufacturing precision

If multiple parameters and environmental conditions are adjusted for large-scale display, then display quality improves, but the number of adjustments and complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedisplay qualityVSAvoidadjustment ease

Core Design Contradiction:

Manufacturing precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal virtual simulation platform that can handle multiple parameters and environmental conditions simultaneously. This integrated system allows users to adjust various display parameters, lighting conditions, and environmental factors within a single unified interface, thereby improving display quality while simplifying the adjustment process through consolidation of multiple functions.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent incorporates feedback mechanisms where the virtual simulation system automatically evaluates the impact of parameter adjustments on display quality. This feedback loop guides users through the adjustment process by showing real-time results, making it easier to optimize multiple parameters without increasing operational complexity, as the system provides directional guidance rather than requiring manual trial-and-error of each parameter.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS20250182394A1Simulation device, simulation method, and computer program

Publication Date: 2025.06.05 PANASONIC PROJECTOR & DISPLAY CORPORATION

AI summary

A simulation device comprising a storage device and a control circuit. The simulation device using a virtual space to simulate display of an image effected by a display device. The storage device storing: space information of a real space in which the display device is arranged; parameter information including parameter values to be set in the display device; and image information to be displayed by the display device. The control circuit generating virtual space information including a state where a virtual display device having virtual parameter values based on the parameter information set therein is arranged in a virtual space virtually created on the basis of the space information. The control circuit updating the virtual space information to a state where the image information is virtually displayed by the virtual display device.