VR AR Headset Housing with Dual Display Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current electronic devices with display apparatuses for augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) often suffer from pixel granularity issues, which diminish the sense of immersion and realism due to the proximity of the display to the user, and there is a need for a multifunctional, lightweight, and power-efficient solution that can switch between VR and AR modes.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device with a novel structure incorporating a first and second display apparatus, a lens, a screen, and a housing that can transform to block or allow a field of view, along with a communication unit for wired or wireless communication, enabling high-resolution displays and intuitive operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a display apparatus is placed close to the user for VR/AR applications, then the sense of immersion and realism is enhanced, but pixel granularity becomes noticeable and diminishes the sense of immersion
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the display function into two separate display apparatuses: a first display apparatus for VR mode and a second display apparatus for AR mode. This segmentation allows each display to be optimized for its specific function, with the AR display capable of projecting images at a distance to avoid pixel granularity issues while maintaining immersion.
Solution Approach 2:
The housing is designed with a movable portion that can switch between a first position for blocking the field of view (VR mode) and a second position for allowing the field of view (AR mode). This dynamic structure enables the system to adapt between different display modes, switching the active display apparatus based on the required functionality.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a single display apparatus is used for both VR and AR modes, then device simplicity is maintained, but functional versatility is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal display system that can function in both VR and AR modes through the coordinated operation of two display apparatuses and a movable housing portion. The system uses a lens and screen configuration that allows the same physical device to serve multiple purposes: the first display apparatus provides VR immersion when the housing blocks the field of view, while the second display apparatus provides AR functionality when the housing allows field of view.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a housing structure is added to enable mode switching between VR and AR, then functional versatility is improved, but device weight increases
Solution Approach 1:
The movable portion of the housing is designed as a thin, flexible structure that can pivot between positions without adding significant weight. This thin-film approach allows the housing to switch between blocking and allowing field of view while maintaining minimal weight penalty, making the added functionality worthwhile.
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 solution provides a multifunctional, high-visibility, low-power consumption, and lightweight electronic device capable of switching between VR and AR modes, reducing pixel granularity issues and enhancing user experience with improved immersion and realism.
Implementation Method 1
providing a first image displayed on the first display apparatus through the lens and the screen in the first mode
Implementation Method 2
providing a second image projected to the screen from the second display apparatus in the second mode
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AI summary
A multifunctional display apparatus or electronic device is provided. An electronic device that can switch between VR display and AR display is provided. The electronic device includes a first display apparatus, a second display apparatus, a lens, a screen, a wearing tool, and a housing. The wearing tool has a function of fixing the housing to a head. The housing has a function of being transformed into a first mode that closes to block view and a second mode that opens to allow a front side to be viewed. The electronic device has a function of providing a first image displayed on the first display apparatus through the lens and the screen in the first mode, and a function of providing a second image projected to the screen from the second display apparatus in the second mode.