Wearable Barcode Scanner With In-Line Display for Hands-Free Work
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing barcode and QR code scanners require manual operation, limiting users' ability to perform other tasks and reducing efficiency in fast-paced environments due to the need for physical handling and lack of ergonomic features.
Innovation Solution
A digital scanning device designed for hands-free operation, featuring an optical scanner, display, and control interface, which can be worn by the user, allowing both hands to remain free for other tasks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual operation of barcode and QR code scanners is used, then the device can be operated with simple design, but the user's ability to perform other tasks is limited and efficiency is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the optical scanner, display, control interface, and attachment means into a single integrated wearable device. This merging of components enables hands-free operation while maintaining a compact form factor that does not excessively increase device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The wearable digital scanning device serves multiple functions: scanning machine-readable codes, displaying scanned data, providing control interfaces, and attaching to the user's body. This multi-functionality achieves hands-free operation capability without requiring separate devices for each function
2Productivity
If physical handling of the scanner is required, then the device design can be simplified, but the user must dedicate one hand to holding the scanner which limits ability to perform other tasks
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical hand-held operation system with a wearable attachment system that uses body mounting (neck, wrist, or other body parts) to hold the device. This substitution eliminates the need for manual hand handling while maintaining device stability, thereby improving operational efficiency
3Loss of time
If the scanner requires frequent attention shifting between scanning task and computer screen, then the system can use separate components, but the process becomes cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the display directly into the scanning device, merging the data presentation function with the scanning function. This allows users to view scanned data immediately on the device display without shifting attention to a separate computer screen, reducing time loss while the integrated design keeps complexity manageable
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
Enhances operational efficiency by enabling seamless scanning and data viewing without external monitors, reducing physical strain, and improving workflow accuracy and productivity in dynamic settings.
Implementation Method 1
The optical scanner can read the machine-readable code
Data Source
AI summary
A digital scanning device for scanning a machine-readable code by a user is disclosed. The digital scanning device can include an optical scanner for reading the machine-readable code, a display for showing data related to the machine-readable, a control for user operation, a receiving means, and an attachment means for coupling the digital scanning device to the user. The display can be positioned between a line of sight of the user and the machine-readable code, allowing the user to see both the code and related data easily. The receiving means and attachment means can enable the digital scanning device to be worn, allowing hands-free operation. The arrangement of these features can improve efficiency and make scanning tasks easier.