Simplified 3D Workpiece Models for Secure Production Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for providing workpiece representations at production stations, such as large-format paper drawings and electronic screens, are impractical, unclear, and insecure, especially for complex workpieces and multi-operator environments, requiring in-depth IT knowledge and lacking adequate data security.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that generate a simplified workpiece model dataset, stored alongside the original CAD dataset, allowing authorized personnel to access and display a 3D model using a code-readable end device, which automatically retrieves and displays the simplified model without requiring extensive IT knowledge, while ensuring data security through authentication and authorization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If large-format paper drawings are used to display workpiece representations, then clarity and visibility of complex workpieces is improved, but handling impracticality and security risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces physical paper drawings with electronic copies displayed on standard-sized screens. The electronic representation maintains all visual information of the original large-format drawings while eliminating handling difficulties and security risks associated with physical documents.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent substitutes the mechanical handling of large paper drawings with an electronic display system. Operators interact with workpiece representations through standard electronic devices, replacing the need to physically manage large-format printed materials.
2Illumination intensity
If large-format screens are used to display electronic workpiece representations, then visibility and clarity are improved, but device complexity and data transmission requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts only the essential visual representation data from complete CAD models, storing and transmitting simplified geometric information suitable for display on standard screens. This reduces data transmission requirements and system complexity while maintaining visibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transforms complex CAD model data into simplified representation formats with reduced data parameters. By changing the data structure from detailed engineering models to display-optimized representations, the system achieves efficient transmission and display on standard equipment.
3Ease of operation
If simplified workpiece models are displayed on standard screens, then ease of operation and accessibility are improved, but visualization clarity of complex spatial features may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic visualization capabilities that allow operators to rotate, zoom, and interact with 3D workpiece models on standard screens. This dynamic presentation compensates for the smaller display area by providing multiple viewing angles and detailed inspections through user interaction.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from 2D plan drawings to interactive 3D model representations on standard screens. By utilizing three-dimensional visualization, the system provides comprehensive spatial information that compensates for the reduced screen size, allowing operators to examine complex features from any angle.
4Loss of information
If full CAD datasets are transmitted to production stations, then complete workpiece information is provided, but data transmission time and processing load increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and transmits only the specific representation data needed for production display, separating essential visual information from complete CAD model data. This selective transmission provides sufficient information for operators while dramatically reducing data transfer time and processing requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transmits a partial dataset that contains exactly the information needed for workpiece representation without including all detailed CAD data. This partial transmission approach provides adequate information for production purposes while minimizing data transmission time and system processing load.
Data Source
AI summary
A method and an apparatus provides a workpiece representation at a production station. A database is used to store a data record for providing an original model of the workpiece. A display unit at the production station displays the workpiece representation using stored model data. A first data record represents an original model of the workpiece, and stored in a database, a second data record, which is simplified in comparison with said first data record and for representing a simplified model of the workpiece, is generated and is stored A code is provided at the production station, and the terminal can use the code to retrieve the second data record and can use said second data record to display the simplified workpiece model. For outsiders, the transmitted code is unusable without a suitably configured terminal and/or without a suitable user identifier. The terminal can be, for example, a mobile screen device or smartglasses.