XR Storage Case with Integrated Camera and Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Extended reality (XR) devices, including augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), are prone to damage and battery-related issues when not in use, leading to frequent charging needs and potential contamination.
Innovation Solution
An XR system comprising an XR device and a storage case with integrated charging, camera, display, and communication modules, which provides a protective storage solution while enabling additional functionalities like user experience recording and analysis.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the XR device is stored in a separate storage case when not in use, then the device is protected from damage and contamination, but the device cannot be charged and additional functionality is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The storage case is designed to perform multiple functions: it stores the XR device, charges it via integrated power supply and wireless charging, captures images through a camera module, displays information on an integrated display, and provides communication capabilities. This multi-functional design resolves the contradiction by making the storage case not just a protective container but an active functional extension of the XR device.
2Ease of operation
If the XR device is kept in a bag or pocket when not in use, then portability is maintained, but the device is prone to scratching, contamination, and failure
Solution Approach 1:
The storage case provides protective cushioning for the XR device before it is exposed to harmful environments. The case structure physically protects the device from scratches and contamination, while the integrated charging capability ensures the device is charged beforehand, reducing the frequency of removal and exposure to damaging conditions.
3Duration of action of moving object
If the XR device is charged continuously due to battery limitations, then operational availability is maintained, but the device needs frequent removal from storage and exposure to environmental risks
Solution Approach 1:
The storage case enables preliminary charging action before the device is needed. The integrated power supply and wireless charging module charge the XR device in advance while it remains protected in the storage case, eliminating the need for frequent removal and recharging cycles that expose the device to environmental risks.
4Adaptability or versatility
If display and camera are mounted on the storage case, then functionality is extended, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system is segmented into two functional units: the XR device and the storage case with integrated display and camera. This segmentation allows the storage case to serve as an independent functional extension without complicating the internal structure of the XR device itself. The display and camera are implemented as separate modules in the storage case, providing additional functionality while maintaining clear functional boundaries.
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 XR system effectively extends the usage time of the device by providing a protective storage case with charging capabilities, reducing weight and enhancing functionality through integrated display and camera features, offering user assistance in various activities like cooking, sports, and fashion guidance.
Implementation Method 1
a second power supply unit chargeable with power provided from the first power supply unit of the storage case
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to an XR system and its control method, and more specifically, may be applied to 5G communication technology field, robot technology field, autonomous driving technology field and AI technology field. The XR system includes an XR device and a storage case that stores the XR device. The control method of the XR system includes recording and learning user experiences and providing a mate service to the user based on an image captured by a camera unit of the storage case and user information including the learned user experience.