Aerial Interface Module
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1.Aerial Interface Module
An Aerial-Interface-Module is a device that detects contactless gestures, such as taps and swipes, without physical contact with the equipment, enabling information input. The operating principle involves using an infrared distance sensor to detect the distance from objects, allowing the detection of fingertips and obtaining their position information, thus enabling various actions.
Fig.1.Aerial-Interface-Module
Recently, a combination of aerial display technology, which projects images in mid-air, and detection technology using distance sensors has been proposed. This proposal aims to create contactless touch screens or buttons that enable easy information input on displayed panels in mid-air, where there is no physical contact.
These devices not only demonstrate eye-catching appeal but also offer the following advantages:
・They allow for hygienic operation as there is no physical contact with objects.
・They can be operated even with dirty hands or while wearing gloves.
We propose these solutions for public spaces, shopping malls, amusement facilities, and in environments where hygiene is essential, such as healthcare facilities and food processing plants.
These devices not only demonstrate eye-catching appeal but also offer the following advantages:
・They allow for hygienic operation as there is no physical contact with objects.
・They can be operated even with dirty hands or while wearing gloves.
We propose these solutions for public spaces, shopping malls, amusement facilities, and in environments where hygiene is essential, such as healthcare facilities and food processing plants.
2.Cotactless Push Button with Hologram
Hologram Cotactless Push Button
System
Fig.2.Cotactless Push Button with Hologram
The advantages of aerial image using holographic technology are as follows.
・The wide field of view allows viewing from the sides.
・It is possible to generate sharp and bright airborne imagery in three dimensions.
・The imagery is recorded in film, so there is no need for visual equipment such as displays and controllers.
We are developing a contactless push button by combining holographic aerial image with an Aerial-Interface-Module, as shown in the figure 2. The advantages of this device include excellent visibility with displayed three-dimensional images, resulting in enhanced operability. Additionally, the device does not require a display for image presentation, allowing for cost-effectiveness. While the typical holographic method does not support image updates, we have ingeniously designed the optical system to generate reactions when the button is pressed.
・The wide field of view allows viewing from the sides.
・It is possible to generate sharp and bright airborne imagery in three dimensions.
・The imagery is recorded in film, so there is no need for visual equipment such as displays and controllers.
We are developing a contactless push button by combining holographic aerial image with an Aerial-Interface-Module, as shown in the figure 2. The advantages of this device include excellent visibility with displayed three-dimensional images, resulting in enhanced operability. Additionally, the device does not require a display for image presentation, allowing for cost-effectiveness. While the typical holographic method does not support image updates, we have ingeniously designed the optical system to generate reactions when the button is pressed.
3.Contactless touchscreen and push button with 2-plane orthogonal mirror
Fig.3.Aerial devices with 2-plane orthogonal mirror
The advantages of the 2-plane orthogonal mirror method for aerial image as follows.
・It is possible to easily project airborne imagery using a single plate.
・The use of a display at the source of the image allows for playing videos.
We are developing contactless touchscreens and push buttons, as shown in the figure 3, by combining this method with an Aerial-Interface-Module. The advantages of these devices include the ability to use a display at the source of the image, allowing for reactions during operation through color and video. Additionally, it is easy to modify the specifications of the touchscreen and the shapes of icons.
・It is possible to easily project airborne imagery using a single plate.
・The use of a display at the source of the image allows for playing videos.
We are developing contactless touchscreens and push buttons, as shown in the figure 3, by combining this method with an Aerial-Interface-Module. The advantages of these devices include the ability to use a display at the source of the image, allowing for reactions during operation through color and video. Additionally, it is easy to modify the specifications of the touchscreen and the shapes of icons.
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