TEMPLATE-BASED REPORT GENERATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INCORPORATING ACTIVE 3D ACTIVE OBJECTS

摘要

A method and system for generating a high-level language (i.e., PDF) report with embedded 3D objects. The report is prepared by using an XML template where selected 3D objects are imported into the template and enabled to be activated and manipulated by persons viewing the report, without the need to utilize vendor-specific 3D software. The XML template supports various types of 3D models from various data sources, such as engineering CAD models, medical volumetric data, etc. A specific XML fragment in the template is configured to allow for a 3D object (created using any type of software system) to be imported in “active” form to the document being created. Once the actual PDF report is generated, it may be distributed to various recipients who are then able to manipulate the 3D object(s).

主权项

1. A report generation system that generates a high-level language report document including active three-dimensional (3D) objects, the report generation system responsive to an input template defining a plurality of elements to be included in a generated report, at least one element defining a set of steps that import a selected 3D object into the generated report, and a database of available 3D source documents, the report generation comprising:
an application processor that translates the input template into an extensible mark-up language (XML) format template; an edit engine in communication with the application processor, the edit engine utilized by an individual to activate the report generation system and supply input data to populate the XML template, including identifying at least one source file including a 3D object; and a report generator, responsive to the edited XML template created by the user, that identifies and imports the at least one source file including a 3D object and merging said at least one source file into the created XML template, generating as an output a high-level language report including active 3D objects.