3D PRINTER AND GESTURE BASED INTUITIVE HUMAN INTERFACES FOR DESIGN OF VEHICLES AND OTHER OBJECTS

摘要

The invention concerns new computer aided methods and apparatus for designing objects, particularly 3D objects, and especially those having a sculpted form such as found in automobiles, boats, planes, furniture and certain fashion apparel items. Preferred embodiments employ optical sensing, of the designers' hands, fingers, or styling implements, as well as other sensors such as gyros accelerometers and the like as desired. The invention utilizes a specialized form of 3-D printing which produces data incorporating intermediate models for use in the design process. The invention we feel can enable a much larger segment of the population to design 3D objects as well as encourage a high degree of collaboration via the internet or other means.

主权项

1. A method for creating an object data file comprising the steps of
Providing a computer Providing a 3D printer Providing a sensor interfaced to said computer for sensing a user controlled member Providing an initial object data file in said computer Using said initial data file, printing an intermediate 3D object using said printer Using said sensor and computer, sensing said user member indicating changes desired in said intermediate object representing the initial data file Using said sensed changes, modifying the initial data file in said computer; and Creating an object data file from said modified initial data file