Apparatus and method for automatically orienting a camera at a target
US10677887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 11, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 11, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N23/69
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Current indoor tracking methods are inadequate to accurately and reliably point a pointer or camera at an object or a person doing an activity. An apparatus and method are provided for cooperative tracking that is operable both indoors and outdoors. The system works using ranging technology without the need for placing radiation sources and/or sensors in set locations around the location where tracking takes place. The apparatus and method may be used for automatic filming, allowing free movement of both the subject of the filming and that of the camera with a compact design, and providing easy setup at any location.
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