System and method for integrating real props into virtual reality amusement attractions
US11132839B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B2027/0169
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for allowing riders of virtual reality rides to enjoy and interact with real world props in a virtual reality environment while at an amusement park ride. The system stores and displays to the rider virtual representations of the tagged items they've brought along for the amusement park ride. Smart merchandise utilizes RFID tags along with a database of virtual characteristics to enable the virtual world representation of real world items.
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