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Mixed-reality teleconferencing across multiple locations

US11233973B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 23, 2020
Grant dateJan 25, 2022
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Expiry dateJul 23, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L41/5019
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Aspects of the invention include overlaying a graphical representation of a first user onto a real-world image of a first location, wherein the first user is physically located at a second location different than the first location. Detecting an interaction between the first user and a second user, wherein the second user is physically located at the first location. Determining a current position of the second user within the first location. Causing the graphical representation of the first user to face in a direction of the current position of the second user.

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