Mixed-reality teleconferencing across multiple locations
US11233973B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2040 |
Classification
- 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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