Toy device responsive to visual input
US6733360B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 2, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 11, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63H30/04
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The system includes a digital camera or similar CCD or CMOS device which transmits image data to a computing device. Changes such as motion, light or color are detected in various sectors or regions of the image. These changes are evaluated by software which generates output to an audio speaker and/or to an infra-red, radio frequency, or similar transmitter. The transmitter forms a link to a microprocessor based platform which includes remote microprocessor software. Additionally, the platform include mechanical connections upon which a robot can be built and into which the digital camera can be incorporated.
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