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Conversion of cinema theatre to a super cinema theatre

US7595860B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 27, 2006
Grant dateSep 29, 2009
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Expiry dateJul 27, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B21/565
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods of and equipment for converting existing standard motion picture theatres to one having highly immersive, large fields of view are addressed. Aspects of the methods include moving motion picture screens closer to the audience and employing different projection equipment to avoid or minimize appearance of unrealistic or non-natural image artifacts. Alternative sound systems too are detailed, as is placement of various loudspeakers relative to, for example, projection screens or theatre walls.

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