System and method for navigating operating in a virtual environment
US7667700B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 10, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/04842
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a system, method and computer program product for navigating within a virtual environment (VE). More specifically, the present invention relates to navigating large distances in a VE, without becoming disoriented and without becoming cybersick due to exposure to excessive amounts of optical flow. In one embodiment, the present invention combines jumping and flying to allow for quick navigation of large distances, while preserving a sense of orientation and limiting optical flow.
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