Rendering of real world objects and interactions into a virtual universe
US8386918B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/011
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems are disclosed herein that can capture image data reflecting real world objects and/or actions and convert this data into a format that, is usable in a virtual universe (VU). Thus, image data representing real world/actual objects and actions can be acquired, converted into virtual universe compatible data, sent to a VU server where the actions and objects can be associated with a virtual area or an avatar, and a recreation of the objects and actions can be displayed to a user in the VU. This allows a participant to customize activities and objects in the VU, and provide a unique “personality” for their avatar and their VU. Other embodiments are also disclosed.
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