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Real-time video image analysis for providing virtual interior design

US8668498B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 1, 2012
Grant dateMar 11, 2014
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Expiry dateApr 22, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG09B25/04
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

System, method, and computer program product are provided for using real-time video analysis, such as augmented reality, to assist a user of a mobile device with interior design. Through the use of real-time object recognition features, logos, artwork, products, locations, etc. can be recognized in a real-time video stream and can subsequently be matched with data associated with such to assist the user with selecting the proper design elements for a space, such as a kitchen. The proper design elements may be based off of several factors regarding the design space, include the dimensions of the space, the location of windows, doors and outlets, geographic and positional data, other space features, current design elements, architectural features, décor, and style data of the space, etc. This invention provides a virtual area with design elements, such that a user may view the area and determine the proper décor for the area.

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