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Recognizing user intent in motion capture system

US9195305B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 8, 2012
Grant dateNov 24, 2015
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Expiry dateDec 15, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/017
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Techniques for facilitating interaction with an application in a motion capture system allow a person to easily begin interacting without manual setup. A depth camera system tracks a person in physical space and determines a probabilistic measure of the person's intent to engage of disengage with the application based on location, stance and movement. Absolute location in a field of view of the depth camera, and location relative to another person, can be evaluated. Stance can include facing a depth camera, indicating a willingness to interact. Movements can include moving toward or away from a central area in the physical space, walking through the field of view, and movements which occur while standing generally in one location, such as moving one's arms around, gesturing, or shifting weight from one foot to another.

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