Automated systems and methods for integrated multi-platform communication including real-time language translation
US9195652B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 8, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 28, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F40/58
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed are systems and methods for performing real-time language translations. These methods include integration of a plurality of modes of communication that can be implemented by both the sender and recipient of the message. Disclosed embodiments translate an incoming message, for example using a plurality of web-based translators. The system selects the preferred translation and transmits at least the preferred translation to the recipient via the recipient's preferred mode of communication. Disclosed embodiments allow the message recipient to change language selections on-the-fly. Disclosed embodiments enable the recipient to view the alternate translations from the plurality of web-based translators and select a translation of choice. The system uses this crowd sourcing information as feedback to improve the method.
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