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System for virtual reality display

US9978181B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 25, 2016
Grant dateMay 22, 2018
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Expiry dateJul 13, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B2027/0187
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Systems and method for selectively applying blinders to remove high peripheral optical flow from three-dimensional imagery. When users experience visual cues corresponding to motion in virtual reality without corresponding non-visual clues (such as cues from the vestibular system), motion sickness can result. Peripheral optic flow is a particularly strong visual cue associated with motion. However, unconditionally removing peripheral imagery significantly reduces user immersion. Embodiments of the invention can selectively apply peripheral blinders to remove high peripheral optic flow and add non-visual motion cues (such as directional audio) corresponding to the virtual motion to reduce or eliminate the disconnect that can cause motion sickness.

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