18481235. TERMINAL APPARATUS simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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TERMINAL APPARATUS

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Wataru Kaku of Tokyo-to (JP)

TERMINAL APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18481235 titled 'TERMINAL APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The terminal apparatus described in the patent application is capable of displaying a 3D model representing another user based on a captured image and a supplementary image. The supplementary image includes an invisible portion of the captured image, which is then used to supplement the 3D model based on the captured image.

  • Communication interface, display, imager, and controller are key components of the terminal apparatus.
  • The controller receives information to display a 3D model of another user based on captured and supplementary images.
  • The invisible portion of the captured image is supplemented by a 3D model based on the supplementary image.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in virtual meetings, online gaming, virtual reality applications, and social networking platforms.

Problems Solved

This technology allows for a more realistic representation of users in virtual environments, enhancing the overall user experience and interaction.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved visual representation of users, increased engagement in virtual environments, and enhanced communication in online interactions.

Potential Commercial Applications

Potential commercial applications of this technology include virtual meeting platforms, online gaming services, virtual reality applications, and social media platforms.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be the use of augmented reality technology to enhance virtual representations of users in digital environments.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact user privacy in virtual environments?

This article does not address the potential privacy concerns that may arise from capturing and displaying 3D models of users based on images.

What are the technical requirements for implementing this technology on different types of terminal apparatus?

The article does not provide information on the specific technical requirements or compatibility of this technology with various terminal apparatus.


Original Abstract Submitted

A terminal apparatus includes a communication interface, a display, an imager configured to capture images of a user, and a controller configured to communicate using the communication interface. The controller is configured to receive information for displaying a 3D model representing another user, who uses another terminal apparatus, based on a captured image of the another user and a supplementary image that includes an invisible portion of the captured image, and control the display to display a 3D model in which the invisible portion in a 3D model based on the captured image is supplemented by a 3D model based on the supplementary image.