Unknown destination in the metaverse

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Inventor(s)

Wesley John Boudville of Los Angeles CA (US)

Unknown destination in the metaverse - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240028652 titled 'Unknown destination in the metaverse

Simplified Explanation

The abstract of the patent application describes a solution to address uncertainty and potential harm in the metaverse. It suggests implementing safety measures before clicking on a link to a new site, such as requesting recent images of the destination and arranging for a spider or guardian avatar to meet the user upon arrival. It also mentions the ability to carry virtual items and avatars across different sites.

The patent application proposes implementing safety measures in the metaverse to protect users from potential harm.
Users can request recent images of a destination before clicking on a link to assess its safety.
A spider or guardian avatar can be arranged to meet the user at the destination to ensure their safety.
Virtual items and avatars can be carried across different sites in the metaverse.

Potential Applications:

Online gaming platforms could use this technology to enhance user safety and prevent encounters with harmful content or individuals.
Social networking platforms in the metaverse could implement these safety measures to protect users from potential harm.
Virtual reality experiences and simulations could benefit from these safety measures to ensure a secure and immersive environment.

Problems Solved:

Uncertainty and potential harm in the metaverse can be addressed by implementing safety measures before clicking on links.
The immersive nature of the metaverse can increase trauma if users encounter harmful content or individuals, which can be mitigated through safety measures.

Benefits:

Users can feel more secure and confident while exploring the metaverse, knowing that safety measures are in place.
The ability to carry virtual items and avatars across different sites enhances the continuity and personalization of the user's experience.
Implementing safety measures can help build trust and attract more users to the metaverse platforms.

Original Abstract Submitted

we address uncertainty about a metaverse link. if a user clicks and goes to a bad site, where a sex predator might accost her, the immersive nature of the metaverse can increase trauma to her. now, before clicking, she asks a search engine to show recent images of the destination. she asks that a spider at the destination meet her when she jumps to it. or a guardian avatar made by the server can do this. virtual items can be carried across sites. an avatar can carry another avatar to a site.