DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE AND DISPLAY CONTROL METHOD

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DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE AND DISPLAY CONTROL METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240314288 titled 'DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE AND DISPLAY CONTROL METHOD

The patent application describes a display control device that acquires VR video captured by an imaging device and processes the live view image of the VR video to reduce the probability of generating a specific symptom for the user viewing the image. The device also controls the degree of processing based on whether the user is an operator of the imaging device and controls the display to show the image after processing.

Acquiring unit captures VR video from an imaging device
Processing unit reduces symptoms for users viewing live view image
Control unit adjusts processing based on user status as operator
Display control unit shows image after processing

Potential Applications

The technology can be used in virtual reality systems, medical imaging, and surveillance systems to enhance user experience and reduce discomfort.

Problems Solved

The device addresses issues related to motion sickness and discomfort that users may experience when viewing VR content.

Benefits

Users can enjoy VR content with reduced symptoms, operators can control the processing based on user status, and overall user experience is improved.

Commercial Applications

The technology can be applied in VR gaming, medical imaging devices, and security systems to provide a more comfortable and enjoyable viewing experience for users.

Prior Art

Prior research in the field of VR technology and image processing may provide insights into similar approaches to reducing user discomfort in virtual environments.

Frequently Updated Research

Ongoing research in VR technology and user experience design may lead to further advancements in reducing symptoms for users in virtual environments.

Questions about Display Control Device

How does the device determine the level of processing needed for reducing symptoms?

The device uses sensors to detect user movement and adjusts the processing based on whether the user is an operator of the imaging device.

What are the potential long-term effects of using this technology on user experience in VR environments?

The technology aims to improve user comfort and reduce symptoms, leading to a more positive and enjoyable VR experience in the long term.

Original Abstract Submitted

a display control device includes an acquiring unit, a processing unit, a control unit, and a display control unit. the acquiring unit acquires a vr video captured by an imaging device. the processing unit performs, on a live view image of the vr video, reducing processing to reduce probability of generating a specific symptom to a user viewing the live view image. the control unit controls a degree of the reducing processing on the live view image based on whether or not the user is an operator of the imaging device, in a case where movement of the imaging device is detected. the display control unit controls a display to display an image obtained after the reducing processing is performed on the live view image, in a case where the reducing processing is performed on the live view image.