View source for 18390084. FOCUS ADJUSTMENTS BASED ON ATTENTION simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)

=FOCUS ADJUSTMENTS BASED ON ATTENTION=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:Apple Inc.|Apple Inc.]]


[[Category:Apple Inc.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Arthur Y. Zhang of San Jose CA (US)|Arthur Y. Zhang of San Jose CA (US)]][[Category:Arthur Y. Zhang of San Jose CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Ray L. Chang of Saratoga CA (US)|Ray L. Chang of Saratoga CA (US)]][[Category:Ray L. Chang of Saratoga CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Yanli Zhang of Los Altos CA (US)|Yanli Zhang of Los Altos CA (US)]][[Category:Yanli Zhang of Los Altos CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Luke A. Pillans of San Diego CA (US)|Luke A. Pillans of San Diego CA (US)]][[Category:Luke A. Pillans of San Diego CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Ryan J. Dunn of Santa Cruz CA (US)|Ryan J. Dunn of Santa Cruz CA (US)]][[Category:Ryan J. Dunn of Santa Cruz CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Jeffrey N. Gleason of San Francisco CA (US)|Jeffrey N. Gleason of San Francisco CA (US)]][[Category:Jeffrey N. Gleason of San Francisco CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Christian Moore of Sunnyvale CA (US)|Christian Moore of Sunnyvale CA (US)]][[Category:Christian Moore of Sunnyvale CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Simon Fortin-deschenes of Santa Clara CA (US)|Simon Fortin-deschenes of Santa Clara CA (US)]][[Category:Simon Fortin-deschenes of Santa Clara CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Emmanuel Piuze-phaneuf of Los Gatos CA (US)|Emmanuel Piuze-phaneuf of Los Gatos CA (US)]][[Category:Emmanuel Piuze-phaneuf of Los Gatos CA (US)]]

==FOCUS ADJUSTMENTS BASED ON ATTENTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18390084 titled 'FOCUS ADJUSTMENTS BASED ON ATTENTION

'''Simplified Explanation:'''
The patent application describes devices, systems, and methods that adjust a camera's focus based on the distance associated with a user's attention.

'''Key Features and Innovation:'''
* Obtaining sensor data from one or more sensors in a physical environment.
* Determining gaze direction of at least one eye based on the sensor data.
* Calculating the distance associated with user attention based on gaze direction convergence.
* Adjusting the camera focus based on the distance of user attention.

'''Potential Applications:'''
This technology could be used in security systems, virtual reality applications, and interactive displays.

'''Problems Solved:'''
This technology addresses the challenge of accurately focusing a camera based on user attention in various environments.

'''Benefits:'''
* Enhanced user experience in virtual reality environments.
* Improved security monitoring with precise camera focus.
* Increased interactivity in displays and presentations.

'''Commercial Applications:'''
Potential commercial applications include security systems, virtual reality devices, and interactive advertising displays.

'''Prior Art:'''
Prior art related to this technology may include research on eye-tracking systems and camera focus adjustment based on user attention.

'''Frequently Updated Research:'''
Researchers are continually exploring advancements in eye-tracking technology and camera focus adjustment for various applications.

'''Questions about Eye-Tracking Technology:'''
1. How does eye-tracking technology improve user interaction in virtual reality environments?
Eye-tracking technology enhances user interaction in virtual reality by allowing for more intuitive control and immersive experiences.

2. What are the potential privacy concerns associated with eye-tracking technology?
Privacy concerns related to eye-tracking technology include data security, consent for data collection, and potential misuse of personal information.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

Various implementations disclosed herein include devices, systems, and methods that adjust a focus of a camera based on a distance associated with a determined user attention. For example, an example process may include obtaining sensor data from one or more sensors in a physical environment. The process may include determining at least one gaze direction of at least one eye based on the sensor data. The process may further include determining a distance associated with user attention based on a convergence determined based on an intersection of gaze directions of the at least one gaze direction, or a distance of an object in a 3D representation of the physical environment based on the at least one gaze direction. The process may further include adjusting a focus of a camera of the one or more sensors based on the distance associated with the user attention.



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