18395417. LINE-OF-SIGHT DETECTION DEVICE AND HEAD MOUNTED DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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LINE-OF-SIGHT DETECTION DEVICE AND HEAD MOUNTED DISPLAY DEVICE
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LINE-OF-SIGHT DETECTION DEVICE AND HEAD MOUNTED DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18395417 titled 'LINE-OF-SIGHT DETECTION DEVICE AND HEAD MOUNTED DISPLAY DEVICE
The line-of-sight detection device described in the patent application includes a display element, an optical system, a light source, and an image sensor.
- The optical system guides light from the display element to the user and captures light reflected by the user's eye.
- The lens in the optical system has a first surface emitting light to the image sensor and a second surface for light from the source.
- The lens is positioned facing both the image sensor and the light source, with minimal optical aberration on the first surface.
Potential Applications: - Eye tracking technology for user interfaces - Virtual reality and augmented reality systems - Biometric security systems - Medical devices for eye examinations - Automotive safety systems
Problems Solved: - Accurate detection of user's line of sight - Efficient light guidance and capture - Minimization of optical aberrations - Enhanced user experience in various applications
Benefits: - Improved accuracy in eye tracking - Enhanced user interaction in virtual environments - Increased security in biometric systems - Better diagnostic capabilities in medical devices - Enhanced safety features in automotive systems
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Eye Tracking Technology for Enhanced User Experiences This technology can be utilized in various industries such as gaming, healthcare, security, automotive, and more to enhance user experiences, improve safety, and increase efficiency in operations.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to eye tracking technology, optical systems, and image sensors in the fields of human-computer interaction, virtual reality, and biometric security systems.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly working on improving eye tracking technology, optical systems, and image sensor capabilities to enhance user experiences and increase the accuracy of line-of-sight detection.
Questions about Line-of-Sight Detection Technology: 1. How does this technology improve user interaction in virtual reality environments? - This technology enhances user experiences by accurately tracking the user's line of sight, allowing for more immersive and intuitive interactions in virtual environments.
2. What are the potential security applications of this technology? - This technology can be used in biometric security systems to enhance authentication processes and improve security measures in various industries.
Original Abstract Submitted
A line-of-sight detection device according to the present invention includes: a display element; an optical system configured to guide light from the display element to a user; a light source; an image sensor configured to capture light from the light source reflected by an eye of the user, through at least a part of the optical system, wherein the optical system includes a lens that has a first surface from which light from the user side is emitted to a light-receiving surface of the image sensor, and a second surface through which light from the light source enters, the lens is disposed at a position facing the image sensor and the light source, and optical aberration of the first surface is smaller than optical aberration of the second surface.
