18503235. INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

KUNIHIRO Shirai of Kanagawa (JP)

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18503235 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an information processing apparatus that can display a person image acquired from a remote location on a display positioned in a real space where a user is present.

  • The apparatus includes at least one memory and at least one processor.
  • The acquisition unit acquires a person image captured at a remote location.
  • The control unit displays the person image on a display at the position of an imaging device in the real space.
  • The imaging device captures an image of the user and transmits it to the remote location.

Potential Applications

This technology could be used in virtual meetings, teleconferencing, virtual reality applications, and remote surveillance systems.

Problems Solved

This technology allows for the display of a person image in a real space, creating a more immersive and interactive experience for users.

Benefits

The technology enables real-time communication and interaction with individuals in remote locations, enhancing collaboration and communication.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Enhancing Remote Communication and Collaboration with Real-time Display Technology"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to virtual reality systems, teleconferencing technologies, and remote surveillance systems that incorporate similar features.

Unanswered Questions

How does the apparatus ensure the security and privacy of the user's image data?

The patent application does not provide details on the security measures in place to protect the user's image data from unauthorized access or misuse.

What are the potential limitations or constraints of displaying a person image in a real space using this technology?

The patent application does not discuss any potential limitations or constraints that may arise when implementing this technology in different environments or scenarios.


Original Abstract Submitted

An information processing apparatus includes at least one memory and at least one processor that function as an acquisition unit configured to acquire a person image that is an image acquired by capturing a person at a remote location, and a control unit configured to control a display to display the person image at a position of an imaging device in a real space where a user is present, the imaging device transmitting an image acquired by capturing the user to the remote location.