18591702. Online Modeling for Real-Time Facial Animation simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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Online Modeling for Real-Time Facial Animation
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SOFIEN Bouaziz of LAUSANNE (CH)
Online Modeling for Real-Time Facial Animation - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18591702 titled 'Online Modeling for Real-Time Facial Animation
The abstract describes a method for real-time facial animation using a dynamic expression model and tracking data of a user's facial expression.
- Dynamic expression model utilized for real-time facial animation
- Tracking data received to estimate tracking parameters
- Refinement of dynamic expression model based on tracking data and estimated parameters
- Generation of graphical representation of user's facial expression
- System for real-time facial animation
Potential Applications: - Virtual reality applications - Video game development - Animated films and television shows - Virtual meetings and conferences - Facial recognition technology
Problems Solved: - Real-time facial animation accuracy - Enhanced user experience in virtual environments - Improved facial expression tracking - Seamless integration of facial animations in various applications
Benefits: - Immersive virtual experiences - Enhanced visual communication - Realistic facial animations - Efficient facial expression tracking - Enhanced user engagement
Commercial Applications: Title: Real-Time Facial Animation Technology for Virtual Environments Description: This technology can be used in virtual reality applications, video game development, animated films, virtual meetings, and facial recognition systems. It has the potential to revolutionize the way facial animations are created and integrated into various platforms, enhancing user experiences and visual communication.
Questions about Real-Time Facial Animation Technology: 1. How does real-time facial animation technology improve user engagement in virtual environments? - Real-time facial animation technology enhances user engagement by providing realistic facial expressions in virtual environments, creating immersive experiences that users can relate to and interact with on a deeper level.
2. What are the key features of the dynamic expression model used in real-time facial animation? - The dynamic expression model is a crucial component of real-time facial animation technology, as it allows for the accurate tracking and representation of a user's facial expressions in virtual environments.
Original Abstract Submitted
Embodiments relate to a method for real-time facial animation, and a processing device for real-time facial animation. The method includes providing a dynamic expression model, receiving tracking data corresponding to a facial expression of a user, estimating tracking parameters based on the dynamic expression model and the tracking data, and refining the dynamic expression model based on the tracking data and estimated tracking parameters. The method may further include generating a graphical representation corresponding to the facial expression of the user based on the tracking parameters. Embodiments pertain to a real-time facial animation system.
