Interesting Patents
TUESDAY, November 2, 2021
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants hundreds of new patents every week, showcasing the most exciting developments in technology and innovation.
In this article, we highlight several interesting US patents recently issued by the USPTO.
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US Pat. No. 11,166,084
INVENTION OVERVIEW:
Controlling cameras for live events. The system is able to identify and prioritize objects in the viewfinder to assist camera operators in better capturing high-priority objects.
US Pat. No. 11,164,291
INVENTION OVERVIEW:
This invention accesses a database of reference images to compare to images captured on the user’s device. When the user captures an image it is analyzed to determine what depth the image was taken at and the shape of the fish being identified.
US Pat. No. 11,165,141
INVENTION OVERVIEW:
The claimed invention teaches a way to incorporate an antenna into a watch band. The antenna is protected from the environment by the watchband. Further, the antenna can flex, bend, and stretch so that it is not damaged while wearing it.
US Pat. No. 11,164,343
INVENTION OVERVIEW:
The user is able to input brushstrokes within a defined region of an image. Based on the bounded region and a user-selected brush, the computer will then synthesize how to adapt the brushstrokes into the computer rendered image.
US Pat. No. 11,161,250
INVENTION OVERVIEW:
This robot is able to identify a user and detect when the user is in contact with it. When the user is in contact with it, the robot can collect user information and guide them to a specific area. For example the robot may be able to guide a user throughout a hospital or help a customer locate an item in a store.
Written by John DeStefano, Technical Advisor
Explore how Disney’s new patent redefines scriptwriting for Virtual Reality (VR), revolutionizing the way content creators approach immersive storytelling. This patent introduces a seamless workflow framework, generating VR representations from scripts, and paving the way for new storytelling possibilities in the VR landscape.
Explore how Disney’s new patent redefines scriptwriting for Virtual Reality (VR), revolutionizing the way content creators approach immersive storytelling. This patent introduces a seamless workflow framework, generating VR representations from scripts, and paving the way for new storytelling possibilities in the VR landscape.
New patent application, titled “Fishing Storage Device,” was filed by Luc LeBlanc and assigned to WhyTangle LLC for a fishing system designed to prevent the entanglement of hooks used to catch fish.
Snap Inc. received a patent that could revolutionize the way we interact with our digital world. The patent, titled “Software Development Kit For Image Processing,” is like a magic wand for developers, opening up a world of possibilities in image processing and augmented reality.
Explore Sony’s patent application for a peripheral tracking system in virtual and augmented reality environments. This innovative technology takes immersion to new levels by ensuring seamless interaction, even when peripherals are not visible. Discover how Sony continues to revolutionize the VR and AR space with cutting-edge solutions, pushing the boundaries for more intuitive user experiences.
Explore Sony’s patent application for a peripheral tracking system in virtual and augmented reality environments. This innovative technology takes immersion to new levels by ensuring seamless interaction, even when peripherals are not visible. Discover how Sony continues to revolutionize the VR and AR space with cutting-edge solutions, pushing the boundaries for more intuitive user experiences.
