Camera based interaction and instruction

{
  "publication_number": "US2012212630A1",
  "country": "US",
  "kind": "A1",
  "title": "Camera based interaction and instruction",
  "abstract": "Disclosed are methods and apparatus for instructing persons using computer based programs and/or remote instructors. One or more video cameras obtain images of the student or other participant. In addition images are analyzed by a computer to determine the locations or motions of one or more points on the student. This location data is fed to computer program which compares the motions to known desired movements, or alternatively provides such movement data to an instructor, typically located remotely, who can aid in analyzing student performance. The invention preferably is used with a substantially life-size display, such as a projection display can provide, in order to make the information displayed a realistic partner or instructor for the student. In addition, other applications are disclosed to sports training, dance, and remote dating.",
  "claims": [
    "1. Studio apparatus comprising: a substantially life-size display; at least one TV camera to view one or more persons in said studio standing in front of said display, said TV camera having an output; and a computer to analyze images of said TV camera to determine information concerning locations or movement of points on said persons and to generate imagery on said display using said information. 2. A studio according to claim 1, wherein said display is extensive in the horizontal direction. 3. A studio according to claim 1, further including input to said computer from remote data sources. 4. A studio according to claim 1, wherein said display is a projection display."
  ],
  "cpc": [
    "H04N 23/69",
    "G06F 3/017",
    "G06F 3/0386",
    "H04N 23/61",
    "H04N 23/611",
    "H04N 23/63",
    "H04N 5/222"
  ],
  "assignees": [
    "PRYOR TIMOTHY R"
  ],
  "filing_date": "2012-04-30",
  "publication_date": "2012-08-23",
  "priority_date": "1999-05-11",
  "application_number": "US-201213459670-A",
  "family_id": "36045596"
}