Object tracking animated figure systems and methods

Abstract

An animation system includes an animated figure, multiple sensors, and an animation controller that includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores instructions executable by the processor. The instructions cause the animation controller to receive guest detection data from the multiple sensors, receive shiny object detection data from the multiple sensors, determine an animation sequence of the animated figure based on the guest detection data and shiny object detection data, and transmit a control signal indicative of the animation sequence to cause the animated figure to execute the animation sequence. The guest detection data is indicative of a presence of a guest near the animated figure. The animation sequence is responsive to a shiny object detected on or near the guest based on the guest detection data and the shiny object detection data.

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[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 779,373, entitled "System and Method for Animated Figures for Object Tracking," and filed December 13, 2018, the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference for all purposes incorporated into this article. Background technique [0003] The present disclosure relates generally to the field of amusement parks. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to systems and methods utilized to trigger animated avatar actions to provide an amusement park experience. [0004] Amusement parks and other entertainment venues, among many other attractions, contain video displays that can provide supplemental content and / or enhance the immersive experience for park patrons. For example, such displays may include content delivered by animated characters and / or live action characters and related to the ride or environment. While such pr...

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While such pre-recorded content can be scripted to appear as if the character is interacting with a live audience (e.g., the character can say hello or ask a question) and pause as if waiting for the audience to answer, scripted content is not a dynamic audience with the character. Interactive or one-on-one audience interaction preparation

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