System and method for controlling entertainment image

By controlling the physical movement of the entertainment character using a virtual model, the problem of unrealistic facial expressions was solved, resulting in more realistic movements and expressions and enhancing the interactive experience.

CN121649971APending Publication Date: 2026-03-13UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202511592319.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2020-03-25
Filing Date
2021-03-22
Publication Date
2026-03-13

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing technologies struggle to effectively control the facial expressions of entertainment characters, resulting in unrealistic performances and limiting the quality of the entertainment experience.

Method used

By referencing a virtual model, the movement of the physical parts of the entertainment character is monitored and controlled. Using an actuation system and an automated controller, facial movements in the virtual model are precisely matched to achieve realistic facial expressions.

Benefits of technology

It enhances the realism of entertainment characters, enabling them to more realistically mimic expressions and movements, thus improving the interactive experience with customers.

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Abstract

An animated image system includes: an animated image including a connection location; a first actuator; an extension including an end coupled to the connection location and a section coupled to the first actuator such that a length of the extension extends between the connection location and the first actuator, where the first actuator is configured to move the section of the extension; a second actuator configured to extend or retract the extension portion to vary the length of the extension portion extending between the connection position and the first actuator; and an automation controller configured to control the first actuator and the second actuator to set a positioning of the connection position.
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