Meta event platform system and communication method thereof

Abstract

To perform exhibition for attractively introducing merchandise exhibited in each booth while circulating each booth between a buyer and a supplier by arranging a visually specialized three-dimensional booth on a metaverse space.SOLUTION: A meta event platform is characterized in that a plurality of three-dimensional 3D model booths are arranged in a corridor-like configuration on a meta event platform 1A and any of data terminals logs-in and performs drawing processing so as to zoom into any of the three-dimensional 3D model booths identified by capturing three-dimensional movement of a viewpoint of any of buyers or suppliers with a display target of a viewed image being a virtual space image.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a meta-event platform system and a communication method for the meta-event platform system that utilizes a virtual exhibition to promote information exchange among buyers from various countries. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, the following Patent Documents 1 to 3 have been disclosed as systems for promoting information exchange among buyers from various countries by using a virtual exhibition.

[0003] Patent document 1 discloses a virtual exhibition system that "provides a virtual exhibition system which enables efficient searching for a desired exhibit from among a large number of exhibits and allows the user to receive a presentation of the exhibit as if it were being given by an exhibitor in an actual exhibition hall, the virtual exhibition system comprising: a search means for searching for exhibits while changing the form of the generated exhibit image which is generated based on stored information regarding the exhibition hall and exhibits and displayed on a display; a presenter display means for displaying on the display a presentation of the exhibit specified in the search using the presenter's video and audio; and a DTPR image display means for displaying on the display the presentation of the exhibit using a DTPR image synchronized with the video and audio."

[0004] Furthermore, Patent Document 2 below discloses that "in order to provide a virtual exhibition display control device, virtual exhibition display control method, virtual exhibition display control program and virtual exhibition system capable of smoothly acquiring lead information from visitors who visit booths at a virtual exhibition, the device comprises a display control unit 11 which displays each booth at a virtual exhibition in 3D and controls the 3D display so that visitors can view each booth while moving freely within the 3D displayed virtual exhibition, a viewing instruction receiving unit 12 which receives input of viewing instructions for exhibits displayed at each booth, and a visitor information management unit 13 which, when input of a viewing instruction for a specific visitor is received by the viewing instruction receiving unit, acquires and manages the visitor's information."

[0005] Furthermore, the third patent document below discloses that "in order to provide a cyber exhibition hall system which enables the operator to reduce the various expenses for setting up a cyber exhibition hall, increase income, improve the convenience of product purchasing for Internet users, and enable the exhibitor to reduce the various expenses for exhibiting and expand product sales, the operator 1 sets up a cyber exhibition hall 2 using the web, holds an exhibition in the cyber exhibition hall 2 based on the exhibition content of the exhibitor 3, sends invitations to Internet users 4, places advertisements, and when the Internet users 4 access the cyber exhibition hall 2 as visitors, the operator 1 uses a reception and visitor management function to guide the visitors to the intended corner of the exhibition hall, and when the visitors view and download a product catalog in the exhibition hall and place an order for the purchased products with the operator 1, the operator 1 provides the exhibitor 3 with the necessary payment and delivery functions as a common platform for the payment and delivery functions required between the operator and the visitor, and supports operations with financial institutions 5 and delivery companies 6." [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0006] [Patent Document 1] JP 2004-234054 A [Patent Document 2] Patent Publication No. 2022-067880 [Patent Document 3] JP 2001-256357 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0007] However, in order to develop an event platform that takes into account the metaverse space and is based on a Japanese server (.JP) with international transactions in mind, for example, a means of language processing in real time is required, and the companies participating in the event platform are not centralized as systems that need to be linked, such as a negotiation liaison system, product introduction system, and client management system. There is a strong need to build a system that can freely open international exhibition halls in an attractive metaverse space, like a stock trading site, 24 hours a day, without borders on the planet.

[0008] The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and provides a meta event platform system and a communication method for the meta event platform system that eliminates negotiation barriers due to language differences, arranges visually specialized three-dimensional booths in a metaverse space so that any buyer from around the world will want to participate, and allows buyers and suppliers to circulate around each booth and display products that are displayed in an attractive way, while also centrally managing the behavioral patterns of buyers viewing the metaverse space, thereby expanding the exhibition space and exhibit items and invigorating business negotiations between buyers. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] The meta event platform system of the present invention is a meta event platform system in which multiple data terminals operated by multiple buyers or multiple suppliers communicate with a server device that provides a meta event platform via a specified communication medium, and is characterized in that the server device is configured to arrange multiple three-dimensional model booths in a corridor shape on the meta event platform, and when any of the data terminals logs in, it performs a process of rendering the display target of the viewed image as a virtual space image so as to zoom in on any of the three-dimensional model booths identified by capturing the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of any of the buyers or suppliers. Effect of the Invention

[0010] According to the present invention, buyers and suppliers can browse each booth and create an attractive exhibition that introduces the products displayed at each booth, and by centrally managing the behavioral patterns of buyers viewing the metaverse space, the exhibition space and exhibited items can be expanded, thereby making business negotiations between buyers more active. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0011] The drawings show specific embodiments of the present invention, including essential features of the invention as well as alternative and preferred embodiments. [Figure 1] 1 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of a meta event platform system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating the configuration of a server device shown in FIG. [Diagram 3] 2A is a block diagram illustrating the configuration of a buyer data terminal and a supplier data terminal connected to the server device shown in FIG. 1, and FIG. 2B is a block diagram illustrating a program loaded in the RAM shown in FIG. [Figure 4] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Diagram 5] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 6] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 7] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 8] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 9]A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 10] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 11] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 12] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 13] A conceptual diagram explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform by the drawing control unit shown in Figure 2. [Figure 14] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 15] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 16] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 17] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 18] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 19] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 20] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 21] FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining a detailed configuration of a UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 22] 1 is a flowchart showing an example of a communication method of the meta event platform system according to the present embodiment. [Diagram 23] 1 is a flowchart showing an example of a communication method of the meta event platform system according to the present embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0012] [First embodiment] FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating the configuration of a meta event platform system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0013] In this embodiment, an example is taken of a meta event platform system in which a server device 1 that provides a meta event platform 1A that connects business negotiations from multiple buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N and buyer data terminals 4-1 to 4-N operated by buyers around the world and multiple supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N and supplier-supplier data terminals 2-1 to 2-N to an EC site set up in a metaverse booth can communicate via a network 21 as a specified communication medium.

[0014] In FIG. 1, buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N, buyer data terminals 4-1 to 4-N, supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N, supplier data terminals 2-1 to 2-N are equipped with hardware and software resources described below, and buyers in each country communicate in their native language. As described below, the services provided by meta event platform 1A include a language translation service that intervenes in business negotiations between buyers who speak different languages, enabling each buyer to transcend language barriers and conduct business negotiations seamlessly on an international e-commerce site held in the metaverse.

[0015] FIG. 2 is a block diagram for explaining the configuration of the server device 1 shown in FIG. 1, and the same components as those in FIG. 1 are given the same reference numerals.

[0016] In FIG. 2, 11 denotes a communication unit which connects buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N, buyer data terminals 4-1 to 4-N, supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N, and supplier data terminals 2-1 to 2-N which are connected to a network 21 as a communication medium, and controls communication.

[0017] Reference numeral 13 denotes a CPU, which starts an operating system (OS) stored in an external memory 18 connected to the internal bus 12, and starts various applications installed via an API. It also executes the processing of various programs deployed on the RAM 16.

[0018] Reference numeral 15 denotes a keyboard, which is used to input numbers, text, and icon commands for running applications.

[0019] Reference numeral 16 denotes an expandable RAM, which expands and stores the basic program of the meta event platform 1A installed in the external memory 18. Reference numeral 17 denotes a display, which displays the program's running status via various UI screens (not shown). Reference numeral 31 denotes a goggle interface (G·I / F), which outputs the viewpoint movement of the buyer's three-dimensional goggles (3D goggles) 32 to the CPU 13, thereby displaying a 3D image as a video on the screen of the 3D goggles 32 worn by the buyer. It should be noted that the 3D goggles 32 are equipped with a microphone function.

[0020] The basic programs in this embodiment are assumed to be a series of information processing programs including a drawing control unit 16-1, a communication unit 16-2, a translation support unit 16-3, an analysis unit 16-4, and a conference support unit 16-5.

[0021] Here, the drawing control unit 16-1 controls the display target of the viewing image so that a buyer who operates one of the data terminals among the buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N, the buyer data terminals 4-1 to 4-N, the supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N, and the supplier data terminals 2-1 to 2-N logs in and zooms in on one of the three-dimensional model booths identified by capturing the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of one of the buyers. This allows a 3D image to be displayed as a moving image on the screen in the three-dimensional goggles 32 worn by the buyer. The three-dimensional goggles 32 are configured to be able to communicate with the data terminals via a predetermined wireless interface.

[0022] The communication unit 16-2 executes two-way communication processing to support voice conversation between a logged-in buyer and a supplier exhibiting at any of the three-dimensional model booths. The translation support unit 16-3 executes processing to perform two-way real-time translation processing in the background of the voice conversation provided by the communication unit 16-2. The translation results are displayed in real time on the 3D goggles 32.

[0023] The analysis unit 16-4 analyzes the behavioral models stored in the database 14, which stores as history the behavioral models synchronized with the viewpoint movement of each buyer when viewing the three-dimensional model booth, and performs processing to research the market of the EC sites participating in the meta event platform 1A. The conference support unit 16-5 performs processing to hold business conferences (TV conferences) between each buyer and supplier via the meta event platform 1A. An AI support unit 19 cooperates with the translation support unit 16-3 to perform a service of bidirectional multilingual translation processing between each data terminal.

[0024] Fig. 3 is a block diagram explaining the configuration of the buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N, buyer data terminals 4-1 to 4-N, supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N, and supplier data terminals 2-1 to 2-N connected to the server device 1 shown in Fig. 1. Note that the buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N, buyer data terminals 4-1 to 4-N, supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N, and supplier data terminals 2-1 to 2-N are assumed to be pad devices, PC devices, smartphones, etc.

[0025] 3(a), reference numeral 301 denotes a CPU, which executes various applications by loading an OS and a control program stored in a ROM 302 into a RAM 303 and executing them. Various information is input and icons displayed on a user interface screen (UI screen) are clicked directly on a display 311. Reference numeral 304 denotes a communication unit, which controls communication for connecting to a server device 1 connected to a network 21.

[0026] In the RAM 303 shown in FIG. 3B, 303-1 is a 3D projection unit that executes a process of projecting 3D video information received from the server device 1 onto a projection unit in the 3D goggles 32.

[0027] Reference numeral 303-2 denotes a chat processing unit, which executes a process for exchanging text messages between the buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N and 4-1 to 4-N and the supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N and 2-1 to 2-N. If the message is in multiple languages, the translation function provided by the server device 1 translates the text in real time, enabling chat processing to be carried out without any awkwardness between the parties. Reference numeral 303-3 denotes a video conference processing unit, which is realized by a service function provided by the server device 1, and executes a process for supporting a video conference using real-time video via the meta event platform 1A when a buyer stops by any 3D booth that interests him and holds business negotiations with the supplier. Even during a video conference, real-time translation processing can be performed based on requests from both buyers and suppliers, enabling detailed business discussions and negotiations to be carried out without feeling the language barrier.

[0028] The CPU 301 manages account information (user ID, password) registered by a user in the meta event platform 1A that the server device 1 makes public on the Web, by using an external storage device such as an SSD (not shown).

[0029] The buyer is configured to be able to operate the keyboard 310 to input at least country identification information, language used, purpose of opening a store, and negotiation country into the registration form obtained from the server device 1.

[0030] In the meta event platform system shown in FIG. 1, buyers operating the buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N, 4-1 to 4-N are configured to be able to use 3D goggles 32 to switch between booth viewing processing and booth viewing processing using the display 311 provided on the data terminal, so that buyers and suppliers can use their desired communication tools to visually recognize the exhibition situation in the booth and reliably communicate with the party with whom they need to negotiate.

[0031] In the meta event platform system configured as above, the translation support unit 16-3 has a user interface that distinguishes the voice input of each buyer and displays language translation information in a two-way manner.

[0032] Here, the user interface distinguishes the voice input of each buyer and displays language translation information in a two-way manner on a three-dimensional balloon screen provided by the drawing control unit 16-1.

[0033] Furthermore, the translation support unit 16-3 is provided with an AI chat means for carrying out chat processing according to the LLM.

[0034] Furthermore, the translation support unit 16-3 executes native translation processing to issue a real-time translation request to a translation data terminal operated by a translation expert who logs in to the meta event platform 1A, and obtains the translation result.

[0035] Furthermore, the three-dimensional model booth (see Figures 4 to 13) is configured so that the arrangement and expression of structures and fixtures inside and outside the booth can be adjusted according to the spatial design specifications received from the operators of the e-commerce sites participating in Meta Event Platform 1A.

[0036] The server device 1 also has a database 14 that stores, as a history, behavioral models synchronized with the viewpoint movements of each buyer when viewing the three-dimensional model booth, and an analysis unit 16-4 that analyzes the behavioral models stored in the database 14 and researches the market of EC sites participating in the meta event platform 1A.

[0037] Furthermore, the server device 1 includes a conference support unit 16-5 that holds business conferences between each buyer and each supplier via the meta event platform 1A.

[0038] Here, the conference support unit 16-5 cooperates with the translation support unit 16-3 to facilitate communication between suppliers and buyers who use different languages.

[0039] [Explanation of UI screen (user interface screen)] 4 to 13 are conceptual diagrams for explaining the structure of a three-dimensional solid model booth provided on the meta event platform 1A by the drawing control unit 16-1 shown in FIG.

[0040] Figure 4 shows the UI screen of the three-dimensional model booth. It is assumed that the booth will be unlocked in a space station-type lock that orbits the Earth together with the Moon, like a satellite of the Earth. The venue is made up of three areas: the entrance, main stage, and webinar hall. It is equipped with attractive exhibitor booths, decorations that enhance the space, and displays that promote Japanese culture, and is structured to present an impressive entrance to visitors.

[0041] Figure 5 shows a UI screen explaining the entrance screen. After logging in, visitors first arrive at this entrance and then move to the main stage after a one-minute tutorial. The entire venue can be explored from this observation deck (corridor) style entrance.

[0042] Figure 6 shows the UI screen explaining the main stage screen. Although the exhibition hall is set up with exhibitor booths lined up in a row and floating in outer space, the booth design is based on the concept of trees, which are a characteristic of the Earth. It is set up so that not only can you view each exhibitor booth, but you can also directly communicate with them using chat and online meetings.

[0043] Figure 7 shows the UI screen explaining the webinar hall screen. The display at the front of the webinar hall is configured to include commercial slots as a standard service, allowing each company to carry out attractive PR activities within the broadcast program during the conference.

[0044] Figure 8 shows the UI screen explaining the booth design screen. It has components common to all exhibitors and is configured so that corporate logos, videos, and product posters can be arranged and drawn, allowing them to be distributed as content.

[0045] Figure 9 shows a UI screen explaining the basic functions of the booth, and is configured to allow selection of a contact form item, a chat item, an ask now with online MTG item, and an appointment for online MTG item. The contact form item is configured to allow links to various inquiries to be set, the Chat item is configured to allow chat to function with the AI ​​multilingual automatic translation function activated, the ask now with online MTG item is configured to link with the AI ​​multilingual automatic interpretation function so that a separate online MTG tool can be launched to allow buyers who visit the booth to explain products and hold Q&A sessions on the spot, and the appointment for online MTG item is configured to link with a calendar, allowing buyers to set appointments with exhibitors' available schedules.

[0046] FIG. 10 shows a UI screen for explaining the timeline posting screen, which is configured to enable visitors to make promotional comments about exhibited products by posting text to the timeline.

[0047] Figure 11 shows a UI screen explaining the AI ​​multilingual interpretation function, and is configured to provide a translation function via voice input in the following steps: speech → text conversion → translation.

[0048] Fig. 12 shows a diagram for explaining the detailed configuration of the UI screen provided by the meta event platform shown in Fig. 1, and is configured to be able to respond in detail to the requests of the person in charge of each booth through a centralized system for registering product information such as videos and images, posting timelines, etc. Fig. 13 is a conceptual diagram of a basic model booth of a walk-through type 3D virtual space provided by the meta event platform 1A shown in Fig. 2.

[0049] By adopting the walk-through type 3D virtual space shown in Fig. 13, exhibitors can display products and services in their own booths using 360-degree viewing, video, and PDF. Users can also access the 3D virtual space on their smartphones or PCs without needing to download any special apps.

[0050] Furthermore, since you can hear explanations directly from the person in charge via voice chat or web conference, you can experience the same sense of realism as if you were actually at the exhibition venue.

[0051] [Screen image explanation] 14 to 21 are diagrams for explaining detailed configurations of UI screens provided by the meta event platform 1A shown in FIG.

[0052] In particular, FIG. 14 shows an image of the top page of the site configured for buyers, and by inputting the items that a buyer wishes to view on the screen in text form, the buyer is connected to a site that can be displayed.

[0053] FIG. 15 shows an image of the search / list screen, with various buttons and selection check boxes, etc., arranged on it.

[0054] FIG. 16 shows a screen image displaying detailed information specified in the search / list screen image shown in FIG.

[0055] FIG. 17 shows a screen image displaying detailed exhibitor information specified in the search and list screen image shown in FIG.

[0056] FIG. 18 shows a screen image corresponding to an inquiry about a display item selected on the search / list screen image shown in FIG.

[0057] Fig. 19 shows a screen image for explaining the translation function, and Fig. 20 shows a screen image for displaying buyer information. Fig. 21 shows an example of a screen image for performing template transfer.

[0058] 22 and 23 are flow charts showing an example of a communication method of the meta event platform system according to this embodiment. Note that (1) to (26) indicate each step, and in each step, the CPU 13 of the server device 1 starts an operating system (OS) stored in the external memory 18 connected to the internal bus 12, starts various applications installed via the API, constructs the meta event platform 1A, and provides services related to various business negotiation processes on the metaverse to the buyer data terminals 3-1 to 3-N, 4-1 to 4-N and the supplier data terminals 5-1 to 5-N, 2-1 to 2-N.

[0059] The CPU 13 of the server device 1 determines whether the data terminal connected to the network 21 is from a supplier by comparing it with pre-registered user information (1). If the CPU 13 determines that the connection is not from a supplier, it proceeds to step (9). If the CPU 13 determines that the connection is from a supplier, it displays a list of 3D booths constructed on the meta event platform 1A to the supplier (2).

[0060] This allows the supplier to select the desired 3D booth from the displayed list of 3D booths, and then the CPU 13 determines whether or not an online contract for a booth exhibition contract has been concluded with the system administrator who provides this system (3). If it is determined that a booth exhibition contract has not been concluded with the system administrator, the process proceeds to step (9).

[0061] On the other hand, if the CPU 13 determines in step (3) that an online contract has been concluded, it waits for the detailed layout of the 3D booth to be determined (4), and after the detailed layout is determined, the CPU 13 sets it up so that the supplier's staff can visually check the virtual store (5). Furthermore, the CPU 13 performs editing processing on the layout including fixtures and lighting in the virtual store in response to modifications to the virtual store made by the supplier's staff (6).

[0062] Then, after the virtual store is ready to open, the CPU 13 determines (7) whether the 3D booth can be opened and permitted to be viewed by other users, i.e., buyers and other suppliers, in accordance with the supplier's wishes; if it determines that the store cannot be opened, the CPU 13 returns to step (5) and repeats the process.

[0063] On the other hand, if the CPU 13 determines in step (7) that the 3D booth can be opened, it registers the 3D booth in the meta event platform 1A (8). This allows buyers and suppliers connected to the meta event platform 1A to freely view the 3D booth. In addition, if the viewer's data terminal is equipped with an interface for connecting to 3D goggles 32, the viewer can wear the 3D goggles 32 and move the viewpoint to freely focus on and view the products and other items placed in the 3D booth.

[0064] Then, the CPU 13 determines whether there is a request to view inside the booth from the data terminal operated by the supplier or buyer via the meta event platform 1A (9), and if the CPU 13 determines that a viewing request has been received, the CPU 13 determines whether a command to move the viewpoint of the 3D goggles 32 has been issued from the data terminal operated by the supplier or buyer (10).

[0065] Here, if it is determined that a command to move the viewpoint of the 3D goggles 32 has been issued from a data terminal operated by the supplier or buyer, the CPU 13 activates the drawing control unit 16-1 and updates the drawing in the 3D goggles as needed in accordance with the viewpoint movement (11).

[0066] Next, it is determined whether a negotiation request for the supplier has been received from the buyer via a UI screen (not shown) (12). If the CPU 13 determines that a negotiation request has not been received, the process returns to step (11). If the CPU 13 determines that a negotiation request has been received, the supplier and buyer will conduct business negotiations in the form of a TV conversation, so the CPU 13 opens a negotiation room on the meta event platform 1A and allows both the supplier and the buyer to enter the room (13), and the business negotiations begin in video format under the management of the conference support unit 16-5.

[0067] Since the languages ​​used by the supplier and the buyer may differ, the conference support unit 16-5 determines whether the negotiation languages ​​used by both parties match on a UI screen (not shown) (14). If it is determined that the languages ​​used by both parties match, the system transitions to a direct conversation mode (15) and proceeds to step (19).

[0068] On the other hand, if in step (14) CPU 13 determines that the language environments of both parties do not match, it transitions to an automatic translation mode (16), and CPU 13 determines whether the entrant has spoken (17). If it determines that the entrant has spoken, CPU 13 activates translation support unit 16-3, obtains the contents of the speech of both parties, and performs automatic translation processing (18).

[0069] The CPU 13 also determines whether a voice response based on voice translation has been requested by either the supplier or the buyer (19). If the CPU 13 determines that a voice response has been requested, it displays an avatar on the image in the 3D booth and responds by voice with the translation results based on the speech from both parties (20).

[0070] On the other hand, if the CPU 13 determines in step (19) that voice communication is not required, it displays a chat screen on the screens of both data terminals, displays the text to be entered (21), and proceeds to step (22).

[0071] After such processing continues, the CPU 13 determines whether it is time for the supplier to respond (22), and after the supplier responds, responds in the buyer's own language (23), and the business negotiation proceeds.

[0072] If the CPU 13 determines that the business negotiations have ended (24), it confirms that both parties have exited from the meta event platform 1A (25). The CPU 13 then determines whether or not another booth has been selected by the supplier and the buyer (26), and if the CPU 13 determines that no other booth has been selected, it ends the process.

[0073] On the other hand, if the CPU 13 determines in step (26) that another booth has been selected, the process returns to step (9) and repeats the process.

[0074] [Effects of the first embodiment] According to this embodiment, buyers and suppliers can browse each booth and create an attractive display that introduces the products displayed at each booth, and by centrally managing the behavioral patterns of buyers viewing the metaverse space, the exhibition space and exhibited items can be expanded, thereby making business negotiations between buyers more active.

[0075] Second Embodiment In the above embodiment, a system has been described that is premised on business negotiations between buyers and suppliers, but the system may also be configured to provide an environment in which general visitors can also register as users.

[0076] [Effects of the second embodiment] According to this embodiment, it is possible to obtain valuable information that contributes to further expansion and development of the system by listening to new ideas pointed out at the user level, rather than listening to the reactions that the supplier had anticipated.

[0077] Third Embodiment In the above embodiment, a system was described that is premised on business negotiations between buyers and suppliers, but it would also be possible to configure the 3D booth to be equipped with a large-scale international forum booth, creating an international conference center where various academic societies can hold research conferences on a regular or irregular basis.

[0078] [Effects of the third embodiment] According to this embodiment, the venue is not limited to business negotiations, but can also function as a meeting place for people from all over the world, making it possible to develop the venue into an international exchange. [Industrial Applicability]

[0079] In the above embodiment, an example is given of a system in which buyers connect to booths in a virtual space where suppliers are exhibiting, creating an environment for business-like negotiations; however, in order to increase the frequency of access to the booths in the virtual space, the system may also be configured to incorporate data terminals operated by various advertising agencies, thereby enabling advertising revenues to be collected.

[0080] (1) A meta event platform system in which multiple data terminals operated by multiple buyers or multiple suppliers communicate with a server device that provides a meta event platform via a specified communication medium, the server device being configured to perform a process in which multiple three-dimensional stereoscopic model booths are arranged in a corridor shape on the meta event platform, and when any of the data terminals logs in, the process captures the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of any of the buyers or suppliers and performs a process of rendering the display target of the viewed image as a virtual space image so as to zoom in on any of the identified three-dimensional stereoscopic model booths.

[0081] (2) A meta event platform system in which multiple data terminals operated by multiple buyers or multiple suppliers communicate with a server device that provides a meta event platform via a specified communication medium, the server device comprising: a drawing processing means that arranges multiple three-dimensional model booths in a corridor shape on the meta event platform, and when any of the data terminals logs in, captures the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of any of the buyers or suppliers and performs a process of drawing the display target of the viewed image as a virtual space image so as to zoom in on any of the identified three-dimensional model booths; a communication means that enables the logged-in buyer to have a voice conversation with a person in charge of any of the three-dimensional model booths that he or she has zoomed in on; and a translation support means that performs two-way real-time translation processing of the voice conversation provided by the communication means in the background.

[0082] (3) The translation support means is characterized by having a user interface that distinguishes voice input from each buyer and displays language translation information in a two-way manner.

[0083] (4) The user interface is characterized in that it distinguishes the voice input of each buyer and displays language translation information in a two-way manner, and is displayed on a three-dimensional balloon screen provided by the drawing processing means.

[0084] (5) The translation support means is characterized by having an AI chat means for performing chat processing according to the LLM.

[0085] (6) The translation support means is characterized in that it executes a native translation process by placing a real-time translation request to a translation data terminal operated by a translation expert who logs in to the meta event platform, and obtaining the translation result.

[0086] (7) The three-dimensional model booth is characterized in that the arrangement and expression of structures and fixtures inside and outside the booth can be adjusted in accordance with the spatial design specifications received from the operators of the e-commerce sites participating in the meta event platform.

[0087] (8) The server device is characterized by having a database that stores as a history a behavioral model synchronized with the viewpoint movement of each buyer when viewing the three-dimensional model booth, and an analysis means that analyzes the behavioral model stored in the database and researches the market of e-commerce sites participating in the meta event platform.

[0088] (9) The server device is characterized by comprising a conference support means for supporting business conferences between each buyer and each supplier via the meta event platform.

[0089] (10) The conference support means is characterized by being linked to the translation support means.

[0090] (11) A communication method for a meta event platform system in which a plurality of data terminals operated by a plurality of buyers communicate with a server device providing a meta event platform via a predetermined communication medium, the server device comprising: a drawing processing step for arranging a plurality of three-dimensional solid model booths in a corridor shape on the meta event platform, and performing a process of drawing the display target of the viewing image as a virtual space image so that any one of the data terminals logs in and zooms in on any one of the identified three-dimensional solid model booths by capturing the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of any one of the buyers or suppliers; a voice conversation processing step using a communication tool in which the logged-in buyer has a voice conversation with a person in charge of any of the three-dimensional solid model booths that he or she has zoomed in on; and a translation processing step in which real-time translation processing of the voice conversation of the communication tool is performed in both directions in the background. [Explanation of symbols]

[0091] 1. Server device 2-1~2-N Supplier Data Terminal 3-1~3-N Buyer data terminal 4-1~4-N Buyer data terminal 5-1~5-N Supplier Data Terminal

Claims

1. A meta event platform system in which a plurality of data terminals operated by a plurality of buyers or a plurality of suppliers communicate with a server device that provides a meta event platform via a predetermined communication medium, The server device includes: The meta event platform system is characterized by having a configuration in which a plurality of three-dimensional model booths are arranged in a corridor shape on the meta event platform, and when any data terminal logs in, the display target of the viewing image is rendered as a virtual space image by zooming in on any identified three-dimensional model booth by capturing the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of any buyer or supplier.

2. A meta event platform system in which a plurality of data terminals operated by a plurality of buyers or a plurality of suppliers communicate with a server device that provides a meta event platform via a predetermined communication medium, The server device includes: a rendering processing means for arranging a plurality of three-dimensional model booths in a corridor shape on the meta event platform, and for performing processing for rendering the display target of the viewing image as a virtual space image so as to zoom in on any one of the three-dimensional model booths identified by capturing the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of any one of the buyers or suppliers when any one of the data terminals logs in; A communication means for enabling the logged-in buyer to have a voice conversation with a person in charge of any one of the three-dimensional model booths that the buyer has zoomed in on; a translation support means for performing bidirectional real-time translation processing in the background of the voice conversation provided by the communication means; A meta event platform system comprising:

3. 3. The meta event platform system according to claim 2, wherein the translation support means comprises a user interface that distinguishes voice input from each buyer and displays language translation information in a two-way manner.

4. The meta event platform system according to claim 3, characterized in that the user interface is displayed on a three-dimensional speech bubble screen provided by the drawing processing means, which is a user interface that distinguishes the voice input of each buyer and displays language translation information in a two-way manner.

5. 2. The meta event platform system according to claim 1, wherein the translation support means comprises an AI chat means for performing chat processing according to the LLM.

6. The meta-event platform system according to claim 3, characterized in that the translation support means executes native translation processing to place a real-time translation request to a translation data terminal operated by a translation expert who logs in to the meta-event platform and obtains the translation results.

7. The meta event platform system described in claim 2, characterized in that the three-dimensional model booth is capable of adjusting the arrangement and expression of structures and fixtures inside and outside the booth in accordance with the spatial design specifications received from the operators of the e-commerce sites participating in the meta event platform.

8. The server device includes: a database for storing, as a history, a behavior model synchronized with the viewpoint movement of each buyer when viewing the three-dimensional model booth; an analysis means for analyzing the behavioral model stored in the database and researching the market of the EC sites participating in the meta event platform; The meta event platform system according to claim 2, further comprising:

9. The server device includes:

3. The meta event platform system according to claim 2, further comprising a conference support means for supporting a business conference between each buyer and each supplier via the meta event platform.

10. 10. The meta event platform system according to claim 9, wherein the conference support means cooperates with the translation support means.

11. A communication method for a meta event platform system in which a plurality of data terminals operated by a plurality of buyers communicate with a server device that provides a meta event platform via a predetermined communication medium, comprising: The server device includes: a drawing processing step of arranging a plurality of three-dimensional model booths in a corridor shape on the meta event platform, and drawing the display target of the viewing image as a virtual space image so as to zoom in on any one of the three-dimensional model booths identified by capturing the three-dimensional movement of the viewpoint of any one of the buyers or suppliers when any one of the data terminals logs in; a voice conversation processing step using a communication tool in which the logged-in buyer has a voice conversation with a person in charge of any one of the three-dimensional model booths zoomed in on; a translation processing step of performing a real-time translation process of the voice conversation of the communication tool in a two-way manner in the background; A communication method for a meta event platform system, comprising:

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