AR Virtual Object Interaction via In-Air Gesture Control

The patent uses a camera to capture images of the real-world environment and creates a virtual copy of the physical space. Virtual objects are superimposed onto this captured image, allowing users to interact with virtual elements in the context of the real environment. This copying approach eliminates the need for complex specialized AR/VR hardware while maintaining interaction precision through image-based spatial mapping.

The patent replaces traditional mechanical input devices (keyboard, mouse, specialized controllers) with image-based gesture recognition. The system captures images, detects hand gestures within those images, and translates them into control commands. This substitution eliminates complex mechanical systems while achieving precise interaction through computer vision and image processing.

The patent enables a single device (smartphone or tablet with camera) to perform multiple functions: capturing the real-world environment, detecting hand gestures, rendering virtual objects, and processing interaction commands. This universal approach allows standard consumer devices to replace specialized AR/VR equipment, improving accessibility while maintaining precision through multi-functional image processing capabilities.

The system uses the device's own camera and processing capabilities to perform all AR/VR functions without requiring external specialized hardware. The smartphone or tablet captures its own environment, processes its own gesture inputs, and renders virtual objects independently, making the technology self-sufficient and widely accessible to consumers with standard devices.