Dynamic Focal Point Objects for Virtual Universe Load Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Virtual universe systems face performance issues due to high loads on server computers when a large number of avatars converge near designated focal point objects, leading to decreased system performance and user satisfaction.
Innovation Solution
Dynamic spawning of auxiliary focal point objects within the virtual universe based on avatar density and server load conditions, which helps distribute the load and improve performance by reducing the proximity-based information transmission burden on servers and client devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a large number of avatars converge near designated focal point objects, then information transmission and user interaction are enhanced, but server load increases leading to decreased system performance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the virtual universe into multiple regions with designated focal point objects. When avatars converge in a region, auxiliary focal point objects are dynamically spawned to segment the information transmission load across multiple points rather than a single focal point, reducing the burden on any one server handling that region.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically spawns auxiliary focal point objects based on real-time avatar density and server load conditions. This dynamic adjustment allows the system to adapt to changing conditions, maintaining optimal performance by adding transmission points only when and where needed, rather than using a static configuration.
2Reliability
If auxiliary focal point objects are dynamically spawned, then server load is reduced and performance is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs automated monitoring and decision-making algorithms that detect avatar density and server load conditions, then automatically spawn or remove auxiliary focal point objects without manual intervention. This self-service approach manages the increased complexity through automation rather than manual system administration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes operational parameters (avatar density thresholds, server load thresholds) to control the spawning behavior of auxiliary focal point objects. By adjusting these parameters, the system can balance performance improvement against complexity management, spawning auxiliary objects only when conditions warrant the added complexity.
3Ease of operation
If proximity-based information transmission is used, then user interaction quality is enhanced, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements proximity-based information transmission where auxiliary focal point objects transmit information only to avatars within their local proximity zones rather than broadcasting to all avatars in the virtual universe. This local quality approach maintains high interaction quality for nearby users while significantly reducing overall energy consumption by limiting transmission scope.
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AI summary
In various embodiments, the number of virtual universe avatars within a predetermined proximity from a designated first object in a virtual universe is determined. A condition that affects a load on a server computer supporting the designated first object in the virtual universe is determined. A second object is dynamically spawned within the virtual universe in response to determining that the number of virtual universe avatars within the predetermined proximity from the designated first object is greater than a first predetermined threshold and that the determined condition on the server computer is greater than a second predetermined threshold. The second object is associated with transmissions of information within the virtual universe.