Gesture-Based Language Switching for Real-Time Translation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing language translation applications require manual interaction to switch languages, which can be awkward and distracting, especially in real-time cross-language exchanges between multiple users.
Innovation Solution
A client device detects user gestures, such as rotation, to dynamically switch between language modes without physical interaction, providing a seamless translation experience by displaying appropriate interfaces and translations for both users.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual tapping on the display is used to switch languages, then language switching functionality is achieved, but user convenience and synchronization with real-time conversation deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical tapping on the display with automatic gesture-based detection using the device's motion sensors. The system detects rotation gestures and automatically triggers language switching without requiring physical contact with the screen, thereby maintaining ease of operation while eliminating synchronization delays.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service by automatically detecting user gestures and autonomously switching languages without requiring manual intervention. The device monitors its own orientation and rotation through built-in sensors, and the translation application automatically responds to detected gestures by switching language modes, making the system self-regulating and responsive.
2Adaptability or versatility
If manual language switching is implemented, then language translation functionality is achieved, but user distraction and interface complexity for participating users increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the language switching control mechanism from the visible display interface and relocates it to the physical gesture domain. By detecting rotation gestures through motion sensors, the system removes the need for on-screen buttons or menus, thereby reducing interface complexity while preserving full language translation adaptability between multiple languages.
3Ease of operation
If the participating user controls language selection, then language switching is achieved, but user comfort and ease of communication deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent inverts the control paradigm by allowing the primary user to control language switching through gestures rather than requiring the participating user to interact with the device. The gesture-based control empowers the primary user while eliminating the burden from the participating user, thereby improving ease of operation and reducing user discomfort simultaneously.
Data Source
AI summary
A data processing apparatus receives data indicating a movement of a client device by a first user. The apparatus determines that the movement of the client device is a delimiter motion for switching between a first mode, in which the client device is configured to (i) provide a first interface for a first user speaking in a first language and (ii) perform speech recognition of the first language, and a second mode, in which the client device is configured to (i) provide a second interface for a second user speaking in a second language and (ii) perform speech recognition of the second language, the second interface being different from the first interface. Based on determining that the movement is a delimiter motion, the apparatus switches between the first mode and the second mode without the second user physically interacting with the client device.