Lid Controller Hub for Video Conferencing Sensor Processing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Video conferencing technologies face challenges in managing distractions, noise, and camera framing in various environments, as well as replacing in-person meeting tools like whiteboards.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a lid controller hub in computing devices, which processes sensor data from microphones, cameras, and touchscreens, enabling features like Wake on Voice and Face, improved touch experiences, and enhanced security and privacy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If sensor data is processed locally in the lid controller hub, then processing speed and responsiveness are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the computing device into two functional segments: the lid controller hub for local sensor data processing and the main system processor for higher-level tasks. This segmentation enables fast local processing of audio, video, and touch data while maintaining overall system simplicity through clear functional boundaries.
Solution Approach 2:
The lid controller hub acts as an intermediary component between the sensors (microphones, cameras, touchscreens) and the main system processor. It pre-processes sensor data locally before transmitting relevant information to the main processor, reducing the computational burden on the central system while maintaining processing speed.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple sensors are integrated in the lid, then functionality and user experience are improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The lid controller hub is designed as a universal processing unit that handles multiple sensor types (audio microphones, video cameras, touchscreens) through a single integrated controller. This multi-functionality approach simplifies manufacturing by using one versatile component rather than separate dedicated controllers for each sensor type.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines multiple sensor processing functions into a single lid controller hub integrated circuit. By merging audio processing, video processing, and touch processing into one unified component, the design reduces the number of separate parts and assembly steps required during manufacturing.
Data Source
AI summary
Techniques for video conferencing are disclosed. In one embodiment, a mirror assembly can be used to position a mirror in front of a camera, reflecting a view of the camera downward towards a whiteboard or other drawing surface, allowing a user to show a drawing during a video conference. In another embodiment, video data and audio data of a user in a video conference can be analyzed to determine what portions of the video data and audio data should be transmitted to a remote participant in the video conference. Unintentional input supplied by the user in the video data and audio data may be used to determine which portions of the video data and audio data to transmit.