Virtual Presence System Seamless Device Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current virtual travel experiences lack the ability to seamlessly switch between multiple types of virtual presence devices at different locations, limiting the user's ability to explore destinations comprehensively and interactively.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that utilize a virtual device control protocol and query database to track virtual presence resources and allow users to seamlessly switch between various virtual presence devices, including robots, drones, and wearable devices, at different locations, providing a comprehensive and interactive virtual travel experience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single virtual presence device is used at a time, then the system complexity is reduced, but the user's ability to explore destinations comprehensively is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal control interface that works across multiple different types of virtual presence devices (robots, drones, vehicles, wearables) at different locations. The system provides a single unified interface for users to access and control various devices, eliminating the need for separate control mechanisms for each device type while enabling comprehensive exploration capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a virtual device control protocol and query database as intermediary components that mediate between users and multiple virtual presence devices. This intermediary layer manages device tracking, allocation, and control signals, allowing the system to handle multiple devices without increasing user complexity while maintaining comprehensive exploration capabilities.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple virtual presence devices at different locations are made accessible, then user engagement is enhanced, but the ease of operation is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the control of multiple virtual presence devices into a single unified interface. Users interact with all devices through one consistent control mechanism, and the system automatically manages device allocation and switching based on user selections, eliminating the complexity of managing multiple separate control systems while maintaining high user engagement.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically tracks virtual presence resources and assigns or allocates devices to users based on their selections. The query database and control protocol handle device allocation and switching automatically, reducing the operational burden on users while enabling access to multiple devices at different locations for enhanced engagement.
3Productivity
If instantaneous switching between devices is enabled, then productivity is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a query database that pre-indices and tracks virtual presence resources, their locations, and availability status. When users select desired devices, the system has already prepared the necessary allocation information and control parameters in advance, enabling instantaneous switching without requiring complex real-time calculations or resource management during the switching operation itself.
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AI summary
A virtual presence system and method integrates multiple virtual presence technologies, including the ability to enable a user to experience a remote location through a plurality of different types of virtual presence devices. The different types of virtual presence devices might include virtual presence robots, as well drones, land vehicles, devices arranged to be worn by a person, and other virtual presence devices, all of which are accessible through a single website hosted on a server that provides links to the different types of virtual presence devices at selectable locations through a hierarchical query database that stores geographic coordinates, types, and features of the virtual presence devices, GIS to analyze and display geographic information, and communication methods, together with IP addresses and/or aliases that enable the devices to be accessed and controlled. The virtual presence system and method may optionally also utilize virtual reality headsets and haptic feedback devices designed to worn by users for a more immersive experience.