Abstract

Existence of instrumentation for automatic video recording creates an excess capacity of video recording for those who own automatic video recorders. Others may want to utilize this excess capacity to record their activities thus there is a need for a system that helps match those who would like to utilize the excess capacity with those who have such capacity. Such excess capacity is matched with demand to use such excess capacity by creating a network of automatic video recording units and tags that are associated with people who want to be recorded.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/77 - Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus between a recording apparatus and a television camera
• G11B 27/031 - Electronic editing of digitised analogue information signals, e.g. audio or video signals
• H04N 21/433 - Content storage operation, e.g. storage operation in response to a pause request or caching operations
• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
• G07C 1/22 - Registering, indicating, or recording the time of events or elapsed time, e.g. time-recorders for work people in connection with sports or games
• H04N 23/667 - Camera operation mode switching, e.g. between still and video, sport and normal or high and low resolution modes
• H04N 21/4223 - Cameras

Abstract

Existence of instrumentation for automatic video recording creates an excess capacity of video recording for those who own automatic video recorders. Others may want to utilize this excess capacity to record their activities thus there is a need for a system that helps match those who would like to utilize the excess capacity with those who have such capacity. Such excess capacity is matched with demand to use such excess capacity by creating a network of automatic video recording units and tags that are associated with people who want to be recorded.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/77 - Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus between a recording apparatus and a television camera
• G11B 27/031 - Electronic editing of digitised analogue information signals, e.g. audio or video signals
• H04N 21/433 - Content storage operation, e.g. storage operation in response to a pause request or caching operations
• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
• G07C 1/22 - Registering, indicating, or recording the time of events or elapsed time, e.g. time-recorders for work people in connection with sports or games
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• H04N 21/4223 - Cameras

Abstract

Current indoor tracking methods are inadequate to accurately and reliably point a pointer or camera at an object or a person doing an activity. An apparatus and method are provided for cooperative tracking that is operable both indoors and outdoors. The system works using ranging technology without the need for placing radiation sources and/or sensors in set locations around the location where tracking takes place. The apparatus and method may be used for automatic filming, allowing free movement of both the subject of the filming and that of the camera with a compact design, and providing easy setup at any location.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 5/14 - Determining absolute distances from a plurality of spaced points of known location
• G01S 3/02 - Direction-finders for determining the direction from which infrasonic, sonic, ultrasonic, or electromagnetic waves, or particle emission, not having a directional significance, are being received using radio waves
• G01S 19/49 - Determining position by combining or switching between position solutions derived from the satellite radio beacon positioning system and position solutions derived from a further system whereby the further system is an inertial position system, e.g. loosely-coupled
• G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
• G01S 19/46 - Determining position by combining measurements of signals from the satellite radio beacon positioning system with a supplementary measurement the supplementary measurement being of a radio-wave signal type
• G06T 7/20 - Analysis of motion
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinationsPosition-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves

Abstract

Current indoor tracking methods are inadequate to accurately and reliably point a pointer or camera at an object or a person doing an activity. An apparatus and method are provided for cooperative tracking that is operable both indoors and outdoors. The system works using ranging technology without the need for placing radiation sources and/or sensors in set locations around the location where tracking takes place. The apparatus and method may be used for automatic filming, allowing free movement of both the subject of the filming and that of the camera with a compact design, and providing easy setup at any location.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 5/14 - Determining absolute distances from a plurality of spaced points of known location
• G01S 3/02 - Direction-finders for determining the direction from which infrasonic, sonic, ultrasonic, or electromagnetic waves, or particle emission, not having a directional significance, are being received using radio waves
• G01S 19/49 - Determining position by combining or switching between position solutions derived from the satellite radio beacon positioning system and position solutions derived from a further system whereby the further system is an inertial position system, e.g. loosely-coupled
• G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
• H04N 5/32 - Transforming X-rays
• G01S 19/46 - Determining position by combining measurements of signals from the satellite radio beacon positioning system with a supplementary measurement the supplementary measurement being of a radio-wave signal type
• G06T 7/20 - Analysis of motion
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinationsPosition-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves

Abstract

Existence of instrumentation for automatic video recording creates an excess capacity of video recording for those who own automatic video recorders. Others may want to utilize this excess capacity to record their activities thus there is a need for a system that helps match those who would like to utilize the excess capacity with those who have such capacity. Such excess capacity is matched with demand to use such excess capacity by creating a network of automatic video recording units and tags that are associated with people who want to be recorded.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/77 - Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus between a recording apparatus and a television camera
• G11B 27/031 - Electronic editing of digitised analogue information signals, e.g. audio or video signals
• H04N 21/433 - Content storage operation, e.g. storage operation in response to a pause request or caching operations
• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
• G07C 1/22 - Registering, indicating, or recording the time of events or elapsed time, e.g. time-recorders for work people in connection with sports or games
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• H04N 21/4223 - Cameras

Abstract

Current indoor tracking methods are inadequate to accurately and reliably point a pointer or camera at an object or a person doing an activity. An apparatus and method are provided for cooperative tracking that is operable both indoors and outdoors. The system works using ranging technology without the need for placing radiation sources and/or sensors in set locations around the location where tracking takes place. The apparatus and method may be used for automatic filming, allowing free movement of both the subject of the filming and that of the camera with a compact design, and providing easy setup at any location.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G06K 17/00 - Methods or arrangements for effecting co-operative working between equipments covered by two or more of main groups , e.g. automatic card files incorporating conveying and reading operations

Abstract

A compliant electronic device is presented. The device may be, for example a wearable display for sports applications. The compliant electronic device comprises a thin sheet with a regular pattern of openings optimized to provide maximum compliance. The device may be partially or completely embedded in foam or other highly stretchable and compressible material that, while preserving compliance, protects the device from untoward environmental influences.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
• H05K 1/11 - Printed elements for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits
• H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
• H05K 1/03 - Use of materials for the substrate

Abstract

The video recording systems disclosed herein comprise recording devices built in a variety of system architectures depending on the type of intended use. The guiding principle of the system architectures is that an optimal recording device will have optics, sensor, control electronics, and communication capability designed for the purpose of use. User controls, as well as power sources may be separated from the optimal recording device. Different applications may demand a variety of accessories including camera mounts, automatic camera orientation capabilities, remote control devices, and remote power sources, all of which may be designed as use-specific devices and optimized for the purpose of use.

IPC Classes  ?

• G03B 17/08 - Waterproof bodies or housings
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• H04N 5/225 - Television cameras

Abstract

Existence of instrumentation for automatic video recording creates an excess capacity of video recording for those who own automatic video recorders. Others may want to utilize this excess capacity to record their activities thus there is a need for a system that helps match those who would like to utilize the excess capacity with those who have such capacity. Such excess capacity is matched with demand to use such excess capacity by creating a network of automatic video recording units and tags that are associated with people who want to be recorded.

IPC Classes  ?

• G11B 27/031 - Electronic editing of digitised analogue information signals, e.g. audio or video signals
• A63B 71/06 - Indicating or scoring devices for games or players
• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
• H04N 21/433 - Content storage operation, e.g. storage operation in response to a pause request or caching operations
• H04N 5/77 - Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus between a recording apparatus and a television camera

Goods & Services

Electronic transmission and streaming of digital media content for others via global and local computer networks; Streaming of audio, visual and audiovisual material via a global computer network; Streaming of video material on the Internet; Streaming of user generated photographic and video content material on the Internet; Streaming of audio, visual, and audiovisual material on the Internet; Video broadcasting; Video broadcasting services over the Internet or other communications network featuring the uploaded, posted and tagged videos of others; Video broadcasting services over the Internet or other communications network, namely, electronically transmitting video clips; Video broadcasting services via the Internet Cameras; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using line-of-sight technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using line-of-sight technology and/or image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or line-of-sight technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or line-of-sight technology and/or image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject with a camera or video camera using a camera or video camera orientation controlling device and a locating device worn, carried, or associated with a subject; GPS tracking devices; Lenses for cameras; Software for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; Camera tripods; Computer hardware for tracking objects; Computer hardware for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; Computer hardware for tracking objects with a camera or video camera; Computer software and hardware for tracking objects; Computer software and hardware for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; Computer software and hardware for tracking objects with a camera or video camera; Digital cameras; Digital video cameras; Video cameras; Digital media streaming devices; Downloadable mobile applications for editing videos; Downloadable mobile applications for sharing videos; Downloadable mobile applications for streaming video; Downloadable mobile applications for editing, sharing, and streaming video; Software for use in connection with photographic and video equipment and cameras, namely, software for taking, capturing, managing, processing, operating, viewing, storing, editing, arranging, combining, sharing, manipulating, modifying, commenting on, transmitting and displaying data, images, videos, multimedia files, and other digital data; Software for editing videos; Software for sharing videos; Software for streaming videos; Software for editing, sharing, and streaming video Providing a website featuring non-downloadable videos in the field of entertainment, sports, sporting events, and recreational activities Providing a web site featuring temporary use of non-downloadable software allowing web site users to upload, post and display online videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; Providing a web site that gives computer users the ability to upload, exchange and share photos, videos and video logs; Computer services, namely, providing search platforms to allow users to locate, access, copy, transmit, edit, and share photographic, video and multimedia content; Providing temporary use of a web-based software application for uploading, downloading, storing, distributing, managing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content via local and global computer networks and via mobile devices; Providing a web hosting platform for uploading, downloading, storing, managing, distributing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content of third parties; Providing a web site featuring temporary use of non-downloadable software for allowing web site users to upload on-line videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; Providing a web site featuring temporary use of non-downloadable software for allowing web site users to upload, post and display online videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; Providing a website featuring technology that enables users to upload and share user-generated videos on a wide variety of topics and subjects; Providing an online non-downloadable Internet-based system application featuring technology enabling users to edit, share, and stream video; Providing temporary use of on-line non-downloadable cloud computing software for use in uploading, downloading, storing, distributing, managing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content via local and global computer networks and via mobile devices

Abstract

An automated video editing apparatus and software are presented. The apparatus is designed to modify automated video recording systems enabling them to collect data used in creating a library of markers observable within the collected data such that the markers may help to identify highlight moments in recorded videos and to create short video clips of the highlight moments. The apparatus and method as described free the user of the burden of reviewing many hours of video recordings of non-events, such as waiting for a sportsman's turn in a competition or waiting for an exciting wave while surfing in the sea.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 19/40 - Methods or arrangements for coding, decoding, compressing or decompressing digital video signals using video transcoding, i.e. partial or full decoding of a coded input stream followed by re-encoding of the decoded output stream

Goods & Services

Cameras; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using line-of-sight technology; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or image recognition technology; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using line-of-sight technology and/or image recognition technology; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or line-of-sight technology; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using image recognition technology; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or line-of-sight technology and/or image recognition technology; electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject with a camera or video camera using a camera or video camera orientation controlling device and a locating device worn, carried, or associated with a subject; GPS tracking devices; lenses for cameras; software for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; camera tripods; computer hardware for tracking objects; computer hardware for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; computer hardware for tracking objects with a camera or video camera; computer software and hardware for tracking objects; computer software and hardware for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; computer software and hardware for tracking objects with a camera or video camera; digital cameras; digital media streaming devices; digital video cameras; video cameras; digital media streaming devices; downloadable mobile applications for editing videos; downloadable mobile applications for sharing videos; downloadable mobile applications for streaming video; downloadable mobile applications for editing, sharing, and streaming video; software for use in connection with photographic and video equipment and cameras, namely, software for taking, capturing, managing, processing, operating, viewing, storing, editing, arranging, combining, sharing, manipulating, modifying, commenting on, transmitting and displaying data, images, videos, multimedia files, and other digital data; software for editing videos; software for sharing videos; software for streaming videos; software for editing, sharing, and streaming video. Electronic transmission and streaming of digital media content for others via global and local computer networks; streaming of audio, visual and audiovisual material via a global computer network; streaming of video material on the internet; streaming of user generated photographic and video content material on the internet; streaming of audio, visual, and audiovisual material on the internet; video broadcasting; video broadcasting services over the internet or other communications network featuring the uploaded, posted and tagged videos of others; video broadcasting services over the internet or other communications network, namely, electronically transmitting video clips; video broadcasting services via the internet. Providing online non-downloadable videos featuring information in the field of entertainment, sports, sporting events, and recreational activities. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable software to enable sharing of videos among users via a website for entertainment purposes; hosting a web site that gives computer users the ability to upload, exchange and share photos, videos and video logs; computer services, namely, providing search platforms to allow users to locate, access, copy, transmit, edit, and share photographic, video and multimedia content; providing temporary use of a web-based software application for uploading, downloading, storing, distributing, managing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content via local and global computer networks and via mobile devices; providing a web hosting platform for uploading, downloading, storing, managing, distributing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content of third parties; providing temporary use of non-downloadable software applications accessible via a website for allowing users to upload online videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; providing temporary use of non-downloadable software applications accessible via a website for allowing users to upload, post and display online videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; hosting a website featuring technology that enables users to upload and share user-generated videos on a wide variety of topics and subjects; providing an online non-downloadable internet-based system application featuring technology enabling users to edit, share, and stream video; providing temporary use of on-line non-downloadable cloud computing software for use in uploading, downloading, storing, distributing, managing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content via local and global computer networks and via mobile devices.

Goods & Services

Software for editing video; Software for automatically editing video; Software for editing video that automatically identifies highlights in the video and edits the video to feature a highlight or highlights; Software for uploading edited video to the Internet and other communications network; Downloadable software for editing video; Downloadable software for automatically editing video; Downloadable software for editing video that automatically identifies highlights in the video and edits the video to feature a highlight or highlights; Downloadable software for edited video to the Internet and other communications network

Goods & Services

Electronic transmission and streaming of digital media content for others via global and local computer networks; Streaming of audio, visual and audiovisual material via a global computer network; Streaming of video material on the Internet; Streaming of user generated photographic and video content material on the Internet; Streaming of audio, visual, and audiovisual material on the Internet; Video broadcasting; Video broadcasting services over the Internet or other communications network featuring the uploaded, posted and tagged videos of others; Video broadcasting services over the Internet or other communications network, namely, electronically transmitting video clips; Video broadcasting services via the Internet Cameras; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using line-of-sight technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using line-of-sight technology and/or image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or line-of-sight technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera using location-based technology and/or line-of-sight technology and/or image recognition technology; Electronic devices for locating and tracking a subject with a camera or video camera using a camera or video camera orientation controlling device and a locating device worn, carried, or associated with a subject; GPS tracking devices; Lenses for cameras; Software for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; Camera tripods; Computer hardware for tracking objects; Computer hardware for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; Computer hardware for tracking objects with a camera or video camera; Computer software and hardware for tracking objects; Computer software and hardware for tracking a subject or subjects with a camera or video camera; Computer software and hardware for tracking objects with a camera or video camera; Digital cameras; Digital media streaming devices; Digital video cameras; Video cameras; Digital media streaming devices; Downloadable mobile applications for editing videos; Downloadable mobile applications for sharing videos; Downloadable mobile applications for streaming video; Downloadable mobile applications for editing, sharing, and streaming video; Software for use in connection with photographic and video equipment and cameras, namely, software for taking, capturing, managing, processing, operating, viewing, storing, editing, arranging, combining, sharing, manipulating, modifying, commenting on, transmitting and displaying data, images, videos, multimedia files, and other digital data; Software for editing videos; Software for sharing videos; Software for streaming videos; Software for editing, sharing, and streaming video Providing a website featuring non-downloadable videos in the field of entertainment, sports, sporting events, and recreational activities Providing a web site featuring temporary use of non-downloadable software allowing web site users to upload, post and display online videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; Providing a web site that gives computer users the ability to upload, exchange and share photos, videos and video logs; Computer services, namely, providing search platforms to allow users to locate, access, copy, transmit, edit, and share photographic, video and multimedia content; Providing temporary use of a web-based software application for uploading, downloading, storing, distributing, managing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content via local and global computer networks and via mobile devices; Providing a web hosting platform for uploading, downloading, storing, managing, distributing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content of third parties; Providing a web site featuring temporary use of non-downloadable software for allowing web site users to upload on-line videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; Providing a web site featuring temporary use of non-downloadable software for allowing web site users to upload, post and display online videos for sharing with others for entertainment purposes; Providing a website featuring technology that enables users to upload and share user-generated videos on a wide variety of topics and subjects; Providing an online non-downloadable Internet-based system application featuring technology enabling users to edit, share, and stream video; Providing temporary use of on-line non-downloadable cloud computing software for use in uploading, downloading, storing, distributing, managing, editing and sharing photographic, video and multimedia content via local and global computer networks and via mobile devices

Abstract

Feedback devices to keep a person being filmed, photographed, or otherwise recorded automatically by a recording system or automated camera pointing or similar system informed about the recording and manual remote control devices which allow the person being filmed, photographed, or otherwise recorded to take control of the recording camera or automated pointing system or similar system.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/765 - Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus
• H04N 5/222 - Studio circuitryStudio devicesStudio equipment

Abstract

System and methods for pointing a device, such as a camera, at a remote target wherein the pointing of the device is controlled by a combination of location information obtained by global positioning technology and image recognition of the target.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
• G01S 19/14 - Receivers specially adapted for specific applications
• G01S 3/785 - Systems for determining direction or deviation from predetermined direction using adjustment of orientation of directivity characteristics of a detector or detector system to give a desired condition of signal derived from that detector or detector system
• H04N 5/20 - Circuitry for controlling amplitude response
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• G01S 3/786 - Systems for determining direction or deviation from predetermined direction using adjustment of orientation of directivity characteristics of a detector or detector system to give a desired condition of signal derived from that detector or detector system the desired condition being maintained automatically

Abstract

A system and method are provided for automatic cooperative object tracking using gain comparison of antenna pairs facing different directions. In cooperative object tracking, the object is associated with a radiation source, or beacon, that emits radiation that is detected by the tracking system. The present invention makes use of antennas that are not highly oriented antennas but are characterized by having a steep drop in their gain profiles at a particular angle of incidence of the radiation that they detect.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control

Abstract

A system and method are provided for automatic cooperative object tracking using gain comparison of antenna pairs facing different directions. In cooperative object tracking, the object is associated with a radiation source, or beacon, that emits radiation that is detected by the tracking system. The present invention makes use of antennas that are not highly oriented antennas but are characterized by having a steep drop in their gain profiles at a particular angle of incidence of the radiation that they detect.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 3/28 - Systems for determining direction or deviation from predetermined direction using amplitude comparison of signals derived simultaneously from receiving antennas or antenna systems having differently-oriented directivity characteristics
• H01Q 3/08 - Arrangements for changing or varying the orientation or the shape of the directional pattern of the waves radiated from an antenna or antenna system using mechanical movement of antenna or antenna system as a whole for varying two co-ordinates of the orientation
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• G06K 9/62 - Methods or arrangements for recognition using electronic means
• G11B 27/034 - Electronic editing of digitised analogue information signals, e.g. audio or video signals on discs
• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast

Abstract

An automated video editing system uses user inputs and metadata combined with machine learning technology to gradually improve editing techniques as more footage is edited. The system is designed to work primarily with a network of automated video recording systems that use cooperative tracking methods. The system is also designed to improve tracking algorithms used in cooperative tracking and to enable systems to begin using image recognition based tracking when the results of machine learning are utilized.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/93 - Regeneration of the television signal or of selected parts thereof
• H04N 5/91 - Television signal processing therefor
• G11B 27/034 - Electronic editing of digitised analogue information signals, e.g. audio or video signals on discs
• H04N 5/765 - Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus
• H04N 21/00 - Selective content distribution, e.g. interactive television or video on demand [VOD]
• H04N 9/82 - Transformation of the television signal for recording, e.g. modulation, frequency changingInverse transformation for playback the individual colour picture signal components being recorded simultaneously only
• H04N 21/218 - Source of audio or video content, e.g. local disk arrays

Abstract

An automated video editing system uses user inputs and metadata combined with machine learning technology to gradually improve editing techniques as more footage is edited. The system is designed to work primarily with a network of automated video recording systems that use cooperative tracking methods. The system is also designed to improve tracking algorithms used in cooperative tracking and to enable systems to begin using image recognition based tracking when the results of machine learning are utilized.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 21/60 - Network structure or processes for video distribution between server and client or between remote clientsControl signalling between clients, server and network componentsTransmission of management data between server and clientCommunication details between server and client
• H04N 21/231 - Content storage operation, e.g. caching movies for short term storage, replicating data over plural servers or prioritizing data for deletion
• H04N 21/218 - Source of audio or video content, e.g. local disk arrays

Abstract

A video sharing method for automatic video recording and for sharing recorded videos, comprising: registering specialized equipment and users; accepting and storing video files and music files; building searchable databases of uploaded video and music files; accepting user requests; selecting a music file; playing video files accompanied with the selected music file; and soliciting and accepting user feedback. A system plays video files at a user's request accompanied with music clips if desired.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/173 - Analogue secrecy systemsAnalogue subscription systems with two-way working, e.g. subscriber sending a programme selection signal
• H04N 21/2743 - Video hosting of uploaded data from client
• H04N 21/433 - Content storage operation, e.g. storage operation in response to a pause request or caching operations
• H04N 21/437 - Interfacing the upstream path of the transmission network, e.g. for transmitting client requests to a VOD server
• H04N 21/218 - Source of audio or video content, e.g. local disk arrays
• H04N 21/237 - Communication with additional data server
• H04N 21/2665 - Gathering content from different sources, e.g. Internet and satellite
• H04N 21/4788 - Supplemental services, e.g. displaying phone caller identification or shopping application communicating with other users, e.g. chatting
• H04N 21/2747 - Remote storage of video programs received via the downstream path, e.g. from the server
• H04N 21/234 - Processing of video elementary streams, e.g. splicing of video streams or manipulating encoded video stream scene graphs
• H04N 21/239 - Interfacing the upstream path of the transmission network, e.g. prioritizing client requests
• H04N 21/25 - Management operations performed by the server for facilitating the content distribution or administrating data related to end-users or client devices, e.g. end-user or client device authentication or learning user preferences for recommending movies
• H04N 21/258 - Client or end-user data management, e.g. managing client capabilities, user preferences or demographics or processing of multiple end-users preferences to derive collaborative data
• H04N 21/475 - End-user interface for inputting end-user data, e.g. PIN [Personal Identification Number] or preference data
• H04N 21/4784 - Supplemental services, e.g. displaying phone caller identification or shopping application receiving rewards
• H04N 21/61 - Network physical structureSignal processing
• H04N 21/81 - Monomedia components thereof
• H04N 21/858 - Linking data to content, e.g. by linking an URL to a video object or by creating a hotspot

Abstract

System and methods for pointing a device, such as a camera, at a remote target wherein the pointing of the device is controlled by a combination of location information obtained by global positioning technology and orientation information obtained by line of sight detection of the direction from the device to the target.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 19/14 - Receivers specially adapted for specific applications
• G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
• G01S 3/785 - Systems for determining direction or deviation from predetermined direction using adjustment of orientation of directivity characteristics of a detector or detector system to give a desired condition of signal derived from that detector or detector system
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• G01S 3/786 - Systems for determining direction or deviation from predetermined direction using adjustment of orientation of directivity characteristics of a detector or detector system to give a desired condition of signal derived from that detector or detector system the desired condition being maintained automatically

Abstract

This invention relates to the automatic pointing of a pointing device, such as a camera, without the assistance of a person who operates the camera. Systems and methods are disclosed wherein the system is substantially stationary during recording but is portable to the venue of recording. For the purpose of recording, the camera turns automatically to optically follow the person, animal, or object that is being recorded. The present invention provides for high quality video recording; the high quality video recording here refers to features of the inventive systems and methods that provide for smooth camera motion necessary to take enjoyable videos for personal or for commercial use. This invention provides a portable system that automatically records videos from the vantage point of a sports fan, of a spectator or of a competition judge.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• H04N 5/222 - Studio circuitryStudio devicesStudio equipment
• G06F 3/033 - Pointing devices displaced or positioned by the userAccessories therefor

Abstract

A network of systems to automatically record videos of one or multiple freely moving subjects using one or multiple cameras. The networked systems employ essential software for recording high quality videos. The network allows the development and use of additional software applications that modify and supplement the essential software. The network of systems further provides features for posting, playing, and streaming videos on a dedicated website, video hosting websites, and/or on social networking websites.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 21/63 - Control signaling between client, server and network componentsNetwork processes for video distribution between server and clients, e.g. transmitting basic layer and enhancement layers over different transmission paths, setting up a peer-to-peer communication via Internet between remote STB'sCommunication protocolsAddressing
• H04N 21/231 - Content storage operation, e.g. caching movies for short term storage, replicating data over plural servers or prioritizing data for deletion
• H04N 21/6433 - DSM-CC [Digital Storage Media - Command and Control Protocol]

Goods & Services

Computer hardware for tracking objects

Abstract

A remotely controlled automatic camera tracking system for self-photography is disclosed. The systems hereof combine the functions of remote camera operation, including closed loop automatic zoom control, and camera tracking by employing a system architecture that eliminates the requirement to have microprocessors coupled to the tracking station for the calculation of range and bearing. The system enables range and bearing information to be viewed by the operator, if desired, and conserves radio power.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control

Abstract

A remotely controlled automatic camera tracking system for self-photography is disclosed. The systems hereof combine the functions of remote camera operation, including closed loop automatic zoom control, and camera tracking by employing a system architecture that eliminates the requirement to have microprocessors coupled to the tracking station for the calculation of range and bearing. The system enables range and bearing information to be viewed by the operator, if desired, and conserves radio power.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• H04N 5/225 - Television cameras

Abstract

A video sharing method for automatic video recording and for sharing recorded videos, comprising: registering specialized equipment and users; accepting and storing video files and music files; building searchable databases of uploaded video and music files; accepting user requests; selecting a music file; playing video files accompanied with the selected music file; and soliciting and accepting user feedback. A system plays video files at a user's request accompanied with music clips if desired.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 21/60 - Network structure or processes for video distribution between server and client or between remote clientsControl signalling between clients, server and network componentsTransmission of management data between server and clientCommunication details between server and client
• H04N 21/4788 - Supplemental services, e.g. displaying phone caller identification or shopping application communicating with other users, e.g. chatting

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for automatic video recording of sporting events involving multiple participants.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/77 - Interface circuits between an apparatus for recording and another apparatus between a recording apparatus and a television camera
• H04N 5/225 - Television cameras

Abstract

System and methods for pointing a device, such as a camera, at a remote target wherein the pointing of the device is controlled by a combination of location information obtained by global positioning technology and orientation information obtained by line of sight detection of the direction from the device to the target.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/225 - Television cameras
• G01S 17/06 - Systems determining position data of a target

Abstract

The automatic video recording systems disclosed comprise a remote device associated with a recorded subject, is waterproof and shockproof, assists in orienting a recording camera at the subject, senses voice commands, and records sound and the voice of the subject. The apparatus may be built using various degrees of integration of its components. The related methods hereof include automatically adjusting the focus and zoom of the camera depending on the location and velocity of the subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast

Abstract

System and methods for pointing a device, such as a camera, at a remote target wherein the pointing of the device is controlled by a combination of location information obtained by global positioning technology and orientation information obtained by line of sight detection of the direction from the device to the target.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• G01S 3/785 - Systems for determining direction or deviation from predetermined direction using adjustment of orientation of directivity characteristics of a detector or detector system to give a desired condition of signal derived from that detector or detector system

Abstract

Anti-theft protection systems and methods for portable devices, such as portable electronic devices, that are unattended during use. The anti-theft protection systems and methods use a combination of measures including mechanical aspects, such as tethering the device to an object that is difficult to move, and electronic aspects that detect unauthorized movement and or alarm the user or other responsible party if unauthorized movement occurs.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 73/00 - Devices for locking portable objects against unauthorised removalLocking devices not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• F16M 11/32 - Undercarriages for supports with three or more telescoping legs
• F16M 11/28 - Undercarriages for supports with one single telescoping pillar
• E05B 45/06 - Electric alarm locks

Abstract

Anti-theft protection systems and methods for portable devices, such as portable electronic devices, that are unattended during use. The anti-theft protection systems and methods use a combination of measures including mechanical aspects, such as tethering the device to an object that is difficult to move, and electronic aspects that detect unauthorized movement and or alarm the user or other responsible party if unauthorized movement occurs.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 15/00 - Identifying, scaring or incapacitating burglars, thieves or intruders, e.g. by explosives
• G01S 19/01 - Satellite radio beacon positioning systems transmitting time-stamped messages, e.g. GPS [Global Positioning System], GLONASS [Global Orbiting Navigation Satellite System] or GALILEO
• G01C 22/00 - Measuring distance traversed on the ground by vehicles, persons, animals or other moving solid bodies, e.g. using odometers or using pedometers

Abstract

This invention relates to the automatic pointing of a pointing device, such as a camera, without the assistance of a person who operates the camera. Systems and methods are disclosed wherein the system is substantially stationary during recording but is portable to the venue of recording. For the purpose of recording, the camera turns automatically to optically follow the person, animal, or object that is being recorded. The present invention provides for high quality video recording; the high quality video recording here refers to features of the inventive systems and methods that provide for smooth camera motion necessary to take enjoyable videos for personal or for commercial use. This invention provides a portable system that automatically records videos from the vantage point of a sports fan, of a spectator or of a competition judge.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control

Abstract

This invention relates to the automatic pointing of a pointing device, such as a camera, without the assistance of a person who operates the camera. Systems and methods are disclosed wherein the system is substantially stationary during recording but is portable to the venue of recording. For the purpose of recording, the camera turns automatically to optically follow the person, animal, or object that is being recorded. The present invention provides for high quality video recording; the high quality video recording here refers to features of the inventive systems and methods that provide for smooth camera motion necessary to take enjoyable videos for personal or for commercial use. This invention provides a portable system that automatically records videos from the vantage point of a sports fan, of a spectator or of a competition judge.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
• H04N 5/57 - Control of contrast or brightness

Goods & Services

Computer hardware for tracking objects

Goods & Services

Computer hardware for tracking objects