Conversational interface agent

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2006-03-28

2006-03-28

Nguyen, Phu K. (Department: 2673)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Computer graphics processing

Animation

C704S231000, C704S260000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07019749

ABSTRACT:
A video rewrite technique for rendering a talking head or agent completely simulates a conversation by including a waiting or listening state. Smooth transitions are provided to and from a talking state.

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