Video-based image control system

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2011-03-01

2011-03-01

Dharia, Prabodh M (Department: 2629)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Display peripheral interface input device

C345S002100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07898522

ABSTRACT:
A method of using stereo vision to interface with computer is provided. The method includes capturing a stereo image, and processing the stereo image to determine position information of an object in the stereo image. The object is controlled by a user. The method also includes communicating the position information to the computer to allow the user to interact with a computer application.

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