Specialized In-Game Subtitles for Niche Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept adapts automatic in-game subtitles and closed captions for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, or extreme weather conditions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent on automatic in-game subtitles and closed captions provides a foundation for generating subtitles in real-time. However, this technology lacks consideration for specialized environments, where security, reliability, and adaptability are paramount. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by introducing tailored subtitle generation systems for high-security gaming environments, disaster relief gaming environments, and gaming overlays for extreme weather conditions.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a secure audio stream processor, a subtitle generator, and a display position analyzer. In high-security gaming environments, the subtitle generator utilizes a voice profile database to identify in-game speakers and set display positions proximate to associated in-game objects. For disaster relief gaming environments, the method includes identifying in-game speakers and setting display positions based on the multiplayer mode. The gaming overlay application for extreme weather conditions incorporates a subtitle generator and a display position analyzer to provide real-time subtitles.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces novel adaptations of the original patent's technology for specialized environments, including high-security needs, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions. The inventive step lies in the integration of security features, voice profile databases, and multiplayer mode considerations to provide reliable and adaptable subtitle generation systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include subtitle generation systems for other niche environments, such as gaming environments for people with disabilities or virtual reality gaming experiences. Variations could involve different subtitle display formats, such as augmented reality or 3D subtitles.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the gaming industry, particularly in the areas of high-security gaming, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions. Target industries include gaming companies, government agencies, and organizations involved in disaster relief efforts.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63F13/53 |
| A | A63 | A63F13/87 |
| G | G10 | G10L17/06 |
| G | G10 | G10L17/26 |
| A | A63 | A63F2300/303 |
| A | A63 | A63F2300/572 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Interactive Gaming Systems, Audio Processing, and Subtitle Generation Technologies with expertise in real-time multimedia stream analysis, voice recognition, and user interface design for gaming environments
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled professional with advanced degrees in computer science, software engineering, or multimedia systems engineering, possessing expertise in natural language processing, audio stream analysis, and interactive gaming interface design
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the PTD's specialized subtitle generation techniques represent predictable variations of the source patent's core subtitle generation methodology. The fundamental technical approach of analyzing audio and video streams to generate contextually positioned subtitles remains consistent across both the source patent and the PTD. The proposed niche environment adaptations represent logical extensions of existing subtitle generation technologies that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,877 |
|---|---|
| Title | Automatic in-game subtitles and closed captions |
| Assignee(s) | ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES, INC., ATI Technologies ULC |