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7468778 Virtual studio system  
A method of providing a visual representation of a scene to a participant in a studio is provided, wherein the studio is arranged to be viewed by a camera to provide a camera image and has at least...
7414698 Captioning system and method  
A system for providing closed-caption text in a movie theater wherein the caption information is only visible to those patrons wishing to view the text, comprising a projector projecting a...
7405801 System and method for Pulfrich Filter Spectacles  
Pulfrich Filter Spectacles to view a 2-dimensional motion picture with 3-dimensional visual effects are disclosed. A method for synchronizing the Puifrich filter spectacles and a method of...
7394519 System and method for audio encoding and counterfeit tracking a motion picture  
A system and method is provided for encoding an identifiable code into the audio content of a motion picture. The audio content is altered in at least one specific pre-selected location in the...
7295281 System and method for adaptive marking and coding of film prints  
A system and method for marking, coding and tracking a film print in an efficient, adaptive and customized manner for providing unique and robust identification of each individual film print and...
7170577 Targeted anti-piracy system and methodology  
A movie anti-piracy system with sensing and reporting is provided. A movie projector projects a light image to reflect off of a screen, while an infrared energy projection source generates an...
7154579 Fragrance delivery for multimedia systems  
A system for fragrance sensory stimulation synchronized to a multimedia source connected to an audiovisual display is disclosed. A fragrance generator processes fragrance information from the...
7030956 Optical intensity modulation method and system, and optical state modulation apparatus  
An optical intensity modulation having a periodicity in the temporal domain is applied on an optical state of an original display image, being displayed on a projection screen or a display screen,...
6983082 Reality-based light environment for digital imaging in motion pictures  
Image-based lighting for use in rendering of digital objects is derived from image data collected from a real motion-picture set. The image data includes sets of correlated images at different...
6842218 Scent delivery system  
The scent delivery system employs a single conduit with a nasal interface at one end and a fan or canister of compressed air at the other end. In between the two ends a scent injection device is...
6809792 Spectral watermarking for motion picture image data  
An apparatus and method for forming a substantially invisible watermark or copy-deterrent pattern within a motion picture frame that utilizes spectral image data in order to apply a pattern that is...
6803987 Portable scent delivery system  
A portable device is disclosed which can deliver various combinations of scents in rapid succession directly to a user's nose. The device uses a blower fan ( 2 ) which forces air through a...
6784971 Digital projecting apparatus and method with asymmetrical stroboscopy  
A digital projector that projects moving images from a data stream also generates black intervals selected to induce a stroboscopic effect in a viewer's eye. The black signals are interspaced with...
6783084 Method and apparatus for olfactory stimulation  
A method and apparatus for delivering aromatic substances for olfactory stimulation, treatment and/or therapy which includes a delivery assembly including a chamber into which air is introduced and...
6771349 Anti-piracy protection system and methodology  
This invention relates generally to a movie anti-piracy system with sensing and reporting features. A movie projector projects a light image to reflect off of a screen, while an infrared energy...
6744488 Olfactory special effects system  
An olfactory special effects system includes a plurality of scent cartridges that contain respective substances for generating different scents. The system also includes a scent delivery unit...
6727971 Apparatus and method for curved screen projection  
Apparatus and methods for recording and projecting images on curved screens in a manner that imparts to an audience a sense of immersion in the projected scene. The screen is usually a segment of a...
6654664 Multimedia and scent storage medium and playback apparatus  
The multimedia and scent storage medium described herein comprises a multimedia storage region for storing multimedia information; a scent storage region for storing multiple scents; scent...
6624874 Apparatus and method for inserting an updateable hidden image into an optical path  
An apparatus for optically embedding hidden data in a source image, wherein the hidden data is updateable in real-time, the apparatus includes (a) optical masks bearing a data image and an encoding...
6584374 Cooking system and method for controlling the same  
Disclosed is a cooking system comprising a cooking apparatus having a main body formed with a cooking chamber and a cooker driver cooking food within the cooking chamber; an aroma generator...
6556272 Multimedia and scent storage medium and playback apparatus  
The multimedia and scent storage medium described herein comprises a multimedia storage region for storing multimedia information; a scent storage region for storing multiple scents; scent...
6542217 Scent storage device, ticket and passive sequential resistor array for use with same  
A resistor array including a series of spaced first conductor members, a series of initially substantially non-conductive switches respectively connecting adjacent first conductor members to one...
6339680 Selectable multi-lens disposable camera  
The present invention 10 discloses a rotatable disc 12 which is pivotally 54 mounted onto the front of a disposable camera housing 52 having a plurality of user selectable rotatable lens ...
6239857 Process and device for the synchronous addition of odors to visual and/or acoustic stimulation  
In a process for increasing the sensual perception of visual and/or acoustic stimulations, especially in cinemas, theaters, concert and lecture halls and in slide shows, videos, television...
6169595 Multimedia linked scent delivery system  
A device to deliver various combinations of scents in rapid succession to a user's nose in conjunction with video graphic images and or sounds. The device consists of an air compressor which forces...
6090344 Method and system for generating scent from independently releasable sources of scent causing agents  
The system for and a method of generating a scent and an image based upon a coded signal transmitted from a remote location, and the scent is generated from a dry scent carrying medium which...
6052539 Camera that produces a special effect  
A camera that produces a special photographic effect known as a "freeze" by simultaneously photographing an active subject from multiple perspectives. Multiple individual cameras are operated via a...
5963302 Process and device for diffusing perfumes that accurately correspond to events or scenes during cinematographic representations and the like  
The invention relates to a process for intensifying sensorial perception of an audience in attendance of a visual and/or acoustic representation by introducing scents in synchronism with the visual...
5940167 Process and apparatus for displaying an animated image  
A process for displaying an animated likeness of the face of a character, includes the steps of (a) providing a face screen having a three-dimensional representation of the face of the character;...
5898475 Precision fragrance dispenser apparatus  
A method of dispensing fragrances includes selecting a fragrance dispenser apparatus having have a plurality of fragrance dispensers each having a fragrance release portion positioned for...
5881321 Camera motion sensing system  
Inertial sensors are incorporated into the structure of a motion picture or video camera, to detect its movement along three orthogonal axes, as well as angular rotation about the three axes....
5760873 Process and device for the synchronous addition of odours to visual and/or acoustic stimulation  
In a process for increasing the sensual perception of visual and/or acoustic stimulations, especially in cinemas, theatres, concert and lecture halls and in slide shows, videos, television...
5579064 Compact anamorphic motion picture system  
A method is described for producing Cinemascope-type motion picture images that have a large aspect ratio (e.g. 2.35 to 1), which enables their high quality projection using moderately priced...
5487665 Video display system and method for generating and individually positioning high resolution inset images  
A visual display system and method according to the present invention includes an inset image generator for producing video signals representative of a plurality of inset images and an inset image...
5433670 Compact simulator system theater  
A compact theater for use with a simulator system includes a motion base moveable only along three mutually orthogonal displacement axes by means of displaceable actuators. A projector and screen...
5321396 Indexing of audio/video data  
This invention relates to a system for monitoring the movements of people in an office or other environment. Each room to be monitored has within it a sensor responsive to signals transmitted by...
5289215 Variable-position lens-mounting accessory for motion-picture cameras, and method of use  
The device permits swing, shift, tilt and rise-and-fall movements between a lens and a motion-picture camera to manipulate focal relations and image shapes. Preferably the device rests on rails...
5242306 Video graphic system and process for wide field color display  
A graphics system provides color image displays including a low resolution, wide field background and a contained high resolution area of interest, by projecting three component color images at...
5159362 Dimensional transformation system and related method of creating visual effects  
A dimensional transformation apparatus and related method for creating visual effects for use in live and prerecorded entertainment. The system engages an elastic projection screen with a...
5153620 Process for processing motion picture film to reduce strobing  
A method of creating motion picture film reduces strobing effect and increases resolution and density. Images are recorded on a first frame of the film from two frames viewed by the camera. These...
5125041 Still image processing method for blurring an image background and producing a visual flowing effect  
A still image processing method which can execute the effective flowing process is provided. In this method, when the flowing process is executed by shifting some or all of the pixels constituting...
5051835 Digital processing of theatrical film  
A system for processing images in digital format for use on theatrical film. Three digital cameras record RGB image components in a frame-by-frame basis. These components are stored and presented...
5026152 Enhanced cinema system  
An enhanced cinema system for use with a movie screen using a fog-like gas released from a plurality of retractable shafts having slits. The plurality of shafts may spin to generate a fog effect...
5015933 Seat base motion controller  
The Seat Base Motion Controller provides automated control of seat motion for seat systems employed in providing combined visual and motion experience for patrons in amusement rides and the like....
4968132 Traveling matte extraction system  
A process for producing a traveling matte by first converting a first picture including a foreground and a background image to an electronic form into computer memory. Then, converting a second...
4919197 Atmosphere control apparatus for theaters  
The atmosphere control apparatus of the present invention employs first and second chambers located for example, adjacent the ceiling and adjacent the floor of the audience seating section of the...
4874162 Motion picture amusement ride  
An amusement ride is provided, of the type that moves and tilts passengers viewing a motion picture, which is more versatile than prior rides. A plurality of passenger-holding frames is provided,...
4838685 Methods and apparatus for motion estimation in motion picture processing  
Methods and apparatus for motion estimation in motion picture processing are disclosed in which an initial velocity vector is selected as an estimation of the displacement of a region from a...
4798376 Amusement ride apparatus with a plurality of individually tiltable frames  
An amusement ride is provided, of the type that moves and tilts passengers viewing a motion picture, which is more versatile than prior rides. A plurality of passenger-holding frames is provided,...
4725135 Optical entertainment of amusement structure and device  
An entertainment or amusement device or structure (10), having an elongate chamber (18) bounded along it length by at least three elongate, substantially planar walls (22, 24) with at least two...
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