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This patent covers a virtual reality system for sensing facial movements for generating data to manipulate a computer generated animation
(US Patent 6121953)
This patent covers a virtual reality environment generating apparatus that includes a content creation device configured to create a content based on information from various sensors
(US Patent Application 20100245237)
Conclusion
In view of the value of innovations in the rapidly evolving fields of virtual reality and procuring patent protection for such innovations should be a priority for companies operating in these spaces. Recent case law has arguably made obtaining patent protection within the virtual reality space a bit more complicated. As a result, it is important for companies to work closely with counsel who understands the impact of these cases, and can provide proactive advice on enhancing obtained protection under the new paradigm.
Sheppard Mullin is a leader in the digital media and interactive entertainment space. We offer, to qualified companies, customized presentations on developing comprehensive patent and other IP protection strategies for VR related inventions.
For information please contact James Gatto, who co-leads this team, at jgatto@sheppardmullin.com
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