METHOD FOR OPERATING VIRTUAL REALITY GLASSES IN A VEHICLE AND VIRTUAL REALITY SYSTEM WITH VIRTUAL REALITY GLASSES AND A VEHICLE

Smart overview of the Invention

A method has been developed to operate virtual reality (VR) glasses within a vehicle, aimed at minimizing the risk of motion sickness for the user. The system integrates both the VR glasses and the vehicle, evaluating the vehicle's movement to adjust the displayed virtual environment accordingly. By processing image data into separate background and foreground datasets, the system can create a more harmonious visual experience that aligns with the user's physical motion.

Understanding Motion Sickness in VR

Users of VR glasses often experience travel sickness due to conflicting sensory signals. When inside a moving vehicle, the body senses motion while the VR glasses may display static or misleading visuals, leading to discomfort known as kinetosis. Previous solutions have focused on generating new visual content that corresponds to the vehicle's movement, but this can be complex and time-consuming.

Image Processing Technique

The innovative method involves processing existing virtual images rather than creating new ones. It begins by receiving movement data from the vehicle's sensors, which track speed, acceleration, and other dynamics. This data is then utilized to split the virtual surroundings into background and foreground image datasets using established image processing algorithms such as edge detection or artificial intelligence.

Determining Lateral Offsets

After separating the image data, the system calculates a lateral offset between foreground objects and their background based on the vehicle's movement. This adjustment allows for a relative shift of objects in the foreground, which can help reduce the likelihood of motion sickness by ensuring that visual stimuli are more consistent with physical sensations experienced by the user.

Final Display Adjustments

The processed image data is then utilized to create an updated virtual environment that reflects these lateral offsets. By displaying this adjusted virtual surroundings through the VR glasses, users experience a more synchronized interaction with their environment, effectively lowering the risk of kinetosis while enjoying immersive virtual experiences during travel.