WO2002057896A3 - Interactive virtual assistant - Google Patents

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WO2002057896A3
WO2002057896A3 PCT/GB2002/000202 GB0200202W WO02057896A3 WO 2002057896 A3 WO2002057896 A3 WO 2002057896A3 GB 0200202 W GB0200202 W GB 0200202W WO 02057896 A3 WO02057896 A3 WO 02057896A3
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task
user
virtual assistant
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interactive virtual
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Christopher Ball
Michael Hambly
James Robertson
Matthew Caryl
Robert Mcmillan
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Digital Animations Group Plc
Christopher Ball
Michael Hambly
James Robertson
Matthew Caryl
Robert Mcmillan
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06F—ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING
    • G06F3/00—Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computer; Output arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
    • G06F3/01—Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
    • G06F3/048—Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI]
    • G06F3/0481—Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] based on specific properties of the displayed interaction object or a metaphor-based environment, e.g. interaction with desktop elements like windows or icons, or assisted by a cursor's changing behaviour or appearance

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A method of providing an interactive virtual assistant (IVA) is described, the method including the steps of receiving input from a user; processing the input to determine a task to be performed; performing the task; and generating and displaying an animated virtual character in response to the user. Also described is an apparatus for implementing such a method. The type of task to be performed depends on the role which the IVA is to perform. A number of embodiments are described, ranging from a virtual receptionist to a museum guide. Possible tasks include alerting a third party to the presence of a visitor; guiding a user around an exhibition; or arranging meetings and conferences via IVAs belonging to third parties.
PCT/GB2002/000202 2001-01-22 2002-01-18 Interactive virtual assistant WO2002057896A2 (en)

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