Patents by Inventor Richard D. Lindheim

Richard D. Lindheim has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20110076648
    Abstract: A simulation system provides a simulated environment to at least one user in a simulation area. The simulation system includes a video system configured to provide high definition video of the simulated environment across a field of view of the user. The video system provides high definition live action video. The simulation system also includes an audio system configured to provide high definition audio related to the provided high definition video of the simulated environment and a motion system configured to move the at least one user on x, y, and z axes to simulate movement in the simulated environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2009
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Inventors: Richard D. Lindheim, David B. Wertheimer, Robert Wolterstorff, Monty Lunde, Craig Barr
  • Publication number: 20040113887
    Abstract: An interactive environment that is partially real and partially simulated. The environment may include a structure, at least one real, three-dimensional object, at least one computer-controlled display, at least one sensor, and a processing system in communication with the display and the sensor. The processing system may be configured to deliver a sequence of images to the display, the content of which may be a function of the interaction between the individual and the scene. The structure, real object and images on the display may cooperate to form a seamless and integrated scene. Construction in the form of a modular system is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2003
    Publication date: June 17, 2004
    Applicant: University of Southern California
    Inventors: Jackson Jarrell Pair, Ulrich Neumann, William R. Swartout, Richard D. Lindheim
  • Publication number: 20030091970
    Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed for advanced leadership training simulation wherein the simulation teaches skills in leadership and related topics through an Internet-based distance-learning architecture. The distance-learning features link trainees at remote locations into a single collaborative experience via computer networks. Instructional storylines are created and programmed into a computer and then delivered as a simulated but realistic story to one or more participants. The participants' reactions are monitored and compared with expected results. The storyline may be altered in response to the participants' responses, and synthetic characters may be generated to act as automated participants or coaches. Constructive feedback is provided to the participants during or after the simulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2001
    Publication date: May 15, 2003
    Applicant: ALTSIM, INC. AND UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
    Inventors: Nathaniel A. Fast, Andrew S. Gordon, Randall W. Hill, Nicholas V. Iuppa, Richard D. Lindheim, William R. Swartout