Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to a travel case for a portable Pepper's Ghost Illusion setup. In particular, various embodiments are described that provide a road case that folds out into a Pepper's Ghost Illusion system, allowing for extended portability. Specifically, in one embodiment, the portable case may be built for air travel (e.g., less than 50 pounds and less than or equal to 62 linear inches (H+W+D)), using a panel display and space-saving designs for legs, holographic foil and frame, and other components (e.g., remotes, wires, etc.). For example, foam used for cushioning and packaging can double as a stage.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to a dual-sided Pepper's Ghost Illusion is shown and described. In particular, various embodiments are described that allow using multiple image sources (e.g., projected bounces and/or panel displays) so the holographic image can be seen from both sides of the holographic system. In one embodiment, a specifically designed “Z frame” may be used to minimize the visible components in such a dual-sided system (e.g., particularly for smaller displays).

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to providing a visual effect background that may be added behind a transparent holographic projection screen (e.g., of a Pepper's Ghost Illusion system) that provides for greater scenic depth behind the holographic projection, regardless of the amount of actual physical space behind the transparent screen. The background, which may be used for projection-based holographic projections or video panel display projections, generally establishes an optical illusion of depth behind the holographic images (producing a depth perception or “perspective” that gives a greater appearance of depth or distance behind a holographic projection).

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to creating a holographic image (e.g., in line with Pepper's Ghost Illusion) using a low-profile bounce chamber. As described herein, a bounce is provided at an angle (e.g., a 45-degree angle) to a holographic screen/foil in a Pepper's Ghost Illusion setup. One the same side of the bounce is an image projector that directs an image onto a mirror, which then reflects and disperses the image onto the bounce. In one embodiment, the bounce is a rear projection bounce, under which the projector and mirror reside. In another embodiment, the projector and mirror are arranged for a front projection bounce.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to a travel case for a portable Pepper's Ghost Illusion setup. In particular, various embodiments are described that provide a road case that folds out into a Pepper's Ghost Illusion system, allowing for extended portability. Specifically, in one embodiment, the portable case may be built for air travel (e.g., less than 50 pounds and less than or equal to 62 linear inches (H+W+D)), using a panel display and space-saving designs for legs, holographic foil and frame, and other components (e.g., remotes, wires, etc.). For example, foam used for cushioning and packaging can double as a stage.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to three-dimensional image sources for an enhanced Pepper's Ghost Illusion. In one embodiment, a contoured bounce is described, allowing for contorting a bounce to different shapes, giving it enhanced three-dimensional (3D) effect. For instance, the bounce may include certain topography (raised portions), or else may actually comprise various 3D shapes (e.g., cubes, semi-spheres, etc.). In another embodiment, a multi-level image source is described, allowing for multiple image sources (e.g., projected bounces and/or panel displays) to be used and placed at different heights with respect to a transparent viewing screen, thus projecting images that appear at various depths, increasing the three-dimensional (3D) effect of the Pepper's Ghost Illusion. In addition, in one embodiment, the heights of the image sources may be adjusted (e.g., dynamically), making corresponding holographic images change their depth perspective to an audience, further enhancing the 3D effect.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to a dual-sided Pepper's Ghost Illusion is shown and described. In particular, various embodiments are described that allow using multiple image sources (e.g., projected bounces and/or panel displays) so the holographic image can be seen from both sides of the holographic system. In one embodiment, a specifically designed “Z frame” may be used to minimize the visible components in such a dual-sided system (e.g., particularly for smaller displays).

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to creating a holographic image (e.g., in line with Pepper's Ghost Illusion) with a panel display (e.g., Plasma, liquid crystal display (LCD), light-emitting diode (LED), etc.) as the light source for the holographic image. As described herein, such displays may include any size display, such as ranging from personal electronic equipment (e.g., watches, mobile phones, tablets, laptops, monitors, televisions, etc.) through to stage-sized displays for larger venues (e.g., concerts, stage shows, etc.). In addition, a diffusion layer may be provided in order to reduce or generally eliminate a “Moiré effect” that occurs due to physical properties of the interaction between the panel display and transparent screen.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to providing a visual effect background that may be added behind a transparent holographic projection screen (e.g., of a Pepper's Ghost Illusion system) that provides for greater scenic depth behind the holographic projection, regardless of the amount of actual physical space behind the transparent screen. The background, which may be used for projection-based holographic projections or video panel display projections, generally establishes an optical illusion of depth behind the holographic images (producing a depth perception or “perspective” that gives a greater appearance of depth or distance behind a holographic projection).

Abstract: Systems and methods herein are directed to creating a holographic image (e.g., in line with Pepper's Ghost Illusion) using a low-profile bounce chamber. As described herein, a bounce is provided at an angle (e.g., a 45-degree angle) to a holographic screen/foil in a Pepper's Ghost Illusion setup. One the same side of the bounce is an image projector that directs an image onto a minor, which then reflects and disperses the image onto the bounce. In one embodiment, the bounce is a rear projection bounce, under which the projector and minor reside. In another embodiment, the projector and minor are arranged for a front projection bounce.