Yamaha had three patents in edtech during Q4 2023. Yamaha Corp’s patent for an information processing system involves displaying observation images of a keyboard instrument along with reference images of a performer’s hands and fingers playing a different keyboard instrument. This system aims to assist users in learning and replicating musical performances. GlobalData’s report on Yamaha gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Yamaha grant share with edtech as a theme is 0% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Information processing system and computer system implemented method of processing information (Patent ID: US20230326357A1)
The patent filed by Yamaha Corp. describes an information processing system that includes an image obtaining circuit and a display control circuit. The image obtaining circuit captures observation images of a first keyboard of a keyboard instrument, while the display control circuit shows these images along with reference images of a reference performer playing a second keyboard. The reference images display the performer's hand and fingers overlapping the first keyboard in the observation images. The system aims to provide visual guidance for users by displaying the reference performer's movements in relation to the keys being played.
The system also includes features such as identifying reference positions on the keyboard, adjusting transmission parameters based on performance analysis, displaying reference images based on operation positions and performance points, and receiving moving image data to display corresponding reference images. Additionally, the method of processing information involves obtaining observation images of a keyboard instrument and displaying them along with reference images of a reference performer playing a different keyboard. The method aims to provide visual guidance for users by showing the performer's hand and fingers overlapping the keys in the observation images. Overall, the system and method described in the patent focus on enhancing the learning and performance experience for keyboard players by providing visual references and guidance.
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