JP4173079B2 - Video system - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a video system.

  Recently, research on virtual reality and development of devices have been actively conducted. Virtual reality is a technology that provides a human with a virtual space by using an image produced by a computer program. For example, as is done in a game machine, when wearing glasses like goggles, a virtual space created with virtual reality appears in the field of view. A person on a game machine that moves according to the scene of the virtual space feels the acceleration generated by the movement and is given a sense of reality. In this way, the person on the game machine can experience the world of virtual reality.

However, virtual reality uses computer graphics to produce video, and creating such a program requires a great deal of effort. In other words, the creation of computer graphics, which are virtual reality software, inevitably requires a long creation period and an increase in cost, and it is difficult to enrich a variety of sosts.
In addition, there is a problem that video by computer graphics is animated and is not sufficient in terms of reality.
In addition, virtual reality wears goggles-like glasses for viewing images. Certainly, the person may be able to enter the virtual space, but the sense of being isolated is not wiped out. In other words, things cannot be consulted with others, and if this is advanced to the ultimate, there is a risk that consciousness may be modulated.

  Further, the conventional screen display means such as a television for displaying video has a problem that the image cannot be sensed in depth because the screen is flat. Therefore, there is a problem that a virtual space cannot be suitably created even if such screen display means is used.

  Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a video system capable of creating a virtual space with a simple configuration and improved image clarity and realism.

  The present invention has the following configuration in order to achieve the above object.

That is, the video system of the present invention includes a plurality of video recording cameras arranged in different directions, a video recording medium for recording video recorded using the plurality of video recording cameras, and the video A playback device that plays back video recording on a recording medium, and a screen display that displays the video played back by the playback device that is incorporated in each wall surface of the room, corresponding to each direction of the plurality of video recording cameras. And a plurality of screen display means arranged in front of each screen and provided in a frame shape so as to form a window facing the screen at a position away from each screen by a predetermined distance. In the predetermined range in which the position of the eyes of the viewer moves, the edge of the screen is hidden by the edge of the window, and the size of the window is such that the window cannot be seen except for the screen. Smaller than the screen Characterized by comprising a screen window frame.

The video system according to the present invention includes a plurality of video recording cameras arranged in different directions, a transmission device that transmits video information recorded using the plurality of video recording cameras, and the transmission Receiving device for receiving video information transmitted by the device and the video information obtained by the receiving device incorporated in each wall surface of the room corresponding to each direction of the plurality of video recording cameras. A screen display means for displaying at each position; and a plurality of screen display means arranged in front of each screen and provided in a frame shape so as to form a window facing the screen at a predetermined distance from each screen And within a predetermined range in which the position of the eye of the person viewing the screen moves in front of the screen, the edge of the screen is hidden by the edge of the window so that only the screen can be seen in the window. The size of the window is Characterized by comprising a small provided the screen window frame than the screen.

  Further, the screen window frame is provided integrally with an outer wall portion of the main body of the screen display means, or a side wall portion provided so as to be fitted on the screen display means, and from the edge of the side wall portion inwardly. A front portion extended in a required width toward the screen, and a folded wall extending from the inner periphery of the front portion toward the screen in a width (T) that does not reach the screen, and is surrounded by the folded wall. The window is formed by a space.

According to the video system of the present invention, the screen display means is incorporated in the wall of the room, and the window frame for the screen is provided for the screen of the screen display means. Such a feeling can be obtained and the reality can be improved. In this way, the virtual environment experience room, which is a room provided with a virtual window, can make the room a virtual (virtual) space. That is, it is possible to provide a virtual space with a simple structure and improved image clarity and realism. Specifically, by placing a window window frame provided in a frame shape in front of each screen at a predetermined distance from each screen so as to form a window facing the screen, there is a depth. It makes it possible to provide a virtual space with an improved sense of presence by making the viewer feel like an image or a three-dimensional image. The video system according to the present invention can be suitably applied to restaurants, coffee shops, saloons, hospital rooms, waiting rooms, and the like. Furthermore, the video system of the present invention can be applied as an in-house facility in a movie theater, a theater or the like, or as an amusement device in a game hall or a game center.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a virtual space experience apparatus showing an embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, the direction of the first axis is the X-axis direction, and the direction of the second axis is the Y-axis direction.
Reference numerals 10a and 10b denote a pair of X-axis frame sides, which are two sides arranged in parallel to the X-axis direction among the four sides of the rectangular frame. Each X-axis frame side 10a, 10b incorporates an X-axis fixed guide (not shown) that is a first axis fixed guide arranged in parallel to the X-axis direction.
Reference numerals 12a and 12b denote a pair of Y-axis frame sides, and two of the four sides of the rectangular frame are arranged in parallel to the Y-axis direction perpendicular to the X-axis direction. Each Y-axis frame side 12a, 12b incorporates a Y-axis fixed guide (not shown) which is a second axis fixed guide arranged in parallel to the Y-axis direction.
The pair of X-axis frame sides 10a and 10b and the pair of Y-axis frame sides 12a and 12b integrally form a rectangular frame 22 as a whole. The rectangular frame 22 is supported by the pillars 14 disposed corresponding to the corners.

Reference numeral 16 denotes an X-axis movement guide, which is arranged in parallel with the X-axis fixed guide, and each end portion is movably linked to the Y-axis fixed guide, and moves along the Y-axis fixed guide in the direction of the Y-axis. Acts as a possible first axis movement guide. Specifically, the moving pieces 17 are fixed to both ends of a beam member having a square cross section to form an X-axis movement guide 16. The moving pieces 17 and 17 are connected to each Y-axis fixed guide so as to move along each Y-axis fixed guide.
Reference numeral 18 denotes a Y-axis movement guide, which is arranged in parallel with the Y-axis fixed guide, and each end is connected to the X-axis fixed guide so as to be movable, and along the X-axis fixed guide in the direction of the X-axis. Acts as a movable second axis movement guide. Specifically, the moving pieces 19 are fixed to both ends of the beam member having a square cross section, and the Y-axis moving guide 18 is formed. The moving pieces 19 are connected to the X axis fixed guides so as to move along the X axis fixed guides.
The first axis movement guide (X axis movement guide 16) and the second axis movement guide (Y axis movement guide 18) may be in the form of a long, rigid beam as in this embodiment, A shaft-like member inserted through the moving body may be used. The detailed configuration of the movement guide will be described later with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11 for the beam-shaped guide and FIGS. 6 to 9 for the shaft-shaped guide.

Reference numeral 20 denotes a moving body, which is linked to be movable along the X-axis movement guide 16 and the Y-axis movement guide 18, and is surrounded by a rectangular frame body 22 containing the X-axis fixed guide and the Y-axis fixed guide. It can move in the X-axis direction and the Y-axis direction within the rectangular plane. The two-dimensional motion mechanism is configured by the above configuration. A specific configuration of the connection between the moving body 20 of the present embodiment and the X-axis movement guide 16 and the Y-axis movement guide 18 will be described later with reference to FIGS.
The moving body 20 is driven by a drive mechanism that moves the X-axis movement guide 16 and a drive mechanism that moves the Y-axis movement guide 18. The drive mechanism can be selectively employed as appropriate, and specific examples will be described later with reference to FIGS. 6 to 9 together with details of the entire two-dimensional motion mechanism.

Reference numeral 24 denotes a capsule, which has an internal space 25 (see FIG. 2) in which a passenger can board. Reference numeral 24a denotes a door for entering and exiting. By closing the door 24a, the internal space 25 can be sealed, and the space isolated from the outside can be formed.
50 is a turning device, and 52 is a lifting device. The swivel device 50 is fixed to the lower portion of the moving body 20, the lifting device 52 is fixed to the lower portion of the swiveling device 50, and the capsule 24 is fixed to the lower portion of the lifting device 52. In this manner, the capsule 24 is connected to the moving body 20 via the turning device 50 and the lifting device 52 that are a part of the motion mechanism. The capsule 24 can be rotated in the θ direction (rotation about an axis parallel to the Z axis) by the turning device 50. Further, the lifting device 52 has a telescopic structure in the present embodiment, and can move the capsule 24 in the Z direction (direction perpendicular to the X axis and the Y axis) which is the vertical direction. If the telescope type is used, the device can be made compact, but it goes without saying that other lifting devices may be mounted.
As the motion mechanism connected to the moving body 20, a mechanism in which an angle adjusting mechanism for changing the angle of the capsule 24 with respect to the Z axis and the like are added together with the turning device 50 and the lifting device 52.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 2, a video generation device 29 that is a part of the display device 28 is mounted on the portion corresponding to the window 26 of the capsule 24 so that the video can be viewed in the capsule 24 room. . Reference numeral 27 denotes a transparent plate, which is made of, for example, glass. Reference numeral 29a denotes an image plane, and an image is projected on the image plane 29a.
In addition, an audio device is mounted as a part of the display device 28, and a speaker 30 that is a component of the audio device is provided. Moreover, the air blower 32 which sends a wind and a fragrance, or the air conditioner (not shown) etc. which are connected to the air blower 32 and adjust indoor temperature and humidity are mounted.
A control device (not shown) is provided for controlling the movement mechanism so that the capsule 24 moves in accordance with the movement of the viewpoint at which the video displayed by the video generation device 29 is taken. This control device not only controls the motion mechanism in conjunction with the video generated by the video generation device 29, but also controls the acoustic device (speaker 30), the blower 32, and the like.

Next, the display device 28 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4. An image plane 29 a displayed by the image generating device 29 of the display device 28 is arranged outside the window 26 provided on the wall of the capsule 24 at a predetermined interval, and has an area larger than the opening of the window 26. It has.
For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the display device 28 has a structure that allows the passenger to see an image over the entire opening of the window 26 even when the viewpoint E of the passenger in the capsule 24 moves within an angle range of θ. It has become. In other words, the viewing angle of the image plane partially expands as the occupant's viewpoint moves, so that the user can feel as if he / she is looking into the actual scenery from the actual window.
In order to obtain the above effects, the relationship between the size of the image plane 29a and the size of the opening of the window 26, the relationship between the interval between the image plane 29a and the window 26, and the like may be set as appropriate. For example, when the size M of the window 26 is reduced, the field of view is narrowed, and even if the size L of the image plane 29a is small, it is within the viewing angle of the passenger. Further, even if the thickness h of the window 26 is large, the field of view from the occupant in the capsule 24 is similarly narrowed, and the visual angle of the occupant falls within the viewing angle even if the size L of the image plane 29a is small. Increasing the width L of the image plane 29a increases the cost, but can improve the sense of reality.

  Further, as shown in the embodiment of FIG. 3, a configuration may be adopted in which an image is generated for each window 26. However, as shown in FIG. 4, an image is generated by a single image generator 54 for a plurality of windows 26a and 26b. Also good. According to this, it is possible to enlarge the image plane 29a, to widen the occupant's viewing angle in each window, excellent in reality, and to reduce the number of image generating devices 54, and thus it is possible to reduce the cost. It is. The video generator 54 is a projector. As the image generation device, a cathode ray tube (CRT) as in the embodiments of FIGS. 2 and 3 may be employed, or a device that generates a phonograph (stereoscopic image) may be used.

Reference numeral 34 denotes an operation panel, which forms part of the control device. The passenger 36 can sit on a chair 38 and operate the operation lever 34a, operation buttons, and the like of the operation panel 34. As described above, since the control device is disposed inside the capsule 24 so that the motion mechanism can be operated by the passenger, the passenger can preferably participate in the world of the virtual space.
Reference numeral 40 denotes a leg with a shock absorber. The leg 40 can absorb the impact of the capsule 24 that is normally suspended by the motion mechanism when it descends and touches the ground. This shock absorbing action can also be used to give a sense of reality.

According to the virtual space experience device configured as described above, the control device (computer) is adapted so that the capsule 24 moves in accordance with the movement of the viewpoint at which the video displayed by the display device 28 is taken, that is, in accordance with the movement of the video. ) Controls the movement mechanism. For this reason, the passenger gets a feeling that he is moving in real space.
As shown in FIG. 5, when a straight reality is produced in the capsule, the circular orbit R having a large diameter is operated by the motion mechanism described above. If a two-dimensional motion mechanism such as this embodiment is used, the capsule 24 having a large weight can be moved suitably and easily. Since the centrifugal force does not increase if the operating speed of the circular orbit R of the capsule 24 is below a certain value or the radius of the circular orbit R is increased, if the image seen from the window 26 in the capsule 24 is a straight image, The passenger in the capsule 24 gains a sense of straight-ahead reality. Further, if the movement mechanism is controlled so that the capsule 24 moves out of the circular orbit R, the rightward acceleration S and the leftward acceleration T as shown in FIG. 5 can be obtained. Feel like moving in the direction.

  The operation of such an exercise mechanism may be controlled by a computer by a preset program and linked to the movement of the image. Thus, the virtual space experience apparatus system that operates the motion mechanism in response to the motion of the image is different from the conventional virtual reality system. In other words, in the conventional virtual reality, there is a premise that computer graphics are used, and this is a computer-centered system. On the other hand, the virtual space experience device that operates the motion mechanism in response to the movement of the image is a system centered on the image and sound, and the virtual audio vision for virtual reality. It should be called (virtual audio vision).

  Further, the operation of the exercise mechanism may be controlled by the passenger operating the operation lever 34a. For example, the passenger may perform the operation by operating the operation lever to the right and to the left. In this case, the image may be interlocked according to the motion of the motion mechanism that is operated by the operation of the control device by the image control device (not shown). As with the virtual reality system, the video may be computer graphics, but the camera and information processing means can simultaneously shoot in multiple directions, convert the captured video into a digital signal, and obtain three-dimensional space information. If you interview using, you can also take a video. In this way, the passenger can preferably participate in the virtual space world.

Next, a specific embodiment of a two-dimensional motion mechanism that can be used in the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.
Reference numeral 102 denotes a base, which is formed in a rectangular frame shape with the center portion cut out.
Reference numerals 106 a and 106 b denote first-axis racks that are fixed on the base 102. The first-axis racks 106a and 106b are arranged in parallel to the X-axis direction, which is an example of the first-axis direction.
Reference numerals 104 a and 104 b denote second-axis racks that are fixed on the base 102. The second-axis racks 104a and 104b are arranged in parallel to the Y-axis direction, which is an example of the second-axis direction.
Reference numerals 110 a and 110 b denote first shaft fixing guides, which are fixed on the base 102. The first shaft fixing guides 110a and 110b are provided inside the first shaft racks 106a and 106b, and are arranged in parallel to the X-axis direction.
Reference numerals 108 a and 108 b denote second shaft fixing guides, which are fixed on the base 102. The second shaft fixing guides 108a and 108b are provided inside the second shaft racks 104a and 104b, and are arranged in parallel to the Y-axis direction.

  Reference numerals 112a and 112b denote first parallel movable bodies, which are slidably fitted to the second shaft fixing guides 108a and 108b and fitted in such a manner that they cannot be removed upward. Accordingly, the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b are movable in the Y-axis direction in parallel with the second-axis racks 104a and 104b along the second-axis fixed guides 108a and 108b. Reference numerals 114a and 114b denote second parallel movable bodies that are slidable to the first shaft fixed guides 110a and 110b and are fitted in a manner that prevents them from being pulled upward. Accordingly, the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b are movable in the X-axis direction in parallel with the first axis racks 106a and 106b along the first axis fixed guides 110a and 110b.

Reference numerals 116a and 116b denote first pipes, which are arranged in parallel in the X-axis direction. Both ends of the first pipes 116a and 116b are fixed to the first translation bodies 112a and 112b. The first pipes 116a and 116b and the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b are connected and integrated to form the first axis movement guide as a whole.
Reference numeral 118 denotes a first shaft, which is arranged in the X-axis direction. The first shaft 118 is a metal shaft. The first shaft 118 is rotatably inserted into the first pipe 116a and the first translation bodies 112a and 112b. Both end portions of the first shaft 118 protrude to the outside of the first parallel movable bodies 112a and 112b. A retaining ring is fitted on the outer peripheral surface of the first shaft 118 protruding outside the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b, and restricts movement of the first shaft 118 in the axial direction.

Reference numeral 120 denotes a second shaft, which is arranged in the X-axis direction. The second shaft 120 is also a metal shaft. The second shaft 120 is rotatably inserted into the first pipe 116b and the first translation bodies 112a and 112b. Both end portions of the second shaft 120 protrude to the outside of the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b. A retaining ring is fitted on the outer peripheral surface of the second shaft 120 protruding to the outside of the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b, and restricts the movement of the second shaft 120 in the axial direction.
Since the first shaft 118 and the second shaft 120 are inserted into the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b, the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b can move together in the Y-axis direction. ing. The first pipes 116a and 116b are filled with a lubricant 117 (for example, grease), and wear between the first shaft 118 and the second shaft 120 and the first pipes 116a and 116b and Noise generation is prevented.

Reference numerals 122 a and 122 b denote first pinion gears, which are fixed to the respective end portions of the first shaft 118. The first pinion gears 122a and 122b mesh with the second shaft racks 104a and 104b, respectively, so that they can roll. Therefore, when the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b move in the Y-axis direction, the first pinion gears 122a and 122b rotate integrally with the first shaft 118 and move on the second-axis racks 104a and 104b. Roll.
Reference numerals 124 a and 124 b denote second pinion gears, which are respectively fixed to the end of the second shaft 120. The second pinion gears 124a and 124b are also meshed with the second shaft racks 104a and 104b, respectively, so that they can roll. Accordingly, when the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b move in the Y-axis direction, the second pinion gears 124a and 124b also rotate together with the second shaft 120, and move on the second-axis racks 104a and 104b. Roll.

Reference numerals 126a and 126b denote second pipes that are arranged in parallel in the Y-axis direction. Both ends of the second pipes 126a and 126b are fixed to the second translation bodies 114a and 114b. The second pipes 126a and 126b and the first parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b are connected and integrated to constitute the second axis movement guide as a whole.
Reference numeral 128 denotes a third shaft, which is arranged in the Y-axis direction. The third shaft 128 is a metal shaft. The third shaft 128 is rotatably inserted into the second pipe 126a and the second translation bodies 114a and 114b. Both end portions of the third shaft 128 protrude to the outside of the second parallel movable bodies 114a and 114b. A retaining ring is fitted on the outer peripheral surface of the third shaft 128 protruding outside the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b, and restricts the movement of the third shaft 128 in the axial direction.

Reference numeral 130 denotes a fourth shaft, which is arranged in the Y-axis direction. The fourth shaft 130 is also a metal shaft. The fourth shaft 130 is rotatably inserted into the second pipe 126b and the second translation bodies 114a and 114b. Both ends of the fourth shaft 130 protrude to the outside of the second parallel movable bodies 114a and 114b. A retaining ring is fitted on the outer peripheral surface of the fourth shaft 130 protruding to the outside of the second parallel movable bodies 114a and 114b, and restricts the movement of the fourth shaft 130 in the axial direction.
Since the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130 are inserted into the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b, the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b can move together in the X-axis direction. ing. The second pipes 126a and 126b are also filled with a lubricant 117 (for example, grease), and wear between the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130 and the second pipes 126a and 126b and Noise generation is prevented.

Reference numerals 132 a and 132 b denote third pinion gears, which are fixed to respective end portions of the third shaft 128. The third pinion gears 132a and 132b mesh with the first shaft racks 106a and 106b, respectively, so as to be able to roll. Therefore, when the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b move in the X-axis direction, the third pinion gears 132a and 132b rotate integrally with the third shaft 128 and move on the first-axis racks 106a and 106b. Roll.
Reference numerals 134 a and 134 b denote fourth pinion gears, which are fixed to respective end portions of the fourth shaft 130. The fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b are also meshed with the first shaft racks 106a and 106b, respectively, so that they can roll. Accordingly, when the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b move in the X-axis direction, the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b also rotate together with the fourth shaft 130, and move on the first-axis racks 106a and 106b. Roll.

  Reference numeral 146 denotes a moving body, which can move on the first pipes 116a and 116b and the second pipes 126a and 126b. Therefore, as the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b move in the Y-axis direction, the moving body 146 moves in the Y-axis direction. On the other hand, when the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b move in the X-axis direction, the moving body 146 moves in the X-axis direction along with the movement. By connecting the capsule 24 to the moving body 146, movement (positioning) of the capsule 24 in the X and Y directions becomes possible. In the present embodiment, the moving body 146 is movable on the first pipes 116a and 116b and the second pipes 126a and 126b, but the first shaft 118, the second shaft 120, and the third shaft are directly used. 128 and the fourth shaft 130 may be movable.

Next, the drive mechanism of the two-dimensional motion mechanism 100 in FIG. 6 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7.
The drive mechanism for moving the first axis movement guide transmits the first servo motor 400 mounted on the first parallel moving body 112a and the rotation of the first motor 400, and the first shaft 118 and the first shaft And a first transmission member for rotating the two shafts 120 in the same direction. The first transmission member includes first timing pulleys 404 a and 404 b fixed to the output shaft 402 of the first motor 400, and a second timing pulley fixed to the first shaft 118 and the second shaft 120. 406a and 406b, and first timing belts 408a and 408b stretched between the first timing pulleys 404a and 404b and the second timing pulleys 406a and 406b.

  On the other hand, the drive mechanism for moving the second axis movement guide transmits the rotation of the second servo motor 410 mounted on the second parallel moving body 114a and the second motor 410, and the third shaft 128. And a second transmission member for rotating the fourth shaft 130 in the same direction. The second transmission member includes third timing pulleys 414a and 414b fixed to the output shaft 412 of the second motor 410, and a fourth timing pulley fixed to the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130. 416a and 416b, and second timing belts 418a and 418b stretched between the third timing pulleys 414a and 414b and the fourth timing pulleys 416a and 416b.

When the first motor 400 is driven, the first shaft 118 and the second shaft 120 rotate in the same direction. Similarly, when the second motor 410 is driven, the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130 rotate in the same direction. As the shafts 118, 120, 128, and 130 rotate, the first parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b move synchronously in the Y-axis direction at the same speed, and the second parallel moving bodies 114a and 114b move at the same speed in the X-axis direction. Move to sync. As a result, the moving body 146 can be moved in the XY direction.
In the embodiment of FIG. 6, the shafts 118 and 120 are simultaneously rotated by the first motor 400 and the shafts 128 and 130 are simultaneously rotated by the second motor 410. However, one shaft is rotated by the motors 400 and 410. , And the other may be freely rotatable.

Next, the first pinion gears 122a and 122b and the second pinion gears 124a and 124b shown in FIG. 6 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. Since the third pinion gears 132a and 132b and the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b have the same structure as the first pinion gears 122a and 122b and the second pinion gears 124a and 124b, the description thereof is omitted.
As clearly shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, the first pinion gear 122 a is externally fitted to the end of the first shaft 118, and the first shaft 52 is fixed by tightening the fixing screw 50. Yes. Although not shown, the first pinion gear 122b is similarly fixed to the other end of the first shaft 118. Similarly, the second pinion gears 124 a and 124 b are fixed to the respective end portions of the second shaft 120.
The first pinion gears 122a and 122b are pre-applied to the first shaft 118 with a torsion (twisting force) in the direction of arrow A, which is an example of the first circumferential direction, with respect to the axis, and mesh with the racks 104a and 104b. Has been. On the other hand, the second pinion gears 124a and 124b are preliminarily applied to the second shaft 120 with the torsion in the direction of arrow B as an example of the second circumferential direction with respect to the axis, and meshed with the racks 104a and 104b. Yes.

  One method for fixing the first pinion gears 122a and 122b to the first shaft 118 inserted into the parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b will be described. First, the fixing screw 50 is tightened in a state where the first pinion gear 122b is engaged with the rack 104b, and the first pinion gear 122b is fixed to the first shaft 118. In this state, the fixing screw 50 of the second pinion gear 122a meshing with the rack 104a is loosened so that the first shaft 118 can freely rotate with respect to the first pinion gear 122a. In this state, for example, a torsion in the direction of arrow A is applied to the first shaft 118 using a torque wrench. Both the first pinion gears 122a and 122b are fixed to the first shaft 118 by tightening the fixing screw 50 of the first pinion gear 122a while maintaining the state where the torsion is applied.

Similarly, a method for fixing the second pinion gears 124a and 124b to the second shaft 120 inserted through the parallel moving bodies 112a and 112b will be described. First, the fixing screw 50 is tightened in a state where the second pinion gear 124 b is engaged with the rack 104 b, and the second pinion gear 124 b is fixed to the second shaft 120. In this state, the fixing screw 50 of the second pinion gear 124a meshing with the rack 104a is loosened so that the second shaft 120 can freely rotate with respect to the second pinion gear 124a. In this state, for example, a torsion in the direction of arrow B is applied to the second shaft 120 using a torque wrench. Both the second pinion gears 124a and 124b are fixed to the second shaft 120 by tightening the fixing screw 50 of the second pinion gear 124a while maintaining the state where the torsion is applied.
Similarly, the third pinion gears 132a and 132b and the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b are fixed to the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130, respectively.

That is, the first pinion gears 122a and 122b have the second shaft racks 104a and 104b in a state where a first circumferential torsion (torsional force) is applied to the first shaft 118 in advance with respect to the axis. Is engaged. On the other hand, the second pinion gears 124a and 124b are connected to the second shaft 120 in a state where a second circumferential torsion opposite to the first circumferential direction is applied to the second shaft 120 in advance. 104a and 104b are engaged. The third pinion gears 132a and 132b are meshed with the first shaft racks 106a and 106b in a state where a third circumferential torsion is previously applied to the third shaft 128 with respect to the axis. On the other hand, the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b are connected to the fourth shaft 130 in a state where a fourth circumferential torsion opposite to the third circumferential direction is applied to the axis in advance with respect to the axis. 106a and 106b.
Note that the torsion applied to the first shaft 118 and the second shaft 120 is approximately the same if the first shaft 118 and the second shaft 120 have the same thickness. The value can be selected accordingly. In addition, the size of the torsion applied to the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130 is the same as long as the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130 have the same thickness. You can select a value.

The first pinion gears 122a and 122b are engaged with the second shaft racks 104a and 104b in a state where the first circumferential torsion is applied to the first shaft 118, whereby the first pinion gears 122a are engaged. A second torsional return torsion always acts on. Similarly, the first circumferential return torsion always acts on the first pinion gear 122b.
On the other hand, the second pinion gears 124a and 124b are engaged with the second shaft racks 104a and 104b in a state where the second circumferential torsion is applied to the second shaft 120, whereby the second pinion gears 124a and 124b are engaged. The first circumferential return torsion always acts on the gear 124a. Similarly, the second circumferential return torsion always acts on the second pinion gear 124b.

When the third pinion gears 132a and 132b are engaged with the first shaft racks 106a and 106b in a state where the third circumferential torsion is applied to the third shaft 128, the third pinion gears 132a are engaged. Always has a fourth circumferential return torsion. Similarly, the third circumferential return torsion always acts on the third pinion gear 132b.
On the other hand, when the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b are engaged with the first shaft racks 106a and 106b in a state where the fourth circumferential torsion is applied to the fourth shaft 130, the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b are engaged. A third torsional return torsion always acts on the gear 134a. Similarly, the fourth circumferential return torsion always acts on the fourth pinion gear 134b.

  Accordingly, the tooth surfaces of the first pinion gear 122a and the second pinion gear 124a are pressed against the tooth surfaces of the rack 104a of the second shaft by return torsion in opposite directions. Similarly, the tooth surfaces of the first pinion gear 122b and the second pinion gear 124b are pressed against the tooth surfaces of the rack 104b of the second shaft by return torsion in opposite directions. The tooth surfaces of the first pinion gears 122a and 122b and the second pinion gears 124a and 124b are always pressed against the tooth surfaces of the racks 104a and 104b of the second shaft, thereby the first pinion gears 122a and 122b. And the backlash between the second pinion gears 124a, 124b and the second shaft racks 104a, 104b is eliminated. As a result, the inclination of the first pipes 116a, 116b, the first shaft 118, and the second shaft 120 with respect to the X-axis direction is prevented.

On the other hand, the tooth surfaces of the third pinion gear 132a and the fourth pinion gear 134a are pressed against the tooth surfaces of the rack 106a of the first shaft by return torsion in opposite directions. Similarly, the tooth surfaces of the third pinion gear 132b and the fourth pinion gear 134b are pressed against the tooth surfaces of the rack 106b of the first shaft by return torsion in opposite directions. The tooth surfaces of the third pinion gears 132a and 132b and the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b are always pressed against the tooth surfaces of the racks 106a and 106b of the first shaft, whereby the third pinion gears 132a and 132b. And the backlash between the fourth pinion gears 134a and 134b and the first shaft racks 106a and 106b is eliminated. As a result, the inclination of the second pipes 126a and 126b, the third shaft 128, and the fourth shaft 130 with respect to the Y-axis direction is prevented.
The backlash removal described above makes it possible to position the moving body 146 and the object mounted on the moving body 146 in the XY direction with extremely high accuracy.
In the present embodiment, two parallel shafts in which torsion in opposite directions to each other in the X-axis direction and the Y-axis direction are provided in advance, but the number of shafts in each direction is not limited to two. A plurality of pairs of parallel shafts in which torsion in opposite directions are stored in advance may be used.

Next, with respect to the embodiment of the part in which the moving body 20 of the embodiment of FIG. 1 is connected to be movable along the X-axis movement guide 16 and the Y-axis movement guide 18, based on FIGS. 10 and 11. This will be described in detail.
The moving body 20 has a block shape, a cross-sectional shape orthogonal to the X axis is formed in a square shape, and has a through hole 20a penetrating in the X axis direction. The X-axis movement guide 16 is inserted through the through hole 20a, and the moving body 20 and the X-axis movement guide 16 are connected. And on the upper surface of the moving body 20, the Y-axis movement guide 18 is connected in the direction (Y-axis direction) orthogonal to the through-hole 20a.
Reference numerals 60a and 60b denote linear guides, which are fixed to the lower surface of the X-axis movement guide 16 along the longitudinal direction thereof. 62a and 62b are slide members which are fixed on the bottom surface 20b of the through hole 20a and fit into the linear guides 60a and 60b with dovetails so that the movable body 20 can be linearly moved along the linear guides 60a and 60b. To the X-axis movement guide 16.
64a and 64b are linear guides, which are fixed to the lower surface of the Y-axis movement guide 18 along the longitudinal direction thereof. Reference numerals 66a and 66b denote slide members which are fixed to the upper surface of the moving body 20 and fit into the linear guides 64a and 64b with dovetail grooves so that the moving body 20 can be linearly moved along the linear guides 66a and 66b. The shaft movement guide 18 is connected.

The X-axis movement guide 16 and the Y-axis movement guide 18 have a square cross section and are hollow inside, and have a light but highly rigid beam structure. Therefore, the load bearing strength can be improved and the high speed motion performance can be improved because of the light weight.
Further, the first shaft 118 and the second shaft 120 having the same effects as those of the embodiment of FIG. 6 are inserted into the hollow of the X-axis movement guide 16, and X Both ends of the axial movement guide 16 are preferably moved synchronously to eliminate backlash.
Further, the third shaft 128 and the fourth shaft 130 having the same effects as those of the embodiment of FIGS. 6 and 9 are inserted in the hollow of the Y-axis movement guide 18, and the torsion (twisting) effect is obtained. Thus, both ends of the Y-axis movement guide 18 are preferably moved synchronously to remove backlash.
According to the structure of the moving body 20, the X-axis movement guide 16 and the Y-axis movement guide 18 as described above, and the connection structure thereof, even a heavy object such as the capsule 24 is suitably suspended or supported. Can exercise.

If a two-dimensional motion mechanism as shown in FIGS. 1 and 6 to 11 is used to move the capsule 24, the following advantages can be obtained.
The two-dimensional motion mechanism is characterized by a four-side load support and a four-side drive system. With this structure, the mounting capacity of the capsule 24 and the like is theoretically 76 times more rigid than a cantilever support structure such as a crane, and is thin and compact. In addition, the moving body 20 is located at the cross-shaped beam intersection, and the capsule 24 mounted on the moving body 20 can be prevented from rolling. The four-side drive system improves the accuracy of the operation and reduces the load moment applied to the beam, so it can withstand rapid acceleration / deceleration and has excellent high-speed motion performance. That is, the instruction command from the control device (computer) can be faithfully transmitted to the capsule. Passengers boarding the capsule can obtain an excellent operational presence.
Further, since the above two-dimensional motion mechanism is a four-side load support and four-side drive system, it is possible to set a long stroke (for example, 7 m or 10 m) due to its structure. Thereby, it is possible to obtain the sensation of going straight as described above.
Furthermore, the above-described two-dimensional motion mechanism is a square (square), and can be easily incorporated into one surface (usually the upper surface) of the cube. By making the cube into one unit, this device can be efficiently used a lot. Easy to install. Moreover, this can be stacked not only planarly but also three-dimensionally. In addition, the rectangular cube can be transported efficiently and has the geometrical advantage of the system such as the ease of moving the apparatus.

According to the virtual space experience device of the present invention, a photographed video can be used. There are abundant shooting images, such as those that will be interviewed in the future and those that have been accumulated to date. In addition, it is low-cost, rich in variety, and has a wide range of video materials. Therefore, the purpose of the virtual space experience can be easily achieved economically and technically. Also, the video is clearer than computer graphics, and the reality can be suitably expressed.
In addition, it is not necessary to wear goggles like virtual reality, so that multiple people can enjoy together, eliminate the sense of isolation, and improve participation awareness.
In addition, not only the visual sense but also other five senses such as the acoustic effect that stimulates hearing, the effect of scent that stimulates olfaction, and the effect of wind and temperature that stimulates tactile sensation by placing a passenger in the capsule. Since it is space, it can control suitably at low cost and can improve a realistic feeling suitably.

  Further, according to the present invention, not only the virtual space experience apparatus as described above but also the following fields, for example, (1). Training simulator (for airplane pilots, astronauts, car driving training, etc.), (2). Usage with the progress of multimedia (management strategy system, data management system, product planning system, etc.), (3). Amusement devices (game devices, various experience devices, movie industry), and (4). It can be used in educational fields (history education, geography education, science education, experimental education).

Next, preferred embodiments of a window frame for a screen and a video system according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
FIG. 12 is a central cross-sectional view of a screen display means having a window frame for a screen according to an embodiment of the present invention. 13 is a perspective view showing the screen window frame (single unit) of FIG. 12, and FIG. 14 is a central vertical sectional view of the screen window frame of FIG.
Reference numeral 210 denotes a television, which is an example of a screen display means (in FIG. 12, the internal mechanism is omitted). Reference numeral 212 denotes a screen, which is composed of a glass surface that projects an image.
Reference numeral 214 denotes a screen window frame, which is provided in a frame shape so as to form a window 216 that faces the screen 212 at a predetermined interval from the screen 212. In addition, the window 216 is smaller than the screen 212 so that a window other than the screen 212 cannot be seen in the window within a predetermined range (viewing angle range θ) where the person viewing the screen 212 is located.

As shown in FIGS. 12 to 14, the detailed form of the screen window frame 214 includes a front surface portion 214a, a folded portion 214b that forms the inner peripheral surface of the window frame, a side wall portion 214c, and a mounting side wall portion 214d. Further, the inner edge portion 214e of the front surface portion 214a is formed with a step in order to look like a window of a glass window.
In order to mount the window frame 214 for the screen in front of the screen of the television 210, the mounting side wall portion 214d and the rib end surface 214f provided on the inner surface of the side wall portion 214c are provided as shown in FIG. It can be easily performed by externally fitting and pushing into the television 210 until it hits the front edge.
The screen window frame 214 has a relatively simple shape and can be easily and inexpensively formed. For example, it can be integrally formed with resin. Molding is possible with a resin molding die that opens in the vertical direction or a vacuum resin molding die that sucks and molds a heated and softened resin plate onto one mold surface.
Therefore, this embodiment is suitable as a simple attachment type that can be easily attached to, for example, a commercial television (video screen).

The basic effect of the screen window frame 214 is to make the viewer feel the screen 212 as if it is a deep image or a three-dimensional image.
In this way, the image with the depth is felt because the viewer sees the screen 212 as if he / she is looking at the outside scenery from the real window. That is, as described above, the window 216 is formed to be slightly smaller than the size of the screen 212, and between the screen 212 and the window frame (including the folded portion 214b visible as the thickness T of the window frame). Even if the screen 212 is viewed from an oblique position with a predetermined distance interval D and a predetermined viewing angle range θ, the viewing angle is widened in one direction of the window 216, but the screen 212 has a screen 212. This is because nothing can be seen.

  In order to appropriately obtain the above effects according to the installation conditions, the relationship between the size of the screen 212 and the size of the opening of the window 216 and the relationship between the screen 212 and the window 216 are appropriately determined. You only have to set it. For example, when the size (width) M of the window 216 becomes smaller, the field of view becomes narrower, and even if the size (width) L of the screen 212 is small, it falls within the viewing angle of the viewer. In addition, even if the thickness T of the window 216 is large, the field of view from the viewer is similarly narrowed, and even if the width L of the screen 212 is small, it is within the viewing angle of the viewer. Increasing the width L of the screen 212 increases the cost, but can improve the sense of reality.

In addition, the effect of feeling the depth by the window frame 214 for a screen is generated more satisfactorily in the case of an image showing a distant view than in an image showing a close view.
Moreover, the effect of feeling the depth can be improved by attaching a lattice inside the window 216. The lattice includes a lattice attached in the vertical and / or horizontal direction, a net-like shape, or the like. By arranging the grid in this way, it becomes possible to focus the eyes of the viewer also in front of the screen 212, and the image displayed on the screen 212 at the back of the grid feels further depth.

  Further, if a lens is inserted into the space inside the window 216 so that the image on the screen can be seen to be reduced through the lens, it is possible to feel further depth from the image. As a lens inserted into the space of the window 216, a planar lens in which fine irregularities are formed concentrically on a transparent flat plate can be used.

  Further, the window 216 can be made to resemble a glass window or the like that can be opened to the outside by arranging an attachment member such as a lattice or a curtain, for example. You can have it.

Further, by using the screen window frame 214 of the present invention, it is possible to improve the definition of the video. This effect is a hood effect that blocks disturbance light by the window frame 214 for a screen, and a clear image can be seen as if watching a television in a dark surrounding even in a bright surrounding.
Furthermore, the hood effect can be further improved by coloring a portion (the back of the hood) that cannot be seen from the outside of the screen window frame 214 in black or the like so as to prevent irregular reflection due to light emitted from the screen 212 itself. The effect of this hood is very effective for a liquid crystal television whose sharpness tends to be lowered by reflected light.

  Further, an illuminating device that shines light on the screen 212 is built in the screen window frame 214 so as not to be seen by a person viewing the screen 212 (attached to the back side of the screen window frame 214). Furthermore, the light appropriately adjusted to a predetermined color or a predetermined light intensity may be actively irradiated. This makes it possible to simulate irregular reflection occurring in the real scenery such as a faint sensation when viewing the real scenery from the window, and to obtain a more realistic sense of reality.

Next, another embodiment will be described based on FIG. 15 and FIG.
A screen window frame 214A is formed integrally with a main body outer wall 222 of a PDP 220 (not shown in FIG. 15 with an internal mechanism omitted) which is an example of a screen display means. Similarly to the screen window frame 214 of the embodiment shown in FIGS. 12 to 14, the screen window frame 214 </ b> A also includes a front surface portion 214 a, a folded portion 214 b that forms the inner peripheral surface of the window frame, and a side wall portion 214 c. Yes. The screen window frame 214 </ b> A configured in this manner also achieves the same effects as the screen window frame 214 described above, and can be manufactured efficiently and inexpensively because it is formed integrally with the main body outer wall portion 222.
In the embodiment of FIG. 15, the case where the present invention is applied to the PDP 220 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is needless to say that the present invention can also be applied to an existing television as shown in FIG. By the way, the PDP is a plasma display panel (plasma display device), and is being put into practical use as a large-sized, thin, high-resolution video generator.

Next, an embodiment according to the video system will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 17, screen display means (hereinafter referred to as “virtual window 250”) having a window frame for a screen is installed on a wall surface of a room 252, for example, four surfaces of east, west, south, and north. .
Video is recorded corresponding to the plurality of virtual windows 250. A plurality of video recording cameras (for example, video cameras 230) are arranged in different directions at positions close to each other to record videos and the like. For example, four video cameras 230... If more reality is required, if the room 252 is 5 m square, video / sound is recorded with four video cameras 230...

Reference numeral 232 denotes a video recording medium that records video recorded using the video camera 230. An example of the video recording medium 232 is a CD.
Reference numeral 234 denotes a playback device that plays back video recording on the video recording medium 232.
The virtual window 250 is screen display means for displaying the video reproduced by the reproducing device 234 at each position corresponding to the photographing direction of each video camera 230. The virtual window 250 is provided with a window frame for screen equivalent to the above-described form, and has the same effect.

In addition, the present invention is not limited to the one that supplies video via the video recording medium 232 as described above, and it is also possible to use a broadcasting station or satellite communication.
Reference numeral 236 denotes a transmission device, which transmits video information recorded using each video camera 230. For example, it corresponds to the communication means 237 for sending information from the place where the video camera 230 was photographed to the broadcast station, the ground station 254 of the broadcast station, or the communication satellite 256.
Reference numeral 238 denotes a receiving device that receives the video information transmitted by the transmitting device 236, and supplies the obtained video information to the screen display means so that the obtained video information is reproduced on the screen display means of the virtual window 250. .
Using 4 channels of multi-channel satellite broadcasting and displaying images of east, west, south, and north in a certain place in four virtual windows 250, people in the room can see a completely different environmental space in real time. You can experience it virtually.

According to this video system, for example, when a person walks around this area, it will appear in the east, south, west, north, and virtual windows 250 installed in the room 252, and footsteps, etc. The sound moves in this way, and a greater sense of reality can be obtained.
Note that the number of windows and the number of video cameras corresponding to the number of windows are not limited to four, and may be one, two, or six. In a room with a small enclosed space such as a bathroom, such a virtual presence can be obtained even with a single room.
Further, since the screen display means is incorporated in the wall 240 and the screen window frame 214B is provided for the screen of the screen display means, it is possible to obtain a feeling like a window provided on a normal wall. Can improve reality. Note that the screen window frame 214B may be a glass plate in order to make it more realistic. It is also possible to attach a lattice or curtain to create an atmosphere closer to a normal glass window.

In this way, the virtual environment experience room (hereinafter referred to as “virtual room”), which is a room in which the virtual window 250 is provided, can make the room a virtual (virtual) space.
This virtual room can be suitably applied in restaurants, coffee shops, saloons, hospital rooms, waiting rooms, and the like.
In addition, the present invention can be installed as a facility in a large type such as a movie theater or a theater, and can be applied to other amusement devices. As an amusement device, there is a game / game device such as a game arcade or game center, or a movie theater or an entire theater made into a virtual space.
If it is applied to a large facility, the virtual window on each wall surface becomes large. In this case, a projection video device may be used.

A typical example of the screen display means to be applied to the present invention is a video generator. Examples of video generators include popular televisions, high-definition televisions (such as high-definition televisions), liquid crystal televisions, the aforementioned PDP (plasma display panel), and even projected images (see FIG. 4).
As a method for providing video / audio software, there is a method in which video / audio software is diversified and supplied by a laser disk or the like depending on the characteristics of the room used. Recently, a system for transmitting 24-hour environmental video broadcasting by satellite broadcasting (direct TV, perfect TV, etc. 200CH or 300CH broadcasting technology) has been put into practical use, and these video / audio software may be used. Various software can be used.

In addition to the above screen display means, there are still images such as photographs, still images that are displayed with a backlight applied to film-like photographs, etc., and the screen window frame of the present invention is also suitably applied to them. it can.
As described above, the present invention has been described in various ways with reference to preferred embodiments. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and it goes without saying that many modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention. That is.

The perspective view which shows one Example of this invention. Sectional drawing which shows one Example of the capsule of this invention. Sectional drawing which shows one Example of the display apparatus of this invention. Sectional drawing which shows one Example of the display apparatus of this invention. The top view which shows the use condition of the virtual space experience apparatus of this invention. The top view which shows one Example of the two-dimensional movement mechanism concerning this invention. The side view which shows the drive mechanism of the Example of FIG. The partial side view which shows the 1st pinion gear of the two-dimensional movement mechanism of FIG. 6, and the 2nd pinion gear vicinity. The fragmentary sectional view which shows the detail of the 1st pinion gear vicinity of the two-dimensional movement mechanism of FIG. Sectional drawing which shows a connection state with the movement guide of the moving body of the Example of FIG. AA sectional drawing of FIG. Sectional drawing which shows the state with which the window frame for screens concerning this invention was mounted | worn with the screen display means. The perspective view which shows the window frame for screens of the Example of FIG. The center longitudinal cross-sectional view which shows the window frame for screens of FIG. The perspective view which shows an example of the screen display means which has the window frame for screens concerning this invention. The perspective view which shows the other example of the screen display means which has the window frame for screens concerning this invention. The schematic diagram explaining the video system concerning the present invention.

Explanation of symbols

10a, 10b X-axis frame side 12a, 12b Y-axis frame side 16 X-axis movement guide 18 Y-axis movement guide 20 Moving body 24 Capsule 26 Window 28 Display device 29 Video generator 29a Video surface 30 Speaker 32 Blower 34 Operation panel 50 Turning Device 52 Lifting device 210 Television 212 Screen 214 Window frame 214A Screen window frame 214B Screen window frame 216 Window 220 PDP
230 video camera 232 video recording medium 234 playback device 236 transmission device 238 reception device 250 virtual window

Claims (3)

A plurality of video recording cameras arranged in different directions;
A video recording medium for recording video recorded using the plurality of video recording cameras;
A playback device for playing back the video recording of the video recording medium;
Screen display means for displaying the video reproduced by the playback device at each position, incorporated in each wall surface of the room, corresponding to each direction of the plurality of video recording cameras;
A person who is arranged in front of each screen of the plurality of screen display means and is provided in a frame shape so as to form a window facing the screen at a position away from each screen by a predetermined distance, and viewing the screen in front of the screen In a predetermined range in which the eye position moves, the edge of the window is concealed by the edge of the window, and the size of the window is larger than that of the screen so that only the screen can be seen in the window. A video system comprising a small window frame for a screen. A plurality of video recording cameras arranged in different directions;
A transmission device for transmitting video information recorded using the plurality of video recording cameras;
A receiving device for receiving video information transmitted by the transmitting device;
Screen display means that is incorporated in each wall surface of the room, corresponding to each direction of the plurality of video recording cameras, reproduces video information obtained by the receiving device, and displays it at each position;
A person who is arranged in front of each screen of the plurality of screen display means and is provided in a frame shape so as to form a window facing the screen at a position away from each screen by a predetermined distance, and viewing the screen in front of the screen In a predetermined range in which the eye position moves, the edge of the window is concealed by the edge of the window, and the size of the window is larger than that of the screen so that only the screen can be seen in the window. A video system comprising a small window frame for a screen. The screen window frame is
A side wall provided integrally with the main body outer wall of the screen display means, or provided so as to be externally fitted to the screen display means;
A front portion extending a required width inward from the side wall edge;
A folding wall extending in a width (T) that does not reach the screen from the inner periphery of the front portion toward the screen,
The video system according to claim 1, wherein the window is formed by a space surrounded by the folded wall.

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