KR102620808B1 - Animation content production system - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention provides an animation content production system that includes a computing device, wherein the computing device displays a pre-designed character on a display unit.

Description

Animation content production system {Animation content production system}

The present invention relates to an animation content production system that receives user input for an existing designed character and includes a character modeled based on the received input.

As animation production technology has developed in recent years, attempts to utilize this by creating or modeling characters are actively underway. In particular, attempts are being made to produce and utilize existing characters based on existing characters, and in particular, as graphics cards develop, graphics software that allows such modeling to be performed in a computer environment is being distributed on the market. .

Meanwhile, the recent Metaverse character creation system uses various methods to implement realistic movements of characters. Most commonly, the skeleton is created by sensing the movements of an actor with multiple markers attached, and the skeleton created in a pre-implemented character image is rigged to create character movement that reflects the actual actor's motion, creating a sense of vitality. It's in progress.

Here, when a character interacts with various virtual objects within the metaverse virtual space, in order to implement changes in the character's movement according to interaction with the virtual objects, the actor interacts with real objects corresponding to the virtual objects. The performer performs the act and senses the actor's movements.

Therefore, the purpose of the present invention is to create a 3D image by modeling the character based on an existing character or a character input by the user, create content reflecting their movements, and provide it within the metaverse virtual space, which is different from the past. The goal is to improve user convenience by providing a unified service.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides an animation content production system including a computing device, wherein the computing device displays a pre-designed character on a display unit.

It includes a server network-connected to the computing device, wherein the server includes a communication unit; storage unit; crawling department; and a control unit, wherein when the control unit receives a first user input for character information related to the pre-designed character from the computing device, the control unit sends the character information corresponding to the first user input to a search engine or the server itself. Search using an API to obtain search information that crawls the search results for the character information, classify the obtained search information into a plurality of categories classified according to preset standards, and the first category among the plurality of categories includes a plurality of image information corresponding to the character information, and a second category among the plurality of categories includes a plurality of text information corresponding to the character information, and the control unit Identify the included representative image, create a two-dimensional 2D character corresponding to the identified representative image, and attach the created 2D character to the back image and side image for the representative image included in the plurality of image information. Based on this, a 3D character is created in three dimensions, and the control unit generates a 3D avatar that can move within the metaverse space in which the generated 3D character is reflected in the metaverse created so that the computing device can access, and the control unit When receiving a second user input for any one of gender, race, age, and occupation included in the plurality of text information from the computing device, changes corresponding to the second user input are reflected in the 3D avatar. It is characterized by

It further includes a camera network-connected to the computing device, wherein when the control unit receives an action image captured from the camera, the control unit extracts a skeletal movement related to an action performed based on the action image, corresponding to the 3D avatar. It generates an emoticon reflecting the movement, and the camera includes a camera holder, wherein the camera holder includes a mounting frame that is provided to fix and detach the camera and supports the load of the camera. An insertion frame located at one corner of the mounting frame and including an insertion groove; It includes a thread provided correspondingly so that it can be rotated and inserted into a groove provided inside the camera for coupling with the camera, wherein the camera holder includes a base at the bottom to provide a space for the insertion frame to penetrate and be fixed. A casing formed to surround the base; A locking lever for fixing the insertion groove and the insertion frame when they are inserted into the insertion groove; A locking protrusion at one end that is inserted through the insertion groove to allow the camera to be fixed; A lever base including a button at the other end for attaching and detaching the fixed camera; It includes an elastic member that provides elastic force to the locking lever on a rotation axis that allows rotation in a region within the casing, and when the insertion frame penetrates the camera holder, the locking protrusion abuts against the insertion groove and is fixed. When the button is pressed, the lever base rotates and the locking protrusion is bent in the direction in which it is discharged from the insertion groove, allowing the insertion groove to break out of the locked state and detach the camera.

Based on existing characters or characters entered by users, 3D images are created by modeling the characters, content reflecting their movements is created and provided within the metaverse virtual space, providing a unified service compared to the past. User convenience can be improved.

1 is a diagram illustrating the schematic configuration of an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a diagram showing the configuration of an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a diagram illustrating an operating algorithm of an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a diagram illustrating a configuration in which a camera is added to an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 5 is a diagram showing the configuration of a camera holder in an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 6 is a diagram illustrating an operation state diagram of a camera holder in an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the invention.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same reference numbers or symbols refer to components that perform substantially the same function, and the size of each component in the drawings may be exaggerated for clarity and convenience of explanation. However, the technical idea of the present invention and its core configuration and operation are not limited to the configuration or operation described in the examples below. In describing the present invention, if it is determined that a detailed description of a known technology or configuration related to the present invention may unnecessarily obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description will be omitted.

In embodiments of the present invention, terms containing ordinal numbers, such as first, second, etc., are used only for the purpose of distinguishing one element from another element, and singular expressions are plural unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Includes expressions of In addition, in embodiments of the present invention, terms such as 'consist', 'include', and 'have' refer to the presence of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof. Alternatively, it should be understood that the possibility of addition is not excluded in advance. Additionally, in an embodiment of the present invention, a 'module' or 'unit' performs at least one function or operation, may be implemented as hardware or software, or may be implemented as a combination of hardware and software, and may be integrated into at least one module. and can be implemented with at least one processor. Additionally, in an embodiment of the present invention, at least one of the plurality of elements refers to not only all of the plurality of elements, but also each one of the plurality of elements excluding the others or a combination thereof. In addition, “configured to” may mean “suitable for,” “having the capacity to,” “~ It can be used interchangeably with “designed to,” “adapted to,” “made to,” or “capable of.” “Configured (or set to)” may not necessarily mean “specifically designed to” in terms of hardware. Instead, in some contexts, the expression “a device configured to” may mean that the device is “capable of” working with other devices or components. For example, the phrase "processor configured (or set) to perform A, B, and C" refers to a processor dedicated to performing the operations (e.g., an embedded processor), or by executing one or more software programs stored on a memory device. , may refer to a general-purpose processor (e.g., CPU or application processor) capable of performing the corresponding operations.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. This is intended to provide a detailed description so that a person skilled in the art can easily carry out the invention, and therefore does not limit the technical idea and scope of the present invention. .

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the schematic configuration of an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a diagram showing the configuration of an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the configuration of an animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention. This is a diagram showing the operation algorithm of the animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a diagram showing a configuration in which a camera 300 is added to the animation content production system according to an embodiment of the invention. Figure 5 is a diagram showing the configuration of the camera holder 400 in the animation content production system according to an embodiment of the invention, and Figure 6 is a diagram showing the configuration of the camera holder 400 in the animation content production system according to an embodiment of the invention. This is a diagram showing the operation performance state diagram of .

An animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a computing device 100 including a display unit that displays a pre-designed character, and a server 200 connected thereto through a network.

Here, a designed character is one that incorporates the appearance of a unique person or animal into the design, and may refer to a character from an animation, game, etc., or may refer to a 2D or 3D character visually created to evoke a specific emotional effect. there is. Meanwhile, such characters may include ones designed in advance by a user, etc.

Computing device 100 may be, for example, a personal computer, server 200 computer, handheld or laptop device, mobile device (mobile phone, PDA, media player, etc.), multiprocessor system, consumer electronic device, mini computer, mainframe computer. , distributed computing including any of the above-described systems or devices, and an edge computing environment in which data is processed at the edge where the data is generated rather than at the central server 200, and is comprised only of the description. It is not limited.

Computing device 100 may include at least one processor and memory. Here, the processor may include, for example, a central processing unit (CPU), a graphics processing unit (GPU), a microprocessor, an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), etc., and may include a plurality of You can have a core.

The memory may be volatile memory (eg, RAM, etc.), non-volatile memory (eg, ROM, flash memory, etc.), or a combination thereof. Additionally, computing device 100 may include additional storage. Storage includes, but is not limited to, magnetic storage, optical storage, etc. Computer-readable instructions for implementing one or more embodiments disclosed herein may be stored in the storage, and other computer-readable instructions for implementing an operating system, application program, etc. may also be stored. Computer-readable instructions stored in storage may be loaded into memory for execution by a processor.

Additionally, the computing device 100 may include a user input unit and an output device. The user input unit may include, for example, a keyboard, mouse, pen, voice input device, touch input device, infrared camera 300, video input device, or any other input device. Additionally, the output device may include, for example, one or more displays, speakers, printers, or any other output devices. Additionally, the computing device may use an input device or output device provided in another computing device as a user input unit or output device. Additionally, the computing device may include a communication module that allows the computing device to communicate with other devices. Here, the communication module may include a modem, a network interface card (NIC), an integrated network interface, a radio frequency transmitter/receiver, an infrared port, a USB connection, or other interfaces for connecting the computing device to other computing devices. The communication module may include a wired connection or a wireless connection.

Each component of the computing device 100 may be connected by various interconnections such as buses (e.g., peripheral component interconnect (PCI), USB, firmware (IEEE 1394), optical bus structure, etc.), They may also be interconnected by a network. As used herein, terms such as "component", "system", etc. generally refer to computer-related entities that are hardware, a combination of hardware and software, software, or software in execution.

The server 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention is network connected to the computing device 100 and can store various data, and other external devices included in each animation character creation system through programs or applications. You can control them.

The server 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a communication unit, a storage unit, a crawling unit, and a control unit.

The communication unit according to an embodiment of the present invention may communicate with the computing device 100 or other external electronic devices through wired or wireless communication. Therefore, in addition to a connection unit including a connector or terminal for wired connection, it can be implemented in various other communication methods. For example, it may be configured to perform one or more of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, infrared communication, Radio Control, Ultra-Wide Band (UWM), Wireless USB, and Near Field Communication (NFC). The communication unit may include communication modules such as BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), SPP (Serial Port Profile), Wi-Fi Direct, infrared communication, Zigbee, and NFC (Near Field Communication). Additionally, the communication unit can be implemented in the form of a device, S/W module, circuit, chip, etc.

The communication unit according to an embodiment of the present invention may include the various communication modules described above. It may include an IoT communication module having an IoT network for each communication company, and the IoT communication module may include a network of a plurality of objects having separate communication units. It can refer to all IoT communication networks that are connected through and enable services based on various platforms. By using such IoT communication modules, a more seamless communication network can be provided within the designated area.

The storage unit according to an embodiment of the present invention may receive information from the computing device 100 through the communication unit or receive information from an external search platform and store it, and may store the information corresponding to the keyword among the collected information received by the control unit. Image information and text information can be received and stored. The storage unit can store various data according to the processing and control of the control unit, which will be described later. The storage unit is accessed by the control unit to read, record, modify, delete, update, etc. data. The storage unit uses a non-volatile device such as flash memory, hard-disc drive, or solid-state drive (SSD) to preserve data regardless of whether or not system power is provided to the server 200. May contain volatile memory. Additionally, the storage unit may include volatile memory such as a buffer or RAM for temporarily loading data processed by the control unit.

The crawling unit according to an embodiment of the present invention connects a plurality of search engines, and retrieves a plurality of contents displayed on the web from an external platform or server 200 when searching for user input for any one of the plurality of search engines. It can serve to collect information by crawling them through API. In the present invention, in addition to using the API, crawling is implemented to collect information by finding the website address of each of multiple search engines without using the API and repeating the process of searching the URL of the website address. It can include all means. In addition, external platforms mean using APIs provided by multiple search engines. For example, APIs in external platforms may include Google, Naver, Daum, Yahoo, etc.

The control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention may perform control to operate various components of the server 200. The control unit includes a control program (or instructions) that allows performing such control operations, an inactive memory in which the control program is installed, a volatile memory in which at least a part of the installed control program is loaded, and at least one that executes the loaded control program. It may include a processor or CPU (Central Processing Unit). Additionally, such a control program may be stored in other external electronic devices in addition to the server 200.

The control program may include program(s) implemented in the form of at least one of BIOS, device driver, operating system, firmware, platform, and application program. As an embodiment, the application program is pre-installed or stored in the server 200 when manufacturing the server 200, or receives application data from the outside during future use and uses the server (200) based on the received data. 200). The data of the application program may be downloaded from an external server 200, such as an application market, to the advertising character creation system server 200, but is not limited thereto. Meanwhile, the control unit may be implemented in the form of a device, S/W module, circuit, chip, etc., or a combination thereof.

Meanwhile, when the control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention receives an image, it recognizes the outline of the received image and generates a characterized image that includes the recognized outline. More specifically, the control unit creates a basic skeleton of content including an image or video through modeling, processes the surface of the created skeleton, and performs rendering to create an image or video based on a 2D or 3D image or video. You can. Rendering includes projection, clipping, hidden surface, shading, and mapping. Projection refers to the process of converting a 3D object into a 2D image, and clipping refers to the process of covering the area of an object that does not appear on the monitor, hidden surface processing refers to the process of processing the visible and invisible parts of the object, and shading refers to shading, lighting, light from a light source, reflected light, and transparent effects. Mapping refers to the process of processing textures and reflected scenery on the surface of an object. In this way, the control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention may serve to create images and videos based on 2D or 3D images or videos.

When the server 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention receives the first user input for character information related to a pre-designed character (S10), it obtains search information by crawling the search results for the received character information ( S20), classify the obtained search information into a plurality of categories according to image information and text information (S30), identify representative images from the unknown information, and generate corresponding two-dimensional 2D characters (S40), Create and classify 2D characters into three-dimensional 3D characters based on the back and side images of the representative image (S50), create a 3D avatar reflecting the 3D character in the metaverse space (S60), and provide information on text information. 2When user input is received, changes can be reflected in the 3D avatar and displayed in the metaverse space (S70).

To describe this operation in more detail, when the control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention receives a first user input for character information related to a pre-designed character from the computing device 100, it responds to the first user input. Search for character information using a search engine or the server 200's own API to obtain search information by crawling search results for character information, and divide the obtained search information into a plurality of categories classified according to preset standards. Can be classified. At this time, among the plurality of categories, the first category may include a plurality of image information corresponding to character information, and the second category may include a plurality of text information corresponding to character information.

Meanwhile, here, character information may include all kinds of information that describes the designed character, for example, the external characteristics, personality characteristics, occupational characteristics, gender characteristics, and type of content in which the character exists. It may include etc. For example, external characteristics may include eye shape, pupils, eyelids, nose shape, etc., personality characteristics may include extroversion, introversion, and mischievousness, and occupational characteristics may include elementary, middle, and high school students. It can contain information about all animations, games, and real-life occupations such as students, teachers, blacksmiths, swordsmen, and monsters. In addition, in relation to the type of content, restrictions can be set for each age group (under 5 years old, under 12 years old, under 15 years old, over 19 years old), and whether the character exists in the game or if it is a game. , RPG games, shooting games, etc., it may contain information limited to the types, and if it is an animation, it may include information limited to the types of sports, romance, etc. The above example may include all descriptive phrases about the character's characteristics, and the embodiment of the present invention is not limited thereto. In other words, search information is obtained through search results for character information describing the above character, and image information and text information are classified and stored from the obtained search information.

The control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention identifies representative images included in the image information at a preset ratio or more, generates a two-dimensional 2D character corresponding to the identified representative image, and converts the generated 2D character into a plurality of images. A three-dimensional 3D character is created based on the rear and side images of the representative image included in the information, and within the metaverse space where the 3D character is reflected in the metaverse created so that the computing device 100 can access it. You can create a 3D avatar that can move. For example, the character information includes information about a boy, a high school student, and an animation, and if the same image information that is searched at a rate of more than a preset 20 to 30% is found in the image information searched based on this information, it is identified as a representative image. The control unit recognizes the outline based on this image information and creates a 2D character, and uses a 3D modeling program to create a 3D character reflecting the side and back images and a metaverse already created based on this. You can create a 3D avatar that moves in space. Here, Metaverse is a compound word of 'Meta', which means processing and abstraction, and 'Universe', which means the real world, and means a three-dimensional virtual world. Metaverse is a more advanced concept than the existing term virtual reality environment, and can provide an augmented reality environment where the virtual world such as the web and the Internet is absorbed into the real world. For example, the metaverse creates a metaverse space configured to imitate a map of a village, each area is created as a space provided by animation content, and the metaverse space is created through the user input unit of each computing device 100. It refers to a space where you can manipulate your avatar and play various types of content. Such a metaverse may be a virtual space received and stored in the server 200 through a user input unit, or it may be a metaverse space provided by another server 200.

Meanwhile, when the control unit according to another embodiment of the present invention receives a second user input for any one of gender, race, age, and occupation included in the plurality of text information from the computing device 100, the second user inputs the 3D avatar. Changes corresponding to input can be reflected and displayed on the display unit. For example, when a 3D avatar is created, it can be customized and produced according to individual tastes.

The animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention may further include a camera 300 network-connected to the computing device 100. At this time, when the control unit receives the action image captured from the camera 300, the control unit extracts the skeletal movement related to the action performed based on the action image, creates an emoticon reflecting the movement in the 3D avatar, and displays it on the display unit. there is. This allows the creation of emoticons that bring out the individuality of each 3D avatar within the metaverse space. It receives images captured through the camera 300, creates images reflecting skeletal movements based on the images, and creates images that reflect the skeletal movements of the characters. You can create emoticons with desired movements added.

An animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a camera holder 400 that detachably fixes the camera 300. When producing animation content, related preparations are usually made in a studio prepared under certain conditions. At this time, the camera 300 is made detachable through the camera holder 400 so that the user can use his or her camera 300 when creating a character emoticon. This has the advantage of improving security and allowing the camera 300 to be more easily fixed and combined. Hereinafter, the camera holder 400 will be described in more detail.

The camera holder 400 of the animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention is provided so that the camera 300 can be fixed and detachably mounted on a mounting frame 410 that supports the load and at one corner of the mounting frame 410. It may include an insertion frame 412 that is positioned and includes an insertion groove 411, and a thread 413 provided correspondingly so that it can be rotated and inserted inside the camera 300 for coupling with the camera 300. .

The camera holder 400 of the animation content production system according to an embodiment of the present invention has a base 420 and a base (420) at the bottom to provide a space through which the insertion groove 411 and the insertion frame 412 are fixed. It may include a casing 430 formed to surround 420). In addition, it may include a locking lever 440 for fixing the insertion groove 411 and the insertion frame 412 when they are inserted through the inside, and is inserted through the insertion groove 411 so that the camera 300 is fixed. A lever base 442 including a locking protrusion at one end and a button 441 at the other end for attaching and detaching the fixed camera 300, and a lever base 442 in one area of the base 420 or casing 430. It may include an elastic member 443 that is connected to a fixed cover including a rotating shaft allowing rotation to provide elastic force to the locking lever 440. For example, when the insertion frame 412 penetrates inside, the locking jaw of the locking lever 440 abuts on the insertion groove 411 and fixes it so that it cannot move, and when the camera 300 needs to be removed, the button 441 is attached to the casing. (430) When pressed inward, the lever base 442 rotates counterclockwise, and at this time, the locking jaw is an elastic member and is bent in the direction discharged from the insertion groove 411, so that the insertion groove 411 is separated from the locking jaw. It escapes from the jammed state, and through this, the camera 300 can be detached.

In the above, preferred embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, but the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and may be used in the technical field to which the invention pertains without departing from the gist of the present invention as claimed in the claims. Of course, various modifications can be made by those skilled in the art, and these modifications should not be understood individually from the technical idea or perspective of the present invention.

100: Computing device
200: server
300: Camera
400: Camera holder
410: Mounting frame
411: Insertion groove
412: Insertion frame
413: thread
420: base
421: Locking jaw receptor
430: Casing
440: Locking lever
441: button
442: Lever base
443: Elastic member

Claims (3)

In the animation content production system,
Includes a computing device,
The computing device displays a pre-designed character on a display unit,
Includes a server network-connected to the computing device,
The server is
Ministry of Communications; storage unit; crawling department; and a control unit,
When the control unit receives a first user input for character information related to the pre-designed character from the computing device,
Searching the character information corresponding to the first user input using a search engine or the server's own API to obtain search information by crawling search results for the character information,
The obtained search information is classified into a plurality of categories classified according to preset standards,
A first category among the plurality of categories includes a plurality of image information corresponding to the character information,
A second category among the plurality of categories includes a plurality of text information corresponding to the character information,
The control unit identifies representative images included in the image information in more than a preset ratio,
Create a two-dimensional 2D character corresponding to the identified representative image,
Generates a three-dimensional 3D character based on the generated 2D character and the rear image and side image of the representative image included in the plurality of image information,
The control unit generates a 3D avatar that can move within the metaverse space in which the generated 3D character is reflected in the metaverse created so that the computing device can access,
When the control unit receives a second user input for any one of gender, race, age, and occupation included in the plurality of text information from the computing device, it changes the 3D avatar corresponding to the second user input. Reflecting,
The character information includes external characteristics, personality characteristics, and occupational characteristics according to the content of any one of the game or animation of the pre-designed character,
The external characteristics include information about eye shape, pupils, eyelids and nose shape, the personality characteristics include information about extrovert, introvert and mischievous type, and the occupational characteristics include information about being a student at school. , contains information about teachers, blacksmiths, swordsmen, and monster types,
Animation content characterized in that the representative image is identified as being included in the image information in a preset ratio or more, and the 3D character is generated based on the back and side images of the generated 2D character. Crafting system.
delete According to paragraph 1,
It further includes a camera network connected to the computing device,
When the control unit receives an action image captured from the camera, the control unit extracts skeletal movement related to the action performed based on the action image and generates an emoticon reflecting the movement in the 3D avatar,
The camera includes a camera holder,
The camera holder includes a mounting frame that is provided to fix and detach the camera and supports the load of the camera; An insertion frame located at one corner of the mounting frame and including an insertion groove; It includes a thread provided correspondingly so that it can be rotated and inserted into a groove provided inside the camera for coupling with the camera,
The camera holder includes a base at the bottom to provide a space for the insertion frame to pass through and be fixed therein. A casing formed to surround the base; A locking lever for fixing the insertion groove and the insertion frame when they are inserted into the insertion groove;
A locking protrusion at one end that is inserted through the insertion groove to allow the camera to be fixed; A lever base including a button at the other end for attaching and detaching the fixed camera; It includes an elastic member that provides elastic force to the locking lever at a rotation axis that allows rotation in an area within the casing,
When the insertion frame penetrates the camera holder, the locking protrusion is fixed in contact with the insertion groove. When the button is pressed, the lever base rotates and the locking protrusion is bent in the direction in which it is discharged from the insertion groove. The insertion groove is released from the jammed state and the camera is detached,
An animation content production system, wherein the locking step is made of an elastic member.