Remotely controlled automatic camera tracking system

摘要

A remotely controlled automatic camera tracking system for self-photography is disclosed. The systems hereof combine the functions of remote camera operation, including closed loop automatic zoom control, and camera tracking by employing a system architecture that eliminates the requirement to have microprocessors coupled to the tracking station for the calculation of range and bearing. The system enables range and bearing information to be viewed by the operator, if desired, and conserves radio power.

主权项

1. A system for automated self-photography comprising:
a) a camera; b) a base associated with said camera, said base configured to turn said camera according to orientation commands received from a remote control, said remote control being associated with a user; c) said base comprising
i) at least one motor to turn said camera, andii) a transceiver to receive orientation commands from said remote control; d) said remote control comprising
i) a locating device configured to periodically update the location of the remote control,ii) a processor configured to store location information of said camera and of the remote control,iii) said processor also configured to compute orientation commands for said base whenever the location of the remote control changes, andiv) a transmitter configured to send said orientation commands to said base.