| 摘要 |
A ride or show control apparatus (100) using visual recognition to provide a more interactive experience to guests or participants. The apparatus (100) is adapted for operating a ride or show element (170), such as a robotic character (174). The apparatus (100) includes a mechanized or robotic element (174) with movable components positioned near a guest traffic area (150). The apparatus (100) includes an imaging assembly (140) capturing images (146) of the traffic area (150) and outputting digital image data. A controller (110) is provided that includes a processor (112) using an object recognition module (120) to process the image data (146) to determine whether an object (156) is in the traffic area (150). In response to the object recognition, the control system (110) operates movable components of the mechanized element (174) such as to cause it to speak or move in the direction of the recognized object (156) such as a visitor's face or a badge, hat, or other item worn or carried by a guest or participant. |
