Abstract
Collisions between users of head-worn displays and individuals in the immediate environment often occur because the physical movement of the user is unpredictable to bystanders. This disclosure describes a head-worn display equipped with external visual indicators and an integrated orientation sensor, such as a gyroscope. The sensor detects changes in head position or user leaning, and specific patterns of light are emitted from the visual indicators based on the detected direction. For example, forward, backward, or lateral movements trigger corresponding indicators on the front, rear, and/or sides of the device chassis. By providing real-time visual signals of a user's intended path of movement, the external environment is alerted to potential physical shifts. This mechanism improves the safety of shared spaces by allowing nearby individuals to anticipate and avoid collisions with the wearer.
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Recommended Citation
Kao, Chia Wei, "Visual Movement Indicator for Head-Worn Displays", Technical Disclosure Commons, (February 11, 2026)
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/9316