Xybernaut Granted 'Video Camera System' Patent in China; Invention Involves Body-Worn Mobile/Wearable Computer Combined with Video Camera; Wide Variety of Applications Possible

Business Wire, Jan 11, 2005

FAIRFAX, Va. -- Xybernaut(R) Corporation (Nasdaq:XYBR) today announced it has been granted a patent in China related to a system that combines a "body-worn" (mobile/wearable) computer and a video camera. The Chinese patent, called "Video Camera System," describes a computer technology platform comprised of these two separate technology components.

An example of a situation in which this system can be used is when a video camera operator is located in the rear of a crowd watching a parade or sporting event. He or she can hold the camera viewer above the crowd and view the image using a computer device, such as a head mounted display (HMD), thereby moving the camera viewer in the desired direction. The visible image can then be simultaneously displayed to the viewer (or user) and stored or recorded on the computer or even transmitted via the computer peripherals to a remote location.

"Frequently a video camera user cannot look directly into the camera because of some obstruction. In these cases, in order to be sure the camera is pointed in the right direction and toward the object to be captured by the image, an HMD worn by the user and connected to a computer can simplify this process. Obviously, military, law enforcement, security and emergency preparedness are natural applications," stated Edward G. Newman, chairman and CEO of Xybernaut.

Additional applications are readily apparent in both consumer/individual or business/enterprise settings. For example, complex maintenance or repair tasks could be accomplished in physical locations that make it difficult or impossible for the technician to both see a work area and perform tasks. Sporting events, concerts/entertainment, education and other industries present many other opportunities for creative use of this IP.

"Combined with our launch of Xybernaut China Ltd. as well as other IP recognized in China, SE Asia and surrounding regions, Xybernaut considers this type of application-based IP a valuable extension of our primary patents," added Newman.

Xybernaut has already entered into licensing and business combination relationships with international companies to develop technologies and solution services directly rooted in Xybernaut IP. Xybernaut continues to discuss applications of its IP with many corporations, government entities and organizations as part of an enhanced Licensing Plan announced previously.

This IP has issued as China Patent No. ZL98123135.7.

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Xybernaut Corporation is the leading provider of wearable/ mobile computing hardware, software and services, bringing communications and full-function computing power in a hands-free design to people when and where they need it. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, Xybernaut has offices and subsidiaries in Europe (Germany) and Asia (China, Japan and Korea). Visit the Xybernaut Web site at www.xybernaut.com.

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