Project Management
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Project Proposal
Interactive translator with elements of neurolinguistics nets and augmented reality
Summary
The main idea of this project is to solve the problem with lack of fast, adequate and contextual translation of visual information using the latest achievements of wireless networks, neurolinguistics and elements of augmented reality in real-time conditions. The system, which is based on ordinary smartphones connected to high-speed Wi-Fi network, allows to read pieces of text, labels, signboards in any major language. The translation is provided based on the contact of foreign text, its position and adequate context.
Proposed solution
The present situation involves various attempts to solve the problem with timely translation, required by both individuals and public bodies, be it a short-time travel or a military campaign abroad. The have been recent attempts to create a universal scanner that would decipher anything (Forbes). However, such scanner project would require the development of a new software and hardware, which would increase the lead-time and decrease its overall competitiveness. There is no need to re-manifest the carrier of this technology, as smartphones are far more popular and tend to grow in productivity furthermore.
The elements of augmented reality for mobile platforms nowadays are being used primarily for entertainment (virtual dressing rooms and Pokemon Go would be valid examples here). It is understandable that the developers are making the most of public trends and try to capitalize them, yet some prospects of such technology are not so obvious and require preliminary development.
Speaking of neurolinguistics networks, it is now possible to figure out the exact meaning of any particular word, phrase or text using the huge massive of data worldwide, yet present software normally required manual data input. The elements of augmented reality are capable of fixing it.
Timeline
Despite the fact that all the project elements exist at the present moment, it may take some time to combine them together into a viable project. It requires thorough planning with the following major phases:
Planning phase. This is the cornerstone of the entire project, as it determines the exact technologies and respective patents (if any) that may be utilized, the resources needed for the successful implementation of the project, and the support that may be available through individual of public channels (Utah).
Team organization phase. It is obvious, that within this project there would be no strict requirements on the allocation of team, it is possible to work on this project from any point on the globe and within any formal or informal organizational structure. Nevertheless, as this project is extremely sensitive in terms of intellectual property rights, certain jurisdictions are to be avoided.
Prototype phase. This project does not require a costly prototype, so the main task here would be creating a working sample of software, even with limited functionality.
Implementation phase. Once all thee technical and legal issues are solved, the system may be implemented through various sales channels. As it involves elements of artificial intelligence, it will be self-learning, and the value of this product will increase over time, as the quality and speed of translation will be constantly improving.
Feedback phase. There may be several forms of feedback within this project. The first one is based on the ordinary Q&A model, involving C2D and B2B communication. The other form would involve automatic assessment of performed operations (e.g. speed of translation from and to various languages) and respective improvement. The system would be capable of learning from every operation it performs.
While it is difficult to predict precise time of implementation of each phase, one may consider 4-6 months per phase a more or less feasible outcome.
Budget
The budget of such project would involve the following elements:
Legal and IP expenses – based on and average rate of USD 120 per hour for a legal and technical advisor, the total of USD 12000 would be required.
Salaries and office – the project may be developed by volunteer developers, and no particular office is required, so the total expenses for salaries, office space and organizational procedures may be negligible. Nevertheless, the project has to look attractive enough for specialists to volunteer, so it has to be promoted both online and offline, and respective costs may reach USD 10000.
Additional expenses – royalties, partnership agreements etc. may contribute to a substantial proportion of the budget, yet cannot be predicted at this stage.
Resources
This project involves the utilization of various intellectual resources from various jurisdictions, and the good thing is that in case of problems with particular patents and IP rights, there are normally more respective available innovations in adjacent areas, and much of respective networks have open code elements.
References
The Top 5 Most Innovative Tech Projects Of 2014 So Far. Forbes, June 26, 2014. Web. Retrieved from: http://www.forbes.com/sites/jaymcgregor/2014/06/26/budget-driverless-cars-and-glow-in-the-dark-trees-the-top-five-most-innovative-tech-projects-of-2014-so-far/#216fdf9c3e7c
Technology Commercialization and Innovation Program. Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development. Web. Retrieved from: http://business.utah.gov/programs/tcip/
