Disney Plans To Use AI To Transform Theme Park Animatronics

Disney Plans To Use AI To Transform Theme Park Animatronics

What’s next for Disney’s theme parks? Credit: Disney Related: Disney Permanently Closes Opening Day Restaurant Disney’s journey in animatronics has taken a remarkable turn since the days of simple cardboard cutouts. Initially, characters in theme parks were static and lacked personality. As technology evolved, so did Disney’s approach. The introduction of animatronics brought figures to life, captivating audiences with movement and sound. Over t…

Disney Files New Patent for AI-Powered Real-Time Projection onto Moving Surfaces

Are AI-Enhanced Animatronics Coming to Disney Parks? Disney has never been shy about pushing the boundaries of theme park magic, and a newly published patent suggests the next big leap might be bringing animatronics to life with artificial intelligence. Filed on March 1, 2024, and published September 4, 2025, the patent is officially titled “Dynamic […]

Disney Patent Targets AI Projection for Real-Time Animatronic Faces in Theme Parks

Disney Patent Targets AI Projection for Real-Time Animatronic Faces in Theme Parks