Diffraction optical weighing system
    91.
    发明授权
    Diffraction optical weighing system 失效
    衍射光学称重系统

    公开(公告)号:US4216837A

    公开(公告)日:1980-08-12

    申请号:US915384

    申请日:1978-06-14

    CPC classification number: G01G9/005 Y10S177/06 Y10S209/912

    Abstract: Weighing apparatus and method. A plurality of weigh members are moveable in sequence in a continuous path. Each weigh member receives an item to be weighed and includes a member which is moveable in response to the weight of the carried item. Preferably, the moveable member is elastically deformable. When an item to be weighed is deposited on a weigh member, the moveable member moves in response to the weight and then "springs" back and so on in an oscillating fashion. The weigh members, each carrying an item to be weighed, are rapidly moved in sequence along the continuous path to a weighing location and the time, while short, is sufficient to permit oscillating movement of the moveable member to substantially cease by the time that the weigh member arrives at the weighing location. At the weighing location, electromagnetic radiation is impinged upon a boundary edge of the moveable member and a pattern of electromagnetic radiation is produced which is characterized by the position to which it moved in response to the weight of an item carried by the weigh member. In a preferred embodiment, the electromagnetic radiation is impinged upon two boundary edges, one fixed and one moving with the moveable member. Diffraction waves emanating from the boundary edges interact to form an interference pattern and the interference pattern is characteristic of the position of the moveable boundary edge relative to the fixed boundary edge. The pattern is analyzed to determine the weight of an item borne by each respective weigh member.

    Abstract translation: 称重装置及方法。 多个称重构件可以在连续路径中依次移动。 每个称重构件接收待称重的物品,并且包括可响应所携带物品的重量而可移动的构件。 优选地,可移动构件是可弹性变形的。 当待称重的物品沉积在称重构件上时,可移动构件响应于重量移动,然后以振荡方式“弹回”等等。 每个携带要称重的物品的称重构件沿着连续路径顺序地快速移动到称重位置,而短时间足以允许可移动构件的振荡运动基本上停止, 称重器到达称重位置。 在称重位置处,电磁辐射撞击到可移动构件的边界边缘,并且产生电磁辐射的图案,其特征在于响应于由称重构件携带的物品的重量而移动的位置。 在优选实施例中,电磁辐射撞击在两个边界边缘上,一个是固定的,另一个移动与移动部件一起移动。 从边界边缘发出的衍射波相互作用,形成干涉图案,干涉图案是可移动边界相对于固定边界边缘位置的特征。 分析图案以确定由每个相应的称重构件承载的物品的重量。

    Method and apparatus for determining object position and dimension using
a diffraction wave
    93.
    发明授权
    Method and apparatus for determining object position and dimension using a diffraction wave 失效
    使用衍射波确定物体位置和尺寸的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US4131365A

    公开(公告)日:1978-12-26

    申请号:US744755

    申请日:1976-11-24

    Inventor: Timothy R. Pryor

    CPC classification number: G01B11/0675 G01B11/2433

    Abstract: The disclosed invention relates to methods and apparatus for obtaining the dimension, position or angle of an object using a point on the object boundary surface to create a diffraction wave when illuminated by a laser beam or other source of electro-magnetic radiation. This diffraction wave is then analyzed to obtain information as to the position point tangent to the laser beam or the angular orientation of the object boundary at said object point.

    Abstract translation: 所公开的发明涉及使用物体边界表面上的点获得物体的尺寸,位置或角度的方法和装置,以在由激光束或其他电磁辐射源照射时产生衍射波。 然后分析该衍射波,得到关于激光束切向的位置点或物体边界在所述物点处的角度取向的信息。

    More useful man machine interfaces and applications
    96.
    发明授权
    More useful man machine interfaces and applications 有权
    更有用的人机界面和应用

    公开(公告)号:US08553079B2

    公开(公告)日:2013-10-08

    申请号:US13714748

    申请日:2012-12-14

    Inventor: Timothy R. Pryor

    CPC classification number: G06F3/0304 G06F3/017 G06F3/0325 G06F3/0386

    Abstract: A method for determining a gesture illuminated by a light source utilizes the light source to provide illumination through a work volume above the light source. A camera is positioned to observe and determine the gesture performed in the work volume.

    Abstract translation: 用于确定由光源照明的手势的方法利用光源通过光源上方的工作体积提供照明。 定位相机来观察和确定在工作量中执行的手势。

    Programmable tactile touch screen displays and man-machine interfaces for improved vehicle instrumentation and telematics
    98.
    发明授权
    Programmable tactile touch screen displays and man-machine interfaces for improved vehicle instrumentation and telematics 有权
    可编程触觉式触摸屏显示器和人机界面,用于改进车辆仪表和远程信息处理

    公开(公告)号:US08482535B2

    公开(公告)日:2013-07-09

    申请号:US12500978

    申请日:2009-07-10

    Inventor: Timothy R. Pryor

    Abstract: Disclosed are new methods and apparatus particularly suited for applications in a vehicle, to provide a wide range of information, and the safe input of data to a computer controlling the vehicle subsystems or “Telematic” communication using for example GM's “ONSTAR” or cellular based data sources. Preferred embodiments utilize new programmable forms of tactile touch screens and displays employing tactile physical selection or adjustment means which utilize direct optical data input. A revolutionary form of dashboard or instrument panel results which is stylistically attractive, lower in cost, customizable by the user, programmable in both the tactile and visual sense, and with the potential of enhancing interior safety and vehicle operation. Non-automotive applications of the invention are also disclosed, for example means for general computer input using touch screens and home automation systems.

    Abstract translation: 公开了特别适用于车辆应用的新方法和装置,提供广泛的信息,以及将数据安全地输入到控制车辆子系统的计算机或使用例如GM的“ONSTAR”或基于蜂窝的 数据源。 优选实施例利用采用触觉物理选择的新的可编程形式的触觉触摸屏和显示器,其利用直接光学数据输入。 仪表板或仪表板结构的革命性形式,其风格有吸引力,成本较低,可由用户定制,可在触觉和视觉上进行编程,并具有增强内部安全性和车辆操作的潜力。 还公开了本发明的非汽车应用,例如用于使用触摸屏和家庭自动化系统的通用计算机输入的装置。

    MORE USEFUL MAN MACHINE INTERFACES AND APPLICATIONS

    公开(公告)号:US20130169535A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-07-04

    申请号:US13714748

    申请日:2012-12-14

    Inventor: Timothy R. Pryor

    CPC classification number: G06F3/0304 G06F3/017 G06F3/0325 G06F3/0386

    Abstract: A method for enhancing a well-being of a small child or baby utilizes at least one TV camera positioned to observe one or more points on the child or an object associated with the child. Signals from the TV camera are outputted to a computer, which analyzes the output signals to determine a position or movement of the child or child associated object. The determined position or movement is then compared to preprogrammed criteria in the computer to determine a correlation or importance, and thereby to provide data to the child.

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