公开(公告)号：US08878830B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-04

申请号：US12884986

申请日：2010-09-17

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor ,  Abdelouahid Zakriti ,  Stephane Vivien ,  Pascal Mellot

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor ,  Abdelouahid Zakriti ,  Stephane Vivien ,  Pascal Mellot

IPC: G09G5/00 ,  G01J1/18 ,  G01J1/46

CPC classification number: G01J1/18 ,  G01J1/46

Abstract: Ambient light is detected by a photodiode circuit by measuring the time taken for a digital output of the photodiode circuit to change state in response to exposure of a photodiode of the photodiode circuit to that ambient light. A nominal time for state change is calculated based on photodiode circuit characteristics. Furthermore, an effective time for the photodiode circuit digital output to change state is determined in a calibration mode where the photodiode has been disconnected and a reference current is applied to the circuit. An illumination value of the detected ambient light is then calculated as a function of: the measured time, the effective time and the nominal time.

Abstract translation: 通过测量光电二极管电路的数字输出所需的时间以响应于光电二极管电路的光电二极管暴露于​​该环境光而改变状态，由光电二极管电路检测环境光。 基于光电二极管电路特性计算状态变化的标称时间。 此外，在光电二极管已经断开并且将参考电流施加到电路的校准模式中确定用于光电二极管电路数字输出改变状态的有效时间。 然后根据测量的时间，有效时间和标称时间来计算检测到的环境光的照明值。

公开(公告)号：US20120019663A1

公开(公告)日：2012-01-26

申请号：US13189733

申请日：2011-07-25

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor

IPC: G06K9/62 ,  H04N5/33

CPC classification number: G06F1/3231 ,  Y02D10/173

Abstract: A module is configured to control an electronic device equipped with an optical receiver for wireless remote control. The module includes a face detection circuit that detects the presence of a face within an area proximate to the electronic device. An optical transmission circuit operates to transmit an optical control signal to the electronic device in response a detected change in face detection status made by the face detection circuit. To assist operation of the face detection circuit, the optical transmission circuit is further configured to illuminate an area proximate to the electronic device.

Abstract translation: 模块被配置为控制配备有用于无线遥控的光接收机的电子设备。 该模块包括面部检测电路，其检测靠近电子设备的区域内的面部的存在。 响应于由脸部检测电路进行的面部检测状态的检测到的变化，光传输电路操作以将光学控制信号发送到电子设备。 为了辅助面部检测电路的操作，光传输电路还被配置为照亮靠近电子设备的区域。

公开(公告)号：US07586168B2

公开(公告)日：2009-09-08

申请号：US11750024

申请日：2007-05-17

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor

IPC: H01L27/14

CPC classification number: H04N5/37455

Abstract: A photosensor includes a photovoltage generator for generating a photovoltage, and a comparator for determining a number of integer multiples of a threshold voltage associated with the photosensor. A primary counter is incremented by the determined number of integer multiples. A voltage injector adds at least one unit of voltage to the comparator, with each voltage unit having a value less than the threshold voltage. A secondary counter determines a number of voltage units needed to cause the voltage in the comparator to attain an integer multiple of the threshold voltage.

Abstract translation: 光电传感器包括用于产生光电压的光电压发生器和用于确定与光电传感器相关联的阈值电压的整数倍数的比较器。 主计数器增加确定的整数倍数。 电压注入器将至少一个单位的电压添加到比较器，其中每个电压单元具有小于阈值电压的值。 次级计数器确定使比较器中的电压达到阈值电压的整数倍所需的电压单元数量。

公开(公告)号：US07502061B2

公开(公告)日：2009-03-10

申请号：US10978223

申请日：2004-10-29

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor

IPC: H04N3/14 ,  H04N5/335

CPC classification number: H04N5/3575 ,  H04N5/3655 ,  H04N5/37455

Abstract: An image sensor includes an array of digital pixels, a first frame store for storing reference data, and a second frame store for storing image data. The reference and image data are combine to cancel an off-set of the pixels in the array. A re-set and a calibration phase are performed while a shutter is closed to obtain reference data during a calibration phase. A comparator measures an off-set time to gather information on the off-set of the pixels. During or after an exposure phase a conversion time is measured representative of the illumination on the pixel. During the calibration phase the off-set is measured. This digital technique requires a much smaller voltage swing on the pixel, and known techniques and can be performed in a shorter time. This increases the overall frame rate of the image sensor since the time taken for the reset and calibration phases is less than the time taken for the exposure phase.

Abstract translation: 图像传感器包括数字像素阵列，用于存储参考数据的第一帧存储器和用于存储图像数据的第二帧存储器。 参考和图像数据被组合以消除阵列中的像素的偏移。 在快门关闭时执行重新设置和校准阶段，以在校准阶段获得参考数据。 比较器测量离散时间以收集关于像素偏移的信息。 在曝光阶段期间或之后，测量转换时间代表像素上的照明。 在校准阶段，测量偏移。 该数字技术要求像素上的电压摆幅小得多，并且已知的技术可以在更短的时间内执行。 这增加了图像传感器的总体帧速率，因为复位和校准阶段所花费的时间小于曝光阶段所花费的时间。

公开(公告)号：US07459663B2

公开(公告)日：2008-12-02

申请号：US11419029

申请日：2006-05-18

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor

IPC: H01L27/00 ,  H04N3/14

CPC classification number: H04N5/367

Abstract: The image sensor includes a plurality of pixels, arranged in rows and columns to form a pixel array, each pixel having a pixel output. The image sensor includes at least two column bitlines for each pixel column, each column bitline connected to each pixel output in the pixel column and to a common readout amplifier. In one embodiment, the bitlines are not in the same plane and multiple bitlines are positioned one above the other, maximizing pixel efficiency.

Abstract translation: 图像传感器包括以行和列排列以形成像素阵列的多个像素，每个像素具有像素输出。 图像传感器包括用于每个像素列的至少两列列位线，每个列位线连接到像素列中的每个像素输出和公共读出放大器。 在一个实施例中，位线不在同一平面中，并且多个位线一个位于另一个之上，使像素效率最大化。

公开(公告)号：US07273633B2

公开(公告)日：2007-09-25

申请号：US11018979

申请日：2004-12-21

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor

IPC: C12M1/34 ,  B05D3/00

CPC classification number: G02B3/0018 ,  B01L3/5085 ,  B01L2200/12 ,  B01L2300/0819 ,  G01N33/543 ,  G02B3/0056 ,  G03F7/40

Abstract: A method for forming a sensor is provided, together with a sensor formed according to the method. Photoresist material is deposited on a surface of the sensor, and is then patterned and etched to form an array of microlens structures. The structures are spaced close together in a predetermined pattern so that when a reflow process is performed, the structures melt and coalesce to form a barrier. The barrier defines a region for constraining or channeling the flow of reagent and analyte samples used in bio-optical sensors.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于形成传感器的方法，以及根据该方法形成的传感器。 光致抗蚀剂材料沉积在传感器的表面上，然后被图案化和蚀刻以形成微透镜结构的阵列。 结构以预定图案彼此靠近地间隔开，使得当进行回流处理时，结构熔化并聚结形成屏障。 屏障限定了用于约束或引导生物光学传感器中使用的试剂和分析物样品流的区域。

公开(公告)号：US07186968B2

公开(公告)日：2007-03-06

申请号：US11154330

申请日：2005-06-16

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor

IPC: G01J1/44 ,  H01L27/00 ,  G02B5/30 ,  G02F1/01

CPC classification number: G02B5/3058 ,  G01J4/04 ,  H01L27/14625 ,  H01L27/14685 ,  H01L31/02327

Abstract: A polarization sensitive solid state image sensor includes an integrated photodetector and polarizing assembly. The polarizing assembly is formed directly on an upper dielectric surface of the photodetector as a metal grid. The integral form of the device improves polarization operation and reduces manufacturing costs.

Abstract translation: 偏振敏感固态图像传感器包括集成光电检测器和偏振组件。 偏振组件直接形成在作为金属栅格的光电检测器的上电介质表面上。 该器件的整体形式提高了极化操作并降低了制造成本。

公开(公告)号：US20060261249A1

公开(公告)日：2006-11-23

申请号：US11419029

申请日：2006-05-18

Applicant: Jeffrey RAYNOR

Inventor： Jeffrey RAYNOR

IPC: H01L27/00

CPC classification number: H04N5/367

Abstract: The image sensor includes a plurality of pixels, arranged in rows and columns to form a pixel array, each pixel having a pixel output. The image sensor includes at least two column bitlines for each pixel column, each column bitline connected to each pixel output in the pixel column and to a common readout amplifier. In one embodiment, the bitlines are not in the same plane and multiple bitlines are positioned one above the other, maximizing pixel efficiency.

Abstract translation: 图像传感器包括以行和列排列以形成像素阵列的多个像素，每个像素具有像素输出。 图像传感器包括用于每个像素列的至少两列列位线，每个列位线连接到像素列中的每个像素输出和公共读出放大器。 在一个实施例中，位线不在同一平面中，并且多个位线一个位于另一个之上，使像素效率最大化。

公开(公告)号：US20060140452A1

公开(公告)日：2006-06-29

申请号：US11300144

申请日：2005-12-14

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor ,  Brian Stewart

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor ,  Brian Stewart

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06F1/3203 ,  G06F1/3231 ,  G06F21/32 ,  G06F21/43 ,  Y02D10/173

Abstract: A detection apparatus is for a computer to detect the presence or absence of a computer user. The absence of a user can trigger a computer display to power down, while the detected presence of a user can trigger the display to power back up, and, optionally, require a log in. The detection apparatus may operate automatically and thus may provide a reliable way of saving power and/or ensuring security of computer data.

Abstract translation: 检测装置用于计算机检测计算机用户的存在或不存在。 没有用户可以触发计算机显示器断电，而检测到的用户的存在可以触发显示器加电，并且可选地需要登录。检测设备可以自动操作，并且因此可以提供 可靠的节电方式和/或确保计算机数据的安全。

公开(公告)号：US20060007154A1

公开(公告)日：2006-01-12

申请号：US11170985

申请日：2005-06-30

Applicant: Jeffrey Raynor

Inventor： Jeffrey Raynor

IPC: G09G5/08

CPC classification number: G06F3/0317 ,  G01S17/50 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G06T7/20

Abstract: In an apparatus, such as an optical mouse, relative motion between itself and an adjacent surface is detected. A lens focuses an image of the illuminated adjacent surface, and an image sensor receives the image and generates picture signals representing sequential frames of the image. A high-pass filter may filter the picture signals. An image processor may receive the high-pass filtered picture signals for correlating successive frames of the picture signals to derive an output representing the relative motion.

Abstract translation: 在诸如光电鼠标的装置中，检测其本身与相邻表面之间的相对运动。 透镜聚焦照明相邻表面的图像，并且图像传感器接收图像并产生表示图像的连续帧的图像信号。 高通滤波器可以对图像信号进行滤波。 图像处理器可以接收高通滤波的图像信号，用于对图像信号的连续帧进行相关，以导出表示相对运动的输出。