公开(公告)号：US07095562B1

公开(公告)日：2006-08-22

申请号：US11197006

申请日：2005-08-04

Applicant: Guolin Peng ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier

Inventor： Guolin Peng ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier

IPC: G02B27/44 ,  G02B26/00 ,  G09G5/00 ,  F21S8/10

CPC classification number: G02B27/0101 ,  G02B2027/011 ,  G02B2027/0114 ,  G02B2027/0118 ,  G02B2027/0123

Abstract: A head up display system for a vehicle that includes a compact image source for projecting an image. The compact image source may be foldable up toward or into a cockpit ceiling of the vehicle, be positioned within a dashboard of the vehicle, or located at another suitable position. A combiner reflects the projected image with optical power toward an observer for observation. The combiner is positioned so that the observer, in a line of sight, may see a visual exterior view of an outside scene through the combiner and the projected image in the combiner. In a preferred embodiment, the image source includes an illumination system that includes a high power light emitting diode (LED) array assembly. A Fresnel lens array is operatively associated with the LED array assembly for receiving light produced by the LED and providing a nearly collimated light output. A spatial light modulator receives the nearly collimated light output. The preferred combiner is a meniscus combiner that includes a meniscus lens; a multi-layer dichroic coating formed on a first surface of the meniscus lens; and, an anti-reflection coating formed on a second, opposite surface of the meniscus lens. The meniscus combiner preferably utilizes a non-symmetric aspheric meniscus lens.

Abstract translation: 一种用于车辆的抬头显示系统，其包括用于投影图像的紧凑图像源。 紧凑的图像源可以朝向或者向车辆的驾驶舱顶部折叠，被定位在车辆的仪表板内，或者位于另一合适的位置。 组合器将具有光学功率的投射图像反向观察者观察。 组合器被定位成使得观察者在视线中可以通过组合器和组合器中的投影图像来看到外部场景的视觉外观。 在优选实施例中，图像源包括包括大功率发光二极管（LED）阵列组件的照明系统。 菲涅耳透镜阵列与LED阵列组件可操作地相关联，用于接收由LED产生的光并提供几乎准直的光输出。 空间光调制器接收几乎准直的光输出。 优选的组合器是包括弯月形透镜的弯液面组合器; 形成在弯月透镜的第一表面上的多层二向色涂层; 以及形成在弯月形透镜的第二相对表面上的防反射涂层。 弯液面组合器优选地使用非对称非球面弯月透镜。

公开(公告)号：US06937194B1

公开(公告)日：2005-08-30

申请号：US10645244

申请日：2003-08-21

Applicant: John L. Meier ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier ,  James B. West ,  Stephen J. Wright ,  Nathan O. Jensen

Inventor： John L. Meier ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier ,  James B. West ,  Stephen J. Wright ,  Nathan O. Jensen

IPC: H01Q3/30 ,  H01Q21/00 ,  H01Q1/38

CPC classification number: H01Q3/30 ,  H01Q21/0025

Abstract: A method of forming a conformal electronic scanning array (ESA) is disclosed. The ESA is formed using rolling techniques similar to those used in forming LCD displays. If the layers forming the ESA are made of substantially transparent materials, the ESA may be applied to an outer surface of a display, such as a flexible display. The ESA may also be applied to a window or other non-planar surface such as an outer surface of a vehicle, or may be integrated into a computer display.

Abstract translation: 公开了形成保形电子扫描阵列（ESA）的方法。 使用类似于用于形成LCD显示器的滚动技术形成ESA。 如果形成ESA的层由基本上透明的材料制成，则ESA可以被施加到诸如柔性显示器的显示器的外表面上。 ESA也可以应用于窗户或其他非平面表面，例如车辆的外表面，或者可以集成到计算机显示器中。

公开(公告)号：US06933534B1

公开(公告)日：2005-08-23

申请号：US10378297

申请日：2003-03-03

Applicant: Martin J. Steffensmeier

Inventor： Martin J. Steffensmeier

IPC: G09F9/33 ,  H01L27/32 ,  H01L29/06 ,  H01L29/20

CPC classification number: G09F9/33 ,  H01L27/3216 ,  H01L27/3218

Abstract: An emissive display system includes a matrix of pixels. The matrix of pixels can be comprised of two or more elements. The two or more elements have different areas from each other. The different areas allow the elements to be driven at similar or preferred drive biases and energies despite the different materials utilized to manufacture the elements.

Abstract translation: 发射显示系统包括像素矩阵。 像素矩阵可以由两个或更多个元素组成。 两个或更多个元件具有彼此不同的区域。 不同的区域允许元件以相似或优选的驱动偏压和能量驱动，尽管用于制造元件的不同材料。

公开(公告)号：US07513668B1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-07

申请号：US11196999

申请日：2005-08-04

Applicant: Guolin Peng ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier

Inventor： Guolin Peng ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier

IPC: F21V7/04

CPC classification number: G02B27/0103 ,  G02B3/08 ,  G02B2027/0118

Abstract: An illumination system for use in illuminating a spatial light modulator for a head up display system. The illumination system includes a high power light emitting diode (LED) array assembly; and, a Fresnel lens array operatively associated with the LED array assembly for receiving light produced by the LED and providing a nearly collimated light output for use by the spatial light modulator. Utilization of the ultra bright LED array and Fresnel lens array provides the capability of the illumination source to be made very thin, light weight, and efficient. The Fresnel lens array, which converges the light to be nearly collimated, enhances the harvest of the available flux thus increasing the system efficiency and providing a system that gives the illusion of having an image at infinity. Additional components such as holographic elements, optical compensation films, and brightness enhancement films can be used to tailor the light if required.

Abstract translation: 一种用于照明头顶显示系统的空间光调制器的照明系统。 照明系统包括大功率发光二极管（LED）阵列组件; 以及与LED阵列组件可操作地相关联的菲涅尔透镜阵列，用于接收由LED产生的光并提供几乎准直的光输出以供空间光调制器使用。 超亮LED阵列和菲涅耳透镜阵列的利用使得照明源的能力变得非常薄，重量轻，效率高。 将光收敛几乎准直的菲涅耳透镜阵列增强了可用通量的收获，从而提高了系统效率，并提供了一种使无限图像具有错觉的系统。 如果需要，可以使用诸如全息元件，光学补偿膜和亮度增强膜的附加部件来定制光。

公开(公告)号：US07397606B1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-08

申请号：US11196904

申请日：2005-08-04

Applicant: Guolin Peng ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier

Inventor： Guolin Peng ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier

IPC: G02B27/14

CPC classification number: G02B27/0101 ,  G02B2027/0114 ,  G02B2027/012

Abstract: A meniscus combiner for a head up display (HUD) system. The meniscus combiner includes a meniscus lens; a multi-layer dichroic coating formed on a first surface of the meniscus lens; and, an anti-reflection coating formed on a second, opposite surface of the meniscus lens. The meniscus combiner preferably utilizes a non-symmetric aspheric meniscus lens which simplifies the optical system of the image source (overhead or in-dash unit) minimizing aberrations and minimizing costs. The meniscus combiner may be fabricated utilizing a number of lens sections which may be bonded together and blended. Use of multiple lens sections provides the ability to easily optimize the lens design. Alternatively, the meniscus combiner can be fabricated from a single lens.

Abstract translation: 用于头顶显示（HUD）系统的半月板组合器。 弯液面组合器包括弯月透镜; 形成在弯月透镜的第一表面上的多层二向色涂层; 以及形成在弯月形透镜的第二相对表面上的防反射涂层。 弯液面组合器优选地使用非对称非球面弯月透镜，其简化了使像差最小化并最小化成本的图像源（开销或仪表板单元）的光学系统。 弯液面组合器可以使用可以结合在一起并混合的多个透镜部分来制造。 使用多个镜头部分可以轻松优化镜头设计。 或者，弯液面组合器可以由单个透镜制造。

公开(公告)号：US07230613B1

公开(公告)日：2007-06-12

申请号：US10378486

申请日：2003-03-03

Applicant: Martin J. Steffensmeier ,  Thomas A. Seder

Inventor： Martin J. Steffensmeier ,  Thomas A. Seder

IPC: G09G3/10

CPC classification number: G09G3/2011 ,  G09G3/001 ,  G09G3/3208 ,  G09G3/3648 ,  G09G2320/0285 ,  G09G2320/043 ,  G09G2320/0626

Abstract: A visual display includes a dimming mode. The dimming mode is provided via analog and digital dimming mode signals. The dimming mode signals can be provided via a digital-to-analog converter. The display can be an OLED or LCD display used in avionic and projection applications.

Abstract translation: 视觉显示包括调光模式。 调光模式通过模拟和数字调光模式信号提供。 调光模式信号可以通过数模转换器提供。 显示器可以是用于航空和投影应用的OLED或LCD显示器。

公开(公告)号：US06457837B1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-01

申请号：US09771419

申请日：2001-01-26

Applicant: Martin J. Steffensmeier

Inventor： Martin J. Steffensmeier

IPC: F21V1312

CPC classification number: G02F1/13362 ,  F21V9/14

Abstract: A lighting system is disclosed. The lighting system includes a first selectively actuated light module that emits light having a first polarization orientation. A second selectively actuated light module emits light having a second polarization orientation that is orthogonal to the first polarization orientation. A first combining element combines and directs light from the first and second light modules into an optical path. A first polarization alignment element aligns the polarization of light from the first combining element to a predetermined polarization orientation. The first and second light modules are selectively actuated to ensure that light having the predetermined polarization orientation is substantially constantly emitted when desired.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种照明系统。 照明系统包括发射具有第一偏振取向的光的第一选择性激励光模块。 第二选择性致动的光模块发射具有与第一偏振取向正交的第二偏振取向的光。 第一组合元件将来自第一和第二光模块的光组合并引导到光路中。 第一偏振对准元件将来自第一组合元件的光的偏振对准到预定的偏振取向。 选择性地启动第一和第二光模块，以确保在需要时具有预定极化取向的光基本上恒定地发射。

公开(公告)号：US06373478B1

公开(公告)日：2002-04-16

申请号：US09277524

申请日：1999-03-26

Applicant: Martin J. Steffensmeier

Inventor： Martin J. Steffensmeier

IPC: G09G336

CPC classification number: G09G3/3688 ,  G09G3/2011 ,  G09G2310/0275

Abstract: A column driver circuit for a liquid crystal display (LCD) system provides a large number of gray-scale values without significant cost, power requirements, and size requirements. The column driver circuit avoids the use of conventional multiplexer based systems and utilizes a digital-to-analog converter to provide voltage levels through analog memory devices. The analog memory devices are sample-and-hold circuits, each having two capacitors and three switches.

Abstract translation: 用于液晶显示（LCD）系统的列驱动电路提供大量的灰度值，而不需要大量成本，功率要求和尺寸要求。 列驱动器电路避免使用常规的基于多路复用器的系统，并且利用数模转换器来通过模拟存储器件提供电压电平。 模拟存储器件是采样保持电路，每个电路具有两个电容器和三个开关。

公开(公告)号：US5920366A

公开(公告)日：1999-07-06

申请号：US719103

申请日：1996-09-24

Applicant: Brian P. Dehmlow ,  Scott A. Bottorf ,  Gary D. Bishop ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier ,  James D. Sampica ,  Mark C. Skarohlid ,  William S. Ebeltoft

Inventor： Brian P. Dehmlow ,  Scott A. Bottorf ,  Gary D. Bishop ,  Martin J. Steffensmeier ,  James D. Sampica ,  Mark C. Skarohlid ,  William S. Ebeltoft

IPC: G02F1/133 ,  G02F1/1333 ,  H05B1/02 ,  H05B3/02

CPC classification number: G02F1/133382

Abstract: A multi-contact LCD heater system which include several contacts disposed around the periphery of a resistive film deposited on a substrate in which each contact is dynamically controlled in response to input from various temperature sensors. The control allows for each contact to be connected to a high potential or a low potential source or remain isolated. Spatial, temporal and amplitude modulation of the heat applied to the LCD is achieved.

Abstract translation: 多接触LCD加热器系统，其包括设置在沉积在基板上的电阻膜的周围的多个触点，其中每个触点响应于来自各种温度传感器的输入被动态地控制。 该控制允许每个触点连接到高电位或低电位源或保持隔离。 实现了施加到LCD的热量的空间，时间和幅度调制。

公开(公告)号：US5798745A

公开(公告)日：1998-08-25

申请号：US723404

申请日：1996-09-30

Applicant: Martin J. Steffensmeier

Inventor： Martin J. Steffensmeier

IPC: G09G3/36 ,  G09G3/18

CPC classification number: G09G3/3648 ,  G09G3/3659

Abstract: A display element in a liquid-crystal display having a tailored pushdown voltage is described wherein the pushdown voltage of the display element may be tailored to a predetermined compensation level by varying the size of the thin-film transistor switch of the display element, by varying the size of the storage capacitor of the display element, or by varying both the size of the thin-film transistor switch and the size of the storage capacitor. The pushdown voltage of the display element may be further tailored in conjunction with the cell gap of the display panel. Precise manipulation of the output of the liquid-crystal display may be achieved through manipulation of the size of the thin-film transistor and the storage capacitor wherein various parameters may be controlled including luminance, color balance and aperture ratio for individual colors.

Abstract translation: 描述了具有修剪的下推电压的液晶显示器中的显示元件，其中可以通过改变显示元件的薄膜晶体管开关的尺寸来改变显示元件的下推电压至预定的补偿电平 显示元件的存储电容器的尺寸，或者通过改变薄膜晶体管开关的尺寸和存储电容器的尺寸两者。 可以结合显示面板的单元间隙进一步调整显示元件的下推电压。 可以通过操纵薄膜晶体管和存储电容器的尺寸来实现对液晶显示器的输出的精确操作，其中可以控制各种参数，包括各种颜色的亮度，色平衡和开口率。