公开(公告)号：US06411871B1

公开(公告)日：2002-06-25

申请号：US09924226

申请日：2001-08-06

Applicant: Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G01C300

CPC classification number: G01S17/66 ,  B64G1/24 ,  B64G1/36 ,  B64G1/66 ,  B64G2001/247 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G05D1/0883

Abstract: An autonomous navigation, guidance, and control process for docking and formation flying by utilizing the laser dynamic range imager (LDRI) and key technologies, including fuzzy logic based guidance and control, optical flow calculation (including cross-correlation, phase-correlation, and image differential), software design and implementation, and verification methods. The autonomous navigation, guidance, and control process includes the steps of providing an expected reference position relative to a target; generating a carrier position and attitude relative to said target by a Range and Intensity Images Provider; producing a relative position and attitude error; and producing control commands from said relative position and attitude error for relative motion dynamics.

Abstract translation: 通过利用激光动态范围成像仪（LDRI）和关键技术（包括基于模糊逻辑的指导和控制），光流计算（包括互相关，相位相关和相关关系）进行对接和形成飞行的自主导航，指导和控制过程 图像差分），软件设计和实现以及验证方法。 自主导航，指导和控制过程包括提供相对于目标的预期参考位置的步骤; 通过范围和强度图像提供者产生相对于所述目标的载体位置和态度; 产生相对位置和态度误差; 并从相对运动动力学的相对位置和姿态误差产生控制命令。

公开(公告)号：US06311555B1

公开(公告)日：2001-11-06

申请号：US09442596

申请日：1999-11-17

Applicant: Hiram McCall ,  Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Hiram McCall ,  Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G01P1500

CPC classification number: G01C19/5719

Abstract: An angular rate producer is provided for measuring vehicle angular rate, wherein high performance dither drive signal generation and angular sensing signal extracting means are provided for hands-on vibrating type angular rate detecting units, including tuning forks and vibrating strings to obtain highly accurate angular rate signals. The angular rate producer includes an vibrating type angular rate detecting unit for detecting angular rate via Corilois Effect; an interfacing circuitry for converting angular motion-induced signals from the vibrating type angular rate detecting unit into angular rate signals and converting inertial element dither motion signals from the vibrating type angular rate detecting unit into processible inertial element dither motion signals; and a digital processing system for locking the high-quality factor frequency and amplitude of the vibrating inertial elements in the vibrating type angular rate detecting unit by means of providing an electronic energy including dither drive signal for the vibrating type angular rate detecting unit using the processible inertial element dither motion signals.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于测量车辆角速率的角速率产生器，其中为手动振动型角速率检测单元提供高性能抖动驱动信号产生和角度感测信号提取装置，其包括调谐叉和振弦，以获得高精度的角速率 信号。 角速率生成器包括用于通过Corilois Effect检测角速度的振动型角速度检测单元; 用于将来自振动型角速率检测单元的角运动感应信号转换为角速率信号并将来自振动型角速率检测单元的惯性元件抖动运动信号转换为可处理的惯性元件抖动运动信号的接口电路; 以及数字处理系统，用于通过提供包括用于振动型角速率检测单元的抖动驱动信号的电子能量来使振动型角速率检测单元中的振动惯性元件的高品质因子频率和幅度锁定在振动型角速率检测单元中 惯性元件抖动运动信号。

公开(公告)号：US08670964B2

公开(公告)日：2014-03-11

申请号：US12924359

申请日：2010-09-24

Applicant: Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G06G7/48

CPC classification number: G06F17/5086 ,  G01C19/38

Abstract: A Modeling, Design, Analysis, Simulation, and Evaluation (MDASE) aspects of gyrocompassing in relation to Far-Target Location (FTL) systems include a Gyrocompass Modeling and Simulation System (GMSS). The GMSS has four major components: the 6 degree-of-freedom (6DOF) Motion Simulator, the IMU Sensor Simulator, the Gyrocompass System and Calibration Process Simulator, and the Gyrocompass System Evaluation and Analysis Module. The modular architecture of GMSS makes it very flexible for programming, testing, and system maintenance. The realization of the GMSS is based on any computer platforms for the GMSS software is written in high level language and is portable. The stochastic signal analysis and sensor testing and modeling tools include a suite of generic statistical analysis software, including Allan Variance and power spectral density (PSD) analysis tools, which are available to every GMSS module and greatly enhanced the system functionality.

Abstract translation: 与目标定位（FTL）系统相关的陀螺仪的建模，设计，分析，仿真和评估（MDASE）方面包括陀螺仪建模与仿真系统（GMSS）。 GMSS有四个主要部分：6自由度（6DOF）运动模拟器，IMU传感器模拟器，陀螺仪系统和校准过程模拟器以及陀螺仪系统评估和分析模块。 GMSS的模块化架构使其对于编程，测试和系统维护非常灵活。 GMSS的实现是基于任何用于GMSS软件的计算机平台，以高级语言编写并且是便携式的。 随机信号分析和传感器测试和建模工具包括一套通用统计分析软件，包括Allan方差和功率谱密度（PSD）分析工具，可用于每个GMSS模块，并大大增强了系统功能。

公开(公告)号：US08509965B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-13

申请号：US11999310

申请日：2007-12-04

Applicant: Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G01C23/00 ,  G05D1/00 ,  G08G5/04

CPC classification number: G01C21/165 ,  G01S13/9303 ,  G01S13/94 ,  G01S19/15 ,  G08G5/0078 ,  G08G5/0086 ,  G08G5/045

Abstract: Collision with ground/water/terrain and midair obstacles is one of the common causes of severe aircraft accidents. The various data from the coremicro AHRS/INS/GPS Integration Unit, terrain data base, and object detection sensors are processed to produce collision warning audio/visual messages and collision detection and avoidance of terrain and obstacles through generation of guidance commands in a closed-loop system. The vision sensors provide more information for the Integrated System, such as, terrain recognition and ranging of terrain and obstacles, which plays an important role to the improvement of the Integrated Collision Avoidance System.

Abstract translation: 与地面/水/地形和空中障碍物的碰撞是严重飞机事故的常见原因之一。 处理核心AHRS / INS / GPS集成单元，地形数据库和物体检测传感器的各种数据，以产生碰撞警告音频/视觉消息和碰撞检测，避免地形和障碍物通过生成指导命令， 循环系统。 视觉传感器为集成系统提供了更多的信息，例如地形识别和地形和障碍物的范围，这对改进综合碰撞避免系统起着重要的作用。

公开(公告)号：US08275193B2

公开(公告)日：2012-09-25

申请号：US12008205

申请日：2008-01-08

Applicant: Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G06K9/00 ,  G06K9/62 ,  G06K9/66 ,  G01C21/00

CPC classification number: G06K9/3216 ,  G06K9/6293 ,  G06T7/13 ,  G06T7/74 ,  G06T2207/20164

Abstract: This invention documents the efforts on the research and development of a miniaturized GPS/MEMS IMU integrated navigation system. A miniaturized GPS/MEMS IMU integrated navigation system is presented; Laser Dynamic Range Imager (LDRI) based alignment algorithm for space applications is discussed. Two navigation cameras are also included to measure the range and range rate which can be integrated into the GPS/MEMS IMU system to enhance the navigation solution.

Abstract translation: 本发明记录了小型化GPS / MEMS IMU综合导航系统的研究与开发工作。 提出了一种小型化GPS / MEMS IMU综合导航系统; 讨论了基于激光动态范围成像仪（LDRI）的空间应用对准算法。 还包括两个导航相机来测量可以集成到GPS / MEMS IMU系统中的范围和射程，以增强导航解决方案。

公开(公告)号：US08229163B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-24

申请号：US12229450

申请日：2008-08-22

Applicant: Norman P. Coleman ,  Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Norman P. Coleman ,  Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06K9/0063 ,  G06K9/00208 ,  G06K9/3241 ,  G06T7/277 ,  G06T2207/10016 ,  G06T2207/30212 ,  G06T2207/30241

Abstract: The technology of the 4D-GIS system deploys a GIS-based algorithm used to determine the location of a moving target through registering the terrain image obtained from a Moving Target Indication (MTI) sensor or small Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) camera with the digital map from GIS. For motion prediction the target state is estimated using an Extended Kalman Filter (EKF). In order to enhance the prediction of the moving target's trajectory a fuzzy logic reasoning algorithm is used to estimate the destination of a moving target through synthesizing data from GIS, target statistics, tactics and other past experience derived information, such as, likely moving direction of targets in correlation with the nature of the terrain and surmised mission.

Abstract translation: 4D-GIS系统的技术部署了基于GIS的算法，用于通过注册从具有数字的移动目标指示（MTI）传感器或小型无人机（UAV）摄像机获得的地形图像来确定移动目标的位置 地图GIS。 对于运动预测，使用扩展卡尔曼滤波器（EKF）估计目标状态。 为了增强移动目标轨迹的预测，采用模糊逻辑推理算法，通过合成GIS数据，目标统计，战术等经验导出信息，将可能的移动方向 目标与地形的性质和推测的使命相关。

公开(公告)号：US08005635B2

公开(公告)日：2011-08-23

申请号：US12228754

申请日：2008-08-14

Applicant: Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G01C25/00 ,  G01C19/00 ,  G01F19/00

CPC classification number: G01C25/005 ,  G01C21/16

Abstract: A method and system for Self-calibrated Azimuth and Attitude Accuracy Enhancing are disclosed, wherein SAAAEMS approach is based on fully auto-calibration self-contained INS principles, not depending on magnetometers for azimuth/heading determination, and thus the system outputs and performance are not affected by the environmental magnetic fields. In order to reduce the system size and cost, this new innovative methods and algorithms are used for SAAAEMS system configuration and integration. Compared to a conventional INS for gyrocompassing, AGNC's approach uses a smaller number of high accuracy sensors: SAAAEMS uses only one 2-axis high accuracy gyro (for example, one DTG) instead of 3-axis; the third axis gyro is a MEMS gyro. It uses only 2 high accuracy accelerometers instead of 3, since the two accelerometers are used only for gyrocompassing not for navigation. These two changes to the conventional INS system configuration remarkably reduce the whole system size and cost. SAAAEMS, uses dynamic gyrocompassing processing for isolation of Base motion disturbance/interference and vibration. SAAAEMS provides a method and system for using automatic methods for system calibration.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于自校准方位和姿态精度提高的方法和系统，其中SAAAEMS方法基于完全自动校准自包含INS原理，而不依赖于用于方位角/方位确定的磁力计，因此系统输出和性能是 不受环境磁场的影响。 为了降低系统尺寸和成本，这种新的创新方法和算法用于SAAAEMS系统的配置和集成。 与传统的用于陀螺仪的INS相比，AGNC的方法使用较少数量的高精度传感器：SAAAEMS仅使用一个2轴高精度陀螺仪（例如一个DTG）而不是3轴; 第三轴陀螺仪是一个MEMS陀螺仪。 它仅使用2个高精度加速度计而不是3个，因为两个加速度计仅用于不用于导航的陀螺仪。 对传统INS系统配置的这两个改变显着地降低了整个系统的尺寸和成本。 SAAAEMS使用动态陀螺仪处理来分离基运动扰动/干扰和振动。 SAAAEMS提供了一种使用自动方法进行系统校准的方法和系统。

公开(公告)号：US20110167024A1

公开(公告)日：2011-07-07

申请号：US12930418

申请日：2011-01-05

Applicant: Francisco J. Maldonado Diaz ,  Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Francisco J. Maldonado Diaz ,  Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G06N3/04

CPC classification number: G06N3/086

Abstract: A real time kernel for deploying health monitoring functions in Condition Base Maintenance (CBM) and Real Time Monitoring (RTM) systems is disclosed in this invention. The Optimized Neuro Genetic Fast Estimator (ONGFE) allows embedding failure detection, identification, and prognostics (FDI&P) capability by using Intelligent Software Element (ISE) based upon Artificial Neural Network (ANN). ONGFE enables embedded fast and on-line training for designing ANNs, which perform very high performance FDI&P functions. An advantage is the optimization block based on pseudogenetic algorithms, which compensate for effects due to initial weight values and local minimums without the computational burden of genetic algorithms. It provides a synchronization block for communication with secondary diagnostic modules. Also a scheme for conducting sensor data validation is embedded in Smart Sensors (SS). The algorithms are designed for a distributed, scalar, and modular deployment. The system electronics is built upon a network of smart sensors and a health monitoring computer for providing data acquisition capability and distributed computational power.

Abstract translation: 在本发明中公开了一种用于在条件库维护（CBM）和实时监控（RTM）系统中部署健康监控功能的实时内核。 优化的神经遗传快速估计器（ONGFE）通过使用基于人工神经网络（ANN）的智能软件元素（ISE），允许嵌入失败检测，识别和预测（FDI＆P）能力。 ONGFE可以进行嵌入式快速和在线培训，用于设计执行非常高性能的FDI和P功能的ANN。 优点是基于假基因算法的优化块，其补偿由初始权重值和局部最小值引起的影响，而没有遗传算法的计算负担。 它提供了一个用于与辅助诊断模块通信的同步块。 传感器数据验证方案也嵌入在智能传感器（SS）中。 算法设计用于分布式，标量化和模块化部署。 系统电子设备基于智能传感器网络和健康监控计算机，用于提供数据采集能力和分布式计算能力。

公开(公告)号：US20090073034A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-19

申请号：US12154033

申请日：2008-05-19

Applicant: Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G01S5/00

CPC classification number: G01S19/49

Abstract: A method and system for multi-tracking among independent individuals without a monitoring center, where an individual is a person, a vehicle, or any other property, enables the individuals to be networked in a group and each individual to search and track other individuals of interest. The portable multi-tracking system is also capable of tracking personnel inside a building, where a self-contained positioning device provides continuous carrier's position information. In the open area a GPS (Global Positioning System) unit is activated to provide precision absolute position data which can be blended with the self-contained data to improve the accuracy and robustness of the positioning services. Thus the present invention provides excellent position tracking outside a building.

Abstract translation: 在没有监控中心的个人之间进行多追踪的方法和系统，其中个人是人，车辆或任何其他财产，使得个人能够联网在一个组中，并且每个人都可以搜索和跟踪其他个人的 利益。 便携式多追踪系统还能够跟踪建筑物内的人员，其中独立的定位设备提供连续的运营商的位置信息。 在开放区域，GPS（全球定位系统）单元被激活以提供精确的绝对位置数据，其可与自包含数据混合以提高定位服务的准确性和鲁棒性。 因此，本发明在建筑物外部提供优异的位置跟踪。

公开(公告)号：US20050231425A1

公开(公告)日：2005-10-20

申请号：US11142927

申请日：2005-06-01

Applicant: Norman Coleman ,  Ken Lam ,  George Papanagopoulos ,  Ching-Fang Lin

Inventor： Norman Coleman ,  Ken Lam ,  George Papanagopoulos ,  Ching-Fang Lin

IPC: G01S19/02 ,  A63F13/00 ,  G01S5/00 ,  G01S5/14 ,  G08G1/123

CPC classification number: G01S19/14 ,  G01C21/206 ,  G01S5/0072 ,  G08G1/20

Abstract: A networked position multiple tracking system includes a plurality of individual units which are networked multi-tracking devices networked and their location information is shared via a data link. The individual units are organized as groups and groups are further networked to facilitate the data transfer in a large area or different geographical areas. The typical applications of the present invention include tracking of family members; tracking of cab vehicles of a taxi company; tracking of law enforcement officials pursuing criminals or suspects. In a military environment, the soldiers in a regiment can track each other during military missions by using the present invention. The pilots of aircraft in a formation can use the multi-tracking system to maintain formation flight and evade potential collision.

Abstract translation: 联网位置多重跟踪系统包括多个单独的单元，这些单元是联网的多重跟踪设备，并且其位置信息经由数据链路共享。 各个单位被组织为组，并且组进一步联网以促进在大面积或不同地理区域中的数据传输。 本发明的典型应用包括跟踪家庭成员; 跟踪出租车公司的出租车车辆; 追查执法人员追捕罪犯或疑犯。 在军事环境中，一个团中的士兵可以通过使用本发明在军事任务期间相互追踪。 飞机在飞行中的飞行员可以使用多跟踪系统来维持飞行，逃避潜在的碰撞。