公开(公告)号：US07623301B2

公开(公告)日：2009-11-24

申请号：US12287469

申请日：2008-10-08

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa

IPC: G02B15/14 ,  G02B7/02

CPC classification number: G02B7/102 ,  H02N2/026 ,  H02N2/04

Abstract: Systems for positioning a functional element, such as an optical lens, include a housing, a primary guide pin coupled to the housing, a functional group that includes the functional element, and a vibrational actuator assembly. The functional group is movably coupled with the primary guide pin and includes a first friction surface and a second friction surface. The first and second friction surfaces are oriented relative to one another at one of an obtuse angle and a straight angle. The vibrational actuator assembly is substantially registered relative to the housing and includes a first drive element and a second drive element. The first drive element is configured to interact with the first friction surface and the second drive element is configured to interact with the second friction surface. The vibrational actuator assembly operates to translate the functional group. Some embodiments include position sensing elements configured to detect position(s) of the functional element(s), and control system(s) configured to operate the actuators based on feedback from the position sensing system(s).

公开(公告)号：US20080074528A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-27

申请号：US11888979

申请日：2007-08-03

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Klaus Raschke ,  Alexander Raschke ,  John Toor

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Klaus Raschke ,  Alexander Raschke ,  John Toor

IPC: H04N3/14 ,  G03B13/30 ,  G03B17/08

CPC classification number: G03B3/10 ,  G02B7/102 ,  G03B13/30 ,  G03B13/34 ,  H04N5/2253 ,  H04N5/2254 ,  H04N5/2257 ,  H04N5/23212

Abstract: An optical module includes a first optics group, a second optics group, and an image sensor, wherein the first optics group and second optics group are configured to provide an image having a focus and a magnification to the image sensor. In some embodiments of the present invention, a first optics assembly includes a first optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a first lead screw so that translation of the first lead screw results in translation of the first optics group along an axis of the first lead screw, a first actuator for rotating the first lead screw; and a first sensing target configured to permit detection of rotation of the first lead screw. In some embodiments of the present invention a second optics assembly includes a second optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a second lead screw so that translation of the second lead screw results in translation of the second optics group along an axis of the second lead screw, a second actuator for rotating the second lead screw, and second means for sensing configured to detect rotation of the second lead screw.

Abstract translation: 光学模块包括第一光学组，第二光学组和图像传感器，其中第一光学组和第二光学组被配置为向图像传感器提供具有焦点和放大率的图像。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第一光学组件包括耦合到第一导螺杆的螺纹部分的第一光学组，使得第一导螺杆的平移导致第一光学组沿着第一导线的轴线的平移 螺杆，用于旋转第一导螺杆的第一致动器; 以及被配置为允许检测第一导螺杆的旋转的第一感测对象。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第二光学组件包括耦合到第二导螺杆的螺纹部分的第二光学组，使得第二导螺杆的平移导致第二光学组沿着第二导螺杆的轴线的平移 用于旋转第二导螺杆的第二致动器和用于检测构造成检测第二导螺杆旋转的感测的第二装置。

公开(公告)号：US20070053672A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-08

申请号：US11514811

申请日：2006-09-01

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Russel Moore

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Russel Moore

IPC: G03B17/00

CPC classification number: G03B17/02 ,  G01D5/3473 ,  G02B7/102 ,  G03B13/36 ,  H04N5/2254 ,  H04N5/23212

Abstract: An optical module includes a first optics group, a second optics group, and an image sensor, wherein the first optics group and second optics group are configured to provide an image having a focus and a magnification to the image sensor. In some embodiments of the present invention, a first optics assembly includes a first optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a first lead screw so that rotation of the first lead screw results in translation of the first optics group along an axis of the first lead screw, a first actuator for rotating the first lead screw; and a first sensing target configured to permit detection of rotation of the first lead screw. In some embodiments of the present invention a second optics assembly includes a second optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a second lead screw so that rotation of the second lead screw results in translation of the second optics group along an axis of the second lead screw, a second actuator for rotating the second lead screw, and second means for sensing configured to detect rotation of the second lead screw.

Abstract translation: 光学模块包括第一光学组，第二光学组和图像传感器，其中第一光学组和第二光学组被配置为向图像传感器提供具有焦点和放大率的图像。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第一光学组件包括耦合到第一导螺杆的螺纹部分的第一光学组，使得第一导螺杆的旋转导致第一光学组沿着第一导线的轴线的平移 螺杆，用于旋转第一导螺杆的第一致动器; 以及被配置为允许检测第一导螺杆的旋转的第一感测对象。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第二光学组件包括耦合到第二导螺杆的螺纹部分的第二光学组，使得第二导螺杆的旋转导致第二光学组沿着第二导螺杆的轴线的平移 用于旋转第二导螺杆的第二致动器和用于检测构造成检测第二导螺杆旋转的感测的第二装置。

公开(公告)号：USD253475S

公开(公告)日：1979-11-20

申请号：US845571

申请日：1977-10-26

Applicant: Jochen Kramer ,  Hans Schonfeld ,  Friedrich Papke ,  Dieter Mankau ,  Heinz Hamm ,  Lothar Westerweck

Designer： Jochen Kramer ,  Hans Schonfeld ,  Friedrich Papke ,  Dieter Mankau ,  Heinz Hamm ,  Lothar Westerweck

公开(公告)号：US20110292526A1

公开(公告)日：2011-12-01

申请号：US13204564

申请日：2011-08-05

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Russel L. Moore

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Russel L. Moore

IPC: G02B7/02

CPC classification number: G03B17/02 ,  G01D5/3473 ,  G02B7/102 ,  G03B13/36 ,  H04N5/2254 ,  H04N5/23212

Abstract: An optical module includes a first optics group, a second optics group, and an image sensor, wherein the first optics group and second optics group are configured to provide an image having a focus and a magnification to the image sensor. In some embodiments of the present invention, a first optics assembly includes a first optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a first lead screw so that rotation of the first lead screw results in translation of the first optics group along an axis of the first lead screw, a first actuator for rotating the first lead screw; and a first sensing target configured to permit detection of rotation of the first lead screw. In some embodiments of the present invention a second optics assembly includes a second optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a second lead screw so that rotation of the second lead screw results in translation of the second optics group along an axis of the second lead screw, a second actuator for rotating the second lead screw, and second means for sensing configured to detect rotation of the second lead screw.

Abstract translation: 光学模块包括第一光学组，第二光学组和图像传感器，其中第一光学组和第二光学组被配置为向图像传感器提供具有焦点和放大率的图像。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第一光学组件包括耦合到第一导螺杆的螺纹部分的第一光学组，使得第一导螺杆的旋转导致第一光学组沿着第一导线的轴线的平移 螺杆，用于旋转第一导螺杆的第一致动器; 以及被配置为允许检测第一导螺杆的旋转的第一感测对象。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第二光学组件包括耦合到第二导螺杆的螺纹部分的第二光学组，使得第二导螺杆的旋转导致第二光学组沿着第二导螺杆的轴线的平移 用于旋转第二导螺杆的第二致动器和用于检测构造成检测第二导螺杆旋转的感测的第二装置。

公开(公告)号：US20110233393A1

公开(公告)日：2011-09-29

申请号：US13049803

申请日：2011-03-16

Applicant: Ian B. HANSON ,  Paul F. Bente, IV ,  Jacques L. Favreau ,  Lothar Westerweck

Inventor： Ian B. HANSON ,  Paul F. Bente, IV ,  Jacques L. Favreau ,  Lothar Westerweck

IPC: G01D5/34 ,  H05K13/00

CPC classification number: G01D5/34 ,  G01D11/30 ,  H02K11/22 ,  H05K13/00 ,  Y10T29/49002 ,  Y10T29/49117

Abstract: A motor may be configured to drive a drive shaft and an engagement member supported on the drive shaft. A detectable feature comprising a rotary member may be supported on the drive shaft such that movement of the drive shaft by the motor changes a state of the detectable feature. At least one sensor may be arranged to detect the state of the detectable feature. Circuitry may be configured to provide a signal in response to a change in the state of the detectable feature detected by the at least one sensor.

Abstract translation: 马达可以构造成驱动驱动轴和支撑在驱动轴上的接合构件。 包括旋转构件的可检测特征可以被支撑在驱动轴上，使得驱动轴由电动机的移动改变可检测特征的状态。 可以布置至少一个传感器以检测可检测特征的状态。 电路可以被配置为响应于由至少一个传感器检测到的可检测特征的状态的变化来提供信号。

公开(公告)号：US07825985B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-02

申请号：US11980021

申请日：2007-10-29

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck ,  Albert Chua ,  Abhijit Limaye

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck ,  Albert Chua ,  Abhijit Limaye

IPC: H04N5/225 ,  G02B13/16

CPC classification number: G03B17/28 ,  G03B2217/002 ,  H04N5/2254 ,  H04N5/2257 ,  Y10T29/49002 ,  Y10T29/4913

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of manufacturing ultra-compact camera modules, adjusting them, post production, to precise focal point settings, and sealing the precisely aligned assembly to maintain the focal point. Also, the invention specifically relates to ultra-compact camera module apparatuses.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及制造超小型相机模块的方法，调整它们，后期制作，到精确的焦点设置，以及密封精确对准的组件以保持焦点。 此外，本发明具体涉及超小型相机模块装置。

公开(公告)号：US07798730B2

公开(公告)日：2010-09-21

申请号：US12150219

申请日：2008-04-25

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck

IPC: G03B9/10

CPC classification number: G03B17/02 ,  G03B9/10 ,  G03B9/14 ,  G03B9/24 ,  G03B9/26

Abstract: The present invention is a miniature camera shutter module for use in miniature camera applications. It is an object of the present invention to provide the miniature camera shutter module with solenoid controlled blades in order to alter the amount and quality of light passing through a conduit disposed on the surface of the module. In some embodiments of the present invention, the blade comprises a shutter to completely block light. In other embodiments, the blade comprises an aperture, a neutral-density filter, a monochromatic filter, and the like. In some embodiments of the present invention, the miniature camera shutter module is positioned within a more elaborate miniature camera chassis.

Abstract translation: 本发明是用于微型照相机应用的微型相机快门模块。 本发明的目的是提供具有螺线管控制的叶片的微型相机快门模块，以便改变通过设置在模块表面上的导管的光量和质量。 在本发明的一些实施例中，刀片包括完全阻挡光的快门。 在其它实施例中，刀片包括孔，中性密度滤光片，单色滤光片等。 在本发明的一些实施例中，微型相机快门模块位于更精细的微型相机机箱内。

公开(公告)号：US20090167926A1

公开(公告)日：2009-07-02

申请号：US12317132

申请日：2008-12-18

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Russel L. Moore

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa ,  Russel L. Moore

IPC: H04N5/232 ,  F16H55/18 ,  G03B13/32

CPC classification number: G03B17/02 ,  G01D5/3473 ,  G02B7/102 ,  G03B13/36 ,  H04N5/2254 ,  H04N5/23212

Abstract: An optical module includes a first optics group, a second optics group, and an image sensor, wherein the first optics group and second optics group are configured to provide an image having a focus and a magnification to the image sensor. In some embodiments of the present invention, a first optics assembly includes a first optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a first lead screw so that rotation of the first lead screw results in translation of the first optics group along an axis of the first lead screw, a first actuator for rotating the first lead screw; and a first sensing target configured to permit detection of rotation of the first lead screw. In some embodiments of the present invention a second optics assembly includes a second optics group coupled to a threaded portion of a second lead screw so that rotation of the second lead screw results in translation of the second optics group along an axis of the second lead screw, a second actuator for rotating the second lead screw, and second means for sensing configured to detect rotation of the second lead screw.

Abstract translation: 光学模块包括第一光学组，第二光学组和图像传感器，其中第一光学组和第二光学组被配置为向图像传感器提供具有焦点和放大率的图像。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第一光学组件包括耦合到第一导螺杆的螺纹部分的第一光学组，使得第一导螺杆的旋转导致第一光学组沿着第一导线的轴线的平移 螺杆，用于旋转第一导螺杆的第一致动器; 以及被配置为允许检测第一导螺杆的旋转的第一感测对象。 在本发明的一些实施例中，第二光学组件包括耦合到第二导螺杆的螺纹部分的第二光学组，使得第二导螺杆的旋转导致第二光学组沿着第二导螺杆的轴线的平移 用于旋转第二导螺杆的第二致动器和用于检测构造成检测第二导螺杆的旋转的第二感测装置。

公开(公告)号：US20090046376A1

公开(公告)日：2009-02-19

申请号：US12287469

申请日：2008-10-08

Applicant: Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa

Inventor： Lothar Westerweck ,  Wolfram Grziwa

IPC: G02B7/09

CPC classification number: G02B7/102 ,  H02N2/026 ,  H02N2/04

Abstract: Systems for positioning a functional element, such as an optical lens, include a housing, a primary guide pin coupled to the housing, a functional group that includes the functional element, and a vibrational actuator assembly. The functional group is movably coupled with the primary guide pin and includes a first friction surface and a second friction surface. The first and second friction surfaces are oriented relative to one another at one of an obtuse angle and a straight angle. The vibrational actuator assembly is substantially registered relative to the housing and includes a first drive element and a second drive element. The first drive element is configured to interact with the first friction surface and the second drive element is configured to interact with the second friction surface. The vibrational actuator assembly operates to translate the functional group. Some embodiments include position sensing elements configured to detect position(s) of the functional element(s), and control system(s) configured to operate the actuators based on feedback from the position sensing system(s).

Abstract translation: 用于定位诸如光学透镜的功能元件的系统包括壳体，联接到壳体的主导销，包括功能元件的功能组以及振动致动器组件。 所述功能组与所述主导销可移动地联接并且包括第一摩擦面和第二摩擦面。 第一和第二摩擦表面以钝角和直角之一相对于彼此定向。 振动致动器组件相对于壳体基本上配准，并且包括第一驱动元件和第二驱动元件。 第一驱动元件被配置为与第一摩擦表面相互作用，并且第二驱动元件构造成与第二摩擦表面相互作用。 振动致动器组件操作以平移功能组。 一些实施例包括被配置为检测功能元件的位置的位置感测元件和被配置为基于来自位置感测系统的反馈来操作致动器的控制系统。