公开(公告)号：US20100250305A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-30

申请号：US12415506

申请日：2009-03-31

Applicant: Morris Lee ,  Arun Ramaswamy

Inventor： Morris Lee ,  Arun Ramaswamy

IPC: G06Q10/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q10/06316 ,  H04H60/52

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to monitor shoppers in a retail environment are disclosed herein. In a disclosed example method involves collecting location information indicative of a measured path of travel of a person through a monitored environment. The example method also involves collecting person detection event information associated with a plurality of zones in the monitored environment. The person detection event information is indicative of detections of the person in each of the zones. In addition, the example method involves determining an adjusted path of travel of the person through the monitored environment based on the location information indicative of the measured path of travel and the person detection event information.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了在零售环境中监视购物者的方法和装置。 在公开的示例性方法中，涉及收集指示人通过被监视的环境测量的旅行路径的位置信息。 示例性方法还涉及收集与被监视环境中的多个区域相关联的人员检测事件信息。 人物检测事件信息指示每个区域中的人的检测。 此外，示例性方法包括基于指示测量的旅行路径的位置信息和人物检测事件信息来确定人通过监视的环境的调整的旅行路径。

公开(公告)号：US20100199296A1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-05

申请号：US12757755

申请日：2010-04-09

Applicant: Morris Lee ,  Daniel Nelson ,  Weston Headley

Inventor： Morris Lee ,  Daniel Nelson ,  Weston Headley

IPC: H04N7/16

CPC classification number: H04N21/43615 ,  G08C2201/91 ,  H04H60/31 ,  H04H60/52 ,  H04H2201/90 ,  H04N7/16 ,  H04N21/25866 ,  H04N21/4126 ,  H04N21/4131 ,  H04N21/44213 ,  H04N21/44218 ,  H04N21/44222 ,  H04N21/6582 ,  H04N21/8352

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, and articles of manufacture for using location information to manage spillover in an audience monitoring system are disclosed. In an example method, a first location signal and a second location signal are received substantially simultaneously at a portable metering device. The first location signal is emitted via a first device located at a first location and includes a first signal characteristic associated with the first location. The second location signal is emitted via a second device located at a second location and includes a second signal characteristic associated with the second location. The first location signal or the second location signal is selected based on the first and second signal characteristics. Media monitoring information is generated based on the selected signal.

Abstract translation: 公开了使用位置信息来管理观众监视系统中的溢出的方法，装置和制品。 在示例性方法中，基本上同时在便携式计量装置处接收第一位置信号和第二位置信号。 第一位置信号经由位于第一位置的第一设备发射，并且包括与第一位置相关联的第一信号特征。 第二位置信号经由位于第二位置处的第二设备发射，并且包括与第二位置相关联的第二信号特性。 基于第一和第二信号特性来选择第一位置信号或第二位置信号。 基于选择的信号生成媒体监视信息。

公开(公告)号：US20080059988A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-06

申请号：US11856602

申请日：2007-09-17

Applicant: Morris Lee ,  Paul Mears ,  Robert Luff ,  Arun Ramaswamy ,  Stanley Seagran ,  Weston Headley

Inventor： Morris Lee ,  Paul Mears ,  Robert Luff ,  Arun Ramaswamy ,  Stanley Seagran ,  Weston Headley

IPC: H04N7/16

CPC classification number: H04N21/44204 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  H04H60/33 ,  H04H60/52 ,  H04N21/4394 ,  H04N21/44218 ,  H04N21/44222

Abstract: Example methods, apparatus, and articles of manufacture determine compliance with usage guidelines of an audience measurement system. Initially, location information associated with an audience member is obtained. It is then determined whether the audience member is in compliance with the usage guidelines based on the location information. Media monitoring information corresponding to the location information is then tagged as non-compliant if the audience member is not in compliance with the usage guidelines.

Abstract translation: 示例性方法，设备和制品决定了遵守受众测量系统的使用指南。 最初，获得与受众成员相关联的位置信息。 然后，根据位置信息确定观众成员是否符合使用指南。 如果观众成员不符合使用指南，则与位置信息对应的媒体监控信息随后被标记为不符合规定。

公开(公告)号：US20070050832A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-01

申请号：US11465260

申请日：2006-08-17

Applicant: David Wright ,  Joseph Milavsky ,  Morris Lee ,  William Feininger ,  Charles Conklin ,  Vasiliki Koutsopanagos ,  Arun Ramaswamy

Inventor： David Wright ,  Joseph Milavsky ,  Morris Lee ,  William Feininger ,  Charles Conklin ,  Vasiliki Koutsopanagos ,  Arun Ramaswamy

IPC: H04N7/173 ,  H04N7/16 ,  H04H9/00

CPC classification number: H04H60/40 ,  H04H60/27 ,  H04H60/37 ,  H04H60/43 ,  H04H60/44 ,  H04H60/56 ,  H04H60/58 ,  H04H60/59 ,  H04H2201/90 ,  H04N7/17318 ,  H04N21/42202 ,  H04N21/42203 ,  H04N21/4325 ,  H04N21/44218 ,  H04N21/44222 ,  H04N21/4756 ,  H04N21/84

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to determine audience viewing of recorded programs are disclosed. An example method disclosed herein comprises displaying a previously recorded program on a display, determining a possible original broadcast time corresponding to the previously recorded program, determining program identifying information corresponding to the previously recorded program, and processing the possible original broadcast time information and the program identifying information to compare the previously recorded program with a known broadcast program.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于确定记录节目的观众观看的方法和装置。 本文公开的示例性方法包括在显示器上显示先前记录的节目，确定与先前记录的节目相对应的可能的原始广播时间，确定与先前记录的节目对应的节目识别信息，以及处理可能的原始广播时间信息和节目 识别信息以将先前记录的节目与已知的广播节目进行比较。

公开(公告)号：US06795832B2

公开(公告)日：2004-09-21

申请号：US09971581

申请日：2001-10-09

Applicant: Vernon E. McGeorge, Jr. ,  James R. Curtis ,  Eric R Soderberg ,  Jonathan Patrizio ,  Morris Lee

Inventor： Vernon E. McGeorge, Jr. ,  James R. Curtis ,  Eric R Soderberg ,  Jonathan Patrizio ,  Morris Lee

IPC: G06F1730

CPC classification number: G06F11/3688 ,  Y10S707/99933 ,  Y10S707/99934 ,  Y10S707/99935 ,  Y10S707/99954

Abstract: A rule based compatibility module provides a single unified mechanism for testing rules where testing results depend on various combinations of database queries, computable values, and/or run-string parameters. The testing results may be evaluated within a particular operational environment. The rule based compatibility module encapsulates all versions of compatibility issues, which are highly dependant on the operational context, into one simple mechanism, thereby reducing risks of unexpected behaviors caused by improper or incomplete handling of compatibility issues. In addition, the rule based compatibility module provides a simple mechanism for handling ad-hoc run-string switches used for debugging, or for optional enabling or disabling of features under development.

Abstract translation: 基于规则的兼容性模块为测试规则提供单一的统一机制，其中测试结果取决于数据库查询，可计算值和/或运行字符串参数的各种组合。 测试结果可以在特定的操作环境中进行评估。 基于规则的兼容性模块将高度依赖于操作上下文的所有版本的兼容性问题封装成一个简单的机制，从而减少由不正确或不完整的兼容性问题处理引起的意外行为的风险。 此外，基于规则的兼容性模块提供了一种简单的机制，用于处理用于调试的ad-hoc运行字符串开关，或用于可选启用或禁用正在开发的功能。

公开(公告)号：US5550928A

公开(公告)日：1996-08-27

申请号：US992383

申请日：1992-12-15

Applicant: Daozheng Lu ,  Ceril T. Shagrin ,  William L. Thomas ,  Morris Lee ,  Bruce Bernard ,  Jia Zhang

Inventor： Daozheng Lu ,  Ceril T. Shagrin ,  William L. Thomas ,  Morris Lee ,  Bruce Bernard ,  Jia Zhang

IPC: G06K9/68 ,  G06K9/00 ,  H04H1/00 ,  H04H60/45 ,  H04N7/18 ,  H04N17/00 ,  G06K9/62

CPC classification number: H04H60/45 ,  G06K9/00221 ,  G06K9/00778 ,  H04N21/42201

Abstract: In a passive identification apparatus for identifying a predetermined individual member of a television viewing audience in a monitored viewing area, a video image of a monitored viewing area is captured. A template matching score is provided for an object in the video image. A Eigenface recognition score is provided for an object in the video image. These scores may be provided by comparing objects in the video image to reference files. The template matching score and the Eigenface recognition score are fused to form a composite identification record from which a viewer may be identified. Body shape matching, viewer tracking, viewer sensing, and/or historical data may be used to assist in viewer identification. The reference files may be updated as recognition scores decline.

Abstract translation: 在用于识别被监视的观看区域中的电视观看者的预定个体成员的被动识别装置中，捕获被监视的观看区域的视频图像。 为视频图像中的对象提供模板匹配分数。 为视频图像中的对象提供特征面识别分数。 可以通过将视频图像中的对象与参考文件进行比较来提供这些分数。 将模板匹配分数和特征面识别分数融合以形成可从中识别观察者的复合识别记录。 身体形状匹配，观看者跟踪，观看者感测和/或历史数据可以用于辅助观看者识别。 当识别分数下降时，参考文件可能会更新。

公开(公告)号：US09269093B2

公开(公告)日：2016-02-23

申请号：US13475571

申请日：2012-05-18

Applicant: Morris Lee ,  Arun Ramaswamy

Inventor： Morris Lee ,  Arun Ramaswamy

IPC: G06Q30/00 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  H04H60/52 ,  G06Q10/06

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q10/06316 ,  H04H60/52

Abstract: An example disclosed method involves collecting first data with first sensors fixed at entrances or exits of aisles in a retail or commercial establishment, and collecting second data with second sensors fixed in the retail or commercial establishment. The first sensors to collect the first data by detecting a first signal type different from a second signal type detected by the second sensors. The example method also involves generating a path of travel of a person in the retail or commercial establishment using the second data, and correcting an error in the path of travel based on the first data.

Abstract translation: 一个示例性的公开方法涉及通过固定在零售或商业机构的通道入口或出口处的第一传感器来收集第一数据，以及利用固定在零售或商业机构中的第二传感器收集第二数据。 第一传感器，通过检测不同于由第二传感器检测到的第二信号类型的第一信号类型来收集第一数据。 示例性方法还涉及使用第二数据生成零售或商业建筑中的人的旅行路径，并且基于第一数据来校正行进路径中的错误。

公开(公告)号：US09094710B2

公开(公告)日：2015-07-28

申请号：US12757755

申请日：2010-04-09

Applicant: Morris Lee ,  Daniel Nelson ,  Weston Headley

Inventor： Morris Lee ,  Daniel Nelson ,  Weston Headley

IPC: H04N21/436 ,  H04N21/41 ,  H04N21/442 ,  H04H60/31 ,  H04N7/16 ,  H04N21/258 ,  H04N21/658 ,  H04N21/8352 ,  H04H60/52

CPC classification number: H04N21/43615 ,  G08C2201/91 ,  H04H60/31 ,  H04H60/52 ,  H04H2201/90 ,  H04N7/16 ,  H04N21/25866 ,  H04N21/4126 ,  H04N21/4131 ,  H04N21/44213 ,  H04N21/44218 ,  H04N21/44222 ,  H04N21/6582 ,  H04N21/8352

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, and articles of manufacture for using location information to manage spillover in an audience monitoring system are disclosed. In an example method, a first location signal and a second location signal are received substantially simultaneously at a portable metering device. The first location signal is emitted via a first device located at a first location and includes a first signal characteristic associated with the first location. The second location signal is emitted via a second device located at a second location and includes a second signal characteristic associated with the second location. The first location signal or the second location signal is selected based on the first and second signal characteristics. Media monitoring information is generated based on the selected signal.

Abstract translation: 公开了使用位置信息来管理观众监视系统中的溢出的方法，装置和制品。 在示例性方法中，基本上同时在便携式计量装置处接收第一位置信号和第二位置信号。 第一位置信号经由位于第一位置的第一设备发射，并且包括与第一位置相关联的第一信号特征。 第二位置信号经由位于第二位置处的第二设备发射，并且包括与第二位置相关联的第二信号特性。 基于第一和第二信号特性来选择第一位置信号或第二位置信号。 基于选择的信号生成媒体监视信息。

公开(公告)号：US09054820B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-09

申请号：US13558224

申请日：2012-07-25

Applicant: Morris Lee ,  William H. Schilp ,  Michael A. Hicks ,  Ronald Schwerer ,  David H. Wright ,  Kevin Deng

Inventor： Morris Lee ,  William H. Schilp ,  Michael A. Hicks ,  Ronald Schwerer ,  David H. Wright ,  Kevin Deng

IPC: H04H60/32 ,  H04H60/58 ,  G06Q20/12 ,  H04H60/37 ,  H04H60/56 ,  H04H60/59 ,  H04N7/173 ,  H04N21/234 ,  H04N21/258 ,  H04N21/433 ,  H04N21/44 ,  H04N21/658 ,  H04N21/8352 ,  H04H60/40 ,  H04H60/43

CPC classification number: H04H60/58 ,  G06Q20/1235 ,  H04H60/372 ,  H04H60/40 ,  H04H60/43 ,  H04H60/56 ,  H04H60/59 ,  H04H2201/90 ,  H04N7/17309 ,  H04N21/23418 ,  H04N21/25891 ,  H04N21/433 ,  H04N21/44008 ,  H04N21/6582 ,  H04N21/8352

Abstract: Signature-based program identification apparatus and methods for use with digital audio and/or video systems are disclosed. The disclosed systems and methods develop signatures of digital audio and/or video content from a digital data stream at two or more sites and compare the signatures to one another to identify the content.

Abstract translation: 公开了基于签名的节目识别装置和与数字音频和/或视频系统一起使用的方法。 所公开的系统和方法从两个或多个站点处的数字数据流开发数字音频和/或视频内容的签名，并将签名彼此进行比较以识别内容。

公开(公告)号：US08887191B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-11

申请号：US13337890

申请日：2011-12-27

Applicant: Morris Lee

Inventor： Morris Lee

IPC: H04H9/00 ,  H04N7/16 ,  G06K9/00 ,  H04H60/58 ,  H04N17/00

CPC classification number: H04N21/23418 ,  G06K9/0053 ,  G06K9/00543 ,  H04H60/58 ,  H04H2201/90 ,  H04N21/4394 ,  H04N21/442 ,  H04N21/44204 ,  H04N21/84

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to identify media content using temporal signal characteristics are disclosed. An example method to identify media content includes generating a first signature based on a media content signal, the first signature comprising a plurality of first normalized features, each normalized feature corresponding to a signal peak and located at a temporal location of the signal peak in the audio signal, correlating the first signature to a reference signature comprising second normalized features to obtain an index, and determining that the first signature represents the same media content as the reference signature when the index is greater than a threshold.

Abstract translation: 公开了使用时间信号特征来识别媒体内容的方法和装置。 识别媒体内容的示例性方法包括：基于媒体内容信号生成第一签名，所述第一签名包括多个第一标准化特征，每个归一化特征对应于信号峰值并位于信号峰值的时间位置 音频信号，将第一签名与包括第二归一化特征的参考签名相关联以获得索引，并且当索引大于阈值时，确定第一签名代表与参考签名相同的媒体内容。