Abstract:
A method and a device for high-speed scale conversion wherein a value N within a range of N1 and N2 is converted into a small value M within a range of M1 and M2. The method includes the step of obtaining an approximate value of M by loading the value (N−N1+2p−1) into a multi-bit shift register and right-shifting p bits. A binary search process is then used to determine the error value between the actual value of M and the approximate value of M. By avoiding actual multiplication processes, the conversion can be carried out using low-cost electronic hardware such as a microprocessor or a PROM to carry out the binary search process, a shift-register to obtain the approximate value of M, a multiplexer to receive an analog input data N and an A/D converter to convert the analog input data N into a digital data N.
Abstract:
A thin image sensor package includes an image sensor having an active area which is responsive to radiation. The image sensor is mounted to a substrate which is transparent to the radiation. The image sensor is mounted such that the active area of the image sensor faces the substrate. Of importance, the substrate serves a dual function. In particular, the substrate is the window which covers the active area of the image sensor. Further, the substrate is the platform upon which the image sensor package is fabricated. As a result, the image sensor package is thin, lightweight and inexpensive to manufacture.
Abstract:
An image sensor package includes an image sensor, a window, and a molding, where the molding includes a lens holder extension portion extending upwards from the window. The lens holder extension portion includes a female threaded aperture extending from the window such that the window is exposed through the aperture. A lens is supported in a threaded lens support. The threaded lens support is threaded into the aperture of the lens holder extension portion. The lens is readily adjusted relative to the image sensor by rotating the lens support.
Abstract:
A digital camera component is described that has a light splitter cube having an entrance face to receive incident light from a camera scene. The cube splits the incident light into first, second, and third color components that emerge from the cube through a first face, a second face, and a third face of the cube, respectively. First, second, and third image sensors are provided, each being positioned to receive a respective one of the color components that emerge from the first, second, and third faces of the cube. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.
Abstract:
A method is disclosed for instructing a user interface (UI) in communication with a first of vision processor (VP) to establish communication with a second (VP). The invention is useful in a machine vision system having a plurality of VPs and at least one UI. The method includes the steps of providing each VP with a link function for establishing communication between a VP and a UI; and activating the link function so as to issue instructions to the UI to establish communication with another VP. The link function enables local dynamic display of a remote VP on the UI, and a dynamic connection that provides a continually updated display representing a current state of the VP connected to the UI. An operator may observe results and alter parameters on any of the VPs in the system without having to first understand the architecture of the machine vision system.
Abstract:
A printed circuit carrier has an opening therein against which a back plate is attached to thereby form a cavity. An image sensor device is attached to the back plate inside the cavity. The height of the image sensor device is about equal to or less than the height of the cavity. Electrical signal connections are formed between the image sensor device and the printed circuit carrier. A cap is attached directly to the carrier by a flowable adhesive layer, to seal off the cavity. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.
Abstract:
A testing system (200) for digital camera modules (100) includes a first testing module (50), an assembling mechanism (60), a focusing module (62), a second testing module (70), a carrying mechanism (80), and a main processor (90). The carrying mechanism supports and transports subassemblies of the digital camera modules and the digital camera modules between the first testing module, the assembling mechanism, the focusing module and the second testing module. The first testing module, the assembling mechanism, the focusing module, the carrying mechanism, and the second testing module are all electronically connected with the main processor.
Abstract:
A chip package includes a carrier (32), an image sensor chip (34), a plurality of wires (36), an adhesive means (3262) and a transparent cover (38). The carrier has a cavity (321) therein. The image sensor chip is received in the cavity, and the image sensor has a photosensitive area (344). Each wire electronically connects the image sensor chip and the carrier. The adhesive means is applied to the image sensor chip around the photosensitive area and covers at least one portion of all the wires adjacent to the photosensitive area. The adhesive means surrounds an enclosing body (3264) around the photosensitive area. The transparent cover is mounted to the carrier, and the cover is adhered to the carrier with the adhesive means. The cover with the enclosing body defines a sealing space (37) for enclosing the photosensitive area of the image sensor chip therein.
Abstract:
A digital camera module package method includes the steps of: firstly, providing a carrier (30), which includes a base (24) and a leadframe (320). The base has a cavity therein and the leadframe includes a number of conductive pieces (322); Secondly, mounting an image sensor chip (34) on the base and received in the cavity, the image sensor having a photosensitive area. Thirdly, providing a plurality of wires (36), each electrically connecting the image sensor chip and a corresponding one of the conductive pieces of the carrier. Fourthly, applying an adhesive means (3262) around the image sensor chip that at least partially covers all the wires. Finally, mounting a transparent cover (38) on the carrier, where an adhesive means fixes the cover in place.
Abstract:
An image sensor chip package method includes the following steps: firstly, a plurality of shaped conductors are provided. Secondly, plastics are injected to partially enclose the conductors, thereby forming a base. Some of the conductors are exposed outside of the base. Thirdly, a ring-like middle portion is further formed on the base by means of injection. The base and the middle portion cooperatively form a space. Fourthly, an image sensor having a plurality of pads is disposed in the space. Fifthly, a number of bonding wires are provided to connect the pads and the conductors. Finally, a cover is secured to the top of the middle portion via an adhesive glue, thereby hermetically sealing the space and allowing light beams to pass therethrough.