公开(公告)号：US08089663B2

公开(公告)日：2012-01-03

申请号：US11954807

申请日：2007-12-12

Applicant: Chengwu Cui ,  Charles Brandon Langrel

Inventor： Chengwu Cui ,  Charles Brandon Langrel

IPC: H04N1/04

CPC classification number: H04N1/00543 ,  H04N1/024 ,  H04N2201/0094 ,  H04N2201/02489

Abstract: A detachable transparent plate for a scan head assembly in a document scanning system that allows an operator to detach the transparent plate from the scan head assembly located above a media feed path to clean a top face of the transparent plate and easily reattach it to the scan head assembly. The scan head assembly has an optical system and a sealing member detachably mounted to a bottom end of the optical system. The transparent plate is received and supported by the sealing member and defines a portion of a bottom surface of the sealing member. The sealing member is detachable from the bottom end of the optical system to allow an operator access to the top face of the transparent plate of the sealing member for cleaning the top face of the transparent plate.

Abstract translation: 用于文件扫描系统中的扫描头组件的可拆卸透明板，其允许操作者将透明板从位于介质进给路径上方的扫描头组件分离，以清洁透明板的顶面并且容易地将其重新附着到扫描 头组件。 扫描头组件具有光学系统和可拆卸地安装到光学系统的底端的密封构件。 透明板由密封构件容纳并支撑，并限定密封构件底面的一部分。 密封构件可从光学系统的底端拆卸，以允许操作者进入密封构件的透明板的顶面，以清洁透明板的顶面。

公开(公告)号：US07913992B2

公开(公告)日：2011-03-29

申请号：US11959527

申请日：2007-12-19

Applicant: Charles Brandon Langrel ,  Chengwu Cui

Inventor： Charles Brandon Langrel ,  Chengwu Cui

IPC: B65H5/00

CPC classification number: B65H5/062 ,  B65H2220/09 ,  B65H2301/51212 ,  B65H2404/14 ,  B65H2801/39 ,  H04N1/00567 ,  H04N1/00588 ,  H04N1/00602 ,  H04N1/0062 ,  H04N1/00628 ,  H04N1/00657

Abstract: The present application is directed to embodiments for moving a media sheet within a scanning device. The methods include moving the media sheet through a separation mechanism that prevents multiple media sheets from being moved simultaneously along the media path. Further, a buckle is formed in the sheet at a point upstream from a scanner. The buckle acts as a buffer to absorb any load release that could occur as the media sheet exits the separation mechanism. The load release could cause a change in the velocity of the media sheet as it moves across the scanner.

Abstract translation: 本申请涉及用于在扫描装置内移动介质片的实施例。 这些方法包括通过分离机构移动介质片，其防止多个介质片沿着介质路径同时移动。 此外，在扫描仪上游的一个点处，在片材中形成带扣。 带扣作为缓冲器来吸收当介质板离开分离机构时可能发生的任何负载释放。 当介质片移动扫描仪时，装载释放可能会导致介质片速度的变化。

公开(公告)号：US20110044036A1

公开(公告)日：2011-02-24

申请号：US12577927

申请日：2009-10-13

Applicant: Chengwu Cui ,  David Keith Jackson ,  Joshua Tyler Strow

Inventor： Chengwu Cui ,  David Keith Jackson ,  Joshua Tyler Strow

IPC: F21V1/00

CPC classification number: G03G21/1619 ,  G03G2221/1654 ,  G03G2221/1678

Abstract: A tubular structure with an opening defined thereon and having an inner surface and an outer surface. The tubular structure being substantially circular in shape and is made of a highly thermal conductive material. A plurality of light sources mounted on the inner surface of the tubular structure. The inner surface is coated with a diffused white coating. Light emitted from the plurality of light sources is reflected from the inner surface before exiting the tubular structure from the opening. This structure ensures emitting a uniform diffused light and prevents non-uniform illumination when disposed in an imaging forming device.

Abstract translation: 一种具有限定在其上并具有内表面和外表面的开口的管状结构。 该管状结构的形状基本上为圆形并由高导热材料制成。 安装在管状结构的内表面上的多个光源。 内表面涂有扩散的白色涂层。 从多个光源射出的光在从开口离开管状结构之前从内表面反射。 这种结构确保发射均匀的漫射光并且当设置在成像装置中时防止不均匀的照明。

公开(公告)号：US20100142008A1

公开(公告)日：2010-06-10

申请号：US12329806

申请日：2008-12-08

Applicant: James Thomas Beegle ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Adam Christopher Kelty ,  Charles Brandon Langrel ,  Joshua Tyler Strow

Inventor： James Thomas Beegle ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Adam Christopher Kelty ,  Charles Brandon Langrel ,  Joshua Tyler Strow

IPC: H04N1/04

CPC classification number: H04N1/00519 ,  H04N1/00981 ,  H04N1/00986

Abstract: Method and image scanning apparatus comprising an image capture unit having an illumination assembly for generating input light; a printed circuit board mounted to the image capture unit, a cooling unit generating an airflow which cools the illumination assembly of the image capture unit as well as the critical components mounted on the printed circuit board and the optical components of the image capture unit; and an adjustable baffle member moveably mounted to the frame of the image scanning apparatus for controlling the path of the airflow relative to the lamp. The cooling unit comprises at least one fan with the fan generating airflow for cooling the lamp of image capture unit. The baffle member is adjustable to control the airflow generated by the fan such that the airflow generated by the fan is redirected downward and passes the airflow under the image capture unit, thereby effectively and evenly cooling the lamp and redirecting contaminants to the end of the image scanning apparatus enclosure opposite the image capture unit.

Abstract translation: 方法和图像扫描装置，包括具有用于产生输入光的照明组件的图像捕获单元; 安装到图像捕获单元的印刷电路板，产生冷却图像捕获单元的照明组件的气流的冷却单元以及安装在印刷电路板上的关键部件和图像捕获单元的光学部件; 以及可移动地安装到图像扫描装置的框架上的可调整挡板构件，用于控制气流相对于灯的路径。 冷却单元包括至少一个风扇，风扇产生用于冷却图像捕获单元的灯的气流。 挡板构件是可调节的，以控制由风扇产生的气流，使得由风扇产生的气流被向下重定向并且通过图像捕获单元下方的气流，从而有效且均匀地冷却灯并将污染物重定向到图像的末端 与图像捕获单元相对的扫描设备外壳。

公开(公告)号：US20100110509A1

公开(公告)日：2010-05-06

申请号：US12262884

申请日：2008-10-31

Applicant: Chengwu Cui ,  Adam Christopher Kelty ,  Charles Brandon Langrel

Inventor： Chengwu Cui ,  Adam Christopher Kelty ,  Charles Brandon Langrel

IPC: H04N1/04

CPC classification number: H04N1/00002 ,  H04N1/00013 ,  H04N1/00031 ,  H04N1/00045 ,  H04N1/00047 ,  H04N1/0005 ,  H04N1/00053 ,  H04N1/00063 ,  H04N1/00076 ,  H04N1/1017 ,  H04N1/103 ,  H04N2201/02402 ,  H04N2201/02495 ,  Y10T16/53253

Abstract: An apparatus and methods of use for adjusting a sliding guide rod for an imaging device of a flatbed scanner to improve scanner skew misalignment comprising an attachment member movably mounting the sliding guide rod at one end thereof to one side of the flatbed scanner so as to allow skew-adjusting movement of the sliding guide rod at an opposite end thereof relative to the flatbed scanner and a skew adjustment assembly attached to an opposite side of the flatbed scanner and movably coupling and supporting the opposite end of the sliding guide rod to the opposite side of the flatbed scanner and being actuatable to cause the sliding guide rod to undergo skew adjustment relative to the flatbed scanner to correct scanner skew misalignment of the imaging device. The skew adjustment assembly includes a skew adjustment bracket mounted to the opposite side of the flatbed scanner and movably coupled to and supporting the opposite end of the sliding guide rod to the opposite side of the flatbed scanner and a tension spring and a plurality of bracket locking fasteners coacting with the skew adjustment bracket and movably actuatable relative thereto to move the sliding guide rod to undergo the skew adjustment relative to the flatbed scanner.

Abstract translation: 一种用于调整用于平板扫描器的成像装置的滑动导杆的装置和方法，以改善扫描器偏斜错位，包括可将滑动导杆的一端可移动地安装到平板扫描仪的一侧的附接构件，以允许 滑动导杆相对于平板扫描器的相对端处的偏斜调整运动，以及安装在平板扫描仪的相对侧上的歪斜调节组件，可滑动地将滑动导杆的相对端支撑到相对侧 并且可致动以使滑动导杆相对于平板扫描器进行倾斜调整，以校正成像装置的扫描器偏斜不对准。 倾斜调节组件包括安装在平板扫描仪的相对侧上的歪斜调节支架，并且可移动地联接到滑动导杆的相对端并支撑到平板扫描仪的相对侧，并且拉伸弹簧和多个支架锁定 紧固件与偏斜调节支架共同作用并且可相对于其移动地移动，以使滑动导杆相对于平板扫描器进行倾斜调节。

公开(公告)号：US07675641B2

公开(公告)日：2010-03-09

申请号：US10975653

申请日：2004-10-28

Applicant: Chengwu Cui ,  Stuart Willard Daniel

Inventor： Chengwu Cui ,  Stuart Willard Daniel

IPC: G06F3/12 ,  H04N1/04 ,  H04N1/40 ,  G06K9/72

CPC classification number: H04N1/0019 ,  G06K9/2054 ,  G06K2209/01 ,  G10L13/00 ,  H04N1/00132 ,  H04N1/2112 ,  H04N1/2154

Abstract: Methods and devices for converting printed media into audio data. In one embodiment, a device includes a scanning platform for supporting the document to be scanned, a scanning mechanism for converting images on the document into image data, and a processor configured to convert the scanned image data into audio data. The device may further include printer components configured to create a hardcopy of the image data, an audio device such as a speaker, and an interface for outputting the image data or audio data.

Abstract translation: 将印刷媒体转换成音频数据的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，设备包括用于支持要扫描的文档的扫描平台，用于将文档上的图像转换为图像数据的扫描机构，以及被配置为将扫描的图像数据转换成音频数据的处理器。 该设备还可以包括被配置为创建图像数据的硬拷贝的打印机组件，诸如扬声器的音频设备以及用于输出图像数据或音频数据的接口。

公开(公告)号：US20090160122A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-25

申请号：US11959527

申请日：2007-12-19

Applicant: Charles Brandon Langrel ,  Chengwu Cui

Inventor： Charles Brandon Langrel ,  Chengwu Cui

IPC: B65H3/52

CPC classification number: B65H5/062 ,  B65H2220/09 ,  B65H2301/51212 ,  B65H2404/14 ,  B65H2801/39 ,  H04N1/00567 ,  H04N1/00588 ,  H04N1/00602 ,  H04N1/0062 ,  H04N1/00628 ,  H04N1/00657

Abstract: The present application is directed to embodiments for moving a media sheet within a scanning device. The methods include moving the media sheet through a separation mechanism that prevents multiple media sheets from being moved simultaneously along the media path. Further, a buckle is formed in the sheet at a point upstream from a scanner. The buckle acts as a buffer to absorb any load release that could occur as the media sheet exits the separation mechanism. The load release could cause a change in the velocity of the media sheet as it moves across the scanner.

Abstract translation: 本申请涉及用于在扫描装置内移动介质片的实施例。 这些方法包括通过分离机构移动介质片，其防止多个介质片沿着介质路径同时移动。 此外，在扫描仪上游的一个点处，在片材中形成带扣。 带扣作为缓冲器来吸收当介质板离开分离机构时可能发生的任何负载释放。 当介质片移动扫描仪时，装载释放可能会导致介质片速度的变化。

公开(公告)号：US07388693B2

公开(公告)日：2008-06-17

申请号：US10376174

申请日：2003-02-28

Applicant: Mohamed N. Ahmed ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Michael E. Lhamon ,  Shaun T. Love

Inventor： Mohamed N. Ahmed ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Michael E. Lhamon ,  Shaun T. Love

IPC: H04N1/46 ,  H04N1/04

CPC classification number: H04N1/3876 ,  G06T3/403 ,  G06T3/4038 ,  G06T5/006 ,  G06T7/33 ,  G06T2207/10008 ,  H04N1/195 ,  H04N1/19515 ,  H04N2201/0426 ,  H04N2201/0434 ,  H04N2201/0436

Abstract: A scanning or copying system can include imaging elements and one or more system processors that are programmed or adapted to perform image processing methods and algorithms on image data, and in some instances, to enhance the image. Image data is acquired using imaging elements. Some imaging elements may have overlapping or rotated fields of view or employ differing resolutions. For each imaging element, its output is recombined together with the output of one or more other imaging elements. To perform the recombination, the system can extract features in an overlapping region and match these features in multiple images. In some instances, the features matched can be edges. Alternatively, the recombination can be performed by positioning each subimage with respect to a larger image through image matching and location techniques. Parameters from the recombined image can be extracted and these parameters can be used to correct for geometrical and spatial distortions and thereby enhance the image.

Abstract translation: 扫描或复制系统可以包括成像元件和被编程或适于对图像数据执行图像处理方法和算法的一个或多个系统处理器，并且在一些情况下，可以增强图像。 使用成像元件获取图像数据。 一些成像元件可以具有重叠的或旋转的视野或者采用不同的分辨率。 对于每个成像元件，其输出与一个或多个其它成像元件的输出重新组合。 为了执行重组，系统可以提取重叠区域中的特征并在多个图像中匹配这些特征。 在某些情况下，匹配的特征可以是边。 或者，可以通过图像匹配和位置技术相对于较大图像定位每个子图像来执行重组。 可以提取来自重组图像的参数，并且可以使用这些参数来校正几何和空间失真，从而增强图像。

公开(公告)号：US06764162B2

公开(公告)日：2004-07-20

申请号：US10135583

申请日：2002-04-30

Applicant: Mary Ellen Biddle ,  Brian Edward Cooper ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Buford Rodney Goble ,  Ross William McFarland ,  Steven Frank Weed ,  Bryan Scott Willett

Inventor： Mary Ellen Biddle ,  Brian Edward Cooper ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Buford Rodney Goble ,  Ross William McFarland ,  Steven Frank Weed ,  Bryan Scott Willett

IPC: B41J2300

CPC classification number: G06K15/107 ,  B41J2/2132

Abstract: An improved shingle mask is provided for use on ink jet printers which use multi-pass printing (shingling) to form bitmap images. The shingle mask is derived from a shingle mask density distribution which exhibits a substantially trapezoidal shape; the shingle mask density distribution is derived from an accumulated shingle mask distribution (also referred to as a “banding profile”) having an overall shape of a plateau portion and a substantially smooth decreasing portion, which reduces the number of drops to be printed along the outermost edges of the mask on each swath. This shape reduces banding effects by effectively increasing a number of printed-density bands which are decreased in size, while at the same time not increasing the number of printhead passes over a given area on the print media (which otherwise would negatively impact printed throughput).

Abstract translation: 提供了一种改进的瓦片面罩，用于使用多次打印（搭接）来形成位图图像的喷墨打印机。 瓦片掩模来自显示大致梯形形状的瓦片密度分布; 瓦片掩模密度分布是从具有平整部分的整体形状和基本上平滑的减少部分的累积的瓦片掩模分布（也称为“条带轮廓”）导出的，其减少了沿着 每个条纹上的掩模的最外边缘。 该形状通过有效地增加尺寸减小的打印密度带的数量来减少条带效应，同时不会增加打印介质上的给定区域上的打印头通过次数（否则会对打印的吞吐量产生负面影响） 。

公开(公告)号：US08610969B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-17

申请号：US12979797

申请日：2010-12-28

Applicant: Eugene David Allen ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Joshua Tyler Strow

Inventor： Eugene David Allen ,  Chengwu Cui ,  Joshua Tyler Strow

IPC: H04N1/04

CPC classification number: H04N1/00989 ,  H04N1/0285 ,  H04N1/02865

Abstract: An illumination assembly for a scanner according to one example embodiment includes a scan head frame. A thermally conductive heat sink component has an elongated base portion that is mounted along a longitudinal edge of the scan head frame and a protruding portion having a generally L-shaped structure that includes a first portion extending from the base portion and a second portion extending from and generally orthogonal to the first portion. A light source is coupled to the second portion of the protruding portion of the heat sink component. A first reflector is removably coupled to the first portion of the protruding portion of the heat sink component and is positioned directly in the optical path of the light source.

Abstract translation: 根据一个示例性实施例的用于扫描器的照明组件包括扫描头框架。 导热散热器部件具有沿着扫描头框架的纵向边缘安装的细长基部部分和具有大致L形结构的突出部分，该突出部分包括从基部延伸的第一部分和从基部延伸的第二部分 并且通常与第一部分正交。 光源耦合到散热器部件的突出部分的第二部分。 第一反射器可移除地耦合到散热器部件的突出部分的第一部分并且直接定位在光源的光路中。