公开(公告)号：US20080204743A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-28

申请号：US12104471

申请日：2008-04-17

Applicant: Sandip Maity ,  Ayan Banerjee ,  Anis Zribi ,  Stacey Kennerly ,  Long Que ,  Glenn Claydon ,  Shankar Chandrasekaran ,  Shivappa Goravar

Inventor： Sandip Maity ,  Ayan Banerjee ,  Anis Zribi ,  Stacey Kennerly ,  Long Que ,  Glenn Claydon ,  Shankar Chandrasekaran ,  Shivappa Goravar

IPC: G01J3/44

CPC classification number: G01J3/44 ,  G01J1/44 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0286 ,  G01J3/0297 ,  G01J3/1895 ,  G01J3/4338 ,  G02B26/04 ,  H01L31/107

Abstract: A method of Raman detection for a portable, integrated spectrometer instrument includes directing Raman scattered photons by a sample to an avalanche photodiode (APD), the APD configured to generate an output signal responsive to the intensity of the Raman scattered photons incident thereon. The output signal of the APD is amplified and passed through a discriminator so as to reject at least one or more of amplifier noise and dark noise. A number of discrete output pulses within a set operational range of the discriminator is counted so as to determine a number of photons detected by the APD.

公开(公告)号：US20080203314A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-28

申请号：US11711482

申请日：2007-02-27

Applicant: Dale A. Harrison ,  Anthony T. Hayes

Inventor： Dale A. Harrison ,  Anthony T. Hayes

IPC: G01J1/42

CPC classification number: G01J3/14 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/0237 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0262 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0286 ,  G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/36

Abstract: An optical spectroscopy tool is provided. In one embodiment a highly efficient means by which moderate resolution spectroscopy may be performed in the vacuum ultraviolet (VUV) is described. In one embodiment the techniques can be used as a high throughput spectrometer to spatially disperse wavelengths in and around the VUV in such a manner as to generate a substantially flat field focal plane, suitable for use in combination with an array detector. Some embodiments utilize prism based spectrometers. Some embodiments utilize detector elements that may be movable and/or located within the spectrometer. In some embodiments, collimated light may be provided as an input to the spectrometer.

Abstract translation: 提供光谱仪。 在一个实施例中，描述了可以在真空紫外线（VUV）中进行中分辨光谱的高效手段。 在一个实施例中，该技术可以用作高通量光谱仪，以便以这样的方式空间分散VUV中和周围的波长，以便产生适合与阵列检测器组合使用的基本平坦的场焦平面。 一些实施例使用基于棱镜的光谱仪。 一些实施例利用可移动和/或位于分光计内的检测器元件。 在一些实施例中，准直光可以作为光谱仪的输入提供。

公开(公告)号：US20080073560A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-27

申请号：US11600414

申请日：2006-11-16

Applicant: Dale A. Harrison ,  Matthew Weldon

Inventor： Dale A. Harrison ,  Matthew Weldon

IPC: G01N21/01

CPC classification number: G01N21/33 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/08 ,  G01J3/42 ,  G01N21/94

Abstract: A technique is provided for generating and subsequently monitoring the controlled environment(s) within an optical metrology instrument in such a manner as to minimize absorbing species within the light path of the metrology instrument and to minimize the build-up of contaminants on the surfaces of optical elements that may result in performance degradation. Both evacuation and backfill techniques may be utilized together along with a monitoring technique to determine if the environmental is suitable for measurements or if the environment should be regenerated. The optical metrology instrument may be an instrument which operates at wavelengths that include vacuum ultra-violet (VUV) wavelengths.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种技术，用于产生和随后监测光学测量仪器内的受控环境，使得最小化测量仪器的光路内的吸收物质的最小化，并使污染物在表面上的积聚最小化 可能导致性能下降的光学元件。 撤离和回填技术都可以与监测技术一起使用，以确定环境是否适合于测量或者是否应该再生环境。 光学测量仪器可以是在包括真空紫外（VUV）波长的波长下操作的仪器。

公开(公告)号：US20070279628A1

公开(公告)日：2007-12-06

申请号：US11840567

申请日：2007-08-17

Applicant: Jan Lipson

Inventor： Jan Lipson

IPC: G01J3/30

CPC classification number: G01J3/44 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/1838 ,  G01N21/274 ,  G01N21/31 ,  G03H1/0005

Abstract: Weak signals scattered from analytes at multiple wavelengths can be summed to illuminate either a single detector or a multiplicity of detectors, offering the possibility of concentrating the spectral energy on a smaller total detector area. In addition, a method is disclosed whereby a calibration of the resulting signal for a given analyte can be obtained by means of measuring the quantity of water in the sample volume and by means of measuring the salinity of the fluid in the sample volume.

Abstract translation: 可以将从多个波长的分析物散射的弱信号相加，以照亮单个检测器或多个检测器，从而提供将光谱能量集中在更小的总检测器面积上的可能性。 此外，公开了一种方法，通过测量样品体积中的水量并通过测量样品体积中的流体的盐度，可以获得对于给定分析物的所得信号的校准。

公开(公告)号：US20070183931A1

公开(公告)日：2007-08-09

申请号：US11351181

申请日：2006-02-08

Applicant: Daniel Stock ,  Josef Atzler

Inventor： Daniel Stock ,  Josef Atzler

IPC: G01N21/00

CPC classification number: G01N21/645 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0202 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/0235 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/427 ,  G01J3/4406 ,  G01N21/6408 ,  G01N21/6428 ,  G01N21/6445 ,  G01N21/763 ,  G01N2021/1738 ,  G01N2021/6415 ,  G01N2021/6419 ,  G01N2021/6441 ,  G01N2021/6482 ,  G01N2201/024 ,  G01N2201/0618 ,  G01N2201/062 ,  G01N2201/0621 ,  G01N2201/0692 ,  G01N2201/0696

Abstract: A cartridge and cartridge system for use in an apparatus for analyzing a sample is provided. The cartridge has one or more light sources and/or optical systems and other components that are specific for a certain type of application such as fluorescence, absorbance, or luminescence. The light source, optical systems, and other components for a specific application are housed in a single cartridge. The system has a plurality of cartridges for different applications for a multimode instrument. The cartridges are removably engaged with the apparatus in a “plug-in” format such that one cartridge may be removed from the apparatus and another cartridge may be easily installed.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于分析样品的装置中的盒和盒系统。 盒具有一个或多个光源和/或光学系统以及其它特定于某种类型的应用，如荧光，吸光度或发光的组件。 用于特定应用的光源，光学系统和其他部件容纳在单个盒中。 该系统具有用于多模仪器的不同应用的多个盒。 盒可以以“插入”格式可移除地与设备接合，使得一个盒可以从设备移除，并且另一个盒可以容易地安装。

公开(公告)号：US20070171412A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-26

申请号：US11307170

申请日：2006-01-26

Applicant: Stephane Vannuffelen ,  Kentaro Indo ,  Go Fujisawa ,  Toru Terabayashi ,  Tsutomu Yamate

Inventor： Stephane Vannuffelen ,  Kentaro Indo ,  Go Fujisawa ,  Toru Terabayashi ,  Tsutomu Yamate

IPC: G01J3/28 ,  G01N21/25

CPC classification number: G01J3/36 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/0294 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/42 ,  G01N21/274 ,  G01N21/31 ,  G01N2021/317 ,  G01N2201/08

Abstract: A downhole fluid analysis system comprises an input light signal that is directed through a fluid sample housed in a sample cell. The input light signal may originate from a plurality of light sources. A light signal output from the sample cell is then routed to two or more spectrometers for measurement of the represented wavelengths in the output light signal. The output of the spectrometers is then compared to known values for hydrocarbons typically encountered downhole. This provides insight into the composition of the sample fluid. Additionally, the input light can be routed directly to the two or more spectrometers to be used in calibration of the system in the high temperature and noise environment downhole.

Abstract translation: 井下流体分析系统包括被引导通过容纳在样品池中的流体样品的输入光信号。 输入光信号可以来自多个光源。 然后将从样品池输出的光信号路由到两个或更多个光谱仪，以测量输出光信号中所表示的波长。 然后将光谱仪的输出与通常在井下遇到的烃的已知值进行比较。 这提供了对样品流体的组成的了解。 此外，输入光可以直接路由到两个或更多个光谱仪，以在井下的高温和噪声环境中校准系统。

公开(公告)号：US20070170359A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-26

申请号：US11606880

申请日：2006-11-30

Applicant: Athanasios J. Syllaios ,  Thomas R. Schimert ,  William L. McCardel ,  Roland W. Gooch ,  John F. Brady

Inventor： Athanasios J. Syllaios ,  Thomas R. Schimert ,  William L. McCardel ,  Roland W. Gooch ,  John F. Brady

IPC: G01J5/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/2823 ,  G01J3/36 ,  G01J5/024 ,  G01J5/20 ,  H01L27/14621 ,  H01L27/14647 ,  H01L27/1467 ,  H01L27/14685 ,  H01L27/14687 ,  H01L2924/381 ,  H04N5/33 ,  H04N5/332

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing multi-spectral image capability using an integrated multi-band focal plane array that, in one example, may be employed to simultaneously image in the visible spectrum and infrared spectrum using an integrated dual-band focal plane array, e.g., by including visible imaging circuitry within read out integrated circuitry (ROIC) used to readout infrared detector elements within the same pixel element/s.

Abstract translation: 使用集成的多频带焦平面阵列来提供多光谱图像能力的系统和方法，在一个示例中，可以使用集成的双频带焦平面阵列在可见光谱和红外光谱中同时成像，例如， 通过在用于读出相同像素元件的红外检测器元件的读出集成电路（ROIC）中包括可见成像电路。

公开(公告)号：US07235045B2

公开(公告)日：2007-06-26

申请号：US10393028

申请日：2003-03-20

Applicant: Thomas D. Wang ,  Michael S. Feld ,  Yang Wang ,  Jacques Van Dam ,  Stephen F. Fulghum

Inventor： Thomas D. Wang ,  Michael S. Feld ,  Yang Wang ,  Jacques Van Dam ,  Stephen F. Fulghum

IPC: A61B1/04 ,  A61B1/06

CPC classification number: G01J3/4406 ,  A61B1/00009 ,  A61B1/0005 ,  A61B1/043 ,  A61B1/05 ,  A61B1/07 ,  A61B5/0071 ,  A61B5/0084 ,  A61B5/415 ,  A61B5/418 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01N21/6456 ,  G01N2021/6417 ,  G01N2021/6421 ,  G01N2021/6484

Abstract: An endoscope having an optical guide that is optically coupled to a first broadband light source and a second laser light source that emits light at a wavelength in a range of 350 nm to 420 nm. The endoscope has an image sensor at a distal end and collects a reflectance image including red, green and blue components with the image sensor in response to illumination by said broadband light source. The image sensor also collects an autofluorescence image having a blue component, a green component and a red component. A processor processes the fluorescence image by determining a ratio of the fluorescence image and the reflectance image to provide a processed fluorescence image.

Abstract translation: 一种具有与第一宽带光源光学耦合的光导的内窥镜和发射在350nm至420nm范围内的波长的光的第二激光光源。 内窥镜在远端具有图像传感器，并响应于所述宽带光源的照明，利用图像传感器收集包括红色，绿色和蓝色分量的反射图像。 图像传感器还收集具有蓝色分量，绿色分量和红色分量的自发荧光图像。 处理器通过确定荧光图像和反射率图像的比例来处理荧光图像以提供经处理的荧光图像。

公开(公告)号：US20070109537A1

公开(公告)日：2007-05-17

申请号：US11273893

申请日：2005-11-14

Applicant: Stephane Vannuffelen ,  Takeaki Nakayama ,  Tsutomu Yamate ,  Toru Terabayashi ,  Akira Otsuka ,  Kentaro Indo

Inventor： Stephane Vannuffelen ,  Takeaki Nakayama ,  Tsutomu Yamate ,  Toru Terabayashi ,  Akira Otsuka ,  Kentaro Indo

IPC: G01J3/28

CPC classification number: G01N21/31 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/433 ,  G01J2001/4242 ,  G01N21/274 ,  G01N33/2823 ,  G01N2021/317 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/1211 ,  G01N2201/12723 ,  G01N2201/12792

Abstract: An apparatus for performing real-time analysis of a subterranean formation fluid includes a light source configured to transmit at least a sample signal through a sample of the subterranean formation fluid and a reference signal, at least one photodetector configured to continuously detect the sample and reference signals, and an electronics assembly configured to compensate for drift in the detected sample signal in real-time based on the value of the detected reference signal.

Abstract translation: 一种用于对地下地层流体进行实时分析的装置包括配置成至少透过地下地层流体样本和参考信号的样品信号的光源，至少一个被配置为连续检测样品和参考的光电检测器 信号和电子组件，其被配置为基于检测到的参考信号的值实时地补偿检测到的采样信号中的漂移。

公开(公告)号：US07126131B2

公开(公告)日：2006-10-24

申请号：US10909126

申请日：2004-07-30

Applicant: Dale A. Harrison

Inventor： Dale A. Harrison

IPC: G01N21/33

CPC classification number: G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0286 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/08 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01J3/2823 ,  G01J3/36 ,  G01J3/42 ,  G01J3/4531 ,  G01N21/211 ,  G01N21/274 ,  G01N21/33 ,  G01N21/47 ,  G01N21/55 ,  G01N21/9501 ,  G01N2021/335

Abstract: A spectroscopy system is provided which is optimized for operation in the VUV region and capable of performing well in the DUV-NIR region. Additionally, the system incorporates an optical module which presents selectable sources and detectors optimized for use in the VUV and DUV-NIR. As well, the optical module provides common delivery and collection optics to enable measurements in both spectral regions to be collected using similar spot properties. The module also provides a means of quickly referencing measured data so as to ensure that highly repeatable results are achieved. The module further provides a controlled environment between the VUV source, sample chamber and VUV detector which acts to limit in a repeatable manner the absorption of VUV photons. The use of broad band data sets which encompass VUV wavelengths, in addition to the DUV-NIR wavelengths enables a greater variety of materials to be meaningfully characterized. Array based detection instrumentation may be exploited to permit the simultaneous collection of larger wavelength regions.