公开(公告)号：US20080144886A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-19

申请号：US11980710

申请日：2007-10-31

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/017 ,  A63F3/00643 ,  A63F13/06 ,  A63F13/10 ,  A63F13/213 ,  A63F13/803 ,  A63F2009/2435 ,  A63F2300/1093 ,  A63F2300/6045 ,  A63F2300/8023 ,  G06F3/01 ,  G06F3/011 ,  G06F3/0304 ,  G06F3/0325 ,  G06F3/0425 ,  G06K9/00335 ,  G06K9/2018 ,  G06T7/246 ,  G06T7/593 ,  G06T7/73 ,  G06T2207/10021 ,  G06T2207/30196 ,  G06T2207/30204

Abstract: Method and apparatus are disclosed to enable rapid TV camera and computer based sensing in many practical applications, including, but not limited to, handheld devices, cars, and video games. Several unique forms of social video games are disclosed.

Abstract translation: 公开了在许多实际应用中实现快速电视摄像机和基于计算机的感测的方法和装置，包括但不限于手持设备，汽车和视频游戏。 披露了几种独特形式的社交视频游戏。

公开(公告)号：US20080129704A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-05

申请号：US11980701

申请日：2007-10-31

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G06F3/041

CPC classification number: G06F3/016 ,  G06F3/011 ,  G06F3/0304 ,  G06F3/0425 ,  G06F2203/04109

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided providing a touch screen having multipoint sensing and/or force based sensing and feedback capability useful in many applications which extend beyond traditional computer applications. The touch screen can be located in many non-traditional locations as well, such as desks, tables, walls, vehicles, and the like. The apparatus may be used by a single user, or multiple users, employing fingers, hands, feet and other body portions, if desired or practical. Related applications for virtual image or physical control applications are also disclosed

Abstract translation: 提供一种方法和装置，其提供具有多点感测和/或力的感测和反馈能力的触摸屏，其在许多应用中有用，这些应用超出传统的计算机应用。 触摸屏也可以位于许多非传统位置，例如桌子，桌子，墙壁，车辆等。 如果需要或实用，该装置可以由单个用户或多个用户使用手指，手，脚和其他身体部分使用。 还公开了用于虚拟图像或物理控制应用的相关应用

公开(公告)号：US20080122805A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-29

申请号：US11980718

申请日：2007-10-31

Applicant: Peter Smith ,  Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Peter Smith ,  Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G06F3/042

CPC classification number: G06F3/0425 ,  A63F3/00643 ,  A63F7/0005 ,  A63F13/06 ,  A63F13/2145 ,  A63F2009/0012 ,  A63F2009/2419 ,  A63F2009/2433 ,  A63F2250/50 ,  A63F2300/1068 ,  G06F2203/04101

Abstract: Disclosed are simple easy to understand TV camera based input and programming devices for computers, as well as local or remote means to assimilate data or commands. The invention in one preferred embodiment, uses printed matter imaged by one or more TV cameras, which results in enhanced ease of comprehension, distribution and touch command input of programs. The printed matter may be for example, newspaper clippings, children's books, chess boards, or board games. Certain aspects of the invention share some characteristics of a touch screen, in the sense of additionally determining the location of objects positioned by a user, or portions of a user, such as fingers or hands

Abstract translation: 公开的是简单易懂的基于电视摄像机的输入和编程设备的计算机，以及本地或远程手段来吸收数据或命令。 在一个优选实施例中的本发明使用由一个或多个电视摄像机成像的印刷品，这导致增强了对程序的理解，分布和触摸命令输入的容易性。 印刷品可以是例如剪报，儿童书籍，棋盘或棋盘游戏。 本发明的某些方面在触摸屏的一些特征方面，在另外确定由用户定位的物体的位置或用户的诸如手指或手的部分的意义上

公开(公告)号：US07084859B1

公开(公告)日：2006-08-01

申请号：US09789538

申请日：2001-02-22

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G01C21/3664 ,  G06F3/0421 ,  G06F3/0488

Abstract: Disclosed are new methods and apparatus particularly suited for applications in a vehicle, to provide a wide range of information, and the safe input of data to a computer controlling the vehicle subsystems or “Telematic” communication using for example GM's “ONSTAR” or cellular based data sources. Preferred embodiments utilize new programmable forms of tactile touch screens and displays employing tactile physical selection or adjustment means which utilize direct optical data input. A revolutionary form of dashboard or instrument panel results which is stylistically attractive, lower in cost, customizable by the user, programmable in both the tactile and visual sense, and with the potential of enhancing interior safety and vehicle operation. Non-automotive applications of the invention are also disclosed, for example means for general computer input using touch screens and home automation systems.

公开(公告)号：US07079114B1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-18

申请号：US10424975

申请日：2003-04-29

Applicant: Peter Smith ,  Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Peter Smith ,  Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G09G5/08

CPC classification number: G06T19/20 ,  B33Y50/00 ,  G06F3/0304 ,  G06F3/0325 ,  G06F3/0346 ,  G06F17/5095 ,  G06F2217/32 ,  G06T2219/2021

Abstract: The invention concerns new computer aided methods and apparatus for designing objects, particularly 3D objects, and especially those having a sculpted form such as found in automobiles, boats, planes, furniture and certain fashion apparel items. Preferred embodiments employ optical sensing of the designers' hands, fingers, or styling implements, or his sketches, in conjunction with large screen displays and several novel software based methods which have the further advantage of direct interface to conventional CAD (Computer Aided design) systems which are then used to physically manifest the results as models, tooling or whatever. Use of the invention not only saves time and cost, but allows, in a “natural” way, much greater freedom of expression for the artist/designer than any known computer based system.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及用于设计对象，特别是3D对象的新的计算机辅助方法和装置，特别是具有诸如在汽车，船，飞机，家具和某些时尚服装项目中发现的雕刻形式的那些。 优选实施例结合大屏幕显示器和几种新颖的基于软件的方法采用设计者的手，手指或造型工具或其草图的光学感测，其具有与常规CAD（计算机辅助设计）系统的直接接口的进一步优点 然后将其用于将结果物理显示为模型，工具或其他内容。 使用本发明不仅节省时间和成本，而且以“自然”的方式允许艺术家/设计师比任何已知的基于计算机的系统更大的言论自由。

公开(公告)号：US07042440B2

公开(公告)日：2006-05-09

申请号：US10622812

申请日：2003-07-21

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor ,  Peter Smith

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor ,  Peter Smith

IPC: G09G5/08

CPC classification number: A63F13/00 ,  A63F13/02 ,  A63F13/04 ,  A63F13/06 ,  A63F13/10 ,  A63F13/213 ,  A63F13/245 ,  A63F2300/1043 ,  A63F2300/1062 ,  A63F2300/1075 ,  A63F2300/1081 ,  A63F2300/1087 ,  A63F2300/1093 ,  A63F2300/6045 ,  A63F2300/69 ,  G01S5/16 ,  G06F3/011 ,  G06F3/017 ,  G06F3/0304 ,  G06F3/0325 ,  G06F3/0346 ,  G06F3/038 ,  G06F3/042 ,  G06F3/0425 ,  G06F3/0428 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06T7/73 ,  G06T19/20 ,  G06T2219/2016 ,  G06T2219/2021 ,  G10H1/0008 ,  G10H2220/321 ,  G16H40/63 ,  G16H50/50

Abstract: Affordable methods and apparatus are disclosed for inputting position, attitude (orientation) or other object characteristic data to computers for the purpose of Computer Aided Design, Painting, Medicine, Teaching, Gaming, Toys, Simulations, Aids to the disabled, and internet or other experiences. Preferred embodiments of the invention utilize electro-optical sensors, and particularly TV Cameras, providing optically inputted data from specialized datum's on objects and/or natural features of objects. Objects can be both static and in motion, from which individual datum positions and movements can be derived, also with respect to other objects both fixed and moving. Real-time photogrammetry is preferably used to determine relationships of portions of one or more datums with respect to a plurality of cameras or a single camera processed by a conventional PC.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于为计算机辅助设计，绘画，医学，教学，游戏，玩具，模拟，对残疾人的辅助设备以及互联网或其他方面向计算机输入位置，姿态（方向）或其他对象特征数据的经济实惠的方法和装置 经验。 本发明的优选实施例利用电光传感器，特别是电视摄像机，从对象和/或物体的自然特征上的特殊数据提供光学输入的数据。 对象既可以是静态的，也可以是运动的，从而可以从中导出各个基准位置和运动，而且对于固定和移动的其他对象也是如此。 优选地使用实时摄影测量法来确定一个或多个基准部分相对于由常规PC处理的多个相机或单个相机的关系。

公开(公告)号：US07015950B1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-21

申请号：US09568552

申请日：2000-05-11

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: H04N5/225 ,  H04N5/228

CPC classification number: H04N5/23296 ,  G06F3/017 ,  G06F3/0386 ,  H04N5/222 ,  H04N5/232 ,  H04N5/23219

Abstract: Method and apparatus is disclosed to enhance the quality and usefulness of picture taking and other image acquisition for pleasure or business purposes. In a preferred embodiment, stereo photogrammetry is combined with digital image acquisition to acquire or store scenes and poses of interest, and/or to interact with the subject in order to provide data to or from a computer. This data may be utilized to maximize the effectiveness of photographic sessions, particularly digital still photography or cine-photography. A further embodiment discloses associated displays and teaching apparatus.

Abstract translation: 公开了提高拍摄和其他图像采集的质量和有用性的方法和装置，用于娱乐或商业目的。 在优选实施例中，将立体摄影测量与数字图像采集相结合以获取或存储感兴趣的场景和姿势，和/或与对象交互以向计算机提供数据或从计算机提供数据。 可以利用这些数据来最大限度地提高照相会话的效率，特别是数字静态摄影或电影摄影。 另一实施例公开了相关联的显示和教学装置。

公开(公告)号：US06211506B1

公开(公告)日：2001-04-03

申请号：US08462248

申请日：1995-06-05

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor ,  Bernard Hockley ,  Nick Liptay-Wagner ,  Omer L. Hageniers ,  W. J. Pastorius

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor ,  Bernard Hockley ,  Nick Liptay-Wagner ,  Omer L. Hageniers ,  W. J. Pastorius

IPC: G01C308

CPC classification number: G01S17/48 ,  G01B11/002 ,  G01B11/24 ,  G01B11/2416 ,  G01B11/245 ,  G01S7/481 ,  G01S7/4811 ,  G01S7/4813 ,  G01S7/491 ,  G01S17/46 ,  G01S17/87 ,  G01S17/88 ,  G01S17/89

Abstract: A method and apparatus for optically determining the dimension of part surfaces. Particular embodiments describe optical triangulation based coordinate measurement machines capable of accurate measurement of complex surfaces, such as gear teeth and turbine blades. Other embodiments provide highly useful sensors for robot guidance and related purposes. Up to 5 axis sensing capability is provided on surfaces of widely varying form.

Abstract translation: 一种用于光学地确定部件表面的尺寸的方法和装置。 具体实施例描述了能够精确测量诸如齿轮齿轮和涡轮叶片的复杂表面的基于光学三角测量的坐标测量机。 其他实施例提供用于机器人指导和相关目的的非常有用的传感器。 在各种形式的表面上提供高达5轴的感测能力。

公开(公告)号：US6127689A

公开(公告)日：2000-10-03

申请号：US465650

申请日：1995-06-05

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor ,  Bernard Hockley ,  Nick Liptay-Wagner ,  Omer L. Hageniers ,  Walter J. Pastorius

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor ,  Bernard Hockley ,  Nick Liptay-Wagner ,  Omer L. Hageniers ,  Walter J. Pastorius

IPC: B25J9/18 ,  G01B11/00 ,  G01B11/02 ,  G01B11/03 ,  G01B11/24 ,  G01B11/245 ,  G01C3/00 ,  G01C3/06 ,  G01C15/00 ,  G01S7/481 ,  G01S7/491 ,  G01S17/46 ,  G01S17/87 ,  G01S17/88 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G01C3/08

CPC classification number: G01S17/48 ,  G01B11/002 ,  G01B11/24 ,  G01B11/2416 ,  G01B11/245 ,  G01S17/87 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G01S7/4811 ,  G01S7/4813 ,  G01S17/46 ,  G01S17/88 ,  G01S7/481 ,  G01S7/491

Abstract: A method and apparatus for positioning a member in a desired position relative to a surface of an object including providing positioning means for positioning the member, sensing the attitude of the object surface relative to the member or the positioning means using a non-contact sensing means, the attitude being sensed in at least one plane normal to the object surface, and controlling the positioning means using data from the sensing means to position the member at a desired attitude relative to the surface of the object.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将构件定位在相对于物体表面的期望位置的方法和装置，包括提供用于定位构件的定位装置，使用非接触检测装置感测物体表面相对于构件或定位装置的姿态 在垂直于物体表面的至少一个平面中感测的姿态，以及使用来自感测装置的数据来控制定位装置，以使构件相对于物体的表面以期望的姿态定位。

公开(公告)号：US6008800A

公开(公告)日：1999-12-28

申请号：US290516

申请日：1994-08-15

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G01S5/16 ,  G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G01S5/16 ,  G06F3/011 ,  G06F3/012 ,  G06F3/014 ,  G06F3/0304 ,  G06F3/0416 ,  G06F3/0425

Abstract: An optical method and apparatus for computer input, most typically man-machine interfaces, particularly of the class known as "touch screens" and "digitizers," are based on surface distortion imaging, i.e., magnified optical imaging of a surface temporarily distorted by the input data of interest such as a finger, pencil point, key impact, projectile, etc. Typically, the surface (or material) distorted or disturbed, is extensive, that is large relative to the size of the distortion(s). This imaging allows 3 dimensional displacement X, Y, Z and vector inputs, low cost, high speed, tactile feedback, and an ability to be used on any size or type of surface or screen, from small tablet sized data entry devices to wall murals and beyond, with essentially the same hardware configurations.

Abstract translation: 用于计算机输入的光学方法和装置，最典型的人机接口，特别是被称为“触摸屏”和“数字化仪”的类别的人机界面是基于表面失真成像，即由表面失真成像暂时扭曲的表面的放大的光学成像 感兴趣的输入数据，例如手指，铅笔点，键盘撞击，弹射等。通常，失真或干扰的表面（或材料）是广泛的，相对于失真的尺寸是大的。 该成像允许三维位移X，Y，Z和矢量输入，低成本，高速度，触觉反馈，以及在任何尺寸或类型的表面或屏幕上使用的能力，从小型平板电脑大小的数据输入设备到壁画 具有基本相同的硬件配置。