公开(公告)号：US07482664B2

公开(公告)日：2009-01-27

申请号：US11275486

申请日：2006-01-09

Applicant: Michael J. Sinclair

Inventor： Michael J. Sinclair

IPC: H01L29/84

CPC classification number: B81B3/004 ,  B81B2201/042 ,  B81B2203/058

Abstract: A micro-electromechanical device includes a semiconductor substrate and an arm coupled to the substrate. The arm is pivotable out-of-plane relative to the substrate and at least a portion of the arm is deformable. The deformable portion of the arm deforms as the arm pivots relative to the substrate.

Abstract translation: 微机电器件包括半导体衬底和耦合到衬底的臂。 臂相对于基底可以在平面外枢转，并且臂的至少一部分是可变形的。 臂的可变形部分随着臂相对于基底枢转而变形。

公开(公告)号：US07447630B2

公开(公告)日：2008-11-04

申请号：US10724008

申请日：2003-11-26

Applicant: Zicheng Liu ,  Michael J. Sinclair ,  Alejandro Acero ,  Xuedong D. Huang ,  James G. Droppo ,  Li Deng ,  Zhengyou Zhang ,  Yanli Zheng

Inventor： Zicheng Liu ,  Michael J. Sinclair ,  Alejandro Acero ,  Xuedong D. Huang ,  James G. Droppo ,  Li Deng ,  Zhengyou Zhang ,  Yanli Zheng

IPC: G10L21/02

CPC classification number: G10L21/0208 ,  G10L2021/02165

Abstract: A method and system use an alternative sensor signal received from a sensor other than an air conduction microphone to estimate a clean speech value. The estimation uses either the alternative sensor signal alone, or in conjunction with the air conduction microphone signal. The clean speech value is estimated without using a model trained from noisy training data collected from an air conduction microphone. Under one embodiment, correction vectors are added to a vector formed from the alternative sensor signal in order to form a filter, which is applied to the air conductive microphone signal to produce the clean speech estimate. In other embodiments, the pitch of a speech signal is determined from the alternative sensor signal and is used to decompose an air conduction microphone signal. The decomposed signal is then used to determine a clean signal estimate.

Abstract translation: 一种方法和系统使用从除空气传导麦克风以外的传感器接收的替代传感器信号来估计干净的语音值。 该估计单独使用替代传感器信号，或者与导气麦克风信号一起使用。 无需使用从空气传导麦克风收集的噪声训练数据训练的模型来估计干净的语音值。 在一个实施例中，校正矢量被添加到由替代传感器信号形成的矢量中，以形成滤波器，该滤波器被施加到空气传导麦克风信号以产生干净的语音估计。 在其他实施例中，语音信号的音调由替代传感器信号确定，并用于分解空气传导麦克风信号。 然后使用分解的信号来确定干净的信号估计。

公开(公告)号：US20080226297A1

公开(公告)日：2008-09-18

申请号：US11685920

申请日：2007-03-14

Applicant: Michael J. Sinclair ,  Yuqun Chen ,  Behrooz Chitsaz

Inventor： Michael J. Sinclair ,  Yuqun Chen ,  Behrooz Chitsaz

IPC: H04B10/00 ,  G06K9/18

CPC classification number: G07D7/2033 ,  G06K19/086 ,  G07D7/0043 ,  G07D7/12

Abstract: Techniques for authenticating certificates of authenticity (COAs) are discussed. The techniques provide for a simplified authentication system that is easily utilized in a field setting. In described embodiments, COAs are attached to or otherwise associated with goods to be authenticated. The COAs incorporate random or pseudo-random arrangements of optically sensitive fibers to create unique identifiers. A COA reader device optically scans each COA and characterizes the COA according to its unique arrangement of optical activity. A COA reader device may also scan data (e.g., a barcode) that is associated with the COA. The data contains information about the COA to further strengthen the COA authentication process. Based on the scan, the goods associated with the COAs can be verified as genuine (i.e., not pirated).

Abstract translation: 讨论了认证证书（COA）的技术。 这些技术提供了在现场设置中容易使用的简化认证系统。 在所描述的实施例中，COA附加到或将与待认证的商品相关联。 COAs包含光敏纤维的随机或伪随机布置，以创建唯一的标识符。 COA读取器设备根据其独特的光学活动排列光学扫描每个COA并表征COA。 COA读取器设备还可以扫描与COA相关联的数据（例如，条形码）。 数据包含有关COA的信息，以进一步加强COA认证流程。 基于扫描，与COA相关联的商品可以被证实为真实的（即，不是盗版的）。

公开(公告)号：US07403191B2

公开(公告)日：2008-07-22

申请号：US10767291

申请日：2004-01-28

Applicant: Michael J. Sinclair

Inventor： Michael J. Sinclair

IPC: G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/02 ,  G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/0224 ,  G06F3/03547 ,  G06F3/04886 ,  G09B21/003

Abstract: A tactile overlay for a touchscreen includes one or more button structures, a flexible resilient membrane, and one or more nibs corresponding to the one or more button structures. The overlay is disposed over and in propinquity with the touchscreen display, with button and corresponding nib structure(s) of the overlay corresponding to virtual buttons that are displayed by the touchscreen display. The button structure(s) and corresponding nibs are positioned on the overlay so that a user can press a button structure, which causes the corresponding nib to touch a desired virtual button being displayed by the touchscreen display. The flexible resilient layer causes the nib to return to original position, breaking contact with the touchscreen display.

Abstract translation: 用于触摸屏的触觉覆盖物包括一个或多个按钮结构，柔性弹性膜以及对应于一个或多个按钮结构的一个或多个笔尖。 覆盖层布置在触摸屏显示器的上方，并且与触摸屏显示器显示的虚拟按钮对应的覆盖物的按钮和对应的笔尖结构布置。 按钮结构和对应的笔尖位于覆盖层上，使得用户可以按压按钮结构，这使得相应的笔尖触及由触摸屏显示器显示的期望的虚拟按钮。 柔性弹性层使笔尖返回到原始位置，与触摸屏显示器断开接触。

公开(公告)号：US20080036732A1

公开(公告)日：2008-02-14

申请号：US11463183

申请日：2006-08-08

Applicant: Andrew D. Wilson ,  Michael J. Sinclair

Inventor： Andrew D. Wilson ,  Michael J. Sinclair

IPC: G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G06F3/017 ,  G06F3/0304 ,  G06F3/04815 ,  G06F3/04845

Abstract: Virtual controllers for visual displays are described. In one implementation, a camera captures an image of hands against a background. The image is segmented into hand areas and background areas. Various hand and finger gestures isolate parts of the background into independent areas, which are then assigned control parameters for manipulating the visual display. Multiple control parameters can be associated with attributes of multiple independent areas formed by two hands, for advanced control including simultaneous functions of clicking, selecting, executing, horizontal movement, vertical movement, scrolling, dragging, rotational movement, zooming, maximizing, minimizing, executing file functions, and executing menu choices.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于视觉显示的虚拟控制器。 在一个实现中，相机在背景上拍摄手的图像。 图像被分割为手区域和背景区域。 各种手指和手指手势将背景的一部分隔离成独立的区域，然后分配控制参数以操纵视觉显示。 多个控制参数可以与由双手形成的多个独立区域的属性相关联，用于高级控制，包括点击，选择，执行，水平移动，垂直移动，滚动，拖动，旋转移动，缩放，最大化，最小化，执行的同时功能 文件功能和执行菜单选项。

公开(公告)号：US07319908B2

公开(公告)日：2008-01-15

申请号：US11261108

申请日：2005-10-28

Applicant: Michael J. Sinclair ,  David W. Williams ,  Zhengyou Zhang ,  Zicheng Liu

Inventor： Michael J. Sinclair ,  David W. Williams ,  Zhengyou Zhang ,  Zicheng Liu

IPC: G05B11/01 ,  G05D3/12

CPC classification number: G06F1/3203 ,  G06F1/263 ,  G06F1/3231 ,  Y02D10/173

Abstract: A system that facilitates managing resources (e.g., functionality, services) based at least in part upon an established context. More particularly, a context determination component can be employed to establish a context by processing sensor inputs or learning/inferring a user action/preference. Once the context is established via context determination component, a power/mode management component can be employed to activate and/or mask resources in accordance with the established context. The power and mode management of the device can extend life of a power source (e.g., battery) and mask functionality in accordance with a user and/or device state.

Abstract translation: 一种有助于至少部分地基于建立的上下文来管理资源（例如，功能，服务）的系统。 更具体地，可以采用上下文确定组件来通过处理传感器输入或学习/推断用户动作/偏好来建立上下文。 一旦通过上下文确定组件建立了上下文，则可以使用功率/模式管理组件来根据建立的上下文激活和/或掩蔽资源。 设备的功率和模式管理可以根据用户和/或设备状态延长电源（例如电池）的寿命和屏蔽功能。

公开(公告)号：US07283112B2

公开(公告)日：2007-10-16

申请号：US10086397

申请日：2002-03-01

Applicant: Gary K Starkweather ,  Michael J. Sinclair

Inventor： Gary K Starkweather ,  Michael J. Sinclair

IPC: G09G3/34 ,  G02B26/00 ,  G02B5/08 ,  G02B7/182

CPC classification number: G02B26/0841 ,  Y10S359/904

Abstract: A MEMS optical display system includes an illumination source for providing illumination light, a collimating lens for receiving the illumination light and forming from it collimated illumination light, and a microlens array having an array of lenslets for receiving the illumination light from the collimating lens. The converging microlens array directs the illumination light through an array of pixel apertures in an aperture plate to a microelectrical mechanical reflector array positioned opposite the aperture plate. The microelectrical mechanical reflector array includes an array of microelectrical mechanical actuators that support reflectors in alignment with the array of pixel apertures and selectively orients the reflectors to direct the illumination light back through the pixel apertures (to form part of a display image) or against the aperture plate (to be blocked). The illumination light passing back through the pixel apertures passes through the microlens array and a beamsplitter to a display screen.

Abstract translation: MEMS光学显示系统包括用于提供照明光的照明源，用于接收照明光并由其准直的照明光的准直透镜，以及具有用于接收来自准直透镜的照明光的小透镜阵列的微透镜阵列。 会聚微透镜阵列将照明光通过孔板中的像素孔阵列引导到与孔板相对定位的微电机械反射器阵列。 微电子机械反射器阵列包括微电子机械致动器的阵列，其支撑与像素孔阵列对准的反射器，并且选择性地使反射器定向以将照明光引导通过像素孔（以形成显示图像的一部分）或反对 孔板（待封）。 穿过像素孔径的照明光通过微透镜阵列和分束器到达显示屏。

公开(公告)号：US07123778B2

公开(公告)日：2006-10-17

申请号：US11095815

申请日：2005-03-31

Applicant: Patrice Y. Simard ,  Michael J. Sinclair

Inventor： Patrice Y. Simard ,  Michael J. Sinclair

IPC: G06K9/36 ,  G06K9/40 ,  G06K9/20

CPC classification number: G06F3/0425 ,  B43L1/00 ,  H04N7/142

Abstract: An image capturing system is installable in a room separate from a writing surface and a second area. The image capturing system is adapted to take visual images of the writing surface and second area and identify information written thereon.

Abstract translation: 图像捕获系统可安装在与书写表面和第二区域分离的房间中。 图像拍摄系统适于拍摄书写表面和第二区域的视觉图像，并识别写在其上的信息。

公开(公告)号：US07053519B2

公开(公告)日：2006-05-30

申请号：US10112369

申请日：2002-03-29

Applicant: Michael J. Sinclair

Inventor： Michael J. Sinclair

IPC: H02N1/00

CPC classification number: B81B3/0054 ,  B81B2201/032 ,  B81B2201/038 ,  B81B2201/045 ,  B81B2201/047

Abstract: An electrostatic bimorph actuator includes a cantilevered flexible bimorph arm that is secured and insulated at one end to a planar substrate. In an electrostatically activated state the bimorph arm is generally parallel to the planar substrate. In a relaxed state, residual stress in the bimorph arm causes its free end to extend out-of-plane from the planar substrate. The actuator includes a substrate electrode that is secured to and insulated from the substrate and positioned under and in alignment with the bimorph arm. An electrical potential difference applied between the bimorph arm and the substrate electrode imparts electrostatic attraction between the bimorph arm and the substrate electrode to activate the actuator. As an exemplary application in which such actuators could be used, a microelectrical mechanical optical display system is described.

公开(公告)号：US07007471B2

公开(公告)日：2006-03-07

申请号：US10885280

申请日：2004-07-06

Applicant: Michael J. Sinclair

Inventor： Michael J. Sinclair

IPC: F01B29/10

CPC classification number: F03G7/06 ,  B81B3/0024 ,  B81B3/0037 ,  B81B2201/032 ,  B81B2203/0109 ,  B81B2203/051 ,  F02G1/04

Abstract: A unilateral in-plane thermal buckle-beam microelectrical mechanical actuator is formed on a planar substrate of semiconductor material, for example. The actuator includes first and second anchors secured to the substrate and a floating shuttle positioned movably parallel to the substrate. Symmetric first and second sets of elongated thermal half-beams are secured between the floating shuttle and the respective first and second anchors. The first and second anchors and the first and second sets of thermal half-beams are positioned along one side of the floating shuttle. The half-beams are formed of semiconductor material, such as polysilicon. A current source directs electrical current through the thermal half beams via the anchors to impart thermal expansion of the thermal half-beams and hence linear motion of the floating center beam generally parallel to the substrate. A floating cold beam connected between the shuttle and the substrate constrains and amplifies the motion of the shuttle in a predefined direction.

Abstract translation: 例如，在半导体材料的平面基板上形成单边平面内的热扣梁微电机械致动器。 致动器包括固定到基板的第一和第二锚固件以及平行于基板可移动地定位的浮动梭。 对称的第一和第二组细长的热半束固定在浮动梭和相应的第一和第二锚固件之间。 第一和第二锚定装置以及第一和第二组热半束装置沿浮动梭的一侧定位。 半波束由诸如多晶硅的半导体材料形成。 电流源通过锚定器引导电流通过热半束，以赋予热半光束的热膨胀，并因此使浮动中心光束与基底平行的线性运动。 连接在梭子和基底之间的浮动冷束限制并放大梭子在预定方向上的运动。