公开(公告)号：US4394683A

公开(公告)日：1983-07-19

申请号：US163290

申请日：1980-06-26

Applicant: Nicholas Liptay-Wagner ,  Roland Renaud ,  Timothy R. Pryor ,  Donald A. Clarke

Inventor： Nicholas Liptay-Wagner ,  Roland Renaud ,  Timothy R. Pryor ,  Donald A. Clarke

IPC: B07C5/10 ,  G01B11/02 ,  H04N7/18

CPC classification number: B07C5/10 ,  B07C5/365 ,  G01B11/024

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for analyzing the light pattern produced on a photodetector array. The signal produced by the array is filtered with a low pass filter and the output of the filter is differentiated to obtain either the first or second derivative of the filtered signal for one or more points in the pattern. The zero crossing of the differentiated signal is detected and the zero crossing point is timed relative to a further point, e.g., the start of the scan of the array, so as to obtain an output related to the position of the corresponding point or points in the pattern.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于分析在光电检测器阵列上产生的光图案的方法和装置。 由阵列产生的信号用低通滤波器滤波，并且滤波器的输出被微分以获得滤波信号的第一或第二导数，用于图案中的一个或多个点。 检测到微分信号的过零点，并且过零点相对于另一点定时，例如阵列扫描的开始，以获得与相应点或点的位置相关的输出 模式。

公开(公告)号：US20140028855A1

公开(公告)日：2014-01-30

申请号：US13961452

申请日：2013-08-07

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: H04N5/232

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

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and apparatus for instructing persons using computer based programs and/or remote instructors. One or more video cameras obtain images of the student or other participant. In addition images are analyzed by a computer to determine the locations or motions of one or more points on the student. This location data is fed to computer program which compares the motions to known desired movements, or alternatively provides such movement data to an instructor, typically located remotely, who can aid in analyzing student performance. The invention preferably is used with a substantially life-size display, such as a projection display can provide, in order to make the information displayed a realistic partner or instructor for the student. In addition, other applications are disclosed to sports training, dance, and remote dating.

Abstract translation: 公开了使用基于计算机的程序和/或远程教练来指示人的方法和装置。 一个或多个摄像机获取学生或其他参与者的图像。 此外，图像由计算机分析以确定学生的一个或多个点的位置或运动。 该位置数据被馈送到计算机程序，该计算机程序将运动与已知的期望运动进行比较，或者替代地将这种运动数据提供给通常位于远处的指导员，该辅导员可以帮助分析学生的表现。 本发明优选地用于基本上真实尺寸的显示器，例如投影显示器可以提供，以便使信息显示给学生的现实伙伴或教练。 此外，其他应用也被披露给运动训练，舞蹈和远程约会。

公开(公告)号：US20130250132A1

公开(公告)日：2013-09-26

申请号：US13850616

申请日：2013-03-26

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: H04N5/232

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

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and apparatus for instructing persons using computer based programs and/or remote instructors. One or more video cameras obtain images of the student or other participant. In addition images are analyzed by a computer to determine the locations or motions of one or more points on the student. This location data is fed to computer program which compares the motions to known desired movements, or alternatively provides such movement data to an instructor, typically located remotely, who can aid in analyzing student performance. The invention preferably is used with a substantially life-size display, such as a projection display can provide, in order to make the information displayed a realistic partner or instructor for the student. In addition, other applications are disclosed to sports training, dance, and remote dating.

Abstract translation: 公开了使用基于计算机的程序和/或远程教练来指示人的方法和装置。 一个或多个摄像机获取学生或其他参与者的图像。 此外，图像由计算机分析以确定学生的一个或多个点的位置或运动。 该位置数据被馈送到计算机程序，该计算机程序将运动与已知的期望运动进行比较，或者替代地将这种运动数据提供给通常位于远处的指导员，该辅导员可以帮助分析学生的表现。 本发明优选地用于基本上真实尺寸的显示器，例如投影显示器可以提供，以便使信息显示给学生的现实伙伴或教练。 此外，其他应用也被披露给运动训练，舞蹈和远程约会。

公开(公告)号：US20130249791A1

公开(公告)日：2013-09-26

申请号：US13850561

申请日：2013-03-26

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G06F3/01

CPC classification number: G06F3/017 ,  A63F2300/1012 ,  A63F2300/1087 ,  G06F3/011 ,  G06F3/0325 ,  G06F3/042 ,  G06F3/0425 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06F2203/0331 ,  G06K9/00335

Abstract: A method and apparatus for interactive TV camera based games in which position or orientation of points on a player or of an object held by a player are determined and used to control a video display. Both single camera and stereo camera pair based embodiments are disclosed, preferably using stereo photogrammetry where multi-degree of freedom information is desired. Large video displays, preferably life-size may be used where utmost realism of the game experience is desired.

公开(公告)号：US20120218181A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-30

申请号：US13461954

申请日：2012-05-02

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G06F3/01

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：US08111239B2

公开(公告)日：2012-02-07

申请号：US11429305

申请日：2006-05-08

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor ,  Peter Smith

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor ,  Peter Smith

IPC: G09G5/00

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：US08083588B2

公开(公告)日：2011-12-27

申请号：US11980714

申请日：2007-10-31

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: A63F9/24 ,  A63F13/00 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G09G5/00

CPC classification number: A63F13/213 ,  A63F13/00 ,  A63F13/428 ,  A63F2300/1075 ,  A63F2300/1087 ,  A63F2300/30 ,  A63F2300/308 ,  A63F2300/8011 ,  G07F17/3297

Abstract: Method and apparatus are disclosed for providing a novel video gaming experience on a play surface on which reconfigurable information is displayed.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于在播放表面上提供新的视频游戏体验的方法和装置，其上显示可重新配置的信息。

公开(公告)号：US20110032089A1

公开(公告)日：2011-02-10

申请号：US12897072

申请日：2010-10-04

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: H04B3/36 ,  G06F3/041

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

Abstract: The invention provides a method for providing human input to a computer which allows a user to interact with a display connected to the computer. The method includes the steps of placing a first target on a first portion of the user's body, using an electro-optical sensing means, sensing data related to the location of the first target and data related to the location of a second portion of the user's body, the first and second portions of the user's body being movable relative to each other, providing an output of the electro-optical sensing means to the input of the computer, determining the location of the first target and the location of the second portion of the user's body, and varying the output of the computer to the display based upon the determined locations for contemporaneous viewing by the user.

公开(公告)号：US07671851B1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-02

申请号：US11319807

申请日：2005-12-29

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G06F3/033

CPC classification number: B60K37/06 ,  B60K35/00 ,  B60K2350/1016 ,  B60K2350/1024 ,  B60K2350/1028 ,  G05G1/105 ,  G06F3/0312

Abstract: New methods and apparatus are provided for efficiently and safely providing controls and displays therefore, particularly, but necessarily to be used within the center stack region of a vehicle instrument panel. The apparatus utilizes, in most embodiments, a rear projection display and machine vision sensing of control position and, optionally, finger touch. A very stylistic and easy to use instrument panel results which can be programmed or otherwise provided in many different forms to suit different users or option package designs.

Abstract translation: 因此，提供了新的方法和装置，用于有效和安全地提供控制和显示，因此，特别地但必须在车辆仪表板的中心堆叠区域内使用。 在大多数实施例中，该装置利用了后投影显示和机器视觉感测控制位置以及任选的手指触摸。 一种非常风格和易于使用的仪表板结果，可以编程或以其他方式提供许多不同的形式，以适应不同的用户或选项包装设计。

公开(公告)号：US20090273575A1

公开(公告)日：2009-11-05

申请号：US12500984

申请日：2009-07-10

Applicant: Timothy R. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. Pryor

IPC: G06F3/041 ,  G06F3/048

CPC classification number: B60K35/00 ,  B60K37/06 ,  B60K2350/1024 ,  B60K2350/1028 ,  B60K2350/901 ,  G06F3/016 ,  G06F3/017 ,  G06F3/0416 ,  G06F3/04883

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.