公开(公告)号：US08863173B2

公开(公告)日：2014-10-14

申请号：US12332584

申请日：2008-12-11

Applicant: Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aixin Liu ,  Dj Nguyen ,  Abhishek Patil

Inventor： Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aixin Liu ,  Dj Nguyen ,  Abhishek Patil

IPC: H04N7/10 ,  H04N21/63 ,  H04N21/4788 ,  H04L29/08 ,  H04L12/28

CPC classification number: H04N21/6175 ,  H04L12/2812 ,  H04L67/104 ,  H04L2012/2849 ,  H04L2201/08 ,  H04N21/4788 ,  H04N21/632 ,  H04N21/812

Abstract: A peer-to-peer (P2P) application which can be applied to TVs. The P2P application promotes a social networking aspect by allowing devices connecting to either the home mesh network and/or Internet to share contents and create common-interest channels. The P2P application does not require support from network infrastructure (e.g., no central servers), and consequently is extremely cost-effective and easy to deploy. The distributed nature of this system allows users to join or leave the network at will. It takes advantage of the local home mesh network connectivity, or existing Internet connections. A participant that tunes into a broadcast on an Internet channel is not only downloading a video stream, but also uploading it to other participants watching the program. Data mining systems capture user preferences and create personalized Internet channels on the TV using the P2P network.

Abstract translation: 可应用于电视的点对点（P2P）应用程序。 P2P应用通过允许连接到家庭网状网络和/或因特网的设备来共享内容并创建共同兴趣的频道来促进社交网络方面。 P2P应用不需要来自网络基础设施（例如，没有中央服务器）的支持，并且因此是极具成本效益且易于部署的。 该系统的分布式特性允许用户随意加入或离开网络。 它利用本地家庭网状网络连接或现有Internet连接。 在互联网频道上播放广播的参与者不仅下载视频流，而且还将其上传到观看节目的其他参与者。 数据挖掘系统捕获用户偏好，并使用P2P网络在电视机上创建个性化的互联网频道。

公开(公告)号：US08531979B2

公开(公告)日：2013-09-10

申请号：US12570369

申请日：2009-09-30

Applicant: Abhishek P. Patil ,  Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

Inventor： Abhishek P. Patil ,  Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

IPC: H04L12/26

CPC classification number: H04N17/00 ,  H04L43/0835 ,  H04L43/0852 ,  H04L43/0894 ,  H04L43/16 ,  H04N17/004

Abstract: A networked TV gathers information pertaining to the quality of a wireless link over which the TV receives streamed multimedia content, and presents an indication of the quality to a user, selectively blocks content from display if the quality falls below a threshold, and/or reports poor link quality to a network server for diagnostic action by technical personnel.

Abstract translation: 网络电视收集有关TV接收流媒体内容的无线链路的质量的信息，并向用户呈现质量指示，如果质量低于阈值，则选择性地阻止内容显示，和/或报告 网络服务器的链路质量差，由技术人员进行诊断。

公开(公告)号：US08345609B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-01

申请号：US12535595

申请日：2009-08-04

Applicant: Abhishek Patil ,  Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung N. Nguyen

Inventor： Abhishek Patil ,  Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung N. Nguyen

IPC: H04W72/12

CPC classification number: H04W74/0841 ,  H04W84/18

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention involves a method for selecting an infrastructure mode wireless channel for a tier-2 wireless node of a plurality of wireless nodes forming a wireless mesh network. The method comprises a first operation of receiving information from at least one neighboring node. Then, the first wireless node determines if a collision has occurred with the at least one neighboring node, where the collision is an overlapping of wireless channels selected by the first node and the at least one neighboring node. If a collision has occurred, the first wireless node compares its network degree, iterative count, and MAC address (progressively in that order) with that of its neighboring node to determine which of the first wireless node or the at least one neighboring node is responsible for re-selecting a different wireless channel from a set of non-overlapping wireless channels that are available to the wireless mesh network. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract translation: 本发明的实施例涉及一种用于选择形成无线网状网络的多个无线节点中的第二层无线节点的基础设施模式无线信道的方法。 该方法包括从至少一个相邻节点接收信息的第一操作。 然后，第一无线节点确定是否与至少一个相邻节点发生冲突，其中冲突是由第一节点和至少一个相邻节点选择的无线信道的重叠。 如果发生冲突，则第一无线节点将其网络度，迭代计数和MAC地址（依次顺序）与其相邻节点的网络度，迭代计数和MAC地址进行比较，以确定第一无线节点或至少一个相邻节点中的哪一个负责 用于从无线网状网络可用的一组非重叠无线信道重新选择不同的无线信道。 描述和要求保护其他实施例。

公开(公告)号：US20110211566A1

公开(公告)日：2011-09-01

申请号：US13102976

申请日：2011-05-06

Applicant: Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung N. Nguyen

Inventor： Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung N. Nguyen

IPC: H04W84/02

CPC classification number: H04L12/2809 ,  H04L12/2807 ,  H04L63/08 ,  H04L63/0876 ,  H04L63/1458 ,  H04L2012/2841 ,  H04W8/005 ,  H04W12/04 ,  H04W12/06 ,  H04W12/08 ,  H04W24/08 ,  H04W40/244 ,  H04W48/16 ,  H04W74/002 ,  H04W76/10 ,  H04W84/18

Abstract: An apparatus and method for a multi-tier wireless home mesh network is described. The method may include formation of an infrastructure-less wireless home mesh networking environment comprising a collection of nodes that operate as a decentralized, ad hoc wireless network with multiple sub-networks or tiers that are responsible for different functions within the network. Each node of the multi-tier network is configured to forward data to other nodes and is assigned to a particular tier based on the node's performance capabilities. A further embodiment includes identification of a wireless home mesh network. Once identified, one or more proprietary messages may be exchanged in a secure manner to establish connections with a home electronics device as either a mobile node or a stationary node of the home network. A home electronics device may wirelessly communicate to route data within one or more nodes of the wireless home mesh network. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于多层无线家庭网状网络的装置和方法。 该方法可以包括形成无基础设施的无线家庭网状网络环境，该环境包括作为具有负责网络内的不同功能的多个子网络或层的分散式ad hoc无线网络的节点集合。 多层网络的每个节点被配置为将数据转发到其他节点，并且基于节点的性能能力被分配给特定的层。 另一实施例包括无线家庭网状网络的识别。 一旦被识别，一个或多个专有消息可以以安全的方式交换，以建立与家庭电子设备的连接，作为家庭网络的移动节点或固定节点。 家庭电子设备可以无线地通信以在无线家庭网状网络的一个或多个节点内路由数据。 描述和要求保护其他实施例。

公开(公告)号：US20110085082A1

公开(公告)日：2011-04-14

申请号：US12575789

申请日：2009-10-08

Applicant: Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek P. Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

Inventor： Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek P. Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

IPC: H04N7/00 ,  G06F15/16 ,  H04M3/42

CPC classification number: H04N21/43615 ,  H04L12/2809 ,  H04L12/282 ,  H04M3/42127 ,  H04M3/42382 ,  H04M2207/12 ,  H04M2242/30 ,  H04N21/4104 ,  H04N21/478

Abstract: Aggregated service and feature sharing is provided in a home network, in which users can freely enjoy not only the shared content, but also the unique features provided by each device anywhere in the network. The service sharing feature allows one device to control and use shared hardware or software functionalities provided by other devices in the network.

Abstract translation: 在家庭网络中提供聚合服务和功能共享，用户可以自由地享受共享内容，还可以自由享受网络中任何位置的每个设备提供的独特功能。 服务共享功能允许一个设备控制和使用网络中其他设备提供的共享硬件或软件功能。

公开(公告)号：US20100057968A1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-04

申请号：US12274702

申请日：2008-11-20

Applicant: Thomas P. Dawson ,  Aixin Liu ,  Kai Liu ,  Andy Nguyen ,  Ling Jun Wong

Inventor： Thomas P. Dawson ,  Aixin Liu ,  Kai Liu ,  Andy Nguyen ,  Ling Jun Wong

IPC: H05K7/10

CPC classification number: H04N5/4401 ,  G06F8/65 ,  G06F9/44526 ,  H04N21/436 ,  H04N21/4431 ,  H04N21/4433

Abstract: Rather than have a unique code set per TV product, a common code base is provided to service multiple products and even multiple product lines. Embedded systems can be upgraded through a network connection. The software architecture provides a flexible approach to supporting multiple product offerings through a plug-in modular middle-ware and to providing standardized hardware acceleration for both 2D and 3D graphics. The plug-in capability provides for feature additions and upgrades after sale.

Abstract translation: 而不是每个电视产品都有一个唯一的代码集，而是提供一个通用的代码库来为多个产品甚至多个产品线提供服务。 嵌入式系统可以通过网络连接进行升级。 软件架构提供了一种灵活的方式，通过插件模块化中间件支持多种产品，并为2D和3D图形提供标准化的硬件加速。 插件功能提供售后功能添加和升级。

公开(公告)号：US08644220B2

公开(公告)日：2014-02-04

申请号：US13102974

申请日：2011-05-06

Applicant: Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung N. Nguyen

Inventor： Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung N. Nguyen

IPC: H04Q7/00

CPC classification number: H04L12/2809 ,  H04L12/2807 ,  H04L63/08 ,  H04L63/0876 ,  H04L63/1458 ,  H04L2012/2841 ,  H04W8/005 ,  H04W12/04 ,  H04W12/06 ,  H04W12/08 ,  H04W24/08 ,  H04W40/244 ,  H04W48/16 ,  H04W74/002 ,  H04W76/10 ,  H04W84/18

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for a multi-tier wireless home mesh network is described. The method may include formation of an infrastructure-less wireless home mesh networking environment comprising a collection of nodes that operate as a decentralized, ad hoc wireless network with multiple sub-networks or tiers that are responsible for different functions within the network. Each node of the multi-tier network is configured to forward data to other nodes and is assigned to a particular tier based on the node's performance capabilities. A further embodiment includes identification of a wireless home mesh network. Once identified, one or more proprietary messages may be exchanged in a secure manner to establish connections with a home electronics device as either a mobile node or a stationary node of the home network. A home electronics device may wirelessly communicate to route data within one or more nodes of the wireless home mesh network. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于多层无线家庭网状网络的装置，系统和方法。 该方法可以包括形成无基础设施的无线家庭网状网络环境，该环境包括作为具有负责网络内的不同功能的多个子网络或层的分散式ad hoc无线网络的节点集合。 多层网络的每个节点被配置为将数据转发到其他节点，并且基于节点的性能能力被分配给特定的层。 另一实施例包括无线家庭网状网络的识别。 一旦被识别，一个或多个专有消息可以以安全的方式交换，以建立与家庭电子设备的连接，作为家庭网络的移动节点或固定节点。 家庭电子设备可以无线地通信以在无线家庭网状网络的一个或多个节点内路由数据。 描述和要求保护其他实施例。

公开(公告)号：US08606896B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-10

申请号：US12575789

申请日：2009-10-08

Applicant: Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek P. Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

Inventor： Xiangpeng Jing ,  Abhishek P. Patil ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

IPC: G06F15/173

CPC classification number: H04N21/43615 ,  H04L12/2809 ,  H04L12/282 ,  H04M3/42127 ,  H04M3/42382 ,  H04M2207/12 ,  H04M2242/30 ,  H04N21/4104 ,  H04N21/478

Abstract: Aggregated service and feature sharing is provided in a home network, in which users can freely enjoy not only the shared content, but also the unique features provided by each device anywhere in the network. The service sharing feature allows one device to control and use shared hardware or software functionalities provided by other devices in the network.

公开(公告)号：US08576340B1

公开(公告)日：2013-11-05

申请号：US13654213

申请日：2012-10-17

Applicant: Adam Li ,  Megan Farrell ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

Inventor： Adam Li ,  Megan Farrell ,  Aixin Liu ,  Djung Nguyen

IPC: H04N5/58

CPC classification number: H04N5/58

Abstract: Methods and systems for controlling ambient light effects associated with video content are provided. The method includes providing a receiving device configured to parse an incoming video file. The video file includes at least one track specifying at least one ambient light effect associated with at least one portion of the video file. The at least one track includes chrominance control data specifying at least one light color to be generated by the at least one lighting device. The method also includes parsing the video file at the receiving device to separate the track specifying the ambient light effect and the chrominance control data and sending a command to at least one lighting device to generate the ambient light effect specified in the track and the chrominance control data.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于控制与视频内容相关联的环境光效果的方法和系统。 该方法包括提供被配置为解析输入视频文件的接收设备。 视频文件包括至少一个轨道，其指定与视频文件的至少一部分相关联的至少一个环境光效果。 所述至少一个轨道包括色度控制数据，其指定要由所述至少一个照明装置生成的至少一种光色。 该方法还包括在接收设备处解析视频文件以分离指定环境光效果和色度控制数据的轨道，并向至少一个照明设备发送命令以产生在轨道中指定的环境光效果和色度控制 数据。

公开(公告)号：US08570358B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-29

申请号：US12661372

申请日：2010-03-16

Applicant: Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aravind Asam ,  Dipendu Saha ,  Seungwook Hong ,  Aixin Liu ,  Yang Yu ,  Andy Nguyen ,  Abhishek Patil ,  Diung Nguyen

Inventor： Xiangpeng Jing ,  Aravind Asam ,  Dipendu Saha ,  Seungwook Hong ,  Aixin Liu ,  Yang Yu ,  Andy Nguyen ,  Abhishek Patil ,  Diung Nguyen

IPC: H04N7/14

CPC classification number: H04N7/147 ,  H04N7/17318 ,  H04N13/194 ,  H04N13/239 ,  H04N21/4223 ,  H04N21/4347 ,  H04N21/4788 ,  H04N21/6125

Abstract: Automated wireless three-dimensional (3D) video conferencing is provided using a tunerless television device. A 3D video conference is automatically established with a wireless device capable of 3D video conferencing using a wireless communication interface of the tunerless television device. A first and a second two-dimensional (2D) video stream are received, using a camera interface module, from a first and a second video camera associated with the tunerless television device. A merged 3D video stream is created from the first 2D video stream and the second 2D video stream using a 3D video offload processing module operatively coupled to the camera interface module. The merged 3D video stream is sent to the wireless device using the wireless communication interface. This abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this abstract.

Abstract translation: 使用无调谐电视设备提供自动无线三维（3D）视频会议。 使用能够使用无调谐器电视设备的无线通信接口进行3D视频会议的无线设备自动建立3D视频会议。 使用相机接口模块从与无调谐电视设备相关联的第一和第二摄像机接收第一和第二二维（2D）视频流。 使用可操作地耦合到相机接口模块的3D视频卸载处理模块从第一2D视频流和第二2D视频流创建合并的3D视频流。 使用无线通信接口将合并的3D视频流发送到无线设备。 该摘要不被认为是限制性的，因为其他实施例可能偏离本摘要中描述的特征。