Encoding and decoding data into an image using identifiable marks and encoded elements
    1.
    发明授权
    Encoding and decoding data into an image using identifiable marks and encoded elements 有权
    使用可识别标记和编码元素将数据编码和解码成图像

    公开(公告)号:US08194914B1

    公开(公告)日:2012-06-05

    申请号:US11975741

    申请日:2007-10-19

    IPC分类号: G06K9/00

    CPC分类号: G06K19/06103 G06K19/06131

    摘要: An encoded image and methods for encoding and decoding encoded images. In one example, an encoded image may include at least one identifiable mark (also referred to herein as an anchor image); a triggering image that indicates the presence of the encoded image; and at least one encoded element adjacent to the identifiable mark, the at least one encoded element positioned at a location relative to the identifiable mark, the location representing a value. In one embodiment, a method to form an encoded image may include the operations of selecting a value, the value having one or more digits; based on at least one or more of the digits, selecting an anchor image; selecting at least one element for positioning proximate to the anchor image; forming the image using the anchor image and the at least one element; and based on at least one or more of the digits, forming a characteristic of the at least one element. A method of decoding an encoded image may include, in one example, receiving the encoded image for decoding, the encoded image comprising a decoding trigger, an anchor image, and at least one encoded element; recognizing the decoding trigger within the encoded image; recognizing the anchor image within the encoded image; selecting a decoding process from a plurality of decoding processes based on the anchor image; and decoding the encoded image using the selected decoding process.

    摘要翻译: 编码图像和编码和解码编码图像的方法。 在一个示例中,编码图像可以包括至少一个可识别标记(在本文中也称为锚图像); 指示编码图像的存在的触发图像; 以及与所述可识别标记相邻的至少一个编码元素,所述至少一个编码元素位于相对于所述可识别标记的位置,所述位置表示值。 在一个实施例中,形成编码图像的方法可以包括选择值的操作,具有一个或多个数字的值; 基于至少一个或多个数字,选择锚图像; 选择至少一个用于定位在靠近所述锚图像的元件; 使用所述锚图像和所述至少一个元素形成所述图像; 并且基于至少一个或多个数字,形成所述至少一个元件的特性。 在一个示例中,解码编码图像的方法可以包括:接收用于解码的编码图像,编码图像包括解码触发,锚图像和至少一个已编码元素; 识别编码图像内的解码触发; 识别编码图像内的锚图像; 基于所述锚定图像从多个解码处理中选择解码处理; 以及使用所选择的解码处理对编码图像进行解码。

    Apparatus and method for a temporary spread footing
    2.
    发明授权
    Apparatus and method for a temporary spread footing 有权
    暂时扩展基础的装置和方法

    公开(公告)号:US06464196B1

    公开(公告)日:2002-10-15

    申请号:US09217975

    申请日:1998-12-21

    IPC分类号: F16M1300

    摘要: An apparatus and method for providing a temporary spread footing for supporting a variety of different vertically extending structures. The apparatus includes a frame with a top and bottom. The frame can have a substantial space or void in between the top and bottom into which weights or devices can be placed. A connection on top of the base removably connects to the structure to be supported. Outriggers could also be used to substantially increase the overturning moment resistance of the base. The outriggers can be removable or retractable so that for transportation, the base has minimum dimensions. The method includes pre-determining the needed weight and overturning moment resistance for a particular application and transporting the base to the site and thereafter adding weight and adjusting outriggers to match the pre-determined needed overturning moment resistance.

    摘要翻译: 一种用于提供用于支撑各种不同垂直延伸结构的临时扩展基脚的装置和方法。 该装置包括具有顶部和底部的框架。 框架可以在顶部和底部之间具有可放置重物或装置的实质空间或空隙。 基座顶部的连接可拆卸地连接到要支撑的结构。 外伸支架也可用于大大提高底座的倾覆力矩阻力。 外伸支架可以是可拆卸的或可伸缩的,因此运输时底座的尺寸最小。 该方法包括预先确定特定应用所需的重量和倾覆力矩阻力,并将基底运送到现场,然后增加重量并调整支架以匹配预定的所需倾覆力矩阻力。

    Apparatus and method for a temporary spread footing
    4.
    发明授权
    Apparatus and method for a temporary spread footing 有权
    暂时扩展基础的装置和方法

    公开(公告)号:US07246782B2

    公开(公告)日:2007-07-24

    申请号:US10845007

    申请日:2004-05-13

    IPC分类号: F16M13/00

    摘要: An apparatus and method for providing a temporary spread footing for supporting a variety of different vertically extending structures. The apparatus includes a frame with a top and bottom. The frame can have a substantial space or void in between the top and bottom into which weights or devices can be placed. A connection on top of the base removably connects to the structure to be supported. Outriggers could also be used to substantially increase the overturning moment resistance of the base. The outriggers can be removable or retractable so that for transportation, the base has minimum dimensions. The method includes pre-determining the needed weight and overturning moment resistance for a particular application and transporting the base to the site and thereafter adding weight and adjusting outriggers to match the pre-determined needed overturning moment resistance.

    摘要翻译: 一种用于提供用于支撑各种不同垂直延伸结构的临时扩展基脚的装置和方法。 该装置包括具有顶部和底部的框架。 框架可以在顶部和底部之间具有可放置重物或装置的实质空间或空隙。 基座顶部的连接可拆卸地连接到要支撑的结构。 外伸支架也可用于大大提高底座的倾覆力矩阻力。 外伸支架可以是可拆卸的或可伸缩的,因此运输时底座的尺寸最小。 该方法包括预先确定特定应用所需的重量和倾覆力矩阻力,并将基座运送到现场,然后增加重量并调整外悬支架以匹配预定的所需倾覆力矩阻力。

    Encoding and decoding data in an image
    7.
    发明授权
    Encoding and decoding data in an image 有权
    对图像中的数据进行编码和解码

    公开(公告)号:US08094870B2

    公开(公告)日:2012-01-10

    申请号:US11627967

    申请日:2007-01-27

    IPC分类号: G06K9/00

    摘要: A graphically based encoded image, symbol or icon that can serve as a link from physical material or visual displays to electronic data to retrieve specific or general information. In one example, a graphic image is encoded with a value that is linked to a reference lookup table. For example, a numeric value may be encoded to form an encoded image by providing a primary image, such as a logo, and by positioning one or more secondary images or shapes in reference to the primary image, wherein the position of the secondary image relative to the primary image corresponds or relates to the numeric value. Generally, the encoded image may be in the form of any shape, figure or logo, and may be associated with, for example, an advertisement, web site, marketing program, corporate promotion, product promotion, sweepstakes, business cards, personal information, and other mediums for the exchange of information.

    摘要翻译: 一种基于图形的编码图像,符号或图标,可用作从物理材料或视觉显示到电子数据的链接,以检索特定信息或一般信息。 在一个示例中,使用链接到参考查找表的值对图形图像进行编码。 例如,可以通过提供主图像(例如徽标)以及通过针对主图像定位一个或多个次要图像或形状来对数字值进行编码以形成编码图像,其中次要图像相对的位置 到主图像对应或与数值相关。 通常,编码图像可以是任何形状,图形或标志的形式,并且可以与例如广告,网站,营销程序,公司宣传,产品推广,抽奖,名片,个人信息, 和其他媒体交换信息。

    Apparatus and method for moveable lighting
    8.
    发明授权
    Apparatus and method for moveable lighting 失效
    可移动照明的装置和方法

    公开(公告)号:US5944413A

    公开(公告)日:1999-08-31

    申请号:US853173

    申请日:1997-05-08

    IPC分类号: F21S8/08 F21V21/06 F21S1/10

    摘要: An apparatus and method for moveable lighting of large areas includes moveable bases upon which can be mounted light poles and light fixtures that elevate lights to a substantially high level. Each base has a size and mass that allows the pole and light fixture(s) to freely stand, including against normal environmental conditions without tipping. The base can be moved from location to location and transported with conventional equipment eliminating dedicated trailers or trucks and eliminating a substantial labor and time to erect portable tower.

    摘要翻译: 用于大面积可移动照明的装置和方法包括可移动的基座,可以在其上安装将灯提升到基本上高的水平的灯杆和灯具。 每个基座都有一个尺寸和质量,允许杆和灯具自由站立,包括在没有倾翻的情况下,正常的环境条件。 基地可以从一个地点移动到另一个地方,并用常规设备运输,消除专门的拖车或卡车,消除大量的劳力和时间来建立便携式塔架。