公开(公告)号：US08565592B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-22

申请号：US13232722

申请日：2011-09-14

Applicant: John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

Inventor： John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

IPC: G03B13/32

CPC classification number: G03B3/00 ,  G02B7/04 ,  G02B13/0015 ,  G03B3/02 ,  G03B13/18 ,  G03B17/12 ,  G03B17/28 ,  H04N5/2254

Abstract: A novel micro camera module includes a lens assembly adjustably mounted within a graduated receiver portion of a housing. The lens assembly slidably contacts the graduated receiver portion when the lens assembly is moved a distance along an axis perpendicular to the sensor array of an image capture device of the camera module. Further, a resilient ring-shaped member can be coupled between the lens assembly and the housing.

Abstract translation: 一种新颖的微型相机模块包括可调节地安装在壳体的刻度接收器部分内的透镜组件。 当透镜组件沿着垂直于相机模块的图像捕获装置的传感器阵列的轴线移动一定距离时，透镜组件可滑动地接触刻度接收器部分。 此外，弹性环形构件可以联接在透镜组件和壳体之间。

公开(公告)号：US08204372B2

公开(公告)日：2012-06-19

申请号：US12930799

申请日：2011-01-18

Applicant: John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

Inventor： John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

IPC: G03B13/34

CPC classification number: G03B3/00 ,  G02B7/04 ,  G02B13/0015 ,  G03B3/02 ,  G03B13/18 ,  G03B17/12 ,  G03B17/28 ,  H04N5/2254

Abstract: A novel micro camera module that is manually adjustable between a close-up mode and an infinite mode includes a lens assembly adjustably mounted within a sleeve that is adjustably mounted into a housing. In a particular embodiment the sleeve includes a channel (cam groove) that is engaged by a plurality of pins fixed to the housing. Further, a biasing member is disposed between the sleeve and the housing such that an upward force will enable the pins to firmly engage the lower portion of the channel. In a more particular embodiment, the channel defines two detents that secure the sleeve into predetermined positions with respect to the housing. In an even more particular embodiment, the channel is sloped such that upon rotation of the sleeve, the distance between the lens assembly and an image capture device is changed. In another particular embodiment, the camera module includes an electrical mode detecting switch that is indicative of the position of the camera module.

Abstract translation: 在特写模式和无限模式之间可手动调节的新颖微型相机模块包括可调节地安装在可调节地安装到壳体中的套筒内的透镜组件。 在特定实施例中，套筒包括通过固定到壳体的多个销接合的通道（凸轮槽）。 此外，偏置构件设置在套筒和壳体之间，使得向上的力将使销能够牢固地接合通道的下部。 在更具体的实施例中，通道限定了将套筒相对于壳体固定到预定位置的两个棘爪。 在更具体的实施例中，通道是倾斜的，使得在套筒旋转时，透镜组件和图像捕获装置之间的距离被改变。 在另一特定实施例中，相机模块包括指示相机模块的位置的电模式检测开关。

公开(公告)号：USD336089S

公开(公告)日：1993-06-01

申请号：US395424

申请日：1989-08-16

Applicant: Charles L. Crawshaw ,  John Piccone ,  Richard C. Allen ,  James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

Designer： Charles L. Crawshaw ,  John Piccone ,  Richard C. Allen ,  James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

公开(公告)号：US20110116779A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-19

申请号：US12930799

申请日：2011-01-18

Applicant: John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

Inventor： John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

IPC: G03B3/00

CPC classification number: G03B3/00 ,  G02B7/04 ,  G02B13/0015 ,  G03B3/02 ,  G03B13/18 ,  G03B17/12 ,  G03B17/28 ,  H04N5/2254

Abstract: A novel micro camera module that is manually adjustable between a close-up mode and an infinite mode includes a lens assembly adjustably mounted within a sleeve that is adjustably mounted into a housing. In a particular embodiment the sleeve includes a channel (cam groove) that is engaged by a plurality of pins fixed to the housing. Further, a biasing member is disposed between the sleeve and the housing such that an upward force will enable the pins to firmly engage the lower portion of the channel. In a more particular embodiment, the channel defines two detents that secure the sleeve into predetermined positions with respect to the housing. In an even more particular embodiment, the channel is sloped such that upon rotation of the sleeve, the distance between the lens assembly and an image capture device is changed. In another particular embodiment, the camera module includes an electrical mode detecting switch that is indicative of the position of the camera module.

公开(公告)号：US07469100B2

公开(公告)日：2008-12-23

申请号：US11242646

申请日：2005-10-03

Applicant: John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

Inventor： John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue ,  Ellen B. Cargill ,  Kraig S. Clark

IPC: G03B13/32

CPC classification number: G03B3/00 ,  G02B7/04 ,  G02B13/0015 ,  G03B3/02 ,  G03B13/18 ,  G03B17/12 ,  G03B17/28 ,  H04N5/2254

Abstract: A novel micro camera module that is manually adjustable between a close-up mode and an infinite mode includes a lens assembly adjustably mounted within a sleeve that is adjustably mounted into a housing. In a particular embodiment the sleeve includes a channel (cam groove) that is engaged by a plurality of pins fixed to the housing. Further, a biasing member is disposed between the sleeve and the housing such that an upward force will enable the pins to firmly engage the lower portion of the channel. In a more particular embodiment, the channel defines two detents that secure the sleeve into predetermined positions with respect to the housing. In an even more particular embodiment, the channel is sloped such that upon rotation of the sleeve, the distance between the lens assembly and an image capture device is changed. In another particular embodiment, the camera module includes an electrical mode detecting switch that is indicative of the position of the camera module.

Abstract translation: 在特写模式和无限模式之间可手动调节的新颖微型相机模块包括可调节地安装在可调节地安装到壳体中的套筒内的透镜组件。 在特定实施例中，套筒包括通过固定到壳体的多个销接合的通道（凸轮槽）。 此外，偏置构件设置在套筒和壳体之间，使得向上的力将使销能够牢固地接合通道的下部。 在更具体的实施例中，通道限定了将套筒相对于壳体固定到预定位置的两个棘爪。 在更具体的实施例中，通道是倾斜的，使得在套筒旋转时，透镜组件和图像捕获装置之间的距离被改变。 在另一特定实施例中，相机模块包括指示相机模块的位置的电模式检测开关。

公开(公告)号：US06618263B1

公开(公告)日：2003-09-09

申请号：US09946860

申请日：2001-09-04

Applicant: Ko (Kevin) Kin-Wing ,  John W. Toor ,  Andrea Koerselman ,  Livius D. Chebeleu

Inventor： Ko (Kevin) Kin-Wing ,  John W. Toor ,  Andrea Koerselman ,  Livius D. Chebeleu

IPC: H05K712

CPC classification number: G06F1/185 ,  G06F1/184 ,  G06F1/186 ,  H05K7/1405

Abstract: A quick release hold-down mechanism for releasably securing protective covers and expansion cards within a personal computer comprises a press plate for exerting a force upon the flange of a protective cover or the flange of an expansion card. A tension arm is operatively coupled to the press plate for holding the press plate in place. The tension arm is releasable to and securable within a fixed position such that the press plate maintains the force upon a surface of the expansion card or protective cover to maintain the expansion card or protective cover in its desired location. The tension arm is rotatably moved which causes the press plate to pivot through an arc, around a pivot means. By this rotatable motion of the tension arm, the press plate engages the surface of the installed protective cover or expansion card. More than one protective cover and expansion card can be installed and any number of either or both can be thus secured. The tension arm is secured by means of a locking indent that engages the computer chassis.

Abstract translation: 用于将保护盖和扩展卡可释放地固定在个人计算机内的快速释放按压机构包括用于对保护盖的凸缘或扩展卡的凸缘施加力的压板。 张力臂可操作地联接到压板上以将压板保持在适当位置。 张力臂可释放并固定在固定位置，使得压板将力保持在扩展卡或保护盖的表面上，以将扩张卡或保护盖保持在其期望的位置。 张力臂被可旋转地移动，这导致压板围绕枢转装置枢转通过弧。 通过张力臂的这种可旋转的运动，压板接合所安装的保护盖或扩展卡的表面。 可以安装多个保护盖和扩展卡，并且可以确保任何一个或两个的任何一个。 张紧臂通过与计算机机箱接合的锁定凹槽固定。

公开(公告)号：US5191461A

公开(公告)日：1993-03-02

申请号：US702448

申请日：1991-05-16

Applicant: Charles L. Cranshaw ,  John Piccone ,  Richard C. Allen ,  James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

Inventor： Charles L. Cranshaw ,  John Piccone ,  Richard C. Allen ,  James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

IPC: H04B10/04

CPC classification number: H04B10/50

Abstract: The present invention is for an illumination transmitter. The transmitter projects a signal onto a planar reflective surface such as the ceiling of an open office environment. The transmitter includes a plurality of illumination sources positioned in a line wherein the line has a predetermined orientation to the planar surface. The illumination sources are preferably infrared LEDs. The transmitter has means for jointly aiming the illumination sources toward a desired location on the planar surface. The location on the planar surface is usually used to allow multiple transmitters coupled to infrared receivers to allow communication between computers in a LAN. The transmitter also includes means for maintaining the predetermined orientation between the planar surface and the line. The orientation is usually parallel to allow transmitters located large distances from the illumination to project a relatively small illumination spot onto the planar surface.

Abstract translation: 本发明是用于照明发射机。 发射机将信号投影到平面反射表面，例如开放式办公环境的天花板上。 发射器包括定位在线中的多个照明源，其中线具有对于平面表面的预定取向。 照明源优选地是红外LED。 发射机具有用于将照明源联合瞄准平面上的期望位置的装置。 平面上的位置通常用于允许耦合到红外接收器的多个发射器允许LAN中的计算机之间的通信。 发射机还包括用于维持平面和线之间的预定取向的装置。 取向通常是平行的，以允许距离照明器大的距离的发射器将相对较小的照明点投射到平面上。

公开(公告)号：USD311825S

公开(公告)日：1990-11-06

申请号：US298359

申请日：1988-12-22

Applicant: Brian S. Stewart ,  James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

Designer： Brian S. Stewart ,  James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

公开(公告)号：US4781292A

公开(公告)日：1988-11-01

申请号：US10217

申请日：1987-02-03

Applicant: James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

Inventor： James E. Sacherman ,  John W. Toor

IPC: G11B23/023 ,  G11B33/04 ,  B65D85/57

CPC classification number: G11B23/0236 ,  G11B33/0416

Abstract: Apparatus capable of storing or displaying a plurality of compact discs, cassettes or other similar objects is disclosed. The apparatus includes a housing and a plurality of pivotable members rotatably positioned therein. Each pivotable member may hold one or more objects, each object being positioned within a compartment in the pivotable member. In one embodiment, each pivotable member includes a base plate, a rear wall, a pair of side walls, and a pair of members which together form a front wall. The front wall members cooperate with the rear wall, which may include clamping ribs, to provide a clamping force which substantially fixedly positions the compact discs within the pivotable member so that the display rack may be positioned throughout a range extending from substantially horizontal to substantially vertical. The clamping force may be adjusted by varying the dimensions and geometry of a slot associated with the clamping means.

Abstract translation: 公开了能够存储或显示多个光盘，盒或其它类似物体的装置。 该装置包括壳体和可旋转地定位在其中的多个可枢转构件。 每个可枢转构件可以保持一个或多个物体，每个物体位于可枢转构件的隔室内。 在一个实施例中，每个可枢转构件包括底板，后壁，一对侧壁和一起构成前壁的一对构件。 前壁构件与可以包括夹紧肋的后壁协作以提供夹紧力，该夹紧力将压缩盘基本上固定地定位在可枢转构件内，使得显示架可以在从基本水平延伸到基本垂直的范围内定位 。 可以通过改变与夹紧装置相关联的狭槽的尺寸和几何形状来调节夹紧力。

公开(公告)号：US07983556B2

公开(公告)日：2011-07-19

申请号：US11982726

申请日：2007-11-02

Applicant: Lothar R. Westerweck ,  Albert John Y. Chua ,  Bahram Afshari ,  Dennis R. Berube ,  John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue

Inventor： Lothar R. Westerweck ,  Albert John Y. Chua ,  Bahram Afshari ,  Dennis R. Berube ,  John W. Toor ,  Elaine B. Bogue

IPC: G03B17/00 ,  G03B17/02

CPC classification number: G03B17/02 ,  H04N5/2257 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A novel digital camera module includes an image capture device, a lens unit including a body, a housing including an opening for receiving the lens unit and positioning the lens unit with respect to the image capture device, and a contaminant trap formed by an isolated annular space between the lens unit and the opening of the housing. In a particular embodiment, the opening of the housing includes surfaces having at least two different perimeters, the smaller of which slidably engages the outer surface of the lens unit. The contaminant trap collects and contains any contaminants before they reach vulnerable components such as the image capture device and/or other optical components within the camera module.

Abstract translation: 一种新颖的数字照相机模块包括图像捕获装置，包括主体的透镜单元，包括用于接收透镜单元的开口和相对于图像捕获装置定位透镜单元的壳体的壳体以及由隔离环形 透镜单元与壳体的开口之间的空间。 在特定实施例中，壳体的开口包括具有至少两个不同周长的表面，其中较小的表面可滑动地接合透镜单元的外表面。 污染物捕集阱在其到达易损组件（例如摄像机模块内的图像捕获装置和/或其他光学部件）之前收集并包含任何污染物。