公开(公告)号：US08971701B2

公开(公告)日：2015-03-03

申请号：US13603046

申请日：2012-09-04

Applicant: Eric J. Adles ,  Michael L. Dennis ,  Raymond M. Sova ,  Joseph E. Sluz ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  Curtis R. Menyuk ,  John W. Zweck

Inventor： Eric J. Adles ,  Michael L. Dennis ,  Raymond M. Sova ,  Joseph E. Sluz ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  Curtis R. Menyuk ,  John W. Zweck

IPC: H04B10/08 ,  H04B17/00 ,  H04B10/00 ,  H04B10/06 ,  H04B10/61 ,  H04B10/079

CPC classification number: H04B10/616 ,  H04B10/0795

Abstract: A universal optical receiver may include an optical channel monitor configured to acquire spectral data for an optical signal on at least one selected optical channel, a tunable local oscillator configured to be tuned to a center frequency of the optical signal on the at least one selected optical channel, a storage device configured to store data associated with the optical signal responsive to acquisition of the spectral data and tuning of the tunable local oscillator, and processing circuitry configured to execute an algorithm that employs a plurality of binary distinctions based on physical characteristics of the optical signal and employs at least one calculation of figure of merit associated with a series of parameter values of the optical signal to identify a format of the optical signal.

Abstract translation: 通用光学接收器可以包括光信道监视器，其被配置为在至少一个选择的光信道上获取用于光信号的光谱数据，可调谐本地振荡器，被配置为被调谐到所述至少一个所选光学器件上的光信号的中心频率 通道，被配置为存储与所述光信号相关联的数据的存储设备，所述数据响应于所述频谱数据的获取和所述可调本地振荡器的调谐，以及被配置为执行基于所述可调谐本地振荡器的物理特性采用多个二进制区别的算法的处理电路 光信号，并且采用与光信号的一系列参数值相关联的品质因数的至少一个计算，以识别光信号的格式。

公开(公告)号：US08506414B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-13

申请号：US13112040

申请日：2011-05-20

Applicant: Jeremy Snyder ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  Byron Cole Slaughter ,  John T. Stites

Inventor： Jeremy Snyder ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  Byron Cole Slaughter ,  John T. Stites

IPC: A63B69/36

CPC classification number: A63B69/3632 ,  A63B53/00 ,  A63B53/10 ,  A63B60/00 ,  A63B2209/023 ,  A63B2225/01 ,  B33Y70/00 ,  B33Y80/00

Abstract: A golf club sleeve for use with various golf club structures is presented. The golf club sleeve may have an airfoil shaped cross section and may extend over at least a portion of the shaft of the golf club to reduce drag associated with the shaft during a golf swing, thereby increasing swing speed. The golf club sleeve may be rotatable relative to the shaft of the golf club to orient itself during a swing in order to improve air flow over the sleeve.

Abstract translation: 提出了一种用于各种高尔夫球杆结构的高尔夫球杆套筒。 高尔夫球杆套筒可以具有翼型形状的横截面并且可以在高尔夫球杆的轴的至少一部分上延伸，以在高尔夫挥杆期间减少与杆相关联的阻力，从而提高摆动速度。 高尔夫球杆套筒可以相对于高尔夫球杆的轴线旋转，以在摆动期间使其自身定向，以改善套筒上的气流。

公开(公告)号：US07841953B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-30

申请号：US12474691

申请日：2009-05-29

Applicant: John T. Stites ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  David N. Franklin ,  Byron C. Slaughter

Inventor： John T. Stites ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  David N. Franklin ,  Byron C. Slaughter

IPC: A63B53/04

CPC classification number: A63B53/04 ,  A63B53/047 ,  A63B60/00 ,  A63B60/54 ,  A63B2053/005 ,  A63B2053/0416 ,  A63B2053/045 ,  A63B2053/0491 ,  A63B2209/00

Abstract: A cavity back golf club head having a bridge member is disclosed. The bridge member extends across a first rear cavity connecting a heel and a toe of the golf club head to control the trajectory of a golf ball. For the longer iron clubs, a wall extending from the sole portion of the cavity back golf club head to the bridge member defines a second cavity to further influence the trajectory of the golf ball. For the shorter iron clubs, the wall extends from the top portion of the cavity back golf club head to the bridge member.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有桥构件的空腔后高尔夫球杆头。 桥构件延伸穿过连接高尔夫球杆头的脚跟和脚趾的第一后腔，以控制高尔夫球的轨迹。 对于较长的铁俱乐部，从空腔的鞋底部分向后高尔夫球杆头部延伸到桥构件的壁限定了第二腔，以进一步影响高尔夫球的轨迹。 对于较短的铁杆，壁从空腔后部高尔夫球杆头的顶部延伸到桥构件。

公开(公告)号：US07556572B2

公开(公告)日：2009-07-07

申请号：US11943718

申请日：2007-11-21

Applicant: John T. Stites ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  David N. Franklin ,  Byron C. Slaughter

Inventor： John T. Stites ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  David N. Franklin ,  Byron C. Slaughter

IPC: A63B53/04

CPC classification number: A63B53/04 ,  A63B53/047 ,  A63B60/00 ,  A63B60/54 ,  A63B2053/005 ,  A63B2053/0416 ,  A63B2053/045 ,  A63B2053/0491 ,  A63B2209/00

Abstract: A cavity back golf club head having a bridge member is disclosed. The bridge member extends across a first rear cavity connecting a heel and a toe of the golf club head to control the trajectory of a golf ball. For the longer iron clubs, a wall extending from the sole portion of the cavity back golf club head to the bridge member defines a second cavity to further influence the trajectory of the golf ball. For the shorter iron clubs, the wall extends from the top portion of the cavity back golf club head to the bridge member.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有桥构件的空腔后高尔夫球杆头。 桥构件延伸穿过连接高尔夫球杆头的脚跟和脚趾的第一后腔，以控制高尔夫球的轨迹。 对于较长的铁俱乐部，从空腔的鞋底部分向后高尔夫球杆头部延伸到桥构件的壁限定了第二腔，以进一步影响高尔夫球的轨迹。 对于较短的铁杆，壁从空腔后部高尔夫球杆头的顶部延伸到桥构件。

公开(公告)号：US06595870B2

公开(公告)日：2003-07-22

申请号：US10195184

申请日：2002-07-16

Applicant: John T. Stites ,  Michael G. Taylor

Inventor： John T. Stites ,  Michael G. Taylor

IPC: A63B5304

CPC classification number: A63B53/04 ,  A63B53/047 ,  A63B53/0475 ,  A63B53/06 ,  A63B53/08 ,  A63B60/00 ,  A63B2053/045

Abstract: The present invention provides an iron-type golf club head having a bridge member across a cavity on its rear surface, which member influences the trajectory of a golf ball struck by the club head. By altering the bridge member orientation across the cavity on the rear surface, the club head can be made to propel a ball in various directions. Thus, the trajectory of golf balls struck by the club head can be high, low, rightward, leftward, or combinations thereof.

公开(公告)号：US06351322B1

公开(公告)日：2002-02-26

申请号：US09161978

申请日：1998-09-29

Applicant: Michael J. Ransford ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  Jeffrey C. Livas ,  Vipul Bhatnagar ,  Minh T. Nguyen

Inventor： Michael J. Ransford ,  Michael G. Taylor ,  Jeffrey C. Livas ,  Vipul Bhatnagar ,  Minh T. Nguyen

IPC: H04B1008

CPC classification number: H04B10/07953

Abstract: A testing circuit is provided for determining the Q-factor of an optical communication system. In the testing circuit, a variable attenuator attenuates a received optical signal in response to an attenuator control signal. A first optical-to-electrical converter converts a first portion of the attenuated optical signal into an electrical data signal. A second optical-to-electrical converter converts a second portion of the attenuated optical signal into a first power indication signal. A decision circuit detects high and low data bits in the electrical data signal based on a plurality of threshold voltage signals, and provides decision signals indicative of the results of these determinations. An error monitoring circuit receives the decision signals, determines the bit error rate of the incoming optical signal for the plurality of threshold voltages, and provides bit error rate signals. A microprocessor receives the power regulation signal and the bit error rate signals, and generates a first attenuator control signal and a plurality of threshold voltage signals. In the testing circuit, the variable attenuator operates to attenuate the received optical signal such that it is at an optimal input level for the operation of the first optical-to electrical converter. The microprocessor determines an optimal bit error rate and an optimal Q-factor for the incoming signal based on the bit error rates of the incoming optical signal for the plurality of threshold voltages

Abstract translation: 提供用于确定光通信系统的Q因子的测试电路。 在测试电路中，可变衰减器响应衰减器控制信号衰减接收的光信号。 第一光电转换器将衰减的光信号的第一部分转换成电数据信号。 第二光电转换器将衰减的光信号的第二部分转换成第一功率指示信号。 判定电路基于多个阈值电压信号检测电数据信号中的高和低数据位，并提供指示这些确定结果的判定信号。 错误监视电路接收决定信号，确定多个阈值电压的输入光信号的误码率，并提供误码率信号。 微处理器接收功率调节信号和误码率信号，并产生第一衰减器控制信号和多个阈值电压信号。 在测试电路中，可变衰减器操作以衰减接收到的光信号，使得其处于用于第一光电转换器的操作的最佳输入电平。 微处理器基于入射光信号对多个阈值电压的误码率确定输入信号的最佳误码率和最佳Q因子

公开(公告)号：US06204958B1

公开(公告)日：2001-03-20

申请号：US09169159

申请日：1998-10-08

Applicant: Michael G. Taylor ,  Balakrishnan Sridhar

Inventor： Michael G. Taylor ,  Balakrishnan Sridhar

IPC: G02F139

CPC classification number: H04B10/2941 ,  H01S3/06758 ,  H01S3/10023 ,  H01S3/1608 ,  H01S2301/04 ,  H04B2210/003

Abstract: An optical amplifier is provided in which optical channels, each at a respective wavelength, make two passes through a segment of erbium-doped optical fiber. After the first pass, certain optical wavelengths lying in the high gain spectrum (“the high gain wavelengths”) of the erbium-doped optical fiber are amplified more than other optical wavelengths lying in the low gain spectrum (“the low gain wavelengths”). The optical channels are then reflected with a reflective element back to the segment of erbium-doped optical fiber for the second pass. The reflective element selectively attenuates the high gain wavelengths to compensate for the excessive gain of the erbium-doped optical fiber at these wavelengths. As a result, after the second pass, the optical power at the high and low gain wavelengths is substantially the same and gain flattening is achieved. In an alternative embodiment, the low gain wavelengths are selectively amplified by the reflective element and supplied to the erbium-doped optical fiber at a higher power level than the high gain wavelengths. This additional optical power offsets the low amplification at the low gain wavelengths, such that the erbium-doped optical fiber outputs the high and low gain wavelengths at substantially the same optical power levels.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种光放大器，其中各个波长的光通道通过掺铒光纤的两段通路。 在第一次通过之后，掺铒光纤的高增益光谱（“高增益波长”）中的某些光波长比位于低增益光谱（“低增益波长”）中的其它光波长放大得多， 。 然后将光信道用反射元件反射回铒掺杂光纤的段，用于第二遍。 反射元件选择性地衰减高增益波长以补偿在这些波长处的掺铒光纤的过度增益。 结果，在第二次通过之后，高和低增益波长的光功率基本上相同，并且获得了平坦化。 在替代实施例中，低增益波长被反射元件选择性地放大，并以比高增益波长更高的功率电平提供给掺铒光纤。 这种附加的光功率抵消了低增益波长处的低放大率，使得掺铒光纤以基本上相同的光功率电平输出高和低增益波长。

公开(公告)号：US6061171A

公开(公告)日：2000-05-09

申请号：US83728

申请日：1998-05-22

Applicant: Michael G. Taylor ,  Balakrishnan Sridhar

Inventor： Michael G. Taylor ,  Balakrishnan Sridhar

IPC: H04B10/17 ,  H01S3/10 ,  G01J3/28 ,  H04B10/08

CPC classification number: H04B10/2941

Abstract: An optical amplifier is disclosed having substantially uniform spectral gain. The amplifier comprises a variable optical attenuator coupled between first and second segments of active optical fiber. The attenuation of the optical attenuator is adjusted in accordance with the optical power input to the amplifier to thereby obtain substantially flattened gain. Alternatively, the attenuator can be controlled based on the respective gains associated with the first and second segments of optical fiber. For example, the attenuator can be adjusted so that so that the sum of the two gains remains substantially constant, a condition that also yields flat spectral gain. Further, optical powers associated with first and second wavelengths of amplified stimulated emission (ASE) light output from the amplifier can be used to adjust the attenuation of the optical attenuator. In an additional example, received optical powers associated with each of the channels in a WDM system are monitored and the attenuators within each amplifier in the system are controlled so that the received powers are substantially equal.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有基本均匀的光谱增益的光放大器。 放大器包括耦合在有源光纤的第一和第二段之间的可变光衰减器。 根据输入到放大器的光功率来调节光衰减器的衰减，从而获得基本平坦的增益。 或者，可以基于与光纤的第一和第二段相关联的相应增益来控制衰减器。 例如，可以调节衰减器，使得两个增益的和保持基本恒定，这也是产生平坦的光谱增益的条件。 此外，与从放大器输出的放大的受激发射（ASE）光的第一和第二波长相关联的光功率可以用于调节光衰减器的衰减。 在附加示例中，监视与WDM系统中的每个信道相关联的接收光功率，并且控制系统内每个放大器内的衰减器，使得接收功率基本上相等。

公开(公告)号：US6049413A

公开(公告)日：2000-04-11

申请号：US083842

申请日：1998-05-22

Applicant: Michael G. Taylor ,  Balakrishnan Sridhar

Inventor： Michael G. Taylor ,  Balakrishnan Sridhar

IPC: H01S3/067 ,  H01S3/13 ,  G01J3/28 ,  H01S3/094 ,  H04B10/08

CPC classification number: H01S3/1301 ,  H01S2301/04 ,  H01S3/06758

Abstract: An optical amplifier is disclosed having substantially uniform spectral gain. The amplifier comprises a variable optical attenuator coupled between first and second segments of active optical fiber. The attenuation of the optical attenuator is adjusted in accordance with the optical power input to the amplifier to thereby obtain substantially flattened gain. Alternatively, the attenuator can be controlled based on the respective gains associated with the first and second segments of optical fiber. For example, the attenuator can be adjusted so that so that the sum of the two gains remains substantially constant, a condition that also yields flat spectral gain. Further, optical powers associated with first and second wavelengths of amplified stimulated emission (ASE) light output from the amplifier can be used to adjust the attenuation of the optical attenuator. In an additional example, received optical powers associated with each of the channels in a WDM system arc monitored and the attenuators within each amplifier in the system are controlled so that the received powers are substantially equal.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有基本均匀的光谱增益的光放大器。 放大器包括耦合在有源光纤的第一和第二段之间的可变光衰减器。 根据输入到放大器的光功率来调节光衰减器的衰减，从而获得基本平坦的增益。 或者，可以基于与光纤的第一和第二段相关联的相应增益来控制衰减器。 例如，可以调节衰减器，使得两个增益的和保持基本恒定，这也是产生平坦的光谱增益的条件。 此外，与从放大器输出的放大的受激发射（ASE）光的第一和第二波长相关联的光功率可以用于调节光衰减器的衰减。 在附加示例中，与WDM系统中的每个信道相关联的接收光功率被监视，并且系统内的每个放大器内的衰减器被控制，使得接收的功率基本相等。

公开(公告)号：US5416626A

公开(公告)日：1995-05-16

申请号：US189049

申请日：1994-01-31

Applicant: Michael G. Taylor

Inventor： Michael G. Taylor

IPC: H04B10/04 ,  H04B10/02 ,  H04B10/06 ,  H04B10/135 ,  H04B10/142 ,  H04B10/152 ,  H04B10/18 ,  H04B10/00

CPC classification number: H04B10/532

Abstract: In an optically amplified transmission system including a concatenation of optical amplifiers in the transmission path between an optical transmitter and a non-coherent receiver, the transmitter includes, in addition to a modulator for impressing data modulation, a polarisation state modulator for improving the signal-to-noise ratio at the detector.