公开(公告)号：US20130009900A1

公开(公告)日：2013-01-10

申请号：US13620299

申请日：2012-09-14

Applicant: Timothy R. PRYOR

Inventor： Timothy R. PRYOR

IPC: G06F3/041

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.

Abstract translation: 公开了特别适用于车辆应用的新方法和装置，提供广泛的信息，以及使用例如通用的ONSTAR或基于蜂窝的数据源来控制车辆子系统或Telematic通信的计算机的数据的安全输入。 优选实施例利用采用触觉物理选择的新的可编程形式的触觉触摸屏和显示器，其利用直接光学数据输入。 仪表板或仪表板结构的革命性形式，其风格有吸引力，成本较低，可由用户定制，可在触觉和视觉上进行编程，并具有增强内部安全性和车辆操作的潜力。 还公开了本发明的非汽车应用，例如用于使用触摸屏和家庭自动化系统的通用计算机输入的装置。

公开(公告)号：US20130057594A1

公开(公告)日：2013-03-07

申请号：US13613679

申请日：2012-09-13

Applicant: Timothy R. PRYOR

Inventor： Timothy R. PRYOR

IPC: G09G5/10

CPC classification number: G06F3/0425 ,  A63F3/00643 ,  A63F7/027 ,  A63F2003/00974 ,  A63F2009/243 ,  A63F2009/2433 ,  A63F2009/2435 ,  A63F2009/2457 ,  A63F2300/1075 ,  A63F2300/1087 ,  G06F3/0416 ,  G06F3/0423

Abstract: Disclosed herein are new forms of computer inputs particularly using TV cameras, and providing affordable methods and apparatus for unique game play, such as rear projection devices for pinball and common board games using machine vision to determine the location of objects and/or features of objects. Particular embodiments employing fast and reliable acquisition and tracking of game related objects and their motion are disclosed, together with numerous applications. Also disclosed are related embodiments for instrumentation and control systems, such as those used in homes and cars.

Abstract translation: 这里公开的是新的形式的计算机输入，特别是使用电视摄像机，并为独特的游戏提供可承受的方法和装置，例如使用机器视觉的弹球和普通棋盘游戏的背投投影装置来确定物体的位置和/或物体的特征 。 与许多应用一起公开了采用对游戏相关对象的快速可靠的获取和跟踪及其运动的特定实施例。 还公开了用于仪器和控制系统的相关实施例，例如在家庭和汽车中使用的系统。

公开(公告)号：US20100201893A1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-12

申请号：US12715097

申请日：2010-03-01

Applicant: Timothy R. PRYOR

Inventor： Timothy R. PRYOR

IPC: H04N9/31 ,  G09G5/00 ,  H04N5/64

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：US20120287072A1

公开(公告)日：2012-11-15

申请号：US13556019

申请日：2012-07-23

Applicant: Timothy R. PRYOR

Inventor： Timothy R. PRYOR

IPC: G06F3/041

CPC classification number: G06F3/011 ,  G06F3/016 ,  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.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种用于向计算机提供人类输入的方法，其允许用户与连接到计算机的显示器进行交互。 该方法包括以下步骤：使用电光感测装置将第一目标放置在用户身体的第一部分上，感测与第一目标的位置相关的数据和与用户的第二部分的第二部分的位置有关的数据 用户身体的第一和第二部分可相对于彼此移动，将电光感测装置的输出提供给计算机的输入端，确定第一目标的位置和第二部分的位置 用户的身体，并且基于用户同时观看的确定的位置来将计算机的输出改变为显示器。

公开(公告)号：US20100190610A1

公开(公告)日：2010-07-29

申请号：US12754285

申请日：2010-04-05

Applicant: Timothy R. PRYOR ,  Marie C. Pryor

Inventor： Timothy R. PRYOR ,  Marie C. Pryor

IPC: A63B71/00

CPC classification number: A63B71/06 ,  A63B24/0075 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/3475 ,  G06F19/3481 ,  G06Q30/06 ,  G16H50/50 ,  Y10S128/92 ,  Y10S128/921 ,  Y10S128/922

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for interactively and dynamically undertaking exercise are disclosed which utilize camera means to provide 2D or 3D data relating to locations or movements of exercise undertaken by a person. This data is analyzed by a computer and in a typical example an instructor's image is displayed and both visual and audio assistance to the person is provided via a computer program either resident locally or remotely located. Applications to exercise involving treadmills, bicycles, dance, weight lifting and other exercises are disclosed.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于交互式和动态地进行锻炼的方法和装置，其利用照相机装置来提供关于由人进行的运动的位置或运动的2D或3D数据。 该数据由计算机分析，并且在典型的示例中，显示教师的图像，并且经由本地或远程位置的计算机程序提供对人的视觉和音频辅助。 公开了涉及跑步机，自行车，跳舞，举重和其他锻炼的运动应用。