AUTO-EXPOSURE FOR MULTI-IMAGER BARCODE READER
    1.
    发明申请
    AUTO-EXPOSURE FOR MULTI-IMAGER BARCODE READER 审中-公开
    自动曝光用于多图像条形码读取器

    公开(公告)号:WO2010114782A1

    公开(公告)日:2010-10-07

    申请号:PCT/US2010/029001

    申请日:2010-03-29

    Abstract: A bar code reader (10) includes a housing (20) including one or more transparent windows H, V and defining a housing interior region. As a target object is swiped or presented in relation to the transparent windows an image of the target object is captured. Cameras C1 - C6 have an image capture sensor array with a global shutter is positioned within the housing interior region for capturing an image of a bar code within a camera field of view. All the cameras produce images in a sequential manner during an image frame time period. An image processing system has a processor for decoding a bar code carried by the target object. The processing system responds to signals from a light sensor to terminate object illumination when an adequate image exposure has transpired.

    Abstract translation: 条形码阅读器(10)包括包括一个或多个透明窗口H,V并限定壳体内部区域的壳体(20)。 当目标对象相对于透明窗口被刷新或呈现时,捕获目标对象的图像。 相机C1-C6具有图像捕获传感器阵列,其中全局快门位于壳体内部区域内,用于捕捉相机视场内的条形码图像。 所有相机在图像帧时间段内以顺序的方式产生图像。 图像处理系统具有用于对由目标对象携带的条形码进行解码的处理器。 处理系统响应来自光传感器的信号,以在足够的图像曝光发生时终止对象照明。

    SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR READING AND DECODING OPTICAL CODES USING MULTIPLE COLOR ILLUMINATION
    3.
    发明申请
    SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR READING AND DECODING OPTICAL CODES USING MULTIPLE COLOR ILLUMINATION 审中-公开
    使用多个彩色照明来读取和解码光学代码的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:WO2005008565A1

    公开(公告)日:2005-01-27

    申请号:PCT/US2004/023172

    申请日:2004-07-16

    CPC classification number: G06K7/10851 G06K7/10732

    Abstract: An optical code reading system and method are provided for reading and decoding an optical code. The system includes a plurality of light sources, a color image sensor, a processor and a decoder. Each light source produces a unique wavelength/color of light to illuminate the optical code, such as a direct mark optical code. The image sensor detects the reflected light from the optical code and generates an integrated multi-colored image. The processor separates the integrated image into individual color channels, where each color channel includes data representative of the imaged optical code in one color. The processor analyzes the contrast for each color channel and determines which color channel has the optimum contrast. The data corresponding to the color channel having the optimum contrast is then decoded by a decoder.

    Abstract translation: 提供了用于读取和解码光学代码的光学代码读取系统和方法。 该系统包括多个光源,彩色图像传感器,处理器和解码器。 每个光源产生独特的波长/颜色的光以照亮光学代码,例如直接标记光学代码。 图像传感器检测来自光学代码的反射光并生成整合的多色图像。 处理器将整合图像分成单独的颜色通道,其中每个颜色通道包括表示一种颜色的成像光学代码的数据。 处理器分析每个颜色通道的对比度并确定哪个颜色通道具有最佳对比度。 对应于具有最佳对比度的颜色通道的数据然后由解码器解码。

    IMAGING BAR CODE READER WITH ILLUMINATION CONTROL SYSTEM
    5.
    发明申请
    IMAGING BAR CODE READER WITH ILLUMINATION CONTROL SYSTEM 审中-公开
    成像条码读码器与照明控制系统

    公开(公告)号:WO2009067345A1

    公开(公告)日:2009-05-28

    申请号:PCT/US2008/082964

    申请日:2008-11-10

    CPC classification number: G06K7/10722

    Abstract: The disclosed bar code reader includes an auto-focusing component for rapidly producing in focus images. An imaging system makes use of an aiming pattern that impinges upon the coded indicia of a target. The imaging system includes a light monitoring pixel array and a focusing lens that is fixed with respect to the pixel array for transmitting an image of the target object onto the pixel array. The bar code reader also includes an illumination system comprising one or more light emitting diodes for illuminating the target within a field of view defined by the optical system. A drive circuit coupled to the light emitting diodes of the illumination system including at least one energy storage capacitor for providing an electrical pulse that illuminates the target. A controller selectively energizes the light emitting diodes by discharging the at least one capacitor of the drive circuit.

    Abstract translation: 所公开的条形码读取器包括用于快速产生聚焦图像的自动聚焦部件。 成像系统利用撞击目标的编码标记的瞄准图案。 成像系统包括光监测像素阵列和相对于像素阵列固定的聚焦透镜,用于将目标物体的图像传送到像素阵列上。 条形码阅读器还包括一个照明系统,该照明系统包括一个或多个发光二极管,用于在由光学系统限定的视野内照射目标。 耦合到照明系统的发光二极管的驱动电路,其包括用于提供照亮目标的电脉冲的至少一个储能电容器。 控制器通过对驱动电路的至少一个电容器进行放电来选择性地激励发光二极管。

    SCAN ENGINE INTERFACE
    6.
    发明申请
    SCAN ENGINE INTERFACE 审中-公开
    扫描发动机接口

    公开(公告)号:WO2008150784A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-12-11

    申请号:PCT/US2008/064946

    申请日:2008-05-28

    CPC classification number: G06K7/10

    Abstract: A scan engine (52, 66) for imaging a target object (30) comprises a photosensitive circuitry (58, 76) located within the scan engine (52, 66) for capturing an image reflected from a target object (30) to the scan engine (52, 66). A communication interface (60, 78) is disposed within the scan engine (52, 66) and coupled to the photosensitive circuitry (58, 76) for communicating an undecoded signal (62, 80) to a remote device (14) over a digital serial interface.

    Abstract translation: 用于对目标物体(30)成像的扫描引擎(52,66)包括位于扫描引擎(52,66)内的感光电路(58,76),用于将从目标物体(30)反射的图像捕获到扫描 发动机(52,66)。 通信接口(60,78)设置在扫描引擎(52,66)内并且耦合到感光电路(58,76),用于通过数字信号将未解码的信号(62,80)传送到远程设备(14) 串行接口

    AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SYSTEM FOR IMAGING-BASED BAR CODE READER
    7.
    发明申请
    AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SYSTEM FOR IMAGING-BASED BAR CODE READER 审中-公开
    基于成像条形码读取器的自动曝光系统

    公开(公告)号:WO2007111761A2

    公开(公告)日:2007-10-04

    申请号:PCT/US2007000511

    申请日:2007-01-09

    CPC classification number: G06K7/10722 G06K7/10752

    Abstract: An automatic exposure system for an imaging-based bar code reader. The automatic identification system includes: an aiming apparatus generating a beam to aid in aiming the system at a target object when the system is actuated; an imaging system including a pixel array, a focusing lens to focus an image of the target object onto the pixel array; and an automatic exposure system to determine an integration time for capturing an image of the target object. The automatic exposure system, determines an integration time by: projecting an aiming pattern on the target object and capturing an image of the aiming pattern; determining a target distance from the imaging system to the target object based on a location of the aiming pattern within the captured image; determining a gain-integration time product utilizing an equation wherein the gain-integration time product is a function of a predetermined target image brightness and the target distance; and determining the integration time by selecting a gain value and solving for integration time given the gain-integration time product.

    Abstract translation: 一种基于成像的条码阅读器的自动曝光系统。 所述自动识别系统包括:瞄准装置,当所述系统被致动时,产生光束以帮助将所述系统瞄准目标物体; 包括像素阵列的成像系统,将所述目标物体的图像聚焦到所述像素阵列上的聚焦透镜; 以及自动曝光系统,以确定用于捕获目标对象的图像的积分时间。 自动曝光系统通过以下方式确定积分时间:将瞄准图案投影到目标物体上并捕获瞄准图案的图像; 基于所述捕获图像内的所述瞄准图案的位置,确定从所述成像系统到所述目标对象的目标距离; 使用其中所述增益积分时间乘积是预定目标图像亮度和所述目标距离的函数的方程来确定增益积分时间乘积; 以及通过选择增益值并给出增益积分时间乘积的求积分时间来确定积分时间。

    AUTO-FOCUSING SYSTEM AND METHOD BASED ON DETERMINATION OF AXIAL CHROMATIC ABERRATION
    8.
    发明申请
    AUTO-FOCUSING SYSTEM AND METHOD BASED ON DETERMINATION OF AXIAL CHROMATIC ABERRATION 审中-公开
    自动聚焦系统和基于轴向色泽测定的方法

    公开(公告)号:WO2005024705A1

    公开(公告)日:2005-03-17

    申请号:PCT/US2004/023617

    申请日:2004-07-22

    CPC classification number: G06K7/10811

    Abstract: A system and method utilizing the principles of axial chromatic aberration for auto-focusing an image onto an image sensor are provided. The system and method are particularly suitable for incorporation within an optical code reader. A signal processor analyzes data signals representative of the intensity or magnitude of wavelength components of an impinged image onto the image sensor for determining a value indicative of the focus quality of the impinged image. An actuator controls movement of a lens in accordance with the determination until obtainment of a desired focus quality. A decoder decodes the image having the desired focus quality.

    Abstract translation: 提供了利用轴向色差原理将图像自动聚焦到图像传感器上的系统和方法。 该系统和方法特别适用于并入光学代码阅读器。 信号处理器将表示入射图像的波长分量的强度或幅度的数据信号分析到图像传感器上,以确定表示冲击图像的聚焦质量的值。 执行器根据确定控制透镜的移动,直到获得期望的聚焦质量。 解码器对具有所需焦点质量的图像进行解码。

    BAR CODE READER WITH SPLIT FIELD OF VIEW
    9.
    发明申请
    BAR CODE READER WITH SPLIT FIELD OF VIEW 审中-公开
    条形码阅读器与分割视野

    公开(公告)号:WO2010053682A1

    公开(公告)日:2010-05-14

    申请号:PCT/US2009/061218

    申请日:2009-10-20

    CPC classification number: G06K7/10712 G06K7/10722 G06K7/1096

    Abstract: A multicamera imaging-based bar code reader 10 for imaging a target bar code 30 on a target object 32 features: a housing 20 supporting a plurality of transparent windows H, V and defining an interior region, an imaging system including a plurality of camera assemblies C1 - C3 coupled to an image processing system, each camera assembly of the plurality of camera assemblies being positioned within the housing interior. Each camera assembly includes a sensor array. Light reflecting fold mirrors split light from a given camera assembly into portions that are directed out of the housing to different fields of view. Light bounces from a target in a camera field of view back along said light path to the image capture sensor array.

    Abstract translation: 用于对目标物体32上的目标条形码30进行成像的基于多摄像机成像的条形码读取器10具有:支撑多个透明窗口H,V并限定内部区域的壳体20,包括多个相机组件 耦合到图像处理系统的C1-C3,多个相机组件中的每个相机组件定位在壳体内部。 每个相机组件包括传感器阵列。 光反射折叠镜将来自给定相机组件的光分成从外壳引导到不同视场的部分。 光从照相机视野中的目标反射回所述光路到图像捕获传感器阵列。

    AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE SYSTEM FOR IMAGING-BASED BAR CODE READER

    公开(公告)号:WO2007111761A3

    公开(公告)日:2007-10-04

    申请号:PCT/US2007/000511

    申请日:2007-01-09

    Abstract: An automatic exposure system for an imaging-based bar code reader. The automatic identification system includes: an aiming apparatus generating a beam to aid in aiming the system at a target object when the system is actuated; an imaging system including a pixel array, a focusing lens to focus an image of the target object onto the pixel array; and an automatic exposure system to determine an integration time for capturing an image of the target object. The automatic exposure system, determines an integration time by: projecting an aiming pattern on the target object and capturing an image of the aiming pattern; determining a target distance from the imaging system to the target object based on a location of the aiming pattern within the captured image; determining a gain-integration time product utilizing an equation wherein the gain-integration time product is a function of a predetermined target image brightness and the target distance; and determining the integration time by selecting a gain value and solving for integration time given the gain-integration time product.

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