公开(公告)号：US07420680B2

公开(公告)日：2008-09-02

申请号：US11281766

申请日：2005-11-16

Applicant: Colman Shannon ,  David Slocum ,  Michael Vrhel

Inventor： Colman Shannon ,  David Slocum ,  Michael Vrhel

IPC: G01N21/25 ,  H01L21/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01J3/465 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2003/467

Abstract: A method for determining the optimal colorant thicknesses for integral CIE color-matching filters is provided. According to a computational study, a four band filter of the present invention provides a best approximation to the CIE XYZ color-matching functions with the least cost.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于确定整体CIE色匹配滤光片的最佳着色剂厚度的方法。 根据计算研究，本发明的四频带滤波器以最小的成本提供对CIE XYZ颜色匹配函数的最佳近似。

公开(公告)号：US20080192235A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-14

申请号：US12062399

申请日：2008-04-03

Applicant: Yasuhiro KOMIYA ,  Toru WADA ,  Osamu KONNO ,  Takeyuki AJITO ,  Tomoyuki NAKAMURA

Inventor： Yasuhiro KOMIYA ,  Toru WADA ,  Osamu KONNO ,  Takeyuki AJITO ,  Tomoyuki NAKAMURA

IPC: G01N21/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/32 ,  A61B5/0013 ,  A61B5/0088 ,  A61B5/02 ,  A61C13/082 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0224 ,  G01J3/0262 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/501 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J3/524 ,  H04N5/2256 ,  H04N9/045 ,  H04N13/15 ,  H04N2209/043 ,  H04N2209/044

Abstract: An image processing system is used for dentistry. Upon creating a false tooth of a patient (59), a plurality of illuminating light of LEDs with different wavelengths emit light and a photographing apparatus (1A) photographs a tooth portion of the patient (59), thereby obtaining image data. The image data is sent to a dentistry filing system (2A) serving as a processing apparatus, and color reproducing data is obtained by calculation. The color reproducing data is sent to a dentistry factory (55) via a public line. Data is searched from a database (56) for calculating a ceramic compounding ratio, compound data of the ceramic false tooth is obtained, matching the color of the tooth portion of the patient (59), and the false tooth approximate to the tooth color of the patient (59) is created.

Abstract translation: 图像处理系统用于牙科。 在产生患者的假牙（59）时，具有不同波长的LED的多个照明光发光，并且摄影装置（1A）拍摄患者（59）的牙齿部分，从而获得图像数据。 将图像数据发送到用作处理装置的牙科文件系统（2A），并通过计算获得颜色再现数据。 彩色再现数据通过公共线路发送到牙科工厂（55）。 从数据库（56）中搜索用于计算陶瓷配合比的数据，获得陶瓷假牙的化合物数据，匹配患者（59）的牙齿部分的颜色，以及与牙齿颜色近似的假牙 创建患者（59）。

公开(公告)号：US20080180671A1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-31

申请号：US11698715

申请日：2007-01-25

Applicant: Len-Li Kevin Lim ,  Ken A. Nishimura

Inventor： Len-Li Kevin Lim ,  Ken A. Nishimura

IPC: G01N21/25

CPC classification number: G01N21/27 ,  G01J1/0488 ,  G01J1/32 ,  G01J3/506 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513

Abstract: In one embodiment, light having a first spectrum is filtered from a mixed light. Light having a second spectrum, different from the first spectrum, is also filtered from the mixed light. An intensity of the light having the first spectrum, and an intensity of the light having the second spectrum, are then sensed. From the sensed intensities of the lights having the first and second spectrums, an intensity of light having a third spectrum is estimated.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，从混合光过滤具有第一光谱的光。 具有与第一光谱不同的第二光谱的光也从混合光中滤出。 然后感测具有第一光谱的光的强度和具有第二光谱的光的强度。 从具有第一和第二光谱的光的感测强度估计具有第三光谱的光的强度。

公开(公告)号：US07394543B2

公开(公告)日：2008-07-01

申请号：US11179350

申请日：2005-07-12

Applicant: Blake G. Crowther

Inventor： Blake G. Crowther

IPC: G01N21/25

CPC classification number: G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0262 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2003/1239

Abstract: The present invention features a fiber optic imaging system for generating a customized spectral response comprising (a) an optional optical source for generating optical energy, (b) an optical system for focusing multi spectral optical energy to form a focal surface; (b) a fiber optic element for conveying the optical energy, wherein the fiber optic element has an input end optically coupled to the focal surface to receive the optical energy and an output end to transmit the conveyed optical energy; and (c) a spectral filter optically coupled to at least one of the input and output ends of the fiber optic element, wherein the spectral filter has a filter passband configured to provide the fiber optic element with a pre-determined wavelength transmittance capacity, such that only pre-determined wavelengths of the optical energy are transmitted through the output end, thus achieving a customized spectral response. The fiber optic imaging system may further comprise an imaging array optically coupled to the output end of the fiber optic element and configured to gather the transmitted optical energy and to convert it into a data signal corresponding to an image based on the customized spectral response. An example of this type of configuration is a spectrometer.

Abstract translation: 本发明的特征在于一种用于产生定制光谱响应的光纤成像系统，包括（a）用于产生光能的可选光源，（b）用于聚焦多光谱光能以形成焦面的光学系统; （b）用于传送光能的光纤元件，其中所述光纤元件具有光学耦合到所述焦面以接收所述光能的输入端和输出端以传送所输送的光能; 和（c）光纤耦合到所述光纤元件的输入端和输出端中的至少一个的频谱滤波器，其中所述频谱滤波器具有被配置为向所述光纤元件提供预定波长透射能力的滤波器通带， 仅通过输出端传输光能量的预定波长，从而实现定制的光谱响应。 光纤成像系统还可以包括光学耦合到光纤元件的输出端的成像阵列，并且被配置为收集所传输的光能并且基于定制的光谱响应将其转换成对应于图像的数据信号。 这种配置的一个例子是光谱仪。

公开(公告)号：US07388182B2

公开(公告)日：2008-06-17

申请号：US11651289

申请日：2007-01-09

Applicant: Kenneth Schofield ,  Mark L Larson ,  Keith J Vadas

Inventor： Kenneth Schofield ,  Mark L Larson ,  Keith J Vadas

IPC: G01J1/32

CPC classification number: G01J3/36 ,  B60Q1/1423 ,  B60Q2300/054 ,  B60Q2300/056 ,  B60Q2300/21 ,  B60Q2300/312 ,  B60Q2300/314 ,  B60Q2300/41 ,  B60Q2300/42 ,  B60R2001/1223 ,  B60S1/0822 ,  B60S1/0844 ,  B60S1/087 ,  G01J1/0488 ,  G01J1/4228 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G06K9/00791

Abstract: An image sensing system for a vehicle includes an imaging sensor comprising a two-dimensional array of light sensing photosensor elements, preferably formed on a semiconductor substrate, and a logic and control circuit comprising an image processor for processing image data derived from the imaging sensor. The logic and control circuit generates at least one control output for controlling at least one light of the vehicle. The imaging sensor is disposed at an interior portion of the vehicle proximate the windshield of the vehicle and has a forward field of view to the exterior of the vehicle through an area of the windshield. The at least one control output preferably controls at least one of (i) a beam state of a headlight; (ii) a beam aim of a headlight; (iii) a beam pattern of a headlight and (iv) a beam intensity of a headlight.

Abstract translation: 一种用于车辆的图像感测系统包括：成像传感器，包括优选地形成在半导体衬底上的光感测光敏元件的二维阵列;以及包括用于处理从成像传感器导出的图像数据的图像处理器的逻辑和控制电路。 逻辑和控制电路产生用于控制车辆的至少一个光的至少一个控制输出。 成像传感器设置在靠近车辆挡风玻璃的车辆的内部，并且具有通过挡风玻璃的区域到车辆外部的前视场。 所述至少一个控制输出优选地控制（i）前灯的光束状态中的至少一个; （ii）大灯的光束瞄准; （iii）头灯的光束图案和（iv）前灯的光束强度。

公开(公告)号：US20080111055A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-15

申请号：US11806825

申请日：2007-06-04

Applicant: Norikazu Sakai ,  Mitsuo Shimizu

Inventor： Norikazu Sakai ,  Mitsuo Shimizu

IPC: G01J1/32

CPC classification number: G01J1/32 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0411 ,  G01J1/0488 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G03G15/0435 ,  H04N1/484

Abstract: A light source control apparatus includes a light quantity detection unit that respectively detects light quantities of three color light emitted from a light source part, a light quantity ratio calculation unit that calculates light quantity ratios of reflection light detected by the light quantity detection unit, a determination unit that, when the light quantity detection unit detects light quantities of respective reference of the lights emitted from the light source part, determines whether or not the light quantity ratios calculated by the light quantity ratio calculation unit are within a predetermined range, and a light quantity ratio adjustment unit that respectively adjusts the light quantity ratios of the lights emitted from the light source part on the basis of the light quantity of the reference light corresponding to green emitted from the light source part, in correspondence with the result of determination by the determination unit.

Abstract translation: 光源控制装置包括分别检测从光源部发射的三色光的光量的光量检测单元，计算由光量检测单元检测的反射光的光量比的光量比计算单元， 确定单元，当光量检测单元检测从光源部分发射的光的各个基准的光量时，确定由光量比计算单元计算的光量比是否在预定范围内，并且 光量比调节单元，根据与从光源部发出的绿色对应的基准光的光量，分别调整从光源部发出的光的光量比， 确定单元。

公开(公告)号：US20080080026A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-03

申请号：US11535382

申请日：2006-09-26

Applicant: Lalit K. Mestha ,  Peter M. Gulvin ,  Pinyen Lin ,  Yao Rong Wang

Inventor： Lalit K. Mestha ,  Peter M. Gulvin ,  Pinyen Lin ,  Yao Rong Wang

IPC: H04N1/46

CPC classification number: H04N1/46 ,  G01J1/4223 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/26 ,  G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/36 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J3/52 ,  G01J3/524 ,  H04N1/6033

Abstract: A Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) based Fabry-Perot array may be used as a spectral filter to light sensing array, such as a CCD or CMOS photodetector. Applying different voltages to the electrodes of individual Fabry-Perot cells within the array allows a gradient in the Fabry-Perot air gap across the Fabry-Perot array. In this manner the MEMS Fabry-Perot array serves as a spectral filter of light passing through the Fabry-Perot array to the photodetector array. Embodiments of the disclosed sensor, used with LEDs that emit light outside the photosensitivity range of a photoreceptor belt, may be used to measure spectral information from toned patches placed upon a photoreceptor belt within a marking system. Other embodiments of the disclosed sensor, used with LEDs that emit light of any wavelength, may be used to measure spectral information from toned patches placed by a marking system upon a non-photosensitive output substrate, such as an intermediate belt or paper.

Abstract translation: 基于微机电系统（MEMS）的法布里 - 珀罗阵列可用作光传感阵列的光谱滤波器，例如CCD或CMOS光电探测器。 对阵列中的单个法布里 - 珀罗细胞的电极施加不同的电压允许跨法布里 - 珀罗阵列的法布里 - 珀罗气隙的梯度。 以这种方式，MEMS法布里 - 珀罗阵列用作通过法布里 - 珀罗阵列到光电检测器阵列的光的光谱滤波器。 所公开的传感器的实施例，与在感光带的光敏度范围外发出光的LED一起使用，可用于测量放置在标记系统内的感光带上的调色片的光谱信息。 与发射任何波长的光一起使用的所公开的传感器的其它实施例可用于测量由标记系统放置在非光敏输出基底（例如中间带或纸）上的调色贴片的光谱信息。

公开(公告)号：US20080068597A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-20

申请号：US11775236

申请日：2007-07-10

Applicant: Ming-Dah Liu ,  Yu-Chuan Wen ,  Chia-Hung Hsu

Inventor： Ming-Dah Liu ,  Yu-Chuan Wen ,  Chia-Hung Hsu

IPC: G01J1/10

CPC classification number: G01J1/4228 ,  G01J1/0488 ,  G01J1/18 ,  G01J1/32 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2001/4252

Abstract: To control chroma and brightness in a backlight module, a plurality of reference values of a plurality of monochromatic light beams are provided, and a brightness reference value is provided for the light formed of the monochromatic light beams. Then, a plurality of first light signals of the monochromatic light beams, and a second light signal of the light formed of the monochromatic light beams are sensed and compared with the reference values and the brightness reference value, respectively. Finally, the monochromatic light beams outputted by the plurality of LEDs is calibrated according to a comparison result of the plurality of first light signals with the plurality of reference values and a comparison result of the second light signal with the brightness reference value.

Abstract translation: 为了控制背光模块中的色度和亮度，提供多个单色光束的多个参考值，并且为由单色光束形成的光提供亮度基准值。 然后，分别检测单色光束的多个第一光信号和由单色光束形成的光的第二光信号，并将其与基准值和亮度基准值进行比较。 最后，根据具有多个参考值的多个第一光信号的比较结果和第二光信号与亮度参考值的比较结果，校准由多个LED输出的单色光束。

公开(公告)号：US07345764B2

公开(公告)日：2008-03-18

申请号：US11050692

申请日：2005-02-07

Applicant: Vladimir Bulovic ,  Conor Madigan ,  Ioannis Kymissis

Inventor： Vladimir Bulovic ,  Conor Madigan ,  Ioannis Kymissis

IPC: G01N21/25

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0259 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/12 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2003/1217 ,  G01N2021/3166 ,  G01N2021/3177

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and method for a compact, rugged, and inexpensive spectrometer that will make possible a range of new applications for optical spectroscopy including point-of-care medical devices, personal monitors, and ubiquitous environmental sensing. Embodiments of the disclosure include silicon photodetectors where incident light passes through a layer of an inexpensive, absorbing thin film. In one embodiment, one or more photodetectors may be used where a series of absorbing thin film layers are passed over the photodetectors. In another embodiment, an absorbing thin film layer is placed over one or more photodetectors where the absorptivity of the thin film layer is different for each photodetector.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于紧凑，坚固且便宜的光谱仪的设备和方法，其将使得可用于光谱的一系列新应用，包括护理医疗设备，个人监视器和普遍存在的环境感测。 本公开的实施例包括硅光电检测器，其中入射光通过廉价的吸收薄膜的层。 在一个实施例中，可以使用一系列吸收薄膜层通过光电检测器的一个或多个光电检测器。 在另一个实施例中，将吸收薄膜层放置在一个或多个光电检测器上，其中薄膜层的吸收率对于每个光电检测器是不同的。

公开(公告)号：US20080048099A1

公开(公告)日：2008-02-28

申请号：US11775503

申请日：2007-07-10

Applicant: Shoji NAGAI ,  Kentaro Odaka ,  Yoshihito Ishibashi ,  Fumio Kubono

Inventor： Shoji NAGAI ,  Kentaro Odaka ,  Yoshihito Ishibashi ,  Fumio Kubono

IPC: G01J1/42

CPC classification number: G09B5/06 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2003/466 ,  G09B5/125

Abstract: The present invention provides an information processing device, having a power generating element for converting light into power, for performing processing responsive to an environment in which a wavelength of illuminating light changes. The device includes a plurality of power generating elements whose power generating efficiencies are deflected with respect to light having different predetermined wavelengths, respectively; a plurality of voltage detecting sections for detecting voltages of power generated by the plurality of power generating elements, respectively; a determining section for determining any of the plurality of power generating elements, whose power generating efficiency is different relative to the others on the basis of the respective detected voltages of the plurality of power generating elements, to determine a surrounding environment on the basis of a determination result; and a processing section for performing processing responsive to the determined surrounding environment.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种信息处理装置，其具有用于将光转换成电力的发电元件，用于响应于照明光的波长变化的环境进行处理。 该装置包括多个发电元件，其发电效率分别相对于具有不同预定波长的光而偏转; 多个电压检测部，用于分别检测由所述多个发电元件产生的电力的电压; 确定部分，用于基于多个发电元件的相应检测电压来确定其发电效率相对于其它发电元件的任何一个发电元件，以基于多个发电元件的相应检测电压来确定周围环境 确定结果; 以及处理部分，用于响应于确定的周围环境执行处理。