公开(公告)号：US07018204B2

公开(公告)日：2006-03-28

申请号：US09872071

申请日：2001-06-01

Applicant: Wayne D. Jung ,  Russell W. Jung ,  Alan R. Loudermilk

Inventor： Wayne D. Jung ,  Russell W. Jung ,  Alan R. Loudermilk

IPC: A61C19/10

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  A61B5/4547 ,  A61B2560/0233 ,  A61B2562/247 ,  A61C19/04 ,  A61C19/10 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01N21/474 ,  G01N21/57 ,  G06F19/00

Abstract: Color measuring systems and methods such as for determining the color or other characteristics of teeth are disclosed. Perimeter receiver fiber optics are spaced apart from a central source fiber optic and receive light reflected from the surface of the object/tooth being measured. Light from the perimeter fiber optics pass to a variety of filters. The system utilizes the perimeter receiver fiber optics to determine information regarding the height and angle of the probe with respect to the object/tooth being measured. Under processor control, the color measurement may be made at a predetermined height and angle. Various color spectral photometer arrangements are disclosed. Translucency, fluorescence and/or surface texture data also may be obtained. Audio feedback may be provided to guide operator use of the system. The probe may have a removable or shielded tip for contamination prevention. A method of producing dental prostheses based on measured data also is disclosed. Measured data also may be stored and/or organized as part of a patient data base.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于确定牙齿的颜色或其他特性的颜色测量系统和方法。 周边接收器光纤与中心光纤光纤分开，并接收被测物体/齿表面反射的光。 来自周边光纤的光通过各种滤光片。 该系统利用周边接收器光纤来确定关于探头相对于被测量物体/齿的高度和角度的信息。 在处理器控制下，可以以预定的高度和角度进行颜色测量。 公开了各种颜色光谱光度计布置。 也可以获得半透明度，荧光和/或表面纹理数据。 可以提供音频反馈以指导操作者使用该系统。 探头可能具有可移除或屏蔽的尖端，以防止污染。 还公开了一种基于测量数据生产牙科假体的方法。 测量的数据也可以存储和/或组织为患者数据库的一部分。

公开(公告)号：US20060045331A1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-02

申请号：US10538202

申请日：2003-12-04

Applicant: Chin Chang

Inventor： Chin Chang

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: H04N1/48 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/465 ,  G01J3/501 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J2003/467 ,  H04L65/80 ,  H04L69/10 ,  H04L69/28 ,  H04L69/40

Abstract: RGB filter set and color estimation performance for RGB LED color sensing is provided. A criteria function describing an error between desired color matching functions and a spectral response of an RGB filter set is constructed. RGB filter set response characteristics based on the criteria function are then determined. Finally, color estimation parameters for substantially optimal color estimation with the RGB filter set are determined based upon the determined RGB filter set response characteristics. Computer readable code for constructing a criteria function is provided. Computer readable code for determining RGB filter set response characteristics is also provided. Finally, computer readable code for determining color estimation parameters is provided.

公开(公告)号：US20060018535A1

公开(公告)日：2006-01-26

申请号：US10897879

申请日：2004-07-22

Applicant: Chin Oon ,  Selvan Maniam ,  Yoke Boay ,  Kean Keh

Inventor： Chin Oon ,  Selvan Maniam ,  Yoke Boay ,  Kean Keh

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: H04N9/73 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/465 ,  H04N1/60

Abstract: Method and apparatus for duplicating a target color and changing a color of an object to match the target color. A first color sensor measures the target color. A color projection mechanism selectively changes the color of the object. A color matching mechanism is coupled to the first color sensor for receiving the target color. Based on the target color, the color matching mechanism controls the color projection mechanism to change the color of the object to match the target color.

公开(公告)号：US20050264794A1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-01

申请号：US11136774

申请日：2005-05-25

Applicant: Charles Inzinna ,  Adam Tatusko

Inventor： Charles Inzinna ,  Adam Tatusko

IPC: A45D44/00 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J5/60

CPC classification number: G01J3/46 ,  A45D44/005 ,  A45D2044/007 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01J3/463

Abstract: A computer implemented method and system for determining the formula or formulas of haircoloring agents to be used in the process of coloring hair, including the steps of receiving input on the current color, state, and desired color of the hair, and using a database of haircoloring formulas to determine the coloring agents to be used, quantities of such coloring agents, application time of such coloring agents, and refreshing options that can be applied to the hair to treat and correct faded hair ends. The computer in some embodiments is portable, and includes a processor, an electronic storage means in which the haircolor formula database is stored, and software that defines the process by which the correct haircolor formula is determined. The computer software determines the best formula and process steps to be taken to achieve the desired haircolor.

Abstract translation: 一种计算机实现的方法和系统，用于确定在毛发着色过程中使用的发型剂的配方或配方，包括以下步骤：接收关于毛发的当前颜色，状态和期望颜色的输入，并使用数据库 确定所使用的着色剂，这样的着色剂的量，这种着色剂的施用时间，以及可用于头发以治疗和纠正褪色的头发末端的刷新选择的调理配方。 在一些实施例中，计算机是便携式的，并且包括处理器，其中存储发色公式数据库的电子存储装置，以及定义确定正确的发色公式的处理的软件。 计算机软件确定了要实现所需发色的最佳配方和工艺步骤。

公开(公告)号：US06947130B2

公开(公告)日：2005-09-20

申请号：US09880612

申请日：2001-06-13

Applicant: Kenji Mukai ,  Toshio Mori ,  Yoshio Manabe ,  Yoshinori Ootaka ,  Masaaki Hama

Inventor： Kenji Mukai ,  Toshio Mori ,  Yoshio Manabe ,  Yoshinori Ootaka ,  Masaaki Hama

IPC: G01J3/50 ,  F21V3/04 ,  F21V13/02 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/52 ,  G01N21/25 ,  H01J61/44 ,  G01J1/00

CPC classification number: G01J1/32 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/465 ,  G01N21/25 ,  G01N21/255 ,  H01J61/44

Abstract: In evaluating whiteness of light from a light source or a luminaire, whiteness W is given by the following equation, W=−5.3C+100, wherein chroma C is determined by the CIE 1997 Interim Color Appearance Model (Simple Version).

Abstract translation: 在评估来自光源或照明器的光的白度时，白度W由下式给出：<？in-line-formula description =“In-line Formulas”end =“lead”？> W = -5.3C + 100，<？in-line-formula description =“在线公式”end =“tail”？>其中色度C由CIE 1997中期色彩外观模型（简单版本）确定。

公开(公告)号：US06900471B1

公开(公告)日：2005-05-31

申请号：US10412888

申请日：2003-04-14

Applicant: Markus Wicke ,  Christian Hacker ,  Burkard Wiesmann ,  Joachim Reill

Inventor： Markus Wicke ,  Christian Hacker ,  Burkard Wiesmann ,  Joachim Reill

IPC: G01J3/46 ,  H01L33/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01N2201/0627

Abstract: Method for defining the color group of an LED which emits mixed-color, in particular white, light. The CIE color space is divided by means of a network with two sets of intersecting network lines, one set being provided by a set of Judd straight lines and the other set by the line for the color loci of a Planckian radiator and also the associated lines of constant threshold value deviation, so that the network has a plurality of network cells bounded by network lines. The color locus of the LED is determined, and the network cell is determined in which the color locus of the LED is located. The LED is assigned to the color group of the network cell.

Abstract translation: 用于定义发射混合色，特别是白光的LED的颜色组的方法。 CIE色彩空间由具有两组相交网络线的网络划分，一组由一组Judd直线提供，另一组由用于普朗克斯散热器的色轨的线设置，另一组由相关线 具有恒定阈值偏差，使得网络具有由网络线限定的多个网络小区。 确定LED的颜色轨迹，确定LED的颜色轨迹所在的网络单元。 LED被分配给网络单元的颜色组。

公开(公告)号：US20050071104A1

公开(公告)日：2005-03-31

申请号：US10673688

申请日：2003-09-29

Applicant: R. Viturro ,  Lalit Mestha

Inventor： R. Viturro ,  Lalit Mestha

IPC: G01M99/00 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G03G15/00 ,  H04N1/00 ,  H04N1/60 ,  G01M19/00

CPC classification number: H04N1/6055 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G03G15/5062 ,  G03G2215/00042 ,  H04N1/00002 ,  H04N1/00015 ,  H04N1/00031 ,  H04N1/00045 ,  H04N1/00053 ,  H04N1/00063 ,  H04N1/00068 ,  H04N1/00087 ,  H04N1/0009

Abstract: What is disclosed is a method for maintaining consistent color output across printers even when the inline sensors have differences in accuracy due to various technical and environmental factors. A spectrophotometer is used to measure the color quality of printed references. Adjustments are then iteratively made until reference charts of desired color quality are obtained. The printed reference allows one to achieve relatively high system performance by removing sensor inaccuracies. Using the printed reference measured by the inline sensor control systems of each machine are calibrated. At customer sites and at suitable intervals, a reference document can be read using the inline sensor on a reference machine and any differences from expected values can be calibrated out. The present method is also applicable to other color management functions such as memory color and automatic profile generations using inline/offline sensors and can be used for determining reference values while calibrating control systems of printers over a wide range of applications.

Abstract translation: 所公开的是一种用于在打印机之间保持一致的颜色输出的方法，即使由于各种技术和环境因素，在线传感器的精度差异也是如此。 分光光度计用于测量印刷品的颜色质量。 然后重复进行调整，直到获得所需颜色质量的参考图。 打印的参考文献可以通过消除传感器的不准确性来实现相对较高的系统性能。 使用通过每台机器的在线传感器控制系统测量的打印参考进行校准。 在客户现场并以适当的间隔，可以使用参考机器上的内联传感器读取参考文档，并且可以校准与预期值的任何差异。 本方法还适用于使用内联/离线传感器的其它色彩管理功能，如存储器颜色和自动配置文件，并且可用于在广泛应用中校准打印机的控制系统时确定参考值。

公开(公告)号：US20050030538A1

公开(公告)日：2005-02-10

申请号：US10912394

申请日：2004-08-05

Applicant: Rizal Jaffar ,  Len Li Lim ,  Joon Lee

Inventor： Rizal Jaffar ,  Len Li Lim ,  Joon Lee

IPC: A47L5/24 ,  A47L9/10 ,  A47L9/20 ,  G01J1/32 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01N21/25

CPC classification number: G01J3/46 ,  G01J1/32 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/465 ,  G01J3/502 ,  G01J3/51

Abstract: Optical feedback for controlling color of light from a light source is provided. Incident optical energy of the light is detected as a function of discrete steps of wavelength. For each discrete step of wavelength, an X, Y and Z tristimulus subvalue is produced. All the X, Y and Z tristimulus subvalues for all the discrete steps are summed together to produce an X, Y and Z tristimulus value for the light. The X, Y and Z tristimulus values are used as feedback in controlling color of the light generated by the light source.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于控制来自光源的光的颜色的光反馈。 作为波长的离散步长的函数检测光的入射光能。 对于波长的每个离散步长，产生X，Y和Z三刺激子值。 所有离散步骤的所有X，Y和Z三刺激子值被总结在一起以产生光的X，Y和Z三刺激值。 X，Y和Z三刺激值用作控制由光源产生的光的颜色的反馈。

公开(公告)号：US06788412B2

公开(公告)日：2004-09-07

申请号：US10273067

申请日：2002-10-17

Applicant: Bruno Pfister

Inventor： Bruno Pfister

IPC: G01J346

CPC classification number: G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0289 ,  G01J3/52 ,  G01J3/524

Abstract: A two dimensional color pattern which at each point has a definite and unique color value is reproduced on a measurement surface by way of a computer controlled display device for the optical marking of a target region on the measurement surface captured by a color measuring device. The color measuring device is aimed at the measurement surface and the color value of the target region captured by the color measuring device is measured. The coordinates of the target region on the measurement surface are calculated from the measured color value and an optical marker which visually indicates the location of the target region on the measurement surface is reproduced at that location on the measurement surface as defined by the calculated coordinates of the target region. Alignment of the color measurement device is simplified and made possible without the need for laser pointers or cameras.

Abstract translation: 通过计算机控制的显示装置在测量表面上再现在每个点具有确定且唯一的颜色值的二维彩色图案，用于通过彩色测量装置拍摄的测量表面上的目标区域的光学标记。 色彩测量装置针对测量表面，测量由测色装置拍摄的目标区域的颜色值。 根据测量的颜色值计算测量表面上的目标区域的坐标，并且在由测量表面上的目标区域的位置在视觉上指示测量表面上的位置的光学标记被再现在测量表面上的该位置处，如由所计算的坐标 目标区域。 颜色测量装置的对准被简化并且可以实现，而不需要激光指示器或照相机。

公开(公告)号：US06786726B2

公开(公告)日：2004-09-07

申请号：US09918056

申请日：2001-07-30

Applicant: Maryann Lehmann ,  Curtis A. Vock

Inventor： Maryann Lehmann ,  Curtis A. Vock

IPC: A61C510

CPC classification number: G06F19/3425 ,  A01K2217/05 ,  A61C19/00 ,  C07K14/705 ,  C07K16/18 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G06F19/321 ,  G06F19/325 ,  G06F19/3418 ,  G06F19/3475 ,  G06F19/3481 ,  G16H10/60 ,  G16H50/50 ,  G16H80/00 ,  Y10S715/971

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for restoration of a patient's tooth. An electronic image of a patient's tooth or tooth preparation is generated in a dentist's office by the dentist. The image includes color information of the tooth preparation or of the patient's tooth shade. The electronic image is forwarded to a dental laboratory by direct computer link or e-mail. A technician at the laboratory evaluates the image and suggests restorative options to the dentist, including whether further tooth preparation is required. The technician also selects the appropriate restoration tooth shade(s) so that the dental prosthesis matches the color of the patient's tooth. The laboratory then manufactures the prosthesis utilizing a plurality of porcelain coatings. If desired, an image of the prosthesis can be generated in the laboratory and forwarded to the dentist for verification of color and/or fit prior to finalizing manufacture of the prosthesis.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于恢复患者牙齿的方法。 由牙科医生在牙医诊所生成患者牙齿或牙齿准备的电子图像。 该图像包括牙齿准备物的颜色信息或患者的牙齿遮蔽物的颜色信息。 电子图像通过直接计算机链接或电子邮件转发到牙科实验室。 实验室的技术人员评估图像，并向牙医提出修复选择，包括是否需要进一步的牙齿准备。 技术人员还选择适当的修复牙齿，以使牙科假体与患者牙齿的颜色相匹配。 实验室然后使用多个瓷器制造假体。 如果需要，可以在实验室中产生假体的图像，并且在完成假体的制造之前转发给牙医以验证颜色和/或贴合。