公开(公告)号：US11614613B2

公开(公告)日：2023-03-28

申请号：US17190400

申请日：2021-03-03

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Garrett A. Newby ,  Gina M. Hartman

IPC: G02B23/24

Abstract: Embodiments of video inspection systems with moveably dockable camera control units (CCUs) which may include a display are disclosed. In one embodiment, a video inspection system includes two frame elements which each have a handle. The frame elements may be moved into multiple positions and orientations relative to each other and provide a secure stand for a CCU. The CCU may be attached and detached from the frame elements. The handles may be used to carry the frame elements with or without the CCU attached. The handles may be slip resistant to provide a stable support for a CCU when the frame elements are positioned on a surface. Docking apparatus are provided to allow a CCU, tablet, pad, laptop, or smartphone to be attached to the frame elements and put in a variety of positions or orientations to make viewing convenient for a user.

公开(公告)号：US20230038357A1

公开(公告)日：2023-02-09

申请号：US17815387

申请日：2022-07-27

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  David C. Parsons ,  Andrew P. Corvin ,  Alexander L. Warren

IPC: F16L55/46 ,  B66D1/30 ,  B66D1/36 ,  H04N5/225

Abstract: Cable storage drum-reels, methods and systems are provided for deploying and retracting at least one push-cable with a distally mounted camera into and out of a pipe or cavity for applications such as plumbing and underground utility location. In an exemplary embodiment, a cable storage drum may include a centrally mounted axially projecting hub, and a housing to removably receive and rotatably support the cable storage drum. The housing may include an inside portion, and an outside portion with a front face and a rear face. The front face has an opening and is sloped inward toward the inside portion of the drum allowing a push-cable to be directed as desired into the cable storage drum and around the drum-reel. One or more cable guide points may be included for providing additional directional guidance of the push-cable into the drum and onto the hub.

公开(公告)号：US11418761B2

公开(公告)日：2022-08-16

申请号：US16588896

申请日：2019-09-30

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Nicholas A. Smith ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Scott A. Powell

IPC: H04N7/18 ,  H04N5/232 ,  H04N5/225 ,  H04N5/265 ,  G03B15/03 ,  G03B17/08 ,  G03B17/56 ,  G03B37/00 ,  G03B37/04 ,  G01N21/954 ,  G03B17/55

Abstract: Camera head apparatus, systems, and methods for providing wide angle/panoramic images and/or video of the interior of pipes or other cavities using multiple imaging and illumination modules are disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US11178317B1

公开(公告)日：2021-11-16

申请号：US17098680

申请日：2020-11-16

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Alexander L. Warren ,  Mark S. Olsson

IPC: H04N5/225 ,  G03B17/55

Abstract: Compact camera heads as used in inspection systems having improved thermal extraction architectures are disclosed. Methods for assembling a camera head and associated components having improved thermal extraction architectures are also disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US20210278660A1

公开(公告)日：2021-09-09

申请号：US17190400

申请日：2021-03-03

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Garrett A. Newby ,  Gina M. Hartman

IPC: G02B23/24

Abstract: Embodiments of video inspection systems with moveably dockable camera control units (CCUs) which may include a display are disclosed. In one embodiment, a video inspection system includes two frame elements which each have a handle. The frame elements may be moved into multiple positions and orientations relative to each other and provide a secure stand for a CCU. The CCU may be attached and detached from the frame elements. The handles may be used to carry the frame elements with or without the CCU attached. The handles may be slip resistant to provide a stable support for a CCU when the frame elements are positioned on a surface. Docking apparatus are provided to allow a CCU, tablet, pad, laptop, or smartphone to be attached to the frame elements and put in a variety of positions or orientations to make viewing convenient for a user.

公开(公告)号：US10528074B1

公开(公告)日：2020-01-07

申请号：US15811509

申请日：2017-11-13

Applicant: SeeScan Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Ray Merewether ,  Loni M. Heyenbruch ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Amos H. Jessup ,  Michael J. Martin ,  George L. Jemmott

IPC: G05G5/05 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  G06F3/01 ,  G05G9/047

Abstract: Various finger tip controlled manual interface devices that can be used as inputs to personal computers, electromechanical systems and video game consoles utilize concentrically arranged magnets. The polarities of the magnets are oriented to provide restoration forces on a one of the magnets to bias it toward a neutral position. A magnetic sensor including a plurality of sensing elements such as Hall effect devices generates output signals representative of direction and amount of movement of the magnet that is biased to the neutral position.

公开(公告)号：US12250497B1

公开(公告)日：2025-03-11

申请号：US18617345

申请日：2024-03-26

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Nicholas A. Smith ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Scott A. Powell

IPC: H04N7/18 ,  G03B15/03 ,  G03B17/08 ,  G03B17/56 ,  G03B37/00 ,  G03B37/04 ,  H04N5/265 ,  H04N23/45 ,  H04N23/50 ,  H04N23/51 ,  H04N23/56 ,  H04N23/63 ,  H04N23/698 ,  G01N21/954 ,  G03B17/55

Abstract: Camera head apparatus, systems, and methods for providing wide angle/panoramic images and/or video of the interior of pipes or other cavities using multiple imaging and illumination modules are disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US12153205B1

公开(公告)日：2024-11-26

申请号：US18121547

申请日：2023-03-14

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Garrett A. Newby ,  Gina M. Hartman

IPC: G02B23/24

Abstract: Embodiments of video inspection systems with moveably dockable camera control units (CCUs) which may include a display are disclosed. In one embodiment, a video inspection system includes two frame elements which each have a handle. The frame elements may be moved into multiple positions and orientations relative to each other and provide a secure stand for a CCU. The CCU may be attached and detached from the frame elements. The handles may be used to carry the frame elements with or without the CCU attached. The handles may be slip resistant to provide a stable support for a CCU when the frame elements are positioned on a surface. Docking apparatus are provided to allow a CCU, tablet, pad, laptop, or smartphone to be attached to the frame elements and put in a variety of positions or orientations to make viewing convenient for a user.

公开(公告)号：US11962943B1

公开(公告)日：2024-04-16

申请号：US17868709

申请日：2022-10-10

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Nicholas A. Smith ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Scott A. Powell

IPC: H04N7/18 ,  G03B15/03 ,  G03B17/08 ,  G03B17/56 ,  G03B37/00 ,  G03B37/04 ,  H04N5/225 ,  H04N5/232 ,  H04N5/265 ,  H04N23/45 ,  H04N23/50 ,  H04N23/51 ,  H04N23/56 ,  H04N23/63 ,  H04N23/698 ,  G01N21/954 ,  G03B17/55

CPC classification number: H04N7/183 ,  G03B15/03 ,  G03B17/08 ,  G03B17/561 ,  G03B37/005 ,  G03B37/04 ,  H04N5/265 ,  H04N23/45 ,  H04N23/50 ,  H04N23/51 ,  H04N23/56 ,  H04N23/63 ,  H04N23/698 ,  G01N21/954 ,  G03B17/55 ,  G03B2215/0542 ,  G03B2215/0567 ,  G03B2215/0571 ,  H04N23/555

Abstract: Camera head apparatus, systems, and methods for providing wide angle/panoramic images and/or video of the interior of pipes or other cavities using multiple imaging and illumination modules are disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US20240027646A1

公开(公告)日：2024-01-25

申请号：US18354926

申请日：2023-07-19

Applicant: SeeScan, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  Michael P. Nichols

IPC: G01V15/00 ,  H04R5/033 ,  H04R1/10 ,  G10L15/22 ,  G10L15/18 ,  G06F3/16 ,  G06F3/0484 ,  H04R1/08

CPC classification number: G01V15/00 ,  H04R5/033 ,  H04R1/1083 ,  G10L15/22 ,  H04R1/1008 ,  H04R1/1041 ,  G10L15/18 ,  G06F3/167 ,  G06F3/0484 ,  H04R1/08 ,  H04R2460/13 ,  H04R2420/07 ,  H04R2460/01 ,  G10L2015/088

Abstract: Systems and methods for annotating, also known as tagging, visually identifiable objects using natural language (i.e. spoken voice) are provided. More specifically, but not exclusively, this disclosure relates to systems and methods for tagging identified objects related to underground utilities and assets, and communication systems. Once tagged, data representing identified objects can be stored, transmitted, and/or mapped. In an exemplary embodiment, a utility service worker or other personnel may walk or drive around an area of interest using utility locating equipment or systems to collect data. As data is being collected, the user may visually identify utility related or other items using a laser pointer, and then use their voice to tag items of interest. A headset including a microphone may be provided for capturing the user's voice. Hardware and/or software may be provided for processing tagged items, and relating them to a specific location, and/or utility asset.