公开(公告)号：US09513167B2

公开(公告)日：2016-12-06

申请号：US14579832

申请日：2014-12-22

Applicant: Thermo Scientific Portable Analytical Instruments Inc.

Inventor： Michael Derek Hargreaves ,  Timothy M. Pastore ,  Gregory H. Vander Rhodes ,  Brendon D. Tower

IPC: G01N21/00 ,  G01J3/44 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01J3/45 ,  G01N21/35 ,  G01N21/65 ,  G01J3/453

CPC classification number: G01J3/4412 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0283 ,  G01J3/0286 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01J3/44 ,  G01J3/45 ,  G01J3/453 ,  G01J2003/2833 ,  G01N21/35 ,  G01N21/65 ,  G01N2021/3595 ,  G01N2201/0221

Abstract: A spectrometer configurable for field analyses of chemical properties of a material is provided. The spectrometer includes: at least one sensor adapted for providing Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) surveillance and at least another sensor for providing Raman spectroscopy surveillance. The spectrometer can be provided with a user accessible instruction set for modifying a sampling configuration of the spectrometer. A method of determining the most likely composition of a sample by at least two technologies using the spectrometer is also provided.

Abstract translation: 提供了可配置用于材料的化学性质的现场分析的光谱仪。 光谱仪包括：适于提供傅里叶变换红外光谱（FTIR）监视的至少一个传感器和用于提供拉曼光谱监视的至少一个传感器。 光谱仪可以设置有用于修改光谱仪的采样配置的用户可访问指令集。 还提供了通过使用光谱仪的至少两种技术来确定样品的最可能组成的方法。

公开(公告)号：US09494511B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-15

申请号：US13139884

申请日：2009-12-21

Applicant: Steven Wilkins

Inventor： Steven Wilkins

IPC: G06F19/00 ,  G01N21/33 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01N21/03 ,  G01N33/00 ,  G01N21/17 ,  G01S19/14 ,  G01S19/49

CPC classification number: G01N21/33 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01N21/031 ,  G01N33/0004 ,  G01N33/0075 ,  G01N2021/1795 ,  G01N2201/0216 ,  G01N2201/0221 ,  G01S19/14 ,  G01S19/49

Abstract: Apparatus and systems, preferably using UV spectroscopy, for the dynamic and continuous detection and quantification of a range of chemicals, particularly pollutants, in the environment, and to the production of a real-time display or map to display chemical levels in the environment are provided. By providing data packets which combine details of pollutants in the atmosphere with very accurate position and temporal information, and real-time map of pollution is provided.

Abstract translation: 优选使用紫外光谱法的装置和系统用于动态和连续地检测和量化一系列化学品，特别是环境中的污染物，以及生产实时显示或地图以显示环境中的化学物质水平。 提供。 通过提供将大气污染物细节与非常准确的位置和时间信息相结合的数据包，并提供污染实时图。

公开(公告)号：US09494463B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-15

申请号：US14293405

申请日：2014-06-02

Applicant: Thermo Scientific Portable Analytical Instruments Inc.

Inventor： Mark A. Hamilton

IPC: G01J3/04 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/443 ,  G01J3/06

CPC classification number: G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0237 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0289 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/04 ,  G01J3/06 ,  G01J3/443

Abstract: An optical emission spectroscopic (OES) instrument includes a spectrometer, a processor and an adjustable mask controlled by the processor. The adjustable mask defines a portion of an analytical gap imaged by the spectrometer. The instrument automatically adjusts the size and position of an opening in the mask, so the spectrometer images an optimal portion of plasma formed in the analytical gap, thereby improving signal and noise characteristics of the instrument, without requiring tedious and time-consuming manual adjustment of the mask during manufacture or use.

Abstract translation: 光发射光谱（OES）仪器包括光谱仪，处理器和由处理器控制的可调掩模。 可调节掩模定义了由光谱仪成像的分析间隙的一部分。 仪器自动调整面罩开口的尺寸和位置，因此光谱仪将分析间隙中形成的等离子体的最佳部分图像化，从而提高仪器的信号和噪声特性，而不需要繁琐乏味的手动调节 面具在制造或使用过程中。

公开(公告)号：US20160321823A1

公开(公告)日：2016-11-03

申请号：US15106175

申请日：2014-12-22

Applicant: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY

Inventor： Fumio KARASAWA

IPC: G06T7/40 ,  G01J5/60 ,  G01J3/50 ,  H04N5/232 ,  G01J1/42

CPC classification number: H04N5/232 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J1/4214 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/462 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J5/025 ,  G01J5/0265 ,  G01J5/60 ,  G01J2005/0077 ,  G03B17/18 ,  G06T7/90 ,  G06T2207/10024 ,  H04N5/2351 ,  H04N9/07

Abstract: To provide a device, system, and program with which it is possible for photometric information or colorimetric information corresponding to an international industry standard to be accurately measured in a simple manner. In one embodiment, a measurement apparatus (1) includes: an imaging unit (11) that acquires image data of an image; converters (141, 142) that use image data shooting information to convert the image data into data including photometric information or colorimetric information; and an output unit (16) that outputs the photometric information or the colorimetric information obtained by the converters

Abstract translation: 提供能够以简单的方式准确地测量能够与对应于国际工业标准的测光信息或比色信息相关的设备，系统和程序。 在一个实施例中，一种测量装置（1）包括：获取图像的图像数据的成像单元（11） 转换器（141,142），其使用图像数据拍摄信息将图像数据转换成包括光度信息或比色信息的数据; 以及输出单元（16），其输出由转换器获得的测光信息或比色信息

公开(公告)号：USD767424S1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-27

申请号：US29537312

申请日：2015-08-25

Applicant: Thermo Electron Scientific Instruments LLC

Designer： Michael Jablonski ,  Paul S. Zdinak ,  William A. Bayer ,  Taylor A. Powers

CPC classification number: G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0202 ,  G01J3/0291

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a spectrophotometer instrument that includes an arm that can swing between a closed position and an open position which is upward and backward of the lower position and wherein the display is moveable between a position behind the arm to a position to a side of the arm. Thus, the features herein provides the instrument user with positioning features to allow for a superior human factors user experience.

公开(公告)号：US09448114B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-20

申请号：US14702422

申请日：2015-05-01

Applicant: VERIFOOD, LTD.

Inventor： Damian Goldring ,  Dror Sharon ,  Guy Brodetzki ,  Amit Ruf ,  Menahem Kaplan ,  Sagee Rosen ,  Omer Keilaf ,  Uri Kinrot ,  Kai Engelhardt ,  Ittai Nir

IPC: G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/45 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/12 ,  G01J3/26 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01N21/25

CPC classification number: G01J3/108 ,  G01J3/0205 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0259 ,  G01J3/0262 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/12 ,  G01J3/26 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/36 ,  G01J3/45 ,  G01J5/0265 ,  G01J5/10 ,  G01J2003/1226 ,  G01J2003/123 ,  G01J2003/1239 ,  G01N21/255 ,  G01N33/02

Abstract: A spectrometer comprises a plurality of isolated optical channels comprising a plurality of isolated optical paths. The isolated optical paths decrease cross-talk among the optical paths and allow the spectrometer to have a decreased length with increased resolution. In many embodiments, the isolated optical paths comprise isolated parallel optical paths that allow the length of the device to be decreased substantially. In many embodiments, each isolated optical path extends from a filter of a filter array, through a lens of a lens array, through a channel of a support array, to a region of a sensor array. Each region of the sensor array comprises a plurality of sensor elements in which a location of the sensor element corresponds to the wavelength of light received based on an angle of light received at the location, the focal length of the lens and the central wavelength of the filter.

Abstract translation: 光谱仪包括多个隔离光通道，其包括多个隔离光路。 孤立的光路减少光路之间的串扰，并允许光谱仪具有降低的分辨率的长度。 在许多实施例中，隔离的光路包括隔离的平行光路，其允许基本上减小器件的长度。 在许多实施例中，每个隔离的光路从滤光器阵列的滤光片延伸穿过透镜阵列的透镜，通过支撑阵列的通道延伸到传感器阵列的区域。 传感器阵列的每个区域包括多个传感器元件，其中传感器元件的位置对应于基于在该位置接收的光的角度接收的光的波长，透镜的焦距和透镜的中心波长 过滤。

公开(公告)号：US09448112B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-20

申请号：US13931091

申请日：2013-06-28

Applicant: Spectro Scientific, Inc.

Inventor： James Greer ,  Robert J. Guthrie ,  John Coates

IPC: G01N21/00 ,  G01J3/42 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/427 ,  G01N21/03 ,  G01N21/31 ,  G01N21/3577 ,  G01N21/33

CPC classification number: G01J3/42 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/0294 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/427 ,  G01J2003/106 ,  G01N21/0303 ,  G01N21/31 ,  G01N21/33 ,  G01N21/3577

Abstract: A simple and compact apparatus, and a method, for determining the characteristics of a number of fluids used in the truck and automotive industries including coolant, bio-diesel, gas-ethanol and diesel engine fluid (DEF). The apparatus includes a sample container providing optical paths of different lengths for making measurements on a sample. The dual path length design allows the apparatus to capture both NIR and UV spectral ranges. The qualitative and quantitative properties of the fluid under test are compared to test results under normal conditions or to the properties of unused fluid. Two light sources are used within a spectrometer with each source being associated with a different optical path length.

Abstract translation: 用于确定卡车和汽车工业中使用的许多流体的特性的简单且紧凑的装置和方法，包括冷却剂，生物柴油，汽油 - 乙醇和柴油机流体（DEF）。 该装置包括提供不同长度的光路以便对样品进行测量的样品容器。 双路径长度设计允许设备捕获NIR和UV光谱范围。 将待测流体的定性和定量性质与正常条件下的试验结果或未使用流体的性质进行比较。 在光谱仪中使用两个光源，每个光源与不同的光路长度相关联。

公开(公告)号：US09423300B2

公开(公告)日：2016-08-23

申请号：US13925568

申请日：2013-06-24

Applicant: Peter Fuhr

Inventor： Peter Fuhr

IPC: G01R29/08 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01R23/17

CPC classification number: G01J3/0264 ,  G01R23/17 ,  G01R29/0878 ,  G01R29/0892

Abstract: A system and apparatus for: (i) receiving an image of a visually perceptible scene; (ii) sensing the presence and intensity of signals in a selected frequency band, which may include one or more of radio frequency, microwave, infrared, visible and ultraviolet, in part or all of the scene; (iii) displaying the frequency band as a visually distinguishable overlay on the visually perceptible scene; and (iv) indicating whether the signal intensity for a selected frequency interval is changing with passage of time.

Abstract translation: 一种用于：（i）接收视觉可感知场景的图像的系统和装置; （ii）在部分或全部场景中感测所选频带中的信号的存在和强度，其可以包括射频，微波，红外，可见和紫外线中的一个或多个; （iii）在视觉可察觉的场景上将频带显示为视觉上可区分的重叠; 和（iv）指示所选择的频率间隔的信号强度随着时间的推移而改变。

公开(公告)号：US09384542B1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-05

申请号：US14870209

申请日：2015-09-30

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： Jonathan D. Maurer ,  Nicholas U. Christopulos ,  Lee C. Drinan

IPC: G06T7/40 ,  G06T7/00 ,  G06T11/60 ,  H04N5/232 ,  G06Q30/06 ,  H04N1/60

CPC classification number: G06K9/4652 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/52 ,  G01J3/524 ,  G01J2003/466 ,  G06K9/3208 ,  G06K9/38 ,  G06K9/42 ,  G06K9/6202 ,  G06K9/6215 ,  G06Q30/06 ,  G06T7/001 ,  G06T7/11 ,  G06T7/408 ,  G06T7/90 ,  G06T11/60 ,  G06T2207/10024 ,  H04N1/6086 ,  H04N5/23229 ,  H04N5/23293

Abstract: The method and system may be used to provide an indication of a color value for a particular siding sample and to color match a specific siding product to the color value of the siding sample. The system receives a digital image of a siding sample and a desired color value to be matched. A color query module plots this desired color value as a desired color point in a multidimensional color space together with a plurality of color reference points. Each color reference point represents the color value of an existing siding product. The system determines a “distance” between the desired color point and each plotted color reference point within the color space and identifies the siding product associated with the color reference point that is located the shortest distance to the desired color point within the color space.

公开(公告)号：US20160139034A1

公开(公告)日：2016-05-19

申请号：US14657209

申请日：2015-03-13

Applicant: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA

Inventor： Toru MIKAMI

IPC: G01N21/25 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01B11/02 ,  G01J3/44

CPC classification number: G01B11/02 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/4412 ,  G01J2003/284 ,  G01N21/9501 ,  G01N21/95607 ,  G01N2021/95615

Abstract: In accordance with an embodiment, a measurement apparatus includes a library creation unit, a spectral profile acquiring unit, and a measurement unit. The library creation unit creates a library in which a layer stack model is matched to a theoretical profile regarding a pattern of stacked layers. The spectral profile acquiring unit acquires an actual measured profile by applying light to a measurement target pattern obtained when the pattern is actually created. The measurement unit measures the sectional shape of the measurement target pattern by performing fitting of the theoretical profile to the actual measured profile. The layer stack model is created by calculating a feature value that reflects the intensity of reflected light from an interface for each of the layers, determining a priority order of analysis from the feature value, and sequentially performing fitting of the theoretical profile to the measured profile in the determined priority order.

Abstract translation: 根据实施例，测量装置包括库创建单元，光谱轮廓获取单元和测量单元。 库创建单元创建库，其中层堆栈模型与关于层叠图案的理论简档相匹配。 光谱轮廓获取单元通过将光施加到当实际创建图案时获得的测量目标图案来获取实际测量的轮廓。 测量单元通过将理论曲线拟合到实际测量曲线来测量测量目标图案的截面形状。 通过计算反映来自每个层的界面的反射光的强度的特征值来创建层堆叠模型，从特征值确定分析的优先级顺序，并且顺序地将理论分布拟合到测量的轮廓 以确定的优先顺序。