公开(公告)号：US08456419B2

公开(公告)日：2013-06-04

申请号：US12106091

申请日：2008-04-18

Applicant: Andrew Wilson

Inventor： Andrew Wilson

IPC: G06F3/033

CPC classification number: G06F3/0346 ,  G06F3/038 ,  G06F2203/0381 ,  G08C17/00 ,  G08C2201/31 ,  G08C2201/32 ,  G08C2201/41 ,  G08C2201/50

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a system and process that controls a group of networked electronic components using a multimodal integration scheme in which inputs from a speech recognition subsystem, gesture recognition subsystem employing a wireless pointing device and pointing analysis subsystem also employing the pointing device, are combined to determine what component a user wants to control and what control action is desired. In this multimodal integration scheme, the desired action concerning an electronic component is decomposed into a command and a referent pair. The referent can be identified using the pointing device to identify the component by pointing at the component or an object associated with it, by using speech recognition, or both. The command may be specified by pressing a button on the pointing device, by a gesture performed with the pointing device, by a speech recognition event, or by any combination of these inputs.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种使用多模式集成方案来控制一组网络化电子部件的系统和过程，其中来自语音识别子系统的手势识别子系统，采用无线指点装置的手势识别子系统以及也使用指示装置的指点分析子系统， 被组合以确定用户想要控制什么组件以及期望什么控制动作。 在该多模式集成方案中，关于电子部件的期望动作被分解成命令和指示对。 可以使用指示设备来识别该对象，通过使用语音识别或两者来指向组件或与其相关联的对象来识别组件。 命令可以通过按下指示设备上的按钮，通过用指示设备执行的手势，语音识别事件或这些输入的任意组合来指定。

公开(公告)号：US08272837B2

公开(公告)日：2012-09-25

申请号：US12083350

申请日：2006-10-27

Applicant: Barton John Kenyon ,  Nicholas Jerome Reed ,  Andrew Wilson ,  Ian Malcolm Smith

Inventor： Barton John Kenyon ,  Nicholas Jerome Reed ,  Andrew Wilson ,  Ian Malcolm Smith

IPC: F04D29/44 ,  F04D29/54

CPC classification number: F04D17/164 ,  A61M16/0057 ,  A61M16/0066 ,  A61M16/0069 ,  F01D5/225 ,  F04D25/0606 ,  F04D29/023 ,  F04D29/083 ,  F04D29/30 ,  F04D29/4226 ,  F04D29/444 ,  F04D29/601 ,  F04D29/668

Abstract: A single ended or double-ended blower includes a blower motor assembly supporting opposed first and second shaft ends. The first and second shaft ends have respective first and second impellers attached thereto and enclosed within first and second volutes, respectively. The first volute is connected to an inlet and the second volute is connected to an outlet. The blower motor assembly is supported in a chassis enclosure. A radially outer inter-stage path is between the first and second volute. The second volute is at least partially substantially concentrically nested with the radially outer inter-stage gas path.

Abstract translation: 单端或双端鼓风机包括支撑相对的第一和第二轴端的鼓风机电机组件。 第一和第二轴端分别具有相应的第一和第二叶轮并分别包围在第一和第二蜗壳内。 第一个蜗壳连接到一个入口，第二个蜗壳连接到一个出口。 鼓风机电机组件支撑在机箱外壳中。 径向外部的阶段间路径位于第一和第二蜗壳之间。 第二蜗壳至少部分地基本上与径向外部的阶段间气体路径同心地嵌套。

公开(公告)号：US20110306468A1

公开(公告)日：2011-12-15

申请号：US12813702

申请日：2010-06-11

Applicant: Andrew Wilson ,  Mark Stevenson ,  Nicholas Burton ,  William Bryan ,  James Thomas

Inventor： Andrew Wilson ,  Mark Stevenson ,  Nicholas Burton ,  William Bryan ,  James Thomas

IPC: A63B71/00 ,  G06T17/00 ,  H04N7/18

CPC classification number: G06F19/3475 ,  G06F19/00

Abstract: A system and method is disclosed determining caloric burn via an HCI system. Using a capture device which is able to detect the thickness of a user's arms, legs, torso, etc., the system determines a mass for each of a user's body parts. Thereafter, in one example, the system measures caloric burn for a given body part as a function of how far the body part was displaced, a mass of the body part displaced and gravity.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种通过HCI系统确定热量燃烧的系统和方法。 使用能够检测使用者的手臂，腿部，躯干等的厚度的捕获装置，系统确定用户身体部位中的每一个的质量。 此后，在一个示例中，该系统测量给定身体部位的热量燃烧作为身体部位移动多远的一个函数，身体部位的质量被移动和重力。

公开(公告)号：US08030873B2

公开(公告)日：2011-10-04

申请号：US12187926

申请日：2008-08-07

Applicant: Andrew Wilson ,  Andrew Punnoose ,  Katherine Strausser ,  Neil Parikh

Inventor： Andrew Wilson ,  Andrew Punnoose ,  Katherine Strausser ,  Neil Parikh

IPC: B25J5/00

CPC classification number: B25J17/0275 ,  B25J9/102 ,  B62D57/032 ,  Y10T74/1812 ,  Y10T74/18816 ,  Y10T74/20329

Abstract: A mobile robotic unit features a main body, a plurality of legs for supporting the main body on and moving the main body in forward and reverse directions about a base surface, and a drive assembly. According to an exemplary embodiment each leg includes a respective pivotal hip joint, a pivotal knee joint, and a wheeled foot adapted to roll along the base surface. Also according to an exemplary embodiments the drive assembly includes a motor operatively associated with the hip and knee joints and the wheeled foot for independently driving pivotal movement of the hip joint and the knee joint and rolling motion of the wheeled foot. The hip joint may include a ball-and-socket-type joint interconnecting top portion of the leg to the main body, such that the hip joint is adapted to pivot said leg in a direction transverse to a forward-and-reverse direction.

Abstract translation: 可移动机器人单元具有主体，多个腿，用于将主体支撑在基体表面上并沿着前后方向移动主体，以及驱动组件。 根据示例性实施例，每个腿部包括相应的枢转髋关节，枢转膝关节和适于沿着基部表面滚动的轮式脚。 还根据示例性实施例，驱动组件包括与髋关节和膝关节相接合的马达和用于独立地驱动髋关节和膝关节的枢转运动和轮式脚的滚动运动的轮式脚的马达。 髋关节可以包括将腿的顶部与主体相互连接的球窝式接头，使得髋关节适于在横向于前后方向的方向上枢转所述腿。

公开(公告)号：US07998743B2

公开(公告)日：2011-08-16

申请号：US11934008

申请日：2007-11-01

Applicant: Eric T. Fung ,  John Cooke ,  Fujun Zhang ,  Andrew Wilson

Inventor： Eric T. Fung ,  John Cooke ,  Fujun Zhang ,  Andrew Wilson

IPC: G01N33/00 ,  G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G01N33/66 ,  G01N33/6893 ,  G01N2333/4737 ,  G01N2333/70539 ,  G01N2333/8139 ,  G01N2800/323

Abstract: The invention provides biomarkers including β-2-microglobulin, Cystatin C, hsCRP and glucose as well as methods for using the biomarkers for diagnosing and/or assessing the risk of peripheral artery disease in a subject. In some embodiments, the subject being tested may be suffering from or at risk of other circulatory diseases, including coronary artery disease. Hemoglobin A1c or other proxies for measuring glucose levels may be substituted for or measured in addition to glucose in the context of the present invention.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了生物标志物，包括β-微球蛋白，半胱氨酸蛋白酶抑制剂C，hsCRP和葡萄糖，以及使用生物标志物诊断和/或评价受试者外周动脉疾病风险的方法。 在一些实施方案中，被测试的受试者可能患有或具有其他循环系统疾病（包括冠状动脉疾病）的风险。 在本发明的上下文中，血红蛋白A1c或其他用于测量葡萄糖水平的代用品可以替代葡萄糖或测量葡萄糖。

公开(公告)号：US07919891B2

公开(公告)日：2011-04-05

申请号：US12888858

申请日：2010-09-23

Applicant: Andrew Wilson ,  Andrew Punnoose ,  Katherine Strausser ,  Neil Parikh

Inventor： Andrew Wilson ,  Andrew Punnoose ,  Katherine Strausser ,  Neil Parikh

IPC: H02K51/00 ,  H02K16/02 ,  H02K7/116

CPC classification number: H02K49/106 ,  F16H3/72

Abstract: A directed flux motor described utilizes the directed magnetic flux of at least one magnet through ferrous material to drive different planetary gear sets to achieve capabilities in six actuated shafts that are grouped three to a side of the motor. The flux motor also utilizes an interwoven magnet configuration which reduces the overall size of the motor. The motor allows for simple changes to modify the torque to speed ratio of the gearing contained within the motor as well as simple configurations for any number of output shafts up to six. The changes allow for improved manufacturability and reliability within the design.

Abstract translation: 所描述的定向磁通电动机利用通过铁质材料的至少一个磁体的定向磁通量来驱动不同的行星齿轮组，以实现六个致动轴的能力，这三个致动轴分为三个到电动机的一侧。 磁通电动机还利用交织磁体结构，其减小了电动机的整体尺寸。 电机允许简单的更改来修改电机内所含传动装置的扭矩与转速比，以及任意数量的输出轴达到六个的简单配置。 这些变化允许在设计中提高可制造性和可靠性。

公开(公告)号：US20110007142A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-13

申请号：US12500251

申请日：2009-07-09

Applicant: Kathryn Stone Perez ,  Alex Kipman ,  Nicholas D. Burton ,  Andrew Wilson

Inventor： Kathryn Stone Perez ,  Alex Kipman ,  Nicholas D. Burton ,  Andrew Wilson

IPC: H04N7/18 ,  G06K9/46

CPC classification number: G06T13/80 ,  A63F13/213 ,  A63F13/42 ,  G06F3/011 ,  G06F3/017

Abstract: Using facial recognition and gesture/body posture recognition techniques, a system can naturally convey the emotions and attitudes of a user via the user's visual representation. Techniques may comprise customizing a visual representation of a user based on detectable characteristics, deducting a user's temperament from the detectable characteristics, and applying attributes indicative of the temperament to the visual representation in real time. Techniques may also comprise processing changes to the user's characteristics in the physical space and updating the visual representation in real time. For example, the system may track a user's facial expressions and body movements to identify a temperament and then apply attributes indicative of that temperament to the visual representation. Thus, a visual representation of a user, such as an avatar or fanciful character, can reflect the user's expressions and moods in real time.

Abstract translation: 使用面部识别和手势/身体姿势识别技术，系统可以通过用户的视觉表示自然地传达用户的情绪和态度。 技术可以包括基于可检测的特征定制用户的视觉表示，从可检测的特征中扣除用户的气质，以及将指示气质的属性实时地应用于视觉表示。 技术还可以包括处理对物理空间中的用户特征的改变并且实时地更新视觉表示。 例如，系统可以跟踪用户的面部表情和身体动作以识别气质，然后将指示该气质的属性应用于视觉表示。 因此，用户的视觉表示，例如化身或幻想角色，可以实时反映用户的表情和情绪。

公开(公告)号：US20100105479A1

公开(公告)日：2010-04-29

申请号：US12256747

申请日：2008-10-23

Applicant: Andrew Wilson ,  Steven Michael Beeman

Inventor： Andrew Wilson ,  Steven Michael Beeman

IPC: A63F11/00

CPC classification number: A63F13/211 ,  A63F13/10 ,  A63F13/213 ,  A63F13/428 ,  A63F2300/105 ,  A63F2300/1087 ,  A63F2300/6045 ,  G06F3/017 ,  G06F3/0325 ,  G06F3/0346

Abstract: Orientation in an external reference is determined. An external-frame acceleration for a device is determined, the external-frame acceleration being in an external reference frame relative to the device. An internal-frame acceleration for the device is determined, the internal-frame acceleration being in an internal reference frame relative to the device. An orientation of the device is determined based on a comparison between a direction of the external-frame acceleration and a direction of the internal-frame acceleration.

公开(公告)号：US20100078303A1

公开(公告)日：2010-04-01

申请号：US12240017

申请日：2008-09-29

Applicant: Glen C. Larsen ,  Michael R. Schweers ,  Steven N. Bathiche ,  Andrew Wilson ,  Jonathan Knight ,  David Zucker ,  Kurt A. Jenkins

Inventor： Glen C. Larsen ,  Michael R. Schweers ,  Steven N. Bathiche ,  Andrew Wilson ,  Jonathan Knight ,  David Zucker ,  Kurt A. Jenkins

IPC: H01H13/70

CPC classification number: H01H13/83 ,  H01H3/125 ,  H01H13/705 ,  H01H2215/006 ,  H01H2219/02 ,  H01H2219/03 ,  H01H2221/07 ,  H01H2223/003 ,  H01H2235/018

Abstract: Mechanical architecture for providing maximum viewing area on key button tops of keys for a user input device. The viewing area is for the display of information on the key buttons, and also includes tactile feedback similar to standard laptop keyboards, all using low cost manufacturing methods such as injection molding. The architecture optimizes an aperture through the core of the key switch assembly in order to project an image through the aperture and onto the display area of the key button. The architecture relocates in at least one embodiment the tactile feedback mechanism (e.g., dome assembly) out from underneath the key button to the perimeter or side of the key switch assembly. The architecture finds particular application to input devices such as keyboards, game pods, data entry device, etc., that operate in combination with an optical surface (e.g., wedge lens).

Abstract translation: 机械结构，用于为用户输入设备的按键按键顶部提供最大观看面积。 观看区域用于显示关键按钮上的信息，还包括类似于标准笔记本电脑键盘的触觉反馈，均采用低成本制造方法，如注塑成型。 该架构通过键开关组件的芯体优化光圈，以便通过光圈将投影图像投影到按键的显示区域上。 该架构在至少一个实施例中将触觉反馈机构（例如，圆顶组件）从按键按钮下方移出到键开关组件的周边或侧面。 该架构特别适用于与光学表面（例如，楔形透镜）结合操作的输入设备，例如键盘，游戏盒，数据输入设备等。

公开(公告)号：US20090271691A1

公开(公告)日：2009-10-29

申请号：US12109727

申请日：2008-04-25

Applicant: A. J. Brush ,  Katherine Everitt ,  Meredith Morris ,  Andrew Wilson

Inventor： A. J. Brush ,  Katherine Everitt ,  Meredith Morris ,  Andrew Wilson

IPC: G06F17/00

CPC classification number: G06F17/30011

Abstract: Various embodiments facilitate linking physical documents to digital documents. Links link physical documents to digital documents. Using a sensor, the physical documents are automatically detected and identified on a digital workspace. A computer is capable of displaying graphics, and user interaction with displayed graphics can be detected. The digital workspace displays a GUI component having one or more controls, and the GUI component is displayed at a location relative to a physical document on the digital workspace. User interaction with the control is detected and either a link between the physical document and one of the digital documents is edited, or an existing link between the physical document and a digital document is used to perform an operation on the digital document. Alternatively or additionally, links may be automatically generated digital documents determined to be implicitly related to the physical document.

Abstract translation: 各种实施例有助于将物理文档连接到数字文档。 链接物理文档到数字文档。 使用传感器，物理文档将在数字工作区自动检测和识别。 计算机能够显示图形，并且可以检测与显示的图形的用户交互。 数字工作区显示具有一个或多个控件的GUI组件，并且GUI组件显示在相对于数字工作区上的物理文档的位置。 检测到与控件的用户交互，并且物理文档和其中一个数字文档之间的链接被编辑，或者使用物理文档和数字文档之间的现有链接来对数字文档执行操作。 或者或另外，可以自动生成确定为与物理文档隐含相关的数字文档的链接。