公开(公告)号：US20090218504A1

公开(公告)日：2009-09-03

申请号：US11918314

申请日：2006-04-11

Applicant: Maria-Guglielmina Pelizzo ,  Piergiorgio Nicolosi ,  Paolo Ceccherini

Inventor： Maria-Guglielmina Pelizzo ,  Piergiorgio Nicolosi ,  Paolo Ceccherini

IPC: G01J1/42

CPC classification number: G01J1/429 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/0488 ,  G02B5/0236 ,  G02B5/0278 ,  G02B5/285

Abstract: A radiometer for measuring the total effective UV radiance of the type comprising, in an optical pathway sequence, a diffuser, an interference filter and a detector. Said interference filter comprises a plurality of alternating layers of magnesium fluoride and zirconium oxide, where the diffuser/interference filter/detector system has a spectral response equivalent to the erythema action curve CIE.

Abstract translation: 一种辐射计，用于测量在光学路径序列中包括漫射器，干涉滤光器和检测器的类型的总有效UV辐射度。 所述干涉滤波器包括氟化镁和氧化锆的多个交替层，其中扩散器/干涉滤光器/检测器系统具有与红斑作用曲线CIE相当的光谱响应。

公开(公告)号：US20090213601A1

公开(公告)日：2009-08-27

申请号：US12265773

申请日：2008-11-06

Applicant: Paul E. Clugston, JR.

Inventor： Paul E. Clugston, JR.

IPC: B60Q1/00

CPC classification number: B60H1/0075 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0418 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J1/4204 ,  G01J2001/4266

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a sensor that detects external ambient light energy for automatically controlling vehicle headlights while also detecting solar loading within a vehicle passenger compartment for automatically controlling interior climate. The integrated circuit comprises a signal amplifier and a photodetector adapted for receiving ambient light energy. The integrated circuit produces a solar output signal having a first gain and a twilight output signal having a second gain, such that the spectral response of the sensor is dictated primarily by the spectral response of the photodetector. A transmissive layer covers the sensor, and the neutral density diffuser is disposed between the transmissive layer and the integrated circuit and lacks any pigments that would prevent light energy from reaching the photodetector at an undiminished level of intensity.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种传感器，其检测用于自动控制车辆前灯的外部环境光能，同时还检测用于自动控制内部气候的车辆乘客舱内的太阳能负载。 集成电路包括信号放大器和适于接收环境光能的光电检测器。 集成电路产生具有第一增益和具有第二增益的暮光输出信号的太阳能输出信号，使得传感器的光谱响应主要由光电检测器的光谱响应决定。 透射层覆盖传感器，并且中性密度扩散器设置在透射层和集成电路之间，并且缺少防止光能以不降低的强度水平到达光电检测器的任何颜料。

公开(公告)号：US20080231958A1

公开(公告)日：2008-09-25

申请号：US11895955

申请日：2007-08-28

Applicant: Edward S. Fry ,  Joseph A. Musser ,  Jeffrey Katz ,  William C. Merka ,  George W. Kattawar ,  Zheng Lu

Inventor： Edward S. Fry ,  Joseph A. Musser ,  Jeffrey Katz ,  William C. Merka ,  George W. Kattawar ,  Zheng Lu

IPC: G02B5/02 ,  B27N3/02

CPC classification number: G02B5/021 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0425 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J2001/0481 ,  G02B5/0268 ,  G02B5/0284

Abstract: The invention relates an apparatus and method for forming a diffuse reflector. In one embodiment of the invention, a diffuse reflector is formed by exposing transmissive particles of a pre-determined purity to pressure and forming a material having desired diffuse reflective properties. The transmissive particles may further be thermally treated, such as by sintering, to form material having desired diffuse reflective properties. The treated transmissive particles may then be disposed in a vessel and define a cavity therein to form an integrated cavity diffuse reflector.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于形成漫反射器的装置和方法。 在本发明的一个实施例中，通过将预定纯度的透射颗粒暴露于压力并形成具有期望的漫反射特性的材料来形成漫反射器。 透射颗粒可以进一步被热处理，例如通过烧结，以形成具有所需漫反射特性的材料。 经处理的透射颗粒然后可以设置在容器中并且在其中限定空腔以形成集成的腔漫反射器。

公开(公告)号：US20080203274A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-28

申请号：US12000017

申请日：2007-12-06

Applicant: Martin Jeitner

Inventor： Martin Jeitner

IPC: G01J1/20

CPC classification number: G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J2001/4266

Abstract: Solar sensors are used, e.g., for generating a signal for controlling air conditioning systems in motor vehicles. To accomplish this, it is necessary that the signal is representative of the so-called solar load independent of angle of incidence of sunbeams. For this purpose, the sunbeams striking the solar sensor must be appropriately scattered. This is achieved by applying a layer of hollow microbeads to the interior of the housing of the solar sensor.

Abstract translation: 使用太阳能传感器，例如用于产生用于控制机动车辆中的空调系统的信号。 为了实现这一点，信号有必要代表所谓的太阳负载，而与太阳光束的入射角无关。 为此目的，射入太阳能传感器的阳光必须适当分散。 这通过将一层中空微珠施加到太阳能传感器的壳体的内部来实现。

公开(公告)号：US07397562B2

公开(公告)日：2008-07-08

申请号：US11475717

申请日：2006-06-26

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

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

IPC: G01J3/51

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J1/0411 ,  G01J1/0437 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/06 ,  G01J1/44 ,  G01J3/0205 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0216 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0227 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0251 ,  G01J3/0259 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0275 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/0283 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513

Abstract: A method for determining spectral characteristics of an object is disclosed. A probe is positioned in proximity relative to the object and provides light to a surface of the object and receives light from the object. One or more critical heights are defined below which no specularly refelcted light is received and propagated. Prior to positioning the probe in proximity relative to the object, a plurality of position-sensitive calibration/normalization reference and a plurality of calibration/normalization measurements are taken with the probe at a plurality of predetermined positions with respect to the calibration/normalization reference. The intensity of light received is determined in a plurality of spectral bands with one or more measurements. The spectral characteristics of the object are determined based on the one or more measurements and based on data taken from one or more of the calibration/normalization measurements.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于确定物体的光谱特性的方法。 探针相对于物体定位在邻近处，并且向对象的表面提供光并接收来自物体的光。 下面定义了一个或多个关键的高度，其中没有镜面反射光被接收和传播。 在将探针定位在相对于物体附近之前，多个位置敏感的校准/归一化参考和多个校准/归一化测量在探针相对于校准/归一化参考的多个预定位置处被采集。 在具有一个或多个测量的多个光谱带中确定所接收的光的强度。 基于一个或多个测量并且基于从一个或多个校准/归一化测量获取的数据来确定对象的光谱特性。

公开(公告)号：US06943342B2

公开(公告)日：2005-09-13

申请号：US10853541

申请日：2004-05-25

Applicant: Jon H. Bechtel ,  Harold C. Ockerse

Inventor： Jon H. Bechtel ,  Harold C. Ockerse

IPC: G01N21/17 ,  B60R1/08 ,  G01J1/02 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J1/46 ,  G01J5/08 ,  G02B5/02 ,  G02B17/08 ,  H01L31/12 ,  H01J5/02

CPC classification number: G02B5/021 ,  B60R1/088 ,  B60R1/12 ,  B60S1/0822 ,  B60S1/0833 ,  B60S1/0885 ,  G01J1/02 ,  G01J1/0209 ,  G01J1/0219 ,  G01J1/0228 ,  G01J1/0266 ,  G01J1/0271 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0403 ,  G01J1/0407 ,  G01J1/0411 ,  G01J1/0422 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/18 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J1/46 ,  G01J2001/4266 ,  G02B5/0215 ,  G02B5/0221 ,  G02B5/0242 ,  G02B5/0278 ,  G02B19/0028 ,  G02B19/0076

Abstract: The inventive sensor device includes a support structure, a sensing element mounted on the support substrate for sensing optical radiation and generating an electrical output signal in response thereto, and an encapsulant encapsulating the sensing element on the support structure. The encapsulant being configured to define a lens portion for focusing incident optical radiation onto an active surface of the sensing element, and an optical radiation collector portion surrounding the lens portion for collecting and redirecting optical radiation that is not incident the lens portion onto the active surface of the sensing element. The collector portion may be a parabolic reflector that reflects incident light by total internal reflection. The sensor device may be incorporated into an assembly including a diffuser positioned across an aperture, and/or may be incorporated into a vehicle accessory such as a rearview mirror assembly.

Abstract translation: 本发明的传感器装置包括支撑结构，安装在支撑基板上的感测元件，用于感测光辐射并响应于此产生电输出信号，以及将感测元件封装在支撑结构上的密封剂。 密封剂被配置为限定用于将入射光辐射聚焦到感测元件的有效表面上的透镜部分，以及围绕透镜部分的光学辐射收集器部分，用于收集并重定向未入射到透镜部分的有源表面的光学辐射 的传感元件。 收集器部分可以是通过全内反射来反射入射光的抛物面反射器。 传感器装置可以结合到包括跨过孔的扩散器的组件中，和/或可以被结合到诸如后视镜组件的车辆附件中。

公开(公告)号：US20040227056A1

公开(公告)日：2004-11-18

申请号：US10438513

申请日：2003-05-15

Applicant: CeramOptec Industries, Inc.

Inventor： Wolfgang Neuberger ,  Stefan Spaniol

IPC: G01J001/32

CPC classification number: G01J1/08 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0425 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/32 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J2001/4247

Abstract: Briefly stated, the present invention discloses a novel device that automatically calibrates and adjusts the intensity, dosage, and other parameters of a radiation delivery system and radiation source based on selected or detected radiation delivery systems. Such radiation delivery systems include optical fiber systems, and any type of diffuser, as well as bare fiber tips. The functions of a radiation source and a calibration device are combined by storing the characteristics of a wide variety of delivery system types and brands and calibrating the radiation based on those stored characteristics. In a preferred embodiment, a calibration sheath is provided that fits over a delivery system, such as a bare fiber tip or a diffuser at the distal end of a fiber, to both protect the system during calibration and direct output radiation to a detector. In another embodiment, one or more detectors are situated on the interior surface of the calibration sheath to directly measure at least a preselected portion of the emitted radiation. Power readings are directed to a calibration subsystem from the detector or detectors, which then adjusts the emitted power to conform to desired treatment parameters. The need for different calibration devices based on the characteristics of the delivery system is alleviated.

Abstract translation: 简而言之，本发明公开了一种基于选定或检测的辐射传播系统自动校准和调整辐射传播系统和辐射源的强度，剂量和其它参数的新型装置。 这种辐射递送系统包括光纤系统和任何类型的扩散器以及裸光纤尖端。 辐射源和校准装置的功能通过存储各种传送系统类型和品牌的特性并基于这些存储的特性来校准辐射来组合。 在优选实施例中，提供了一种校准护套，其配合在诸如光纤末端处的裸光纤尖端或扩散器之类的传送系统上，以在校准期间保护系统并且将直接输出辐射传输到检测器。 在另一个实施例中，一个或多个检测器位于校准护套的内表面上，以直接测量所发射的辐射的至少预选部分。 功率读数从检测器或检测器引导到校准子系统，然后检测器或检测器调整发射功率以符合所需的治疗参数。 基于输送系统的特性对不同校准装置的需求得到缓解。

公开(公告)号：US20040217266A1

公开(公告)日：2004-11-04

申请号：US10853541

申请日：2004-05-25

Inventor： Jon H. Bechtel ,  Harold C. Ockerse

IPC: H01J003/14 ,  G01J001/34

CPC classification number: G02B5/021 ,  B60R1/088 ,  B60R1/12 ,  B60S1/0822 ,  B60S1/0833 ,  B60S1/0885 ,  G01J1/02 ,  G01J1/0209 ,  G01J1/0219 ,  G01J1/0228 ,  G01J1/0266 ,  G01J1/0271 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0403 ,  G01J1/0407 ,  G01J1/0411 ,  G01J1/0422 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/18 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J1/46 ,  G01J2001/4266 ,  G02B5/0215 ,  G02B5/0221 ,  G02B5/0242 ,  G02B5/0278 ,  G02B19/0028 ,  G02B19/0076

Abstract: The inventive sensor device includes a support structure, a sensing element mounted on the support substrate for sensing optical radiation and generating an electrical output signal in response thereto, and an encapsulant encapsulating the sensing element on the support structure. The encapsulant being configured to define a lens portion for focusing incident optical radiation onto an active surface of the sensing element, and an optical radiation collector portion surrounding the lens portion for collecting and redirecting optical radiation that is not incident the lens portion onto the active surface of the sensing element. The collector portion may be a parabolic reflector that reflects incident light by total internal reflection. The sensor device may be incorporated into an assembly including a diffuser positioned across an aperture, and/or may be incorporated into a vehicle accessory such as a rearview mirror assembly.

Abstract translation: 本发明的传感器装置包括支撑结构，安装在支撑基板上的感测元件，用于感测光辐射并响应于此产生电输出信号，以及将感测元件封装在支撑结构上的密封剂。 密封剂被配置为限定用于将入射光辐射聚焦到感测元件的有效表面上的透镜部分，以及围绕透镜部分的光学辐射收集器部分，用于收集并重定向未入射到透镜部分的有源表面的光学辐射 的传感元件。 收集器部分可以是通过全内反射来反射入射光的抛物面反射器。 传感器装置可以结合到包括跨过孔的扩散器的组件中，和/或可以被结合到诸如后视镜组件的车辆附件中。

公开(公告)号：US06278120B1

公开(公告)日：2001-08-21

申请号：US09301485

申请日：1999-04-28

Applicant: Joe T. May

Inventor： Joe T. May

IPC: G01J104

CPC classification number: G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0271 ,  G01J1/0437 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/0488 ,  G01J1/429 ,  G01J2001/0276

Abstract: A UV sensor design which virtually eliminates solarization effects on optical components and photodetector and is effective for both broad area and collimated light sources. The sensor design reduces the number of photons striking a unit area of any of the materials in the light path sensitive to UV light to a level which does not produce appreciable solarization over very long periods of time. The UV sensor has as the first optical element in the viewing path a UV transmitting, extremely low solarization window. The back surface of this window is frosted to produce some diffusion of the UV rays. A small metal disc with a very small aperture is the next optical element and reduces the total amount of energy admitted to the optical measurement system. A second frosted UV transmitting, extremely low solarization window further diffuses the light beam passing through the aperture. The UV light from this second window travels toward to two UV filters and is further dispersed to produce low intensity level UV light which impinges on a silicon photodetector.

Abstract translation: 紫外线传感器设计，实际上消除了对光学部件和光电检测器的日晒效应，对广域和准直光源都是有效的。 传感器设计可减少光子对UV光敏感的光路中任何材料的单位面积的数量，使其在不长时间内不会产生明显的日晒。 UV传感器作为观察路径中的第一个光学元件，具有UV透射，极低的日光窗口。 这个窗口的后表面是磨砂的，以产生一些紫外线的扩散。 具有非常小孔径的小金属盘是下一个光学元件，并且减少了进入光学测量系统的能量的总量。 第二次结霜的紫外线透射极低的太阳化窗口进一步扩散通过光圈的光束。 来自该第二窗口的紫外线向着两个紫外线过滤器移动，并进一步分散以产生撞击在硅光电检测器上的低强度水平的紫外光。

公开(公告)号：US06005249A

公开(公告)日：1999-12-21

申请号：US40441

申请日：1998-03-18

Applicant: Douglass R. Hayes, Jr. ,  Vernon R. Goodrich ,  William R. Brinley, Jr. ,  Patrick J. Neale

Inventor： Douglass R. Hayes, Jr. ,  Vernon R. Goodrich ,  William R. Brinley, Jr. ,  Patrick J. Neale

IPC: G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J5/08

CPC classification number: G01J1/429 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0444 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0205 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0235 ,  G01J5/08 ,  G01J5/0862 ,  G01J5/0865 ,  G01J5/0878 ,  G01J1/0488 ,  G01J2001/0485 ,  G01J2001/4266

Abstract: An optical pathway of a scanning spectral radiometer for a continuous monitoring of spectral radiation employs a diffuser having an upper source directed surface and a lower sensor directed surface for diffusing radiation incident on the upper surface and transmitting the diffused radiation. An occulting ring laterally surrounds the diffuser. A filter receives the diffused radiation from the light diffuser and passes a predetermined wavelength range. A photodetector is positioned to receive the filtered radiation. The photodetector is positioned at one end of an optical path, with a diffuser being positioned at the other end of the optical path. A collimator is provided between the diffuser and the photodetector, with the optical path extending through the collimator.

Abstract translation: 用于连续监测光谱辐射的扫描光谱辐射计的光学路径使用具有上源指向表面和下传感器指向表面的漫射器，用于扩散入射在上表面上的辐射并透射扩散的辐射。 遮蔽环横向围绕扩散器。 滤光器接收来自光扩散器的漫射辐射并通过预定的波长范围。 光电检测器被定位成接收经过滤的辐射。 光电检测器位于光路的一端，漫射器位于光路的另一端。 在漫射器和光电检测器之间提供准直器，光路延伸穿过准直器。