公开(公告)号：US07697135B1

公开(公告)日：2010-04-13

申请号：US11624182

申请日：2007-01-17

Applicant: Richard A. Yarussi ,  Martin Ebert

Inventor： Richard A. Yarussi ,  Martin Ebert

IPC: G01J3/28

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0278

Abstract: An optical metrology system collects spectral data while scanning over the focal range. The spectral data is evaluated to determine a plurality of peak intensity values for wavelengths in the spectra. The peak intensities are then combined to form the measured spectrum for the sample, which can then be used to determine the sample properties of interest. In one embodiment, the peak intensity is determined based on the measured maximum intensity and a number n of intensity values around the measured maximum intensity, e.g., using curve fitting. If desired, the number n may be varied as a function of wavelength to vary the effective spot size of the metrology system while optimizing noise performance. The peak intensity may also be derived as the measured maximum intensity or through a statistical analysis.

Abstract translation: 光学测量系统在扫描焦距范围时收集光谱数据。 评估光谱数据以确定光谱中波长的多个峰强度值。 然后将峰强度组合以形成样品的测量光谱，然后可以将其用于确定感兴趣的样品性质。 在一个实施例中，基于所测量的最大强度和围绕测量的最大强度的强度值的数量n，例如使用曲线拟合来确定峰值强度。 如果需要，数量n可以随着波长的变化而变化，以改变测量系统的有效光斑尺寸，同时优化噪声性能。 峰值强度也可以作为测量的最大强度或统计分析得出。

公开(公告)号：US20100067009A1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-18

申请号：US12211395

申请日：2008-09-16

Applicant: Steven H. Peterson ,  Peter G. Vander Jagt ,  David A. Salyer

Inventor： Steven H. Peterson ,  Peter G. Vander Jagt ,  David A. Salyer

IPC: G01J3/46

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/0289 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/524 ,  G01J2001/4242 ,  G01N21/276 ,  G01N21/57 ,  G01N2021/556 ,  G01N2201/0627 ,  G01N2201/1244

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a point-of-purchase (POP) spectrophotometer for open-viewing of a color sample. The POP spectrophotometer includes a housing assembly containing an illumination optical system and an imaging optical system in desired orientation. Also provided is at least one of a second illumination optical system, a sheen detection system, and a camera system. The housing assembly includes a chassis in secure arrangement with a plurality of supports that define a target plane having a target location and that space the chassis therefrom. The chassis is configured to position the illumination, imaging, sheen detection, and/or camera systems in desired orientations relative to the target location and each other. The POP spectrophotometer can include an alignment device and/or targeting optics for facilitating user-identification of the target location, and means can be provided to enhance insensitivity to ambient light and/or depth variation of the color sample.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了一种用于彩色样品的开放观察的购买点（POP）分光光度计。 POP分光光度计包括包含照明光学系统和具有期望取向的成像光学系统的壳体组件。 还提供了第二照明光学系统，光泽检测系统和相机系统中的至少一个。 壳体组件包括具有多个支撑件的牢固结构的底盘，所述多个支撑件限定具有目标位置的目标平面并且使其具有空间。 底盘被配置为相对于目标位置和彼此将照明，成像，光泽检测和/或相机系统定位在期望的取向中。 POP分光光度计可以包括对准装置和/或靶向光学元件，以便于用户识别目标位置，并且可以提供装置以增强对环境光的不敏感和/或颜色样本的深度变化。

公开(公告)号：US20090295910A1

公开(公告)日：2009-12-03

申请号：US11912361

申请日：2006-03-24

Applicant: Jose Mir ,  Dennis Zander

Inventor： Jose Mir ,  Dennis Zander

IPC: H04N7/18

CPC classification number: G01J3/2823 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/0294 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01N21/31 ,  G01N2021/3133 ,  G01N2021/317 ,  G01N2201/0221

Abstract: A hyperspectral imaging system and methods thereof especially useful in fields such as medicine, food safety, chemical sensing, and agriculture, for example. In one embodiment, the hyperspectral imaging module contains a light source (1) for illuminating the object (6) in a light-tight housing (17). The light is spectrally filtered (4) prior to illuminating the object. The light leaving the object is then directed through imaging optics (T) to an imaging array (9). In another embodiment, the object of interest is illuminated by ambient light which is then compensated by a light modulation system. In this embodiment, the light emitted from the object is spectrally filtered prior to reaching the imaging array.

Abstract translation: 一种高光谱成像系统及其方法在医药，食品安全，化学感应和农业等领域尤其有用。 在一个实施例中，高光谱成像模块包含用于在无光外壳（17）中照亮物体（6）的光源（1）。 在照射物体之前，光线被光谱过滤（4）。 离开物体的光然后被引导通过成像光学元件（T）到成像阵列（9）。 在另一个实施例中，感兴趣的对象被环境光照亮，然后光被光调制系统补偿。 在该实施例中，在到达成像阵列之前，从对象发射的光被光谱滤波。

公开(公告)号：US20090225313A1

公开(公告)日：2009-09-10

申请号：US12396803

申请日：2009-03-03

Applicant: Tomoyuki UMETSU

Inventor： Tomoyuki UMETSU

IPC: G01J3/28

CPC classification number: G01N21/3581 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/42

Abstract: A terahertz spectrometer includes: a terahertz-wave generating element; an elliptical mirror; an optical lens configured to apply a terahertz wave generated by the terahertz-wave generating element, obliquely to a focusing plane of a first focus of the elliptical mirror; and a terahertz-wave detecting element arranged at a second focus of the elliptical mirror.

Abstract translation: 太赫兹光谱仪包括：太赫兹波发生元件; 椭圆镜 光学透镜，被配置为将由所述太赫兹波产生元件产生的太赫兹波倾斜地施加到所述椭圆镜的第一焦点的聚焦平面; 以及布置在椭圆镜的第二焦点处的太赫兹波检测元件。

公开(公告)号：US07560679B1

公开(公告)日：2009-07-14

申请号：US11416882

申请日：2006-05-02

Applicant: Roman C. Gutierrez

Inventor： Roman C. Gutierrez

IPC: H01L27/00 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G02F1/01 ,  G01C3/08 ,  H04N9/083

CPC classification number: G01C3/08 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01S17/325 ,  G01S17/89 ,  H04N9/045 ,  H04N9/083 ,  H04N13/207 ,  H04N13/254 ,  H04N13/257

Abstract: Structures and methods are provided for obtaining depth information regarding a scene being imaged. The scene is illuminated with light having a time varying parameter. Light reflected from the scene is received and values for the time varying parameter associated with different portions of the scene are determined.

Abstract translation: 提供了结构和方法来获得关于被成像的场景的深度信息。 用具有时变参数的光照亮场景。 从场景反射的光被接收，并且确定与场景的不同部分相关联的时变参数的值。

公开(公告)号：US20090079966A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-26

申请号：US12148529

申请日：2008-04-20

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

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

IPC: G01N21/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0205 ,  G01J3/0216 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/04 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J2003/2866 ,  G01N21/03

Abstract: Optical characteristic measuring systems and methods such as for determining the color or other optical characteristics of an object are disclosed. Perimeter receiver fiber optics are spaced apart from a source fiber optic and receive light from the surface of the object 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 being measured. Under processor control, the optical characteristics measurement may be made at a predetermined height and angle. Various color spectral photometer arrangements are disclosed. Translucency, fluorescence, gloss 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 prostheses based on measured data also is disclosed. Measured data also may be stored and/or organized as part of a data base.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于确定物体的颜色或其他光学特性的光学特性测量系统和方法。 周边接收器光纤与源光纤间隔开，并接收来自待测物体表面的光。 来自周边光纤的光通过各种滤光片。 该系统利用周边接收机光纤来确定关于探头相对于被测量物体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光学特性测量。 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，光泽度和/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假体的方法。 测量数据也可以作为数据库的一部分存储和/或组织。

公开(公告)号：US20090073423A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-19

申请号：US12218978

申请日：2008-07-18

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

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

IPC: G01J3/51 ,  G01J3/46

CPC classification number: G01J3/51 ,  A61B5/0088 ,  A61B2560/0233 ,  A61B2562/247 ,  A61C19/10 ,  G01J1/04 ,  G01J1/0411 ,  G01J1/0437 ,  G01J1/0474 ,  G01J1/06 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0205 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0216 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0227 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0251 ,  G01J3/0259 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/0283 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01N21/474 ,  G01N21/57 ,  G07D7/1205 ,  G07D7/17

Abstract: Optical characteristic measuring systems and methods such as for determining the color or other optical characteristics of teeth are disclosed. Perimeter receiver fiber optics preferably are spaced apart from a source fiber optic and receive light 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 optical characteristics measurement may be made at a predetermined height and angle. Various color spectral photometer arrangements are disclosed. Translucency, fluorescence, gloss 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. Such methods and implements may be desirably utilized for purposes of detecting and preventing counterfeiting or the like.

公开(公告)号：US20090057559A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-05

申请号：US12201745

申请日：2008-08-29

Applicant: YASUSHI KOYAMA

Inventor： YASUSHI KOYAMA

IPC: G01J5/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01S17/10

Abstract: In apparatuses and methods for adjusting a distance to an object, or examining an object, by using terahertz radiation, a sensor portion and a distance changing portion are used. The sensor portion includes a generator for generating terahertz radiation, a transmission line for transmitting the terahertz radiation, and a detector for detecting the terahertz radiation transmitted through the transmission line. The distance changing portion is configured to change the distance between the object and the sensor portion. The distance is adjusted based on information of the terahertz radiation detected by the detector. The object is examined based on the information of the terahertz radiation detected by the detector, after the distance is adjusted based on the information of the terahertz radiation detected by the detector. Under a condition of the adjusted distance, leaking electromagnetic field of the terahertz radiation transmitted through the transmission line interacts with the object.

Abstract translation: 在通过使用太赫兹辐射来调整到物体的距离或检查物体的装置和方法中，使用传感器部分和距离变化部分。 传感器部分包括用于产生太赫兹辐射的发生器，用于传输太赫兹辐射的传输线，以及用于检测通过传输线传输的太赫兹辐射的检测器。 距离变化部构成为改变物体与传感器部之间的距离。 基于由检测器检测到的太赫兹辐射的信息来调整距离。 基于由检测器检测到的太赫兹辐射的信息来调整距离之后，基于由检测器检测的太赫兹辐射的信息来检查物体。 在调整距离的条件下，通过传输线传输的太赫兹辐射的泄漏电磁场与物体相互作用。

公开(公告)号：US20080309924A1

公开(公告)日：2008-12-18

申请号：US12148530

申请日：2008-04-20

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

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

IPC: G01N21/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/51 ,  A61B5/0088 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0264 ,  G01J3/0272 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/0283 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/508 ,  G01J3/513 ,  G01J3/524 ,  G01J2003/1217 ,  G01J2003/1234 ,  G01J2003/468 ,  G01N21/251 ,  G01N21/474 ,  G01N21/57 ,  G06F19/00

Abstract: Optical characteristic measuring systems and methods such as for determining the color or other optical characteristics of teeth are disclosed. Perimeter receiver fiber optics are spaced apart from a source fiber optic and receive light 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 optical characteristics measurement may be made at a predetermined height and angle. Various color spectral photometer arrangements are disclosed. Translucency, fluorescence, gloss 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光学特性的光学特性测量系统和方法。 周边接收器光纤与源光纤间隔开并且接收来自被测量物体/齿表面的光。 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光学特性测量。 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，光泽度和/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：US20080174763A1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-24

申请号：US11961456

申请日：2007-12-20

Applicant: Peter Ehbets ,  Adrian Kohlbrenner

Inventor： Peter Ehbets ,  Adrian Kohlbrenner

IPC: G01J3/00 ,  G01J4/00 ,  G01J3/447

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/0213 ,  G01J3/024 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0278 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/501 ,  H04N1/00005 ,  H04N1/00015 ,  H04N1/00023 ,  H04N1/00045 ,  H04N1/00047 ,  H04N1/0005 ,  H04N1/00058

Abstract: A scanner device includes a support surface for the measured object and a drive unit for moving a color measuring head across the support surface in at least one dimension thereof and for adjusting the height of the color measuring head in the direction perpendicular to the support surface, as well as a measuring and drive control unit activating the drive unit and cooperating with the color measuring head (MH). The color measuring head (MH) is equipped with at least an illuminating channel (IC) and a collection channel (CC). The illuminating channel (IC) has a light source (10) and optical means (12-22) for illuminating the measured object (S) at a measurement site at a mean angle of incidence of 45 E. The collection channel (CC) has optical means (24-34) for capturing the light emanating from the measured object at the measurement site at a mean collection angle of 0 E and coupling it into a light guide (LF), which directs the captured measurement light to a wavelength-selective photoelectric transformer preferably provided in the form of a spectrometer, which resolves it into a number of wavelength ranges and generates an electric measurement signal corresponding to each wavelength range. The color measuring head is suitable for taking high-precision measurements of even the smallest measurement fields without contact.

Abstract translation: 扫描仪装置包括用于测量对象的支撑表面和用于在测量头的至少一个尺寸上跨过支撑表面移动测色头并用于在垂直于支撑表面的方向上调节测色头的高度的驱动单元， 以及启动驱动单元并与彩色测量头（MH）配合的测量和驱动控制单元。 彩色测量头（MH）至少配备有照明通道（IC）和收集通道（CC）。 照明通道（IC）具有光源（10）和光学装置（12-22），用于以平均入射角45°在测量部位照射测量对象（S）。收集通道（CC）具有 光学装置（24-34），用于以0E的平均收集角度捕获从测量部位发射的光的光，并将其耦合到导光体（LF）中，导光体将捕获的测量光引导到波长选择性 光电变压器优选以光谱仪的形式提供，其将其分解成多个波长范围，并产生对应于每个波长范围的电测量信号。 彩色测量头适用于即使是最小测量领域也不接触的高精度测量。