Apparatus and associated methods relate to a sensor having a housing with multiple cable exit passageways extending from a recessed cable exit aperture. In various embodiments, the cable passageways may, for example, direct a cable to exit from a selected one of multiple housing faces, at least one the faces providing a sensor emitter or receiver interface associated with the sensor. For example, the passageways may extend from a cable exit aperture to different faces of the housing. The different faces may include, for example, an indicator face. A cable extending from the cable exit aperture may, for example, be configured to extend through the passageways to an aperture of one of the faces. Such implementations may, for example, mitigate cable stress by facilitating housing position with substantially reduced or eliminated cable interference, which may advantageously allow the housing to be positioned without the cable being interfered with.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to photoelectric sensor systems with dynamic light teaching capabilities. In an illustrative example, a photoelectric sensor system may include a dynamic teach module configured to automatically learn environmental noise. In some embodiments, the module may determine a minimum and an average signal values during a dynamic teach mode. For example, the system may calculate a difference between these values and adjust gain settings based on this difference and a sensitivity level. Various embodiments may advantageously improve detection accuracy by filtering out noise from sources like conveyor belt seams or flutter without manual intervention.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a stackable distributed communication and control hub (DCCH) configured to provide a wide viewing angle for instantly inspecting multiple connections when multiple DCCHs are stacked. In an illustrative example, a DCCH may include multiple connection ports distributed on one or more edge surfaces. An offset bracket, for example, may couple two DCCHs, each at a coupling surface of the corresponding DCCH. Upon coupling, the DCCHs are held at substantially parallel planes. For example, a first DCCH is offset from a second DCCH in two directions. In a first direction, respective planes are offset along a vertical axis by a predetermined first offset. In a second direction, the DCCHs are offset by a predetermined second offset, orthogonal to the first direction. Various embodiments may advantageously allow visual status of the connection ports visible in at least one viewing angle along the vertical axis.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an inline capacitive touch switch (ICTS) with an ergonomic design to register with a body portion. In an illustrative example, the ICTS may include a single inline circuit board (SICB) extending in a horizontal axis, serially and operably connecting an input port and an output port. The SICB, for example, may include a capacitive touch input electrode directly disposed on a gap of the SICB. The ICTS may, for example, further include a housing enclosing the SICB entirely. For example, the housing may include at least one saddle depression. For example, each of the at least one saddle depression may, for example, be registered with the corresponding capacitive touch-input electrode. Various embodiments may advantageously provide a visually apparent touch area for the user to operably engage with the at least one capacitive touch input electrode through the housing.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a dual mode power regulation system (DMPRS) having an energy storage device configured to store energy from a power supply. In an illustrative example, a DMPRS may include a passive mode switching circuit (PMSC). The PMSC, for example, may regulate a current output from the energy storage device to a passive electric load (PEL). For example, in a high power mode, the PMSC regulates the current output to be greater than a power rating of the power supply. When the energy stored in the energy storage device is dissipated, for example, the PMSC may passively and automatically transition to a steady-state mode. For example, in the steady-state mode, the output power may be maintained above a minimum operating current such that the PEL may operate normally. Various embodiments may advantageously provide an energy pulse higher than the power rating to the PEL.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a light device with a programmable display. In an illustrative example, a linear multi-mode programmable indicator light (LMPIL) may include a housing extending along a longitudinal axis having a display surface. For example, the LMPIL may include an indicator light, and a programmable display coupled to the housing. For example, the indicator light may emit a light indicium orthogonal to the display surface. For example, the programmable display may display a predetermined visual indicium along a longitudinal axis through the display surface when the indicator light emits the light indicium. For example, based on predetermined associations between light indicia and corresponding predetermined visual indicia, the programmable display may display the predetermined visual indicium as the corresponding predetermined interpretation of the light indicium based on the predetermined associations. Various embodiments may advantageously display preconfigured messages with corresponding light indicia on any visible surface.
G08B 5/36 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources
Apparatus and associated methods relate to generate a mapping between reconfigurable predetermined detection windows (RPDWs) and sensing elements across adjacent distance sensing arrays. In an illustrative example, two or more adjacently placed distance sensing arrays may each include sensor elements coupled to uniquely and physically addressable memory registers. A master controller coupled to the distance sensing arrays may, for example, receive a signal to set up a virtual address mapping for a RPDW. For example, the RPDW may associate adjacent distance sensing elements across the two distance sensing arrays. The master controller may, for example, identify activated registers during a teaching operation to generate a mapping between the RPDW and the identified range of activated registers. When the RPDW is monitored, only the registers associated with the virtual address may, for example, be activated to be monitored. Various embodiments may advantageously reduce time and resources for monitoring the RPDW.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a light device with a programmable display. In an illustrative example, a linear multi-mode programmable indicator light (LMPIL) may include a housing extending along a longitudinal axis having a display surface. For example, the LMPIL may include an indicator light, and a programmable display coupled to the housing. For example, the indicator light may emit a light indicium orthogonal to the display surface. For example, the programmable display may display a predetermined visual indicium along a longitudinal axis through the display surface when the indicator light emits the light indicium. For example, based on predetermined associations between light indicia and corresponding predetermined visual indicia, the programmable display may display the predetermined visual indicium as the corresponding predetermined interpretation of the light indicium based on the predetermined associations. Various embodiments may advantageously display preconfigured messages with corresponding light indicia on any visible surface.
The technology disclosed herein relates to a magnetic mounting assembly having a frame. A first ferromagnetic extension is fixed to the frame and extends in an axial direction. A second ferromagnetic extension is fixed to the frame and extends in the axial direction. A bar magnet has a first lateral end defining a first magnetic pole magnetically coupled to the first ferromagnetic extension. The bar magnet has a second lateral end defining an opposite magnetic pole magnetically coupled to the second ferromagnetic extension. The first ferromagnetic extension and the second ferromagnetic extension are configured to fix the bar magnet relative to the frame.
H01F 41/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing or assembling magnets, inductances or transformersApparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing materials characterised by their magnetic properties for manufacturing cores, coils or magnets
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DISTRIBUTED COMMUNICATION AND CONTROL SYSTEM USING CONCURRENT MULTI-CHANNEL MASTER UNIT
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a stackable distributed communication and control hub (DCCH) configured to provide a wide viewing angle for instantly inspecting multiple connections when multiple DCCHs are stacked. In an illustrative example, a DCCH may include multiple connection ports distributed on one or more edge surfaces. An offset bracket, for example, may couple two DCCHs, each at a coupling surface of the corresponding DCCH. Upon coupling, the DCCHs are held at substantially parallel planes. For example, a first DCCH is offset from a second DCCH in two directions. In a first direction, respective planes are offset along a vertical axis by a predetermined first offset. In a second direction, the DCCHs are offset by a predetermined second offset, orthogonal to the first direction. Various embodiments may advantageously allow visual status of the connection ports visible in at least one viewing angle along the vertical axis.
A sensor device having a sensor housing and a printed circuit board coupled to the sensor housing. The aperture plate is positioned between the lens and the emitter face. Boresighting angle variation across sensor components on a manufacturing line may advantageously be reduced without increased cost associated with active alignment. Irradiance drop-out may also be reduced.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to automatic detection of changes in a field of view (FOV) of a multi-pixel measurement. In an illustrative example, a multipoint scene change recognition system (MSCRS) may receive a multi-pixel signal (MPS). The MPS, for example, may include a signal of N dimensions each measuring a different aspect within the FOV. If the signal of a pixel is valid, a difference between each of the N dimensions of the signals and a reference measurement is determined for each pixel of the MPS. For example, the reference measurement may be dynamically determined using a teach operation. For example, the differences in each dimension may be aggregated, for each pixel, based on a normalization scheme to generate an aggregated change metric. For example, a global change metric is generated based on the aggregated change metric of each pixel.
G01S 17/894 - 3D imaging with simultaneous measurement of time-of-flight at a 2D array of receiver pixels, e.g. time-of-flight cameras or flash lidar
G01S 7/41 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group using analysis of echo signal for target characterisationTarget signatureTarget cross-section
G01S 13/42 - Simultaneous measurement of distance and other coordinates
G01S 13/88 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a cascading safety network configured to address each safety device in a multi-drop protocol. In an illustrative example, a cascading safety network (CSN) may include a server device connected a serially connected sequence of client safety devices. The CSN, for example, may include a communication line having a multi-drop layer and a enumeration layer connecting to each of the safety devices in the CSN. For example, in operation, each of the at least one client safety device is directly addressable by the server device through a client address uniquely assigned by the server device. When the server device detects a change in the client node sequence, the server device is triggered to perform safe state operations to automatically configure the cascaded multi-drop safety network. Various embodiments may advantageously allow automatic configuration of the CSN without physical switches and/or external software tools.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a communication hub having a controlled status light beam. In an illustrative example, the communication hub may include a translucent surface having a light emitting edge (LEE) extending on a first axis and multiple light-pipes. The translucent surface may enclose light emitting diodes (LEDs) disposed within. For example, each LED may be optically coupled to the LEE through one of the light-pipes. For example, the light-pipes may optically guide a light beam emitted from the LEDs to the LEE. For example, on an exterior of the communication hub, the light beam may include a first beam unimodal intensity profile (BUIP) in the first axis, and a second BUIP along a second axis orthogonal to the first axis. For example, the second BUIP is wider than the first BUIP. Various embodiments may advantageously enable a user to distinguish adjacent LEDs along the x-axis.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a cascading safety network configured to address each safety device in a multi-drop protocol. In an illustrative example, a cascading safety network (CSN) may include a server device connected a serially connected sequence of client safety devices. The CSN, for example, may include a communication line having a multi-drop layer and a enumeration layer connecting to each of the safety devices in the CSN. For example, in operation, each of the at least one client safety device is directly addressable by the server device through a client address uniquely assigned by the server device. When the server device detects a change in the client node sequence, the server device is triggered to perform safe state operations to automatically configure the cascaded multi-drop safety network. Various embodiments may advantageously allow automatic configuration of the CSN without physical switches and/or external software tools.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a cascading safety network configured to address each safety device in a multi-drop protocol. In an illustrative example, a cascading safety network (CSN) may include a server device connected a serially connected sequence of client safety devices. The CSN, for example, may include a communication line having a multi-drop layer and a enumeration layer connecting to each of the safety devices in the CSN. For example, in operation, each of the at least one client safety device is directly addressable by the server device through a client address uniquely assigned by the server device. When the server device detects a change in the client node sequence, the server device is triggered to perform safe state operations to automatically configure the cascaded multi-drop safety network. Various embodiments may advantageously allow automatic configuration of the CSN without physical switches and/or external software tools.
G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
Apparatus and associated methods relate to configure a reconfigurable device. In an illustrative example, a device programming module (DPM) of the reconfigurable device may receive a user input indicating a model number of a legacy device. The DPM, for example, may identify the user-selected functions based on a first set of rules to determine predetermined functions of the legacy device. The DPM, for example, may generate a binary machine instruction code to configure the reconfigurable device to perform the identified predetermined device functions. The DPM may then transmit the binary machine instruction code to the reconfigurable device such that the reconfigurable device is configured to operate as the legacy device identified. Various embodiments may advantageously eliminate a need for studying the complete functionalities of the legacy device before programming the reconfigurable device, and a need for assigning unique part numbers to replacements of the legacy devices.
G06F 15/78 - Architectures of general purpose stored program computers comprising a single central processing unit
G08B 5/38 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources using flashing light
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a target measurement system (TMS) configured for measuring moving targets. In an illustrative example, the TMS may add back clutter signals to clutter removed data if, after a first FFT is generated, a peak is identified within first few frequency bins to measure slowly moving targets. For example, the TMS may compute a cluster area based on statistical boundaries and statistical centers for multiple clusters associated with target objects, and combine one or more of the plurality of first clusters with overlapping cluster areas. For example, the TMS may generate N spectral energy heatmaps using N independent detection algorithms. For example, values of each spectral energy heatmap may be generated based on raw sensor data independent of values of other spectral energy heatmaps. For example, the TMS may validate a target detection when the target is identified in at least two of N spectral energy heatmaps. Various embodiments may advantageously detect target objects at a high degree of precision.
G01S 7/41 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group using analysis of echo signal for target characterisationTarget signatureTarget cross-section
G01S 13/34 - Systems for measuring distance only using transmission of continuous waves, whether amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated, or unmodulated using transmission of continuous, frequency-modulated waves while heterodyning the received signal, or a signal derived therefrom, with a locally-generated signal related to the contemporaneously transmitted signal
G01S 13/52 - Discriminating between fixed and moving objects or between objects moving at different speeds
G01S 13/536 - Discriminating between fixed and moving objects or between objects moving at different speeds using transmission of continuous unmodulated waves, amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated waves
G01S 13/931 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications for anti-collision purposes of land vehicles
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a target measurement system (TMS) configured for measuring moving targets. In an illustrative example, the TMS may add back clutter signals to clutter removed data if, after a first FFT is generated, a peak is identified within first few frequency bins to measure slowly moving targets. For example, the TMS may compute a cluster area based on statistical boundaries and statistical centers for multiple clusters associated with target objects, and combine one or more of the plurality of first clusters with overlapping cluster areas. For example, the TMS may generate N spectral energy heatmaps using N independent detection algorithms. For example, values of each spectral energy heatmap may be generated based on raw sensor data independent of values of other spectral energy heatmaps. For example, the TMS may validate a target detection when the target is identified in at least two of N spectral energy heatmaps. Various embodiments may advantageously detect target objects at a high degree of precision.
G01S 7/41 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group using analysis of echo signal for target characterisationTarget signatureTarget cross-section
G01S 13/34 - Systems for measuring distance only using transmission of continuous waves, whether amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated, or unmodulated using transmission of continuous, frequency-modulated waves while heterodyning the received signal, or a signal derived therefrom, with a locally-generated signal related to the contemporaneously transmitted signal
G01S 13/52 - Discriminating between fixed and moving objects or between objects moving at different speeds
G01S 13/536 - Discriminating between fixed and moving objects or between objects moving at different speeds using transmission of continuous unmodulated waves, amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated waves
G01S 13/931 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications for anti-collision purposes of land vehicles
The presently described technology relates to a system having a housing and an optical circuit disposed in the housing. The optical circuit has an emitter configured to emit an emitted optical signal and a receiver configured to receive a received optical signal. An optical transmission pathway extends from the emitter to the receiver. The optical transmission pathway is indirect. A manual actuator is coupled to the housing having an engaged position and a disengaged position. A baffle is fixed to the manual actuator, where the baffle obstructs the optical transmission pathway when the manual actuator is in the engaged position and the baffle is clear of the optical transmission pathway when the manual actuator is in the disengaged position.
F16P 7/02 - Emergency devices preventing damage to a machine or apparatus by causing the machine to stop on the occurrence of dangerous conditions therein
G02B 26/02 - Optical devices or arrangements for the control of light using movable or deformable optical elements for controlling the intensity of light
Some embodiments of the technology disclosed herein relate to a lens assembly (120) including a lens base (122) and a lens fill (124). The less base (122) is constructed of a first material and defines a lens interior surface (130) and a plurality of ribs (160) extending axially from the lens interior surface (130). The plurality of ribs (160) define a plurality of cavities (162) between the plurality of ribs (160). The lens fill (124) is constructed of a second material and is located within the plurality of cavities (162). The first material includes a plastic and the second material includes a plastic.
Some embodiments of the technology disclosed herein relate to a lens assembly including a lens base and a lens fill. The less base is constructed of a first material and defines a lens interior surface and a plurality of ribs extending axially from the lens interior surface. The plurality of ribs define a plurality of cavities between the plurality of ribs. The lens fill is constructed of a second material and is located within the plurality of cavities. The first material includes a plastic and the second material includes a plastic.
G02B 1/04 - Optical elements characterised by the material of which they are madeOptical coatings for optical elements made of organic materials, e.g. plastics
B29D 11/00 - Producing optical elements, e.g. lenses or prisms
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a unitary linear polarizer (ULP). The unitary linear polarizer may, for example, have two adjacent polarizer layers, with intersecting polarizing angles, fixedly adhered to a window. In an illustrative example, the unitary linear polarizer may be placed as a window for a sensor module. The ULP may, for example, include at least two layers. The first layer may include a first window. The second layer may include a first polarizer with a transmitting axis orientation and a second polarizer with a receiving axis orientation. The receiving and transmitting axis may be intersecting. The intersecting angle may be 90 degrees with a predetermined margin of acceptable error. A third layer may include a second window. The layers may, for example, be fixedly adhered together. The fixedly adhered ULP may, for example, advantageously permit handling of the ULP without disrupting the polarizer layers.
G02B 27/28 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups , for polarising
G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
G01S 7/499 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group using polarisation effects
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Distributed communication and control system using concurrent multi-channel master unit
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a stackable distributed communication and control hub (DCCH) configured to provide a wide viewing angle for instantly inspecting multiple connections when multiple DCCHs are stacked. In an illustrative example, a DCCH may include multiple connection ports distributed on one or more edge surfaces. An offset bracket, for example, may couple two DCCHs, each at a coupling surface of the corresponding DCCH. Upon coupling, the DCCHs are held at substantially parallel planes. For example, a first DCCH is offset from a second DCCH in two directions. In a first direction, respective planes are offset along a vertical axis by a predetermined first offset. In a second direction, the DCCHs are offset by a predetermined second offset, orthogonal to the first direction. Various embodiments may advantageously allow visual status of the connection ports visible in at least one viewing angle along the vertical axis.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a remote safety input/output device configured to deliver both safety signals and sensor level diagnostics signals in an industrial safety communication network. In an illustrative example, a safety communication device (SCD) may include a safety port operably coupled to serially connected safety devices. The (SCD) may include pre-loaded safety signal profiles (SSPs) and an input system detection engine (ISDE). The ISDE may, for example, automatically identify a device type and a topological configuration of the serially connected safety devices based on a signal received at the safety port and the pre-loaded SSP. For example, when a safety device signal is received at the safety port, the ISDE may automatically identify whether the signal is a safety signal or a diagnostic signal. Various embodiments may advantageously provide plug-and-play installation of the safety devices to the industrial safety communication network.
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
Some embodiments of the technology disclosed herein relate to a sensor device. An elongate sleeve has a first end and a second end and extends along a longitudinal axis. A plurality of sensors are fixed relative to the sleeve. A first endcap is coupled to the first end, where the first endcap has an endcap body. A first axle is coupled to the endcap body, where the first axle extends along the longitudinal axis and the first axle defines a retaining feature. An intermediate component is coupled to the first axle, and the intermediate component is selectively rotatable about the longitudinal axis. The sensor device has an orientation locking structure that is configured to be engaged to selectively fix the orientation of the intermediate component about the longitudinal axis relative to the endcap body.
B65G 15/64 - Arrangements for supporting or guiding belts, e.g. by fluid jets for automatically maintaining the position of the belts
B65G 39/16 - Arrangements of rollers mounted on framework for aligning belts or chains
B65G 43/02 - Control devices, e.g. for safety, warning or fault-correcting detecting dangerous physical condition of load- carriers, e.g. for interrupting the drive in the event of overheating
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
Goods & Services
Self contained and remote electronic sensors for industrial automation in manufacturing; machine safety products, namely, safety light curtains, safety laser scanners, safety interlock switches, safety controllers and modules, emergency stop and stop controls; machine vision products, namely, remote displays, c-mount lenses, video monitors, vision brackets, laser line generators, vision cables, vision sensor filters; wireless communication modules; antennas, surge suppressors, cordsets, enclosures and relay boxes; photoelectric based proximity and measuring sensors; ultrasonic based proximity and measuring sensors; radar based proximity and measuring sensors; sensors for detecting and measuring applications; pick-to-light sensors; pick-to-light indicators; Sensors and detector units for use in controlling the actuation and operation of safety apparatus and equipment; vibration sensors; temperature sensors; fiber optics; capacitive sensors; Geo-Magnetic proximity and measuring sensors; Vibration monitoring and measuring sensors. LED based illumination products, namely machine lighting, enclosure lighting, visual inspection illumination and work cell lighting; LED based indication products, namely, tower lights, touch lights, pick-to-lights, base mount indicators, t-style mount indicators, flush mount indicators and barrel mount indicators.
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FIELD-SELECTABLE DYNAMIC GAIN CONTROL MODES OF OPTICAL SENSORS
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a field selectable gain mode system. In an illustrative example, an APD-based sensor may, for example, have two or more predetermined gain modes. The gain modes may, for example, be activated in response to a selection signal(s) generated by a user. For example, the APD-based sensor may apply the user-selected gain mode by independently controlling a circuit gain, an emitter gain, and an APD gain. When the user selection signal is selected, for example, a controller may apply corresponding independent gain parameters to the circuit gain, the emitter gain, and the APD gain, such that a collective high dynamic range sensor system is provided. For example, the independent gain parameters may include a range of control voltages, a range of control current, and/or a range of gain input. Various embodiments may advantageously achieve increased accuracy across an extended operating range of gain values.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a stackable distributed communication and control hub (DCCH) configured to provide a wide viewing angle for instantly inspecting multiple connections when multiple DCCHs are stacked. In an illustrative example, a DCCH may include multiple connection ports distributed on one or more edge surfaces. An offset bracket, for example, may couple two DCCHs, each at a coupling surface of the corresponding DCCH. Upon coupling, the DCCHs are held at substantially parallel planes. For example, a first DCCH is offset from a second DCCH in two directions. In a first direction, respective planes are offset along a vertical axis by a predetermined first offset. In a second direction, the DCCHs are offset by a predetermined second offset, orthogonal to the first direction. Various embodiments may advantageously allow visual status of the connection ports visible in at least one viewing angle along the vertical axis.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an object detection system using an asymmetric radar beam emission system (ARBES) to achieve a target two dimensional field-of-view (2DFOV). In an illustrative example, the ARBES, for example, may include a lens module configured to receive a radar beam at an internal surface. The lens module may, for example, also include an external service configured to emit a shaped radar beam. For example, the internal surface may include a first radius of curvature in an x-direction and a second radius of curvature in a y-direction, and the external surface may include a third radius of curvature in the x-direction and a fourth radius of curvature in the y-direction. The four radii of curvatures may be independently configurable. Various embodiments may advantageously shape the radar beam in four degrees of freedom to adjust the 2DFOV of the ARBES.
H01Q 15/08 - Refracting or diffracting devices, e.g. lens, prism formed of solid dielectric material
H01Q 19/06 - Combinations of primary active antenna elements and units with secondary devices, e.g. with quasi-optical devices, for giving the antenna a desired directional characteristic using refracting or diffracting devices, e.g. lens
A sensor device has a metal sensor housing with a housing base coupled to a frame base of a metal optical frame. A device mounting plate is orthogonal to the frame base. A securing device secures an optical communication device to the device mounting plate. A barrel mounting channel has first and second sidewalls, each extending obliquely to the frame base and defining a linear translation pathway along the frame base for a metal lens barrel. A fastener secures the metal lens barrel to the first and second sidewalls. A glass lens is in contact with three protrusions extending outward from an inner annular surface of the lens barrel. The optical communication device is configured to be in optical communication with the lens and is secured in a particular position in a translation plane mutually defined by the device mounting plate and the optical communication device.
The technology disclosed herein relates to a magnetic mounting assembly having a frame. A first ferromagnetic extension is fixed to the frame and extends in an axial direction. A second ferromagnetic extension is fixed to the frame and extends in the axial direction. A bar magnet has a first lateral end defining a first magnetic pole magnetically coupled to the first ferromagnetic extension. The bar magnet has a second lateral end defining an opposite magnetic pole magnetically coupled to the second ferromagnetic extension. The first ferromagnetic extension and the second ferromagnetic extension are configured to fix the bar magnet relative to the frame.
H01F 41/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing or assembling magnets, inductances or transformersApparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing materials characterised by their magnetic properties for manufacturing cores, coils or magnets
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an inline capacitive touch switch (ICTS) with an ergonomic design to register with a body portion. In an illustrative example, the ICTS may include a single inline circuit board (SICB) extending in a horizontal axis, serially and operably connecting an input port and an output port. The SICB, for example, may include a capacitive touch input electrode directly disposed on a gap of the SICB. The ICTS may, for example, further include a housing enclosing the SICB entirely. For example, the housing may include at least one saddle depression. For example, each of the at least one saddle depression may, for example, be registered with the corresponding capacitive touch-input electrode. Various embodiments may advantageously provide a visually apparent touch area for the user to operably engage with the at least one capacitive touch input electrode through the housing.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an electronic device enclosure having a water resistant property capable of withstanding a predetermined minimum displacement force. In an illustrative example, a pressed fit self-aligning device enclosure (PFSADE) may include a housing and a cover. The housing, for example, may include an opening configured to receive electronic components during an assembly processing. After the electronic components are installed, for example, the cover may be coupled to the housing to cover the opening. For example, the cover may include an edge surface around a perimeter of the cover and at least one self-aligning element (SAE) extending orthogonal to the edge surface. For example, the SAE may align the cover in a relative position to the housing, and to withstand a predetermined minimum displacement force threshold. Various embodiments may advantageously prevent leakage due to out of tolerance alignment between the housing and the cover.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an electronic device enclosure having a water resistant property capable of withstanding a predetermined minimum displacement force. In an illustrative example, a pressed fit self-aligning device enclosure (PFSADE) may include a housing and a cover. The housing, for example, may include an opening configured to receive electronic components during an assembly processing. After the electronic components are installed, for example, the cover may be coupled to the housing to cover the opening. For example, the cover may include an edge surface around a perimeter of the cover and at least one self-aligning element (SAE) extending orthogonal to the edge surface. For example, the SAE may align the cover in a relative position to the housing, and to withstand a predetermined minimum displacement force threshold. Various embodiments may advantageously prevent leakage due to out of tolerance alignment between the housing and the cover.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a select frequency phase measurement (SFPM) time of flight (TOF) system including an emitter and a receiver. The emitter may generate a modulated emitted signal by at least one frequency. The emitted signal may, for example, be a pulsed light signal. The receiver may generate a signal in response to receiving a reflection of the emitted signal off a target object. An ADC element may digitize a signal generated by the receiving element, and a reference signal generated by a monitored signal of the modulated emitted signal. A processing element may generate a phase signal using single frequency analysis of the digitized signals. A distance measurement signal may be generated as a function of the phase signal. Various embodiments may, for example, advantageously enable sub-millisecond sensor response times using commodity processing elements.
G01S 17/36 - Systems determining position data of a target for measuring distance only using transmission of continuous waves, whether amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated, or unmodulated with phase comparison between the received signal and the contemporaneously transmitted signal
ABSTRACT Apparatus and associated methods relate to a dual mode power regulation system (DMPRS) having an energy storage device configured to store energy from a power supply. In an illustrative example, a DMPRS may include a passive mode switching circuit (PMSC). The PMSC, for example, may regulate a current output from the energy storage device to a passive electric load (PEL). For example, in a high power mode, the PMSC regulates the current output to be greater than a power rating of the power supply. When the energy stored in the energy storage device is dissipated, for example, the PMSC may passively and automatically transition to a steady-state mode. For example, in the steady-state mode, the output power may be maintained above a minimum operating current such that the PEL may operate normally. Various embodiments may advantageously provide an energy pulse higher than the power rating to the PEL.
H03K 3/57 - Generators characterised by the type of circuit or by the means used for producing pulses by the use of an energy-accumulating element discharged through the load by a switching device controlled by an external signal and not incorporating positive feedback the switching device being a semiconductor device
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a dual mode power regulation system (DMPRS) having an energy storage device configured to store energy from a power supply. In an illustrative example, a DMPRS may include a passive mode switching circuit (PMSC). The PMSC, for example, may regulate a current output from the energy storage device to a passive electric load (PEL). For example, in a high power mode, the PMSC regulates the current output to be greater than a power rating of the power supply. When the energy stored in the energy storage device is dissipated, for example, the PMSC may passively and automatically transition to a steady-state mode. For example, in the steady-state mode, the output power may be maintained above a minimum operating current such that the PEL may operate normally. Various embodiments may advantageously provide an energy pulse higher than the power rating to the PEL.
H05B 45/34 - Voltage stabilisationMaintaining constant voltage
H03K 3/57 - Generators characterised by the type of circuit or by the means used for producing pulses by the use of an energy-accumulating element discharged through the load by a switching device controlled by an external signal and not incorporating positive feedback the switching device being a semiconductor device
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RECONFIGURABLE DETECTION WINDOWS WITH DYNAMICALLY ACTIVATED DETECTION ARRAYS
Apparatus and associated methods relate to generate a mapping between reconfigurable predetermined detection windows (RPDWs) and sensing elements across adjacent distance sensing arrays. In an illustrative example, two or more adjacently placed distance sensing arrays may each include sensor elements coupled to uniquely and physically addressable memory registers. A master controller coupled to the distance sensing arrays may, for example, receive a signal to set up a virtual address mapping for a RPDW. For example, the RPDW may associate adjacent distance sensing elements across the two distance sensing arrays. The master controller may, for example, identify activated registers during a teaching operation to generate a mapping between the RPDW and the identified range of activated registers. When the RPDW is monitored, only the registers associated with the virtual address may, for example, be activated to be monitored. Various embodiments may advantageously reduce time and resources for monitoring the RPDW.
F21W 111/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for signalling, marking or indicating, not provided for in groups
G08B 5/36 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources
G09F 1/00 - Cardboard or like show-cards of foldable or flexible material
G09F 9/00 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the information is built-up on a support by selection or combination of individual elements
Apparatus and associated methods relate to pairing a receiver with an emitter based on a presence of an amplitude of a spectral profile at at least one predetermined frequency. In an illustrative example, a receiver may receive, from the emitter, an emitted optical signal modulated by the at least one predetermined frequency. A receiver may, for example, generate a digital signal corresponding to the optical signal received. A controller may, for example, generate the spectral profile from the digital signal. The controller may, for example, apply a predetermined threshold to the spectral profile. The controller may, for example, generate an output signal based on the presence of the amplitude of the spectral profile above the first predetermined threshold at the at least one predetermined frequency. Various embodiments may advantageously discriminate a corresponding emitter to establish an optical source-to-detector-link, for example, in the presence of other emitters and/or optically noisy environments.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a light device with built-in status display. In an illustrative example, a multi-mode programmable indicator light (MPIL) may include at least one embedded programmable scrolling display (EPSD) at one or more light emitting portions (LEPs) of the MPIL. The LEP, for example, may emit a light indicium in a first plane orthogonal to a longitudinal axis of the MPIL. The EPSD, for example, may display a predetermined scrolling message at a physical peripheral boundary of the MPIL. The scrolling message, for example, may represent a corresponding predetermined interpretation of the light indicium. For example, the scrolling message may be displayed in a second plane substantially parallel to the first plane. Various embodiments may advantageously display an interpretation of the light indicium from substantially 360° around the longitudinal axis of the MPIL.
G09F 9/00 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the information is built-up on a support by selection or combination of individual elements
G09G 1/00 - Control arrangements or circuits, of interest only in connection with cathode-ray tube indicators
G08B 5/36 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources
F21W 111/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for signalling, marking or indicating, not provided for in groups
Apparatus and associated methods relate to configure a reconfigurable device. In an illustrative example, a device programming module (DPM) of the reconfigurable device may receive a user input indicating a model number of a legacy device. The DPM, for example, may identify the user- selected functions based on a first set of rules to determine predetermined functions of the legacy device. The DPM, for example, may generate a binary machine instruction code to configure the reconfigurable device to perform the identified predetermined device functions. The DPM may then transmit the binary machine instruction code to the reconfigurable device such that the reconfigurable device is configured to operate as the legacy device identified. Various embodiments may advantageously eliminate a need for studying the complete functionalities of the legacy device before programming the reconfigurable device, and a need for assigning unique part numbers to replacements of the legacy devices.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to configure a reconfigurable device. In an illustrative example, a device programming module (DPM) of the reconfigurable device may receive a user input indicating a model number of a legacy device. The DPM, for example, may identify the user-selected functions based on a first set of rules to determine predetermined functions of the legacy device. The DPM, for example, may generate a binary machine instruction code to configure the reconfigurable device to perform the identified predetermined device functions. The DPM may then transmit the binary machine instruction code to the reconfigurable device such that the reconfigurable device is configured to operate as the legacy device identified. Various embodiments may advantageously eliminate a need for studying the complete functionalities of the legacy device before programming the reconfigurable device, and a need for assigning unique part numbers to replacements of the legacy devices.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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Goods & Services
Microcontrollers; microcontrollers for internet of things
(IoT) enabled devices; self-contained and remote electronic
sensors for industrial automation in manufacturing; machine
safety products, namely, safety light curtains, safety laser
scanners, safety electric interlock switches, safety
electric controllers and integrated circuit modules,
emergency stop switches, and electric stop control devices
for factory machinery; machine vision products, namely,
remote led displays, c-mount camera lenses, video monitors,
mounts and mounting brackets adapted for cameras and
sensors, laser line generators, electrical vision cables,
vision sensor filters; wireless communication modules for
voice, data or image transmission; antennas, voltage surge
suppressors, electric cord sets, enclosures for sensors, and
electric relay boxes; photoelectric based proximity and
measuring sensors; ultrasonic based proximity and measuring
sensors; radar based proximity and measuring sensors;
sensors for detecting and measuring applications;
pick-to-light sensors; pick-to-light indicators; sensors and
detector units for use in controlling the actuation and
operation of safety apparatus and equipment; vibration
sensors; temperature sensors; fiber optics; capacitive
sensors; geo-magnetic proximity and measuring sensors;
vibration monitoring and measuring sensors; LED based
indicator lights, namely, mobile tower lights, touch
indicator lights, pick-to-lights for indicator panels, base
mount indicators, t-style mount indicators, flush mount
indicators and barrel mount indicators; broadband wireless
equipment, namely, telecommunications base station equipment
for cellular and fixed networking and communications
applications; downloadable software for connecting,
operating, and managing networked sensors, safety sensors,
lighting, and industrial wireless components in the internet
of things (IoT); downloadable software for operating factory
machinery used in industrial factory operations. Led based illumination products, namely, machine lighting,
enclosure lighting for indoor and outdoor lighting
applications, and lighting fixtures for visual inspection
illumination and work cells. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based
software for connecting, operating, and managing networked
sensors, safety sensors, lighting, and industrial wireless
components in the internet of things (IoT); cloud computing
featuring software for operating factory machinery used in
industrial factory operations.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
(1) Microcontrollers; microcontrollers for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; self-contained and remote electronic sensors for measuring motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current and infrared measuring sensors for industrial automation in manufacturing; machine safety products, namely, safety light curtains, safety laser scanners, safety electric interlock switches, safety electric controllers and integrated circuit modules, emergency stop switches, and electric stop control devices for factory machinery; machine vision products, namely, remote led displays, c-mount camera lenses, video monitors, mounts and mounting brackets adapted for cameras and sensors, laser line generators, electrical vision cables, vision sensor filters; computer hardware communication modules for use in electronic devices using the internet of things for voice, data and image transmission; base station antennas; voltage surge suppressors, electric cord sets, enclosures for sensors, and electric relay boxes; photoelectric based proximity and measuring sensors for measuring motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current; ultrasonic based proximity and measuring sensors for measuring motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current; radar based proximity and measuring sensors for measuring motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current; sensors for detecting and measuring motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current; pick-to-light sensors for measuring fill levels; pick-to-light indicators for indicating fill levels; optical sensors and ultrasonic detectors for use in controlling the actuation and operation of safety apparatus and equipment; vibration sensors; temperature sensors; fiber optic cables; capacitive sensors for measuring motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current; geo-magnetic proximity and measuring sensors for measuring motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current; vibration monitoring and measuring sensors for measuring vibration; LED based indicator lights for industrial machinery sensors, namely, mobile tower lights, touch indicator lights, pick-to-lights for indicator panels, base mount indicators, t-style mount indicators, flush mount indicators and barrel mount indicators; broadband wireless equipment, namely, telecommunications base station equipment for cellular and fixed networking and communications applications; downloadable software for connecting, operating, and managing networked sensors, safety sensors, lighting, and industrial wireless components in the internet of things (IoT) used for operating factory machinery that monitors the motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current status of machinery and rotating equipment in industrial factory operations; downloadable software used for operating factory machinery that monitors the motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current status of machinery and rotating equipment in industrial factory operations.
(2) Led-based illumination products, namely, led luminaires, accent lights for indoor and outdoor use, and lighting fixtures for visual inspection illumination and work cells. (1) Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for connecting, operating, and managing networked motion, distance, vibration, temperature, humidity, fill levels, pressure, and current sensors, safety sensors namely, surface acoustic wave sensors and proximity sensors, Lighting, and Industrial Wireless components, namely, wireless routers, local area network [lan] access points and computer network adapters for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; Cloud computing featuring software for operating factory machinery used in industrial factory operation safety sensors namely, surface acoustic wave sensors and proximity sensors, lighting controls, light switches, and electric light dimmers, and industrial wireless components namely, wireless routers, local area network [lan] access points and computer network adapters for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; cloud computing featuring software for operating factory machinery used in industrial process control.
The presently described technology relates to a system having a housing and an optical circuit disposed in the housing. The optical circuit has an emitter configured to emit an emitted optical signal and a receiver configured to receive a received optical signal. An optical transmission pathway extends from the emitter to the receiver. The optical transmission pathway is indirect. A manual actuator is coupled to the housing having an engaged position and a disengaged position. A baffle is fixed to the manual actuator, where the baffle obstructs the optical transmission pathway when the manual actuator is in the engaged position and the baffle is clear of the optical transmission pathway when the manual actuator is in the disengaged position.
G02B 6/35 - Optical coupling means having switching means
G02B 26/08 - Optical devices or arrangements for the control of light using movable or deformable optical elements for controlling the direction of light
G06F 9/30 - Arrangements for executing machine instructions, e.g. instruction decode
H04B 10/508 - Pulse generation, e.g. generation of solitons
The presently described technology relates to a system having a housing and an optical circuit disposed in the housing. The optical circuit has an emitter configured to emit an emitted optical signal and a receiver configured to receive a received optical signal. An optical transmission pathway extends from the emitter to the receiver. The optical transmission pathway is indirect. A manual actuator is coupled to the housing having an engaged position and a disengaged position. A baffle is fixed to the manual actuator, where the baffle obstructs the optical transmission pathway when the manual actuator is in the engaged position and the baffle is clear of the optical transmission pathway when the manual actuator is in the disengaged position.
G02B 6/35 - Optical coupling means having switching means
G02B 26/08 - Optical devices or arrangements for the control of light using movable or deformable optical elements for controlling the direction of light
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Microcontrollers; Microcontrollers for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; Self-contained and remote electronic sensors for industrial automation in manufacturing; machine safety products, namely, safety light curtains, safety laser scanners, safety electric interlock switches, safety electric controllers and integrated circuit modules, emergency stop switches, and electric stop control devices for factory machinery; machine vision products, namely, remote led displays, c-mount camera lenses, video monitors, mounts and mounting brackets adapted for cameras and sensors, laser line generators, electrical vision cables, vision sensor filters; wireless communication modules for voice, data or image transmission; antennas, voltage surge suppressors, electric cord sets, enclosures for sensors, and electric relay boxes; photoelectric based proximity and measuring sensors; ultrasonic based proximity and measuring sensors; radar based proximity and measuring sensors; sensors for detecting and measuring applications; pick-to-light sensors; pick-to-light indicators; sensors and detector units for use in controlling the actuation and operation of safety apparatus and equipment; vibration sensors; temperature sensors; fiber optics; capacitive sensors; geo-magnetic proximity and measuring sensors; vibration monitoring and measuring sensors; LED based indicator lights, namely, mobile tower lights, touch indicator lights, pick-to-lights for indicator panels, base mount indicators, t-style mount indicators, flush mount indicators and barrel mount indicators; Broadband wireless equipment, namely, telecommunications base station equipment for cellular and fixed networking and communications applications; downloadable software for connecting, operating, and managing networked Sensors, Safety sensors, Lighting, and Industrial Wireless components in the internet of things (IoT); downloadable software for operating factory machinery used in industrial factory operations Led based illumination products, namely, machine lighting, enclosure lighting for indoor and outdoor lighting applications, and lighting fixtures for visual inspection illumination and work cells Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for connecting, operating, and managing networked Sensors, Safety sensors, Lighting, and Industrial Wireless components in the internet of things (IoT); Cloud computing featuring software for operating factory machinery used in industrial factory operations
Some embodiments of the technology disclosed herein relate to a sensor device. An elongate sleeve has a first end and a second end and extends along a longitudinal axis. A plurality of sensors are fixed relative to the sleeve. A first endcap is coupled to the first end, where the first endcap has an endcap body. A first axle is coupled to the endcap body, where the first axle extends along the longitudinal axis and the first axle defines a retaining feature. An intermediate component is coupled to the first axle, and the intermediate component is selectively rotatable about the longitudinal axis. The sensor device has an orientation locking structure that is configured to be engaged to selectively fix the orientation of the intermediate component about the longitudinal axis relative to the endcap body.
B65G 15/64 - Arrangements for supporting or guiding belts, e.g. by fluid jets for automatically maintaining the position of the belts
B65G 39/16 - Arrangements of rollers mounted on framework for aligning belts or chains
B65G 43/02 - Control devices, e.g. for safety, warning or fault-correcting detecting dangerous physical condition of load- carriers, e.g. for interrupting the drive in the event of overheating
63.
SELECTABLE-SIGNAL THREE-DIMENSIONAL FILL MONITORING SENSOR
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a volumetric measurement system using three dimensional (3D) ToF cameras. In an illustrative example, a VMS may include at least one 3D distance sensor unit for monitoring a volume of objects in a region of interest (ROI). The VMS may, for example, include a set of user-defined parameters including the ROI, and temporal distribution of measurement attributes associated with the ROI. In some implementations, the VMS may be activated to automatically generate a set of error compensated volumetries. For example, the VMS may apply a 3D profile, generated based on signals received from the 3D distance sensor, to an error compensation model. Based on measurement attributes generated from applying the error compensation model, the VMS may, for example, generate a set of error compensated volumetries. Various embodiments may advantageously compensate for errors including occlusion of objects from the 3D distance sensor.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a volumetric measurement system using three dimensional (3D) ToF cameras. In an illustrative example, a VMS may include at least one 3D distance sensor unit for monitoring a volume of objects in a region of interest (ROI). The VMS may, for example, include a set of user-defined parameters including the ROI, and temporal distribution of measurement attributes associated with the ROI. In some implementations, the VMS may be activated to automatically generate a set of error compensated volumetrics. For example, the VMS may apply a 3D profile, generated based on signals received from the 3D distance sensor, to an error compensation model. Based on measurement attributes generated from applying the error compensation model, the VMS may, for example, generate a set of error compensated volumetrics. Various embodiments may advantageously compensate for errors including occlusion of objects from the 3D distance sensor.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a volumetric measurement system using three dimensional (3D) ToF cameras. In an illustrative example, a VMS may include at least one 3D distance sensor unit for monitoring a volume of objects in a region of interest (ROI). The VMS may, for example, include a set of user-defined parameters including the ROI, and temporal distribution of measurement attributes associated with the ROI. In some implementations, the VMS may be activated to automatically generate a set of error compensated volumetries. For example, the VMS may apply a 3D profile, generated based on signals received from the 3D distance sensor, to an error compensation model. Based on measurement attributes generated from applying the error compensation model, the VMS may, for example, generate a set of error compensated volumetries. Various embodiments may advantageously compensate for errors including occlusion of objects from the 3D distance sensor.
G01S 17/89 - Lidar systems, specially adapted for specific applications for mapping or imaging
G01S 13/88 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications
G01S 7/481 - Constructional features, e.g. arrangements of optical elements
G01F 23/00 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
Apparatus and associated methods relate to generating a wiring schema with more than one safety device sharing at least one test signal through one or more external terminal blocks when the number of terminals required by safety devices exceeds the number of available terminals of a safety controller. In an illustrative example, the method may include determining a total number of terminals A of safety devices to be connected to a safety evaluation device having a number of terminals B. If A is greater than B, the method may then include generating a wiring schema that one or more external terminal blocks may show indicia of electrical connections between an identified set of safety devices and a shared terminal of the safety evaluation device associated with that set. Various embodiments may advantageously expand a number of devices possible to be connected beyond a number of terminals.
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
G06F 30/12 - Geometric CAD characterised by design entry means specially adapted for CAD, e.g. graphical user interfaces [GUI] specially adapted for CAD
G06F 30/333 - Design for testability [DFT], e.g. scan chain or built-in self-test [BIST]
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Vibrational alarms facilitated by determination of motor on-off state in variable-duty multi-motor machines
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a vibrational sensing system (VSS) including an accelerometer and a data processor, which determines an “operational state” of a mechanical drive unit, the processor further employing the “operational state” to gate learning of long-term vibrational data to exclude collection of non-operational data, the long-term data collected to calculate alarm thresholds. For example, vibrations from a target motor are sensed by a coupled accelerometer. Vibrational data from the accelerometer is fed into a data processor which determines the operational state of the motor. The operational state (e.g., on/off indication) may gate data collection such that data is only acquired during on-time, which may advantageously create accurate baselines from which alarm thresholds may be generated, and nuisance alarms may be avoided.
OFFSET BRACKET AND ASSOCIATED STACKABLE COMMUNICATION HUB; DISTRIBUTED COMMUNICATION AND CONTROL SYSTEM USING CONCURRENT MULTI-CHANNEL MASTER UNIT; IN-LINE SIGNAL PROCESSING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a stackable distributed communication and control hub (DCCH) configured to provide a wide viewing angle for instantly inspecting multiple connections when multiple DCCHs are stacked. In an illustrative example, a DCCH may include multiple connection ports distributed on one or more edge surfaces. An offset bracket, for example, may couple two DCCHs, each at a coupling surface of the corresponding DCCH. Upon coupling, the DCCHs are held at substantially parallel planes. For example, a first DCCH is offset from a second DCCH in two directions. In a first direction, respective planes are offset along a vertical axis by a predetermined first offset. In a second direction, the DCCHs are offset by a predetermined second offset, orthogonal to the first direction. Various embodiments may advantageously allow visual status of the connection ports visible in at least one viewing angle along the vertical axis.
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
H04L 67/00 - Network arrangements or protocols for supporting network services or applications
H04L 69/08 - Protocols for interworkingProtocol conversion
H04L 69/18 - Multiprotocol handlers, e.g. single devices capable of handling multiple protocols
F16M 11/04 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
H05K 7/02 - Arrangements of circuit components or wiring on supporting structure
G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
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DISTRIBUTED COMMUNICATION AND CONTROL SYSTEM USING CONCURRENT MULTI-CHANNEL MASTER UNIT
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a stackable distributed communication and control hub (DCCH) configured to provide a wide viewing angle for instantly inspecting multiple connections when multiple DCCHs are stacked. In an illustrative example, a DCCH may include multiple connection ports distributed on one or more edge surfaces. An offset bracket, for example, may couple two DCCHs, each at a coupling surface of the corresponding DCCH. Upon coupling, the DCCHs are held at substantially parallel planes. For example, a first DCCH is offset from a second DCCH in two directions. In a first direction, respective planes are offset along a vertical axis by a predetermined first offset. In a second direction, the DCCHs are offset by a predetermined second offset, orthogonal to the first direction. Various embodiments may advantageously allow visual status of the connection ports visible in at least one viewing angle along the vertical axis.
F16M 11/04 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand
H04L 67/00 - Network arrangements or protocols for supporting network services or applications
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
Apparatus and associated methods relate to enabling a radar system to use different sensing mechanisms to estimate a distance from a target based on different detection zones (e.g., far-field and near-field). In an illustrative example, a curve fitting method may be applied for near-field sensing, and a Fourier transform may be used for far-field sensing. A predetermined set of rules may be applied to select when to use the near-field sensing mechanism and when to use the far-field mechanism. The frequency of a target signal within a beat signal that has less than two sinusoidal cycles may be estimated with improved accuracy. Accordingly, the distance of a target that is within a predetermined distance range (e.g., two meters range for 24 GHz ISM band limitation) may be reliably estimated.
G01S 13/34 - Systems for measuring distance only using transmission of continuous waves, whether amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated, or unmodulated using transmission of continuous, frequency-modulated waves while heterodyning the received signal, or a signal derived therefrom, with a locally-generated signal related to the contemporaneously transmitted signal
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a method of non-contact motion detection. A one-dimensional optical sensor detects motion of a target or objects on a conveyor belt through a continuous measurement of targets or objects and a real-time comparison of the pixel images captured by the one-dimensional optical sensor. In an illustrative embodiment, a one-dimensional sensor may be configured to determine motion of objects based on changes to the captured intensities of pixel images over time. The sensor may continually capture photoelectric pixel images and compare a current pixel image with a previous pixel image to determine a frame differential image value. The frame differential image value is evaluated against a predetermined threshold over a predetermined time period. Based on the evaluation, a signal is output indicating whether the objects on the conveyor belt are moving or jammed.
G06T 7/246 - Analysis of motion using feature-based methods, e.g. the tracking of corners or segments
G06T 7/285 - Analysis of motion using a sequence of stereo image pairs
G06T 7/254 - Analysis of motion involving subtraction of images
G01S 13/75 - Systems using reradiation of radio waves, e.g. secondary radar systemsAnalogous systems using transponders powered from received waves, e.g. using passive transponders
G01S 13/87 - Combinations of radar systems, e.g. primary radar and secondary radar
G01S 13/00 - Systems using the reflection or reradiation of radio waves, e.g. radar systemsAnalogous systems using reflection or reradiation of waves whose nature or wavelength is irrelevant or unspecified
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a stretchable cover assembly (100, 600, 1000, 1200) permeable to electromagnetic signals formed within an enclosed device envelope to increase the resilience of the actuator body envelope against high-pressure fluid. In an illustrative example, a cover assembly is configured to encapsulate an electronic device (101, 1000, 1200). For example, the cover assembly may include a unitary envelope formed from a translucent, radio permissive, and ultraviolet light reflective material. An internal cavity defined by the unitary envelope may repeatedly receive substantially an entire exposed surface of the electronic device. The cover assembly may include an elastic opening that, in a relaxed state, the elastic opening is configured to be sealingly pressed against the enclosed electronic device forming a seal around the entire elastic opening to form a dust-tight and watertight cover. Various embodiments may advantageously protect the enclosed electronic device while selectively permitting electromagnetic signals to pass through.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a lens alignment system having opposing end effectors configured to control a position of a rigid lens body with respect to a plane. In an illustrative example, each of the opposing end effectors may engage a corresponding receptacle on respective opposite faces of the lens body. Each of the end effectors may, for example, frictionally contacts each of the corresponding receptacles within a respective portion of each of at least two contact regions. During the engagement, each of the contact regions may, for example, lie on opposite sides of an axis of rotation that extends between the end effectors. In response to at least a predetermined minimum net moment applied to the lens body, the lens body may, for example, be rotatable about the axis of rotation. Various embodiments may advantageously enable precise and/or rapid positioning of the lens body in the plane.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a select frequency phase measurement (SFPM) time of flight (TOF) system including an emitter and a receiver. The emitter may generate a modulated emitted signal by at least one frequency. The emitted signal may, for example, be a pulsed light signal. The receiver may generate a signal in response to receiving a reflection of the emitted signal off a target object. An ADC element may digitize a signal generated by the receiving element, and a reference signal generated by a monitored signal of the modulated emitted signal. A processing element may generate a phase signal using single frequency analysis of the digitized signals. A distance measurement signal may be generated as a function of the phase signal. Various embodiments may, for example, advantageously enable sub- millisecond sensor response times using commodity processing elements.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a field selectable gain mode system. In an illustrative example, an APD-based sensor may, for example, have two or more predetermined gain modes. The gain modes may, for example, be activated in response to a selection signal(s) generated by a user. For example, the APD-based sensor may apply the user-selected gain mode by independently controlling a circuit gain, an emitter gain, and an APD gain. When the user selection signal is selected, for example, a controller may apply corresponding independent gain parameters to the circuit gain, the emitter gain, and the APD gain, such that a collective high dynamic range sensor system is provided. For example, the independent gain parameters may include a range of control voltages, a range of control current, and/or a range of gain input. Various embodiments may advantageously achieve increased accuracy across an extended operating range of gain values.
H04B 10/077 - Arrangements for monitoring or testing transmission systemsArrangements for fault measurement of transmission systems using an in-service signal using a supervisory or additional signal
H04B 10/079 - Arrangements for monitoring or testing transmission systemsArrangements for fault measurement of transmission systems using an in-service signal using measurements of the data signal
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a lens alignment system having opposing end effectors configured to control a position of a rigid lens body with respect to a plane. In an illustrative example, each of the opposing end effectors may engage a corresponding receptacle on respective opposite faces of the lens body. Each of the end effectors may, for example, frictionally contacts each of the corresponding receptacles within a respective portion of each of at least two contact regions. During the engagement, each of the contact regions may, for example, lie on opposite sides of an axis of rotation that extends between the end effectors. In response to at least a predetermined minimum net moment applied to the lens body, the lens body may, for example, be rotatable about the axis of rotation. Various embodiments may advantageously enable precise and/or rapid positioning of the lens body in the plane.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a field selectable gain mode system. In an illustrative example, an APD-based sensor may, for example, have two or more predetermined gain modes. The gain modes may, for example, be activated in response to a selection signal(s) generated by a user. For example, the APD-based sensor may apply the user-selected gain mode by independently controlling a circuit gain, an emitter gain, and an APD gain. When the user selection signal is selected, for example, a controller may apply corresponding independent gain parameters to the circuit gain, the emitter gain, and the APD gain, such that a collective high dynamic range sensor system is provided. For example, the independent gain parameters may include a range of control voltages, a range of control current, and/or a range of gain input. Various embodiments may advantageously achieve increased accuracy across an extended operating range of gain values.
G02B 6/28 - Optical coupling means having data bus means, i.e. plural waveguides interconnected and providing an inherently bidirectional system by mixing and splitting signals
H01S 3/00 - Lasers, i.e. devices using stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation in the infrared, visible or ultraviolet wave range
H04B 10/00 - Transmission systems employing electromagnetic waves other than radio-waves, e.g. infrared, visible or ultraviolet light, or employing corpuscular radiation, e.g. quantum communication
H04B 10/077 - Arrangements for monitoring or testing transmission systemsArrangements for fault measurement of transmission systems using an in-service signal using a supervisory or additional signal
H04B 10/079 - Arrangements for monitoring or testing transmission systemsArrangements for fault measurement of transmission systems using an in-service signal using measurements of the data signal
Triangulation sensor comprising a first optical communication device defines a first translation plane and secured in a particular position along the plane
A sensor device has a metal sensor housing with a housing base coupled to a frame base of a metal optical frame. A device mounting plate is orthogonal to the frame base. A securing device secures an optical communication device to the device mounting plate. A barrel mounting channel has first and second sidewalls, each extending obliquely to the frame base and defining a linear translation pathway along the frame base for a metal lens barrel. A fastener secures the metal lens barrel to the first and second sidewalls. A glass lens is in contact with three protrusions extending outward from an inner annular surface of the lens barrel. The optical communication device is configured to be in optical communication with the lens and is secured in a particular position in a translation plane mutually defined by the device mounting plate and the optical communication device.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a lens alignment system having opposing end effectors configured to control a position of a rigid lens body with respect to a plane. In an illustrative example, each of the opposing end effectors may engage a corresponding receptacle on respective opposite faces of the lens body. Each of the end effectors may, for example, frictionally contacts each of the corresponding receptacles within a respective portion of each of at least two contact regions. During the engagement, each of the contact regions may, for example, lie on opposite sides of an axis of rotation that extends between the end effectors. In response to at least a predetermined minimum net moment applied to the lens body, the lens body may, for example, be rotatable about the axis of rotation. Various embodiments may advantageously enable precise and/or rapid positioning of the lens body in the plane.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to detection systems with chatter-mitigated output indication. In an illustrative example, a sensor may generate a detection signal as a function of a physical relationship of a target to the sensor. A control circuit may, for example, generate a control signal in response to the detection signal and as a function of a predetermined indication response profile defining a transition threshold for each of multiple nominal transition points. A light-emitting indicator array may, for example, generate spatially distributed indication in response to the control signal. The indication may, for example, change from a first spatial distribution to a second spatial distribution in response to the detection signal crossing a first nominal transition point by at least a corresponding transition threshold (li). Various embodiments may, for example, advantageously prevent the visual indication from responding to perturbations in the detection signal.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a side-mounted field-installable indication module (SMFIIM) configured to reflect a status of a manufacturing area (e.g., a status a machine, status a light curtain). In an illustrative example, the SMFIIM may include a light emitting module configured to emit a visual indicium corresponding to the status of the manufacturing area, and a coupling member configured to be releasably captured within a longitudinally extending channel of a housing of a light curtain. After installation, for example, the SMFIIM may be disposed on a side of and substantially parallel to the housing. The light emitting module may emit the visual indicium in an emitting plane oriented at an angle less than 90° to a plane tangential to a mounting surface of the light curtain housing. Various embodiments may advantageously provide a wide viewing angle of the light emitting module around the lighting curtain.
F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact
G01V 8/20 - Detecting, e.g. by using light barriers using multiple transmitters or receivers
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FIELD INSTALLABLE LIGHT CURTAIN SIDE STATUS MODULE
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a side-mounted field-installable indication module (SMFIIM) configured to reflect a status of a manufacturing area (e.g., a status a machine, status a light curtain). In an illustrative example, the SMFIIM may include a light emitting module configured to emit a visual indicium corresponding to the status of the manufacturing area, and a coupling member configured to be releasably captured within a longitudinally extending channel of a housing of a light curtain. After installation, for example, the SMFIIM may be disposed on a side of and substantially parallel to the housing. The light emitting module may emit the visual indicium in an emitting plane oriented at an angle less than 90° to a plane tangential to a mounting surface of the light curtain housing. Various embodiments may advantageously provide a wide viewing angle of the light emitting module around the lighting curtain.
G01V 8/20 - Detecting, e.g. by using light barriers using multiple transmitters or receivers
F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact
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SELF-CONTAINED RANGE DETECTION SYSTEMS WITH RECONFIGURABLE CHATTER-MITIGATED OUTPUT INDICATION
F21S 8/08 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation with a standard
F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
F21W 111/027 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for signalling, marking or indicating, not provided for in groups for roads, paths or the like for indicating kerbs, steps or stairs
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a side-mounted field-installable indication module (SMFIIM) configured to reflect a status of a manufacturing area (e.g., a status of a machine, status of a light curtain). In an illustrative example, the SMFIIM may include a light emitting module configured to emit a visual indicium corresponding to the status of the manufacturing area, and a coupling member configured to be releasably captured within a longitudinally extending channel of a housing of a light curtain. After installation, for example, the SMFIIM may be disposed on a side of and substantially parallel to the housing. The light emitting module may emit the visual indicium in an emitting plane oriented at an angle less than 90° to a plane tangential to a mounting surface of the light curtain housing. Various embodiments may advantageously provide a wide viewing angle of the light emitting module around the lighting curtain.
G08B 5/36 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources
G01V 8/20 - Detecting, e.g. by using light barriers using multiple transmitters or receivers
F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an alignment system including an alignment source module (ASM) and an alignment indicator module (AIM) configured to be releasably coupled to a first unit and a second unit, respectively, of a pair of optoelectronic arrays. In an illustrative example, the ASM may be oriented, when coupled, to emit an optical beam in substantial alignment with a first optical axis of the first unit. The AIM may, for example, be configured, when coupled, to provide a visible indication when the optical beam is within a predetermined near-alignment orientation range relative to a second optical axis of the second unit. Each of the AIM and the ASM may, for example, be configured to axially couple along respective longitudinal axes of the first unit and the second. Various embodiments may advantageously facilitate manipulation of the pair of optoelectronic arrays into near alignment with each other.
G01V 13/00 - Manufacturing, calibrating, cleaning, or repairing instruments or devices covered by groups
F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact
G01V 8/20 - Detecting, e.g. by using light barriers using multiple transmitters or receivers
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an alignment system including an alignment source module (ASM) and an alignment indicator module (AIM) configured to be releasably coupled to a first unit and a second unit, respectively, of a pair of optoelectronic arrays. In an illustrative example, the ASM may be oriented, when coupled, to emit an optical beam in substantial alignment with a first optical axis of the first unit. The AIM may, for example, be configured, when coupled, to provide a visible indication when the optical beam is within a predetermined near-alignment orientation range relative to a second optical axis of the second unit. Each of the AIM and the ASM may, for example, be configured to axially couple along respective longitudinal axes of the first unit and the second. Various embodiments may advantageously facilitate manipulation of the pair of optoelectronic arrays into near alignment with each other.
F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact
G01V 8/20 - Detecting, e.g. by using light barriers using multiple transmitters or receivers
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an alignment system including an alignment source module (ASM) and an alignment indicator module (AIM) configured to be releasably coupled to a first unit and a second unit, respectively, of a pair of optoelectronic arrays. In an illustrative example, the ASM may be oriented, when coupled, to emit an optical beam in substantial alignment with a first optical axis of the first unit. The AIM may, for example, be configured, when coupled, to provide a visible indication when the optical beam is within a predetermined near-alignment orientation range relative to a second optical axis of the second unit. Each of the AIM and the ASM may, for example, be configured to axially couple along respective longitudinal axes of the first unit and the second. Various embodiments may advantageously facilitate manipulation of the pair of optoelectronic arrays into near alignment with each other.
F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact
G01V 8/20 - Detecting, e.g. by using light barriers using multiple transmitters or receivers
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Goods & Services
Microcontrollers; microcontrollers for internet of things
(IoT) enabled devices; self-contained and remote electronic
sensors for industrial automation in manufacturing; machine
safety products, namely, safety light curtains, safety laser
scanners, safety electric interlock switches, safety
electric controllers and integrated circuit modules,
emergency stop switches, and electric stop control devices
for factory machinery; machine vision products, namely,
remote led displays, c-mount camera lenses, video monitors,
mounts and mounting brackets adapted for cameras and
sensors, laser line generators, electrical vision cables,
vision sensor filters; wireless communication modules for
voice, data or image transmission; antennas, voltage surge
suppressors, electric cord sets, enclosures for sensors, and
electric relay boxes; photoelectric based proximity and
measuring sensors; ultrasonic based proximity and measuring
sensors; radar based proximity and measuring sensors;
sensors for detecting and measuring applications;
pick-to-light sensors; pick-to-light indicators; sensors and
detector units for use in controlling the actuation and
operation of safety apparatus and equipment; vibration
sensors; temperature sensors; fiber optics; capacitive
sensors; geo-magnetic proximity and measuring sensors;
vibration monitoring and measuring sensors; led based light
indicators, namely, touch light indicators, pick-to-light
indicator panels, base mount indicators, t-style mount
indicators, flush mount indicators and barrel mount
indicators; broadband wireless equipment, namely,
telecommunications base station equipment for cellular and
fixed networking and communications applications;
downloadable software for connecting, operating, and
managing networked sensors, safety sensors, lighting, and
industrial wireless components in the internet of things
(IoT); downloadable software for use in industrial factory
operations. Led based illumination products, namely, machine lighting,
enclosure lighting for indoor and outdoor lighting
applications, and lighting fixtures for visual inspection
illumination and work cells; led based indicator lights,
namely, mobile tower lights. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based
software for connecting, operating, and managing networked
sensors, safety sensors, lighting, and industrial wireless
components in the internet of things (IoT); cloud computing
featuring software for use in industrial factory operations.
A sensor device having a sensor housing and a printed circuit board coupled to the sensor housing. A light emitting device is coupled to the printed circuit board. The light emitting device has an emitter face defining an emission face area. An aperture plate is coupled to the sensor housing, the aperture plate defines an aperture having an aperture area that is less than the emission face area of the emitter face. The aperture is less than 1 mm from the emitter face wherein the light emitting device is not fixed to the aperture plate. A lens is coupled to the sensor housing, having an optical axis extending through the aperture. The aperture plate is positioned between the lens and the emitter face. Boresighting angle variation across sensor components on a manufacturing line may advantageously be reduced without increased cost associated with active alignment. Irradiance drop-out may also be reduced.
A sensor device having a sensor housing and a printed circuit board coupled to the sensor housing. A light emitting device is coupled to the printed circuit board. The light emitting device has an emitter face defining an emission face area. An aperture plate is coupled to the sensor housing, the aperture plate defines an aperture having an aperture area that is less than the emission face area of the emitter face. The aperture is less than 1mm from the emitter face wherein the light emitting device is not fixed to the aperture plate. A lens is coupled to the sensor housing, having an optical axis extending through the aperture. The aperture plate is positioned between the lens and the emitter face. Boresighting angle variation across sensor components on a manufacturing line may advantageously be reduced without increased cost associated with active alignment. Irradiance drop-out may also be reduced.
A sensor device having a sensor housing and a printed circuit board coupled to the sensor housing. A light emitting device is coupled to the printed circuit board. The light emitting device has an emitter face defining an emission face area. An aperture plate is coupled to the sensor housing, the aperture plate defines an aperture having an aperture area that is less than the emission face area of the emitter face. The aperture is less than 1mm from the emitter face wherein the light emitting device is not fixed to the aperture plate. A lens is coupled to the sensor housing, having an optical axis extending through the aperture. The aperture plate is positioned between the lens and the emitter face. Boresighting angle variation across sensor components on a manufacturing line may advantageously be reduced without increased cost associated with active alignment. Irradiance drop-out may also be reduced.
The current technology relates to a device for performing location triangulation on an object of interest. The device can include an elongate frame defining a sensor plane. The device can further include distance sensors equally spaced and fixed to the elongate frame. A distance sensor can sense an object distance outwardly from the sensor plane. The device can further include a processor coupled to the distance sensors and configured to triangulate a location of a first object outwardly from the sensor plane based on the object distance sensed by the plurality of distance sensors. Other example systems and methods are also described.
G01B 11/14 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring distance or clearance between spaced objects or spaced apertures
G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
G06V 20/52 - Surveillance or monitoring of activities, e.g. for recognising suspicious objects
The current technology relates to a device for performing location triangulation on an object of interest. The device can include an elongate frame defining a sensor plane. The device can further include distance sensors equally spaced and fixed to the elongate frame. A distance sensor can sense an object distance outwardly from the sensor plane. The device can further include a processor coupled to the distance sensors and configured to triangulate a location of a first object outwardly from the sensor plane based on the object distance sensed by the plurality of distance sensors. Other example systems and methods are also described.
The current technology relates to a device for performing location triangulation on an object of interest. The device can include an elongate frame defining a sensor plane. The device can further include distance sensors equally spaced and fixed to the elongate frame. A distance sensor can sense an object distance outwardly from the sensor plane. The device can further include a processor coupled to the distance sensors and configured to triangulate a location of a first object outwardly from the sensor plane based on the object distance sensed by the plurality of distance sensors. Other example systems and methods are also described.
G01B 11/14 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring distance or clearance between spaced objects or spaced apertures
G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
G06V 20/52 - Surveillance or monitoring of activities, e.g. for recognising suspicious objects
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PIXEL DOMAIN FIELD CALIBRATION OF TRIANGULATION SENSORS
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a field-adjustable distance sensor configured to translate a transfer function of the sensor by a substantially constant value in a position domain by calibration at one or more known distances. In an illustrative example, the transfer function may correlate multiple distances to corresponding position vectors describing a position of a light signal on a receiver. The receiver may, for example, generate a detection signal corresponding to a position on the receiver of a light signal reflected off a target. A control circuit may, for example, generate a position vector in response to the detection signal. A calibration constant (C) may be generated, for example, as a function of a known distance of the target and position vector. C may be applied, for example, to translate the transfer function in the position domain. Various embodiments may advantageously reduce non-linear error in a distance sensor.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a field-adjustable distance sensor configured to translate a transfer function of the sensor by a substantially constant value in a position domain by calibration at one or more known distances. In an illustrative example, the transfer function may correlate multiple distances to corresponding position vectors describing a position of a light signal on a receiver. The receiver may, for example, generate a detection signal corresponding to a position on the receiver of a light signal reflected off a target. A control circuit may, for example, generate a position vector in response to the detection signal. A calibration constant (C) may be generated, for example, as a function of a known distance of the target and position vector. C may be applied, for example, to translate the transfer function in the position domain. Various embodiments may advantageously reduce non-linear error in a distance sensor.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to a field-adjustable distance sensor configured to translate a transfer function of the sensor by a substantially constant value in a position domain by calibration at one or more known distances. In an illustrative example, the transfer function may correlate multiple distances to corresponding position vectors describing a position of a light signal on a receiver. The receiver may, for example, generate a detection signal corresponding to a position on the receiver of a light signal reflected off a target. A control circuit may, for example, generate a position vector in response to the detection signal. A calibration constant (C) may be generated, for example, as a function of a known distance of the target and position vector. C may be applied, for example, to translate the transfer function in the position domain. Various embodiments may advantageously reduce non-linear error in a distance sensor.
Apparatus and associated methods relate to detecting jams when an intensity of a reflected signal exceeds a predetermined intensity threshold and an intensity window metric based on historic intensity value(s) fails to exceed an intensity window threshold for more than a predetermined time threshold. In an illustrative example, a jam detection unit (JDU) may emit a signal and detect a reflection of the signal. The JDU may, for example, compare intensity of the reflected signal to the intensity threshold. The JDU, for example, may compare the intensity threshold with at least one historic intensity value to determine the intensity window metric. If the intensity value exceeds the intensity threshold and the intensity window metric has not exceeded the intensity window threshold for longer than the time threshold, then the JDU may, for example, generate a jam signal. Various embodiments may advantageously detect jams based on intensity of a reflected signal.
G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
G01S 7/41 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group using analysis of echo signal for target characterisationTarget signatureTarget cross-section
G01S 13/42 - Simultaneous measurement of distance and other coordinates
G01S 13/58 - Velocity or trajectory determination systemsSense-of-movement determination systems
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(1) Microcontrollers; microcontrollers for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; self-contained and remote electronic motion sensors for industrial automation in manufacturing; computer hardware communication modules for use in electronic devices using the internet of things for voice, data and image transmission; radio signal antennas, voltage surge suppressors, electric cord sets, enclosures for sensors, and electric relay boxes; ultrasonic based proximity and distance measuring sensors; vibration sensors; temperature sensors; broadband wireless equipment, namely, telecommunications base station equipment for cellular and fixed networking and communications applications; downloadable computer software for connecting, operating, and managing networked temperature, vibration, pressure, and motion sensors, safety sensors namely, surface acoustic wave sensors and proximity sensors, lighting controls, light switches, and electric light dimmers, and industrial wireless components namely, wireless routers, local area network [lan] access points and computer network adapters for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; downloadable computer software for operating factory machinery used in industrial process control. (1) Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based computer software for connecting, operating, and managing networked temperature, vibration, pressure, and motion sensors, safety sensors namely, surface acoustic wave sensors and proximity sensors, lighting controls, light switches, and electric light dimmers, and industrial wireless components namely, wireless routers, local area network [lan] access points and computer network adapters for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; cloud computing featuring software for operating factory machinery used in industrial process control.
