A variable aperture assembly is provided. For example, a variable aperture assembly comprises a piezoelectric annular bending disc, a polymer disc coupled to the bending disc, a cover glass coupled to the polymer disc, and a light absorptive fluid contained in a space between the polymer disc and the cover glass. The bending disc is selectively deformable when a voltage is applied. The polymer disc has a convex portion curved toward the cover glass. An area of contact between the convex portion and the cover glass defines an optical aperture. A size of the optical aperture is controlled by controlling a size of the area of contact between the convex portion and the cover glass. The size of the area of contact between the convex portion and the cover glass is controlled by controlling the voltage applied to the bending disc.
A system comprises a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader, a presence detector, and at least one processor operationally coupled to the RFID reader and the presence detector. The at least one processor determines, whether a RFID tag and a RFID tag read time are identified; determine, via the presence detector, a last movement time period; determines whether the RFID tag read time is within the last movement time period; determines whether the RFID tag is on a tag list and update the RFID tag to a tag list when the RFID tag read time is within or not within the last movement time period and RFID tag is on the tag list, or add the RFID tag to a stray list when the RFID tag read time is within or not within the last movement time period and the RFID tag is not on tag list.
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
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METHODS, APPARATUSES, AND SYSTEMS FOR DETECTING PRINTING DEFECTS AND CONTAMINATED COMPONENTS OF A PRINTER
A method for printing defect detection includes processing and analyzing a difference image obtained by comparing an image scanned with a verifier to a reference image. The detected defects are grouped, and the grouping is refined. Confidence level values are then assigned to the refined groups, and analysis is performed to determine if one or more servicing actions should be taken.
H04N 1/00 - Scanning, transmission or reproduction of documents or the like, e.g. facsimile transmissionDetails thereof
G06K 5/02 - Methods or arrangements for verifying the correctness of markings on a record carrierColumn-detection devices the verifying forming a part of the marking action
A scanner comprising at least one laser source configured to emit laser beam onto a first target within a field of view (FOV). Further, one or more sensors are configured to determine a distance between the scanner and the first target within the FOV. Further, one or more processors are operationally coupled with the at least one laser source and the one or more sensors. Further, the one or more processors are configured to receive the distance from the one or more sensors. Further, the one or more processors are configured to compare the distance with a predefined threshold value to determine whether the first target is in far-field. Thereafter, the one or more processors are configured to operate the at least one laser source in a flicking-aimer mode on determining the first target is in far-field.
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 17/08 - Systems determining position data of a target for measuring distance only
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
A ribbon take-up hub for a printer is disclosed. The ribbon take-up hub comprises a centre hub configured to be coupled to a rotatable component of the printer. The centre hub comprising a button. Further, one or more arc shaped blocks are positioned in proximity to the centre hub, and a plurality of tension holders are attached to the centre hub. Further, upon pressing of the button, the plurality of tension holders retracts inside the centre hub to facilitate placement and winding of a ribbon between the plurality of tension holders and the one or more arc shaped blocks. Further, upon releasing the button, the plurality of tension holders extends from the centre hub to clamp the winded ribbon between the plurality of tension holders and the one or more arc shaped blocks.
A data entry and scanning apparatus that includes a commercially available mobile device wherein said commercially available mobile device with a touch screen display, a processor, and a wireless communications network access point, a scanning device, an interface, and a power source that external to the commercially available mobile device and connected to the interface, and a casing that does not cover the touch screen display.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
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
H04M 1/21 - Combinations with auxiliary equipment, e.g. with clocks or memoranda pads
H04M 1/72403 - User interfaces specially adapted for cordless or mobile telephones with means for local support of applications that increase the functionality
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SYSTEM AND METHOD TO DETERMINE AND HIGHLIGHT DEFECTIVE LABELS
A system is disclosed. The system comprises at least one reader configured to scan one or more labels and at least one processor communicatively coupled to the at least one reader. Further, the at least one processor is configured to determine a grade value or encoded information associated with each of the one or more labels based at least on the scanning, compare the determined grade value or the encoded information with a predefined threshold value associated with each of the one or more labels, and determine at least one defective label from the one or more labels, based at least on the comparison, and a light projector communicatively coupled to the at least one processor. Thereafter, the light projector is configured to project one or more light patterns over the at least one defective label to highlight the at least one defective label to a user.
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
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
A cradle configured to hold an electronic device is disclosed. The cradle comprising a hook positioned at least partially within a housing. The hook comprising a first portion having a first elongated member and an elongated cavity and a second portion having a second elongated member. A spring is disposed within the elongated cavity of the hook, and a cam is movably connected to the hook and having a first locking pit and a second locking pit. When the cradle is positioned in a horizontal orientation, the hook is engaged with the first locking pit. When the cradle is moved from the horizontal orientation to a vertical orientation, the first elongated member protrudes from the housing and the second elongated member engaged with the second locking pit. Thereafter, the first elongated member is configured to engage with the electronic device to prevent the electronic device from falling from the cradle.
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
Embodiments of the disclosure include methods, computer program products, and apparatuses configured for selecting a lens focusing scheme based on a detectability level of an aimer pattern. An imaging engine projects an aimer pattern onto a target object within a field of view of a first imager of an imaging engine. The imaging engine acquires a first image of the target object via the first imager. The imaging engine selects a lens focusing scheme based on a detectability level of the aimer pattern in the first image, in which selection of the lens focusing scheme is between a first lens focusing scheme associated with a location of the aimer pattern and a second lens focusing scheme associated with at least one predefined lens position. The imaging engine determines a focus position for a lens in accordance with the lens focusing scheme.
H04N 23/67 - Focus control based on electronic image sensor signals
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
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof provided with illuminating means
13.
DEVICES AND METHODS FOR EMBEDDED SUBSCRIBER IDENTITY MODULE PROVISIONING
A method and device for embedded subscriber identity module (eSIM) provisioning is provided. In some embodiments, the device comprises at least one processing element. Upon the device powering up, the at least one processing element determines if an ESIM-PROVISION near-field communication (NFC) emulated card exists on the device. If the at least one processing element determines that the ESIM-PROVISION NFC emulated card does not exist on the device, the at least one processing element (i) determines a first unique identifier corresponding to the device and a second unique identifier corresponding to an eSIM of the device and (ii) creates and stores the ESIM-PROVISION NFC emulated card containing the first unique identifier, the second unique identifier, and an empty eSIM activation code field.
A system to detect improper media loading is disclosed. The system comprises at least one media sensor installed within a printer and configured to determine information related to an angle of at least one arm that rotates in a predefined path upon receiving a media within printer, or a distance between media and at least one media sensor. Further, at least one processor is communicatively coupled to the at least one media sensor and configured to receive determined information related to angle or distance between media and at least one media sensor, from the at least one media sensor. The at least one processor compares the determined information with a predefined threshold value range associated with angle of at least one arm or distance. Thereafter, the at least one processor determines improper loading of the media within the printer based at least on the comparison.
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to utilizing geometric image cropping for improved image processing. Such geometric image cropping improves efficiency and/or throughput of various image processing tasks, for example for reading a machine-readable symbology via a specially-configured scanner. Some embodiments generate cropping parameter(s) using raytracing projections from lens data and ranging data for use in cropping image(s). Some embodiments generate cropping parameter(s) using magnification estimation for use in cropping image(s). Generated cropping parameter(s) may be stored via a reader, for example to a range-parameter table, to efficiently be retrieved and utilized for cropping subsequently captured images while remaining accurate and efficient for image processing.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
An example system is provided. In some embodiments, the system may include a coupler. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a first ground layer. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a conductive layer. In some embodiments, the conductive layer is substantially infinite shaped. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a first dielectric layer positioned between the first ground layer and the conductive layer. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a second ground layer having an aperture. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a second dielectric layer positioned between the conductive layer and the second ground layer. In some embodiments, the system may include a feed path configured to transport a plurality of radio frequency identification transponders through a defined region proximate the coupler. In some embodiments, the system may include a controller.
H01P 5/02 - Coupling devices of the waveguide type with invariable factor of coupling
G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
A single piece light pipe is designed to provide dual-field, multi-color, multi-directional illumination. The light pipe is combined with a single PCB having a plurality of LEDS to create a compact illuminator that can selectively provide dark field and bright field with red, green, blue color, broad spectrum, or combination of any color in horizontal, vertical, diagonal, or combination of any direction. The single piece light pipe is compact in size and light in weight. The non-closed form option not only can further reduce the weight but also can allow arrange opening area clearance for: (1) visual aiming and alignment in application, especially for hand held application; (2) reducing illumination crosstalk to unwanted directions; and for (3) mechanical integration. The improvements allow the illuminator to read direct product marking (DPM) type of barcodes.
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
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APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR SAMPLE TESTING
Provided herein is a printhead for a printing apparatus. The printhead comprises a first burn line of heating elements disposed on a first surface of the printhead, and a second burn line of heating elements disposed on a second surface of the printhead. The second surface is opposite to the first surface. Thereafter, one of the first burn line of heating elements or the second burn line of heating elements is configured to perform a printing operation.
B41J 2/345 - Typewriters or selective printing mechanisms characterised by the printing or marking process for which they are designed characterised by selective application of heat to a heat sensitive printing or impression-transfer material using thermal heads characterised by the arrangement of resistors or conductors
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
A method and system for inventory management is disclosed. The inventory management method comprises sensing, via at least one RFID reader, RFID tag information for each of one or more packages based on at least one RFID tag associated with each of the one or more packages. The inventory management method further comprises sensing, via at least one radar sensor, a respective location for each of the one or more packages. The inventory management method further comprises comparing, via an angle alert framework, the respective location for each of the one or more packages with a predetermined manifest information. Thereafter, the inventory management method comprises determining, via one or more processors, a placement of each of the one or more packages based at least on the comparison.
G06Q 10/087 - Inventory or stock management, e.g. order filling, procurement or balancing against orders
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
An antenna is provided. The antenna includes, but not limited to, a ground element having a first shape, a radiating element having a second shape, and an enclosure having the second shape. The radiating element is electrically coupled with the ground element and the enclosure encloses the radiating element. The second shape of the enclosure and the radiating element is different from the first shape of the ground element.
A printer or other machine providing tangible outputs are provided. The printer comprises a base unit defining a storage compartment configured to house a printing mechanism of the printer. The printer includes a detachable cover movably attached to the base unit via one of a first pivoting mechanism and a second pivoting mechanism. The detachable cover is configured to be pivoted about a first pivoting axis defined by the first pivoting mechanism for moving the detachable cover in a first opening direction. The detachable cover is configured to be pivoted about a second pivoting axis defined by the second pivoting mechanism for moving the detachable cover in a second opening direction different from the first opening direction.
A gas detector is provided. The gas detector has a housing defining a cavity and a display module is disposed within the cavity. The display module has a first PCB, a base plate, a metal enclosure, and a thermal gap pad. The metal enclosure is positioned on top of the base plate, and the thermal gap pad is disposed in between the metal enclosure and the second PCB. The second PCB is disposed on top of the thermal gap pad.
A scanning apparatus comprising a control system configured to determine a type of a removable power source connected to the scanning apparatus, select one or more charging parameters based on the determined type of the removable power source, transmit the selected one or more charging parameters to a universal power interface and/or a charging circuit, modify an operational mode of the scanning apparatus based on the selected one or more charging parameters, determine if a charge of the removable power source is less than a predetermined power threshold, determine if the scanning apparatus is mounted on a charging cradle, and initiate charging of the removable power source if it is determined that the charge of the removable power source is less than the predetermined power threshold and the scanning apparatus is mounted on the charging cradle.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
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H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
H02J 7/34 - Parallel operation in networks using both storage and other DC sources, e.g. providing buffering
Embodiments provide apparatuses, computer-implemented methods, and computer program products for generating an augmented aimer and using the augmented aimer to generate an augmented image. The augmented image is usable to aim a device, such as a reader, that captures image(s) for processing to detect and/or decode machine-readable symbologies therein. Some example embodiments include improved reader(s) configured to generate and/or utilize the augmented aimer. Some embodiments include receiving a first image captured by a first imager of at least one imager. Some embodiments further include generating, utilizing the first image, an augmented image comprising an augmented aimer corresponding to an optical center point associated with the first imager. Some embodiments further include causing rendering of the augmented image to at least one user interface. Some embodiments further include processing the first image to attempt reading of at least one machine-readable symbology in the first image.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
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
G06T 11/60 - Editing figures and textCombining figures or text
H04N 23/67 - Focus control based on electronic image sensor signals
Systems, apparatuses, methods, and computer program products are provided. A method may include identifying map data representing a physical layout of a building and one or more locations in the building. In some embodiments, the method may include determining that a mobile device is moving from a first location of the one or more locations in the building to a second location of the one or more locations in the building using one or more inertial sensors associated with the mobile device. In some embodiments, the method may include switching the mobile device from an active state to an inactive state. In some embodiments, the method may include determining that the mobile device has reached the second location using the one or more inertial sensors associated with the mobile device. In some embodiments, the method may include switching the mobile device from the inactive state to the active state.
Systems apparatuses, methods, and computer program products for activating or deactivating a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader are provided herein. For example, a system provided herein may include a plurality of switches. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of switches comprises an energy harvesting component and a switch controller. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of switches is configured to transmit a signal in response to being triggered. In some embodiments, the system may include a RFID trigger circuitry. In some embodiments, the RFID trigger circuitry is configured to receive one or more signals from one or more of the plurality of switches. In some embodiments, the RFID trigger circuitry is configured to activate or deactivate a RFID reader based at least in part on the one or more signals received from one or more of the plurality of switches.
G06F 1/3206 - Monitoring of events, devices or parameters that trigger a change in power modality
G06K 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers
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
A robotic system includes a robotic arm having an end effector to move a plurality of articles from a first location to a second location, a first sensor attached to the end effector, and a processor communicably coupled to the first sensor. The processor is provided to actuate the end effector to lift an article from the first location, receive a first input from the first sensor in response to the end effector lifting the article from the first location, calculate a mass of the article based at least on the first input, and control a speed and acceleration of movement of the robotic arm towards the second location, based on the calculated mass of the article. Methods of controlling the robotic system are also disclosed.
Various examples in accordance with the present disclosure provide example methods, systems, and apparatuses that may verify embedded graphical indicia.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
G06V 10/74 - Image or video pattern matchingProximity measures in feature spaces
36.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONFIGURING RFID PRINTERS WITH RFID LABEL MEDIA
A method and system are directed to calibrating a radio frequency identification (RFID) printer, the method comprising retrieving frequency hopping capability from an RFID module coupled to the RFID printer, performing a plurality of calibration read and write operations to the calibration RFID label at a plurality of given positions using the RFID module based on a plurality of combinations comprising one or more field strengths, one or more sets of EPCC1G2 standard-based RFID parameters, and the frequency hopping capability, determining best one or more of a plurality of results associated with the plurality of calibration read and write operations, determining a tag antenna orientation of the calibration RFID label based on the plurality of results, and storing one or more optimal configuration settings in printer firmware of the RFID printer based on the tag orientation and the best one or more of the plurality of results.
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
H04B 17/21 - MonitoringTesting of receivers for calibrationMonitoringTesting of receivers for correcting measurements
A method and system are directed to identifying, locating, and track locations of assets and actors within a local environment. The system comprises a millimeter wave (mmWave) antenna circuit coupled to a beam steering antenna (BSA). The mmWave antenna circuit comprises an mmWave processing unit (MPU) coupled to an RFID integrated circuit. An RFID reader may be configured to scan and locate RFID tags attached to assets within particular zones/beams of the local environment by communicating with the RFID integrated circuit. The MPU is configured to scan for actors in the particular zones/beams, generate a point cloud to determine actor positions within the point cloud, and communicate point cloud position data to the RFID integrated circuit.
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
G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
38.
PIEZO-BASED CIRCUIT FOR MODIFYING FUNCTIONALITY OF RFID TAGS
A radio frequency identification (RFID) tag comprising a tag integrated circuit (IC), an antenna coupled to the tag IC, and an impedance tuned circuit coupled to the antenna, wherein the impedance tuned circuit configured to tune a circuit impedance of the antenna based on power received by the impedance tuned circuit. The RFID tag further comprises a piezo electric energy harvesting module coupled to the impedance tuned circuit, wherein the piezo electric energy harvesting module is configured to supply the power to the impedance tuned circuit.
G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
H02N 2/18 - Electric machines in general using piezoelectric effect, electrostriction or magnetostriction producing electrical output from mechanical input, e.g. generators
H10N 30/30 - Piezoelectric or electrostrictive devices with mechanical input and electrical output, e.g. functioning as generators or sensors
39.
RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION (RFID) ANTENNA AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
A radio frequency identification (RFID) antenna is provided. The RFID antenna includes, but not limited to, a printed circuit board (PCB). The PCB includes, but not limited to: a substrate; an etched metal layer on the substrate, where the etched metal layer comprises: a radiating element positioned on the substrate having a loop structure, where the loop structure comprises two first chamfered edges, and the first chamfered edges are position in opposing corners of the loop structure; and a ground element positioned on the substrate having comprising a slotted structure that is concentric with the loop structure and is positioned in an inner region of the loop structure.
An example system is provided. In some embodiments, the system may include a coupler. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a first ground layer. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a conductive layer. In some embodiments, the conductive layer is substantially infinite shaped. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a first dielectric layer positioned between the first ground layer and the conductive layer. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a second ground layer having an aperture. In some embodiments, the coupler may include a second dielectric layer positioned between the conductive layer and the second ground layer. In some embodiments, the system may include a feed path configured to transport a plurality of radio frequency identification transponders through a defined region proximate the coupler. In some embodiments, the system may include a controller.
H01P 5/02 - Coupling devices of the waveguide type with invariable factor of coupling
G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
41.
ILLUMINATION CONTROL FOR IMAGING SYSTEMS WITH MULTIPLE IMAGE SENSORS
Embodiments of the disclosure relate generally to illumination synchronization in a multi-imager environment. Embodiments include systems, methods, computer program products, and apparatuses configured for operating a near-field illumination source associated with a near-field image sensor, based on a first illumination pulse train. An exposure period of a far-field image sensor is determined and one or more characteristics of the first illumination pulse train are modified to accommodate the exposure period of the far-field image sensor.
H04N 23/74 - Circuitry for compensating brightness variation in the scene by influencing the scene brightness using illuminating means
H04N 23/45 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof for generating image signals from two or more image sensors being of different type or operating in different modes, e.g. with a CMOS sensor for moving images in combination with a charge-coupled device [CCD] for still images
H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof provided with illuminating means
42.
Methods and systems for encoding radio frequency identification (RFID) labels
Systems and methods for encoding radio frequency identification (RFID) labels are provided. The method includes, but not limited to: determining a slow-down position, an encoding complete position, and an encoding window for each label; determining if the encoding complete position is positioned on a front side of the slow-down position when viewed from the media moving direction; in an instance in which the encoding complete position is positioned on the front side of the slow-down position when viewed from the media moving direction, causing the media to reduce the printing speed when the trailing edge of the encoding window reaches the slow-down position; and in an instance in which the encoding complete position is positioned on a back side of the slow-down position when viewed from the media moving direction, causing the media to maintain the printing speed at the predetermined printing speed.
G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
An example variable focusing lens apparatus, as well as example methods for assembling and operating the example variable focusing lens apparatus, is provided. The example variable focusing lens apparatus includes a rear pair of coil elements powered by a rear coil current, a front pair of coil elements positioned in front of the rear pair of coil elements and powered by a front coil current, and a barrel lens assembly comprising a top magnetic element secured on a top portion of the barrel lens assembly and a bottom magnetic element secured on a bottom portion of the barrel lens assembly. In some examples, the barrel lens assembly is moveable to a plurality of barrel lens assembly positions corresponding to a plurality of current differential ratios associated with the rear coil current and the front coil current.
G02B 15/15 - Optical objectives with means for varying the magnification by axial movement of one or more lenses or groups of lenses relative to the image plane for continuously varying the equivalent focal length of the objective compensation by means of only one movement or by means of only linearly related movements, e.g. optical compensation
G02B 7/00 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements
G03B 17/12 - Bodies with means for supporting objectives, supplementary lenses, filters, masks, or turrets
44.
APPARATUSES, COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR AUTOMATIC ITEM SEARCHING AND VERIFICATION
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for automatic item searching and verification. In example contexts, embodiments provide such functionality to improve the accuracy and efficiency of item searching during item loading and/or unloading, such as when delivering packages. Some embodiments provide for capturing an image, or set of images, identifying relevant items represented in the captured images, generating augmented reality elements associated with such relevant items, and rendering the augmented reality elements in an augmented reality environment, which can be maintained as the user continues to perform user action. Some embodiments additionally or alternatively detect improper actions based on captured image(s), and generate and provide notifications to a user for viewing.
Example methods, systems, and apparatuses are provided. An example method may include setting a media feeding step parameter based on a wide feeding step value; determining whether a radio frequency identification (RFID) communication result parameter satisfies an RFID communication success threshold; in response to determining that the RFID communication result parameter satisfies the RFID communication success threshold, determining whether the RFID communication result parameter is associated with an initial RFID communication success; and in response to determining that the RFID communication result parameter is associated with the initial RFID communication success: causing retracting the print media along a media path; and updating the media feeding step parameter based on a narrow feeding step value.
A radio frequency identification (RFID) printer device for electronically encoding and verifying RFID labels, the RFID printer device comprising a thermal printhead, a platen roller, a first RFID antenna configured upstream from the thermal printhead and the platen roller, a second RFID antenna configured downstream from the first RFID antenna, a memory device having executable instructions stored therein, and one or more processors communicatively coupled to the memory, the one or more processors, in response to the executable instructions, configured to transmit data via the first RFID antenna, wherein the data is encoded to one or more RFID tags associated with respective one or more RFID labels during a first RFID communication window, and receive and transmit data via the second RFID antenna to verify the encoded data during a second RFID communication window.
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
G06K 17/00 - Methods or arrangements for effecting co-operative working between equipments covered by two or more of main groups , e.g. automatic card files incorporating conveying and reading operations
Embodiments of the disclosure relate generally to flicker reduction in a multi-imager environment. Embodiments include methods, computer program products, and apparatuses for producing a near-field illumination using a near-field illuminator, the near-field illumination produced at a defined pulse train. A near-field image sensor may be exposed near the start of a near-field illumination pulse, and a far-field image sensor may be exposed between pulses of the near-field illumination. Some embodiments, additionally or alternatively, are configured for detecting an illuminator switch event, deactivating the near-field illuminator source, and producing, using a far-field illuminator source, a far-field illumination. Upon switching the illuminator source, some such embodiments are configured for exposing a far-field illuminator near the start of the far-field illumination pulse, and exposing a near-field image sensor near the start of the next available far-field illumination pulse. Such image capture may repeat until a task such as barcode reading is successful.
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
H04N 23/745 - Detection of flicker frequency or suppression of flicker wherein the flicker is caused by illumination, e.g. due to fluorescent tube illumination or pulsed LED illumination
Various embodiments described herein provide implementations for controlling flicker, for example caused by a plurality of light sources, in a multi-sensor environment. Various embodiments provided utilize a broadest illuminator source for capturing image data objects for processing. The broadest illuminator source minimizes the number of activation changes required between the various illuminator sources. One example embodiment includes activating a broadest illuminator source of a plurality of illuminator sources; determining, based on a plurality of image sensors and an sensor activation sequence, a chosen image sensor of the plurality of image sensors for an image processing operation; and activating a chosen illuminator source of the plurality of illuminator sources, the chosen illuminator source associated with the chosen image sensor.
H05B 47/125 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by using cameras
H04N 23/74 - Circuitry for compensating brightness variation in the scene by influencing the scene brightness using illuminating means
H04N 23/745 - Detection of flicker frequency or suppression of flicker wherein the flicker is caused by illumination, e.g. due to fluorescent tube illumination or pulsed LED illumination
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OPTIMAL ALIGNMENT OF A PRINTHEAD IN A THERMAL PRINTING APPARATUS
Provided herein is a printer comprising a printing assembly. The printing assembly comprises a printhead bracket fixedly attached to the printer, a printhead that defines a groove, the printhead aligned at a first alignment, an alignment adjuster fastened between the printhead bracket and the printhead, and a plurality of fasteners operatively engaged with the alignment adjuster. The alignment adjuster comprises a gear rack that is adjacent to the printhead bracket, and a protrusion that is received by the groove of the printhead. The plurality of fasteners comprises at least one selected from a group of a lateral adjustment fastener operatively engaged with the gear rack, and a rotational adjustment fastener operatively engaged with a transverse edge of the printhead. The lateral adjustment fastener is configured to provide lateral movement to the alignment adjuster and the printhead. The rotational adjustment fastener is configured to provide rotational movement to the printhead.
B41J 25/308 - Bodily-movable mechanisms for print heads or carriages movable towards or from paper surface with print gap adjustment mechanisms
B41J 2/045 - Ink jet characterised by the jet generation process generating single droplets or particles on demand by pressure, e.g. electromechanical transducers
B41J 2/325 - Typewriters or selective printing mechanisms characterised by the printing or marking process for which they are designed characterised by selective application of heat to a heat sensitive printing or impression-transfer material using thermal heads by selective transfer of ink from ink carrier, e.g. from ink ribbon or sheet
B41J 2/33 - Typewriters or selective printing mechanisms characterised by the printing or marking process for which they are designed characterised by selective application of heat to a heat sensitive printing or impression-transfer material using thermal heads by selective transfer of ink from ink carrier, e.g. from ink ribbon or sheet from ink roller
B41J 2/355 - Control circuits for heating-element selection
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
B41J 29/393 - Devices for controlling or analysing the entire machine
B65C 9/46 - Applying date marks, code marks, or the like, to the label during labelling
51.
Image processing for scanning devices based on laser aimer position
Image processing for scanning devices based on laser aimer position, wherein a first frame and a second frame of image data related to an object associated with a barcode are captured using a scanning device. A difference between first pixel data for a first grouping of pixels associated with the first frame and second pixel data for a second grouping of pixels associated with the second frame is computed. Additionally, a location of a laser aimer pattern in the first frame or the second frame is determined based on a comparison between respective differences between the first pixel data for the first grouping of pixels and the second pixel data for the second grouping of pixels, where the laser aimer pattern is created by the scanning device.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
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
G06T 1/20 - Processor architecturesProcessor configuration, e.g. pipelining
A printer that includes a presenter bar, a first tear bar positioned proximate to the presenter bar, and a second tear bar that is configured to move from a first position to a second position is provided. The first position is closer to the first tear bar than the second position.
B41J 3/407 - Typewriters or selective printing or marking mechanisms characterised by the purpose for which they are constructed for marking on special material
B41J 11/70 - Applications of cutting devices cutting perpendicular to the direction of paper feed
Embodiments relate to secure multi-user biometric template authentication (MBTA) for mobile computing devices. In an embodiment, a request to generate a biometric template (BT) associated with an end user is generated via a first mobile computing device associated with an MBTA system. In response to the request, biometric data associated with the end user is collected and a BT associated with the end user is generated based on the biometric data. In embodiments, a personal identification number (PIN) is generated and associated with the BT related to the end user. The BT and/or the PIN associated with the end user are stored in an active BT database and/or an active PIN database respectively. MBTA data associated with the active BT database and/or the active PIN database is transmitted for storage on a plurality of mobile computing devices that are different than the first mobile computing device.
Methods, apparatuses and computer program products for providing artificial-intelligence-based indicia data editing are provided. For example, an example computer-implemented method may include determining, based at least in part on a data processing model associated with a scan setting module, a first decoded data string corresponding to a first indicia; determining, based at least in part on user input data, a first input data string corresponding to the first indicia; generating a predictive indicia data editing model based at least in part on providing the first decoded data string and the first input data string to an artificial intelligence algorithm; and updating the scan setting module based at least in part on the predictive indicia data editing model.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
G06F 3/04847 - Interaction techniques to control parameter settings, e.g. interaction with sliders or dials
G06V 10/75 - Organisation of the matching processes, e.g. simultaneous or sequential comparisons of image or video featuresCoarse-fine approaches, e.g. multi-scale approachesImage or video pattern matchingProximity measures in feature spaces using context analysisSelection of dictionaries
55.
MOBILE COMPUTING DEVICE WITH DATA COGNITION SOFTWARE
A mobile computing device enabled by a customizable data cognition layer (DCL) software program to convert input information from a variety of sensors into real-time contextual messages is disclosed. The DCL software incorporates customizable software components known as plug-ins to expand the use of the mobile computing device.
H04L 67/125 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks involving control of end-device applications over a network
G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
G06F 3/04842 - Selection of displayed objects or displayed text elements
G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
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
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
H04L 67/025 - Protocols based on web technology, e.g. hypertext transfer protocol [HTTP] for remote control or remote monitoring of applications
Techniques for characterizing an optical system (for example, a printer verifier) are provided. In this regard, the optical system may be characterized for scanning a printer image. The characterization of the optical system includes determining an effective aperture size of the optical system, and correspondingly an effective resolution at which the optical system can be configured to scan a portion of the printer image according to verification requirements.
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
G06K 5/00 - Methods or arrangements for verifying the correctness of markings on a record carrierColumn-detection devices
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
H04N 1/00 - Scanning, transmission or reproduction of documents or the like, e.g. facsimile transmissionDetails thereof
In various aspects, an electronic docking system includes a docking device and an electronic device. The electronic device can be configured to be removably attached to the docking device. The docking device can include a first magnetic member and the electronic device can include a second magnetic member. The first magnetic member of the docking device can be configured to move from a first position to a second position.
In some embodiments, a charging dock device includes a housing configured to receive one or more user devices. In some embodiments, the charging dock device is configured to charge the one or more user devices when the one or more user devices are disposed on or within the housing of the charging dock device; and one or more rotation plates disposed on or within the housing, wherein the one or more rotation plates are configured to rotate between a first position and a second position, wherein when the rotation plates are in the first position the housing is configured to receive a first user device of the one or more user devices, and the housing is configured to receive a second user device of the one or more user devices when the rotation plates are in the second position.
A mobile computing device enabled by a customizable data cognition layer (DCL) software program to convert input information from a variety of sensors into real-time contextual messages is disclosed. The DCL software incorporates customizable software components known as plug-ins to expand the use of the mobile computing device.
H04L 67/125 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks involving control of end-device applications over a network
G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
G06F 3/04842 - Selection of displayed objects or displayed text elements
G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
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
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
H04L 67/025 - Protocols based on web technology, e.g. hypertext transfer protocol [HTTP] for remote control or remote monitoring of applications
Methods, apparatuses, systems, devices, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, a wearable apparatus may include a mounting plate configured to be operably engaged with a mountable device; a strap operably attached to the mounting plate and configured to be operably engaged with a user; and a connecting axis configured to operably engage the mounting plate and the strap, wherein the connecting axis is configured to rotate relative to one of the mounting plate or the strap while refraining from rotating relative to the other of the mounting plate or the strap.
F16M 13/04 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or holding steady relative to, a person, e.g. by chains
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
A docking system for an electronic device assembly is provided. The docking system can include a first assembly and a second assembly. The first assembly can include a base and a first plurality of electrical connections that extend through the base. The second assembly can be configured to be removably coupled to the first assembly. The second assembly can include a turntable that is configured to rotate from a first position to a second position, a second plurality of electrical connections that extend through the turntable, and an electronic assembly that includes a printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) that is coupled to the turntable such that the PCBA is rotatable with the turntable.
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose a method comprising rendering a buffer image from a first image data received for printing. Further, the method includes scaling the buffer image to generated scaled buffer image. Furthermore, the method includes determining a first location of a machine readable indicia in the scaled buffer image. Additionally, the method includes causing a print head to print the buffer image on a print media to generate a printed content.
Embodiments of the disclosure relate generally to automatic focus selection in a multi-imager environment. Embodiments include methods, systems, and apparatuses configured for capturing by a first image sensor, a first image of a visual object with a background associated with a subject. A characteristic difference between the visual object in the first image and the background in the first image is determined and a distance determination mode is selected based on the determined characteristic difference. Accordingly, a distance to the subject is calculated based on the selected distance determination mode and a second image sensor is controlled to capture a second image of the subject, based on the calculated distance to the subject.
H04N 23/67 - Focus control based on electronic image sensor signals
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
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
H04N 23/45 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof for generating image signals from two or more image sensors being of different type or operating in different modes, e.g. with a CMOS sensor for moving images in combination with a charge-coupled device [CCD] for still images
H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof provided with illuminating means
H04N 23/61 - Control of cameras or camera modules based on recognised objects
H04N 23/667 - Camera operation mode switching, e.g. between still and video, sport and normal or high and low resolution modes
65.
Printhead pressure arm assembly for a printing apparatus
Various embodiments are directed to a printhead pressure arm assembly for a printing device. In various embodiments, the printhead pressure arm assembly comprises a pressure arm comprising an arm base element defined by an arm base length; and distal arm wings extending from a distal end of the arm base element in outward directions perpendicular to the arm base length, wherein the pressure arm defines a T-shaped configuration; and one or more leaf spring elements operably secured to a respective bottom surface of each distal arm wing and configured to operatively engage a printhead assembly; wherein each leaf spring element defines a flexible configuration to facilitate an elastic contact with the printhead assembly; and wherein the leaf spring elements define evenly distributed contact points through which the printhead pressure arm assembly is configured to apply a collective pressure force onto the printhead assembly in an at least substantially uniform distribution.
B41J 25/312 - Bodily-movable mechanisms for print heads or carriages movable towards or from paper surface with print pressure adjustment mechanisms, e.g. pressure-on-the-paper mechanisms
66.
Methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for calibrating radio-frequency identification (RFID) printers
Example methods, systems, and apparatuses are provided. An example method may include setting a media feeding step parameter based on a wide feeding step value; determining whether a radio frequency identification (RFID) communication result parameter satisfies an RFID communication success threshold; in response to determining that the RFID communication result parameter satisfies the RFID communication success threshold, determining whether the RFID communication result parameter is associated with an initial RFID communication success; and in response to determining that the RFID communication result parameter is associated with the initial RFID communication success: causing retracting the print media along a media path; and updating the media feeding step parameter based on a narrow feeding step value.
Systems, apparatuses, methods, and computer products for automatic switching of object detection modes are provided, including for switching of object detection modes of an indicia reader. For example, an indicia reader of a barcode scanner may be in an environment where a background is detected by one or more infrared object detection modes. The detection of the background but not an object with an indicia may result in the indicia reader continuously seeing the background. In accordance with the present disclosure, an indicia reader may automatically switch between a plurality of object detection modes, which may include deactivating one or more components, modules, and/or circuitry of the indicia reader.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
G06V 10/143 - Sensing or illuminating at different wavelengths
H04N 23/11 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof for generating image signals from different wavelengths for generating image signals from visible and infrared light wavelengths
68.
Systems and methods for encoding and decoding data
A method for identifying a radio frequency (RF) tag is illustrated. The method includes receiving a user input pertaining to a data portion to be searched in one or more RF tags and a semantic information associated with the data portion, determining an encoding scheme based on the semantic information associated with the data portion to be searched, encoding the data portion using the determined encoding scheme to generate an encoded data portion, transmitting an interrogation command to the one or more RF tags, and receiving the response signal from the RF tag.
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
69.
One sensor near far solution to minimize FOV mismatch and aiming offsets
Apparatuses, systems, and methods for providing a one sensor near far solution to minimize field of view mismatch and aiming offsets are provided. For example, an indicia reader utilizing dual optics may include an engine comprising a near field imaging optic and a far field imaging optic that split an imaging sensor array and a aimer; wherein the near field imaging optic, the far field imaging optic, and the aimer are configured in a triangular arrangement to minimize the field of mismatch and aiming offsets. In some embodiments, the far field imaging optic may be configured to utilize a two or more prisms to provide a periscope configuration.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
G06K 19/06 - Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings characterised by the kind of the digital marking, e.g. shape, nature, code
70.
OPTICAL ASSEMBLY, IMAGING READER, AND METHOD FOR DUAL-LENS ILLUMINATION
Optical assembly, imaging reader, and method for dual-lens illumination are provided. For example, an example optical assembly may include first and second light sources, first and second collection lenses positioned and shaped to collect light emitted by the first and second light sources and transmit the collected light with reduced divergence, first and second pattern-shaping apertures positioned to allow at least a portion of the light transmitted by the first and second collection lens to pass therethrough, and first and second projection lens positioned to receive the light transmitted by the first and second collection lenses and passed through the first and second pattern-shaping apertures. The projection lenses are shaped to project the received light into the field of view of an imaging system with a higher intensity at a lateral side edge of the light projected and a lower intensity at a medial side edge of the light projected.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof provided with illuminating means
H04N 23/74 - Circuitry for compensating brightness variation in the scene by influencing the scene brightness using illuminating means
71.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR INCREASING RFID READ RANGE IN DAISY CHAIN CONFIGURATION
A repeating switch antenna comprising a transmission signal amplifier configured to amplify a transmission signal based on a power control signal, a first coupler configured to receive (i) the amplified transmission signal, (ii) a reception signal, and (iii) a load impedance, a noise cancelation circuit configured to generate the load impedance based on an in-phase channel input and a quadrature channel input, a digital acquisition system configured to (i) generate the power control signal, (ii) generate the in-phase channel input and the quadrature channel input, and (iii) generate a select signal, reception signal amplifier configured to receive the reception signal from the first coupler and amplify the reception signal, and a radio frequency (RF) switch configured to (i) route the amplified transmission signal from the first coupler to the RF connector or to an antenna based on the select signal, and (ii) route the reception signal to the first coupler.
An example bi-directional closed loop multi-focus-position lens apparatus comprises a barrel lens assembly moveable along a longitudinal axis and comprising top and bottom magnetic elements, top and bottom coil elements, a magnetic field sensor, a temperature sensor, a processor, and a non-transitory memory storing predetermined calibration data. The lens apparatus applies current to the coil elements to move the lens assembly toward a desired focus position, captures a magnetic field and temperature within the lens apparatus, compares the captured magnetic field and the captured temperature to the calibration data to determine a current position of the lens assembly, determines if the current position is the desired focus position, and, if the current position is not the desired focus position, adjusts the coil current to move the lens assembly from the current position toward the desired focus position.
G02B 7/09 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for lenses with mechanism for focusing or varying magnification adapted for automatic focusing or varying magnification
G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers
G01R 33/02 - Measuring direction or magnitude of magnetic fields or magnetic flux
G02B 7/02 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for lenses
G02B 7/10 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for lenses with mechanism for focusing or varying magnification by relative axial movement of several lenses, e.g. of varifocal objective lens
Various embodiments described herein provide a discrete focusing lens assembly. Some embodiments are designed to enable repositioning of one or more components, such as a lens barrel assembly, to adjust the focus of the discrete focusing lens assembly. Some example discrete focusing lens assemblies include a module base housing a lens barrel assembly having a pair of positioning magnets, a pair of positioning coil assemblies associated with the positioning magnets, and at least one module alignment pin positioning and/or aligning some or all of the components. The positioning coil assemblies together with the positioning magnets are configured to exert various magnetic fields to reposition the lens barrel assembly. Further embodiments are provided for imaging apparatus including at least one discrete focusing lens assembly described herein. Further, embodiments are provided for processes for assembling a discrete focusing lens assembly described herein.
G02B 7/04 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for lenses with mechanism for focusing or varying magnification
Methods, apparatuses, systems, computing devices, and/or the like are provided. An example method may include a printer assembly. An example printer assembly may include a printer ribbon drive mechanism. An example printer drive mechanism may include a drive wheel, a connector, a spring, and an actuator. An example actuator may be configured to translate from a first axial position to a second axial position. An example spring may be configured to apply a greater force when an actuator is disposed in the first axial position than when the actuator is disposed in the second axial position. The example method may also include a motor to apply a torque to a drive wheel.
B41J 33/22 - Ribbon-feed devices or mechanisms with drive applied to spool or spool spindle by gears or pulleys
B41J 2/325 - Typewriters or selective printing mechanisms characterised by the printing or marking process for which they are designed characterised by selective application of heat to a heat sensitive printing or impression-transfer material using thermal heads by selective transfer of ink from ink carrier, e.g. from ink ribbon or sheet
B41J 33/00 - Apparatus or arrangements for feeding ink ribbons or like character-size impression-transfer material
B41J 35/28 - Detachable carriers or holders for ink-ribbon mechanisms
75.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FAULT DIAGNOSIS IN AN RFID SYSTEM
Methods, apparatuses and systems for an RFID system are disclosed herein. An example system may include one or more of antennas, each antenna including an RF power comparator for comparing the power level indicator of the RF signal of the antenna with an RF signal power threshold, a bias voltage comparator for comparing a bias voltage of the antenna with a bias voltage threshold, an RF fault bypass circuit functioning as an approximate open circuit when the bias voltage of the antenna is equal to or higher than the bias voltage threshold, and as an approximate short circuit when the bias voltage of the antenna is lower than the bias voltage threshold. The RFID system may include an RFID reading circuitry for determining a fault in the RFID system using any of the RF power comparison, bias voltage comparison, and function of the RF fault bypass circuit.
G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
G06K 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers
76.
Methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for verifying printed indicia
Example methods, systems, and apparatuses for verifying a printed indicium are provided. An example method may include receiving a captured image of a print media comprising the printed indicium; extracting a quiet zone grade portion from the captured image, where the quiet zone grade portion includes a printed indicium area of the printed indicium and at least one quiet zone area adjacent to the printed indicium area; in response to receiving a user input providing an overwrite quiet zone requirement indication and determining that the at least one quiet zone area does not satisfy at least one quiet zone requirement, causing at least one of adjusting the at least one quiet zone requirement to at least one reduced quiet zone requirement or adding at least one additional quiet zone area to the at least one quiet zone area.
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose a printing apparatus comprising a media supply spool configured to supply print media along a media path. The printing apparatus further comprises a first media sensor positioned in a first plane in the printing apparatus. Further, the printing apparatus comprises a second media sensor positioned in a second plane in the printing apparatus. Additionally, the printing apparatus comprises a first media guide defining a section of the media path, wherein extremities of the first media guide are positioned to be at a negative offset from the second plane.
B41J 15/04 - Supporting, feeding, or guiding devicesMountings for web rolls or spindles
B41J 11/00 - Devices or arrangements for supporting or handling copy material in sheet or web form
B41J 15/16 - Means for tensioning or winding the web
B65H 5/38 - Article guides or smoothers, e.g. movable in operation immovable in operation
B65H 7/14 - Controlling article feeding, separating, pile-advancing, or associated apparatus, to take account of incorrect feeding, absence of articles, or presence of faulty articles by feelers or detectors by photoelectric feelers or detectors
A printer assembly that includes a module and a first set of drive components is provided. The module includes a plurality of ports that are configured to be removably coupled to a corresponding drive component of the first set of drive components and further configured to be removably coupled to a corresponding drive component of a second set of drive components. Each of the drive components of the first set of drive components are of a different size than each of the drive components of the second set of drive components.
B41J 2/325 - Typewriters or selective printing mechanisms characterised by the printing or marking process for which they are designed characterised by selective application of heat to a heat sensitive printing or impression-transfer material using thermal heads by selective transfer of ink from ink carrier, e.g. from ink ribbon or sheet
A method for processing the packages in a material handling environment is disclosed. The method includes receiving an image of a field of view of an image capturing device. The image comprising at least one decodable indicia having a predefined shape, the at least one decodable indicia attached to a package. The method further includes identifying one or more decodable indicia image coordinates, wherein each of the one or more decodable indicia image coordinates define a corner of the at least one decodable indicia using a 2-dimensional (2D) coordinate system. The method further includes transforming the one or more decodable indicia image coordinates to one or more decodable indicia spatial coordinates in the 3D coordinate system. Further, the method includes comparing the one or more decodable indicia spatial coordinates with one or more 3D region coordinates to determine whether the package is within a 3D region.
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
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
Various embodiments are directed to printer devices and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a printer device may comprise a printer housing defining an interior portion for housing a plurality of internal components, the printer housing being selectively configurable in an open configuration, wherein the printer housing comprises: a bottom housing portion; and a top housing portion hingedly connected to the bottom housing portion and configured to rotate relative to the bottom housing portion about a hinge axis to configure the printer housing between the closed and open configurations; wherein the plurality of internal components comprises a first component operatively secured to the bottom housing portion; and a second component defining a media support assembly operatively secured to the top housing portion and configured to move relative to the first component as the top housing portion rotates relative to the bottom housing portion.
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose a housing of an imaging unit. The housing comprising an outer surface and an inner surface, wherein the inner surface of the housing defines a lens channel, wherein the inner surface of the lens channel defines a contact point that protrudes outwardly from the inner surface into the lens channel. The inner surface of the lens channel further defines a through hole, in the lens channel, that extends from the inner surface of the lens channel to the outer surface of the housing. The lens channel is configured to receive a lens barrel comprising a groove, wherein the groove is exposed to the through hole when the lens barrel is received in the lens channel.
G02B 7/02 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for lenses
G02B 7/04 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for lenses with mechanism for focusing or varying magnification
Various embodiments herein relate to performing cold temperature condition printing for a printing apparatus. In this regard, a print job for a printing apparatus to print content on a print media is received. In response to a determination that a temperature associated with the printing apparatus is below a defined temperature threshold level, respective heating elements of a thermal print head of the printing apparatus are excited and/or a platen roller of the printing apparatus is controlled to perform a feed-forward operation associated with the print media and a feed-backward operation associated with the print media. Additionally, the print job for the printing apparatus is executed to print the content on the print media via the thermal print head.
Various embodiments are directed to an indicia scanner. In an embodiment, a scanning operation is started in response to detecting an object within a field of view of indicia scanner.
Various embodiments are directed to an indicia scanner. In an embodiment, a scanning operation is started in response to detecting an object within a field of view of indicia scanner.
Starting the scanning operation comprises energizing an illumination source of the indicia scanner. The scanning operation is continued responsive to determining that the object is within a region of interest within the field of view. The scanning operation is stopped upon decoding of an indicia embodied by the object.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
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
84.
Apparatuses, methods, and computer program products for automatic proof of delivery using visual indicia
Embodiments described include apparatuses, computer program products, and methods for automatic proof of delivery, for example by capturing and decoding a visual indicia. Some embodiments minimize possibilities of errors, false proof, and/or the like in item delivery. At least one embodiment enables automatic proof of delivery in a multi-sensor environment. Example embodiments are configured for capturing an image data object set utilizing at least one of an image sensor set, where the image data object set includes a captured-indicia image data object including a visual indicia; decoding the visual indicia to identify delivery information; identifying a delivery proof image data object from the image data object set; and processing the delivery proof image data object for use as a proof of delivery. Some embodiments include a near-field image sensor for capturing the delivery proof image data object and a far-field sensor for capturing the captured-indicia image data object.
G06V 20/52 - Surveillance or monitoring of activities, e.g. for recognising suspicious objects
G06V 30/424 - Postal images, e.g. labels or addresses on parcels or postal envelopes
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
In accordance with example embodiments provided herein is a computer-implemented methods, apparatuses and computer program products configured to enable the ambidextrous use of a device. In some examples, a method is disclosed that includes detecting a connection to at least one of a first input/output port and a second input/output port. In some example embodiments, the method includes, in an instance in which a downstream peripheral is detected as being connected, communicating with the downstream peripheral via a hub communication path. In some example embodiments, the method includes, in an instance in which a USB host is detected as being connected, communicating with the USB host via a bypass communication path.
Various embodiments are directed to printing apparatuses and methods of operating the same. In various embodiments, a method of operating a printing apparatus to generate to generate an alert signal corresponding to a detected operating condition associated with the printing apparatus comprises selectively operating a drive component to generate an alert signal corresponding to a detected operating condition defined by the printing apparatus, the alert signal being defined by a vibration of the printing apparatus, wherein the drive component is configured to be operably engaged with a print media disposed within the printing apparatus such that the operation of the drive component causes a corresponding movement of the print media along a printing path defined by the printing apparatus; and wherein an operation of the drive component is defined at least in part by a rotation of the drive component in one or more rotational directions about a central axis.
A method for configuring multiple electronic devices in a batch, is described. The method can include initializing, by a first computing device a communication network based on a pre-defined configuration parameter. The pre-defined configuration parameter is associated with a first instance of an application on the first computing device. Further, the method includes identifying, by the first computing device, an initialization of a second instance of an application at a second computing device. In response to identifying the initialization of the second instance of the application at the second computing device, the method includes, sending, by the first computing device configuration settings for the second computing device over a secured communication network. In this regard, the configuration settings can comprise at least the pre-defined configuration parameter for configuring the second computing device.
H04L 41/0816 - Configuration setting characterised by the conditions triggering a change of settings the condition being an adaptation, e.g. in response to network events
H04L 67/00 - Network arrangements or protocols for supporting network services or applications
H04W 12/033 - Protecting confidentiality, e.g. by encryption of the user plane, e.g. user’s traffic
A latch assembly for coupling with a device is provided. The latch assembly defines an X direction, a Y direction, a Z direction, and a centerline that extends along the Z direction. The centerline defines an inward direction and an outward direction. The latch assembly includes a first attachment member, a second attachment member, and an actuating member. The actuating member is configured to move from a first position to a second position along the Z direction. The actuating member is further configured to exert an inward force onto the first attachment member and onto the second attachment member when the actuating member is in the second position. The latch assembly includes a biasing member configured to pivot at least one of the first attachment member or the second attachment member in the outward direction when the actuating member is moved from the second position to the first position.
Methods, apparatuses, and computer program products for monitoring environmental conditions are provided. For example, a computer-implemented method may include receiving, over a first time period, a plurality of biometric values from each of a plurality of biometric monitoring devices and detecting an environmental condition based on the received biometric values corresponding to two or more users at a same user location. Each of the plurality of biometric monitoring devices may be worn by a different one of a plurality of users. Each of the plurality of biometric values may be detected from one of the plurality of users and have an associated time of capture and an associated user location at time of capture.
G16H 40/63 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilitiesICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for local operation
91.
Auto-notification sensor for adjusting of a wearable device
Methods, apparatus, and computer program products for alerting a user of a wearable device to adjust the position of the device are provided. An example method includes receiving environment data from a wearable device sensor, wherein the wearable device is mountable on an arm of the user and directed toward a hand of the user, the environment data including a representation of a calibrating object and a target machine-readable code having a determinable size. The example method further decodes the target machine-readable code. Additionally, the example method determines a position of the wearable device on the arm of the user based on the size of the calibrating object and the size of the target machine-readable code. The example method alerts the user to adjust the position of the wearable device when the position of the wearable device relative to the calibrating object exceeds a predetermined threshold.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
92.
Methods and systems of mesh configuration of radio frequency identification (RFID) communication
Various embodiments illustrated herein disclose a radio-frequency identification (RFID) reader having a first RFID tag having a first antenna element operating at a first transmit power. The first RFID tag receives, in a first time interval, a first interrogation command from a first RFID reader through the first antenna element. The first RFID tag transmits, in the first time interval, a first response signal to the first RFID reader. The RFID reader comprises a second antenna element that operates at a second transmit power and a processor communicatively coupled to the second antenna element. The processor transmits, in the first time interval, a second interrogation command to one or more second RFID tags through the second antenna element. The first RFID tag transmits, in a second time interval, a third interrogation command to a first RFID tag of a second RFID reader through the first antenna element.
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
G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
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CONFIGURATION OF AUDIO FOR VOICE TEST SYSTEM AUTOMATION
Various embodiments described herein provide for configuration of audio for voice test system automation. In this regard, audio prompt data is output via at least one sound card from a set of sound cards integrated within an execution device in response to establishing a connection with a mobile device. In response to the audio prompt data being output via the at least one sound card, at least mobile device data is received from the mobile device. The mobile device data may be generated in response to recognition of particular audio prompt data output via the at least one sound card. Additionally, the mobile device data is correlated with sound card data that corresponds to information related to the at least one sound card. The sound card data in connection with the mobile device data is also encoded into a database associated with voice test automation for a voice system that facilitates workflow tasks for a user related to the mobile device.
Methods, apparatuses, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. In various embodiments, a wearable assembly may include a single piece glove including one or more layers of fabric. The one or more layers of fabric may define a first elongated side, a second elongated side, a hole disposed between the first elongated side and the second elongated side, the hole being configured to receive a thumb of a wearer, a button mount region defined between the second elongated side and the hole, the button mount region configured to engage a button assembly, a first opposed end, and a second opposed end. In some embodiments, the first elongated side and the second elongated side each extend between the first opposed end and the second opposed end. In some embodiments, the second elongated side defines a concave portion defined between the button mount region and the second opposed end.
Various embodiments described herein relate to generating and/or employing an expected next prompt to reduce response time for a voice system. In this regard, a candidate audio signal is generated for a predicted prompt to be presented via a user audio device. Additionally, in response to audio response data provided by the user audio device, the predicted prompt is compared to a prompt associated with the audio response data. In response to a determination that the predicted prompt matches the prompt, the candidate audio signal is presented via the user audio device.
Various embodiments are directed to mounting apparatuses, wearable device mounting systems, and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a mounting apparatus for securing a wearable device may comprise: an attachment assembly configured to operably engage the wearable device to secure the wearable device in a detachable configuration relative to the mounting apparatus, the attachment assembly comprising: a first attachment mechanism comprising a dynamic protrusion element configured to operably engage a first portion of the wearable device, the first attachment mechanism being configured to facilitate a detachment of the wearable device from the attachment assembly upon a separation force that is greater than or equal to a threshold breakaway force being applied to the dynamic protrusion element; wherein the first attachment mechanism is selectively configurable between a first configuration and a second configuration to facilitate a selective adjustment of the threshold breakaway force defined by the first attachment mechanism.
Various embodiments are directed to an apparatus for monitoring a loading operation, comprising: a movable body configured to be inserted in a loading space of a carrier during a loading operation and proximate to an upper portion of the loading space; an imaging device secured to the movable body, the imaging device configured to capture imaging data of the loading space, wherein the captured imaging data comprise a three-dimensional (3D) map of the loading space; a distance measuring device secured to the movable body, the distance measuring device configured for measuring a distance between the imaging device and a front wall of the loading space; and a controller configured to receive the imaging data captured by the imaging device, wherein the controller comprise one or more processors configured to detect a loading condition of the loading space of the carrier based at least in part on the imaging data.
A method for printing defect detection includes processing and analyzing a difference image obtained by comparing an image scanned with a verifier to a reference image. The detected defects are grouped, and the grouping is refined. Confidence level values are then assigned to the refined groups, and analysis is performed to determine if one or more servicing actions should be taken.
H04N 1/00 - Scanning, transmission or reproduction of documents or the like, e.g. facsimile transmissionDetails thereof
G06K 5/02 - Methods or arrangements for verifying the correctness of markings on a record carrierColumn-detection devices the verifying forming a part of the marking action
A single piece light pipe is designed to provide dual-field, multi-color, multi-directional illumination. The light pipe is combined with a single PCB having a plurality of LEDs to create a compact illuminator that can selectively provide dark field and bright field with red, green, blue color, broad spectrum, or combination of any color in horizontal, vertical, diagonal, or combination of any direction. The single piece light pipe is compact in size and light in weight. The non-closed form option not only can further reduce the weight but also can allow arrange opening area clearance for: (1) visual aiming and alignment in application, especially for hand held application; (2) reducing illumination crosstalk to unwanted directions; and for (3) mechanical integration. The improvements allow the illuminator to read direct product marking (DPM) type of barcodes.
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
Provided are various embodiments of a fastening assembly and wearable mount as well as methods, devices, components, and assemblies associated therewith. An example fastening assembly includes a trigger assembly having an actuator configured to be operated by a user and a housing comprising a housing connection portion. The housing may receive the actuator. The fastening assembly may further include a connector configured to engage the housing connection portion.
