Abstract

Secure testing device includes a frame configured to be situated on a person's head, a display assembly on the frame, a processor in the frame that controls content of the display assembly, and a reflective assembly coupled to the processor and arranged on the frame in a position at least partly in front of the person's eyes when the frame is on the person's head and which allows viewing by the person of content on the display assembly. The reflective assembly includes a reflective optical element on an inner side that reflects content of the display assembly to the person's eyes. A chassis intrusion detection (CID) system detects intrusion into the device and includes a CID layer on an outer side of the reflective assembly and that provides notification of intrusion attempts into the reflective assembly to cause, when such notification is provided, a change in use of the device.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/00 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups ,
• G09B 7/07 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers of the multiple-choice answer type, i.e. where a given question is provided with a series of answers and a choice has to be made from the answers providing for individual presentation of questions to a plurality of student stations

Abstract

Method for securing against tampering a testing device that includes a frame operatively situated on a person's head, a display assembly on the frame, a processor that controls content of the display assembly, and a reflective assembly coupled to the processor and arranged on the frame in a position at least partly in front of the person's eyes when the frame is on their head and which allows viewing of the display assembly's content. A reflective optical element is integrated into the reflective assembly on an inner side and reflects display assembly content to the person's eyes. A chassis intrusion detection (CID) layer of a CID system that detects intrusion into the device is arranged on an outer side of the reflective assembly. The CID system provides notification of intrusion attempts into the reflective assembly to cause, when such notification is provided, a change in use of the device.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/00 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups ,
• G09B 7/07 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers of the multiple-choice answer type, i.e. where a given question is provided with a series of answers and a choice has to be made from the answers providing for individual presentation of questions to a plurality of student stations

Abstract

Method for taking a test using a smartphone including placing the smartphone into connection with a device, placing the device on a head of a person with the smartphone in a position in which a display of the smartphone is visible to the person, coupling the smartphone to the device and displaying test questions on the display. Cheating is detected by, for example, monitoring presence of the device on the head of the person by periodically obtaining biometric data from the person and analyzing a change in the biometric data relative to previously obtained biometric data for the person, and when a change is present, stopping display of the test questions and generating and transmitting a communication to a test-providing institution derived from the change in biometric data.

IPC Classes  ?

• G09B 7/00 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers
• G09B 5/12 - Electrically-operated educational appliances providing for individual presentation of information to a plurality of student stations different stations being capable of presenting different information simultaneously
• G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
• G09B 5/02 - Electrically-operated educational appliances with visual presentation of the material to be studied, e.g. using film strip
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G06V 40/18 - Eye characteristics, e.g. of the iris

Abstract

System for use in testing includes a frame positionable on a person's head, a display section, and a combiner arranged at least partly in front of the eyes of the person and which allows simultaneous viewing of an environment in front of the person and content on the display section, e.g., test questions. A crossview camera system images from locations on each lateral side of the frame toward the opposite lateral side and below the combiner. An iris camera system images the eyes of the person. A forward-looking camera system images an area in front of the frame. A processor analyze images obtained by the crossview camera system to determine presence of imaging devices, images obtained by the iris camera system to determine position of irises of the person and optionally imaging devices, and images obtained by the forward-looking camera system to determine presence of specific objects.

IPC Classes  ?

• G09B 7/07 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers of the multiple-choice answer type, i.e. where a given question is provided with a series of answers and a choice has to be made from the answers providing for individual presentation of questions to a plurality of student stations
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G10L 17/00 - Speaker identification or verification techniques
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• H04N 5/247 - Arrangement of television cameras

Abstract

Device for remote testing, augmented reality or other visualization needs includes a frame configured to be situated on a person's head, a display on the frame, and a combiner assembly supported by and at a front of the frame and configured to allow light transmission therethrough from an environment in front of the combiner assembly and reflection of content from the display being directed to the combiner assembly through airspace between the display and the combiner assembly. The combiner assembly includes an inwardmost, reflective layer separated from the display by airspace and receives and reflects content of the display into the airspace, a second layer that controls transmission of light through the combiner assembly from the environment in front of the combiner assembly, and a third layer covering the second layer and configured to detect tampering with the third layer in order to access the second layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/02 - Viewing or reading apparatus
• G02B 27/10 - Beam splitting or combining systems
• G02B 27/14 - Beam splitting or combining systems operating by reflection only
• G06F 21/53 - Monitoring users, programs or devices to maintain the integrity of platforms, e.g. of processors, firmware or operating systems during program execution, e.g. stack integrity, buffer overflow or preventing unwanted data erasure by executing in a restricted environment, e.g. sandbox or secure virtual machine
• G06F 21/64 - Protecting data integrity, e.g. using checksums, certificates or signatures
• G06F 21/84 - Protecting input, output or interconnection devices output devices, e.g. displays or monitors

Abstract

Secure testing device includes a frame positionable on a person's head, a display section, and a combiner arranged at least partly in front of the eyes of the person and which allows simultaneous viewing of an environment in front of the person and content on the display section, e.g., test questions. A crossview camera system images from locations on each lateral side of the frame toward the opposite lateral side and below the combiner. An iris camera system images the eyes of the person. A forward-looking camera system images an area in front of the frame. A processor analyzes images obtained by the crossview camera system to determine presence of imaging devices, images obtained by the iris camera system to determine position of irises of the person and optionally imaging devices, and images obtained by the forward-looking camera system to determine presence of specific objects.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G09B 7/07 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers of the multiple-choice answer type, i.e. where a given question is provided with a series of answers and a choice has to be made from the answers providing for individual presentation of questions to a plurality of student stations
• G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer

Abstract

Methods for administering and taking a test using a headpiece supported on a person's head. A test is directed to the headpiece and includes real displays. A sequence of the real displays and fake displays are displayed on a display in front of the person's face. An encrypted code is provided, which when decrypted, provides places of the real displays in the display sequence. The encrypted code is decrypted to obtain the places of the real displays in the display sequence. A light valve assembly in the viewing portion is controlled to assume, when a real display is being displayed, a first state in which the person is able to view the display through the light valve assembly and thus the real display and assume, when a fake display is being displayed, a second state in which the person is prevented from viewing the display through the light valve assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

• G09B 7/077 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers of the multiple-choice answer type, i.e. where a given question is provided with a series of answers and a choice has to be made from the answers providing for individual presentation of questions to a plurality of student stations different stations being capable of presenting different questions simultaneously
• G09B 7/00 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers
• G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
• G06F 21/86 - Secure or tamper-resistant housings
• G06F 21/88 - Detecting or preventing theft or loss
• G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
• G06F 21/62 - Protecting access to data via a platform, e.g. using keys or access control rules
• G06F 21/84 - Protecting input, output or interconnection devices output devices, e.g. displays or monitors
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/00 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups ,
• H04R 29/00 - Monitoring arrangementsTesting arrangements
• G06V 40/19 - Sensors therefor
• G06V 40/18 - Eye characteristics, e.g. of the iris

Abstract

Secure testing system including a frame having a lens portion and a support portion extending rearward therefrom, a housing attached to the frame, an assembly arranged in the housing, and a chassis intrusion detector arranged over the housing to detect an attempt to intrude into the housing. The assembly includes a display oriented rearward, a contact microphone that operatively contacts a face of a wearer and detects vibrations of a bone of the wearer, a biometric sensor arranged at least partly in the housing, and a processor that monitors the contact microphone for vibrations and the biometric sensor for changes in biometric data. For testing, the processor directs display of questions on the display, receives answers via a user interface, confirms identity of a test-taker by analyzing biometric data and detects talking by the test-taker indicative of cheating on the test by monitoring vibrations detected by the contact microphone.

IPC Classes  ?

• G09B 7/00 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers

Abstract

Intrusion-protected memory-containing assembly including a substrate, a data storage component and processor on the substrate, and a chassis intrusion detector assembly around the substrate. The chassis intrusion detector assembly includes a first plastic film, a mesh including conductor wires arranged on the first plastic film, and a second plastic film covering the mesh. The conductor wires are connected together in a single circuit with the processor to form a single transmission line. The second plastic film has sealed edges integrated with the mesh such that the edges are inseparable without breaking one of the conductor wires of the mesh. The processor takes action to prevent access to data in the data storage component upon detecting a variance in current through or impedance of the transmission line defined by the conductor wires caused by breaking of one of the conductor wires, e.g., causes the data storage component to self-destruct.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 21/78 - Protecting specific internal or peripheral components, in which the protection of a component leads to protection of the entire computer to assure secure storage of data
• G06K 7/00 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers

Goods & Services

Wearable computer peripheral, namely, a headset, for use in testing, examination and certification processes, comprising a head-worn frame, one or more displays, a processor, a communications unit, and recorded computer software that provides for tamper-resistant communications between a database, a server and the wearable computer peripheral and detection of assistance being provided during the test, examination or certification

Abstract

Vehicular electrical system that provides power and communications to controllable vehicular devices includes an electrical bus having elongate wires, an electrical source connected to the bus, and control units each attached to one or more of the devices. Couplers couple transceivers to the bus to enable messages generated by the transceiver to be provided to the bus and messages on the bus to be retrieved by the transceiver using an identification protocol. Each coupler includes an annular magnetic unit arranged around the wires, and a coil wound around part of the magnetic unit and connected to a respective transceiver. Power and communications are provided to the devices from a power source and communications source coupled to the bus through the bus, the transceivers and the control units coupled to the transceivers to cause a change in operation of the devices based on messages on the bus.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
• B60R 16/023 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems
• B60R 16/03 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems
• B60R 16/04 - Arrangement of batteries
• H04B 3/54 - Systems for transmission via power distribution lines
• H04B 3/56 - Circuits for coupling, blocking, or by-passing of signals
• H01F 38/28 - Current transformers
• H01F 38/30 - Constructions

Abstract

Authentication system for enabling access or use includes a housing, a database of fingerprint and heartbeat data, a fingerprint sensor having a surface on an exterior of the housing onto which a person places their finger, and a heartbeat monitor that obtains data about presence of any heartbeat from a person whose fingers are placed onto the surface of the fingerprint sensor. A processor coupled to the fingerprint sensor, heartbeat monitor and database operatively compares the obtained fingerprint and heartbeat shape derived from heartbeat data to corresponding fingerprint and heartbeat shape data to determine whether the fingerprint and heartbeat shape data are indicative of a person authorized for access or use. Only if both the fingerprint and heartbeat shape data are indicative of the same person authorized for access or use, the processor authorizes access or use, e.g., to a cellphone, of a payment card, and to an access-controlled structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 20/40 - Authorisation, e.g. identification of payer or payee, verification of customer or shop credentialsReview and approval of payers, e.g. check of credit lines or negative lists
• G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
• G06F 13/42 - Bus transfer protocol, e.g. handshakeSynchronisation
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
• G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
• G06F 7/08 - Sorting, i.e. grouping record carriers in numerical or other ordered sequence according to the classification of at least some of the information they carry
• H04M 1/72454 - User interfaces specially adapted for cordless or mobile telephones with means for adapting the functionality of the device according to specific conditions according to context-related or environment-related conditions
• H04M 1/02 - Constructional features of telephone sets
• H04M 1/67 - Preventing unauthorised calls from a telephone set by electronic means
• G07F 7/08 - Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus by coded identity card or credit card

Abstract

Intrusion-protected memory-containing assembly including a substrate, a data storage component and processor on the substrate, and a chassis intrusion detector assembly around the substrate. The chassis intrusion detector assembly includes a first plastic film, a mesh including conductor wires arranged on the first plastic film, and a second plastic film covering the mesh. The conductor wires are connected together in a single circuit with the processor to form a single transmission line. The second plastic film has sealed edges integrated with the mesh such that the edges are inseparable without breaking one of the conductor wires of the mesh. The processor takes action to prevent access to data in the data storage component upon detecting a variance in current through or impedance of the transmission line defined by the conductor wires caused by breaking of one of the conductor wires, e.g., causes the data storage component to self-destruct.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 21/87 - Secure or tamper-resistant housings by means of encapsulation, e.g. for integrated circuits
• H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
• H01L 23/00 - Details of semiconductor or other solid state devices
• G06F 21/88 - Detecting or preventing theft or loss
• G06F 21/78 - Protecting specific internal or peripheral components, in which the protection of a component leads to protection of the entire computer to assure secure storage of data
• H01L 23/31 - Encapsulation, e.g. encapsulating layers, coatings characterised by the arrangement

Abstract

System and method for managing and using a map database includes creating the database using mapping vehicles (128) and enabling access to the database by people and other vehicles to enable use of determined position of identified landmarks, data about roads on which the mapping vehicles (128) were driven and the images and content thereof. The database is created by driving mapping vehicles (128) on roads, obtaining images of an area on and around roads using at least one camera assembly (110) on each mapping vehicle (128), identifying common landmarks in obtained images, determining position of each mapping vehicle (128) using a satellite positioning system such that the position at which each image is obtained by the mapping vehicle (128) is accurately known, and determining the position of each identified landmark in consideration of determined vehicle position when the image containing the landmark is obtained.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• B60N 2/28 - Seats readily mountable on, and dismountable from, existing seats of the vehicle
• B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
• B60R 19/20 - Means within the bumper to absorb impact containing gas or liquid, e.g. inflatable
• B60R 19/42 - Bumpers, i.e. impact receiving or absorbing members for protecting vehicles or fending off blows from other vehicles or objects extending primarily along the sides of, or completely encircling, a vehicle
• B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
• B60R 21/01 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents

Abstract

Headpiece (10) including a frame (22) having a support portion supported on a test-taker's head, an imaging device (14) that obtains images of an environment around and in front of the test-taker, a biometric identification system (26) that obtains biometric data about the person, a display (12) viewable by the test-taker, and a sound generator and detector (16, 18). A processor on the frame (22) is coupled to these components and controls content of the display (12) based on input received via the imaging device (14) and the biometric identification system (26). The processor also monitors detection of audio communications by the sound detector (16) relative to sound generated by the sound generator (18) and images obtained by the imaging device (14) and a test is displayed on the display (12) to determine whether a person other than the test-taker is present in an image obtained by the imaging device (14) or orally providing information to the test-taker.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
• G09B 7/07 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers of the multiple-choice answer type, i.e. where a given question is provided with a series of answers and a choice has to be made from the answers providing for individual presentation of questions to a plurality of student stations
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• H04N 5/247 - Arrangement of television cameras
• G10L 17/00 - Speaker identification or verification techniques
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

Method and system for adjusting a vehicular component based on vehicle position includes obtaining kinematic data from an inertial measurement unit on the vehicle, deriving, using a processor, information about current vehicle position from the data obtained from the IMU and an earlier known vehicle position, and adjusting, using the Processor the derived current vehicle position to obtain a corrected current vehicle position. Obtaining at least one image of an external vehicle area using a camera assembly in a fixed relationship to the IMU, identifying multiple landmarks in each image, analyzing each image to derive positional information about each landmark, obtaining from a map database positional information about each landmark, and adjusting the derived current vehicle position based on identified discrepancies to obtain the corrected current vehicle position. Operation of the vehicular component is changed based on the corrected current vehicle position.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01C 21/10 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration

Abstract

Headpiece for test-taking includes a frame having support structure for supporting the frame on a person's head and a viewing portion configured to be in front of the person's face when the frame is supported on the person's head, and at least one light valve assembly arranged in the viewing portion. Each light valve assembly has a first state in which the person is able to see therethrough and an alternative second state in which viewing therethrough is prevented. A controller controls whether the light valve assembly is in the first state or the second state to thereby control viewing therethrough. The light valve assembly may be situated rearward of part of the viewing portion. Only the headpiece wearer is thus able to view test questions on a display through the light valve assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

• G09B 7/077 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers of the multiple-choice answer type, i.e. where a given question is provided with a series of answers and a choice has to be made from the answers providing for individual presentation of questions to a plurality of student stations different stations being capable of presenting different questions simultaneously
• G06F 21/32 - User authentication using biometric data, e.g. fingerprints, iris scans or voiceprints
• G06F 21/86 - Secure or tamper-resistant housings
• G06F 21/88 - Detecting or preventing theft or loss
• G09B 7/00 - Electrically-operated teaching apparatus or devices working with questions and answers
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
• G06F 21/62 - Protecting access to data via a platform, e.g. using keys or access control rules
• G06F 21/84 - Protecting input, output or interconnection devices output devices, e.g. displays or monitors
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/00 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups ,
• H04R 29/00 - Monitoring arrangementsTesting arrangements

Abstract

Vehicular navigation system updating system includes condition detectors (12) that detect presence of an object or condition potentially interfering with movement of vehicles on a roadway (50). A signal, data or information about the detected presence of the object or condition is transmitted (52) to a remote site at which a processor generates (54) a map update based on the detected presence of the object or condition and directs communication (56) of the map update (58) to vehicles in a vicinity of a location at which the condition detector detected the presence of the object or condition. The vehicular navigation system of each vehicle receives (60) the map update (58) and uses the map with the map update (58) to display or otherwise indicate (62) the presence of the object or condition. Another map update is generated when the absence of the object or condition is determined.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01C 21/20 - Instruments for performing navigational calculations
• G01C 21/26 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups specially adapted for navigation in a road network
• G01C 21/36 - Input/output arrangements for on-board computers

Abstract

Vehicular navigation system updating system includes condition detectors that detect presence of an object or condition potentially interfering with movement of vehicles on a roadway, each condition detector being located on or alongside the roadway or in a vehicle. A signal, data or information about the detected presence of the object or condition is transmitted to a remote site at which a processor generates an update for a map based on the detected presence of the object or condition and directs communication of the map update to vehicles in a vicinity of a location at which the condition detector detected the presence of the object or condition. The vehicular navigation system of each vehicle uses the map with the map update to display or otherwise indicate the presence of the object or condition. Another map update is generated when the absence of the object or condition is determined.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01C 21/30 - Map- or contour-matching
• G08G 1/0962 - Arrangements for giving variable traffic instructions having an indicator mounted inside the vehicle, e.g. giving voice messages

Abstract

Electrical system (100) for a vehicle that provides power and communications to vehicular devices includes a (singular) electrical bus (12, 52, 62) having elongate wires (102), and connector assemblies (100) situated at different locations along the wires (102). The connector assemblies (100) include a splice housing (110) defining an inlet and outlet for the wires (102), the wires (102) passing from the inlet to the outlet through the splice housing (110) without being interrupted, and a connector (120) attached to the splice housing (110). An electrical conduit, such as wires (104), is attached at one end region to each connector (120) and at an opposite end region to a respective cluster or cluster control unit (22). Each cluster or cluster control unit (22) is electrically coupled by wires (24) to at least one vehicular device. Power and communications are provided to the vehicular devices by a power source and communications source (56, 58) through the bus (12, 52, 62).

IPC Classes  ?

• B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
• H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure

Abstract

Vehicle-mounted device includes an inertial measurement unit (IMU) (8) having at least one accelerometer or gyroscope, a GPS receiver (6), a camera (10) positioned to obtain unobstructed images of an area exterior of the vehicle (16) and a control system (20) coupled to these components. The control system (20) re-calibrates each accelerometer or gyroscope using signals obtained by the GPS receiver (6), and derives information about objects in the images obtained by the camera (10) and location of the objects based on data from the IMU (8) and GPS receiver (6). A communication system (18) communicates the information derived by the control system (20) to a location separate and apart from the vehicle (16). The control system (20) includes a processor that provides a location of the camera (10) and a direction in which the camera (10) is imaging based on data from the IMU corrected based on data from the GPS receiver (6), for use in creating the map database (12).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08G 1/123 - Traffic control systems for road vehicles indicating the position of vehicles, e.g. scheduled vehicles

Abstract

Vehicle including a seat on which an occupant sits, a set of at least one electric field antenna arranged in the seat, and a control unit coupled to the antenna set and configured to direct one or more antennas to transmit an oscillating electric field at a frequency that enables the electric field to be conducted through the seated occupant. An electrical circuit is coupled to a vehicular component and has a conductive surface in a position accessible by the occupant's finger. Proximity of the occupant's finger to or contact with the conductive surface, when an antenna is transmitting an oscillating electric field conducted through the occupant, causes a capacitive coupling to develop between the occupant and the conductive surface and completion of the circuit. This enables control of the component by the occupant's finger, which may be adjustment or change in the state, condition or operation of the component.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
• B60R 16/03 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems
• B60N 2/24 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles for particular purposes or particular vehicles
• B60N 2/46 - Arm-rests
• B62D 1/04 - Hand wheels
• B62D 25/14 - Dashboards as superstructure sub-unit
• H03K 17/955 - Proximity switches using a capacitive detector
• B60N 2/00 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles
• B60N 2/02 - Seats specially adapted for vehiclesArrangement or mounting of seats in vehicles the seat or part thereof being movable, e.g. adjustable
• H03K 17/945 - Proximity switches

Abstract

Vehicle including a seat on which an occupant sits, a set of at least one electric field antenna arranged in the seat, and a control unit coupled to the antenna set and configured to direct one or more antennas to generate an oscillating electric field at a frequency that enables the electric field to be conducted through the seated occupant. An electrical circuit is coupled to a vehicular component and has a conductive surface in a position accessible by the occupant's finger. Proximity of the occupant's finger to or contact with the conductive surface, when an antenna is generating an oscillating electric field conducted through the occupant, causes a capacitive coupling to develop between the occupant and the conductive surface and completion of the circuit. This enables control of the component by the occupant's finger, which may be adjustment or change in the state, condition or operation of the component.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04B 13/00 - Transmission systems characterised by the medium used for transmission, not provided for in groups
• H04B 1/59 - RespondersTransponders

Abstract

Card including a substrate, at least one biometric data entry device on the substrate to receive biometric data about an individual holding the substrate, a memory component on the substrate and containing biometric data about an individual possessing the card and at least one private key, and a processor configured to compare biometric data received via the biometric data entry device to biometric data contained in the memory component to determine whether they match. When there is a biometric data match, a process requiring use of the private key(s) is initiated for authorized use of the card. A chassis intrusion detector system detects tampering with the card and upon such detection, causes deletion of the private key(s) to thereby prevent unauthorized use of the card.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 7/04 - Identity comparison, i.e. for like or unlike values

Abstract

Headpiece (10) including a frame (22) having a support portion supported on a test-taker's head, an imaging device (14) that obtains images of an environment around and in front of the test-taker, a biometric identification system (26) that obtains biometric data about the person, a display (12) viewable by the test-taker, and a sound generator and detector (16, 18). A processor on the frame (22) is coupled to these components and controls content of the display (12) based on input received via the imaging device (14) and the biometric identification system (26). The processor also monitors detection of audio communications by the sound detector (16) relative to sound generated by the sound generator (18) and images obtained by the imaging device (14) and a test is displayed on the display (12) to determine whether a person other than the test-taker is present in an image obtained by the imaging device (14) or orally providing information to the test-taker.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

Abstract

Method for detecting an attempt to physically alter an electronic device including enclosing the device in a cover component (102, 104), positioning conductive wires (100) in the cover component (102, 104) external to the device, coupling a security assembly (106) to the wires, and then monitoring impedance of the wires (100) by means of the security assembly (106). When a change in impedance is detected by the security assembly (106), a required security code needed for use of the device is deleted.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 13/14 - Mechanical actuation by lifting or attempted removal of hand-portable articles

Abstract

Vehicle-mounted device includes an inertial measurement unit (IMU) having at least one accelerometer or gyroscope, a GPS receiver, a camera positioned to obtain unobstructed images of an area exterior of the vehicle and a control system coupled to these components. The control system re-calibrates each accelerometer or gyroscope using signals obtained by the GPS receiver, and derives information about objects in the images obtained by the camera and location of the objects based on data from the IMU and GPS receiver. A communication system communicates the information derived by the control system to a location separate and apart from the vehicle. The control system includes a processor that provides a location of the camera and a direction in which the camera is imaging based on data from the IMU corrected based on data from the GPS receiver, for use in creating the map database.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation
• G01S 19/13 - Receivers
• B60W 30/00 - Purposes of road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit, e.g. of systems using conjoint control of vehicle sub-units
• G06T 7/00 - Image analysis
• B60R 21/0132 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents including means for detecting collisions, impending collisions or roll-over responsive to vehicle motion parameters

Abstract

Arrangement and method for monitoring a structure at a fixed location, e.g., a house, parked boat or parked airplane, includes a monitoring or sensor system arranged to obtain information about the structure, an exterior of the structure and/or an interior of the structure different than the location of the structure, and a communication system coupled to the sensor system and being provided with a location of the structure. The communication system transmits the information about the structure obtained by the sensor system and the location of the structure to a remote facility. The remote facility can therefore monitor the structure, and take steps to ensure the integrity of the reservoir and the fluid therein. To enable wireless and powerless monitoring, a power source independent of a power grid extending outside of the trailer may be provided to supply power to the sensor system and the communications unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 25/10 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using wireless transmission systems
• B60R 25/08 - Fittings or systems for preventing or indicating unauthorised use or theft of vehicles operating on vehicle systems or fittings, e.g. on doors, seats or windscreens operating on brakes or brake systems
• B60T 7/16 - Brake-action initiating means for automatic initiationBrake-action initiating means for initiation not subject to will of driver or passenger operated by remote control, i.e. initiating means not mounted on vehicle

Abstract

Vehicle (10) for obtaining data for road mapping including a first camera system (12) mounted on the vehicle and positioned to obtain images in a substantially vertical plane of at least part of the road lane and adjacent area, a second camera system (15, 16) mounted on the vehicle (10) adjacent the first camera system (12) and positioned to obtain images in a substantially vertical plane of substantially the same portion of the road lane and adjacent area as the first camera system (12), a source of structured light illiumination (13, 14) emanating from a location apart from the second camera system (15, 16) but illuminating the ground in the field of view of the second camera system (15, 16) and at least one GNSS module (20) containing a GPS receiver and an inertial navigation system. (FIG. 1 )

IPC Classes  ?

• G01C 11/00 - Photogrammetry or videogrammetry, e.g. stereogrammetryPhotographic surveying
• B60R 1/00 - Optical viewing arrangementsReal-time viewing arrangements for drivers or passengers using optical image capturing systems, e.g. cameras or video systems specially adapted for use in or on vehicles