635 results about "Lead Indicator" patented technology

A system is provided for locating a vehicle. The system comprises a transmission device such as a key fob for transmission and receiving of a signal. Typically the key fob has a plurality of indicators such as LED indicators arranged in a circle. The key fob is adapted to transmit a radio frequency or microwave frequency transmission signal. An antenna array is positioned on or in a vehicle. The array comprises a plurality of antennas, generally arranged in a circular pattern. The array is adapted to receive the transmission signal from the transmission device which is converted to be analyzed by a microcontroller unit (MCU). The MCU is adapted to: (i) receive digital data converted from the transmission signal, (ii) calculate an angle of arrival (AOA) or direction of arrival (DOA) based on known components and an algorithm, and (iii) transmit a selection signal back to the key fob. A signal processing unit is coupled to the plurality of antennas and the MCU. The signal processing unit is adapted to receive the signal transmission from each antenna, convert the signal to digital data, and transmit the digital data to the MCU.

A dual mode handheld ultrasonic device is provided for guiding a venous access catheter into a patient's peripheral vein. It provides B-mode imaging with a predetermined aperture and operating frequency which locates and displays a gray scale cross-sectional image of the target blood vessel. A single doppler beam in a separate mode detects the same blood vessel and creates a single scanline image superimposed to such B-mode cross-sectional image. Simultaneously, the intensity of the positive doppler shift detected by the single doppler beam as it hits the target blood vessel activates a plurality of light emitting diode (LED) indicator lights with varying voltage requirements mounted in the scanhead. Activated LED indicator lights forms an arrow pointing inferiorly perpendicular to the target vessel which guides a physician or a paramedical professional to the precise catheter insertion spot on a patient's extremity while simultaneously viewing the target blood vessel's cross-section on the display screen.

The present invention is a hand held portable remote such as a key fob that allows a user to interact with the security system using a flat panel touch-pad. The touch-pad input allows a user to rapidly select and control a large number of security functions, such as Arm, Disarm, Panic, garage door open, lamp on / off, and lamp dimming control, etc. The security device comprises a housing, a wireless communication port for interface with the security system, a touch-pad input device, and processing circuitry. In order to operate the security device, the user generates a user input by creating a contact motion on the touch-pad input device with a fingertip. The contact motion may consist of a swiping motion, a tapping, or a circular motion. In order to distinguish the contact motion clearly, when the fingertip contact comprises a wider than normal contact, it causes the processing circuitry to not generate an output signal. The security device also comprises an LCD display for displaying alpha numeric control options to a user and LED indicators for indicating the modes of the processing circuitry.

A method and system for auxiliary display of information for a computing device. An auxiliary display is integrated with a computing system to provide an area where notifications can be peripherally presented off-screen. Whenever a background task sends a notification to the main display of the system, the notification may be redirected to appear instead on the auxiliary display. A user may then glance at the notification appearing on the auxiliary display to be informed of the message without interruption from the current task onscreen. Any type of information may be presented on the auxiliary display including incoming communications, meeting reminders, system alerts, and information from Internet subscription services. The auxiliary display may be placed on the central processor chassis or on the monitor border along with LED indicator lights to provide simple peripheral-vision notification. By pressing a button, a user may obtain additional detailed follow-up information.

Systems and methods for providing notifications to players of a gaming console of messages and system notifications. A controller and the gaming console include a four quadrant LED indicator. Each quadrant of the ring may be illuminated individually or together using an LED to indicate the messages and notifications. The quadrants may be illuminated in one of three colors and / or in patterns to indicate different types of notifications. Onscreen displays may be used to supplement the LED indicators to convey information to users. A method of binding and discovering a controller is also provided where the controller may be bound to a gaming console. After a controller is bound to a console, the controller may be discovered by the gaming console where it is assigned a virtual port and enabled for game play.

This invention discloses an electronic cigarette device which comprises a central controller, a sensor for detecting a working state of the electronic cigarette device, and a multi-color LED indicator capable of emitting a variety of different colors of light. The central controller controls the multi-color LED light to work in different modes for respectively indicating various working states of the electronic cigarette device according to signals detected by the sensor. The multi-color LED indicator comprises multiple monochromatic LED lights which emit different colors of light. The multi-color LED indicator provided at the electronic cigarette device can indicate the working states of the electronic cigarette device by different working modes thereof, to achieve plenty indication and effectively meet the requirements.

The present invention is a hand held portable remote such as a key fob that allows a user to interact with the security system using a flat panel touch-pad. The touch-pad input allows a user to rapidly select and control a large number of security functions, such as Arm, Disarm, Panic, garage door open, lamp on / off, and lamp dimming control, etc. The security device comprises a housing, a wireless communication port for interface with the security system, a touch-pad input device, and processing circuitry. In order to operate the security device, the user generates a user input by creating a contact motion on the touch-pad input device with a fingertip. The contact motion may consist of a swiping motion, a tapping, or a circular motion. In order to distinguish the contact motion clearly, when the fingertip contact comprises a wider than normal contact, it causes the processing circuitry to not generate an output signal. The security device also comprises an LCD display for displaying alpha numeric control options to a user and LED indicators for indicating the modes of the processing circuitry.

An apparatus for accurately sensing room conditions and positioned in the air stream to the return air plenum. The apparatus is a combination of a temperature and volatile organic compound (VOC) sensor. The sensor module is built into a ceiling grid system with the body of the sensor module extending into the return air plenum. The ceiling grid has a slot fabricated into its face which allows the air stream from the room to flow by the sensors on its way to the plenum. This enables both the temperature and the composition of the air to be monitored at the optimal location. A portable pollution sensor device that measures and monitors leading indicators of indoor air quality and the extent of pollution is used in conjunction with the ceiling grid mounted sensor modules. The portable device documents and benchmarks air quality both in buildings under construction and in existing buildings. The portable device is network-enabled so as to simultaneously transmit the data to various control devices. In addition to its use to monitor areas not otherwise covered by the ceiling grid mounted sensors, the hand-held sensor can be used during building construction to determine the best locations in the ceiling grid system for mounting of the fixed pollution sensors.

A method and apparatus for predicting future data values based on past data values. Past data values such as past product demand values are received. Leading indicators are identified based on the past data values. The future data values are generated based on the leading indicators.

An electronic system for the continuous monitoring of voltage charge within the electrical system of a motor vehicle having an electrical generation source and a secondary electrochemical cell or battery. The system comprises a programmable in-vehicle monitor having a flashing LED indicator that alerts the vehicle operator of the condition of the electrical system. An example of the invention comprises a plug-in housing for use in a vehicle accessory-power-socket. Additionally, a method of market distribution is disclosed.

An automatic transfer switch (ATS) controller is disclosed which includes a power supply circuit to regulate and filter input power, a transformer to convert utility and generator power sources into power supply voltages and voltage sensing sources and a voltage sense signal conditioning circuit. Controller further implements a solenoid driver circuit to drive automatic transfer switch solenoids, an embedded microcontroller configured to monitor utility and generator voltages and a user interface interfaced to said microcontroller for operator entry of instructions. A LED indicator is included and is configured to verify user interface entries and overall operation of the controller and ATS system.

A circuit board plug-in subassembly with an LED indicator light of the invention comprises circuit board equipment (9) and an interface device (8) which is arranged at the left side of the circuit board equipment (9). The LED indicator light (10) is arranged at the top of the circuit board equipment (9), and the interface device (8) comprises a shell which is composed of an upper outline part (81) and a lower outline part (82). A contact pin array (99) is arranged at the part of the plate of the circuit board equipment (9) adjacent to the inner side of the shell and is used for engaging with a jack array (72) which is inserted into a plug (7) between the upper outline part (81) and the lower outline part (82) of the interface device (8), and the upper outline part (81) and the lower outline part (82) are respectively engaged with idler wheels (80), which are arranged on an upper sliding block subassembly (83) and a lower sliding block subassembly (84).

Embodiments of the present invention provide a pouring device for a container for the dosing of liquid. The pouring device has various features intended to ease use, including an improved removal and attachment system and a system to identify and visually illustrate selected pour sizes. In a specific embodiment, the pouring device has a colored light or LED indicator system that allows the user to quickly and easily confirm the selected pour size. Embodiments may also include one or more features that ease attachment and removal of the pouring device to a liquid container, such as a replaceable cork system.

A marketing management method and a system to manage interactions, develop base line for the current performance, analyzing various marketing strategies and selecting a desirable marketing strategy for implementation are disclosed. In one embodiment of the invention, the method helps clients prepare product and service brands to mitigate risks and maximize profits. The method utilizes a web-based system including a server system coupled to a centralized interactive database and at least one client system. The method further includes the steps of documenting benefits and leading indicator metrics to evaluate an impact of the new marketing strategy and then making iterative improvements after strategy implementation to the new marketing strategy to refine the marketing strategy further to reduce risks and increase profits.

A system for automatic detection of authenticity of security documents by measuring reflected components of incident energy in three or more optical wave bands. The system involves the use of UV-visible light source, an optional near infra red light source, photodetectors and associated sensing circuitry. Photoelectric signals generated by photodetectors from the reflected energy received from a security document are used to verify its authenticity under UV-visible along with optional near infra red illumination. The process involves measurement of energy reflected as photoelectric signals from a security document in at least three optical wavebands by suitably located photodetectors with appropriate wave band filters and the electronic signal processing to distinguish between a genuine document from a fake one for ultimate LED indicator display and audio-visual alarms, hence the detection of fake security document.

The present invention relates to ultraviolet air purification devices and custom component kits useful residential and commercial settings. Apparatus and kits according to the invention include an electrical control relay, a safety switch, and a separate ballast for each lamp. When multiple lamps are used, a suppressor ballast is used to protect the lamps from electrical surges. Terminal strips are included so multiple ballasts and lamps can be used as part of the electrical configuration. The invention allows for UV-C bulbs and is designed so that only the lamps and their connectors must be disposed in the path of the air flow. The lamps are easily installed by pushing into a connector on one end. Supports for the end and the middle of the bulbs may be used in installation. LED indicator lights show if each lamp is receiving the electrical charge. Multi-faceted tin reflectors may be installed on each end.

Disclosed is a fingerprint authentication system having a particular benefit for use in protecting vehicles. The system includes a wireless handheld programmer for easy setup and configuration of a multifactor security authentication console having multicolor LED indicator lights that provide programming and user interface feedback by universal symbols. The system is electrically coupled to a vehicle by use of a relay allowing most any vehicle on / off function to be controlled. Once the operator's identity has been authenticated, the device allows operation of the vehicle. A valet mode is provided wherein the unit can be deactivated or programmed to allow a single user. A sensor module operates as the swipe device allowing for the inconspicuous placement on most any vehicle.

An improved method and apparatus for identifying individual wires that are connected between a network patch panel and a remote wall jacks is provided. A permanent LED lamp is installed adjacent to each jack in a computer network patch panel that is electrically connected to two terminals of each of the patch jacks. A handset component that produces direct current voltage is plugged into a remote wall jack to be tested, an electrical circuit is completed using the permanent network cabling thereby energizing the LED indicator lamp at the patch panel, providing positive visual confirmation of the patch panel location that corresponds to the wall jack location. The method of the present invention provides for one worker to remain at the patch panel location, as a second worker, using the handset component of the present invention, plugs the device into a wall plug in a remote location, which lights the corresponding LED on the patch panel. The worker at the patch panel communicates the circuit that was illuminated to the worker at the remote location. Thus, the correct wire for that location on the patch panel is instantly identified, and can be labeled by the remote worker.

The invention discloses a vehicle-mounted CAN bus key panel and a control method of the vehicle-mounted CAN bus key panel. The vehicle-mounted CAN bus key panel comprises a silica gel face shell, a PCB and a plastic bottom shell, wherein the silica gel face shell is provided with a transparent silica gel key area and a black silica gel separation area; the PCB is provided with a key body and LED lamps; the key body and the LED lamps are connected with a CPU module through a CAN bus; the LED lamps comprise an LED indicator lamp and an LED background lamp; the key body is located below the transparent silica gel key area; the LED indicator lamp is located below the black silica gel separation area. A key and the indicator lamp are adopted to replace a mechanical switch, the key body and the LED lamps are connected with the CPU module through the CAN bus, and therefore the service life is prolonged greatly, wiring is simplified, and the size of the key panel is decreased; the black silica gel separation area is arranged above the LED indicator lamp to avoid light interference, and safety and reliability are achieved.

A portable computer system has a light emitting diode (LED) indicator including multiple LEDs to display a power-on self-test (POST) state and an operating state of the computer system. When the portable computer system performs a POST process during system boot, the LEDs of the LED indicator are lighted in response to each step of the POST process. If any error is detected in the POST process, the POST process is stopped with lighting LEDs. The lighting state of the LED indicator indicates where the error has occurred in the computer system, so that a user can verify which element of the computer system has an error, without additionally adding a POST card to the computer system.

A blind spot detector system adapted to the exterior of a vehicle comprising at least one infrared light emitting diode (LED), an infrared photodetector and demodulator, and a microcontroller. The output power of the infrared transmitter is linearly modulated, enabling the blind spot detector to determine the proximity of the detected object. Furthermore, the transmitter output is frequency modulated to screen out random infrared radiation that might adversely affect the operation of the infrared photodetector. The system is calibrated to the position of the attached vehicle by linearly increasing the output power of the transmitter until the rear quadrant of the vehicle is detected when the transmitter is outputting power at a pre-determined calibration level. During normal operation, an object detected while the transmitted power is greater than a predetermined lower threshold and less than the calibration level will activate a LED indicator on the system housing.

A target detecting and tracking system using a background differencing method based on FPGA comprises a FPGA device, a SD card, an LED indicator light, a DDR2SDRAM, two seven-segment digital tubes, an LTM display screen and a minimum video detecting and tracking system, wherein the minimum video detecting and tracking system is embedded in the FPGA and is integrated in a SOPCbuilder environment with an AVLON bus as a standard. The target detecting and tracking system using the background differencing method based on FPGA is mainly used for detecting and tracking moving objects in static scenes. A target detecting and tracking method using the background differencing method based on FPGA comprises the steps of a. reading AVI format video files with the SD card, b. converting the AVI format video files into multiframe images, c. detecting and tracking the videos based on the images, d. obtaining the moving objects which are to be tracked, and e. displaying tracking results on the LTM display screen. Due to the fact that an FPGA platform is adopted by the system, the system is high in parallelism performance, and computing speed is improved. The target detecting and tracking method is good in tracking effect and adaptability, particle filter algorithm which is suitable for non-linear non-Gaussian dynamic models, and the target detecting and tracking system is similar with real scenes and is good in adaptability and high in tracking accuracy.

Systems and methods that facilitate a multi-color error code recognition system. In a one embodiment, the device includes a micro processor based control system and one or more LED indicators coupled to the control system and capable of emitting two or more colors of light. In operations, the control system detects a failed mechanism in the device and causes the one or more LED indicators to blink in a first color a number of times corresponding to the first digit of the error code and then blink in a second color a number of times corresponding to the second digit of the error code.

An electrical wall outlet comprises an insulating cover portion, LEDs, a pair of magnetic electrodes, and insulating pads. The insulating cover portion encloses outlet electrodes of the wall outlet. The one or more outlet electrodes are ferrous. The LEDs are disposed on the front surface of the insulating cover portion. The pair of magnetic electrodes are disposed on the rear surface of the insulating cover portion, extending from a pair of common terminals of the LEDs that are disposed on the insulating cover portion, toward to one of the one or more outlet electrodes of the electrical wall outlet. The pair of magnetic electrodes are flexible to bend. Also, the pair of magnetic electrodes are resilient to recover when the insulating cover portion is plucked out. The insulating pads keeps the magnetic electrodes from touching parts other than the electrodes of wall outlet.

The invention discloses a solar intelligent zebra crossing device. The solar intelligent zebra crossing device comprises a solar power supply system, a pedestrian sensing and detecting system, a PLC (programmable logic controller) control system, a zebra crossing LED indicator light system and a voice warning system. When pedestrians go into a zebra crossing area, pressure sensors transmit sensing signals to the control system, the control system judges that the pedestrians walk out of the zebra crossing or to the opposition direction of the zebra crossing. When the pedestrians walk to the counter road via the zebra crossing, LED lamps embedded on the zebra crossing emit conspicuous red light to prompt passing vehicles of no entry so as to avoid the pedestrians in advance. When the vehicles pass and the pedestrians are detected at a starting line of the zebra crossing, the voice warning system can prompt the pedestrians of no entry. The solar intelligent zebra crossing device is powered by solar energy, energy source is saved, cables are not needed to be paved, mounting of the device is convenient, avoiding of the vehicles and safety passing of the pedestrians are facilitated, and traffic potential hazards are reduced.

A method and system for temporal dithering of an LED indicator are disclosed, one embodiment of the method comprising: initializing the LED indicator to display a first color of a color palette; during each cycle of a preset cycling rate, cycling the LED indicator display color between the first color and one or more selected colors of the color palette, wherein the LED indicator is caused to display in turn the first color and each selected color of the color palette for a preset portion of each cycle determined to result in a perceived display color at the LED indicator; and repeating the cycling step to maintain the perceived display color at the LED indicator. The method can further comprise the step of changing the perceived display color to a new perceived display color. Changing the perceived display color can comprise: adjusting the size of the preset portion of each cycle allotted to each of the first color and the one or more selected colors for display, wherein the size of each preset portion is determined to result in the new perceived display color; and repeating the cycling step using the adjusted preset portion sizes to maintain the new perceived display color at the LED indicator. Further, changing the perceived display color can be manually initiated or automatically initiated in response to a changing condition. The changing condition can be, for example, an exceeded limit of a parameter associated with the LED indicator.

The invention discloses a method adopting image segmentation for automatically testing the LED indicator light of automobile instruments and provides a region-growing method based on the maximum between-cluster variance (Otsu's Method). The method comprises the following steps: automatically selecting the centroid in the light-emitting region of the LED light as the seed point to carry out the region-growing; realizing the region segmentation and extraction; and judging whether the brightness and color of the light are correct upon the seed point and the area of the region. The invention can effectively improve the testing accuracy rate and testing efficiency of the LED indicator light of the automobile instruments and provide effective means for the automatic production of the automobile instruments.

An intelligent Caddy-Pilot for facilitating biometric verification. The device works as a single sign-on device for an internal VPN or network or in conjunction with a central data network and may act as a card reader for various Safe Card and traditional credit cards to perform secure transactions and other objective functions, or as an; instantaneous standalone biometric authentication and identification device. The Caddy-Pilot generally comprises a Credit Card-sized housing defining an end-wise card insertion port, a USB connection port, a magnetic card strip reader head, an internal infrared receiver / transmitter, a fingerprint scanner, LCD display screen, LED indicator lights, and a programmable microprocessor and memory. At issuance, an initial scan of the user's fingerprint is completed and a portion of the digitized fingerprints scan is stored locally on Caddy Pilot along with an image of the user for later authentication. The user may then employ the Caddy-Pilot by connection to any available USB port on a web enabled device to initiate both a local biometric-secure authentication sequence as well as a network biometric authentication single sign-on sequence to fully authenticate the user. Once authenticated the user is permitted access to requested resource or data.

An LED indication lamp has desired luminous intensity distribution characteristics without need for any light-emitting diode of a special shape. The LED indication lamp comprising a plurality of light-emitting diodes and having specified luminous intensity distribution characteristics is further provided with a condenser lens. The light-emitting diodes are arranged in a pattern corresponding to a luminous intensity distribution pattern determined according to the luminous intensity distribution characteristics. The light-emitting diodes thus arranged and the condenser lens are arranged so that light emitted from the light-emitting diodes in the luminous intensity distribution pattern through the condenser lens satisfies the luminous intensity distribution characteristics.