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23-04-2018 дата публикации

Устройство определения азимута направления и местоположения

Номер: RU0000178904U1
Автор: Иван Владимирович Чернов
Принадлежит: Иван Владимирович Чернов

Полезная модель относится к области измерительной техники, в частности к гироскопическим приборам, радионавигации, топографии, и может быть использована при ориентировании на местности - определении азимутов направлений и координат, решении геодезических задач и т.п. Устройство определения азимута направления и местоположения содержит гироблок и подвижно соединенный с ним тахеометр, образующие гиротеодолит, при этом дополнительно введена спутниковая геодезическая аппаратура, содержащая приёмник двух или более частотных сигналов систем GPS/ГЛОНАСС и спутниковую антенну, которая соосно интегрирована в одном корпусе с гиротеодолитом. Техническим результатом заявленной полезной модели является совместное определение координат пункта установки и азимута направления. 1 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 178 904 U1 (51) МПК G01C 1/00 (2006.01) G01S 19/13 (2010.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК G01C 1/00 (2006.01); G01S 19/13 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2017137539, 26.10.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Чернов Иван Владимирович (RU) Дата регистрации: 23.04.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 104701 U1, 20.05.2011. UA 75648 C2, 15.05.2006. WO 2014055428 A2, 10.04.2014. EP 3228985 A1, 11.10.2017. (45) Опубликовано: 23.04.2018 Бюл. № 12 R U (54) Устройство определения азимута направления и местоположения (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к области гиротеодолит, при этом дополнительно введена измерительной техники, в частности к спутниковая геодезическая аппаратура, гироскопическим приборам, радионавигации, содержащая приёмник двух или более частотных топографии, и может быть использована при сигналов систем GPS/ГЛОНАСС и спутниковую ориентировании на местности - определении антенну, которая соосно интегрирована в одном азимутов направлений и координат, решении корпусе с гиротеодолитом. Техническим геодезических задач и ...

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Номер записи: 1
12-01-2012 дата публикации

Methods, Systems, and Products for Authenticating Users

Номер: US20120011575A1
Автор: David Kormann, William Roberts Cheswick
Принадлежит: AT&T INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY I LP

Methods, systems, and products authenticate a user to a device. A user selects or submits a media file for authentication. Features in the media file are compared to a set of criteria for authentication. The number of matching criteria, that are within a range of values for each criterion in the set of criteria, are determined. The number of matching criteria is compared to a threshold value. When the number of matching criteria equals or exceeds the threshold value, then the user that selected or submitted the media file is authenticated.

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Номер записи: 2
19-01-2012 дата публикации

Fitness Monitoring Methods, Systems, and Program Products, and Applications Thereof

Номер: US20120015779A1
Автор: Christian Dibenedetto, Maya Ann Powch, Stephen John Black, Tony Hope
Принадлежит: adidas AG

Fitness monitoring methods, systems, and program products are disclosed. In an embodiment, a computer-implemented method for providing a new workout for an athlete utilizing a fitness monitoring service includes the steps of granting an athlete access to an account of the fitness monitoring service, maintaining a schedule of workouts for the athlete to complete in association with the account, receiving the new workout from a coach, adding the new workout to the schedule of workouts, and exchanging information related to the new workout with a portable fitness monitoring device.

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Номер записи: 3
08-03-2012 дата публикации

Ball separation device for a golf range target

Номер: US20120058835A1
Автор: Robert Luciano, Jr.
Принадлежит: Edge Technology LLC

A ball separation device for a golf range target system is described. The ball separation device comprises a golf range target having a golf ball delivery shaft. A ball isolation system within the golf ball delivery shaft is configured to temporarily trap the ball within the shaft. A gate is configured to control the routing of a golf ball released from the ball isolation system. A control system queries the RFID reader while a ball is trapped in the ball isolation system. If the RFID reader receives a signal that identifies the golf ball as an RFID golf ball, the ball separation control system routes the ball to an RFID ball collector, otherwise, the ball is routed to a secondary location. After the determination is made as to where the trapped golf ball is to be routed, the ball isolation system releases the ball.

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Номер записи: 4
08-03-2012 дата публикации

Automatic Blade Control System during a Period of a Global Navigation Satellite System ...

Номер: US20120059554A1
Автор: Alexander N. Omelchenko, Alexey V. Zhdanov
Принадлежит: Topcon Positioning Systems Inc

For precision grading of terrain by a dozer, the dozer blade can be automatically controlled based on measurements from a combination of a global navigation satellite system real-time kinematic mode (GNSS RTK) system and inertial sensors. At least one GNSS sensor and at least one inertial sensor are mounted on the dozer. Control algorithms are based on blade elevation and blade slope angle. During a period of GNSS RTK system outage, control of blade elevation is not available. Blade control is maintained by switching to control algorithms based on blade slope angle and blade pitch angle. Blade slope angle and blade pitch angle are controlled based on extrapolated target values of blade slope angle and blade pitch angle. The extrapolated target values of the angles are extrapolated from target values of the angles prior to the GNSS RTK system outage with the use of a distance travelled by the dozer.

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Номер записи: 5
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Watercraft automation and aquatic effort data utilization

Номер: US20120066245A1
Автор: Ryan T. Grace, Ted V. Grace
Принадлежит: Grace Ryan T, Grace Ted V

Watercraft automation and aquatic data utilization for aquatic efforts are disclosed. In one aspect, an anchor point is obtained and a watercraft position maintenance routine is actuated to control the watercraft to maintain association with the anchor point. In another aspect, prior aquatic effort data is obtained in association with an anchor point. In yet another aspect, current aquatic effort data is generated in association with an anchor point. In still another aspect, current aquatic effort data and prior aquatic effort data are utilized for prediction generation. In yet another aspect, current aquatic effort data and prior aquatic effort data are utilized to obtain another anchor point for a watercraft.

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Номер записи: 6
05-04-2012 дата публикации

Method and system for gps based navigation and hazard avoidance in a mining environment

Номер: US20120081237A1
Автор: Andree Röttig, Mario Leonel Rearle, Paulo Rogerio Andrade
Принадлежит: Modular Mining Systems Inc

A system and method for GPS based navigation and hazard avoidance in a mining environment are described. The system includes a central application that has a dynamic roadmap definition module adapted to at least allow a user to arbitrarily define features in a geographical information systems database and import overhead imaging data corresponding to a geographical area in which said features are defined. The central application includes a remote position and attitude reception module adapted to at least receive data concerning the position of at least one remote vehicle, a transceiver module adapted for exchanging data with at least one remote vehicle; and a logging and tracking module adapted for at least logging said position of at least one remote vehicle over time. The system also has a remote application; and a communications link adapted for exchanging data between the central application and the remote application.

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Номер записи: 7
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Range of Focus in an Augmented Reality Application

Номер: US20120105476A1
Автор: Erick Tseng
Принадлежит: Google LLC

A computer-implemented augmented reality method includes receiving one or more indications, entered on a mobile computing device by a user of the mobile computing device, of a distance range for determining items to display with an augmented reality application, the distance range representing geographic distance from a base point where the mobile computing device is located. The method also includes selecting, from items in a computer database, one or more items that are located within the distance range from the mobile computing device entered by the user, and providing data for representing labels for the selected one or more items on a visual display of the mobile computing device, the labels corresponding to the selected items, and the items corresponding to geographical features that are within the distance range as measure from the mobile computing device.

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Номер записи: 8
17-05-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods for mobile terminal location verification

Номер: US20120122471A1
Автор: Keith J. Brodie, Per Kristian Enge, Sanjai Kohli
Принадлежит: Individual

Methods and systems for using W-code to extend anti-spoof capability to civilian GPS receivers for verifying locations of mobile terminals are disclosed. A system for verifying a reported location of a mobile terminal includes a receiver of the mobile terminal and a verification processor. The receiver processes the radio ranging signals to generate measured quantities related to the W-code to the verification processor. The receiver also provides the reported location of the mobile terminal to the verification processor. The verification processor generates expected quantities related to the W-code based on the reported location of the mobile terminal. The verification processor further compares the measured quantities related to the W-code to the expected quantities related to the W-code to verify the reported location of the mobile terminal.

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Номер записи: 9
31-05-2012 дата публикации

System and method for gnss in-band authenticated position determination

Номер: US20120133552A1
Автор: Ryan Haoyun Wu
Принадлежит: Sensis Corp

The present invention provides a system and method for determining the authenticity of reported positions of GNSS receivers, such as aircraft equipped with GPS positioning devices, and provides an in-band verification capability for GNSS positions by tasking one or more GNSS satellites as designated authentication support (DAS) satellites that transmit corrupted ephemeris data in a pseudo-random error corrupted C/A signal on the L1 band and GNSS receiver determine authentication ranges to the DAS satellites and transmit the DAS authentication ranges as part of their position report. The surveillance system can verify the authenticity by comparing the transmitted authentication ranges to true authentication ranges determined using actual ephemeris data and the known C/A code pseudo-random error for the DAS satellites.

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Номер записи: 10
07-06-2012 дата публикации

GPS Based Tracking And Reporting System

Номер: US20120139723A1
Автор: Carl Anthony (Tony) Avila
Принадлежит: Individual

A GPS based controlled tracking and monitoring system. A geo-fab transceiver device is connected with a GPS device. The user keeps a detached geo-fab transmitter. When the transceiver does not receive signals from the detached radio frequency transmitter, it sends an activation signal to the GPS to create a radius of the location for determining an “away” status. When a GPS attached object moves outside the boundary of the radius, alarm messages are sent to the user, and positioning information are constantly sent to a central server for the user's accessing through the internet. The user can send an automated email to a police from his/her online account.

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Номер записи: 11
07-06-2012 дата публикации

Golf club apparatuses and methods

Номер: US20120139729A1
Автор: Chris Savarese, Kenneth P. Gilliland, Marvin L. Vickers, Noel H. C. Marshall, Susan Mcgill
Принадлежит: Radar Corp

Methods, apparatuses, machine readable non-transitory storage media, and systems which process measured light values in order to determine the status of a golf club relative to a golf club bag are described. In one embodiment, a system uses a floating threshold, which is between a running bright average and a running dark average, to determine whether to add a current light meter value to one or the other of these running averages. In another embodiment, a system resets or re-seeds the running averages so that re-seeded averages are used after exiting from a sleep state such as a dark sleep state. In another embodiment, a system uses light sensor information or other sensor information to determine when a club is in use. In another embodiment, an active golf ball tag includes a sensor (e.g. one or more impact sensors) to detect when a golf ball is hit and to cause an RF transmitter to transmit an RF signal to an RFID reader.

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Номер записи: 12
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Playback Pause Before Signal Loss of a Mobile Device

Номер: US20120172033A1
Автор: David Gareth Hilton
Принадлежит: EldonTechnology Ltd

One embodiment described herein may take the form of a system and/or method for monitoring a position of a mobile device and pausing play or recording a multimedia presentation when the mobile device enters or approaches a zone where a wireless signal may be degraded or lost. In one embodiment, the mobile device may utilize a global position system (GPS) signal to determine the location of the mobile device. Further, the mobile device may be configured to display one or more multimedia presentations and may, in response to the mobile device being located near or within a dark zone, pause play of the multimedia presentation until the mobile device returns to a zone of sufficient wireless signal coverage. In this manner, the mobile device may prevent the user from losing or missing portions of the multimedia presentation due to lost or degraded wireless signal of the mobile device.

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Номер записи: 13
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Inertial sensor aided heading and positioning for gnss vehicle navigation

Номер: US20120173190A1
Автор: Ashutosh Joshi, Disha Ahuja, Joseph Czompo, Shanta Pavan NAMBURI
Принадлежит: Qualcomm Inc

An apparatus and method for providing an improved heading estimate of a mobile device in a vehicle is presented. First, the mobile device determines if it is mounted in a cradle attached to the vehicle; if so, inertia sensor data may be valid. While in a mounted stated, the mobile device determines whether it has been rotated in the cradle; if so, inertia sensor data may no longer be reliable and a recalibration to determine a new relative orientation between the vehicle and the mobile device is needed. If the mobile device is mounted and not recently rotated, heading data from multiple sensors (e.g., GPS, gyroscope, accelerometer) may be computed and combined to form the improved heading estimate. This improved heading estimate may be used to form an improved velocity estimate. The improved heading estimate may also be used to compute a bias to correct a gyroscope.

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Номер записи: 14
12-07-2012 дата публикации

Gps pre-aquisition for geotagging digital photos

Номер: US20120176510A1
Автор: David Noel Vanden Heuvel, Ngoc Bich Ngo, Piotr Konrad Tysowski
Принадлежит: Research in Motion Ltd

A handheld electronic device, such as a GPS-enabled wireless communications device with an embedded camera, a GPS-enabled camera-phone or a GPS-enabled digital camera, determines whether ephemeris data needs to be obtained for geotagging digital photos taken with the device. By monitoring user activity with respect to the camera, such as activation of the camera, the device can begin pre-acquisition of a GPS position fix by obtaining needed ephemeris data before the photograph is actually taken. This GPS pre-acquisition improves the likelihood that a position fix (GPS lock) is achieved by the time the photo is taken (to enable immediate geotagging). Alternatively, the photo can be geotagged retroactively by appending the current location to the metadata tag associated with the digital photo. An optional acquisition status indicator can be displayed on a user interface of the device to indicate that a position fix is being obtained.

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Номер записи: 15
26-07-2012 дата публикации

Wireless location establishing device

Номер: US20120190386A1
Автор: Victor Thomas Anderson
Принадлежит: Individual

A system, method, service and wireless location-establishing device are disclosed, which locates its position by a plurality of means, including GPS satellite interrogation and triangulation. Alternative methods of location establishment include triangulating location data from nearby location-established objects such as WiFi or cell site towers, as well as from other present Invention location establishing devices (“Survey Eggs”). Once location has been established, the device can transmit and receive a variety of data based upon location, profile, and other factors, facilitating novel interactions and transactions.

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Номер записи: 16
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Permanent wireless communication system for monitoring containers buried in an enclosed area using battery-less gps receivers

Номер: US20120194340A1
Автор: Tai Cheung Poon
Принадлежит: SOLAR UNDERGROUND Ltd

A system is provided for monitoring containers buried in an enclosed area using battery-less GPS receivers. In one embodiment, an inventive system includes a GPS satellite, wherein the GPS satellite send GPS signals to the GPS receivers; a communication satellite; a monitored container that is buried in the enclosed area; a control system that serves as a monitoring system of the enclosed area; and a battery-less GPS receiver equipped with a solar panel that serves as a source for providing energy and equipped with a transmitter configured to send the satellite signals to the communication satellite.

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Номер записи: 17
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Method, apparatus, and system for golf product reconfiguration and selection

Номер: US20120196692A1
Автор: Aram Salehi, Casey Casburn, Christopher J. Beck, John J. Rae
Принадлежит: SRI Sports Ltd

A computer program is disclosed for reconfiguring a property-adjustable golf club. The program receives data input corresponding to a current configuration of an adjustable feature of the golf club, and data input corresponding to trajectory adjustment information. Based on the data input, reconfiguration information is generated, and outputted, that corresponds to one of a plurality of configurations of the adjustable feature of the golf club.

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Номер записи: 18
09-08-2012 дата публикации

Method and system enabling use of white space radio spectrum using digital broadcast signals

Номер: US20120202510A1
Автор: Rajendra Singh
Принадлежит: TELCOM VENTURES LLC

A system ( 10 ) and method ( 50 or 70 ) of dynamic allocation of spectrum for a communication device where a UHF band is currently unused for licensed television broadcasting involves determining ( 51 ) a location of a user device, determining ( 52 ) which UHF television broadcast channels are available for use by the user device and determining ( 53 ) a maximum allowed transmission power for a given channel based on signal strength for the given channel and on adjacent channels before transmitting ( 54 ) the maximum allowed transmission power and location by the user device to a remote server. The method can receive ( 55 ) polygon endpoints from a television broadcast defining the location of usable reception of the television broadcast.

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Номер записи: 19
30-08-2012 дата публикации

Dive Computer with Global Positioning System Receiver

Номер: US20120220317A1
Автор: John E. Lewis, Robert R. Hollis
Принадлежит: American Underwater Products Inc

Dive computers in accordance with embodiments of the invention are disclosed. One embodiment includes a mobile phone handset, including a microprocessor, a microphone connected to the microprocessor, a speaker connected to the microprocessor, a telephone transceiver connected to the microprocessor, memory, a display, and an external connector for communicating with external devices wherein the memory contains a software application, and a waterproof housing including a pressure transducer, where the mobile phone handset is located within the waterproof housing and connected to the pressure transducer via the external connector, and wherein the software application configures the mobile phone handset to create a dive log stored in memory, wherein the dive log comprises recorded information including depth of submersion information recorded from the pressure transducer and display the recorded information during the dive.

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Номер записи: 20
30-08-2012 дата публикации

Alternative communications for an air vehicle

Номер: US20120221175A1
Автор: Charles B. Spinelli
Принадлежит: Boeing Co

An air vehicle comprises a satellite receiver having messaging capability. The receiver is configured to process a command and control (C 2 ) message when alternative communications are required. The air vehicle further comprises avionics for taking a course of action according to instructions in a C 2 message received by the satellite receiver.

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Номер записи: 21
06-09-2012 дата публикации

Systems and methods for detecting bifurcations

Номер: US20120226436A1
Автор: Alexandru Serbanescu, Matthijs Willem den Otter
Принадлежит: TomTom International BV

At least one example embodiment discloses a method of detecting a bifurcation in a navigable feature. The method includes first determining a first possible segment and a second possible segment of the navigable feature based on location measurements along the navigable feature, the location measurements representing a heading vector and the location measurements having a higher probability of being on the first possible segment than on the second possible segment, second determining an angle based on the heading vector and a vector between the second possible segment and one of the location measurements, and detecting a bifurcation based on the angle.

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Номер записи: 22
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Physician Location Tracking

Номер: US20120290311A1
Автор: Dhiraj Narula, Saurabh Tara
Принадлежит: PRANA TECHNOLOGY Inc

A medical personal location tracking system provides efficient physician location reporting based on physician client device location. The medical communication system permits physicians to define location tracking control settings to control when and where the client device sends location data to a server and database. Subject to the location tracking control settings, the location tracking system provides location updates for the physicians so that requestors that wish to contact the physicians or know the location of one or more physicians can access the server to obtain location data. To obtain medical assistance to a medical emergency, an emergency alert may be generated and sent to physicians within a defined geographic area. Upon receipt by a physician, a physician may accept the emergency alert and travel to the medical emergency and be provided updates regarding the medical emergency. The person generating the emergency alert may track the location of accepting physicians.

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Номер записи: 23
22-11-2012 дата публикации

Positioning time interval control device and positioning time interval control method

Номер: US20120295642A1
Автор: Jun Hashimoto, Kentaro Itagaki, Makoto Takahashi
Принадлежит: NTT DOCOMO INC

A positioning time interval control device for controlling a time interval for measuring a position includes an obtaining unit configured to obtain a movement state and a movement speed of a mobile terminal, and a positioning time interval setting unit configured to set the time interval for measuring the position of the mobile terminal and a time interval for outputting position information derived from the measurement based on the movement state and the movement speed of the mobile terminal obtained by the obtaining unit. The positioning time interval setting unit changes the time intervals when the movement state and/or the movement speed of the mobile terminal is changed. At the time interval set by the positioning time interval setting unit, the mobile terminal obtains the position information of the mobile terminal and outputs the position information.

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Номер записи: 24
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Distributed A-GNSS Positioning of Static Devices

Номер: US20120306693A1
Автор: Stephen William Edge
Принадлежит: Qualcomm Inc

Method and apparatus for determining locations of static devices are disclosed. The method includes identifying a plurality of static devices, obtaining location measurements by the plurality of static devices at different times, and determining locations of the plurality of static devices using the location measurements obtained at the different times. The method of determining locations of the plurality of static devices includes determining a group location of the plurality of static devices based on GNSS pseudo range measurements contributed by the one or more static devices, where the group location is near a centroid of the plurality of static devices weighted by the number of GNSS pseudo range measurements contributed by each of the plurality of static devices. The method of determining locations of the plurality of static devices further includes sharing a common time reference among the plurality of static devices.

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Номер записи: 25
03-01-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods using a mobile device to collect data for insurance premiums

Номер: US20130006675A1
Автор: Benjamin Bowne, Brian Fields, Dave Thurber, Duane Marzinzik, Eric Riley, Jufeng Peng, Lynn Wilson, Nick Baker, Nick Christopulos, Todd Wilkerson
Принадлежит: State Farm Insurance

A system and method for determining a vehicle insurance premium for a period of time based at least in part on collected vehicle operation data, the system comprising: a mobile device, comprising: one or more sensors associated with the mobile device and configured to automatically collect vehicle operation data during a data collection session; a processor; a non-transitory storage medium; a display; a transmitter; and a set of computer readable instructions stored in the non-transitory storage medium and when executed by the processor configured to allow the mobile device to collect vehicle operation data and transmit the collected vehicle operation data; and a remote processing computer, comprising: a server that receives collected vehicle operation data; a database that stores collected vehicle operation data; and a rating engine that determines a vehicle insurance premium based at least in part on collected vehicle operation data.

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Номер записи: 26
17-01-2013 дата публикации

Devices, systems, and methods for testing crash avoidance technologies

Номер: US20130016020A1
Автор: John Zellner, Jordan Silberling, Joseph Kelly, Nenad Bozin, Peter Broen
Принадлежит: Dynamic Research Inc

A Guided Soft Target (GST) system and method provides a versatile test system and methodology for the evaluation of various crash avoidance technologies. This system and method can be used to replicate the pre-crash motions of the CP in a wide variety of crash scenarios while minimizing physical risk, all while consistently providing radar and other sensor signatures substantially identical to that of the item being simulated. The GST system in various example embodiments may comprise a soft target vehicle or pedestrian form removably attached to a programmable, autonomously guided, self-propelled Dynamic Motion Element (DME), which may be operated in connection with a wireless computer network operating on a plurality of complimentary communication networks. Specific DME geometries are provided to minimize ride disturbance and observability by radar and other sensors. Computer controlled DME braking systems are disclosed as well as break-away and retractable antenna systems.

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Номер записи: 27
07-02-2013 дата публикации

Antenna switching system with adaptive switching criteria

Номер: US20130035051A1
Автор: Kee-Bong Song, Syed A. Mujtaba
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

Electronic devices may be provided that contain wireless communications circuitry. The wireless communications circuitry may include radio-frequency transceiver circuitry coupled to multiple antennas. Signal strength measurements may be gathered using the antennas and corresponding signal strength difference measurements may be produced to reflect which of the antennas is exhibiting superior performing. The signal strength difference measurements may be filtered using time-based averaging filters with different speeds. Corresponding filtered difference measurements may be compared to antenna switching criteria such as antenna switching thresholds. An antenna switching threshold may be adjusted in real time based on computations of how much variation is exhibited as a function of time between the difference measurements filtered using the filters of different speeds. Information on device movement or other data may be used in making threshold adjustments.

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Номер записи: 28
14-03-2013 дата публикации

Method and tracking device for tracking movement in a marine environment with tactical adjustments to an emergency response

Номер: US20130063304A1
Автор: Ali Amer Almohsen, Peter R. O'Regan
Принадлежит: Saudi Arabian Oil Co

The present invention relates to devices and methods for tracking movement in a marine environment. At least one tracking device that is adapted to be deployed on a surface of the water, wherein the tracking device is capable of moving along the same trajectory of a desired object. Data from the tracking devices are received by at least one satellite, transmitted to a database, and used to determine the forecasted trajectory of the desired object. All data collected from deployed tracking devices may be integrated into a spatial data repository for analysis and reporting using GIS and associated information technologies, thereby allowing for more accurate decision-making and asset deployment during a fluid spill or similar marine contamination event. The present invention also allows for the collection and modeling of accurate localized sea current data, which may assist with marine and coastal engineering works such as shoreline protection and port dredging.

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Номер записи: 29
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Dynamic location of a subordinate user

Номер: US20130073966A1
Автор: Andrew Ivar Erickson, Barry Appelman, Larry L. Lu, Robert Eugene Weltman
Принадлежит: Facebook Inc

Providing location information to a supervisory user includes providing a parental control, using a computer automatically to determine a location of a subordinate user, and storing location information indicative of the location of the subordinate user in a database. A request of the supervisory user to locate the subordinate user is received and a user interface informs the supervisory user of the location of the subordinate user based on the stored location information. At least one of the storing and/or the informing are based on the parental control.

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Номер записи: 30
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Dynamic location of a subordinate user

Номер: US20130073968A1
Автор: Andrew Ivar Erickson, Barry Appelman, Larry L. Lu, Robert Eugene Weltman
Принадлежит: Facebook Inc

Providing location information to a supervisory user includes providing a parental control, using a computer automatically to determine a location of a subordinate user, and storing location information indicative of the location of the subordinate user in a database. A request of the supervisory user to locate the subordinate user is received and a user interface informs the supervisory user of the location of the subordinate user based on the stored location information. At least one of the storing and/or the informing are based on the parental control.

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Номер записи: 31
18-04-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR INDOOR POSITIONING

Номер: US20130093619A1
Автор: JOO In One, LEE Sang Uk
Принадлежит: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute

Provided is a technique for estimating an indoor position, by which a terminal may receive a positioning signal from a pseudo satellite, using a plurality of receiving antennas, determine a position of the pseudo satellite based on positional information included in the received positioning signal, estimate a direction of the pseudo satellite based on a phase difference of the positioning signal at each of the plurality of receiving antennas, and estimate a location of the terminal based on the positional information of the pseudo satellite and the estimated direction of the pseudo satellite. 1. A terminal , comprising:a receiving unit to receive a first positioning signal from a first pseudo satellite, and to receive a second positioning signal from a second pseudo satellite, using a plurality of receiving antennas;a direction estimating unit to estimate a direction of the first pseudo satellite based on a phase difference of the first positioning signal at the plurality of receiving antennas, and to estimate a direction of the second pseudo satellite based on a phase difference of the second positioning signal at the plurality of receiving antennas;a positional information extracting unit to extract positional information of the first pseudo satellite by decoding the first positioning signal, and to extract positional information of the second pseudo satellite by decoding the second positioning signal; anda position estimating unit to estimate a position of the terminal, based on the extracted positional information of the first pseudo satellite, the extracted positional information of the second pseudo satellite, the estimated direction of the first pseudo satellite, and the estimated direction of the second pseudo satellite.2. The terminal of claim 1 , wherein the first pseudo satellite and the second pseudo satellite are disposed indoors.3. The terminal of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of receiving antennas is disposed a predetermined distance apart ...

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Номер записи: 32
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Sensor unit system

Номер: US20130103271A1
Автор: Gregory C. Best, John F. Cameron, Kurtis L. Maynard
Принадлежит: TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LTD

A mobile construction device sensor unit system is disclosed. In one embodiment, a point-to-point radio ranging system coupled with a mobile construction device. A position determining component coupled with the point-to-point radio ranging system is configured for determining a position of the sensor unit in at least two dimensions based on communications between the point-to-point radio ranging system and a plurality of tags respectively located at a plurality of knowable locations within an operating environment of the mobile construction device. A communications link controller communicatively coupled with the position determining component is configured for wirelessly providing information, including the sensor unit position, to a receiving unit located apart from the sensor unit.

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Номер записи: 33
25-04-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED AUGMENTATION FOR GPS CALCULATIONS

Номер: US20130103308A1
Автор: SIRIS MARC DAVID
Принадлежит: GLENVIEW PROPERTIES LLC

Various embodiments of the present invention provide systems, methods, and computer program products for providing improved augmentation for GPS calculations. In general, various embodiments of the invention involve using a plurality of GPS devices associated with stationary objects associated with a common carrier's delivery network and the common carrier's delivery fleet to calculate error corrections and to communicate these error corrections to a number of GPS enable devices to be used by these devices to augment GPS calculations to correct errors associated with GPS signals. Further, various embodiments of the invention involve collecting GPS data for a plurality of delivery routes traveled by the common carrier's delivery fleet. In particular embodiments, this collected data may be used to provide more accurate address information for locations along these delivery routes and more accurate renderings of various landscapes along these delivery routes. 1. A system for collecting GPS data for a plurality of delivery routes traveled by a plurality of delivery vehicles , the system comprising:(a) one or more storage media; (1) receive signals from a plurality of satellites associated with a global positioning system;', '(2) determine a location of the delivery vehicle on which the GPS enabled device is located based on the received signals; and', '(3) store the location in memory as the GPS data; and, '(b) a plurality of GPS enabled devices, each GPS enabled device associated with one of the plurality of delivery vehicles and configured to, in response to detecting one of a plurality of triggering events(c) a plurality of communication devices, each communication device located on one of the plurality of delivery vehicles and configured to communicate the collected GPS data for each determined location to the one or more storage media.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the GPS enabled devices and at least one of the communication devices are the ...

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Номер записи: 34
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Methods and systems for control of human locomotion

Номер: US20130110266A1
Автор: James Maxwell Donelan, Mark Snaterse, Sung Jae Chang
Принадлежит: SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY

A method is provided for the automatic control of locomotion speed in a human or other animal subject. The method comprises: estimating the subject's actual locomotion speed using one or more sensors to thereby obtain a measured speed; determining an error comprising a difference between a desired speed and the measured speed; and outputting, to the subject, a stimulus frequency signal wherein the stimulus frequency signal is based on the error in such a manner that when the subject ambulates in a manner that matches a frequency of the stimulus frequency signal, the subject's actual speed controllably tracks the desired speed.

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Номер записи: 35
23-05-2013 дата публикации

NAVIGATION SIGNAL TRANSMITTING APPARATUS, NAVIGATION SIGNAL TRANSMISSION METHOD AND POSITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDING APPARATUS

Номер: US20130127660A1
Автор: Okano Kazuki, Torimoto Hideyuki
Принадлежит: GNSS TECHNOLOGIES INC.

A navigation signal transmitting apparatus, provided on ground, for transmitting a navigation signal to a receiver capable of positioning by receiving a spread spectrum satellite positioning signal from a satellite has first and second transmission antennas; a message generating unit that generates a message signal of positional information included in the navigation signal, and a modulating unit that modulates the message signal by a modulation process including spectrum spreading, based on spread codes of the same sequence as the satellite positioning signal allotted in advance to the navigation signal transmitting apparatus, for generating first and second navigation signals. The modulating unit executes the modulating process using either one of the first and second navigation signals as an object of demodulation at each time of reception by the receiver. 1. A navigation signal transmitting apparatus , provided on ground , for transmitting a navigation signal to a receiver capable of positioning by receiving a spread spectrum satellite positioning signal from a satellite , comprising:first and second transmission antennas;a message generating unit configured to generate a message signal of positional information included in said navigation signal; anda modulating unit configured to modulate said message signal by a modulation process including spectrum spreading, based on spread codes of the same sequence as said satellite positioning signal allotted in advance to said navigation signal transmitting apparatus, for generating first and second navigation signals; whereinsaid modulating unit is configured to execute said modulating process using either one of said first and second navigation signals as an object of demodulation at each time of reception by said receiver, 'a transmitting unit configured to transmit said first and second navigation signals from said first and second transmission antennas, respectively.', 'said navigation signal transmitting apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 36
23-05-2013 дата публикации

INDOOR SATELLITE NAVIGATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20130127662A1
Автор: ARIEL Eliyahu, ZIVHON Ran
Принадлежит: GALILEO SATELLITE NAVIGATION LTD.

A navigation system for an enclosed area, the navigation system comprising: a) at least one satellite signal receiving station, positioned outside the enclosed area, to receive satellite signals transmitted by a constellation of satellites and to determine time synchronization information relative to the transmitted signals; b) at least one local transmitting station, positioned within the enclosed area, to transmit a local signal compatible with the transmitted satellite signals; and c) a communication channel to communicate self-alignment information between each station and at least one other station; wherein each local transmitting station uses the self-alignment information to generate the local signal; and wherein the at least one local signal provides navigation information useable by a satellite navigation receiver. 1. A navigation system for an enclosed area , the navigation system comprising:a) at least one satellite signal receiving station, positioned outside the enclosed area, to receive satellite signals transmitted by a constellation of satellites and to determine time synchronization information relative to the transmitted signals;b) at least one local transmitting station, positioned within the enclosed area, to transmit a local signal compatible with the transmitted satellite signals; andc) a communication channel to communicate self-alignment information between each station and at least one other station;wherein each local transmitting station uses the self-alignment information to generate the local signal;and wherein the at least one local signal provides navigation information useable by a satellite navigation receiver.2. The navigation system according to claim 1 , wherein the satellite signal receiving station further includes a transmitter to transmit a local signal compatible with the transmitted satellite signals.3. The navigation system according to claim 1 , wherein the self-alignment information includes information about local signal ...

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Номер записи: 37
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for ip and voip device location determination

Номер: US20130135147A1
Автор: Richard Keegan, Richard M. Lee
Принадлежит: Iposi Inc

A method and system for precise position determination of general Internet Protocol (IP) network-connected devices. A method enables use of remote intelligence located at strategic network points to distribute relevant assistance data to IP devices with embedded receivers. Assistance is tailored to provide physical timing, frequency and real time signal status data using general broadband communication protocols. Relevant assistance data enables several complementary forms of signal processing gain critical to acquire and measure weakened or distorted in-building Global Navigation Satellite Services (GNSS) signals and to ultimately extract corresponding pseudo-range time components. A method to assemble sets of GNSS measurements that are observed over long periods of time while using standard satellite navigation methods, and once compiled, convert using standard methods each pseudo-range into usable path distances used to calculate a precise geographic position to a known degree of accuracy.

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Номер записи: 38
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Law breaking/behavior sensor

Номер: US20130144459A1
Автор: Christopher P. Ricci
Принадлежит: FLEXTRONICS AP LLC

Methods and systems for a complete vehicle ecosystem are provided. Specifically, systems that when taken alone, or together, provide an individual or group of individuals with an intuitive and comfortable vehicular environment. The present disclosure builds on integrating existing technology with new devices, methods, and systems to provide a complete vehicle ecosystem.

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Номер записи: 39
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Configurable vehicle console

Номер: US20130144463A1
Автор: Christopher P. Ricci, Tadd F. Wilson
Принадлежит: FLEXTRONICS AP LLC

Methods and systems for a configurable vehicle console are provided. Specifically, a configurable console may comprise one or more displays that are capable of receiving input from a user. At least one of these displays may be removed from the console of a vehicle and operated as a stand-alone computing platform. Moreover, it is anticipated that each one or more of the displays of the console may be configured to present a plurality of custom applications that, when manipulated by at least one user, are adapted to control functions associated with a vehicle and/or associated peripheral devices.

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Номер записи: 40
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Gps-based portable golf distance indicator and method for sharing map data using the same

Номер: US20130144778A1
Автор: Misook JO
Принадлежит: Individual

A GPS-based portable golf distance indicator and a method for sharing map data using the same. The GPS-based portable golf distance indicator includes a GPS receiver for receiving a GPS signal from a GPS satellite and outputting coordinate data of a current location based on the received GPS signal, a keypad for executing a driving distance notification menu for notifying a driving distance of a ball or a distance notification menu for notifying a distance from the current location to a hole cup or selecting a location registration menu, a memory for storing map data of a golf course, a processor for calculating and controlling, and a power supply. When selecting the location registration menu, the processor receives the coordinate data of the current location from the GPS receiver and registers coordinate data of a target object location on the golf course in the map data.

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Номер записи: 41
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for processing position information

Номер: US20130147662A1
Автор: Jong Bok Lee
Принадлежит: Hyundai Motor Co

A position information processing device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention can include a GPS receiver adapted and configured to receive a first satellite signal, an interdevice receiver adapted and configured to receive a second satellite signal from a mobile phone, a GPS information processor adapted and configured to compare the first satellite signal with the second satellite signal and generate a third satellite signal for calculating a current position, and a controller adapted and configured to use the third satellite signal to calculate coordinates of the current position. The proposed position information processing device uses the satellite signal that is received from the mobile phone, and therefore the accuracy of the position measurement can be improved.

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Номер записи: 42
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Hydraulic shovel calibration device and hydraulic shovel calibration method

Номер: US20130158789A1
Автор: Masanobu Seki
Принадлежит: KOMATSU LTD

A hydraulic shovel calibration device is adapted to calibrate parameters in a hydraulic shovel including a current position computation unit configured to compute a current position of a working point included in a work tool of a hydraulic shovel based on a plurality of parameters that indicate dimensions and swing angles of a boom, an arm, and the work tool. The hydraulic shovel calibration device includes an input unit and a calibration computation unit. The input unit is configured and arranged to input working point position information indicating coordinates of a working point included in a work tool of the hydraulic shovel at a pluralty of positions which are measured by an external measurement device. The calibration computation unit is configured to compute calibration values of the parameters based on the working point position information input into the input unit.

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Номер записи: 43
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Method and system for providing location-based incentives and purchase opportunities to reward program members

Номер: US20130159086A1
Автор: Postrel Richard
Принадлежит: Individual

A method and system for generating and distributing incentives. An incentive server computer (ISC) receives a user identification from a mobile device that identifies an associated user. The ISC determines the location of the mobile device, and uses the user identification to determine one or more reward programs with which the user has a reward account. For each such reward program, the ISC determines if the location of the mobile device is within a predefined distance of a merchant affiliated with the reward program, and if so then generates a purchase incentive for the user to redeem at the merchant and transmits the purchase incentive to the mobile device. As a result, incentives are provided to those purchasers who are within a predefined proximity to the merchant, and who are more likely to use the incentive since they are already a member of an affiliated reward program.

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Номер записи: 44
27-06-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BROADCASTING GOLF EVENTS USING SATELLITE IMAGERY

Номер: US20130162467A1
Автор: Winther Erik
Принадлежит: GOLF METRIC, INC.

This disclosure provides a golf-stroke recording system, method, and apparatus. For example, the system includes a location sensing component, a processor, and a golf-stroke recording application executable by the processor, which is configured to track the movement of a player's golf ball as the golf ball traverses along the golf course, and then present the tracked movement of the golf ball on images associated with aerial views of the particular golf course on which the player is playing. 1. A golf-stroke recording system comprising:a location sensing component,a processor, anda golf-stroke recording application executable by the processor, which is configured to track the movement of a player's golf ball as the golf ball traverses along the golf course, and then present the tracked movement of the golf ball on images associated with aerial views of the particular golf course on which the player is playing.2. A system for broadcasting data related to a golfing event , comprising: i) a processor,', 'ii) a memory coupled to the processor,', 'iii) a network interface coupled to the processor and memory,', 'iv) a location module, responsive to user-initiated commands, for acquiring GPS satellite data relevant to a ball position at a time the initiated command is received and for storing GPS satellite data associated with the ball position in the memory,', 'v) an image retrieval module, operably coupled to the network interface and the location module, for retrieving from a network accessible source of satellite images, an image associated with the ball position and for storing the image in memory,', 'vi) a display engine, coupled to the memory, for generating a scorecard comprising a visual representation of at least one ball position relative to the associated image and for storing the scorecard in memory and for presenting the scorecard to a user,', 'vii) communication module, coupled to the memory and the network interface, for transmitting the visual ...

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Номер записи: 45
27-06-2013 дата публикации

GEODETIC SURVEY SYSTEM HAVING A CAMERA INTEGRATED IN A REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Номер: US20130162469A1
Автор: KOTZUR Norbert, Lienhart Werner, Nindl Daniel, ZOGG Hans-Martin
Принадлежит: LEICA GEOSYSTEMS AG

A survey system including a target unit that has a survey stick having a high-precision localizable target and a hand-held remote control unit. The remote control unit has an electronic graphical display and can be mounted on a holder on the survey stick such that the remote control unit is in a fixed position relative to the target fitted to the survey stick. The remote control comprises a camera for taking a camera image in a defined shooting direction. In addition, an image processing and evaluation unit with a data link to the position-finding unit and to the camera is provided which, from knowledge of the fixed relative position and of a defined shooting direction and also on the basis of the determined target position, can spatially relate image data from the camera to the targets in the coordinate system. 115-. (canceled)16. A survey system comprising:a position determination unit for determining a target position in a defined coordinate system, and a survey stick, the lower end of which can be brought into target point contact,', 'a target which can be fitted on the survey stick and the target position of which can be determined with high precision;', 'a handholdable remote control unit for the survey system, wherein the remote control unit includes an electronic graphical display and can be attached to a holder on the survey stick in the attached state in such a way that the remote control unit is in a fixed position relationship with respect to the target fitted on the survey stick;', 'the remote control unit comprises a camera for recording a camera image in a defined imaging direction; and', 'an image processing and evaluation unit having a data link to the position determination unit and the camera is provided, by which, with the aid of knowledge of the fixed position relationship and the defined imaging direction, and as a function of the target position determined, image data of the camera are brought into spatial relation with the target points in ...

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Номер записи: 46
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Using Statistical Analysis to Infer an Accurate GPS Location for Use in Tracking Devices

Номер: US20130169475A1
Автор: Belangee Mark L., Lanes Troy E., Wachtel Robert A.
Принадлежит: NUMEREX CORP.

A system method for improving the accuracy of a tracking device is described where the tracking device cannot achieve an accurate GPS fix due to low observability. The system and method improves accuracy determining a current position for the tracking device using incomplete information from the GPS. The current position is added to a historical table of previous position determinations and a normalized center position is calculated from the current position and previous position determinations. The position of the tracking device is inferred from the normalized center position. 1. A method for improving the accuracy of a tracking device where the tracking device cannot achieve a complete fix using a location determination mechanism , the method comprising:determining a current position for the tracking device using incomplete information from the location determination mechanism;adding the current position to a historical table of previous position determinations;calculating a normalized center position from the current position and previous position determinations; andinferring the position of the tracking device from the normalized center position.2. The method of wherein the location determination mechanism is GPS.3. The method of wherein the failure to achieve a complete fix is caused by the tracking device being in a low observability position relative to the GPS satellites.4. The method of wherein the normalized center position is a weighted normalized center position.5. The method of further comprising:detecting the movement of the tracking device using an inertia sensor; andclearing the historical table of previous positions in response to the detection of movement.6. The method of further comprising calculating an acceptable error radius around the normalized center position.7. The method of further comprising rejecting a current position determination if it is outside the acceptable error radius.8. The method of further comprising calculating a fault ...

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Номер записи: 47
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Self-calibrated, remote imaging and data processing system

Номер: US20130169811A1
Автор: Chester L. Smitherman
Принадлежит: Visual Intelligence LP

An imaging sensor system, adaptably mountable to a vehicle having a view of a target area comprising: a rigid mount unit having at least two imaging sensors disposed within the mount unit, wherein a first imaging and a second imaging sensor each has a focal axis passing through an aperture in the mount unit, wherein the first imaging sensor generates a first image area comprising a first data array of pixels and the second imaging sensor generates a second image area comprising a second data array of pixels, wherein the first and second imaging sensors are offset to have a first image overlap area in the target area, wherein the first sensors image data bisects the second sensors image data in the first image overlap area.

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Номер записи: 48
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Information processing apparatus and method, and program storage medium

Номер: US20130176456A1
Автор: Hiroyuki Bando
Принадлежит: Sony Corp

Disclosed is an information processing method comprising the steps of: storing measured position information in association with first time information representing times of day at which the measured position information is obtained; storing video information in association with second time information representing times of day at which the video information is obtained; and associating the measured position information with the video information in accordance with degrees of difference between the first time information and the second time information.

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Номер записи: 49
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Providing indoor location, position, or tracking of a mobile computer using a room dimension

Номер: US20130178227A1
Автор: Harry Vartanian, Jaron Jurikson-Rhodes
Принадлежит: HJ Labs LLC

An apparatus and method for providing indoor location, position, or tracking of a mobile computer using range finding measurements. A dimension of a building is determined based on a range finding measurement. The dimension is used to determine the location of the mobile computer in the building.

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Номер записи: 50
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Performance Monitoring and Audio Playback Apparatuses and Methods

Номер: US20130184843A1
Автор: Caron Schwartz, Michael Ellis
Принадлежит: adidas AG

We have disclosed methods of controlling audio playback at a portable performance monitoring device. These methods may include playing music at a first volume, receiving athletic performance parameter data from a sensor at a portable performance monitoring device, reducing the volume of the music played while continuing to play the music, playing audio performance feedback with a portable performance monitoring device while music plays, and returning the volume to the first volume.

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Номер записи: 51
08-08-2013 дата публикации

Pseudolite Positioning System

Номер: US20130201057A1
Автор: Kubrak Damien
Принадлежит: THALES

A positioning system comprises a set of pseudolites distributed in a confined area, said pseudolites transmitting positioning signals characterized by their time desynchronization and their apparent Doppler frequency, said time desynchronization and/or said apparent Doppler frequency of the positioning signals transmitted by the pseudolites being configured so that there is no ambiguity concerning the location of the correlation peaks P P P P P in the matrix of ambiguities defined by the delay and the apparent Doppler frequency of the positioning signals acquired by the receiver. 1. A system for positioning an object in an area of interest having a confined area , said system comprising a set of pseudolites distributed in the confined area , said pseudolites having a spreading code corresponding to the spreading code of a satellite belonging to a constellation of satellites of a satellite navigation system , and transmitting positioning signals characterized by their time desynchronization and their apparent Doppler frequency , and said object comprising a receiver capable of acquiring the positioning signals , said system further comprising: a server comprising means for configuring said time desynchronization and/or said apparent Doppler frequency of the positioning signals transmitted by the pseudolites so that there is no ambiguity concerning the location of the correlation peaks in the matrix of ambiguities defined by the delay and the apparent Doppler frequency of the positioning signals acquired by the receiver.2. The system as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising means for controlling the power of the positioning signals transmitted by the pseudolites.3. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the time desynchronization and the apparent Doppler frequency of the positioning signals transmitted by the pseudolites are first programmed at each pseudolite.4. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein all the pseudolites have the same spreading code.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 52
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Modular Personal Network Systems And Methods

Номер: US20130226321A1
Автор: Caron Schwartz, Michael Ellis
Принадлежит: adidas AG

We have disclosed a modular personal network (MPN) that includes multiple devices that may be worn, carried, or used in close proximity to a user. The devices communicate wirelessly. Functions of the MPN may be modified by adding or removing components. The MPN may communicate with a personal computer. General purpose devices may include a control unit, a display, a user input, and an audio output. The MPN may provide a variety of functions, including time, communication, entertainment, organization, guidance, athletic, medical, travel, outdoors, identity, security, and military.

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Номер записи: 53
03-10-2013 дата публикации

Pacemaker apparatus, operation method thereof, and program

Номер: US20130261775A1
Автор: Kouichirou Ono, Mayuko Maruyama, Yoichiro Sako, YUE Ouyang
Принадлежит: Sony Corp

There is provided a pacemaker apparatus including a course setting unit configured to set a movement course along which a user moves, a lap time data acquisition unit configured to acquire data of one or more lap times of one or more persons during movement along the course set by the course setting unit, and a target lap time generation unit configured to designate a lap time of a person selected by the user among the data of the one or more lap times of the one or more persons acquired by the lap time data acquisition unit as a reference lap time and generate a target lap time based on data of the reference lap time.

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Номер записи: 54
10-10-2013 дата публикации

System and method for peer-to-peer advertising between mobile communication devices

Номер: US20130268355A1
Автор: Andrew E. Levi, Bradley W. Bauer
Принадлежит: Blue Calypso LLC

Disclosed are a method and system for peer-to-peer advertising between mobile communication devices. A subsidy program is set up based on a profile of an advertiser having at least one advertising media. A qualified subscriber is identified for the advertiser based on a profile of a subscriber. One or more advertisers and subsidy programs for the qualified subscriber is selected. In addition, when a communication transmission is received from a source communication device, at least one advertising media is associated with the communication transmission and the communication transmission is transmitted from a source communication device to a destination communication device.

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Номер записи: 55
31-10-2013 дата публикации

GPS PRE-ACQUISITION FOR GEOTAGGING DIGITAL PHOTOS

Номер: US20130285850A1
Автор: NGO Ngoc Bich, TYSOWSKI Piotr Konrad, Vanden Heuvel David Noel
Принадлежит:

A handheld electronic device, such as a GPS-enabled wireless communications device with an embedded camera, a GPS-enabled camera-phone or a GPS-enabled digital camera, determines whether ephemeris data needs to be obtained for geotagging digital photos taken with the device. By monitoring user activity with respect to the camera, such as activation of the camera, the device can begin pre-acquisition of a GPS position fix by obtaining needed ephemeris data before the photograph is actually taken. This GPS pre-acquisition improves the likelihood that a position fix (GPS lock) is achieved by the time the photo is taken (to enable immediate geotagging). Alternatively, the photo can be geotagged retroactively by appending the current location to the metadata tag associated with the digital photo. An optional acquisition status indicator can be displayed on a user interface of the device to indicate that a position fix is being obtained. 1. A method of geotagging a digital photo taken using a camera in a GPS-enabled handheld electronic device , the method comprising:providing an onscreen user interface for the camera; andprior to taking the digital photo using the camera, presenting an indication of acquisition status for a GPS position fix on the user interface, the indication of acquisition status comprising an indication that GPS acquisition is progressing.2. The method as claimed in further comprising displaying an indication that a photo taken by the camera is being geotagged.3. The method as claimed in further comprising displaying an indication that a photo taken by the camera will be geotagged.4. The method as claimed in further comprising displaying an indication warning that a time elapsed between a taking of the digital photo and a subsequent GPS position fix has exceeded a specified threshold5. The method as claimed in wherein the indication of acquisition status comprises an indication that GPS lock has been acquired.6. The method as claimed in wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 56
14-11-2013 дата публикации

PSEUDO-SATELLITE AND METHOD FOR TRANSMITTING MAGNITUDE-CONTROLLED NAVIGATION SIGNAL IN GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEM

Номер: US20130300600A1
Автор: PARK Man-Ho
Принадлежит: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute

A pseudo-satellite for transmitting a magnitude-controlled navigation signal in a GNSS includes: an interface unit configured to receive a unique identifier of a pseudo-satellite; a signal transmission unit configured to transmit a navigation signal for location positioning in the GNSS; and a control unit configured to control the magnitude of the navigation signal transmitted by the signal transmission unit, using an envelope having a period which is determined according to the unique identifier of the pseudo-satellite, received through the interface unit. 1. A pseudo-satellite for transmitting a magnitude-controlled navigation signal in a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) , comprising:an interface unit configured to receive a unique identifier of a pseudo-satellite;a signal transmission unit configured to transmit a navigation signal for location positioning in the GNSS; and{'sub': 'i', 'a control unit configured to control the magnitude of the navigation signal transmitted by the signal transmission unit, using an envelope having a period Twhich is determined according to the unique identifier of the pseudo-satellite, received through the interface unit.'}2. The pseudo-satellite of claim 1 , wherein the control unit comprises a period determination section configured to determine the period Tas an inverse number of a prime number preset for a unique identifier of the pseudo-satellite.3. The pseudo-satellite of claim 2 , wherein the control unit further comprises an envelope calculation section configured to calculate an envelope having the period Tdetermined by the period determination section.5. The pseudo-satellite of claim 4 , wherein the control unit further comprises a signal magnitude control section configured to control the magnitude of the navigation signal transmitted by the signal transmission unit based on the following expression:{'br': None, 'sub': i', 'i', 'i, 'i': t', 't', 'Env', 't, 'Signal()=GNSS_Waveform()×()'}{'sub': i', 'i, 'where ...

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Номер записи: 57
28-11-2013 дата публикации

LOCATION-BASED RECOVERY DEVICE AND RISK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR PORTABLE COMPUTING DEVICES AND DATA

Номер: US20130314270A1
Автор: Coker Michael J., Madsen John J.
Принадлежит: Apogee Technology Consultants, LLC

A device and software utilizing Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technologies for monitoring and recovering portable computing devices and, a method and system for acquiring such devices, protecting data on such devices, and for compensating owners of devices. A GPS mechanism of the invention provides real time tracking of missing devices that may be coordinated with security agencies to intercept and recover missing computing devices. When a stolen device is unrecoverable, the invention may receive a signal to initiate data recovery where a wireless network is available to recover data for the owner. Alternatively, the GPS mechanism instructs the device to encrypt or destroy stored data files to prevent commercial espionage or privacy violations. The invention discloses a software system and method for computing a purchase price of the GPS mechanism, computing compensation for loss of the device and lost data. 116-. (canceled)17. A method for protecting a portable computing device having electronically stored records comprising the steps of:providing a global positioning satellite device within the portable computing device, the global positioning device having a circuit element, the circuit element being in communication with a signal reception and transmission assembly and the electronically stored records;receiving at the global positioning satellite device, a signal indicative of the portable computing device being lost or stolen; andthe global positioning satellite device outputting a second signal, in response to the signal, and causing an insurance carrier to provide at least one of a replacement portable computing device and the economic value of the recordable computing device.18. The method of claim 17 , further comprising the step of the global positioning satellite device claim 17 , in response to the signal claim 17 , determining a current location of the portable computing device claim 17 , and transmitting the current location utilizing the signal ...

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Номер записи: 58
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Electronic Timepiece and Control Method for an Electronic Timepiece

Номер: US20130322219A1
Автор: Teruhiko Fujisawa
Принадлежит: Seiko Epson Corp

An electronic device comprises a receiver configured to receive a satellite signal; a time generator configured to generate time; and a processor configured to selectively execute a first time correction processing or a second time correction processing. The first time correction processing includes acquiring time information based on the received satellite signal and correcting the time based on the acquired time information. The second time correction processing includes calculating the position of the electronic device based on satellite orbit information and the received satellite signal, and correcting the time based on the calculated position.

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Номер записи: 59
12-12-2013 дата публикации

Context aware map application

Номер: US20130332113A1
Автор: Billy P. Chen, Christopher Blumenberg, Christopher Moore, Patrick Piemonte, Seejo Pylappan, Xiaoyuan Tu
Принадлежит: Apple Inc

The embodiments described relate to techniques and systems for utilizing a portable electronic device to monitor, process, present and manage data captured by a series of sensors and location awareness technologies to provide a context aware map and navigation application. The context aware map application offers a user interface including visual and audio input and output, and provides several map modes that can change based upon context determined by data captured by a series of sensors and location awareness technologies.

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Номер записи: 60
26-12-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR TRACKING PACKAGING INCLUDING BAIT PACKAGING

Номер: US20130342394A1
Автор: LESLIE Michael James, Reilander Jerome Allan
Принадлежит:

A combined GPS and GSM cellular tracking solution for tracking small, high-value assets, including: a packaging component; induction charging; transmission of information (preferably through a local cellular network); and an internet-based database and website with which users can remotely track goods. 1. A tracking apparatus for use in monitoring the location of high-value items and recovering stolen items , the apparatus comprising: a tracking module, including a microprocessor and computer memory, and enabled for connection with a cellular network and enabled for reception of Global Positioning System (GPS) information;', 'an induction receiver electrically connected to the tracking module; and', 'a battery electrically connected to the tracking module; and, 'a bait package containing;'}an induction transmitter configured for inducing a charging current in the induction receiver, when the induction transmitter and induction receiver are sufficiently proximate one to the other;wherein, in use, the bait package may be located so as to bring the induction transmitter and induction receiver into sufficient proximity to induce a charging current in the induction receiver, so as to maintain a desirable state of charge in the battery.2. The apparatus of wherein sufficient proximity to induce a charging current in the induction receiver includes a spaced apart relationship as between the bait package and the induction transmitter claim 1 , whereby in use a material may be interposed between the bait package and the induction transmitter claim 1 , so as to conceal or disguise the induction transmitter.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the enablement for reception of GPS information includes assisted GPS (AGPS) functionality whereby GPS satellite acquisition information may be obtained from a cellular network.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the tracking module is enabled for Wi-Fi communication or for Bluetooth communication claim 1 , or for both.5. The apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 61
09-01-2014 дата публикации

DETERMINING AN ESTIMATED LOCATION

Номер: US20140009332A1
Автор: Dixon Charles, DUMVILLE Mark, MORRISON Russell, Roberts William
Принадлежит: ASTRIUM LIMITED

A receiver is configured to receive signals wirelessly from a plurality of pseudolites, each signal including information defining a pseudolite from which the signal was transmitted. The receiver is configured to determine an estimated location based on which combination of two or more pseudolites the receiver is currently within range of. The receiver may determine the estimated location independently of a time taken for each one of the signals to reach the receiver from the two or more pseudolites. The signals may be formatted according to a global navigation satellite system GNSS specification. 1. A receiver comprising:an antenna configured to receive signals wirelessly from a plurality of pseudolites, each one of the signals including information defining a pseudolite from which the signal was transmitted; andmeans for determining an estimated location of the receiver based on which combination of two or more pseudolites the receiver is currently within range of.2. The receiver of claim 1 , wherein the receiver is configured to determine the estimated location based on known locations of the two or more pseudolites.3. The receiver of claim 2 , wherein the receiver is configured to determine the estimated location as a mean location of the two or more pseudolites.4. The receiver of claim 2 , wherein the receiver is configured to measure a power of signals received from at least three of the plurality of pseudolites claim 2 , and to determine the estimated location based on measured signal powers and known transmission powers of the at least three pseudolites.5. The receiver of claim 2 , wherein the receiver is configured to determine the estimated location independently of a time taken for each one of the signals to reach the receiver from the two or more pseudolites.6. The receiver of claim 5 , wherein the receiver is configured to determine the estimated location based only on known locations of the two or more pseudolites claim 5 , orwherein the receiver is ...

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Номер записи: 62
09-01-2014 дата публикации

GOLF GPS DEVICE WITH A CLIP AND CHANGING USER INTERFACE OF THE DEVICE BASED ON CLIPPING

Номер: US20140009334A1
Автор: KIM Seung Jin, LEE Gi Su, PARK Jun Ha
Принадлежит: DECA SYSTEM CO., LTD.

The disclosure herein provides a golf GPS device with a sensor mechanism to automatically switch between video and audio only modes of the device. More particularly, when a player attaches the golf GPS device to a piece of clothing or hat, the device automatically switches to audio-only mode. When the player detaches the golf GPS device, the device automatically switches to video mode, with or without audio. 1. A portable information processing and viewing device comprising:a body housing a GPS receiver, a memory, one or more processors and a user interface, the body comprising a front surface and a rear surface;the GPS receiver configured to receive GPS information;the memory storing map information of golf courses, each comprising at least one hole and at least one feature on the hole;the one or more processors configured to determine a distance between the device and a location on a golf course stored in the memory as part of the map information;the user interface configured to provide a user with the determined distance, the user interface comprising a display screen on the front surface and a speaker housed in the body;a clip integrated with the body and comprising a spring plate that faces the rear surface;the one or more processors further configured to determine whether something is gripped between the spring plate and the rear surface by spring action of the spring plate;wherein when determining that no object is gripped between the spring plate and the rear surface, the display screen is configured to display the determined distance in a first orientation, and the speaker is configured to generate sound at a first volume of the determined distance in response to a user request;wherein upon determining that an object is gripped between the spring plate and the rear surface by spring action of the spring plate, the one or more processors are configured to cause the user interface to operate in a clip mode, which comprises one or more selected from the group ...

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Номер записи: 63
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Golf gps device with automatic hole recognition and playing hole selection

Номер: US20140009335A1
Автор: Jun Ha Park
Принадлежит: Deca System Co Ltd

The disclosure herein provides a golf GPS device with a sensor mechanism to automatically switch between video and audio only modes of the device. More particularly, when a player attaches the golf GPS device to a piece of clothing or hat, the device automatically switches to audio-only mode. When the player detaches the golf GPS device, the device automatically switches to video mode, with or without audio. The golf GPS device further includes one or more processors configured to repeatedly determine in which one of the plurality of holes the device is located, to repeatedly compute a distance between the device and a feature of the determined hole, and to cause to display the hole number of the determined hole and the computed distance on the display screen.

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Номер записи: 64
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Navigation signal transmitter and method for generating navigation signal

Номер: US20140016722A1
Автор: Hideyuki Torimoto, Hiroaki Maeda, Makoto Ishii, Masahiro Asako
Принадлежит: GNSS Technologies Inc, Lighthouse Technology and Consulting Co Ltd

Provided is a navigation signal transmitter capable of ensuring reduction in frequency deviation of a terrestrially transmitted navigation signal at low cost. The navigation signal transmitter is operable to receive a transmission wave, generate a synchronization pulse in synchronization with a predetermined data frame, generate an internal clock fundamental oscillation by a reference signal synchronizing section ( 550 ) using the synchronization pulse as a reference signal, generate an IMES signal based on the internal clock fundamental oscillation, and transmit the IMES signal. The reference signal synchronizing section ( 550 ) comprises a counter circuit ( 551 ), a comparator ( 553 ), a low-pass control filter ( 554 ), a D/A converter ( 555 ) and a voltage controlled oscillator ( 556 ). The reference signal synchronizing section ( 550 ) is configured to, when a magnitude relationship between the number of clock pulses generated in the voltage controlled oscillator ( 556 ) using the synchronization pulse as the reference signal and a reference value falls within a predetermined value and continues a predetermined number of times in one direction, adjust a level of control voltage of the voltage controlled oscillator ( 556 ).

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Номер записи: 65
23-01-2014 дата публикации

System and method for integrating automatic electrical steering with gnss guidance

Номер: US20140025260A1
Автор: John A. McClure
Принадлежит: AgJunction LLC

A guidance and vehicle control system for automatically steering a vehicle, such as an agricultural vehicle or a tractor, through a field. The system includes a GNSS receiver and antenna for determining the vehicle's instantaneous position, a guidance CPU, and an automatic steering subsystem integrated with the vehicle's electrical power system. The automatic steering subsystem can be interfaced with the steering column of the vehicle, and mechanically activates the steering column, thereby steering the vehicle according to instructions received from the CPU based upon the vehicle's position and a predetermined path. An interrupt element, such as a wheel movement sensor or a slip gear, may be interfaced with the automatic steering subsystem to allow for manual steering override of the automatic steering control.

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Номер записи: 66
23-01-2014 дата публикации

System and Method for Creating Content for an Event Using a Social Network

Номер: US20140025768A1
Автор: Charles D. Huston, Chris Coleman
Принадлежит: Individual

A system and method for creating content such as artificial reality (AR) messages at an event, particularly among members on a social network, thereby enhancing and expanding the event experience. Typically, a participant shares an event with spectators, such as friends or a subset of friends in the participant's social network. The AR message may include geo-referenced artificial reality words, products or symbols and appear in a perspective view of the event to the participant or spectators. In addition to creating an active gallery for an event, messages, audio and video can be exchanged among participants and spectators, and virtual goods, money, bets, applause, other feedback, and donations exchanged.

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Номер записи: 67
30-01-2014 дата публикации

GNSS OPTIMIZED CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20140032020A1
Автор: Dearborn Jeffrey Allen, Guyette Greg S.
Принадлежит: AgJunction LLC

A GNSS system in combination with a hydraulically-actuated, airborne dispenser for a dry material crop dusting system to optimize the distribution of dry materials over a particular tract of land. A GNSS subsystem is included using at least one GNSS antenna and one GNSS receiver located on the aircraft. The aircraft is equipped with an electronic/hydraulic crop dusting subsystem connected to a GNSS CPU. The GNSS ranging signals received by the antennas are processed by a receiver and processor system for determining the vehicle's position and dynamic attitude in three dimensions (3D). The system is adapted for operation in a differential GNSS (DGNSS) mode utilizing a base station at a fixed location. 1a material hopper associated with the vehicle and adapted for containing a material to be distributed;a spreader mechanism adapted for spreading the material along a travel path of the vehicle;a gate box assembly connected to the hopper and the spreader mechanism;said gate box assembly being adapted for selectively controlling a flow of material from the hopper to the spreader mechanism;a GNSS subsystem mounted on the vehicle and including an antenna, a graphical user interface (GUI) and a GNSS receiver, said GNSS subsystem being adapted for providing GNSS-based positioning information for said vehicle;a gate box control subsystem including a controller connected to the GNSS subsystem and the gate box assembly and adapted for controlling said gate box assembly using said GNSS-based positioning information;collecting a plurality of samples at a predetermined location;storing log data associated with the collected plurality of samples;transmitting the stored log data on the collected plurality of samples to the controller;analyzing the collected plurality of samples;transmitting analysis information on the collected plurality of samples to the controller;combining the analysis information with the stored log data for the collected plurality of samples with the controller ...

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Номер записи: 68
06-02-2014 дата публикации

System and Method for Using Data Phase to Reduce Position Ambiguities

Номер: US20140038638A1
Автор: Brosius, III JOHN W.
Принадлежит: SkyBitz, Inc.

A geographic tracking system with minimal power and size required at the mobile terminal collects observation data at the mobile terminal and forwards the data to a processor, which calculates the position. The mobile terminal is configured to measure both code phase and data phase of a GPS satellite signal. The code phase and data phase information enables the processor to reduce the number of candidate points to be considered. 1. A method , comprising:determining an initial position point based on a range intersection curve that is consistent with a code phase measurement and a data phase measurement of a positioning satellite signal that is taken by a mobile terminal; andperforming an iterative calculation process on the initial position point to produce a final position solution for the mobile terminal.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining is performed by a service operation center.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the code phase measurement and the data phase measurement are provided to the service operation center using a communication satellite transmission by the mobile terminal.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the performing comprises performing using a plurality of code phase measurements for a respective plurality of positioning satellite signals.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the positing satellite signal is a GPS satellite signal.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the performing comprises performing on only the initial position point.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the initial position point is on the range intersection curve.8. A system claim 1 , comprising:one or more circuits that enable determination of a location of a mobile terminal, the one or more circuits being operable to:determine an initial position point based on a range intersection curve that is consistent with a code phase measurement and a data phase measurement of a positioning satellite signal that is taken by the mobile terminal; andperform an iterative ...

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Номер записи: 69
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Wearable electronic apparatus, data analyzer, and travel record control method

Номер: US20140046588A1
Автор: Hidekazu Maezawa, Junichi Otsuka, Kazunori Shimoda
Принадлежит: Seiko Epson Corp

An electronic apparatus refers to location measurement information measured in the past at each time when the latest location measurement information is output from a location measurement module with a predetermined measurement period, if measurement accuracy is good and it is regarded that a direction change has been made, determines the latest location measurement information as saving “necessary” and stores the information. If the measurement accuracy is no good or it is regarded that a positioning point shown by the latest location measurement information is an intermediate point during linear traveling, the latest location measurement information is not saved. Therefore, a data size to be saved is made smaller than that in related art and draining of a battery taken for writing of data is reduced.

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Номер записи: 70
27-02-2014 дата публикации

Location-based recovery device and risk management system for portable computing devices and data

Номер: US20140058760A1
Автор: John J. Madsen, Michael J. Coker
Принадлежит: Apogee Technology Consultants LLC

A device and software utilizing Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technologies for monitoring and recovering portable computing devices and, a method and system for acquiring such devices, protecting data on such devices, and for compensating owners of devices. A GPS mechanism of the invention provides real time tracking of missing devices that may be coordinated with security agencies to intercept and recover missing computing devices. When a stolen device is unrecoverable, the invention may receive a signal to initiate data recovery where a wireless network is available to recover data for the owner. Alternatively, the GPS mechanism instructs the device to encrypt or destroy stored data files to prevent commercial espionage or privacy violations. The invention discloses a software system and method for computing a purchase price of the GPS mechanism, computing compensation for loss of the device and lost data.

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Номер записи: 71
06-03-2014 дата публикации

System and Method for Locating a Satellite Signal Receiver

Номер: US20140062769A1
Автор: Ke Gao, Mao Liu
Принадлежит: O2Micro Inc

System and method for locating a satellite signal receiver are disclosed. The system includes a channel opening module, a signal processing module, and a positioning module. The channel opening module is configured for opening a predetermined number of channels based on a priority schedule. The signal processing module is configured for capturing and tracking satellite signals via the opened channels, and demodulating the tracked satellite signals to obtain corresponding satellite data. The positioning module is configured for determining a position of the satellite signal receiver based on the satellite data.

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Номер записи: 72
06-03-2014 дата публикации

GPS MAPPING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USE BY HUNTERS, CAMPERS AND OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS

Номер: US20140062775A1
Автор: Eastman, Fereghetti John, II Robert E.
Принадлежит: Eastman Outdoors, Inc.

A tracking and mapping system for outdoor use includes a first GPS locator located either at a base station or on a hunting accessory such as an arrow. The system also includes a second GPS locator for identifying a user's location, and an electronic display unit for communicating with a global positioning satellite and displaying a map showing icons representing locations of the first and second GPS locators. The second OPS locator may be embedded in the electronic display unit, which may be a mobile wireless handheld device, a tablet or other portable computer having wireless connectivity. The electronic display unit maps the present location of each of the GPS locators in relation to a direction such as north, south, east or west. Optionally, separate GPS locators may be placed at a base station and in an arrow. A method of using the tracking and mapping system is also described. 1. A tracking system for use by a hunter , said system comprising an arrow having a first GPS (global positioning system) locator associated therewith , said first GPS locator comprising a GPS receiver and'a radio transmitter;a second GPS locator configured to be carried by a user and capable of sending signals indicative of a present location thereof; andan electronic display unit configured to receive signals from the first and second GPS locators, wherein the electronic display unit is configured to display a map showing a present location of each of the first and second GPS locators, respectively.2. The tracking system of claim 1 , wherein the second GPS locator is embedded in the electronic display unit.3. The tracking system of claim 2 , further comprising a third GPS locator for placement at an observation stand claim 2 , and a fourth GPS locator for placement at a. portable shelter which is separate from the observation stand.4. The tracking system of claim 1 , wherein the electronic display unit is configured to show said present location of each of the first and second GPS ...

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Номер записи: 73
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Location-based recovery device and risk management system for portable computing devices and data

Номер: US20140068781A1
Автор: John J. Madsen, Michael J. Coker
Принадлежит: Apogee Technology Consultants LLC

A device and software utilizing Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technologies for monitoring and recovering portable computing devices and, a method and system for acquiring such devices, protecting data on such devices, and for compensating owners of devices. A GPS mechanism of the invention provides real time tracking of missing devices that may be coordinated with security agencies to intercept and recover missing computing devices. When a stolen device is unrecoverable, the invention may receive a signal to initiate data recovery where a wireless network is available to recover data for the owner. Alternatively, the GPS mechanism instructs the device to encrypt or destroy stored data files to prevent commercial espionage or privacy violations. The invention discloses a software system and method for computing a purchase price of the GPS mechanism, computing compensation for loss of the device and lost data.

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Номер записи: 74
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Geographic location coding system

Номер: US20140074895A1
Автор: David Ingerman, Jude X. Huang, Richard Seeger
Принадлежит: David Ingerman, Jude X. Huang, Richard Seeger

A system capable of receiving at least one location input, creating a code associated with that input, storing the code, receiving a created code, providing the location, and providing directions to or from the location.

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Номер записи: 75
27-03-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for providing a wireless, portable, and/or handheld, device with safety features

Номер: US20140085445A1
Автор: Christopher Michael Joao, Gregory Thomas Joao, Raymond Anthony Joao
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus, including a processing device, a camera for obtaining a view, a picture, or video, a display device for displaying information, the view, picture, or video obtained by the camera, and a global positioning system for determining a position or a location of the apparatus. The global positioning system determines a position or location of the apparatus. The apparatus identifies a municipal subdivision in which the apparatus is located, identifies a nearest police department, fire department, hospital, hotel, point of interest, or individual, generates a report containing information regarding the identified nearest police department, fire department, hospital, hotel, point of interest, or individual, located in the municipal subdivision, and contact information for the nearest police department, fire department, hospital, hotel, point of interest, or individual, and provides at least a portion of the information contained in the report via the display device.

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Номер записи: 76
10-04-2014 дата публикации

EXECUTION METHOD OF POSITION CALCULATING CIRCUIT, POSITION CALCULATING CIRCUIT, OPERATION CONTROL METHOD OF POSITION CALCULATING CIRCUIT, HOST DEVICE, AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

Номер: US20140097983A1
Автор: Akiyama Toshikazu, KOBAYASHI Kazunari, MAEZAWA Hidekazu, Teruuchi Norio
Принадлежит: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

An execution method of a position calculating circuit that calculates a position by receiving a satellite signal transmitted from a positioning satellite and that has an externally readable storage section includes: receiving a selection signal for selecting acquired information, which is information acquired from information obtained from the satellite signal, from the outside; selecting the acquired information on the basis of the selection signal; and storing the acquired information in the storage section and outputting a notice signal, which indicates that the acquired information has been obtained, when the acquired information selected from the satellite signal being received is obtained. 1. An execution method of a position calculating circuit that calculates a position by receiving a satellite signal transmitted from a positioning satellite and that has an externally readable storage section , the execution method comprising:receiving a selection signal for selecting acquired information, which is information acquired from information obtained from the satellite signal, from the outside;selecting the acquired information on the basis of the selection signal; andstoring the acquired information in the storage section and outputting a notice signal, which indicates that the acquired information has been obtained, when the acquired information selected from the satellite signal being received is obtained.2. The execution method according to claim 1 , further comprising:outputting a periodic signal to the outside at predetermined intervals synchronized with time information, which is included in the information obtained from the satellite signal, when the acquired information is the time information and the time information is obtained from the satellite signal being received.3. The execution method according to claim 1 ,wherein the information obtained from the satellite signal includes time information and position information,when the acquired information is ...

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Номер записи: 77
02-01-2020 дата публикации

HELMET COMMUNICATION AND SAFETY SYSTEM

Номер: US20200000166A1
Автор: GAN Yung Kuei, Hui Siew Kok, TAN Eng Sui
Принадлежит:

Various helmet communication, entertainment, and safety techniques are enabled. For instance, a method comprises receiving, by a helmet user-interface system comprising a processor, an output from a sensor, determining, by the helmet user-interface system, whether the output comprises gesture information representative of a gesture, in response to the determining and based on a condition being determined to be satisfied, identifying, by the helmet user-interface system, a gesture type associated with the gesture information, and executing, by the helmet user-interface system, a function associated with the gesture type. 1. A method , comprising:receiving, by a helmet user-interface system comprising a processor, an output from a sensor;determining, by the helmet user-interface system, whether the output comprises gesture information representative of a gesture;in response to the determining and based on a condition being determined to be satisfied, identifying, by the helmet user-interface system, a gesture type associated with the gesture information; andexecuting, by the helmet user-interface system, a function associated with the gesture type.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the gesture is detected to have occurred less than or equal to about 30 centimeters from the sensor.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a proximity sensor.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:in response to the executing the function, transmitting, by the helmet user-interface system, a signal to a mobile device communicatively coupled to the system.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the transmitting causes the mobile device to perform a task corresponding to the signal claim 4 , and wherein the task comprises at least one of managing music or initiating a telephone call.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the condition comprises at least one of:the output comprising the gesture information representative of the gesture, the gesture information matching the ...

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Номер записи: 78
03-01-2019 дата публикации

INTELLIGENT SHADING OBJECT MOVEMENT BASED ON SUN SENSOR INTENSITY

Номер: US20190000197A1
Автор: Gharabegian Armen Sevada
Принадлежит:

An intelligent umbrella includes a light sensor to generate a light intensity measurement, a motor to move the light sensor about an azimuth axis, the light sensor generating a plurality of light intensity measurements and associated locations. The intelligent umbrella also includes a controller to receive the plurality of light intensity measurements from the light sensor, and to identify a highest light sensor measurement of the plurality of light sensor measurements and an associated location. The controller generates and communicates a command including the associated location to a motor, which receives the command and moves the light sensor to the associated location. The controller moves a light sensor about an elevation axis, determines a peak intensity value and corresponding elevation location, and moves the light sensor to the corresponding elevation location. 1. A method of positioning a shading element in a shading object comprising:moving a sun sensor 360 degrees about an azimuth axis;generating a plurality of sun sensor values and corresponding locations for a plurality of locations as the sun sensor is moved about the azimuth axis;calculating a peak intensity sun sensor value and corresponding peak intensity location on the azimuth axis by determining a highest sun sensor value from the generated plurality of sun sensor values and the corresponding locations; andmoving the shading element to the corresponding peak intensity location about the azimuth axis.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of sun sensor values is greater than 100 sun sensor values.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising moving the sun sensor to a second plurality of locations vertically about an elevation axis after moving the sun sensor completely about the azimuth axis.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising generating a second plurality of sun sensor values for the second plurality of locations vertically about the elevation axis and capturing a peak ...

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Номер записи: 79
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Methods for computing a real-time step length and speed of a running or walking individual

Номер: US20200000374A1
Автор: Abolfazl SOLTANI, Hooman Dejnabadi, Kamiar Aminian
Принадлежит: Swatch Group Research and Development SA

A method for calculating an estimation of the speed {circumflex over (V)}[n′] of an individual walking along a path, over a time window including: computing a step length [n′] of the individual, calculating the speed {circumflex over (V)}[n′] using the following formula: {circumflex over (V)} [ n ′]= [ n ′]× [ n ′].

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Номер записи: 80
03-01-2019 дата публикации

EXERCISE DEVICE

Номер: US20190001172A1
Автор: Hayes Antony John
Принадлежит:

An apparatus for suspension training may include at least one supporting strap and at least one moveable handle, wherein the moveable handle further includes a first and second end and the first and second ends further include an engageable locking means and the engageable locking means are in communication with the support strap. In this way the position of the moveable handles may be easily adjusted, increasing the convenience of moving the moveable handles to undertake different exercises using the training or exercise device. 1. An exercise device comprising:at least one supporting strap; and the at least one handle comprises a first end and a second end;', 'the first and second ends each comprise an engageable locking means;', 'the engageable locking means are in communication with the at least one supporting strap; and', 'the at least one handle is slidably mounted on the at least one supporting strap such that the at least one handle can move from one locked position to a second locked position within the at least one supporting strap., 'at least one handle, wherein2. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein the engageable locking means further comprises a quick release mechanism.3. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein the engageable locking means is a cam buckle.4. The exercise device according to claim 3 , wherein the cam buckle further comprises an engagement face.5. The exercise device according to claim 4 , wherein the engagement face further comprises teeth.6. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein a single supporting strap is in communication with the first and second ends of the at least one handle.7. The exercise device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one handle further comprises at least one guide.8. The exercise device according to claim 7 , wherein the at least one guide is located proximal to the first end or the second end.9. The exercise device according to claim 7 , wherein the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 81
07-01-2016 дата публикации

ON-BOARD UNIT AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20160001656A1
Автор: HIURA Ryota, KATO Seiki, KORENAGA Takeshi, MURATA Tomohiro, Nagata Takeshi, NAKAMOTO Hiromichi, TAKEUCHI Hisaji
Принадлежит: MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

An electric vehicle management system which controls a charging amount for an electric vehicle by way of peak shift, and an on-board unit used for the electric vehicle management system are provided. Thereby, the on-board unit mounted on the electric vehicle detects a current location, and an electric vehicle management center provided on a network manages a charging schedule created in advance. Propriety of a charging operation at a current time is checked via communications between them. Charging of the electric vehicle is managed based on the charging schedule by notifying a driver of the check result through a display of the on-board unit. 1. An on-board unit mounted on an electric vehicle which travels using an externally rechargeable battery comprising:a current location detecting unit configured to detect a current location of the electric vehicle;a wireless communication unit configured to communicate with a server managing a charging schedule via a wireless communication network, the server provided on an external network; anda display unit configured to display whether or not a charging operation is allowed at the current location at a current time based on the charging schedule.2. The on-board unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:a storage unit configured to store an identification number of the on-board unit in advance;an input unit configured to detect a start of charging of the rechargeable battery; andan arithmetic unit configured to transmit the current location and the identification number to the server via the wireless communication unit when the start of charging is detected, receive a result of checking the charging schedule by the server via the wireless communication unit, and transmit the result to the display unit.3. The on-board unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:a power unit configured to turn on a power supply in response to an operation signal transmitted from the electric vehicle;an arithmetic unit configured to ...

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Номер записи: 82
01-01-2015 дата публикации

POSITIONING SYSTEM AND METHOD BASED ON CHANNEL FROM GROUND CONTROL CENTER TO AEROSPACE RELAY NODE

Номер: US20150002334A1
Автор: Jang Ji Nyoung, LEE Kyu Man, Lim Jae Sung
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The present invention relates to a positioning system, and more particularly, to a positioning system, a positioning method and an apparatus for same, in which a ground reference node transmits information on the location of an aerospace/satellite relay node and the location of the ground reference node to a receiving node, and the location of the receiving node is calculated using the information on the location of the aerospace/satellite relay node and the location of the ground reference node received at the receiving node. 1. A ground reference node-based positioning method , comprising:receiving, at a reception node, reference signals transmitted by a ground reference node and transferred via three or more aerospace/satellite relay nodes, respectively;obtaining, at the reception node, information about a location of the ground reference node and locations of the respective aerospace/satellite relay nodes;calculating, at the reception node, a location of the reception node by using the location of the ground reference node, the locations of the respective aerospace/satellite relay nodes, and Times of Arrival (TOAs) related to transfer paths of the reference signals.2. The positioning method of claim 1 , wherein the calculating the location of the reception node comprises:calculating differences between distances from the aerospace/satellite relay nodes to the reception node by using Time Differences Of Arrival (TDOAs) related to the transfer paths of the reference signals and the locations of the respective aerospace/satellite relay nodes; anddetermining the location of the reception node by using differences between the distances from the aerospace/satellite relay nodes to the reception node.3. The positioning method of claim 2 , wherein the determining the location of the reception node comprises:generating a hyperbolas, that is, a set of specific points at which a difference between distances from different aerospace/satellite relay nodes of the aerospace/ ...

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Номер записи: 83
07-01-2021 дата публикации

TACTICAL MANEUVERING OCEAN THERMAL ENERGY CONVERSION BUOY FOR OCEAN ACTIVITY SURVEILLANCE

Номер: US20210001965A1
Автор: Heinen Gregory W., Sastre-Cordova Marcos M.
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A system includes a first jacket that contains seawater and a first tank storing a first fluid under pressure. A second jacket contains seawater and a second tank storing a second fluid under pressure. An actuator cylinder defines a space that receives the fluids from the first and second tanks. The actuator cylinder includes an actuator piston that divides the space into a first volume for the first fluid and a second volume for the second fluid. A hydraulic cylinder includes a hydraulic piston configured to move and change an amount of hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic cylinder, wherein the hydraulic piston is fixedly coupled to the actuator piston. A buoyancy plug changes a position in connection with the amount of the hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic cylinder, wherein the position of the buoyancy plug affects a buoyancy of a vehicle. 1. A system comprising:a first jacket comprising first and second ports, the first jacket configured to contain seawater and a first tank, the first tank configured to store a first fluid under pressure;a second jacket comprising third and fourth ports, the second jacket configured to contain seawater and a second tank, the second tank configured to store a second fluid under pressure;an actuator cylinder defining a space configured to receive the first fluid from the first tank and the second fluid from the second tank, the actuator cylinder comprising an actuator piston that divides the space into a first volume for the first fluid and a second volume for the second fluid;a hydraulic cylinder defining a space configured to receive a hydraulic fluid, the hydraulic cylinder comprising a hydraulic piston configured to move and change an amount of the hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic cylinder, wherein the hydraulic piston is fixedly coupled to the actuator piston; anda buoyancy plug configured to change a position in connection with the amount of the hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic cylinder, wherein the position of the buoyancy plug ...

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Номер записи: 84
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Display instruments

Номер: US20160001868A1
Автор: John Frayn Ewans
Принадлежит: Individual

A display instrument 1 for a coxed rowing boat has a main-body 2 with a display head 3 displaying rowing-related measurements digitally at its front end, and a resilient partially-spherical extension 7 from its rear end. In the assembled instrument 1, the extension 7 is entered into an open-mouth 13 of a cup-receptacle 11 to be gripped resiliently surface-to-surface within a peripheral rim 14 of the mouth 13 so as to resists relative movement but allows manual adjustment of orientation of the main-body 2 relative to the receptacle 11 to facilitate the cox's view of the display. The receptacle 11 is entered in an aperture 16 of a dashboard 17 adjacent the cox's position 18 in the boat, and electronic circuitry of the instrument 1 is receptive of GPS signals to calculate boat and water-stream speeds for display.

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Номер записи: 85
03-01-2019 дата публикации

PRE-CONSUMPTION FUEL ANALYTICS SYSTEM

Номер: US20190001812A1
Автор: Moore Buddy
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The present disclosure relates generally to a fuel monitoring system for vehicles. More specifically, an embodiment of the system includes a hollow tube insertable into a filler tube of a fuel reservoir. The hollow tube has a first end defining an opening for receiving a fuel nozzle and a cap connectable to the first end. The system also includes a sensor that produces a signal representative of an amount of fuel flowing through the hollow tube. 1. A fuel cap assembly comprising:a hollow tube insertable into a filler tube of a fuel reservoir, the hollow tube having a first end defining an opening for receiving a fuel nozzle;a cap connectable to the first end; anda first sensor positioned to produce a signal representative of an amount of fuel flowing through the hollow tube.2. The fuel cap assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a microcontroller that receives the signal representative of an amount of fuel flowing through the hollow tube produced by the sensor.3. The fuel cap assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a transmitter that wirelessly communicates the signal representative of an amount of fuel flowing through the hollow tube to a remote device.4. The fuel cap assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a status switch for indicating the connection status of the cap to the first end.5. The fuel cap assembly of claim 4 , wherein the fuel cap assembly is switchable between a reduced active state and a fully active state.6. The fuel cap assembly of claim 5 , wherein when the cap is in the connected state the fuel cap assembly is in the reduced active state claim 5 , and when disconnected the fuel cap assembly is in the fully active state.7. The fuel cap assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a second sensor for producing a signal representative of the amount of fuel in the reservoir connected to the filler tube.8. The fuel cap assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a lockset for preventing the unauthorized disconnecting of the cap from the first end of the ...

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Номер записи: 86
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Tracking Unit for a Human-Powered Vehicle

Номер: US20190002047A1
Автор: Brodahl Erik, Ølmheim Ole Martin
Принадлежит: BikeFinder AS

A tracking unit is for a human-powered vehicle comprising a frame. The tracking unit has a tracker, such as a GPS and/or GSM unit, and an antenna for allowing the tracker to communicate. The tracker is adapted to be placed inside the frame of a human-powered vehicle. The tracking unit includes a wire adapted to extend from the tracker, through a hole below a crank in the frame, to the antenna adapted to be mounted externally on said frame at or near said hole. 1. A tracking unit for a human-powered vehicle , the human-powered vehicle comprising a frame , the tracking unit comprising:a tracker and an antenna for allowing the tracker to communicate with a receiver, whereinsaid tracker is adapted to be placed inside the frame of a human-powered vehicle; andsaid tracking unit has a wire adapted to extend from the tracker, through a hole below a crank in the frame, to the antenna adapted to be mounted externally on said frame at or near said hole.2. The tracking unit according claim 1 , wherein parts of the tracking unit that are not enclosed by the frame are at least partly protected by a tamper protection layer.3. The tracking unit according to claim 1 , the tracking unit further comprising a backup battery for providing power for the tracking unit when other power sources are disabled claim 1 , not functioning or unavailable.4. The tracking unit according to claim 1 , the tracking unit further comprising a motion detection means for detecting movement claim 1 , wherein the tracking unit is configured for conditional deactivation of the tracking unit when no movement is detected.5. The tracking unit according to claim 1 , the tracking unit further comprising an expansion device for securely fastening the tracking unit by expansion within a cavity in the frame.6. A human-powered vehicle comprising:a frame;a tracking unit comprising a tracker and an antenna for allowing the tracker to communicate with a receiver, whereinsaid tracker is adapted to be placed inside the ...

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Номер записи: 87
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Advanced Driver Assistance Apparatus, Display Apparatus For Vehicle And Vehicle

Номер: US20170003134A1
Автор: Kim Jeongsu, LEE Sanghyuk
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A driver assistance apparatus includes an interface configured to receive first navigation information generated based on GPS information of the vehicle, a camera configured to acquire an image of a view ahead of the vehicle, and a processor. The processor is configured to detect an object in the acquired image of the view ahead of the vehicle, determine, based on the detected object, a driving situation of the vehicle, and determine whether the driving situation of the vehicle is consistent with the first navigation information. Based on a determination that the driving situation of the vehicle is not consistent with the first navigation information, the process generates, based on the driving situation of the vehicle, second navigation information of the vehicle, and provides the second navigation information to an output unit. 1. A driver assistance apparatus , comprising:an interface configured to receive first navigation information generated based on GPS information of the vehicle;a camera configured to acquire an image of a view ahead of the vehicle; and detect an object in the acquired image of the view ahead of the vehicle;', 'determine, based on the object detected in the acquired image, a driving situation of the vehicle;', 'determine whether the driving situation of the vehicle is consistent with the first navigation information that was generated based on the GPS information; and', 'generate, based on the driving situation of the vehicle, second navigation information of the vehicle, and provide the second navigation information to an output unit.', 'based on a determination that the driving situation of the vehicle is not consistent with the first navigation information], 'a processor configured to2. The driver assistance apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to determine the driving situation of the vehicle by:determining, based on the object detected in the image of the view ahead of the vehicle, information regarding at least ...

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Номер записи: 88
05-01-2017 дата публикации

INTERACTIVE APPLICATIONS USING DATA FROM LIGHT SENSORY NETWORKS

Номер: US20170003136A1
Автор: Barnard Chris, Ryhorchuk Kent W.
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In various example embodiments, a system and method for interactive applications that use location-based information from a light sensor network are presented. In example embodiments, data indicating a destination location inside a geofence is received. The geofence represents a boundary around multiple private beacon nodes, which are associated with a light sensor network, and their associated beacon communications ranges. Navigation and tracking outside the geofence is based on at least one of global positioning system (GPS) signals and beacon signals received by the mobile device from at least one public beacon device within a beacon communications range of the mobile device located outside the geofence. Navigation and tracking inside the geofence is based on the beacon signals received by the mobile device from at least one private beacon node within the beacon communications range of the mobile device located inside the geofence and a virtual map including an area within the geofence. 1receiving data indicating a destination location inside a geofence, the geofence having a boundary around multiple private beacon nodes and their associated beacon communications ranges, the multiple private beacon nodes being associated with a light sensor network;enabling a beacon transceiver of the mobile device to receive beacon signals;providing, to a mobile device located outside the geofence, the navigation instructions to the boundary of the geofence based on at least one of global positioning system (GPS) signals and beacon signals received by the mobile device from at least one public beacon device within a beacon communications range of the mobile device located outside the geofence; andproviding, to a mobile device located inside the geofence, the navigation instructions to the destination location based on the beacon signals received by the mobile device from at least one private beacon node within the beacon communications range of the mobile device located inside ...

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Номер записи: 89
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Determination of a Statistical Attribute of a Set of Measurement Errors

Номер: US20170003396A1
Автор: ADACHI Jeffrey, Lewis Andrew
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A method comprising receiving probe data indicative of a set of navigational signal measurements that is matched to a link segment, determining a set of measurement errors such that each measurement error of the set of measurement errors is a difference between a location indicated by the link segment and a location indicated by a navigational signal measurement of the set of navigational signal measurements, determining at least one statistical attribute of the set of measurement errors, and storing an indication of the statistical attribute in map information associated with the link segment is disclosed. 1. An apparatus , comprising:at least one processor;at least one memory including computer program code, the memory and the computer program code configured to, working with the processor, cause the apparatus to perform at least the following:receive probe data indicative of a set of navigational signal measurements that is matched to a link segment;determine a set of measurement errors such that each measurement error of the set of measurement errors is a difference between a location indicated by the link segment and a location indicated by a navigational signal measurement of the set of navigational signal measurements;determine at least one statistical attribute of the set of measurement errors; andstore an indication of the statistical attribute in map information associated with the link segment.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the statistical attribute is a variance of the set of measurement errors.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the determination of the statistical attribute comprises determination of an adjusted statistical attribute of the set of measurement errors based claim 1 , at least in part claim 1 , on an average lane width and a number of lanes comprised by the link segment claim 1 , and the statistical attribute is the adjusted statistical attribute.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the memory includes computer program code ...

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Номер записи: 90
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Athlete Attend Class Monitoring System

Номер: US20160003624A1
Автор: James Tyler Frix
Принадлежит: Individual

A system and method for monitoring and verifying athlete attendance in a classroom is disclosed. An exemplary embodiment defines a GPS-based fence in association with a classroom as well as defines a class start time and a class end time. GPS coordinates associated with a portable computing device (“PCD”) associated with a given athlete are received and determined to be within a range of coordinates associated with the fence. Also, a time associated with the receiving of the GPS coordinates is determined to be within a window of time comprising the class start time. Subsequently, a picture of a user is captured with a camera of the PCD. Next, from the picture the user is verified to be the given athlete. Finally, the given athlete is marked as “present” within the class.

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Номер записи: 91
07-01-2016 дата публикации

LOCATION OF A DISTRESS BEACON

Номер: US20160003933A1
Автор: CALMETTES Thibaud Pierre Jean, GREGOIRE Yoan, PETCU Emanuela Ana Maria
Принадлежит:

There is disclosed a computer implemented method for processing the signal emitted by a distress beacon, the signal being received by several satellites and forwarded to at least one ground station, the method comprising the steps consisting in determining a set of hypothetical positions of the beacon, and for at least one of the hypothetical positions, for each satellite, offsetting the signal received and forwarded as a function of the hypothetical position; summing the offset signals; and evaluating the validity of the sum of the offset signals as a function of the presence of a predefined characteristic in the sum. Developments describe aspects such as the temporal and/or frequency offsetting, the construction of a digital replica of the signal transmitted by the beacon, and as the minimizing of the weighted residues of the offsets. System aspects are described, including the calibration of an active antenna or an array of antennas. 1. A method implemented by a computer for processing the signal emitted by a distress beacon , said signal being received by several satellites and forwarded to at least one ground station , the method comprising the steps:determining a set of hypothetical positions of the distress beacon; andfor at least one of the hypothetical positions:for each satellite, offsetting the signal received and forwarded as a function of said hypothetical position;summing the offset signals by coherent integration; andevaluating the validity of the sum of the offset signals as a function of the presence of a predefined characteristic in said sum.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the step consisting in offsetting the signal from one satellite comprising a step consisting in offsetting the signal from said satellite temporally by a time that is equal to the opposite of the beacon-satellite-station propagation time.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the step consisting in offsetting the signal from one satellite comprising a step consisting in ...

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Номер записи: 92
07-01-2016 дата публикации

DETERMINING CONTEXT OF A MOBILE COMPUTER

Номер: US20160003947A1
Автор: Jurikson-Rhodes Jaron, Vartanian Harry
Принадлежит: HJ LABORATORIES, LLC

A mobile computer may determine it is located in a vehicle or a conveyance based on a measured distance and satellite related positioning information. 1. A mobile computer comprising:a processor, of the mobile computer, configured to determine whether the mobile computer is located in a vehicle or a conveyance based on a measured distance from the mobile computer to a fixed part of the vehicle or the conveyance and satellite related positioning information; anda transceiver configured to receive a notification related to an advertisement, wherein the notification is received based on the determination.2. The mobile computer of further comprising:the processor further configured to analyze gyroscope related data to determine an orientation of the mobile computer.3. A method comprising:determining, by a mobile computer, whether the mobile computer is located in a vehicle or a conveyance based on a measured distance from the mobile computer to a fixed part of the vehicle or the conveyance and satellite related positioning information; andreceiving, by the mobile computer, a notification related to an advertisement, wherein the notification is received based on the determination.4. The method of further comprising:analyzing, by the mobile computer, gyroscope related data to determine an orientation of the mobile computer. This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/628,946 filed Feb. 23, 2015, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/460,591 filed Aug. 15, 2014, which issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,116,230 on Aug. 25, 2015, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/776,643 filed Feb. 25, 2013, which issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,842,496 on Sep. 23, 2014, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/412,317 filed Mar. 5, 2012, which issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,395,968 on Mar. 12, 2013, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/900,951 filed Oct. 8, 2010, which issued as U ...

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Номер записи: 93
04-01-2018 дата публикации

APPLYING MOTION SENSOR DATA TO WHEEL IMBALANCE DETECTION, TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING, AND/OR TREAD DEPTH MEASUREMENT

Номер: US20180003593A1
Автор: Bhattacharyya Rahul, Siegel Joshua Eric
Принадлежит:

A computer-based method to facilitate detecting wheel imbalance, a tire pressure problem, or excessive tread wear on tires of a moving vehicle is disclosed. The method includes collecting (e.g., from an accelerometer of a mobile personal computing device) data that represents vibration that results, at least in part, from the vehicle's motion, and determining, with a computer-based processor, whether the moving vehicle has wheel imbalance, a tire pressure problem, and/or excessive tire tread wear based at least in part on the vibration data produced by the accelerometer (and, possibly other data), where the mobile personal computing device and the accelerometer are moving with the vehicle when the data is being collected. 1. A computer-based method to facilitate detecting wheel imbalance , a tire pressure problem , or excessive tread wear on tires of a moving vehicle , the method comprising:collecting, from an accelerometer, data that represents vibration that results, at least in part, from the vehicle's motion; anddetermining, with a computer-based processor, whether the moving vehicle has wheel imbalance, a tire pressure problem, and/or excessive tire tread wear based at least in part on the vibration data produced by the accelerometer,wherein the accelerometer are moving with the vehicle when the data is being collected.2. The computer-based method of claim 1 , wherein the accelerometer is in or part of a mobile personal computing device.3. The computer-based method of claim 1 , wherein determining whether the moving vehicle has wheel imbalance claim 1 , a tire pressure problem claim 1 , and/or excessive tire tread wear comprises:transforming at least some portion of the data from the accelerometer into a data set in the frequency domain; andapplying principal component analysis to the frequency domain data set to produce a PCA data set.4. The computer-based method of claim 2 , wherein determining whether the moving vehicle has wheel imbalance claim 2 , a tire ...

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Номер записи: 94
04-01-2018 дата публикации

SIGNALING IN A WIRELESS POSITIONING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180003794A1
Автор: Krasner Norman F., RAGHUPATHY Arun, Sendonaris Andrew
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Devices, systems, and methods for sending positional information from transmitters/beacons. In one implementation a transmitter generates a range block including a ranging signal and a hybrid block including positioning data, and sends the range block and hybrid block at different times. A user device may receive signals from a plurality of transmitters and generates position/location information using trilateration and measured altitude information in comparison with transmitter altitude information. 1. (canceled)2. A method for receiving signaling used for position determination in a positioning system , the method comprising:receiving, from a first transmitter, a first range block that includes a first ranging signal,wherein the first range block was generated by the first transmitter and transmitted from the first transmitter in a first predefined slot of a plurality of predefined slots of a first transmit frame; andreceiving, from the first transmitter, a first hybrid block that includes a first positioning signal with positioning data that includes data specifying a location of the first transmitter or data specifying a pressure,wherein the first hybrid block was generated by the first transmitter and transmitted from the first transmitter in a second transmit frame that is disjoint from the first transmit frame.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first range block is received during a first time period and the first hybrid block is received during a second time period that is different than the first time period.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first hybrid block does not include any ranging signal.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first range block does not include any positioning data specifying the location of the first transmitter and does not include any positioning data specifying the pressure.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first hybrid block does not include any ranging signal claim 2 , and wherein the first range block does not ...

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Номер записи: 95
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Laser Scanner System And Registration Method Of Point Cloud Data

Номер: US20180003825A1
Автор: ITO Tadayuki, Komeichi Takahiro, Yoshino Ken-ichiro
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The invention provides a laser scanner system, which comprises a laser scanner which includes a distance measuring unit for emitting a distance measuring light, receiving a reflected light, and performing a distance measurement, a scanning unit for rotatably irradiating the distance measuring light, a directional angle detecting unit for detecting an irradiating direction of the distance measuring light, a GNSS device and a control arithmetic unit, and a target which sets a back sight point, wherein the control arithmetic unit has a target scanning mode and a point cloud data measurement mode, and is configured to calculate point cloud data with a global coordinate value and a global coordinate value of the target based on the global coordinate value obtained by the GNSS device, a measurement result obtained by executing the point cloud data measurement mode and a measurement result obtained by executing the target scanning mode. 1. A laser scanner system comprising: a laser scanner which includes a distance measuring unit for emitting a distance measuring light , receiving a reflected light from an object to be measured , and performing a distance measurement , a scanning unit for rotatably irradiating said distance measuring light , a directional angle detecting unit for detecting an irradiating direction of said distance measuring light , a GNSS device and a control arithmetic unit , and a target which sets a back sight point , wherein said control arithmetic unit has a target scanning mode in which a target scanning is performed over a range including said target and a point cloud data measurement mode in which said distance measuring light is scanned to a measurement range and point cloud data is acquired , and is configured to calculate point cloud data with a global coordinate value and a global coordinate value of said target based on said global coordinate value obtained by said GNSS device , a measurement result obtained by executing said point cloud data ...

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Номер записи: 96
02-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD, DEVICE AND SERVER FOR ESTIMATION OF IFB CALIBRATION VALUE

Номер: US20200003905A1
Автор: YAMAZAKI Yasuhisa
Принадлежит: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.

According to the present application, when an inter frequency bias (IFB) calibration value, which corresponds to a machine type ID of a reference station, is not stored in a storage, a processor executes a Real Time Kinematic (RTK) calculation by using reference station-positioning data and positioning terminal-positioning data, calculates a positioning solution, and causes the storage to store the reference station-positioning data and the positioning terminal-positioning data. The processor executes, after completing a positioning processing, an estimation processing of the IFB calibration value by using the reference station-positioning data and the positioning terminal-positioning data which are stored in the storage. 1. An estimation method of an IFB calibration value of a reference station by a device for determining coordinates of a moving object based on positioning signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites , the estimation method comprising:acquiring information for specifying the reference station based on reference station data received from the reference station;determining whether or not the IFB calibration value of the reference station corresponding to the information for specifying the reference station is stored in a storage; andwhen the IFB calibration value of the reference station is not stored in the storage, estimating the IFB calibration value of the reference station by using information obtained by a positioning calculation based on the positioning signals.2. The estimation method of an IFB calibration value of claim 1 , further comprising:calculating a positioning solution indicating the coordinates of the moving object by using a satellite signal, positioning data included in the reference station data, and candidates for the IFB calibration value; andestimating the IFB calibration value of the reference station based on accuracy of the positioning solution for each of the candidates for the IFB calibration value.3. The estimation ...

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Номер записи: 97
02-01-2020 дата публикации

System and Method for Determining a Velocity of a Rotorcraft

Номер: US20200003908A1
Автор: Brooks Thomas Wayne, Covington Charles Eric, II Robert Earl, Worsham
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A rotorcraft includes a flight control computer (FCC), a GPS receiver configured to calculate a groundspeed based on a first carrier signal, and an attitude and heading reference system (AHRS) configured to determine an acceleration of the rotorcraft. The AHRS is operable to receive an indication of the groundspeed from the GPS receiver and to calculate a velocity of the rotorcraft based on the indication of the groundspeed and the acceleration. The FCC is operable to receive an indication of the velocity from the AHRS, to generate the flight control device control signal according to the indication of velocity, and to send a flight control device control signal to one or more flight control devices. 1. A method of operating a rotorcraft , the method comprising:receiving a GPS carrier signal by a GPS sensor;determining a groundspeed of the rotorcraft based on a received frequency of the GPS carrier signal;receiving acceleration data from an inertial sensor;determining a velocity based on the groundspeed and the acceleration data;determining an actuator command based on the velocity; andcontrolling a flight control device according to the actuator command.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the groundspeed of the rotorcraft comprises:determining a first received frequency of the GPS carrier signal;comparing the first received frequency with a reference frequency to determine a Doppler shift; anddetermining the groundspeed according to the Doppler shift.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the inertial sensor comprises an attitude and heading reference system (AHRS) operable to determine the velocity based on the groundspeed and the acceleration data.4. The method of claim 3 , comprising a flight control computer (FCC) operable to receive an indication of the velocity from the AHRS and operable to determine the actuator command based on the velocity.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the velocity comprises:processing the groundspeed and the ...

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Номер записи: 98
03-01-2019 дата публикации

PORTABLE REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD OF USING

Номер: US20190003757A1
Автор: McCrea James A., MIROS Robert H.J., PAYEA Keith B.
Принадлежит: 3rd Stone Design Inc.

A portable refrigeration system for use in transport of medicines or other valuable, temperature sensitive materials is disclosed. The system can use GPS positioning technology to provide absolute global location along with internet connection through a cellular modem on board which allows for communication to the cloud of temperature and transit data during device use. The refrigerator can be powered by a rechargeable battery back that may be recharged through connection to AC mains supply or connection to the photovoltaic panel included with the device. The insulated container can be held at a constant temperature through the use of vacuum insulated panel construction. The device can be cooled through the use of thermoelectric cooling modules coupled to the insulated chamber and paired with a heat exchanger with heat pipes and a system fan. The device can be operated either through the included graphical user interface display via touch or buttons or it may be accessed and controlled by a remote computer through the cloud via a cellular connection. 1. A method for using a refrigeration unit system , wherein the system comprises:a portable refrigeration unit having an insulated internal space, wherein the unit is less than 22 kg, and wherein the portable refrigeration unit comprises batteries, a location sensor, a telecommunication radio, and one or more thermometers configured to measure an ambient temperature outside of the unit and an internal temperature inside of the internal space, and wherein the unit comprises a memory storing data regarding contents of the internal space; anda remote computer in data communication with the portable refrigeration unit, wherein the method comprises:calculating by the remote computer a remaining time of operable life of the refrigerator unit, wherein the operable life comprises the amount of time the unit has left wherein the internal space will remain above a desired temperature.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

ALL-IN-ONE INTEGRATED SENSING DEVICE FOR MACHINE CONTROL

Номер: US20190003825A1
Автор: Crozier Scott Tasman, Nau Kevin Ray
Принадлежит: TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED

An integrated sensing device with a suite of sensors assists construction machine operators in finding the correct level to dig a ditch/trench. The sensing device includes a gravity sensor to determine angles, a laser distance meter (LDM), and a laser receiver for detecting a known jobsite elevation. The sensing device is mounted to the dipper stick of an excavator; the gravity sensor detects the angle of the stick, and the laser receiver detects a laser plane of light that represents a known jobsite elevation. The LDM is aimed at another member of the machine that moves in a predetermined path as the bucket is rotated, and the distance between the LDM and the target member is used to calculate the vertical elevation of the working tool edge. A display graphically shows the operator the proper dig depth and the present position of the working tool edge. 1. An apparatus , comprising: (i) a GPS receiver;', '(ii) an electronic angle sensor;', '(iii) an electronic distance sensor, having an output port that is directed at a predetermined target, and which determines a distance to said target without making physical contact with said target;', '(iv) a processing circuit and a memory circuit including instructions executable by said processing circuit; and', '(v) a housing, in which said GPS receiver, said electronic angle sensor, said electronic distance sensor, said processing circuit, and said memory circuit are all mounted with said housing;, '(a) an integrated plurality of sensors that is mounted to a construction machine which has a first movable mechanical member that exhibits movement through a pathway that is variable with respect to gravity, and has a second movable mechanical member that includes a working tool edge, wherein said second movable mechanical member has a known physical moving relationship to said first movable mechanical member through a predetermined range of motions, said integrated plurality of sensors comprising (i) said integrated plurality ...

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