High-resolution electric field sensor in cover glass

A fingerprint sensor is described that includes a thin protective cover layer on a sensor glass layer with receive circuitry between the thin protective cover layer and the sensor glass layer. In an implementation, a fingerprint sensor assembly includes a controller; a metal layer configured to be electrically coupled to the controller; a transmit layer electrically connected to the metal layer and the controller; a sensor glass layer including at least one through-glass via, where the transmit layer is disposed on a first side of the sensor glass layer, and where the transmit layer is electrically coupled to the at least one through-glass via; a receive layer disposed on a second side of the sensor glass layer, where the receive layer is electrically coupled to the at least one through-glass via; and a protective cover layer disposed on the receive layer.

HIGH-RESOLUTION ELECTRIC FIELD SENSOR IN COVER GLASS

A fingerprint sensor is described that includes a thin protective cover layer on a sensor glass layer with receive circuitry between the thin protective cover layer and the sensor glass layer. In an implementation, a fingerprint sensor assembly includes a controller; a metal layer configured to be electrically coupled to the controller; a transmit layer electrically connected to the metal layer and the controller; a sensor glass layer, where the transmit layer is disposed on a first side of the sensor glass layer, and where the transmit layer is electrically coupled to the controller; a receive layer disposed on a second side of the sensor glass layer, where the receive layer is electrically coupled to the controller; and a protective cover layer disposed on the receive layer. 1. A sensor assembly , comprising:a controller;a metal layer configured to be electrically coupled to the controller;a sensor glass layer;a transmit layer electrically connected to the metal layer and the controller, the transmit layer being disposed on a first side of the sensor glass layer, the transmit layer being configured to transmit an electric field;a receive layer disposed on a second side of the sensor glass layer, the receive layer being electrically coupled to the metal layer, the receive layer being configured to detect changes in the electric field; anda protective cover layer disposed proximate the receive layer.2. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the receive layer or the transmit layer includes a transparent conductor.3. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to detect changes in mutual capacitance between lines of the receive layer and lines of the transmit layer.4. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to provide signals in a range of 50 KHz to 10 MHz to the transmit layer.5. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured for at least one of hover detection and ...

Ac-driven light-emitting diode systems

AC-driven light-emitting diode systems and methods are provided for driving LED devices (e.g., LED lighting) using AC power. For example, an integrated circuit includes a first power line and a second power line configured for connection to AC power, and a plurality of LED stages, wherein each LED stage comprises multiple serially-connected LED devices, switches connected to inputs and outputs of the LED stages. The integrated circuit further includes switch control circuitry configured to control the switches to selectively connect one or more of the LED stages to the first and second power lines to empower the LED stages with the AC power.

HIGH-RESOLUTION ELECTRIC FIELD SENSOR IN COVER GLASS

A fingerprint sensor is described that includes a thin protective cover layer on a sensor glass layer with receive circuitry between the thin protective cover layer and the sensor glass layer. In an implementation, a fingerprint sensor assembly includes a controller; a metal layer configured to be electrically coupled to the controller; a transmit layer electrically connected to the metal layer and the controller; a sensor glass layer including at least one through-glass via, where the transmit layer is disposed on a first side of the sensor glass layer, and where the transmit layer is electrically coupled to the at least one through-glass via; a receive layer disposed on a second side of the sensor glass layer, where the receive layer is electrically coupled to the at least one through-glass via; and a protective cover layer disposed on the receive layer. 1. A fingerprint sensor assembly , comprising:a controller;a metal layer configured to be electrically coupled to the controller;a transmit layer electrically connected to the metal layer and the controller;a sensor glass layer including at least one through-glass via, where the transmit layer is disposed on a first side of the sensor glass layer, and where the transmit layer is electrically coupled to the at least one through-glass via;a receive layer disposed on a second side of the sensor glass layer, where the receive layer is electrically coupled to the at least one through-glass via; anda protective cover layer disposed on the receive layer.2. The fingerprint sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the protective cover layer includes aluminum oxide.3. The fingerprint sensor assembly of claim 2 , wherein the aluminum oxide is about 1 μm in thickness.4. The fingerprint sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the protective cover layer includes a single-crystal sapphire layer.5. The fingerprint sensor assembly of claim 4 , wherein the single-crystal sapphire layer is between about 100 μm and 200 μm in thickness.6. ...

CONFIGURATION AND MANAGEMENT OF SMART NODES WITH LIMITED USER INTERFACES

An apparatus in an illustrative embodiment comprises at least one processing device comprising a processor coupled to a memory. The processing device is configured to obtain an identifier of a first node of a set of nodes deployed at a building or other structure, to associate the first node with a user account, to obtain an identifier of a second node of the set of nodes, and to associate the second node with the first node and the user account. Associating the first node with the user account may comprise, for example, establishing an association between the first node and the user account without the processing device having access to a network connection. Additionally or alternatively, the identifier of the first node may be sent to a backend server over a network connection, with configuration information for the first node being received from the backend server in response thereto. 1. An apparatus comprising:at least one processing device comprising a processor coupled to a memory;said at least one processing device being configured:to obtain an identifier of a first node of a set of nodes deployed at a building or other structure;to associate the first node with a user account;to obtain an identifier of a second node of the set of nodes; andto associate the second node with the first node and the user account.2. The apparatus of wherein said at least one processing device comprises at least one of a mobile telephone and a computer.3. The apparatus of wherein at least one of the first and second nodes each comprises a sensor device of a sensor network deployed in at least one of an interior space and an exterior space of the building or other structure.4. The apparatus of wherein said at least one processing device is further configured to obtain identifiers of respective ones of a plurality of additional nodes of the set of nodes claim 1 , and to associate each of the additional nodes with the first node and the user account.5. The apparatus of wherein ...

TOUCH PANEL SENSOR HAVING DUAL-MODE CAPACITIVE SENSING FOR DETECTING AN OBJECT

An apparatus configured to determine an approximate position of an object utilizing mutual-capacitance sensing capabilities during a first mode of operation and determining one or more attributes of the object utilizing self-capacitance sensing capabilities during a second mode of operation is disclosed. The apparatus includes a touch panel controller configured to operatively couple to a touch panel sensor. The touch panel sensor includes a plurality of drive electrodes and at least one sense electrode. A plurality of nodes are formed at the intersections of the plurality of drive electrodes and the at least one sense electrode. The touch panel controller is configured to determine an approximate position of an object performing a touch event over the touch panel sensor during the first mode of operation and to determine one or more attributes of the object during the second mode of operation. 1. An apparatus comprising: output circuitry operatively coupled to the plurality of drive electrodes, the output circuitry configured to generate drive signals to drive the touch panel sensor; and', 'input circuitry operatively coupled to the at least one sense electrode, the input circuitry configured to measure mutual-capacitance formed at each intersection of the plurality of drive electrodes and of the at least one sense electrode during a first mode of operation and to measure self-capacitance of the plurality of drive electrodes or of the at least one sense electrode during a second mode of operation,', 'the touch panel controller configured to determine an approximate position and a first set of one or more attributes of an object performing a touch event over the touch panel sensor during the first mode of operation and to determine a second set of one or more attributes of the object during the second mode of operation., 'a touch panel controller configured to operatively couple to a touch panel sensor, the touch panel sensor including a plurality of drive ...

MANAGING POWER FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL NETWORKS

An apparatus in an illustrative embodiment comprises at least one processing device comprising a processor coupled to a memory. The processing device is configured to receive power consumption data relating to at least one monitored device, and to classify the monitored device based at least in part on the power consumption data. The processing device is further configured to select a power policy for the classified device, and to control application of power to the classified device in accordance with the selected power policy. For example, controlling application of power to the classified device in accordance with the selected power policy may comprise determining contextual information for the classified device, generating a control signal based at least in part on the contextual information and the selected power policy, and transmitting the control signal to at least one node of a node network. Other illustrative embodiments include methods and computer program products. 1. An apparatus comprising:at least one processing device comprising a processor coupled to a memory;said at least one processing device being configured:to receive power consumption data relating to at least one monitored device;to classify the monitored device based at least in part on the power consumption data;to select a power policy for the classified device; andto control application of power to the classified device in accordance with the selected power policy.2. The apparatus of wherein receiving power consumption data relating to at least one monitored device comprises receiving power consumption data from a node network associated with the monitored device.3. The apparatus of wherein said at least one processing device comprises one or more servers coupled to the node network wherein the one or more servers are configured to automatically perform at least portions of the receiving claim 2 , classifying claim 2 , selecting and controlling through interaction with one or more nodes of ...

Solid-state line disturbance circuit interrupter

The invention relates to a novel approach for the protection of electrical circuits from ground faults and parallel and series arc faults in a fully solid-state circuit configuration. Solid-state circuits and methods of use are described that provide the key functions of low-voltage DC power supply, mains voltage and current sensing, fault detection processing and high voltage electronic switching.

AC-DRIVEN LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE SYSTEMS

AC-driven light-emitting diode systems and methods are provided for driving LED devices (e.g., LED lighting) using AC power. For example, an integrated circuit includes a first power line and a second power line configured for connection to AC power, and a plurality of LED stages, wherein each LED stage comprises multiple serially-connected LED devices, switches connected to inputs and outputs of the LED stages. The integrated circuit further includes switch control circuitry configured to control the switches to selectively connect one or more of the LED stages to the first and second power lines to empower the LED stages with the AC power. 1. An integrated circuit comprising:a first power line and a second power line configured for connection to alternating-current (AC) power;a plurality of light-emitting diode (LED) stages, wherein each LED stage comprises a plurality of serially-connected LED devices;a plurality of switches connected to inputs and outputs of the LED stages; andswitch control circuitry configured to control the plurality of switches to selectively connect one or more of the LED stages to the first and second power lines to empower the LED stages with the AC power.2. The integrated circuit of claim 1 , wherein the switch control circuitry controls the plurality of switches to selectively connect at least two LED stages in series between the first and second power lines.3. The integrated circuit of claim 1 , wherein the switch control circuitry controls the plurality of switches to selectively connect at least two LED stages in parallel between the first and second power lines.4. The integrated circuit of claim 1 , wherein each LED stage comprises (i) an input connected to a first switch and a second switch claim 1 , wherein the first switch and second switches are configured to selectively connect the input of the LED stage to the first and second power lines claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , under control of the switch control circuitry and (ii) ...

SOLID-STATE LINE DISTURBANCE CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER

The invention relates to a novel approach for the protection of electrical circuits from ground faults and parallel and series arc faults in a fully solid-state circuit configuration. Solid-state circuits and methods of use are described that provide the key functions of low-voltage DC power supply, mains voltage and current sensing, fault detection processing and high voltage electronic switching. 1. A solid-state circuit interrupter for an AC electrical supply circuit that supplies power to a load circuit , having an applied voltage and an applied current , and controls the power upon detecting ground faults , and , parallel and series arc faults , in the load circuit , the circuit interrupter comprising:a. a solid-state AC-DC converter circuit providing low-voltage DC power to a fault detection circuit and a solid state sensing circuit,b. the solid-state sensing circuit comprising sensors that sense the waveforms of the applied voltage and applied current to the load circuit, and, develop proportional analog waveforms of the applied voltage and the applied current, and, i. a solid-state processor that processes the proportional analog waveforms, and upon at least one of: 1) detecting the presence of a ground fault in the load circuit and 2) detecting the presence of an arc fault in the load circuit, generates a fault output signal, and,', 'ii. a reset port that stops the fault output signal upon receiving a reset signal, and,, 'c. a fault processing circuit comprisingd. a solid-state bidirectional electronic switch circuit disposed between the AC electrical supply circuit and the load circuit, and, electrically isolated from the AC-DC converter circuit, the sensing circuits, and the processing circuit, the electronic switch having a control circuit connected to the fault output signal and a power output connected to the load, wherein the power output of the switch circuit has a voltage and a current.2. The circuit interrupter of wherein the switch circuit ...

HYBRID PEN DEVICE AND METHOD

A hybrid pen device and methods are described that include using active and passive technologies in a single hybrid pen. In implementations, the hybrid pen device includes an electronic pen assembly, including a pen body having a distal end and a proximal end, an electronic coil housed within the pen body in the proximal end, the electronic coil configured to be placed proximate to a touch screen device, an electronic switch housed within the pen body, the electronic switch configured to periodically activate a signal, and a battery electronically coupled to the electronic coil and the electronic switch. 1. A hybrid pen device , comprising: a pen body having a distal end and a proximal end,', 'an electronic coil housed within the pen body in the proximal end, where the proximal end is configured to be positioned proximate to a touch screen device during use of the hybrid pen device,', 'an electronic switch housed within the pen body, where the electronic switch is configured to periodically activate a signal, and', 'a charge storage device electronically coupled to the electronic coil and the electronic switch., 'an electronic pen assembly, including'}2. The hybrid pen device of claim 1 , wherein the electronic coil includes at least one of a conductor and an antenna.3. The hybrid pen device of claim 1 , wherein the electronic switch includes control circuitry.4. The hybrid pen device of claim 3 , wherein the control circuitry includes at least one of a processor and a memory.5. The hybrid pen device of claim 1 , wherein the charge storage device includes at least one of a battery or a capacitor.6. The hybrid pen device of claim 1 , wherein the charge storage device includes a rechargeable battery device.7. The hybrid pen device of claim 1 , wherein the charge storage device includes inductive charging capability.8. A process for using a hybrid pen device claim 1 , comprising:implementing an electronic signal using an electronic coil housed within a pen body, where ...

MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM INTEGRATOR

An element of a building automation system is described that comprises a multifunctional system integrator contained in a standard receptacle gang box for outlets. The system provides enhanced safety and security, power metering, power control, and home diagnostics. The module can include an AC to DC power supply, a bidirectional solid state dimmer switch, a microprocessor, a communications subsystem and sensors that are controlled by the internal microprocessor. The module includes a user interface for programming and control. The apparatus replaces existing outlet receptacles with a familiar flush but elegantly updated and seamlessly integrated faceplate. 1) An electrical controller module connected to an external building automation system and having input and output terminals inserted between an AC supply having an applied AC voltage and capable of providing an AC current to an AC load and an electrical duplex receptacle comprising a first unit receptacle having first and second supply terminals and a second unit receptacle having first and second supply terminals comprising:a) means of electrically connecting said controller input terminals to said AC supply, andb) means of electrically connecting said controller output terminals to said first and second supply terminals of first and second unit receptacles.2) The electrical controller module of further including means of communicating with said external building automation system.3) The electrical controller module of further including means of controlling the power delivered from the AC mains supply to AC loads attached to first and second receptacle units comprising:i) an AC to DC converter that supplies power to a DC load, andii) a solid-state bidirectional switch having an input connected to the AC mains supply and an output terminal connected to the AC loads, andiii) a microprocessor programmed to control the bidirectional switch.4) The electrical controller module of wherein the means of electrically ...

CAPACITIVE TOUCH PANEL HAVING DIELECTRIC STRUCTURES FORMED THEREIN

A capacitive touch panel that includes dielectric structures formed therein to modify capacitive coupling within the touch panel is disclosed. In one or more implementations, the capacitive touch panel includes elongated drive electrodes arranged next to one another and elongated sensor electrodes arranged one next to another across the elongated drive electrodes. The capacitive touch panel also includes a dielectric structure positioned over a sensor electrode to modify capacitive coupling within the capacitive touch panel. 1. A mutual capacitance touch panel comprising:a plurality of elongated drive electrodes arranged one next to another;a plurality of elongated sensor electrodes arranged one next to another across the plurality of elongated drive electrodes; andat least one dielectric structure disposed over at least one sensor electrode of the plurality of sensor electrodes.2. The mutual capacitance touch panel as recited in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of elongated drive electrodes and the plurality of sensor electrodes define a pixel at respective intersections of each drive electrode and each sensor electrode.3. The mutual capacitance touch panel as recited in claim 2 , wherein the at least one dielectric structure is disposed over the sensor electrode at the defined pixel.4. The mutual capacitance touch panel as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least one dielectric structure is disposed directly over the at least one sensor electrode.5. The mutual capacitance touch panel as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least one dielectric structure comprises a plurality of dielectric materials.6. The mutual capacitance touch panel as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least one dielectric structure comprises a single dielectric material.7. The mutual capacitance touch panel as recited in claim 1 , wherein the at least one dielectric structure comprises at least one dielectric material having a relative dielectric constant ranging from about twenty to about ...

PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS SYSTEM

The invention is a predictive analysis system. The predictive analysis system analyzes one or more sensed signals automatically to predict various sensor states, or otherwise generate one or more actionable predicted tasks. The system is comprised of one or more sensors and/or processors coupled to a network. Sensor signals may indicate safety or power conditions for urgent or emergency response, or device configuration such as a locked door or turned on coffee pot. A sensor array is installable in residential or commercial structures to sense residential or building real-time conditions or embodied in vehicle or remote application accessible for mobile sensing. Further, the predictive analysis system uses sensor states to predict the needs of proximate individuals and delivers targeted advertisements according to the needs of the individuals. 1. A predictive analysis system comprising:one or more sensor that generates one or more sensor signals; anda processor that processes the sensor signal(s) automatically to analyze one or more predicted sensor state(s).2. The system of wherein the sensor and processor are integrated in a network for accessing a database.3. The system of wherein the sensor signal indicates a safety or power condition.4. The system of further comprising:a controller;wherein the controller reconfigures a device according to the predicted sensor state.5. The system of further comprising a user interface.6. The system of wherein the user interface receives the signal and displays the sensor's state.7. The system of wherein the user interface is mounted to a wall.8. The system of wherein the user interface is mounted into the wall via a standard gang box.9. The system of wherein the user interface is displayed on a mobile device.10. The system of wherein the sensor is placed inside a sensing chamber.11. The system of further comprising;a personal identifier; andwherein the predicted sensor state takes into account the presence of the personal ...

INTELLIGENT CIRCUIT BREAKERS WITH AIR-GAP AND SOLID-STATE SWITCHES

A circuit breaker comprises a solid-state switch, an air-gap electromagnetic switch, switch control circuitry, a zero-crossing detection circuit, and a current sensor. The solid-state and air-gap switches are connected in series in an electrical path between line input and load output terminals of the circuit breaker. The switch control circuitry controls the solid-state and air-gap switches. The zero-crossing detection circuit detects zero crossings of an AC power waveform on the electrical path. The current sensor senses current flow in the electrical path to detect a fault condition based on the sensed current flow. In response to a detected fault condition, the switch control circuitry generates control signals to place the solid-state switch into a switched-off state and place the air-gap switch into a switched-open state after the solid-state switch is placed into the switched-off state. The switch control circuitry utilizes zero-crossing detection signals output from the zero-crossing detection circuit to determine when to place the air-gap switch into the switched-open state. 1. A circuit breaker , comprising:a solid-state switch and an air-gap electromagnetic switch connected in series in an electrical path between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker;switch control circuitry configured to control operation of the solid-state switch and the air-gap electromagnetic switch;a zero-crossing detection circuit configured to detect zero crossings of an alternating current (AC) power waveform on the electrical path between the line input terminal and the load output terminal of the circuit breaker; anda current sensor configured to sense a current flowing in the electrical path between the line input terminal and the load output terminal, and detect a fault condition based on the sensed current flow;wherein in response to detecting a fault condition by the current sensor, the switch control circuitry is configured to generate ...

INTELLIGENT CIRCUIT BREAKERS WITH SOLID-STATE BIDIRECTIONAL SWITCHES

A circuit breaker comprises a solid-state bidirectional switch, a switch control circuit, current and voltage sensors, and a processor. The solid-state bidirectional switch is connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in a switched-on state and a switched-off state. The switch control circuit control operation of the bidirectional switch. The current sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in an electrical path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a current sense signal. The voltage sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of voltage on the electrical path and generate a voltage sense signal. The processor is configured to process the current and voltage sense signals to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker, a fault event, and power usage information of a load connected to the load output terminal. 1. A circuit breaker , comprising:a solid-state bidirectional switch serially connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in one of (i) a switched-on state and (ii) a switched-off state;a first switch control circuit configured to generate control signals to control operation of the solid-state bidirectional switch;a current sensor configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in an electrical path between the line input terminal and the load output terminal and generate a current sense signal;a voltage sensor configured to sense a magnitude of voltage at a point on the electrical path between the line input terminal and the load output terminal and generate a voltage sense signal; anda processor configured to receive and process the current sense signals and voltage sense signals to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker, to determine a fault event, and to determine power usage information of a load connected to the ...

INTELLIGENT CIRCUIT BREAKERS

A circuit breaker includes an electromechanical switch, a current sensor, a voltage sensor, and a processor. The electromechanical switch is serially connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in a switched-closed state or a switched-open state. The current sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in a path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a current sense signal. The voltage sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of voltage at a point on the path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a voltage sense signal. The processor is configured to receive and process the current sense signal and the voltage sense signal to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker and determine power usage information of a load connected to the load output terminal. 1. A circuit breaker , comprising:an electromechanical switch serially connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in one of (i) a switched-closed state and (ii) a switched-open state;a current sensor configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in an electrical path between the line input terminal and the load output terminal and generate a current sense signal;a voltage sensor configured to sense a magnitude of voltage at a point on the electrical path between the line input terminal and the load output terminal and generate a voltage sense signal; anda processor configured to receive and process the current sense signal and the voltage sense signal to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker and determine power usage information of a load connected to the load output terminal.2. The circuit breaker of claim 1 , further comprising a radio frequency transceiver coupled to the processor claim 1 , wherein radio frequency transceiver is configured to transmit ...

INTELLIGENT CIRCUIT BREAKERS WITH DETECTION CIRCUITRY CONFIGURED TO DETECT FAULT CONDITIONS

A circuit breaker includes a solid-state switch, a sense resistor, a current detection circuit, and a switch control circuit. The solid-state switch and sense resistor are connected in series in an electrical path between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker. The current detection circuit is configured to (i) sample a sense voltage that is generated across the sense resistor in response to load current flowing through the sense resistor, (ii) detect an over-current fault condition based on the sampled sense voltage, and (iii) output a fault detection signal in response to detecting the over-current fault condition. The switch control circuit is configured to control the solid-state switch, wherein the switch control circuit is configured to switch-off the solid-state switch in response to the fault detection signal output from the current detection circuit. 1. A circuit breaker , comprising:a solid-state switch and a sense resistor, which are connected in series in an electrical path between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker;a current detection circuit configured to (i) sample a sense voltage that is generated across the sense resistor in response to load current flowing through the sense resistor, (ii) detect an over-current fault condition based on the sampled sense voltage, and (iii) output a fault detection signal in response to detecting the over-current fault condition; anda switch control circuit configured to control the solid-state switch, wherein the switch control circuit is configured to switch-off the solid-state switch in response to the fault detection signal output from the current detection circuit.2. The circuit breaker of claim 1 , wherein the sense resistor comprises a power resistor with a resistance value on an order of about one milliohm.3. The circuit breaker of claim 1 , wherein the current detection circuit comprises:an input stage comprising a first comparator and a ...

Systems and Methods for Token Management in Augmented and Virtual Environments

Systems and techniques to apply NFT content to immersive environment generation within an NFT platform are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for rendering content. The method receives, from one or more sensory instruments, sensory input. The method processes the sensory input into a background source. The method receives a non-fungible token (NFT), wherein the NFT includes one or more character modeling elements. The method processes the one or more character modeling elements from the NFT into a character source. The method produces an immersive environment including features from the background source and features from the character source.

Artifact Origination and Content Tokenization

Devices can be configured to broadcast blocks incorporating artifact origination tokens. Devices can include network interfaces, memory; and processors. Processors can be configured to obtain artifact-to-time association elements. Artifact-to-time association elements can include artifact references and timestamps. Timestamps can include references to artifact references. Processors can be further configured to obtain artifact origination tokens. Artifact origination tokens can include artifact-to-time association element, certifier descriptors indicating certifier public keys, and/or certifier digital signatures. Certifier digital signatures can be generated based on certifier public keys and/or artifact-to-time association elements. Processors can be further configured to obtain ledger entries including artifact origination tokens with public keys, compute challenges based on ledger entries, and broadcast blocks incorporating the ledger entries. Blocks can be validated using cryptographic systems to obtain proof based challenges.

Solid-state line disturbance circuit interrupter

The invention relates to a novel approach for the protection of electrical circuits from ground faults and parallel and series arc faults in a fully solid-state circuit configuration. Solid-state circuits and methods of use are described that provide the key functions of low-voltage DC power supply, mains voltage and current sensing, fault detection processing and high voltage electronic switching.

Ac-driven light-emitting diode systems

AC-driven light-emitting diode systems and methods are provided for driving LED devices (e.g., LED lighting) using AC power. For example, an integrated circuit includes a first power line and a second power line configured for connection to AC power, and a plurality of LED stages, wherein each LED stage comprises multiple serially-connected LED devices, switches connected to inputs and outputs of the LED stages. The integrated circuit further includes switch control circuitry configured to control the switches to selectively connect one or more of the LED stages to the first and second power lines to empower the LED stages with the AC power.

High-resolution electric field sensor in cover glass

A fingerprint sensor is described that includes a thin protective cover layer on a sensor glass layer with receive circuitry between the thin protective cover layer and the sensor glass layer. In an implementation, a fingerprint sensor assembly includes a controller; a metal layer configured to be electrically coupled to the controller; a transmit layer electrically connected to the metal layer and the controller; a sensor glass layer, where the transmit layer is disposed on a first side of the sensor glass layer, and where the transmit layer is electrically coupled to the controller; a receive layer disposed on a second side of the sensor glass layer, where the receive layer is electrically coupled to the controller; and a protective cover layer disposed on the receive layer.

Multifunctional system integrator

An element of a building automation system is described that comprises a multifunctional system integrator contained in a standard receptacle gang box for outlets. The system provides enhanced safety and security, power metering, power control, and home diagnostics. The module can include an AC to DC power supply, a bidirectional solid state dimmer switch, a microprocessor, a communications subsystem and sensors that are controlled by the internal microprocessor. The module includes a user interface for programming and control. The apparatus replaces existing outlet receptacles with a familiar flush but elegantly updated and seamlessly integrated faceplate.

Capacitive touch panel having dielectric structures formed therein

Solid-state ground-fault circuit interrupter

Ground-fault circuit interrupter positioned between energy controlled supply circuit and load circuit which includes fault detection circuit that senses ground path current leakage to the load circuit, fault processing circuit that detects presence of fault and generates fault output signal when fault detected, and control circuit switch connected to fault processing signal output, wherein control circuit switch is opened by presence of fault output signal, thus isolating load circuit from supply circuit. Preferably fault processing circuit and control circuit are optically linked, such that when fault is detected, control circuit switch is opened by optical fault output signal, thus isolating load circuit from the supply circuit. Circuit interrupter may couple another circuit interrupter via power distribution control unit, optionally manageable remotely via automated control interface.

Systems and methods for transaction management in nft-directed environments

Systems and techniques to facilitate transaction management in NFT-directed environments within an NFT platform are illustrated. One embodiment embeds an anchor into an application for utilizing tokens, wherein the anchor includes a verifier and an identifier unique to the application. The method verifies, using the verifier of the anchor, that a token is compatible with the application. The method imports the token into the application. The method associates the anchor with a lock, wherein the lock governs access to content of the token. The method identifies a completed transaction that changes access rights associated with the token, wherein the transaction is identified using at least one of information included in the anchor and information included in the lock. The method transmits, to a party to the transaction, a lock value, wherein the lock value, when detected by the lock, allows the party to access the token.

Systems and Methods for Encrypting and Controlling Access to Encrypted Data Based Upon Immutable Ledgers

Systems and methods for automated blockchain-based recommendation generation, advertising and promotion in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are described. A user device in accordance with an embodiment of the invention includes: a network interface; memory; and a processor. In addition, the processor is configured to implement an execution environment that enables: initiation of transactions via an immutable ledger; recordation of events; updating a user profile, where the user profile comprises at least one characterization associated with the user profile; encrypting the updated user profile and securely storing the encrypted user profile; receiving a request to access the encrypted user profile from a process; determining access permissions of the process; and when the process has sufficient access permissions, decrypting the user profile and providing user profile data to the process.

Solid-state line disturbance circuit interrupter

The invention relates to a novel approach for the protection of electrical circuits from ground faults and parallel and series arc faults in a fully solid-state circuit configuration. Solid-state circuits and methods of use are described that provide the key functions of low-voltage DC power supply, mains voltage and current sensing, fault detection processing and high voltage electronic switching.

Systems and Method for Providing Security Against Deception and Abuse in Distributed and Tokenized Environments

Systems and methods for providing security in distributed and tokenized environments in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are described. A method for bridging between blockchains, includes: bridging an entry from a first blockchain to a second blockchain, where the entry is associated with an event; determining a classification of the entry, where the classification is one of confirmed, delayed, and blocked; performing an action based on the classification of the entry; where the action includes at least one action selected from a group including: determining the classification is confirmed and recording ( 130 ) on the second blockchain the entry and removing the entry from several entries, determining the classification is blocked and removing the entry from the several entries, and determining the classification is delayed and keeping the entry for an additional time period.

Systems and method for providing security against deception and abuse in distributed and tokenized environments

Systems and methods for providing security in distributed and tokenized environments in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are described. A method for bridging between blockchains, includes: bridging an entry from a first blockchain to a second blockchain, where the entry is associated with an event; determining a classification of the entry, where the classification is one of confirmed, delayed, and blocked; performing an action based on the classification of the entry; where the action includes at least one action selected from a group including: determining the classification is confirmed and recording (130) on the second blockchain the entry and removing the entry from several entries, determining the classification is blocked and removing the entry from the several entries, and determining the classification is delayed and keeping the entry for an additional time period.

Solid-state ground-fault circuit interrupter

Ground-fault circuit interrupter positioned between energy controlled supply circuit and load circuit which includes fault detection circuit that senses ground path current leakage to the load circuit, fault processing circuit that detects presence of fault and generates fault output signal when fault detected, and control circuit switch connected to fault processing signal output, wherein control circuit switch is opened by presence of fault output signal, thus isolating load circuit from supply circuit.

Partitioned Address Spaces in Blockchain Wallets

In various embodiments, systems and methods can provide improved security for blockchain wallets by partitioning addresses within the wallet according to roles that those addresses may perform. Addresses can be, in several embodiments, associated with the partitions. Addresses can be associated with partitions according to how the addresses are derived. Addresses can be derived from a master ley and/or an index variable. The index variable can vary according to partition. The master key can be common across the partitions. The partitions can have different access and/or use rights with respect to the digital assets stored in their respective addresses.

Systems and methods for token management in augmented and virtual environments

Systems and techniques to apply NFT content to immersive environment generation within an NFT platform are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for rendering content. The method receives, from one or more sensory instruments, sensory input. The method processes the sensory input into a background source. The method receives a non-fungible token (NFT), wherein the NFT includes one or more character modeling elements. The method processes the one or more character modeling elements from the NFT into a character source. The method produces an immersive environment including features from the background source and features from the character source.

Systems and methods for token creation and management

Systems and methods for token generation and management in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for minting tokens. The method includes steps for identifying a set of one or more input tokens, generating an output token based on the set of input tokens, and storing the output token to a ledger.

Cryptographically enabling characteristic assignment to identities with tokens, token validity assessments and state capture processes

In various embodiments a device can be configured to implement a distributed ledger capable of immutably recording state data to tokens. In an embodiment a device includes a network interface, memory, and a processor. The processor can be configured to obtain a token including an access policy. The access policy can include a set of access rights. The processor can be further configured to render the token description, receive a user input, and initiate an action based on the token description and the user input. The action can include accessing the content using the access policy. The processor can be further configured to generate a transaction record, and to broadcast the transaction record, the transaction record configured to be incorporated into a ledger entry. The ledger entry capable of being used to compute a challenge for securely adding the ledger entry to a distributed ledger using a cryptographic system.

Systems and Methods for Instant NFTs and Protection Structure, Detection of Malicious Code within Blockchain Smart Contracts, Tokens with Transfer Limitations, Mirror Tokens and Parallel Addresses, Smart Contract Risk Scoring Method, and Cross-Device Digital Rights Management

Non-fungible token (NFT) platforms in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are described. In an embodiment of the NFT platform includes generating an instant NFT that includes data, at least one record, and a first timestamp, where the instant NFT is privately maintained and not publicly accessible; determine a modification to the at least one record associated with the instant NFT to generate several records associated with the instant NFT, where the modification is indicative of a transaction associated with the instant NFT; protect the instant NFT and the modification to the at least one record associated with the instant NFT, where the modification to the at least one record is associated with a second timestamp; detect an indication to mint the instant NFT as an NFT; and mint the instant NFT as an NFT on a public blockchain.

Systems and methods for token management in augmented and virtual environments

Systems and techniques to apply NFT content to immersive environment generation within an NFT platform are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for rendering content. The method receives, from one or more sensory instruments, sensory input. The method processes the sensory input into a background source. The method receives a non-fungible token (NFT), wherein the NFT includes one or more character modeling elements. The method processes the one or more character modeling elements from the NFT into a character source. The method produces an immersive environment including features from the background source and features from the character source.

Solid-state line disturbance circuit interrupter

The invention relates to a method for protecting a load circuit from an arc fault, the load circuit having an AC electrical supply (101), the electrical supply having a voltage waveform, a current waveform and a power.

Systems and methods for automated blockchain based recommendation generation, advertising and promotion

Systems and methods for automated blockchain-based recommendation generation, advertising and promotion in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are described. A user device in accordance with an embodiment of the invention includes: a network interface; memory; and a processor. In addition, the processor is configured to implement an execution environment that enables: initiation of transactions via an immutable ledger; recordation of events; updating a user profile, where the user profile comprises at least one characterization associated with the user profile; encrypting the updated user profile and securely storing the encrypted user profile; receiving a request to access the encrypted user profile from a process; determining access permissions of the process; and when the process has sufficient access permissions, decrypting the user profile and providing user profile data to the process.

Systems and methods for token creation and management

Systems and methods for token generation and management in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for minting tokens. The method includes steps for identifying a set of one or more input tokens, generating an output token based on the set of input tokens, and storing the output token to a ledger.

Systems and Methods for Instant NFTs and Protection Structure, Detection of Malicious Code within Blockchain Smart Contracts, Tokens with Transfer Limitations, Mirror Tokens and Parallel Addresses, Smart Contract Risk Scoring Method, and Cross-Device Digital Rights Management

Non-fungible token (NFT) platforms in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are described. In an embodiment of the NFT platform includes generating an instant NFT that includes data, at least one record, and a first timestamp, where the instant NFT is privately maintained and not publicly accessible; determine a modification to the at least one record associated with the instant NFT to generate several records associated with the instant NFT, where the modification is indicative of a transaction associated with the instant NFT; protect the instant NFT and the modification to the at least one record associated with the instant NFT, where the modification to the at least one record is associated with a second timestamp; detect an indication to mint the instant NFT as an NFT; and mint the instant NFT as an NFT on a public blockchain.

Solid-state ground-fault circuit interrupter

Systems and method for providing security against deception and abuse in distributed and tokenized environments

Systems and methods for providing security in distributed and tokenized environments in accordance with various embodiments of the invention are described. A method for bridging between blockchains, includes: bridging an entry from a first blockchain to a second blockchain, where the entry is associated with an event; determining a classification of the entry, where the classification is one of confirmed, delayed, and blocked; performing an action based on the classification of the entry; where the action includes at least one action selected from a group including: determining the classification is confirmed and recording (130) on the second blockchain the entry and removing the entry from several entries, determining the classification is blocked and removing the entry from the several entries, and determining the classification is delayed and keeping the entry for an additional time period.

Systems and Methods for Facilitating Interactions between Tokens and Digital Wallets

Systems and techniques to facilitate content access within an NFT platform are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for verifying user identity. The method associates a biometric identifier of a user with: a token; and a cryptographic key, wherein the cryptographic key is associated with a set of access rights to the token. The method obtains, from a sensor, biometric data, wherein the biometric data corresponds to the user. The method verifies whether the biometric data matches the biometric identifier. When the biometric data matches the biometric identifier beyond a pre-determined threshold: the method obtains access to at least part of the cryptographic key; and accesses the token. Access is performed: using the cryptographic key, and according to the set of access rights.

Intelligent circuit breakers with solid-state bidirectional switches

A circuit breaker comprises a solid-state bidirectional switch, a switch control circuit, current and voltage sensors, and a processor. The solid-state bidirectional switch is connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in a switched-on state and a switched-off state. The switch control circuit control operation of the bidirectional switch. The current sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in an electrical path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a current sense signal. The voltage sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of voltage on the electrical path and generate a voltage sense signal. The processor is configured to process the current and voltage sense signals to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker, a fault event, and power usage information of a load connected to the load output terminal.

Distributed ledgers with ledger entries containing redactable payloads

The ability to write illegal information or rights holder information into an immutable public ledger is problematic for society. Similarly, the inability to selectively cause funds transfers to be undone currently gives rise to significant abuses. In various embodiments, a processor, can be configured to obtain a ledger entry associated with a distributed ledger. The ledger entry can comprise an assertion authentication value and a reference. Data can be requested based on the reference. When the data is not available, an assertion can be obtained, a result can be generated and then compared, when the result and the assertion authentication value match, a challenge can be computed using a cryptographic system, wherein the challenge is based on the ledger entry. A block that incorporates the ledger entry can be broadcast to securely add the block to the distributed ledger.

Solid-state line disturbance circuit interrupter

The invention relates to a method for protecting a load circuit from an arc fault, the load circuit having an AC electrical supply (101), the electrical supply having a voltage waveform, a current waveform and a power.

Systems and methods for reporting token interactions

Systems and techniques to report token-related events within an NFT platform are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for facilitating use of digital wallets including initiating, in a digital wallet, a view disclosing characterizations of content on a user interface; generating, within the view, one or more partitions; wherein each partition corresponds to a content classification and a set of access rights; and moving one or more icons into a first partition of the one or more partitions; wherein each icon corresponds to a token.

Solid-state line disturbance circuit interrupter

Intelligent circuit breakers

A circuit breaker includes an electromechanical switch, a current sensor, a voltage sensor, and a processor. The electromechanical switch is serially connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in a switched-closed state or a switched-open state. The current sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in a path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a current sense signal. The voltage sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of voltage at a point on the path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a voltage sense signal. The processor is configured to receive and process the current sense signal and the voltage sense signal to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker and determine power usage information of a load connected to the load output terminal.

Intelligent circuit breakers

A circuit breaker includes an electromechanical switch, a current sensor, a voltage sensor, and a processor. The electromechanical switch is serially connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in a switched-closed state or a switched-open state. The current sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in a path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a current sense signal. The voltage sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of voltage at a point on the path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a voltage sense signal. The processor is configured to receive and process the current sense signal and the voltage sense signal to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker and determine power usage information of a load connected to the load output terminal.

Methods for conditional transaction tokens, secure sharing of token assets, wallet spam protection, and user interfaces for acceptance of terms

Devices can be configured to implement distributed ledgers capable of immutably recording a first set of data and a second set of data of an item, wherein the second set of data is made available by satisfaction of a condition. Such devices can include network interfaces, memory and processors. The processors can be configured to obtain a conditional item. The conditional item includes a first set of data that is available. The conditional item can further include a second set of data that is unavailable. The processor can be further configured to determine whether a condition is satisfied, and when the condition is satisfied perform an evolution to the conditional item.

Intelligent circuit breakers with solid-state bidirectional switches

A circuit breaker comprises a solid-state bidirectional switch, a switch control circuit, current and voltage sensors, and a processor. The solid-state bidirectional switch is connected between a line input terminal and a load output terminal of the circuit breaker, and configured to be placed in a switched-on state and a switched-off state. The switch control circuit control operation of the bidirectional switch. The current sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of current flowing in an electrical path between the line input and load output terminals and generate a current sense signal. The voltage sensor is configured to sense a magnitude of voltage on the electrical path and generate a voltage sense signal. The processor is configured to process the current and voltage sense signals to determine operational status information of the circuit breaker, a fault event, and power usage information of a load connected to the load output terminal.

Multi-factor authentication sensor for providing improved identification

A mobile device configured to authenticate a user, an authentication system, and method for use of the mobile device and authentication system are described that include a biometric sensor, a touchscreen sensor, and/or a fingerprint sensor, where the biometric sensor, the touchscreen sensor, and/or the fingerprint sensor are coupled to a controller configured to authenticate a computing device user. In implementations, the mobile device that employs example techniques in accordance with the present disclosure includes an authentication device, including a biometric sensor configured to receive biometric information from the user; and a fingerprint sensor configured to receive fingerprint information from the user; and a controller configured to authenticate the user, where the authentication device, including the biometric sensor and the fingerprint sensor, is coupled to the controller.