Stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus having a double sided prism film comprising cylindrical lenses and non-contiguous prisms

A stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display module includes a liquid crystal display panel and a directional backlight positioned to provide light to the liquid crystal display panel. A double sided prism film is disposed between the liquid crystal display panel and the directional backlight. The prism film includes a first surface having a series of cylindrical lenses adjacent the liquid crystal display panel and a second surface, opposite the first surface, having a series of non-contiguous prisms adjacent the directional backlight. Each of the non-contiguous prisms is separated from adjacent prisms by a transmissive flat portion or an opaque portion.

ILLUMINATION ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

An illumination assembly including a thermally conductive substrate, a patterned conductive layer proximate a major surface of the thermally conductive substrate, a dielectric layer positioned between the patterned conductive layer and the major surface of the substrate, and at least one LED including a post that is attached to the thermally conductive substrate such that at least a portion of the post is embedded in the thermally conductive substrate is disclosed. The at least one LED can be thermally connected to the thermally conductive substrate through the post and electrically connected to the patterned conductive layer. The dielectric layer can be reflective. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

LED ARRAY SYSTEMS

A light emitting diode (LED) array comprises an array of LEDs mounted to a substrate. The LEDs emit light in a direction generally perpendicular to the substrate. An optical sheet is disposed over the LEDs. At least a portion of light entering one side of the optical sheet from the LEDs is guided within the optical sheet in a direction generally parallel to the substrate. Light extraction features direct light from the optical sheet in a generally forward direction. Such an array is useful for several applications, including space lighting, direct information display and backlighting of liquid crystal displays. The light spreading effect of the optical sheet reduces the amount of black space between LED pixels. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

TORQUE TRANSMITTING DEVICE ACTUATION SYSTEM USING A PIEZOELECTRIC PUMP

A hydraulic control system for actuating a torque transmitting device in a transmission includes a sump for receiving a hydraulic fluid and a piezoelectric pump for pumping the hydraulic fluid from the sump to the torque transmitting device. A first fluid flow path communicates the hydraulic fluid from the sump to the piezoelectric pump and a second fluid flow path communicates the hydraulic fluid from the piezoelectric pump to the torque transmitting device. An exhaust means selectively communicates the hydraulic fluid from the torque transmitting device to the sump.

ILLUMINATION SYSTEM USING A PLURALITY OF LIGHT SOURCES

An illumination system includes a plurality of radiation generating sources, such as LED dies. A corresponding plurality of optical waveguides is also provided, with each waveguide having a first and a second end, with each first end being in optical communication with the corresponding LED die. An array of corresponding passive optical elements is interposed between the plurality of LED dies and the corresponding first ends of the plurality of optical waveguides. The illumination system provides for substantially high light coupling efficiency and an incoherent light output that can appear to the human observer as arising from a single point of light. In addition, the light can be output remotely at one or more locations and in one or more directions.

Stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus with slatted light guide

A scanning backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide formed from a plurality of segments. Each segment has a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and a first surface extending between the first and second sides and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface substantially re-directs light and the second surface substantially transmits light. The plurality of segments are arranged substantially in parallel and with the second surfaces transmitting light in substantially the same direction to provide backlighting for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display. A first light source is disposed along the first side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the first side, and a second light source is disposed along the second side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the second side. Each segment first and second light source is selectively turned on and off in ...

ILLUMINATION ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

An illumination assembly including a thermally conductive substrate, a patterned conductive layer proximate a major surface of the thermally conductive substrate, a dielectric layer positioned between the patterned conductive layer and the major surface of the substrate, and at least one LED including a post that is attached to the major surface of the thermally conductive substrate is disclosed. The at least one LED can be thermally connected to the thermally conductive substrate through the post and electrically connected to the patterned conductive layer. The dielectric layer can be reflective. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Reversible gerotor pump

A reversible gerotor pump for a machine having a drive shaft is provided, the pump including a housing, an offset ring, and an inner and outer gear. The offset ring is disposed in the housing and includes a tab extending radially from an outer periphery. The outer periphery of the offset ring defines a first axis in common with the axis of a drive shaft. The inner periphery of the offset ring defines a second axis that is slightly offset from the second axis. The axis of the outer gear moves relative to the axis of the inner gear to allow pumping action in both rotational directions using the same suction and line cavities for both directions.

Dual drive pump system using an engine starter motor

A dual drive pump system for rear wheel or front wheel drive automatic transmission in a motor vehicle includes a dual drive pump disposed off-axis of the transmission input shaft axis and driven by a gear train driven by a hub. The dual drive pump is also driven by a gear train driven by an engine starter motor. Torque multiplication through the gear train allows the dual drive pump to have a smaller displacement while still providing the hydraulic pressure needs of the transmission. The dual drive pump may be driven by either an engine or the engine starter motor depending on the operating conditions of the motor vehicle.

Brazed aluminum turbine for an automotive transmission and method thereof

The invention provides a high-strength stamped aluminum brazed turbine for use in an automotive transmission torque converter, and a method therefor. The method includes stamping aluminum inner and outer shells each having a plurality of slots, and stamping a plurality of aluminum turbine blades having tabs. The tabs of the turbine blades are inserted into the slots of the inner and outer shell, and the tabs are bent to attach the turbine blades to the inner and outer shell. The turbine blades are brazed to the inner and outer shell with a silicon material, thereby forming a turbine of sufficient strength to operate in the powerflow path of an automotive transmission using transmission oil as its working fluid.

STEREOSCOPIC 3D LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY APPARATUS WITH STRUCTURED LIGHT GUIDE SURFACE

A stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a liquid crystal display panel, a backlight positioned to provide light to the liquid crystal display panel, and a double sided prism film disposed between the liquid crystal display panel and the backlight. The backlight includes a light guide having a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and having a first surface extending between the first and second sides and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface substantially re-directs light and the second surface substantially transmits light. A plurality of first light sources is arranged along the first side of the light guide for transmitting light into the light guide from the first side. A plurality of second light sources is arranged along the second side of the light guide for transmitting light into the light guide from the second side. The second surface includes a regular array of linear prism or lenticular features. A double sided prism ...

LED illumination assembly with compliant foil construction

An illumination assembly includes a compliant substrate comprising a first and second electrically conductive foil separated by an electrically insulating layer. The insulating layer includes a polymer material loaded with particles that enhance thermal conductivity of the insulating layer. A plurality of LED dies are disposed on the first conductive foil.

ON-DEMAND HYDRAULIC PUMP FOR A TRANSMISSION AND METHOD OF OPERATION

A fixed displacement binary pump is provided for a powertrain on a vehicle. A hydraulic system is operatively connected with first and second discharge ports of the pump and is operable to alternately permit fluid flow through both discharge ports (i.e., full displacement or volumetric output of the pump) or permit flow through only the first discharge port (i.e., partial displacement or volumetric output of the pump). The pump may be packaged in a front support of the transmission. An auxiliary pump may be provided that is operable to supplement the output of the binary pump or to be used when the binary pump is off. A method of operating the binary pump and auxiliary pump is provided.

Illumination system using a plurality of light sources

An illumination system includes a plurality of radiation generating sources, such as LED dies. A corresponding plurality of optical waveguides is also provided, with each waveguide having a first and a second end, with each first end being in optical communication with the corresponding LED die. An array of corresponding passive optical elements is interposed between the plurality of LED dies and the corresponding first ends of the plurality of optical waveguides. The illumination system provides for substantially high light coupling efficiency and an incoherent light output that can appear to the human observer as arising from a single point of light. In addition, the light can be output remotely at one or more locations and in one or more directions.

Method and apparatus for attaching a transmission filter to a pump

A filter and pump include complementary engagement features such that the filter is inserted into the pump and thereafter rotated approximately 90 degrees to engage a twistlock feature. In this manner, filter attachment is maintained without additional fasteners, spring clips, clamping plates, etc.

AUXILIARY PUMP SYSTEM FOR HYBRID POWERTRAINS

An auxiliary pump system for a hybrid powertrain includes a hydraulic accumulator, a hydraulic transformer, a plurality of control devices, a sump, and a plurality of fluid flow paths. The accumulator is charged by a high flow, high pressure hydraulic fluid by opening a first of the control devices and closing a second of the control devices. The accumulator is discharged by closing the first of the control devices and opening the second of the control devices. A high pressure, low flow hydraulic fluid is communicated from the accumulator to the hydraulic transformer. The hydraulic transformer converts the high pressure, low flow hydraulic fluid into a high flow, low pressure hydraulic fluid that is employed by systems within the hybrid powertrain.

BACKLIGHT ASYMMETRIC LIGHT INPUT WEDGE

A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

Dual clutch engine coupling damper

A dual clutch engine coupling damper includes a slipping ECCC clutch in series with a plurality of damper springs, and a bypass clutch in parallel with the damper springs. The ECCC is adapted for use when the vehicle engine is running and the bypass clutch is adapted for use when the vehicle engine is being started. The dual clutch engine coupling damper incorporates a single pressure plate design adapted to actuate both the ECCC clutch and the bypass clutch. The single pressure plate design is compact and minimizes axial space requirements for the apparatus. Additionally, the components of the present invention are primarily stamped parts which may be produced in an inexpensive and efficient manner.

PHOSPHOR BASED ILLUMINATION SYSTEM HAVING A PLURALITY OF LIGHT GUIDES AND A DISPLAY USING SAME

An illumination system (1300) including a light source (1320), light guides (1312) coupled to the light source (1312), each including an input surface (1316) and an output surface (1314), emissive material (1340) positioned to receive light from at least one light guide, and a first interference reflector (1332) positioned between the emissive material (1340) and the output surfaces (1314) of the light guides is disclosed. The light source (1320) emits light having a first optical characteristic. The emissive material (1340) emits light having a second optical characteristic when illuminated with light having the first optical characteristic. The first interference reflector (1330) substantially transmits light having the first optical characteristic and substantially reflects light having the second optical characteristic. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

DUAL DRIVE PUMP SYSTEM USING AN ENGINE STARTER MOTOR

A dual drive pump system for rear wheel or front wheel drive automatic transmission in a motor vehicle includes a dual drive pump disposed off-axis of the transmission input shaft axis and driven by a gear train driven by a hub. The dual drive pump is also driven by a gear train driven by an engine starter motor. Torque multiplication through the gear train allows the dual drive pump to have a smaller displacement while still providing the hydraulic pressure needs of the transmission. The dual drive pump may be driven by either an engine or the engine starter motor depending on the operating conditions of the motor vehicle. 1. A powertrain for a vehicle , the powertrain comprising:a first prime mover having a first drive shaft coupled for rotation with the first prime mover;a second prime mover having a second drive shaft coupled for rotation with the second prime mover, wherein the second drive shaft is parallel with and offset from the first drive shaft; anda hydraulic pump including a rotor that defines an axis of rotation that is parallel with and spaced apart from the first drive shaft and the second drive shaft, wherein the rotor is selectively interconnected with each of the first drive shaft and the second drive shaft for transferring torque between the rotor and at least one of the first prime mover and the second prime mover.2. The powertrain of further including a first gear set including a first gear disposed on the first drive shaft and a second gear connected for rotation with the rotor of the hydraulic pump and meshed with the first gear.3. The powertrain of further including a first one-way clutch connected between the first drive shaft and the first gear of the first gear set for allowing relative rotation between the rotor of the pump and the first drive shaft when second prime mover is driving the rotor and for transferring torque from the first drive shaft to the first gear set and the rotor when the first prime mover is driving the rotor.4. The ...

Autostereoscopic liquid crystal display apparatus

A display apparatus includes an autosteroscopic liquid crystal display panel having a frame response time of less than 10 milliseconds, and a backlight positioned to provide light to the autosteroscopic liquid crystal display. The backlight includes a right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source capable of being modulated between the right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source at a rate of at least 90 Hertz.

Transmission pump and filter

The filter housing has a filter outlet portion with a central filter outlet passage. The outlet portion includes a terminal end portion defining a filter nozzle. The filter nozzle forms a nozzle passage between the filter nozzle and the pump housing. The nozzle passage communicates with an annular recess formed in the filter outlet portion. The annular recess receives return bypassed hydraulic fluid from a regulator valve for distribution into an inlet stream of fluid flowing through the filter outlet passage. The inlet stream velocity is increased which increases the pressure at the pump inlet. The increased pressure at the pump inlet allows the pump to operate at higher speeds without cavitation.

ILLUMINATION ASSEMBLY

An illumination assembly includes a substrate having an electrically insulative layer on a first side of the substrate and an electrically conductive layer on a second side of the substrate. A plurality of LED dies is disposed on the substrate. Each LED die is disposed in a via extending through the electrically insulative layer on the first side of the substrate to the electrically conductive layer on the second side of the substrate. Each LED die is operatively connected through the via to the electrically conductive layer. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Hydraulic circuit for a power transmission device

A hydraulic fluid circuit for a power transmission device includes a first hydraulic circuit segment fluidly decoupled from a second hydraulic circuit segment. A hydraulic pump includes a first fluidic pumping element and a second fluidic pumping element. The first fluidic pumping element fluidly communicates with the first hydraulic circuit segment. The second fluidic pumping element fluidly communicates with the second hydraulic circuit segment. The first fluidic pumping element is controllable to a first pump operating point to achieve a preferred high fluidic flow rate in the first hydraulic circuit segment. The second fluidic pumping element is controllable to a second pump operating point to achieve a preferred high fluidic pressure in the second hydraulic circuit segment.

Dual transmission filter design

A method and apparatus for a compact dual transmission filter design is provided. More precisely, a single filter housing is adapted to accommodate a primary filter and an auxiliary filter in fluid communication with a primary pump and auxiliary pump, respectively. The single filter housing having two filters disposed therein is more compact than a conventional design incorporating a separate filter housing for each filter.

Microreplicated film for autostereoscopic displays

An optical light redirecting film that can be made by microreplication, and that is suitable for use in an autostereoscopic backlight or display, includes opposed first and second structured surfaces. The first structured surface includes lenticular features and the second structured surface includes prismatic features. In some cases, at least a first prismatic feature has a first prism optical axis that is tilted relative to a thickness axis of the film perpendicular to the film plane. In some cases, at least a first lenticular feature has a first lenticular optical axis that is tilted relative to the thickness axis. In some cases, the film may have a central film caliper (thickness) at a central portion of the film and an edge film caliper at a first edge portion of the film, the central film caliper being greater than the edge film caliper.

BACKLIGHT MODULES FOR AUTOSTEREOSCOPIC 3D DISPLAY DEVICES AND SCANNING BACKLIGHTS FOR LCD DEVICES

Backlights for display devices, in particular scanning backlights for autostereoscopic 3D display devices. The backlights can include light rods, slats, or segments, arranged in parallel and used for light extraction from light sources such as a light emitting diodes. The light sources can be individually addressed and controlled in order to synchronize backlighting of right and left images to generate a corresponding 3D image. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

Auxiliary pump system for hybrid powertrains

An auxiliary pump system for a hybrid powertrain includes a hydraulic accumulator, a hydraulic transformer, a plurality of control devices, a sump, and a plurality of fluid flow paths. The accumulator is charged by a high flow, high pressure hydraulic fluid by opening a first of the control devices and closing a second of the control devices. The accumulator is discharged by closing the first of the control devices and opening the second of the control devices. A high pressure, low flow hydraulic fluid is communicated from the accumulator to the hydraulic transformer. The hydraulic transformer converts the high pressure, low flow hydraulic fluid into a high flow, low pressure hydraulic fluid that is employed by systems within the hybrid powertrain.

Hydraulic system for a transmission with pump inlet diffuser

A hydraulic system for a transmission has a diffuser housing with a fluid inlet passage that feeds one or more pump inlet ports, and a fluid return passage, such as to return fluid from a pressure regulator valve, that is in fluid communication with the fluid inlet passage. The hydraulic system also has a filter housing with a filter outlet portion that is in fluid communication with the fluid inlet passage upstream of the pump inlet port(s). The fluid return passage is downstream of the filter outlet portion. Thus, flow through the fluid return passage can create suction, causing increased flow through the filter outlet portion, such as from a fluid sump. Specifically, the diffuser housing is configured so that the fluid inlet passage has a converging portion downstream of the filter outlet portion and a diverging portion downstream of the converging portion.

Torque transmitting device actuation system using a piezoelectric pump

A hydraulic control system for actuating a torque transmitting device in a transmission includes a sump for receiving a hydraulic fluid and a piezoelectric pump for pumping the hydraulic fluid from the sump to the torque transmitting device. A first fluid flow path communicates the hydraulic fluid from the sump to the piezoelectric pump and a second fluid flow path communicates the hydraulic fluid from the piezoelectric pump to the torque transmitting device. An exhaust means selectively communicates the hydraulic fluid from the torque transmitting device to the sump.

Auxiliary pump system for hybrid powertrains

An auxiliary pump system for a hybrid powertrain includes a hydraulic accumulator, a hydraulic transformer, a plurality of control devices, a sump, and a plurality of fluid flow paths. The accumulator is charged by a high flow, high pressure hydraulic fluid by opening a first of the control devices and closing a second of the control devices. The accumulator is discharged by closing the first of the control devices and opening the second of the control devices. A high pressure, low flow hydraulic fluid is communicated from the accumulator to the hydraulic transformer. The hydraulic transformer converts the high pressure, low flow hydraulic fluid into a high flow, low pressure hydraulic fluid that is employed by systems within the hybrid powertrain.

DUAL DRIVE PUMP SYSTEM WITH ONE WAY CLUTCHES

A dual drive pump system for rear wheel or front wheel drive automatic transmission in a motor vehicle includes a dual drive pump disposed off-axis of the transmission input shaft axis and driven by a gear train driven by a hub. The dual drive pump is also driven by a gear train driven by an auxiliary motor. Torque multiplication through the gear train allows the dual drive pump to have a smaller displacement while still providing the hydraulic pressure needs of the transmission. Each gear train is connected to the dual drive pump via back-to-back one way clutches (OWC). The dual drive pump may be driven by either an engine or the auxiliary motor depending on the operating conditions of the motor vehicle.

PHOSPHOR BASED ILLUMINATION SYSTEM HAVING A PLURALITY OF LIGHT GUIDES AND A DISPLAY USING SAME

An illumination system including a light source, light guides coupled to the light source, each including an input surface and an output surface, emissive material positioned to receive light from at least one light guide, and an interference reflector positioned such that the emissive material is between the output surfaces of the light guides and the interference reflector is disclosed. The light source emits light having a first optical characteristic. The emissive material emits light having a second optical characteristic when illuminated with light having the first optical characteristic. The interference reflector substantially transmits light having the second optical characteristic and substantially reflects light having the first optical characteristic.

STEREOSCOPIC 3D LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY APPARATUS WITH SCANNING BACKLIGHT

A scanning backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide having a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and having a first surface extending between the first and second sides and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface substantially re-directs light and the second surface substantially transmits light. A plurality of first light sources are arranged along the first side of the light guide for transmitting light into the light guide from the first side and a plurality of second light sources are arranged along the second side of the light guide for transmitting light into the light guide from the second side. The first light sources are divided into a plurality of first groups and the second light sources are divided into a plurality of second groups, each first group having a corresponding and opposing second group, and the first groups and second groups are selectively turned on and off in a particular pattern ...

Illumination assembly using circuitized strips

An illumination assembly includes a heat dissipating member having a plurality of circuitized strips disposed thereon a spaced relationship. Each circuitized strip includes an electrically insulative substrate having at least one circuit trace on a first side of the substrate and an electrically and thermally conductive layer on a second side of the substrate, such that the at least one circuit trace is electrically insulated from the second side of the substrate. The circuitized strips have a plurality of vias extending from the first side to the second side of the substrate. A plurality of LEDs are disposed in the plurality of vias, such that each LEDs is disposed on the electrically and thermally conductive layer on the second side of the substrate and electrically connected to the at least one circuit trace on the first side of the substrate.

High angle rear projection system

A system for projecting content at an angle to a rear projection screen. The system includes a projector configured for projecting changeable electronic content and a rear projection screen for receiving the projected content at an angle and displaying the projected content. The rear projection screen includes a turning film having prisms facing toward or away from the projector. For prisms facing toward the projector, a protective film covers the turning film. When the projected content is displayed on the rear projection screen, the content has a substantially uniform appearance.

ILLUMINATION ASSEMBLY WITH ENHANCED THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY

Illumination assemblies include a substrate having a first and second electrically conductive layer separated by an electrically insulating layer. The insulating layer includes a polymer material loaded with thermally conductive particles. At least a portion of the thermally conductive particles simultaneously contact both the first and second electrically conductive layers. A plurality of light sources such as LEDs or other miniature light sources are preferably disposed on the first conductive layer. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

Torque transmitting device actuation system using a piezoelectric pump

ILLUMINATION SYSTEM USING A PLURALITY OF LIGHT SOURCES

An illumination system (100) includes a plurality of LED dies (104). A corresponding plurality of optical waveguides (122) is also provided, with each waveguide having a first and second end, with each first end being in optical communication with the corresponding LED die. An array of corresponding passive optical elements (120) is interposed between the plurality of LED dies and the corresponding first ends of the plurality of optical waveguides. The illumination system provides for substantially high light coupling efficiency and an incoherent light output that can appear to the human observer as arising from a single point of light. In addition, the light can be output at one or more locations and in one or more directions. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Phosphor based illumination system having a plurality of light guides and a display using same

An illumination system including a light source, light guides coupled to the light source, each including an input surface and an output surface, emissive material positioned to receive light from at least one light guide, and an interference reflector positioned such that the emissive material is between the output surfaces of the light guides and the interference reflector is disclosed. The light source emits light having a first optical characteristic. The emissive material emits light having a second optical characteristic when illuminated with light having the first optical characteristic. The interference reflector substantially transmits light having the second optical characteristic and substantially reflects light having the first optical characteristic.

STEREOSCOPIC 3D LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY APPARATUS WITH SLATTED LIGHT GUIDE

A scanning backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide formed from a plurality of segments. Each segment has a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and a first surface extending between the first and second sides and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface substantially re-directs light and the second surface substantially transmits light. The plurality of segments are arranged substantially in parallel and with the second surfaces transmitting light in substantially the same direction to provide backlighting for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display. A first light source is disposed along the first side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the first side, and a second light source is disposed along the second side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the second side. Each segment first and second light source is selectively turned on and off in ...

Illumination device having viscoelastic lightguide

An illumination device, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The illumination device includes a viscoelastic lightguide optically coupled to a light source, and a nanovoided polymeric layer is used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic lightguide may be a pressure sensitive adhesive.

Hybrid self illuminated and actively back lit signage for printed graphics

Hybrid signage capable of self illumination and having an active backlight. The signage includes a turning film having a structured surface for redirecting light in order to passively illuminate a printed graphic or shaped sign when the backlight is off. In the shaped sign, the shape provides the content, such as letters, to be conveyed to the viewer instead of a graphic. The signage can be actively illuminated when the backlight is on to supplemental the passive illumination.

Vehicle launch device having fluid coupling

A method of controlling an automatic shifting power transmission having a fluid coupling device, at least one reaction clutch disposed in series with the fluid coupling device, and an electric machine disposed in series with the fluid coupling device and the at least one reaction clutch includes energizing the electric machine to provide additional torque to the first gear reaction clutch when the automatic shifting power transmission is in a first gear launch maneuver and partially engaging the at least one reaction clutch corresponding to a first gear engagement to effect the first gear launch maneuver when engine load is at or above a predetermined value. The at least one reaction clutch corresponding to the first gear engagement is fully engaged when engine load is below the predetermined value.

BACKLIGHT ASYMMETRIC LIGHT INPUT WEDGE

A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.

Stretched film for stereoscopic 3D display

A stereoscopic 3D display with stretched film. The display includes a liquid crystal display panel, drive electronics configured to drive the liquid crystal display panel with alternating left eye and right eye images, and a light guide and a backlight positioned to provide light to the liquid crystal display. A frame is positioned between the liquid crystal display panel and the light guide, and a 3D film is stretched over the frame.

Stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus with slatted light guide

A scanning backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide formed from a plurality of segments. Each segment has a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and a first surface extending between the first and second sides and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface substantially re-directs light and the second surface substantially transmits light. The plurality of segments are arranged substantially in parallel and with the second surfaces transmitting light in substantially the same direction to provide backlighting for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display. A first light source is disposed along the first side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the first side, and a second light source is disposed along the second side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the second side. Each segment first and second light source is selectively turned on and off in ...

Backlight asymmetric light input wedge

A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.

METHODS OF REDUCING PERCEIVED IMAGE CROSSTALK IN A MULTIVIEW DISPLAY

Methods of reducing perceived image crosstalk in a multiview display. One method includes providing an image stream to a display having a horizontal dimension that extends from a first side of the display to an opposing second side of the display. The image stream includes a temporal sequence of images where at least a first image view and then a second image view are displayed on the display in a time sequential manner. The temporal sequence of images are conditioned before being displayed in order to reduce perceived displayed image crosstalk between the first and second image views. The conditioning includes modifying a color intensity of at least selected pixels along the horizontal dimension based on a non-constant crosstalk correction function for the horizontal dimension.

FLUID COUPLING

A fluid coupling is provided having a housing, an input member, a pump assembly, and a turbine assembly. The pump assembly includes a pump portion disposed opposite a turbine portion of the turbine assembly. The turbine assembly further includes a damper assembly having a plurality of springs disposed radially between the turbine portion and a transmission input shaft. 1. A fluid coupling for transferring torque from an engine to a transmission , the fluid coupling comprising:a housing;an input member fixedly connected for common rotation with a flywheel of the engine;a pump assembly connected for common rotation with the input member, the pump assembly including a pump member and a plurality of pump blades, and wherein the pump member is rotatably supported by the housing and includes a pump portion in which is disposed the plurality of pump blades, anda turbine assembly including a turbine member, a plurality of turbine blades, a damper assembly, and an annular hub member, and wherein the hub member is fixed for common rotation with the input shaft of the transmission, the turbine member is rotatably supported by the hub member, and the turbine member includes a turbine portion in which is disposed the plurality of turbine blades; andwherein the pump portion and the turbine portion are disposed at the outer periphery of the pump assembly and turbine assembly, respectively, and the plurality of springs are disposed radially between the turbine portion and the hub member.2. The fluid coupling of wherein the input member has a plate portion and an edge portion claim 1 , and the pump member has a plate portion and an edge portion claim 1 , and wherein the edge portion of the input member is disposed on the outer periphery of the plate portion claim 1 , the edge portion of the pump member is disposed on the outer periphery of the plate portion claim 1 , the edge portion of the input member is extended axially rearward from the plate portion claim 1 , the edge portion ...

LED ILLUMINATION ASSEMBLY WITH COMPLIANT FOIL CONSTRUCTION

An illumination assembly includes a compliant substrate comprising a first and second electrically conductive foil separated by an electrically insulating layer. The insulating layer includes a polymer material loaded with particles that enhance thermal conductivity of the insulating layer. A plurality of LED dies are disposed on the first conductive foil. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

HYBRID SELF ILLUMINATED AND ACTIVELY BACK LIT SIGNAGE FOR PRINTED GRAPHICS

Hybrid signage capable of self illumination and having an active backlight. The signage includes a turning film having a structured surface for redirecting light in order to passively illuminate a printed graphic or shaped sign when the backlight is off. In the shaped sign, the shape provides the content, such as letters, to be conveyed to the viewer instead of a graphic. The signage can be actively illuminated when the backlight is on to supplemental the passive illumination. 1. A hybrid back lit sign , comprising:a turning film having a first structured surface for redirecting light and a second surface opposite the first surface;a diffuser on the second surface of the turning film and providing for diffusion in at least a first direction;a graphic on a side of the diffuser opposite the turning film; andan active backlight for actively backlighting the sign,wherein the turning film directs light via the first structured surface from behind the sign toward a viewer of the graphic in order to passively illuminate the sign when the active backlight is off.2. The sign of claim 1 , further comprising an over-laminate securing the sign to a display surface.3. A hybrid front lit sign claim 1 , comprising:a diffuser for providing diffusion in at least one direction;a graphic on the diffuser;a turning film having a first structured surface for redirecting light and a second surface opposite the first surface, wherein the turning film is on a side of the graphic opposite the diffuser and the first structured surface faces the graphic;a reflector on the second surface of the turning film; andan active backlight for actively backlighting the sign,wherein the turning film directs light via the first structured surface from in front of the sign toward a viewer of the graphic in order to passively illuminate the sign when the active backlight is off.4. The sign of claim 3 , further comprising an over-laminate securing the sign to a display surface.5. A hybrid front lit sign ...

PROJECTION SYSTEM HAVING A PHYSICAL MASK

A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a physical mask. 1. A rear projection-type system comprising:a rear projection screen having a non-quadrilateral shape;a projector configured to project an image onto the rear projection area; and,a physical mask comprising a border area substantially corresponding to the shape of the rear projection screen, to define a light transmissive area through which the projected image is configured to pass, wherein the physical mask substantially blocks portions of projected image that are not within the projection area.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physical mask border is opaque.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physical mask border is substantially non-light transmissive.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the shape is that of a silhouetted human.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the shape includes at least one edge having a curvature.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the projected image is configured to be projected onto substantially the entire rear projection screen.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the rear projection screen is borderless.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the physical mask border comprises a reflective material.9. The system of claim 2 , wherein the light transmissive area comprises a light transmissive substrate.10. The system of claim 9 , wherein the light transmissive substrate comprises a visually transparent polymer.11. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a virtual mask superimposed on the image, the virtual mask comprising a main image area defining the shape, and wherein the virtual mask substantially blocks portions of the image outside of the main ...

LED illumination assembly with compliant foil construction

An illumination assembly includes a compliant substrate comprising a first and second electrically conductive foil separated by an electrically insulating layer. The insulating layer includes a polymer material loaded with particles that enhance thermal conductivity of the insulating layer. A plurality of LED dies are disposed on the first conductive foil.

LED array systems

A light emitting diode (LED) array comprises an array of LEDs mounted to a substrate. The LEDs emit light in a direction generally perpendicular to the substrate. An optical sheet is disposed over the LEDs. At least a portion of light entering one side of the optical sheet from the LEDs is guided within the optical sheet in a direction generally parallel to the substrate. Light extraction features direct light from the optical sheet in a generally forward direction. Such an array is useful for several applications, including space lighting, direct information display and backlighting of liquid crystal displays. The light spreading effect of the optical sheet reduces the amount of black space between LED pixels.

Directional Backlight with Reduced Crosstalk

A backlight suitable for use in an autostereoscopic display includes a light guide and a first and second light source assembly. The light guide has opposed first and second major surfaces, and opposed first and second side surfaces. The first and second light source assemblies are disposed to inject visible light into the light guide through the first and second side surfaces, respectively. Substantially all of the first side surface highly transmits a second light portion out of the light guide into air, the second light portion originating from the second light source assembly, and substantially all of the second side surface highly transmits a first light portion in a corresponding fashion. One or more first non-emitting surfaces of the first light source assembly are disposed at least partially between two light-emitting surfaces of the first light source assembly, and are adapted to substantially absorb visible light to reduce crosstalk.

Illumination system using a plurality of light sources

An illumination system includes a plurality of radiation generating sources, such as LED dies. A corresponding plurality of optical waveguides is also provided, with each waveguide having a first and a second end, with each first end being in optical communication with the corresponding LED die. An array of corresponding passive optical elements is interposed between the plurality of LED dies and the corresponding first ends of the plurality of optical waveguides. The illumination system provides for substantially high light coupling efficiency and an incoherent light output that can appear to the human observer as arising from a single point of light. In addition, the light can be output remotely at one or more locations and in one or more directions.

Hydraulic circuit for a power transmission device

A hydraulic fluid circuit for a power transmission device includes a first hydraulic circuit segment fluidly decoupled from a second hydraulic circuit segment. A hydraulic pump includes a first fluidic pumping element and a second fluidic pumping element. The first fluidic pumping element fluidly communicates with the first hydraulic circuit segment. The second fluidic pumping element fluidly communicates with the second hydraulic circuit segment. The first fluidic pumping element is controllable to a first pump operating point to achieve a preferred high fluidic flow rate in the first hydraulic circuit segment. The second fluidic pumping element is controllable to a second pump operating point to achieve a preferred high fluidic pressure in the second hydraulic circuit segment.

High efficiency fixed displacement vane pump

A vane pump for an automatic transmission includes a housing which may be spaced from the axis of the transmission input shaft axis and driven by a chain or gear train driven by the torque converter hub or disposed on and about the axis of the transmission input shaft and driven at engine speed. The vane pump includes a pair of port plates which reside on the end faces of a pump body having a cylindrical chamber which receives an eccentrically disposed rotor that is coupled to a stub shaft. The rotor includes two halves that define a central chamber. The rotor also includes a plurality of radial slots which receive a like plurality of vanes. The outer ends of the vanes are in contact with the wall of the cylindrical chamber and the inner ends are in contact with a single vane ring received within the central chamber.

Scanning Backlight with Slatless Light Guide

A backlight includes a light guide and a first and second light source adapted for independent operation and arranged to inject a first and second light beam, respectively, into the light guide through different portions of the light injection surface. Each light source includes a lamp and a concave reflector to partially collimate light from the lamp. One major surface of the light guide includes prismatic structures that are parallel to a first axis. Another major surface of the light guide includes lenticular structures that are parallel to each other but perpendicular to the prismatic structures. The lenticular structures limit spatial spreading for light that remains in the light guide. Each light source cooperates with the light guide to provide light that is substantially laterally confined to a transverse band of the light guide, even though the light guide contains no gaps that define slats to accomplish such confinement.

VEHICLE LAUNCH DEVICE HAVING FLUID COUPLING

A method of controlling an automatic shifting power transmission having a fluid coupling device, at least one reaction clutch disposed in series with the fluid coupling device, and an electric machine disposed in series with the fluid coupling device and the at least one reaction clutch includes partially engaging the at least one reaction clutch corresponding to a first gear engagement to effect a first gear launch maneuver when engine load is at or above a predetermined value. Next the electric machine is energized to provide additional torque to the first gear reaction clutch when the automatic shifting power transmission is in the first gear launch maneuver. The at least one reaction clutch corresponding to the first gear engagement is fully engaged when engine load is below the predetermined value.

Dual pump assembly

The apparatus of the present invention provides a compact dual-pump assembly for an automotive transmission. The dual-pump assembly preferably includes a housing having a valve assembly mounted thereto. The valve assembly includes a shuttle valve disposed in fluid communication with a pressure regulating valve. An on-axis pump is mounted to the housing in fluid communication with the shuttle valve and the pressure regulating valve. An off-axis pump in fluid communication with the shuttle valve is mounted to the housing in close proximity to the on-axis pump such that the dual-pump assembly is compact.

Methods of reducing perceived image crosstalk in a multiview display

Methods of reducing perceived image crosstalk in a multiview display. One method includes providing an image stream to a display having a horizontal dimension that extends from a first side of the display to an opposing second side of the display. The image stream includes a temporal sequence of images where at least a first image view and then a second image view are displayed on the display in a time sequential manner. The temporal sequence of images are conditioned before being displayed in order to reduce perceived displayed image crosstalk between the first and second image views. The conditioning includes modifying a color intensity of at least selected pixels along the horizontal dimension based on a non-constant crosstalk correction function for the horizontal dimension.

Dual drive pump system with one way clutches

A dual drive pump system for rear wheel or front wheel drive automatic transmission in a motor vehicle includes a dual drive pump disposed off-axis of the transmission input shaft axis and driven by a gear train driven by a hub. The dual drive pump is also driven by a gear train driven by an auxiliary motor. Torque multiplication through the gear train allows the dual drive pump to have a smaller displacement while still providing the hydraulic pressure needs of the transmission. Each gear train is connected to the dual drive pump via back-to-back one way clutches (OWC). The dual drive pump may be driven by either an engine or the auxiliary motor depending on the operating conditions of the motor vehicle.

Led array systems

A light emitting diode (LED) array comprises an array of LEDs mounted to a substrate. The LEDs emit light in a direction generally perpendicular to the substrate. An optical sheet is disposed over the LEDs. At least a portion of light entering one side of the optical sheet from the LEDs is guided within the optical sheet in a direction generally parallel to the substrate. Light extraction features direct light from the optical sheet in a generally forward direction. Such an array is useful for several applications, including space lighting, direct information display and backlighting of liquid crystal displays. The light spreading effect of the optical sheet reduces the amount of black space between LED pixels.

ILLUMINATION ASSEMBLY USING CIRCUITIZED STRIPS

An illumination assembly includes a heat dissipating member having a plurality of circuitized strips disposed thereon a spaced relationship. Each circuitized strip includes an electrically insulative substrate having at least one circuit trace on a first side of the substrate and an electrically and thermally conductive layer on a second side of the substrate, such that the at least one circuit trace is electrically insulated from the second side of the substrate. The circuitized strips have a plurality of vias extending from the first side to the second side of the substrate. A plurality of LEDs are disposed in the plurality of vias, such that each LEDs is disposed on the electrically and thermally conductive layer on the second side of the substrate and electrically connected to the at least one circuit trace on the first side of the substrate. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

LED ILLUMINATION ASSEMBLY WITH COMPLIANT FOIL CONSTRUCTION

An illumination assembly includes a compliant substrate comprising a first and second electrically conductive foil separated by an electrically insulating layer. The insulating layer includes a polymer material loaded with particles that enhance thermal conductivity of the insulating layer. A plurality of LED dies are disposed on the first conductive foil.

Vehicle launch device having fluid coupling and electric machine

An automatic shifting power transmission includes a hydrodynamic fluid drive device, a first reaction clutch disposed in series with the hydrodynamic fluid drive device, a variable capacity clutch disposed in parallel with the hydrodynamic fluid drive device, and an electric machine disposed in series with the hydrodynamic fluid drive device and the first reaction clutch. A method of controlling the automatic transmission includes slipping the first reaction clutch corresponding to a first gear engagement to affect a first gear launch maneuver when engine load is at or above a first predetermined value. The method includes the steps of fully engaging the first reaction clutch corresponding to the first gear engagement when engine load is below the first predetermined value, slipping the variable capacity clutch corresponding to the first gear engagement when engine load is below a second predetermined value, fully engaging a second reaction clutch corresponding to the appropriate gear engagement ...

PHOSPHOR BASED ILLUMINATION SYSTEM HAVING A PLURALITY OF LIGHT GUIDES AND A DISPLAY USING SAME

An illumination system including a light source, light guides coupled to the light source, each including an input surface and an output surface, emissive material positioned to receive light from at least one light guide, and an interference reflector positioned such that the emissive material is between the output surfaces of the light guides and the interference reflector is disclosed. The light source emits light having a first optical characteristic. The emissive material emits light having a second optical characteristic when illuminated with light having the first optical characteristic. The interference reflector substantially transmits light having the second optical characteristic and substantially reflects light having the first optical characteristic. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Backlight asymmetric light input wedge

A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.

High efficiency fixed displacement vane pump including a compression spring

A vane pump for an automatic transmission includes a housing which may be spaced from the axis of the transmission input shaft axis and driven by a chain or gear train driven by the torque converter hub or disposed on and about the axis of the transmission input shaft and driven at engine speed. The vane pump includes a pair of port plates which reside on the end faces of a pump body having a cylindrical chamber which receives an eccentrically disposed rotor that is coupled to a stub shaft in an off-axis arrangement. The rotor includes a plurality of radial slots which receive a like plurality of vanes. The outer ends or edges of the vanes are in contact with the wall of the cylindrical chamber and the inner ends or edges are in contact with a pair of vane rings received within recesses in the ends of the rotor. The vanes are thus constrained between the wall of the chamber and the vane rings which positively determine their radial positions as they and the rotor rotate. Suitable inlet ...

Hydrostatic hydraulic hybrid system

A hybrid drive system in a vehicle includes a prime mover, a starting device connected to the prime mover, and a transmission having a transmission input shaft connected to the starting device. A pump/motor is functionally interconnected between the starting device and the transmission. A first accumulator is in fluid communication with the motor/pump for storing a hydraulic fluid under pressure and a second accumulator is in fluid communication with the pump/motor for storing hydraulic fluid discharged from the first accumulator. Discharge of the first accumulator drives the pump/motor to provide a drive torque to the transmission input shaft and to provide a drive torque to the prime mover for starting the prime mover.

Light emitting diode encapsulation shape control

A semiconductor optical device is encapsulated by disposing the semiconductor optical device in a cavity defined by a cavity wall. The cavity wall is coated with a coating material having a first surface energy. An encapsulant having a second surface energy is introduced into the cavity adjacent to the light emitting semiconductor. The encapsulant is solidified to form an outer surface having a shape that is a function of the first surface energy and the second surface energy.

LED array systems

A light emitting diode (LED) array comprises an array of LEDs mounted to a substrate. The LEDs emit light in a direction generally perpendicular to the substrate. An optical sheet is disposed over the LEDs. At least a portion of light entering one side of the optical sheet from the LEDs is guided within the optical sheet in a direction generally parallel to the substrate. Light extraction features direct light from the optical sheet in a generally forward direction. Such an array is useful for several applications, including space lighting, direct information display and backlighting of liquid crystal displays. The light spreading effect of the optical sheet reduces the amount of black space between LED pixels.

Dual pump assembly

The apparatus of the present invention provides a compact dual-pump assembly for an automotive transmission. The dual-pump assembly preferably includes a housing having a valve assembly mounted thereto. The valve assembly includes a shuttle valve disposed in fluid communication with a pressure regulating valve. An on-axis pump is mounted to the housing in fluid communication with the shuttle valve and the pressure regulating valve. An off-axis pump in fluid communication with the shuttle valve is mounted to the housing in close proximity to the on-axis pump such that the dual-pump assembly is compact.

IMAGE PROCESSING

Systems, apparatuses, methods, and computer program products perform image processing in an environment in which depth information and color data of a scene including a player and a background are received from a capture device, and in which an image of the player combined with video data is output. 1. A method for performing image processing , the method comprising:performing, by a processor, the steps of:receiving depth information of a scene and color data of the scene from a capture device, wherein the scene includes a player and a background;applying a noise reduction filter to the color data;applying an image enhancing color transform to the color data;generating a player mask from the depth information;blurring the edges of the player mask; andoutputting an image of the player using the color data and depth information, wherein the image of the player is combined with video data, and wherein the image of the player is composited with the video data using the blurred mask as an alpha channel.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the noise reduction filter is a hybrid median filter.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the noise reduction filter is a bilateral filter.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising interpolating between the color data and filtered color data resulting from applying the noise reduction filter claim 1 , wherein the interpolation comprises the steps of:detecting edges in the scene using an edge detection filter, and storing the detected edges as an original edge image;blurring a copy of the edge image;interpolating between the original edge image and blurred edge image using the original edge image as a mask.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein sharp edges are minimally blurred claim 4 , non-edge areas are maximally blurred claim 4 , and areas with intermediate sharpness are partially blurred.6. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising: storing the position of the pixel as p and color ...

Backlight wedge with encapsulated light source

A backlight may include a light guide and a light input. The light guide may have a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input may include a diverging wedge having a narrow end and opposing side surfaces extending to the narrow end. A light source well may be formed in the light input, and a light source may be disposed within the light source well. An encapsulant may be disposed about the light source, within the light source well. A specularly reflective film or layer may be disposed adjacent to but not in intimate contact with the opposing side surfaces and may reflect more than 80% of visible light incident on the multilayer polymeric mirror film.

EMBEDDED STEREOSCOPIC 3D DISPLAY AND 2D DISPLAY FILM STACK

An LCD device with 3D and 2D sections. The device includes an LCD panel, a light guide with a backlight, and an embedded 3D-2D film stack positioned between the LCD panel and the light guide. The 3D and 2D sections provide for simultaneously viewing visual content in 3D and 2D formats. The device can also include a frame providing a barrier between the 3D and 2D sections and can include other features to enhance the display.

Torque transfer mechanism and method for controlling in a vehicle launch operation

A powertrain for a vehicle is provided having an engine, a transmission, a torque transfer mechanism, a hydraulic fluid circuit, and a transmission control module. The torque transfer mechanism includes a hydraulic fluid pump and is drivingly connected to an output member of the engine and an output member of the torque transfer mechanism is drivingly connected to the input member of the transmission. The hydraulic fluid circuit has a hydraulic valve in communication with the first fluid port of the hydraulic fluid pump. The transmission control module include a control logic for operating the powertrain during a vehicle launch event.

Backlight asymmetric light input wedge

A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.

Dual input clutch transmission and method for reducing axial space of dual input clutch transmission

A dual-input clutch transmission is provided having a torque converter with a rotatable hub, the transmission comprising a transmission pump having internal fluid channels and a rotor set which is drivingly connected to the hub, and a dual-input clutch in fluid communication with the transmission pump through the fluid channels. The pump and torque converter are positioned along a common axis of rotation, the pump circumscribing the torque converter hub to reduce axial space. The dual-input clutch is mounted to the transmission pump housing for structural support. A method is also provided for reducing axial space within a dual-input clutch transmission having a torque converter, including providing an on-axis transmission pump with a housing and rotor set, providing a torque converter with a rotatable hub which is drivingly connected to the rotor set for powering of the transmission pump, and mounting the dual-input clutch to the pump housing for support.

DUAL INPUT CLUTCH TRANSMISSION WITH TORQUE CONVERTER PUMP DRIVE

A dual-input clutch transmission is provided having a torque converter with a rotatable hub, the transmission comprising a transmission pump having internal fluid channels and a rotor set which is drivingly connected to the hub, and a dual-input clutch in fluid communication with the transmission pump through the fluid channels. The pump and torque converter are positioned along a common axis of rotation, the pump circumscribing the torque converter hub to reduce axial space. The dual-input clutch is mounted to the transmission pump housing for structural support. A method is also provided for reducing axial space within a dual-input clutch transmission having a torque converter, including providing an on-axis transmission pump with a housing and rotor set, providing a torque converter with a rotatable hub which is drivingly connected to the rotor set for powering of the transmission pump, and mounting the dual-input clutch to the pump housing for support.

Vehicle launch device having fluid coupling and electric machine

The invention relates to a vehicle launch device having fluid coupling and electric machine. An automatic shifting power transmission includes a hydrodynamic fluid drive device, a first reaction clutch disposed in series with the hydrodynamic fluid drive device, a variable capacity clutch disposed in parallel with the hydrodynamic fluid drive device, and an electric machine disposed in series with the hydrodynamic fluid drive device and the first reaction clutch. A method of controlling the automatic transmission includes slipping the first reaction clutch corresponding to a first gear engagement to affect a first gear launch maneuver when engine load is at or above a first predetermined value. The method includes the steps of fully engaging the first reaction clutch corresponding to the first gear engagement when engine load is below the first predetermined value, slipping the variable capacity clutch corresponding to the first gear engagement when engine load is below a second predetermined ...

HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT FOR A POWER TRANSMISSION DEVICE

A hydraulic fluid circuit for a power transmission device includes a first hydraulic circuit segment fluidly decoupled from a second hydraulic circuit segment. A hydraulic pump includes a first fluidic pumping element and a second fluidic pumping element. The first fluidic pumping element fluidly communicates with the first hydraulic circuit segment. The second fluidic pumping element fluidly communicates with the second hydraulic circuit segment. The first fluidic pumping element is controllable to a first pump operating point to achieve a preferred high fluidic flow rate in the first hydraulic circuit segment. The second fluidic pumping element is controllable to a second pump operating point to achieve a preferred high fluidic pressure in the second hydraulic circuit segment.

Illumination assembly with enhanced thermal conductivity

Illumination assemblies include a substrate having a first and second electrically conductive layer separated by an electrically insulating layer. The insulating layer includes a polymer material loaded with thermally conductive particles. At least a portion of the thermally conductive particles simultaneously contact both the first and second electrically conductive layers. A plurality of light sources such as LEDs or other miniature light sources are preferably disposed on the first conductive layer.

DUAL DRIVE PUMP SYSTEM

A dual drive pump system for rear wheel or front wheel drive automatic transmission in a motor vehicle includes a dual drive pump disposed off-axis of the transmission input shaft axis and driven by a gear train driven by a hub. The dual drive pump is also driven by a gear train driven by an auxiliary motor. Torque multiplication through the gear train allows the dual drive pump to have a smaller displacement while still providing the hydraulic pressure needs of the transmission. The dual drive pump may be driven by either an engine or the auxiliary motor depending on the operating conditions of the motor vehicle. 1. A device for a front wheel drive transmission in a vehicle , the device comprising:a first prime mover;a first drive shaft rotatable by the first prime mover;a second prime mover;a second drive shaft rotatable by the second prime mover; anda hydraulic pump having a rotor that defines an axis of rotation that is parallel with and spaced apart from at least one of the first drive shaft and the second drive shaft, wherein the rotor is selectively engaged with each of the first drive shaft and the second drive shaft for transferring torque between the rotor and at least one of the first prime mover and the second prime mover.2. The device of wherein the second drive shaft is coaxial with the first drive shaft.3. The device of further comprising a first gear set including a first gear disposed on the first drive shaft and a second gear connected for rotation with the rotor of the hydraulic pump and intermeshed with the first gear of the first gear set.4. The device of further comprising a second gear set including a first gear disposed on the second drive shaft and a second gear connected for rotation with the rotor of the hydraulic pump and intermeshed with the first gear of the second gear set.5. The device of further comprising a first one-way clutch connected between the first prime mover and the rotor of the pump for allowing free relative rotation ...

Phosphor Based Illumination System Having a Plurality of Light Guides and a Display Using Same

An illumination system including a light source, light guides coupled to the light source, each including an input surface and an output surface, emissive material positioned to receive light from at least one light guide, and a first interference reflector positioned between the emissive material and the output surfaces of the light guides is disclosed. The light source emits light having a first optical characteristic. The emissive material emits light having a second optical characteristic when illuminated with light having the first optical characteristic. The first interference reflector substantially transmits light having the first optical characteristic and substantially reflects light having the second optical characteristic.

Stretched film for stereoscopic 3d display

A stereoscopic 3D display with stretched film. The display includes a liquid crystal display panel, drive electronics configured to drive the liquid crystal display panel with alternating left eye and right eye images, and a light guide and a backlight positioned to provide light to the liquid crystal display. A frame is positioned between the liquid crystal display panel and the light guide, and a 3D film is stretched over the frame.

Embedded stereoscopic 3D display and 2D display film stack

An LCD device with 3D and 2D sections. The device includes an LCD panel, a light guide with a backlight, and an embedded 3D-2D film stack positioned between the LCD panel and the light guide. The 3D and 2D sections provide for simultaneously viewing visual content in 3D and 2D formats. The device can also include a frame providing a barrier between the 3D and 2D sections and can include other features to enhance the display.

Hydraulic system for a transmission with a pump inlet diffuser

The present invention relates to a hydraulic system for a transmission with a pump inlet diffuser. The hydraulic system for a transmission has a diffuser housing with a fluid inlet passage that feeds one or more pump inlet ports, and a fluid return passage, such as to return fluid from a pressure regulator valve, that is in fluid communication with the fluid inlet passage. The hydraulic system also has a filter housing with a filter outlet portion that is in fluid communication with the fluid inlet passage upstream of the pump inlet port(s). The fluid return passage is downstream of the filter outlet portion. Thus, flow through the fluid return passage can create suction, causing increased flow through the filter outlet portion, such as from a fluid sump. Specifically, the diffuser housing is configured so that the fluid inlet passage has a converging portion downstream of the filter outlet portion and a diverging portion downstream of the converging portion.

Illumination device having viscoelastic lightguide

An illumination device, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The illumination device includes a viscoelastic lightguide optically coupled to a light source, and a nanovoided polymeric layer is used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic lightguide may be a pressure sensitive adhesive.

Backlight wedge with side mounted light source

A backlight may include a light guide and a light input. The light guide may have a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input may include a diverging wedge having a narrow end and opposing side surfaces extending to the narrow end. A light source may be disposed adjacent to one of the opposing side surfaces and may emit light into the light input portion. A multilayer polymeric mirror film may be disposed adjacent to the opposing side surfaces but not in intimate contact therewith and may reflect more than 95% of visible light incident on the multilayer polymeric mirror film.

Method and apparatus for attaching a transmission filter to a pump

A method and apparatus for attaching a transmission filter to a pump is provided. The filter and pump include complimentary engagement features such that the filter is inserted into the pump and thereafter rotated approximately 90 degrees to engage a twistlock feature. In this manner, filter attachment is maintained without additional fasteners, spring clips, clamping plates, etc., thereby reducing material cost.

Illumination assembly using circuitized strips

An illumination assembly includes a heat dissipating member having a plurality of circuitized strips disposed thereon a spaced relationship. Each circuitized strip includes an electrically insulative substrate having at least one circuit trace on a first side of the substrate and an electrically and thermally conductive layer on a second side of the substrate, such that the at least one circuit trace is electrically insulated from the second side of the substrate. The circuitized strips have a plurality of vias extending from the first side to the second side of the substrate. A plurality of LEDs are disposed in the plurality of vias, such that each LEDs is disposed on the electrically and thermally conductive layer on the second side of the substrate and electrically connected to the at least one circuit trace on the first side of the substrate.

AUDIO-VIDEO COMPOSITING AND EFFECTS

Systems, apparatuses, methods, and computer program products perform image and audio processing in a real-time environment, in which an overlay alpha-channel video is composited onto a camera stream received from a capture device, and in which an audio stream from a capture device is mixed with audio data are output to a storage file. 1. A method comprising the steps of:recording and compositing a first video track of an overlay alpha video and a second video track of a video stream and an audio track; andplaying back the first and second video tracks and the audio track in real-time.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first and second video tracks is processed with real-time visual effects.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the audio track is processed with real-time audio effects.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of resizing a video stream and placing the resized video stream into a container region.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein regions of a user's face are composited into the scene individually.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:combining the individual recordings into a single final recording; andsending the single final recording to another user.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the camera video is saved without compositing of the overlay alpha video claim 1 , and wherein the final compositing is performed at a later time claim 1 , and wherein the result is written to a single video file.8. A system for performing image processing claim 1 , the system comprising at least one processor claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to:record and composite a first video track of an overlay alpha video and a second video track of a video stream and an audio track; andplay back the first and second video tracks and the audio track in real-time.9. The system of claim 8 , wherein at least one of the first and second video tracks is processed with real-time visual effects.10. The system of claim 8 , ...

Scanning backlight with slatless light guide

A backlight includes a light guide and a first and second light source adapted for independent operation and arranged to inject a first and second light beam, respectively, into the light guide through different portions of the light injection surface. Each light source includes a lamp and a concave reflector to partially collimate light from the lamp. One major surface of the light guide includes prismatic structures that are parallel to a first axis. Another major surface of the light guide includes lenticular structures that are parallel to each other but perpendicular to the prismatic structures. The lenticular structures limit spatial spreading for light that remains in the light guide. Each light source cooperates with the light guide to provide light that is substantially laterally confined to a transverse band of the light guide, even though the light guide contains no gaps that define slats to accomplish such confinement.

Microreplicated film for attachment to autostereoscopic display components

Microreplicated light redirecting films suitable for use in autostereoscopic displays and backlights are made to incorporate at least one nanovoided layer whose interface with another layer forms an embedded structured surface of the light redirecting film. The nanovoided layer includes a polymer binder and optional nanoparticles, and may have a refractive index less than 1.35 or 1.3. The light redirecting films may be adapted for attachment to one or more other components of an autostereoscopic display, such as a display panel and/or a light guide of a backlight.

Films enabling autostereoscopy

A stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display module includes a liquid crystal display panel and a directional backlight positioned to provide light to the liquid crystal display panel. A double sided prism film is disposed between the liquid crystal display panel and the directional backlight. The prism film includes a first surface having a series of cylindrical lenses adjacent the liquid crystal display panel and a second surface, opposite the first surface, having a series of non-contiguous prisms adjacent the directional backlight. Each of the non-contiguous prisms is separated from adjacent prisms by a transmissive flat portion or an opaque portion.

BACKLIGHT WEDGE WITH ENCAPSULATED LIGHT SOURCE

A backlight may include a light guide and a light input. The light guide may have a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input may include a diverging wedge having a narrow end and opposing side surfaces extending to the narrow end. A light source well may be formed in the light input, and a light source may be disposed within the light source well. An encapsulant may be disposed about the light source, within the light source well. A specularly reflective film or layer may be disposed adjacent to but not in intimate contact with the opposing side surfaces and may reflect more than 80% of visible light incident on the multilayer polymeric mirror film.

Illumination system using a plurality of light sources

An illumination system includes a plurality of radiation generating sources, such as LED dies. A corresponding plurality of optical waveguides is also provided, with each waveguide having a first and a second end, with each first end being in optical communication with the corresponding LED die. An array of corresponding passive optical elements is interposed between the plurality of LED dies and the corresponding first ends of the plurality of optical waveguides. The illumination system provides for substantially high light coupling efficiency and an incoherent light output that can appear to the human observer as arising from a single point of light. In addition, the light can be output remotely at one or more locations and in one or more directions.

BACKLIGHT ASYMMETRIC LIGHT INPUT WEDGE

A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces. 1. An illumination assembly , comprising:an asymmetric diverging wedge defined by a narrow end surface and a wide end surface, and opposing side surfaces that are not parallel and extend between the narrow end and the wide end;a solid state light source extending into the asymmetric diverging wedge at the narrow end surface, the solid state light source emitting light into the narrow end surface of the diverging wedge;a light guide optically coupled to the wide end surface, the light guide having a light reflection surface and a light emission surface, and one of the opposing side surfaces being co-planar from the narrow end surface to the wide end surface with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface; anda reflective layer disposed parallel with and adjacent to or on each of the opposing side surfaces,wherein the diverging wedge and the light guide form a unitary body, andwherein the light emission surface functions as a luminaire.2. The illumination assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a reflective layer on the light reflection surface claim 1 , wherein the reflective layer includes a plurality of light extraction elements.3. The illumination assembly of claim 1 , wherein the solid state light source comprises a light emitting diode.4. The illumination assembly ...

Lubrication system and method configured for supplying pressurized oil to an engine

A lubrication system includes a rotary pump, an eductor, and a solenoid valve and is configured to provide pressurized oil to an engine. The rotary pump is configured to generate oil flow. A supplemental supply line selectively provides pressurized oil into the eductor. The solenoid valve is movable between a first position and a second position. The solenoid valve supplies a fluid signal that allows pressurized oil to flow from the supplemental supply line and into the eductor when the solenoid valve is in the first position to increase the volume of oil flowing from a sump of the engine into the rotary pump. When the solenoid valve does not supply a fluid signal, pressurized oil is prevented from entering the eductor and the volume of oil flowing from the sump and through the eductor to the rotary pump is not increased.

Autostereoscropic liquid crystal display apparatus

A display apparatus includes an autosteroscopic liquid crystal display panel having a frame response time of less than 10 milliseconds, and a backlight positioned to provide light to the autosteroscopic liquid crystal display. The backlight includes a right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source capable of being modulated between the right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source at a rate of at least 90 Hertz.

Hydrostatic hydraulic hybrid system

A hybrid drive system in a vehicle includes a prime mover, a starting device connected to the prime mover, and a transmission having a transmission input shaft connected to the starting device. A pump/motor is functionally interconnected between the starting device and the transmission. A first accumulator is in fluid communication with the motor/pump for storing a hydraulic fluid under pressure and a second accumulator is in fluid communication with the pump/motor for storing hydraulic fluid discharged from the first accumulator. Discharge of the first accumulator drives the pump/motor to provide a drive torque to the transmission input shaft and to provide a drive torque to the prime mover for starting the prime mover.

TORQUE TRANSFER MECHANISM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING IN A VEHICLE LAUNCH OPERATION

A powertrain for a vehicle is provided having an engine, a transmission, a torque transfer mechanism, a hydraulic fluid circuit, and a transmission control module. The torque transfer mechanism includes a hydraulic fluid pump and is drivingly connected to an output member of the engine and an output member of the torque transfer mechanism is drivingly connected to the input member of the transmission. The hydraulic fluid circuit has a hydraulic valve in communication with the first fluid port of the hydraulic fluid pump. The transmission control module include a control logic for operating the powertrain during a vehicle launch event. 1. A powertrain for a vehicle , the powertrain comprising:an engine having a throttle valve and an output member;a transmission having an input member and at least a first set of gears corresponding to a first gear ratio;a torque transfer mechanism including a hydraulic fluid pump, an input member, and an output member, wherein the hydraulic fluid pump includes a first fluid port and a second fluid port, the input member of the torque transfer mechanism is drivingly connected to the output member of the engine, and the output member of the torque transfer mechanism is drivingly connected to the input member of the transmission;a hydraulic fluid circuit filled with hydraulic fluid, the hydraulic fluid circuit having a hydraulic valve in communication with the first fluid port of the hydraulic fluid pump; and a first control logic for determining the rotational speed of the input member of the transmission, the rotational speed of the output member of the engine, which gear ratio the transmission is engaged, and the position of the throttle valve;', 'a second control logic for opening the hydraulic valve when the rotational speed of the input member of the transmission is zero, the rotational speed of the output member of the engine is at an idle speed, the transmission is engaged in first gear, and the throttle valve is in an open ...

ILLUMINATION DEVICE HAVING VISCOELASTIC LAYER

An illumination device, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The illumination device includes a lightguide optically coupled to a light source, and a viscoelastic layer and a nanovoided polymeric layer are used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic layer may be a pressure sensitive adhesive. 1. An illumination device comprising:a light source; and a lightguide,', 'a viscoelastic layer disposed on the lightguide, and', 'a nanovoided polymeric layer disposed on the viscoelastic layer opposite the lightguide, the nanovoided polymeric layer comprising a plurality of interconnected nanovoids,, 'an optical article comprisingwherein the light source is optically coupled to the lightguide such that light emitted by the light source enters the lightguide and is transported within the lightguide by total internal reflection.2. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the interconnected nanovoids have an average size of less than about 0.7 micron.3. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the nanovoided polymeric layer has an effective index of refraction of from about 1.15 to about 1.45.4. The illumination device of claim 1 , the nanovoided polymeric layer comprising a binder and a plurality of nanoparticles claim 1 , wherein a weight ratio of the binder to the plurality of nanoparticles is greater than about 1:2 claim 1 , and a volume fraction of the interconnected nanovoids in the nanovoided polymeric layer is not less than about 20%.5. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the nanoparticles comprise reactive groups that are chemically bound to the binder.6. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the nanoparticles are not chemically bound to the binder.7. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the nanoparticles comprise elongated particles having an average aspect ratio that is not less than about 2.8. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the ...

ILLUMINATION DEVICE HAVING VISCOELASTIC LIGHTGUIDE

An illumination device, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The illumination device includes a viscoelastic lightguide optically coupled to a light source, and a nanovoided polymeric layer is used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic lightguide may be a pressure sensitive adhesive. 1. An illumination device comprising: a viscoelastic lightguide, and', 'a nanovoided polymeric layer disposed on the viscoelastic lightguide, the nanovoided polymeric layer comprising a plurality of the interconnected nanovoids; and, 'an optical article comprising'}a light source optically coupled to the viscoelastic lightguide such that light emitted by the light source enters the viscoelastic lightguide and is transported within the lightguide by total internal reflection.2. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the interconnected nanovoids have an average size of less than about 0.7 micron.3. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the nanovoided polymeric layer has an effective index of refraction of from about 1.15 to about 1.45.4. The illumination device of claim 1 , the nanovoided polymeric layer comprising a binder and a plurality of nanoparticles claim 1 , wherein a weight ratio of the binder to the plurality of nanoparticles is greater than about 1:2 claim 1 , and a volume fraction of the interconnected nanovoids in the nanovoided polymeric layer is not less than about 20%.5. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the nanoparticles comprise reactive groups that are chemically bound to the binder.6. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the nanoparticles are not chemically bound to the binder.7. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the nanoparticles comprise elongated particles having an average aspect ratio that is not less than about 2.8. The illumination device of claim 4 , wherein the nanoparticles comprise spherical particles.9. The illumination device ...

PUMP ASSEMBLY WITH MULTIPLE GEAR RATIOS

A pump assembly for a vehicle transmission that is coupled to a prime mover, a chain drive assembly, a hydraulic pump with a rotor, and a planetary gear set. A drive sprocket of the chain drive assembly is rotationally coupled with the prime mover. The planetary gear set includes first, second, and third members. The first member is rotatable with the pump and the third member is rotatable with the driven sprocket. 1. A pump assembly for a vehicle transmission that is coupled to a prime mover , the pump assembly comprising:a chain drive assembly including a drive sprocket and a driven sprocket, wherein the drive sprocket is rotationally coupled with the prime mover;a hydraulic pump having a rotor;a planetary gear set including first, second, and third members, wherein the first member is rotatable with the rotor of the hydraulic pump and the third member is rotatable with the driven sprocket of the chain drive assembly;a first torque transmitting device selectively engageable to interconnect the second member of the planetary gear set with a stationary member; anda second torque transmitting device selectively engageable to interconnect one of the first, second, and third members with another of the first, second, and third members, andwherein the torque transmitting devices are engageable to establish at least a first and a second gear state, and wherein in the second gear state the rotor of the pump rotates at a rotational speed that is more than twice a rotational speed of the third member of the planetary gear set.2. The pump assembly of wherein the first and second torque transmitting devices are cone clutches.3. The pump assembly of further including a shifting device and a biasing member claim 1 , and wherein the shifting device includes a first position where the first torque transmitting device is disengaged and the second torque transmitting device is engaged and a second position where the second torque transmitting device is disengaged and the first ...

HIGH ANGLE REAR PROJECTION SYSTEM

A system for projecting content at an angle to a rear projection screen. The system includes a projector configured for projecting changeable electronic content and a rear projection screen for receiving the projected content at an angle and displaying the projected content. The rear projection screen includes a turning film having prisms facing toward or away from the projector. For prisms facing toward the projector, a protective film covers the turning film. When the projected content is displayed on the rear projection screen, the content has a substantially uniform appearance. 1. A system for projecting content at an angle to a rear projection screen , comprising:a projector configured for projecting content; and a protective film;', 'a turning film having prisms facing toward the projector;', 'a spacer; and', 'a rear projection film or plate,, 'a rear projection screen for receiving the projected content at an angle off a normal axis of the rear projection screen and displaying the projected content, wherein the rear projection screen comprises as arranged in the following orderwherein the projected content has a substantially uniform appearance when displayed on the rear projection screen,wherein the rear projection screen receives the projected content within an angular range of 30 degrees to 80 degrees off the normal axis.2. (canceled)3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the rear projection screen is shaped and the projected content has a shape substantially matching the shape of the rear projection screen.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising adhesive bonding the protective film to the turning film.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the protective film covers the turning film claim 1 , the spacer claim 1 , and the rear projection film claim 1 ,6. The system of claim 1 , further comprising adhesive bonding the spacer to the rear projection film.7. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an optically clear adhesive securing the turning film to the ...

VARIABLE BRIGHTNESS DIGITAL SIGNAGE

A system for projecting content onto a shaped screen and highlighting particular portions of the content. The system includes a projector configured for projecting content having a particular shape and a rear projection screen for receiving and displaying the projected content. The rear projection screen has a shape substantially conforming to the particular shape of the content. The system is configured to increase or maximize an illumination of the projected content in a particular portion of the rear projection screen compared with the projected content in other portions of the screen. The increased illumination can be used to highlight the projected content in the particular portion for digital merchandising or other uses. 1. A system for projecting content onto a shaped screen , comprising:a projector configured for projecting electronic content having a particular shape; anda rear projection screen for receiving and displaying the projected electronic content,wherein the rear projection screen has a shape substantially conforming to the particular shape of the projected electronic content,wherein the system is configured to increase an illumination of the projected electronic content in a particular portion of the rear projection screen compared with the projected electronic content in other portions of the rear projection screen.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein an angle between the projector and the rear projection screen is adjusted to increase the illumination of the projected electronic content in the particular portion of the rear projection screen.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the projected electronic content is configured to increase the illumination of the projected electronic content in the particular portion of the rear projection screen.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the projected electronic content in the particular portion has a maximum brightness on the rear projection screen.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the projected electronic ...

ALIGNMENTS FOR A PROJECTION SYSTEM WITH A SHAPED PROJECTION SCREEN USING ALIGNMENT CONTENT

A projection system capable of projection alignment includes a projector, a shaped projection screen, an image sensor, and a processing unit. The projector is configured to project a series of alignment content to the shaped projection screen. The image sensor is configured to capture a series of projected alignment content. The processing unit is electronically coupled to the image sensor and configured to receive the series of captured alignment content and determine at least part of general boundary of the shaped projection screen based on the series of captured alignment content. 1. A projection system capable of projection alignment , comprising:a non-rectangular shaped projection screen,a projector configured to project a series of alignment content to the non-rectangular shaped projection screen, the projector having a projection area on the non-rectangular shaped projection screen,an image sensor configured to capture a series of projected alignment content, and a processing unit electronically coupled to the image sensor and configured to receive the series of captured alignment content and determine at least part of general boundary of the non-rectangular shaped projection screen based on the series of captured alignment content.2. The projection system of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the series of alignment content change along a first direction claim 1 , and wherein the at least part of general boundary of the non-rectangular shaped projection screen crosses the first direction.3. The projection system of claim 2 , wherein at least some of the series of alignment content change along a second direction different from the first direction claim 2 , and wherein the at least part of general boundary of the non-rectangular shaped projection screen crosses the second direction.4. The projection system of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit is further configured to adjust presentation content based on the at least part of the general boundary of the non ...

OPTICAL CAMOUFLAGE FILTER

A system may include one or both of a light emitter and a light receiver. The system may include an optical filter adjacent one or both of the light emitter or the light receiver. The optical filter includes a wavelength selective scattering layer. The wavelength selective scattering layer may have a near-infrared scattering ratio of less than about 0.9. The filter may have a visible reflective haze ratio of greater than about 0.5. A method may include disposing the wavelength selective scattering layer adjacent one or both of the light emitter and the light receiver. An article may include the optical filter. The wavelength selective scattering layer may have an average near-infrared scattering of less than 60%, an average visible scattering of greater than 10%, and a difference between the % total visible reflectance and the % diffuse visible reflectance of less than 20. 1. A system comprising:one or both of a light emitter or a light receiver; andan optical filter adjacent one or both of the light emitter or the light receiver, wherein the optical filter comprises a wavelength selective scattering layer, wherein the wavelength selective scattering layer has a near-infrared scattering ratio of less than about 0.9, the near-infrared scattering ratio being a ratio of an average near-infrared scattering to an average visible scattering, and wherein the wavelength selective scattering layer has a visible reflective haze ratio of greater than about 0.5, the visible reflective haze ratio being a ratio of an average visible diffusive reflectance to an average visible total reflectance.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the wherein the wavelength selective scattering layer has a near-infrared scattering ratio of less than about 0.7.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the wherein the wavelength selective scattering layer has a near-infrared scattering ratio of less than about 0.6.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the wavelength selective scattering layer has a visible ...

HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A TRANSMISSION

A dual pressure pump system for a transmission includes a dual pressure pump having a first pump outlet and a second pump outlet, and a pressure regulator valve defining a first chamber in fluid communication with the first pump outlet and a second chamber in fluid communication with the second pump outlet. The pressure regulator valve is configured to selectively connect the first chamber with a first pressure line operating at a first greater-than-zero pressure and to selectively connect the second chamber to a second pressure line operating at a second greater-than-zero pressure. 1. A dual pressure pump system for a transmission comprising:a dual pressure pump having a first pump outlet and a second pump outlet;a pressure regulator valve defining a first chamber in fluid communication with the first pump outlet and a second chamber in fluid communication with the second pump outlet, wherein the pressure regulator valve is configured to selectively connect the first chamber with a first pressure line operating at a first greater-than-zero pressure and to selectively connect the second chamber to a second pressure line operating at a second greater-than-zero pressure.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pressure regulator valve further comprises:an elongate housing; andan axially slidable spool that is axially slidable within the elongate housing to selectively connect the first chamber with the first pressure line operating at the first greater-than-zero pressure and to selectively connect the second chamber to the second pressure line operating at the second greater-than-zero pressure.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the first chamber is defined within the elongate housing and between a first land and second land of the axially slidable spool claim 2 , and wherein the second chamber is defined within the elongate housing and between a third land and a fourth land of the axially slidable spool.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the elongate housing further ...

Optical camouflage filter

A system may include one or both of a light emitter and a light receiver. The system may include an optical filter adjacent one or both of the light emitter or the light receiver. The optical filter includes a wavelength selective scattering layer. The wavelength selective scattering layer may have a near-infrared scattering ratio of less than about 0.9. The filter may have a visible reflective haze ratio of greater than about 0.5. A method may include disposing the wavelength selective scattering layer adjacent one or both of the light emitter and the light receiver. An article may include the optical filter. The wavelength selective scattering layer may have an average near-infrared scattering of less than 60%, an average visible scattering of greater than 10%, and a difference between the % total visible reflectance and the % diffuse visible reflectance of less than 20.

Dual pump system for automatic transmission augmentation, extended stop and start, and sailing

A dual pump system for a motor vehicle transmission includes a first pump connected to and co-rotated with a pump shaft rotated during operation of a motor vehicle engine. A second pump is connected to a motor shaft of an electric motor. A one-way roller clutch is connected to the second pump and to the pump shaft. The one-way roller clutch is configured to allow the faster rotated one of the pump shaft or the motor shaft to drive the second pump. The pump shaft and the motor shaft can be co-axially aligned or positioned off-axis with respect to each other.

LOW GLOSS LAMINATED ARTICLE

A fabric with a laminated adhesive-backed protective layer. The adhesive-backed protective layer has a matte finish that is low gloss and may approximate the fabric itself 1. A low gloss fabric-based graphic film , comprising:a printed woven fabric layer having first and second major sides;a low gloss light transmissive film layer having first and second major sides, its second major side adhesively coupled to the first major side of the printed woven fabric layer;wherein the first major side of the light transmissive film layer has a relative luminous reflectance factor that is at least 50% lower than the light transmissive film layer's luminous reflectance factor before adhesive coupling to the first major side of the printed fabric; and, wherein the luminous reflectance factors are measured according to ASTM D523-14 at 60°.2. (canceled)3. The low gloss fabric-based graphic film of claim 1 , wherein low gloss claim 1 , when used in reference to the light transmissive film layer claim 1 , comprises a luminous reflectance factor of its first major side less than 20.4. The low gloss fabric-based graphic film of claim 1 , wherein the fabric layer comprises a polyester-based fabric.5. (canceled)6. The low gloss fabric-based graphic film of claim 1 , wherein the first major side of the light transmissive film layer has an arithmetic surface roughness value claim 1 , Ra claim 1 , of at least 10 following adhesive coupling.7811. The low gloss fabric-based graphic film of claim 4 , wherein the polyester-based fabric is non-woven. claims .-. (canceled)12. The low gloss fabric-based graphic film of claim 1 , wherein the light wherein the light transmissive film layer claim 1 , before adhesive coupling to the first major side of the printed fabric claim 1 , has a relative luminous reflectance factor of less than 8.13. The low gloss fabric-based graphic film of claim 1 , wherein the light transmissive film layer comprises a polyvinylchloride-based film.14. The low gloss fabric ...

OPTICAL ARTICLE HAVING VISCOELASTIC LAYER

An optical article, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The optical article includes a lightguide, a viscoelastic layer disposed on the light guide and a nanovoided polymeric layer disposed on the viscoelastic layer. The nanovoided polymeric layer comprises a plurality of interconnected nanovoids and at least some of the interconnected nanovoids are connected to one another by hollow passages. The lightguide may be optically coupled to a light source, and the viscoelastic layer and the nanovoided polymeric layer may be used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic layer may be a pressure sensitive adhesive. 1. An optical article comprising:a lightguide,a viscoelastic layer disposed on a major surface of the lightguide, anda nanovoided polymeric layer disposed on the viscoelastic layer opposite the lightguide, the nanovoided polymeric layer comprising a plurality of interconnected nanovoids, at least some of the interconnected nanovoids connected to one another by hollow passages.2. The optical article of claim 1 , the nanovoided polymeric layer comprising a binder and a plurality of nanoparticles claim 1 , wherein a weight ratio of the binder to the plurality of nanoparticles is greater than about 1:2 claim 1 , and a volume fraction of the interconnected nanovoids in the nanovoided polymeric layer is not less than about 20%.3. The optical article of claim 2 , wherein a weight ratio of the binder to the plurality of nanoparticles ranges from about 30:70 to about 90:10.4. The optical article of claim 2 , wherein the binder is crosslinked.5. The optical article of claim 2 , wherein the binder comprises a multifunctional (meth)acrylate and a urethane oligomer.6. The optical article of claim 1 , the nanovoided polymeric layer further comprising beads having an average diameter that is greater than a thickness of the nanovoided polymeric layer.7. The optical article of claim 1 , wherein ...

Wet or dry cleaning media

Various embodiments of a cleaning apparatus are disclosed. The cleaning apparatus can have a working surface that is configured to interface with a cleaning surface. The cleaning apparatus can include a first material and a second material. The first material can have an open lofty structure with an adhesive on a surface which comprises at least a portion of the working surface of the cleaning apparatus. The first material configured to collect debris. The second material can be coupled to the first material and can have a sorbent structure configured to sorb a liquid from the cleaning surface.

LIGHTGUIDE INCLUDING LAMINATED EXTRACTION FILM

Lightguides and methods for making and using the same are disclosed. A structured layer is provided with light extractors formed on a structured surface thereof. In some cases, the structured layer is removably laminated onto a substrate to provide uniform light extraction. In some cases, indicia are cut out of the structured layer and laminated onto the substrate. In some cases, the structured surface of the structured layer is selectively filled to form a pattern for light extraction. In some cases, a tool for producing a structured layer has a region of structures selectively filled to form a pattern for light extraction on the produced structured layer. 1. A lightguide comprising:a substrate having a first major surface and a second major surface opposite the first major surface, the substrate including one or more edges being configured to allow light to be incident into the substrate and propagate along the substrate, the first and second major surfaces being capable of confining the light in the substrate primarily by total internal reflection; andone or more structured layers laminated on at least one of the first and second major surfaces of the substrate, the structured layers each including one or more light extractors being configured to direct the light out of the lightguide from an emitting surface thereof, the one or more structured layers being removable from and repositionable on the substrate.2. The lightguide of claim 1 , wherein the one or more light extractors comprise at least one direction-dependent light extractor having an inclined surface to extract incident light.3. The lightguide of claim 1 , wherein the one or more structured layers each have a structured surface claim 1 , and an unstructured surface opposite the structured surface claim 1 , the light extractors are formed on the structured surface claim 1 , and the unstructured surface is laminated on the second major surface of the substrate.4. The lightguide of claim 3 , wherein the ...

Backlight asymmetric light input wedge

A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.

FINISHING SYSTEM FOR 3D PRINTED COMPONENTS

Finishing system for a 3D printed object involves applying a film to an outer surface of the object in order to hide surface artifacts associated with the 3D printing process that created the object. 1. A method of modifying a surface of a three dimension printed object made by sequential 3D layer buildup and having at least a first surface , the method comprising:applying a stretchable adhesive-backed film to the first surface of a three dimension printed object having step-type printing artifacts, wherein the adhesive backed film comprises a substrate having a first major surface and a second major surface, and wherein the second major surface has an adhesive layer disposed thereon;wherein applying comprises stretching the area of the adhesive-backed film, and pressing the area onto an area of the first surface;and wherein the step-type printing artifacts associated with the area of the first surface are substantially undetectable after the applying step.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein applying further comprises brining the adhesive layer into intimate contact with the first surface.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:pretreating the first surface before applying the adhesive-backed film.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer comprises a pressure sensitive adhesive.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein applying further comprises applying heat to the area of the adhesive backed film claim 1 , and wherein pressing the area comprises pressing the heated area of the adhesive backed film.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the stretchable adhesive-backed film is a compliant film.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer is a continuous adhesive layer.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate has a nominal thickness claim 1 , and the adhesive layer has a nominal thickness claim 1 , and wherein the nominal thickness of the substrate and the adhesive layer together is between 0.5 mils and 15 mils.9. The method of claim 1 , ...

CARD SYSTEM FOR MAKING PRINTED CONTENT INTERACTIVE

A system comprising two or more cards, at least one being a sensor card, and at least one being a response card, provide interactivity features for traditional print-type advertising content. The sensor card senses an environmental variable, such as the presence of a person, then wirelessly communicates to a proximately located response card, which initiates an activity based on the received wireless communication. 1. An electronic sensing system for use with printed advertising content comprising:a thin, flexible sensor card comprising a sensor, a wireless communications module, a processor, and a power source;at least one thin, flexible response card comprising wireless communications module, a processor, an action element, and a power source;wherein the sensor card and the response card are communicatively coupled by the sensor card radio and the response card radio;and further wherein the sensor card is configured to sense an event using a photovoltaic sensor and provide signals to the response card, and where the sensor card is configured to, based on receipt of the provided signals, initiate activity associated with the action element.2. The electronic system of claim 1 , wherein the wireless communications module of both the sensor card and the at least one response card comprises a radio.3. The electronic system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor card is associated with a first advertising content claim 1 , and the at least one response card is associated with second advertising content.4. The electronic system of claim 1 , wherein either or both the sensor card and the response card includes an adhesive layer.5. The electronic system of claim 3 , wherein the sensor card is adhered to the first advertising content.6. The electronic system of claim 5 , wherein the response card is adhered to the second advertising content.7. The electronic system of claim 3 , wherein either or both the first and second advertising content comprises graphics and images printed on ...

APPARATUS FOR OBSCURING A SENSING ELEMENT PROXIMATE A PRINTED GRAPHIC

A system for obscuring a sensing device associated with a printed graphic while preserving the device's sensing functionally by use of a piece of perforated film printed to match the printed graphic. 1. A system for obscuring from human view a sensor on the face of a printed graphic element , comprising:a printed graphic comprising a plurality of sub-areas;a sensor component having an area;a perforated film piece printed to match at least one sub-area of the printed graphic;and wherein the perforated film piece is disposed in front of the sensor component in an area associated with one of the plurality of sub-areas that matches the perforated piece.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the perforated film piece extends beyond the area of the sensor component claim 1 , and wherein at least some portions of the portions that extend beyond the area are adhered to the printed graphic claim 1 , encapsulating the sensor component between the printed graphic and the perforated film piece.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the perforated film piece does not extend beyond the area of the sensor component.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the sensor has a first and second major side claim 3 , and wherein the perforated film piece is coupled to a first major side of the sensor claim 3 , and wherein the second major side of the sensor is coupled to the printed graphic.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein ‘coupled to’ comprises adhered.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein adhered comprises the use of a pressure sensitive adhesive.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the perforated film piece has a plurality of regions claim 1 , and wherein some of the regions have different perforation densities than others. Two common forms of signage in retail and public-space settings include digital displays on the one hand, and printed graphics on the other. Digital displays are commonly based on LCDs, projectors, or other electronically addressable display systems, and provide an image by ...

HYBRID SELF ILLUMINATED AND ACTIVELY BACK LIT SIGNAGE FOR PRINTED GRAPHICS

Hybrid signage capable of self illumination and having an active backlight. The signage includes a turning film having a structured surface for redirecting light in order to passively illuminate a printed graphic or shaped sign when the backlight is off. In the shaped sign, the shape provides the content, such as letters, to be conveyed to the viewer instead of a graphic. The signage can be actively illuminated when the backlight is on to supplemental the passive illumination. 1. A hybrid front lit sign , comprising:a turning film having a first structured surface for redirecting light and a second surface opposite the first surface;a diffuser on the second surface of the turning film and providing for diffusion in at least one direction;a graphic on the first structured surface of the turning film;a reflector on a side of the diffuser opposite the turning film; andan active backlight for actively backlighting the sign,wherein the turning film directs light via the first structured surface from in front of the sign toward a viewer of the graphic in order to passively illuminate the sign when the active backlight is off.2. The sign of claim 1 , further comprising an over-laminate securing the sign to a display surface.3. A hybrid front lit shaped sign claim 1 , comprising:a turning film having a first structured surface for redirecting light and a second surface opposite the first surface;a diffuser on the second surface of the turning film and providing for diffusion in at least one direction;a reflector on a side of the diffuser opposite the turning film; andan active backlight for actively backlighting the sign,wherein the turning film directs light via the first structured surface from in front of the sign toward a viewer of the sign in order to passively illuminate the sign when the active backlight is off,wherein a shape of the sign from the viewer's perspective provides content to be conveyed to the viewer.4. The sign of claim 3 , further comprising an over- ...

Balanced binary pump for cvt transmission

A flexible binary pump system for a motor vehicle transmission includes a shaft, a first vane pump mounted on the shaft and having a first rotor with a first diameter and a first width and a second vane pump mounted on the shaft and having a second rotor with a second diameter and a second width. The first vane pump provides hydraulic fluid to the transmission at a first pressure, and the second vane pump provides hydraulic fluid to the transmission at a second pressure. The first diameter, first width, second diameter, and second width are selected to optimize power consumption of the binary pump system and hydraulic fluid budget for the transmission.

OBJECT SENSOR

A sensor comprising a thin film photovoltaic pixel is fitted with optics to provide a field-of-view for the sensing of persons, or other objects, entering or exiting said field-of-view. When a person enters the field-of-view, a processor may sense such entry, then provide signals to other electronic apparatus indicative of such an event. 1. An electronic sensing card comprising:a power source;a communications module;a processor;a first sensor component comprising first angle-selective optics disposed in front of a first thin-film photovoltaic pixel, such that the first angle-selective optics are associated with a first field-of-view;and wherein the power source, the wireless communications module, the processor, and the first sensor component are communicatively or electrically coupled with one another.2. The sensing card of claim 1 , wherein the communications module comprises a radio.3. The sensing card of claim 1 , further comprising:a light collimating layer disposed between the first angle-selective optics and the first thin-film photovoltaic pixel.4. The sensing card of claim 1 , wherein the first thin-film photovoltaic pixel comprises a plurality of photovoltaic cells.5. The sensing card of claim 1 , further comprising:a second thin-film photovoltaic pixel communicatively coupled to the process, and disposed in front of a second thin-film photovoltaic pixel, such that the second angle-selective optics are associated with a second field-of-view.6. The sensing card of claim 5 , wherein the first field-of-view and the second field-of-view are distinct.7. The sensing card of claim 5 , wherein the first field-of-view and the second field-of-view minimally overlap.8. The sensing card of claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to determine when an object is within the first or second field-of-views.9. The sensing card of claim 8 , wherein the processor is configured to claim 8 , after sensing that an object is within the first or second field-of-views claim 8 ...

ILLUMINATION DEVICE HAVING VISCOELASTIC LIGHTGUIDE

An illumination device, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The illumination device includes a viscoelastic lightguide optically coupled to a light source, and a nanovoided polymeric layer is used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic lightguide may be a pressure sensitive adhesive. 1. An illumination device comprising: a nanovoided polymeric layer disposed between a viscoelastic lightguide and a substrate, the nanovoided polymeric layer comprising a plurality of interconnected nanovoids,', 'a first interface formed between the nanovoided polymeric layer and the viscoelastic lightguide, the first interface comprising a plurality of first features, and', 'a second interface formed between the nanovoided polymeric layer and the substrate, the second interface comprising a plurality of second features; and, 'an optical article comprisinga light source optically coupled to the viscoelastic lightguide such that light emitted by the light source enters the viscoelastic lightguide and is transported within the lightguide by total internal reflection.2. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the optical article comprises opposing outer surfaces claim 1 , each outer surface not comprising a plurality of features.3. The illumination device of claim 1 , the substrate comprising a multilayer optical film.4. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the substrate comprises a light transmissive substrate.5. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the substrate extracts and emits light being transported within the viscoelastic lightguide.6. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the interconnected nanovoids have an average size of less than about 0.7 microns.7. The illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the nanovoided polymeric layer has an effective index of refraction of from about 1.15 to about 1.45.8. An illumination device comprising:an optical article comprising a ...

SELF ILLUMINATED SIGNAGE FOR PRINTED GRAPHICS WITH ORIENTED TURNING LAYER

Self illuminated back and front lit signage for a printed graphic. The signage includes a turning film having a structured surface for redirecting light oriented on a first axis, a diffuser providing for diffusion, and a printed graphic oriented on a second axis. The first and second axis differ by at least 5°. The turning film receives light from an ambient light source and directs the light via the structured surface toward a viewer of the graphic in order to passively illuminate the signage. 1. A self-illuminated front lit sign , comprising a film layer stack arranged in the following order:a graphic layer comprising a diffuser and a printed graphic, the printed graphic having a horizontal viewing axis;a turning film layer having a first structured surface for redirecting light, and a second surface opposite the first surface, the first structured surface comprising a plurality of elongated, sawtooth, light directing features disposed parallel to a feature axis; and,a reflective layer comprising a reflector;wherein the turning film directs light via the first structured surface from in front of the sign toward a viewer of the graphic in order to passively illuminate the sign;and further wherein the difference between the horizontal viewing axis and the feature axis is at least 5°.2. The self-illuminated front lit sign of claim 1 , wherein the difference between the horizontal viewing axis and the feature axis if at least 10°.3. The self-illuminated front lit sign of claim 2 , wherein the difference between the horizontal viewing axis and the feature axis is greater than at least 5° claim 2 , and less than 45°.4. The self-illuminated front lit sign of claim 1 , wherein the horizontal viewing axis is level.5. The self-illuminated front lit sign of claim 1 , further comprising an air gap between the graphic layer and the and the turning film.6. The self-illuminated front lit sign of claim 1 , comprising further intervening layers between the graphic layer claim 1 , ...

Backlight wedge with side mounted light source

A backlight may include a light guide and a light input. The light guide may have a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input may include a diverging wedge having a narrow end and opposing side surfaces extending to the narrow end. A light source may be disposed adjacent to one of the opposing side surfaces and may emit light into the light input portion. A multilayer polymeric mirror film may be disposed adjacent to the opposing side surfaces but not in intimate contact therewith and may reflect more than 95% of visible light incident on the multilayer polymeric mirror film.

High flow piezoelectric pump

A piezoelectric pump for pumping a fluid at a high flow rate includes a housing and an actuator located within the housing. An electric voltage applied to the actuator causes the actuator to apply a force to a first diaphragm that is proximate to the actuator. A piston assembly is located within the housing and is moveable between at least a first position and a second position. A first fluid chamber is defined by the housing, the first diaphragm, and the piston assembly. A coupling fluid is located within the first fluid chamber for coupling the first diaphragm to the piston assembly. A second fluid chamber is defined by the housing and the piston assembly. An inlet valve is in communication with the second fluid chamber and an outlet valve is in communication with the second fluid chamber.

High flow piezoelectric pump

A piezoelectric pump for pumping a fluid at a high flow rate includes a housing and an actuator located within the housing. An electric voltage applied to the actuator causes the actuator to apply a force to a first diaphragm that is proximate to the actuator. A piston assembly is located within the housing and is moveable between at least a first position and a second position. A first fluid chamber is defined by the housing, the first diaphragm, and the piston assembly. A coupling fluid is located within the first fluid chamber for coupling the first diaphragm to the piston assembly. A second fluid chamber is defined by the housing and the piston assembly. An inlet valve is in communication with the second fluid chamber and an outlet valve is in communication with the second fluid chamber.

Highly efficient constant displacement vane pump

Eine Flügelzellenpumpe für ein automatisches Getriebe umfasst ein Gehäuse, das von der Achse der Getriebeeingangswellenachse beabstandet ist, und ist durch eine Kette oder einen Getriebezug angetrieben, die/der durch die Drehmomentwandlernabe angetrieben ist, oder ist auf der und um die Achse der Getriebeeingangswelle herum angeordnet und bei Motordrehzahl angetrieben. Die Flügelzellenpumpe umfasst ein Paar Steuerscheiben, die sich auf den Stirnflächen eines Pumpenkörpers befinden, der eine zylindrische Kammer aufweist, die einen exzentrisch angeordneten Rotor aufnimmt, der in einer außeraxialen Anordnung mit einer Flanschwelle gekoppelt ist. Der Rotor umfasst eine Vielzahl von radialen Schlitzen, welche eine gleiche Vielzahl von Flügeln aufnehmen. Die äußeren Enden oder Kanten der Flügel stehen in Kontakt mit der Wand der zylindrischen Kammer und die inneren Enden oder Kanten stehen in Kontakt mit einem Paar Flügelringen, das innerhalb von Vertiefungen in den Enden des Rotors aufgenommen ist. Die Flügel sind somit zwischen der Wand der Kammer und den Flügelringen eingezwängt, die ihre radialen Positionen formschlüssig bestimmen, wenn sie und der Rotor rotieren. Geeignete Einlass(Ansaug)- und Auslass(Druck)-Kanäle in den Steuerscheiben liefern ein Hydraulikfluid an die zylindrische Kammer und sammeln es von dieser. Eine Druckfeder spannt die Steuerscheiben und den Körper zueinander vor. Die Flügelzellenpumpe gemäß der vorliegenden Erfindung ist selbstansaugend und erzielt eine hohe Pumpeffizienz. A vane pump for an automatic transmission includes a housing spaced from the axis of the transmission input shaft axis and is driven by a chain or gear train driven by the torque converter hub or is disposed on and about the axis of the transmission input shaft and driven at engine speed. The vane pump comprises a pair of control disks which are located on the end faces of a pump body which has a cylindrical chamber which receives an eccentrically arranged rotor which is ...

Dual drive pump system with one-way clutches

System für ein Getriebe (14) in einem Fahrzeug, wobei das System umfasst:eine Startvorrichtung (16);ein erstes Antriebsglied (36A), das mit der Startvorrichtung (16) verbunden ist;ein Antriebsaggregat (62);ein zweites Antriebsglied (74), das mit dem Antriebsaggregat (62) verbunden ist und durch dieses gedreht wird;eine erste Einwegkupplung (70);eine zweite Einwegkupplung (72), die koaxial mit der ersten Einwegkupplung (70) ausgerichtet ist;eine Zahnradanordnung (63) mit einem ersten angetriebenen Zahnrad (64), das mit der ersten Einwegkupplung (70) direkt gekoppelt ist, und einem zweiten angetriebenen Zahnrad (66), das mit der zweiten Einwegkupplung (72) direkt gekoppelt ist, wobei das erste angetriebene Zahnrad (64) und das zweite angetriebene Zahnrad (66) eine Drehachse besitzen, die zum ersten Antriebsglied (36A) und zum zweiten Antriebsglied (74) parallel und radial von diesen beabstandet ist;eine Hydraulikpumpe (50) mit einem Rotor, der mit dem ersten angetriebenen Zahnrad (64) und dem zweiten angetriebenen Zahnrad (66) funktional verbunden ist, wobei der Rotor über die erste und die zweite Einwegkupplung (70, 72) wahlweise jeweils mit dem ersten Antriebsglied (36A) und dem zweiten Antriebsglied (74) im Eingriff steht, um Drehmoment zwischen dem Rotor und der Startvorrichtung (16) und/oder dem Antriebsaggregat (62) zu übertragen;dadurch gekennzeichnet, dassdas erste Antriebsglied (36A) durch die Startvorrichtung (16) gedreht wird;die erste Einwegkupplung (70) mit dem ersten Antriebsglied (36A) direkt gekoppelt ist; unddie zweite Einwegkupplung (72) mit dem zweiten Antriebsglied (74) direkt gekoppelt ist. A system for a transmission (14) in a vehicle, the system comprising:a starting device (16);a first drive member (36A) connected to the starting device (16);a prime mover (62);a second drive member (74 ) connected to and rotated by the power plant (62);a first one-way clutch (70);a second one-way clutch (72) coaxially aligned with the first one-way clutch (70); ...

Illumination assembly with circuitized strips

An illumination assembly includes a heat dissipating member (30) having a plurality of circuitized strips (22) disposed thereon a spaced relationship. Each circuitized strip includes an electrically insulative substrate (32) having at least one circuit trace (34) on a first side (35) of the substrate and an electrically and thermally conductive layer (38) on a second side (40) of the substrate, such that the at least one circuit trace is electrically insulated from the second side of the substrate. The circuitized strips have a plurality of vias extending from the first side to the second side of the substrate. A plurality of LEDs (24) are disposed in the plurality of vias, such that each LEDs is disposed on the electrically and thermally conductive layer on the second side of the substrate and electrically connected to the at least one circuit trace on the first side of the substrate.

Audio-video compositing and effects

ABSTRACT Systems and methods perform image and audio processing in a real-time environment, in which an overlay alpha-channel video is composited onto a camera stream received from a capture device, and in which an audio stream from a capture device is mixed with audio data are output to a storage file. Each frame of the overlay video comprises at least one pixel represented by one or more color values and an alpha value distinct from and not derived from the color values and which governs the transparency or semi-transparency of the at least one pixel. Each frame of the camera stream comprises at least one pixel represented by one or more color values. The compositing comprises blending pixels of the overlay video and camera stream in accordance with the transparency or semi-transparency of the alpha value, wherein no color or alpha values are compressed by discarding their bits or otherwise. Date Recue/Date Received 2020-05-12

On-demand hydraulic pump for a transmission and method of operation

A fixed displacement binary pump is provided for a powertrain on a vehicle. A hydraulic system is operatively connected with first and second discharge ports of the pump and is operable to alternately permit fluid flow through both discharge ports (i.e., full displacement or volumetric output of the pump) or permit flow through only the first discharge port (i.e., partial displacement or volumetric output of the pump). The pump may be packaged in a front support of the transmission. An auxiliary pump may be provided that is operable to supplement the output of the binary pump or to be used when the binary pump is off. A method of operating the binary pump and auxiliary pump is provided.

Lightguide including laminated extraction film

Audio-video compositing and effects

ABSTRACT Systems and methods perform image and audio processing in a real-time environment, in which an overlay alpha-channel video is composited onto a camera stream received from a capture device, and in which an audio stream from a capture device is mixed with audio data are output to a storage file. Each frame of the overlay video comprises at least one pixel represented by one or more color values and an alpha value distinct from and not derived from the color values and which governs the transparency or semi-transparency of the at least one pixel. Each frame of the camera stream comprises at least one pixel represented by one or more color values. The compositing comprises blending pixels of the overlay video and camera stream in accordance with the transparency or semi-transparency of the alpha value, wherein no color or alpha values are compressed by discarding their bits or otherwise. Date Recue/Date Received 2020-05-12

Illumination device having viscoelastic lightguide

An illumination device, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The illumination device includes a viscoelastic lightguide optically coupled to a light source, and a nanovoided polymeric layer is used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic lightguide may be a pressure sensitive adhesive.

Gear for hydraulic pump driving device of motor vehicle, has torque converter with rotatable hub functionally connected with pump impeller, where torque converter and pump are arranged along common rotating axis

The gear (10) has a two-side drive clutch that stands in fluid connection with a pump (24) provided along an axis (12) over a fluid channel. A torque converter (18) has a pump impeller (58) and a rotatable hub (22) that is functionally connected with the pump impeller and is connected with the pump (24). The torque converter and the pump (24) are arranged along a common rotating axis. The hub is partially surrounded by the pump to minimize an axial height of the gear. An independent claim is also included for a method for reducing an axial area in a gear.

Led illumination assembly with compliant foil construction

An illumination assembly (10) includes a compliant substrate (30) comprising a first and second electrically conductive foil (32,36) separated by an electrically insulating layer (40). The insulating layer includes a polymer material (43) loaded with particles (42) that enhance thermal conductivity of the insulating layer. A plurality of LED dies (20) are disposed on the first conductive foil (32).

Illumination device having viscoelastic layer

Scanning backlight with slatless light guide

Phosphor based illumination system having a plurality of light guides and a display using same

An illumination system including a light source, light guides coupled to the light source, each including an input surface and an output surface, emissive material positioned to receive light from at least one light guide, and an interference reflector positioned such that the emissive material is between the output surfaces of the light guides and the interference reflector is disclosed. The light source emits light having a first optical characteristic. The emissive material emits light having a second optical characteristic when illuminated with light having the first optical characteristic. The interference reflector substantially transmits light having the second optical characteristic and substantially reflects light having the first optical characteristic.

DOUBLE PUMP SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION RENEWAL, EXTENDED STOP AND START AND RUNNING

Ein Doppelpumpensystem für ein Kraftfahrzeuggetriebe beinhaltet eine erste Pumpe, mit einer Pumpenwelle verbunden und gleichläufig, die während des Betriebs eines Kraftfahrzeugmotors gedreht wird. Eine zweite Pumpe ist an einer Motorwelle eines Elektromotors verbunden. Eine Freilauf-Rollenkupplung ist mit der zweiten Pumpe und an der Pumpenwelle verbunden. Die Freilauf-Rollenkupplung ist so konfiguriert, schnelleres Drehen einer der Pumpenwellen oder der Motorwelle zum Antrieb der zweiten Pumpe zu ermöglichen. Die Pumpenwelle und Motorwelle können koaxial zueinander ausgerichtet oder außeraxial zueinander positioniert sein. A dual pump system for a motor vehicle transmission includes a first pump connected to a pump shaft and the same rotated during operation of an automotive engine. A second pump is connected to a motor shaft of an electric motor. A freewheel roller clutch is connected to the second pump and to the pump shaft. The freewheel roller clutch is configured to allow faster rotation of one of the pump shafts or the motor shaft to drive the second pump. The pump shaft and motor shaft may be coaxially aligned with each other or positioned off-axis to each other.

Hydraulic circuit for a power shift transmission device

Hydraulikfluidkreis (10) für eine Drehmomentübertragungseinrichtung, umfassend:ein erstes Hydraulikkreissegment (10A);ein zweites Hydraulikkreissegment (10B);eine Hydraulikpumpe (16), die ein erstes Fluidpumpelement (62) und ein zweites Fluidpumpelement (64) umfasst;wobei das erste Fluidpumpelement (62) ausgestaltet ist, um fluidtechnisch mit dem ersten Hydraulikkreissegment (10A) zu kommunizieren;das zweite Fluidpumpelement (64) ausgestaltet ist, um fluidtechnisch mit dem zweiten Hydraulikkreissegment (10B) zu kommunizieren;eine erste Leistungsquelle (18) und eine zweite Leistungsquelle (20);wobei das erste Fluidpumpelement (62) auf einen ersten Pumpenarbeitspunkt steuerbar ist, um einen bevorzugten hohen Fluiddurchfluss bei niedrigem Fluiddruck in dem ersten Hydraulikkreissegment (10A) zu erreichen; unddas zweite Fluidpumpelement (64) auf einen zweiten Pumpenarbeitspunkt steuerbar ist, um einen bevorzugten hohen Fluiddruck bei einem niedrigen Fluiddurchfluss in dem zweiten Hydraulikkreissegment (10B) zu erreichen,dadurch gekennzeichnet , dassdas erste Hydraulikkreissegment (10A) derart von dem zweiten Hydraulikkreissegment (10B) mittels eines Durchflussbegrenzungsventils (52) fluidtechnisch entkoppelt ist, dass eine Fluidströmung von dem zweiten Hydraulikkreissegment (10B) zu dem ersten Hydraulikkreissegment (10A) möglich ist; und dassdie beiden Leistungsquellen (18, 20) wahlweise rotatorisch mit dem ersten und zweiten Fluidpumpelement (62, 64) gekoppelt sind. A hydraulic fluid circuit (10) for a torque transfer device comprising: a first hydraulic circuit segment (10A); a second hydraulic circuit segment (10B); a hydraulic pump (16) comprising a first fluid pump element (62) and a second fluid pump element (64); the first fluid pump element (62) is configured to fluidly communicate with the first hydraulic circuit segment (10A); the second fluid pump element (64) is configured to fluidly communicate with the second hydraulic circuit segment (10B); a first power ...

Illumination device having viscoelastic layer

An illumination device, such as a backlight for electronic display devices, is disclosed. The illumination device includes a lightguide optically coupled to a light source, and a viscoelastic layer and a nanovoided polymeric layer are used in conjunction with the lightguide to manage light emitted by the light source. The viscoelastic layer may be a pressure sensitive adhesive.

Hydraulic system for a transmission with a pump inlet diffuser

Hydrauliksystem für ein Getriebe, das umfasst: ein Diffusorgehäuse (40) mit einem Fluideinlassdurchgang (48), der wenigstens eine Pumpeneinlassöffnung (58) versorgt, und einem Fluidrückführdurchgang (66), der mit dem Fluideinlassdurchgang (48) in Fluidkommunikation steht; und ein Filtergehäuse (24) mit einem Filterauslassabschnitt (28), der stromaufwärts von der wenigstens einen Pumpeneinlassöffnung (58) mit dem Fluideinlassdurchgang (48) in Fluidkommunikation steht; wobei sich der Fluidrückführdurchgang (66) stromabwärts vom Filterauslassabschnitt (28) befindet; wobei der Fluideinlassdurchgang (48) stromabwärts vom Filterauslassabschnitt (28) und vom Fluidrückführdurchgang (66) einen konvergierenden Abschnitt (49) besitzt und stromabwärts vom konvergierenden Abschnitt (49) einen divergierenden Abschnitt (56) besitzt, der in die wenigstens eine Pumpeneinlassöffnung (58) einspeist; und wobei der divergierende Abschnitt (59) durch eine kontinuierliche, allmähliche Zunahme der Durchflussfläche gekennzeichnet ist. Hydraulic system for a transmission, comprising: a diffuser housing (40) having a fluid inlet passage (48) feeding at least one pump inlet port (58) and a fluid return passage (66) in fluid communication with the fluid inlet passage (48); and a filter housing (24) having a filter outlet portion (28) in fluid communication with the fluid inlet passage (48) upstream of the at least one pump inlet port (58); the fluid return passage (66) being downstream of the filter outlet section (28); said fluid inlet passage (48) downstream of said filter outlet section (28) and said fluid return passage (66) having a converging section (49) and downstream of said converging section (49) having a diverging section (56) opening into said at least one pump inlet port (58) feeds in and the diverging section (59) being characterized by a continuous, gradual increase in flow area.

Stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus with black data insertion

A display apparatus includes an liquid crystal display panel having a frame response time of less than 5 milliseconds, drive electronics configured to drive the liquid crystal display panel to black between images that are provided to the liquid crystal display panel at a rate of at least 90 images per second, and a backlight positioned to provide light to the liquid crystal display panel. The backlight includes a right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source capable of being modulated between the right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source at a rate of at least 90 Hertz.

Stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus with scanning backlight

A scanning backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide having a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and having a first surface extending between the first and second sides and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface substantially re-directs light and the second surface substantially transmits light. A plurality of first light sources are arranged along the first side of the light guide for transmitting light into the light guide from the first side and a plurality of second light sources are arranged along the second side of the light guide for transmitting light into the light guide from the second side. The first light sources are divided into a plurality of first groups and the second light sources are divided into a plurality of second groups, each first group having a corresponding and opposing second group, and the first groups and second groups are selectively turned on and off in a particular pattern where only the first group or corresponding and opposing second group selectively transmits light into light guide at one time.

Motion control system for railroad cars

Methods of reducing perceived image crosstalk in a multiview display

Methods of reducing perceived image crosstalk in a multiview display. One method includes providing an image stream to a display having a horizontal dimension that extends from a first side of the display to an opposing second side of the display. The image stream includes a temporal sequence of images where at least a first image view and then a second image view are displayed on the display in a time sequential manner. The temporal sequence of images are conditioned before being displayed in order to reduce perceived displayed image crosstalk between the first and second image views. The conditioning includes modifying a color intensity of at least selected pixels along the horizontal dimension based on a non-constant crosstalk correction function for the horizontal dimension.

Wet or dry cleaning media.

Se describen varias modalidades de un aparato limpiador. El aparato limpiador puede tener una superficie de trabajo que está configurada para interactuar con una superficie de limpieza. El aparato limpiador puede incluir un primer material y un segundo material. El primer material puede tener una estructura fibrosa abierta con un adhesivo sobre una superficie que comprende al menos una porción de la superficie de trabajo del aparato limpiador. El primer material está configurado para recolectar desechos. El segundo material puede acoplarse al primer material y puede tener una estructura sorbente configurada para sorber un líquido de la superficie de limpieza.

Dual drive pump system for rear wheel or front wheel drive automatic transmission in motor vehicle, has double drive pump that is driven by combustion engine or supplementary motor, depending on operating conditions of motor vehicle

The dual drive pump system has a double drive pump (50) which is arranged axially offset from the axis of transmission input shaft (20) and driven by a gear train (14) driven by a hub (36). The dual drive pump is driven by a motor (62) that is driven by an auxiliary gear train. The torque multiplication is possible by gear train, such that the double drive pump has a smaller displacement volume and covers the hydraulic pressure requirement of transmission. The double drive pump is driven by a combustion engine (12) or motor, depending on the operating conditions of motor vehicle.

Embedded stereoscopic 3d display and 2d display film stack

An LCD device with 3D and 2D sections. The device includes an LCD panel, a light guide with a backlight, and an embedded 3D-2D film stack positioned between the LCD panel and the light guide. The 3D and 2D sections provide for simultaneously viewing visual content in 3D and 2D formats. The device can also include a frame providing a barrier between the 3D and 2D sections and can include other features to enhance the display.

Slip-resistant, self illuminated front lit article

Light transmissive non-slip treads coupled to a light directing film having a structured surface for redirecting light oriented on a first axis. The non-slip treads may appear to be specifically illuminated, as if by dedicated light fixtures, but may instead be illuminated by ordinary ambient light.

Beleuchtungsanordnung mit verbesserter wärmeleitfähigkeit

Optical camouflage filter

A system may include one or both of a light emitter and a light receiver. The system may include an optical filter adjacent one or both of the light emitter or the light receiver. The optical filter includes a wavelength selective scattering layer. The wavelength selective scattering layer may have a near-infrared scattering ratio of less than about 0.9. The filter may have a visible reflective haze ratio of greater than about 0.5. A method may include disposing the wavelength selective scattering layer adjacent one or both of the light emitter and the light receiver. An article may include the optical filter. The wavelength selective scattering layer may have an average near-infrared scattering of less than 60%, an average visible scattering of greater than 10%, and a difference between the % total visible reflectance and the % diffuse visible reflectance of less than 20.

Antriebsstrang für ein Fahrzeug sowie Hydrauliksystem für ein Getriebe

Antriebsstrang (20,220) für ein Fahrzeug (10, 200) mit Rädern (12, 14), welcher umfasst:einen Motor (16);ein Getriebe (18, 218) mit einem eine Eingangsachse (32, 232) definierenden Eingangselement (30), um Leistung von dem Motor (16) zu empfangen, und einem Ausgangselement (34), um Leistung an die Räder (12, 14) zu liefern;eine Hydraulikpumpe (24, 224) mit konstanter Verdrängung, die durch den Motor (16) angetrieben ist und eine erste und eine zweite Austrittsöffnung (44, 46) aufweist;ein Hydrauliksystem (22, 222), das funktionell mit den Austrittsöffnungen (44, 46) verbunden ist und das betreibbar ist, um alternativ eine Fluidströmung durch beide Austrittsöffnungen (44, 46) zuzulassen oder eine Fluidströmung nur durch die erste Austrittsöffnung (44) zuzulassen und gleichzeitig die zweite Austrittsöffnung 46 zu schließen; undeine Hilfspumpe (60, 160), die eine Rotationsachse (64) definiert; dadurch gekennzeichnet , dassdie Rotationsachse (64) der Hilfspumpe (60, 160) nicht koaxial mit der Eingangsachse (32, 232) des Getriebeeingangselements (30) ist; und dass die Hilfspumpe (60, 160) funktionell mit dem Motor (16) verbunden und durch diesen angetrieben ist.

Slip-resistant, self illuminated front lit article

Light transmissive non-slip treads coupled to a light directing film having a structured surface for redirecting light oriented on a first axis. The non-slip treads may appear to be specifically illuminated, as if by dedicated light fixtures, but may instead be illuminated by ordinary ambient light.

Schmiersystem zum Zuführen von Drucköl zu einem Motor

Schmiersystem, das dazu konfiguriert ist, einem Motor Drucköl zuzuführen, wobei das Schmiersystem umfasst: eine Rotationspumpe, die fluidtechnisch mit einem Ejektor verbunden ist, so dass Öl vom Ejektor zur Rotationspumpe strömt; wobei die Rotationspumpe dazu konfiguriert ist, dem Motor Drucköl zuzuführen; wobei die Rotationspumpe eine primäre Eingangsöffnung und eine Zufuhröffnung umfasst; eine primäre Saugleitung, die mit der primären Eingangsöffnung fluidtechnisch verbunden ist und dazu konfiguriert ist, Öl von einem Sumpf des Motors zu saugen; den Ejektor in Fluidverbindung mit der primären Saugleitung, so dass Öl, das durch die primäre Saugleitung strömt, auch durch den Ejektor strömt; eine Ölausgangsleitung, die mit der Zufuhröffnung der Rotationspumpe fluidtechnisch verbunden ist und dazu konfiguriert ist, das Drucköl von der Rotationspumpe dem Motor zuzuführen; eine zusätzliche Zufuhrleitung, die selektiv die Ölausgangsleitung und den Ejektor fluidtechnisch verbindet, so dass Drucköl selektiv durch die zusätzliche Zufuhrleitung und in den Ejektor strömt; ein Solenoidventil, das zwischen einer ersten Position und einer zweiten Position beweglich ist; wobei das Solenoidventil ein Fluidsignal liefert, das ermöglicht, dass Drucköl von der zusätzlichen Zufuhrleitung und in den Ejektor strömt, wenn sich das Solenoidventil in der ersten Position befindet, so dass das Volumen des Öls, das vom Sumpf und durch den Ejektor zur Rotationspumpe strömt, erhöht wird; wobei das Solenoidventil kein Fluidsignal liefert und verhindert wird, dass Drucköl von der zusätzlichen Zufuhrleitung in den Ejektor eintritt, wenn sich das Solenoidventil in der zweiten Position befindet, so dass das Volumen des Öls, das vom Sumpf und durch den Ejektor zur Rotationspumpe strömt, nicht erhöht wird.

Combined spool-holder and cushion.

Variable brightness digital signage

A system for projecting content onto a shaped screen and highlighting particular portions of the content. The system includes a projector configured for projecting content having a particular shape and a rear projection screen for receiving and displaying the projected content. The rear projection screen has a shape substantially conforming to the particular shape of the content. The system is configured to increase or maximize an illumination of the projected content in a particular portion of the rear projection screen compared with the projected content in other portions of the screen. The increased illumination can be used to highlight the projected content in the particular portion for digital merchandising or other uses.

Illumination assembly and method of making same

An illumination assembly (200) including a thermally conductive substrate (212), a patterned conductive layer (218) proximate a major surface (214) of the thermally conductive substrate, a dielectric layer (216) positioned between the patterned conductive layer and the major surface of the substrate, and at least one LED (220) including a post (230) that is attached to the thermally conductive substrate such that at least a portion of the post is embedded in the thermally conductive substrate is disclosed. The at least one LED can be thermally connected to the thermally conductive substrate through the post and electrically connected to the patterned conductive layer. The dielectric layer can be reflective.

Wet or dry cleaning media

Various embodiments of a cleaning apparatus are disclosed. The cleaning apparatus can have a working surface that is configured to interface with a cleaning surface. The cleaning apparatus can include a first material and a second material. The first material can have an open lofty structure with an adhesive on a surface which comprises at least a portion of the working surface of the cleaning apparatus. The first material configured to collect debris. The second material can be coupled to the first material and can have a sorbent structure configured to sorb a liquid from the cleaning surface.

Finishing system for 3d printed components

Finishing system for a 3D printed object involves applying a film to an outer surface of the object in order to hide surface artifacts associated with the 3D printing process that created the object.

Pumpenanordnung mit mehreren Übersetzungsverhältnissen

Pumpenanordnung (110) für ein Fahrzeuggetriebe, das mit einer Primärantriebsmaschine (112) gekoppelt ist, wobei die Pumpenanordnung (110) umfasst:eine Kettenantriebsanordnung (114), die ein antreibendes Kettenrad (116) und ein angetriebenes Kettenrad (118) enthält, wobei das antreibende Kettenrad (116) mit der Primärantriebsmaschine (112) drehfest gekoppelt ist;eine Hydraulikpumpe (120), die einen Rotor besitzt;eine Planetenradgruppe (122), die ein erstes, ein zweites und ein drittes Element (122A, 122B, 122C) enthält;eine erste Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (124), die wahlweise in Eingriff gelangen kann, um das zweite Element (122B) der Planetenradgruppe (122) mit einem stationären Element (129) zu verbinden; undeine zweite Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (126), die wahlweise in Eingriff gelangen kann, um eines (122B) des ersten, des zweiten und des dritten Elements (122A, 122B, 122C) mit einem Weiteren (122C) des ersten, des zweiten und des dritten Elements (122A, 122B, 122C) zu verbinden,wobei die Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtungen (124, 126) in Eingriff gelangen können, um einen ersten und einen zweiten Übersetzungszustand herzustellen, und wobei sich im zweiten Übersetzungszustand der Rotor der Pumpe (120) mit einer Drehzahl dreht, die mehr als doppelt so hoch wie eine Drehzahl des dritten Elements (122C) der Planetenradgruppe (122) ist,dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Pumpenanordnung (110) ferner einen Elektromotor (113), eine dritte Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (128), eine vierte Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (130), eine fünfte Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (132) und eine sechste Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (134) enthält, wobei die dritte Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (128) wahlweise in Eingriff gelangen kann, um das dritte Element (122C) der Planetenradgruppe (122) mit dem Rotor der Pumpe (120) zu verbinden, die vierte Drehmomentübertragungsvorrichtung (130) wahlweise in Eingriff gelangen kann, um das angetriebene Kettenrad (118 ...

Optical camouflage filter

Illumination assembly with enhanced thermal conductivity

Illumination assemblies include a substrate having a first and second electrically conductive layer separated by an electrically insulating layer. The insulating layer includes a polymer material loaded with thermally conductive particles. At least a portion of the thermally conductive particles simultaneously contact both the first and second electrically conductive layers. A plurality of light sources such as LEDs or other miniature light sources are preferably disposed on the first conductive layer.

Directional backlight with reduced crosstalk

A backlight suitable for use in an autostereoscopic display includes a light guide and a first and second light source assembly. The light guide has opposed first and second major surfaces, and opposed first and second side surfaces. The first and second light source assemblies are disposed to inject visible light into the light guide through the first and second side surfaces, respectively. Substantially all of the first side surface highly transmits a second light portion out of the light guide into air, the second light portion originating from the second light source assembly, and substantially all of the second side surface highly transmits a first light portion in a corresponding fashion. One or more first non-emitting surfaces of the first light source assembly are disposed at least partially between two light-emitting surfaces of the first light source assembly, and are adapted to substantially absorb visible light to reduce crosstalk.

Fluidkupplung

Es ist eine Fluidkupplung vorgesehen, die ein Gehäuse, ein Eingangselement, eine Pumpenradanordnung und eine Turbinenradanordnung aufweist. Die Pumpenradanordnung umfasst einen Pumpenradabschnitt, der einem Turbinenradabschnitt der Turbinenradanordnung gegenüberliegend angeordnet ist. Die Turbinenradanordnung umfasst ferner eine Dämpferanordnung mit einer Vielzahl von Federn, die radial zwischen dem Turbinenradabschnitt und einer Getriebeeingangswelle angeordnet ist.

Doppelantriebspumpensystem

Vorrichtung für ein Vorderradantriebsgetriebe in einem Fahrzeug, wobei die Vorrichtung umfasst:ein erstes Antriebsaggregat (12);eine erste Antriebswelle (36), die durch das erste Antriebsaggregat (12) drehbar ist;ein zweites Antriebsaggregat (62);eine zweite Antriebswelle (74), die durch das zweite Antriebsaggregat (62) drehbar ist; undeine hydraulische Pumpe (50) mit einem Rotor, der eine Drehachse definiert, die zur ersten Antriebswelle (36) und zur zweiten Antriebswelle (74) parallel und von diesen beabstandet ist, wobei der Rotor mit der ersten Antriebswelle (36) und der zweiten Antriebswelle (74) jeweils wahlweise in Eingriff ist, um Drehmoment zwischen dem Rotor und dem ersten Antriebsaggregat (12) oder dem zweiten Antriebsaggregat (62) zu übertragen;einen ersten Zahnradsatz, der ein erstes Zahnrad (48), das an der ersten Antriebswelle (36) angeordnet ist, und ein zweites Zahnrad (64) umfasst; undzweiten Zahnradsatz, der ein erstes Zahnrad (72), das an der zweiten Antriebswelle (74) angeordnet ist, und ein zweites Zahnrad (66) umfasst;dadurch gekennzeichnet , dassdas zweite Zahnrad (64) des ersten Zahnradsatzes mit dem Rotor der hydraulischen Pumpe (50) drehfest verbunden ist und mit dem ersten Zahnrad (48) des ersten Zahnradsatzes kämmt; und dassdas zweite Zahnrad (66) des zweiten Zahnradsatzes mit dem Rotor der hydraulischen Pumpe drehfest verbunden ist und mit dem ersten Zahnrad (72) des zweiten Zahnradsatzes kämmt.

Zum Zuführen von Drucköl zu einem Motor konfiguriertes Schmiersystem und Verfahren

Ein Schmiersystem umfasst eine Rotationspumpe, einen Ejektor und ein Solenoidventil und ist dazu konfiguriert, einem Motor Drucköl zuzuführen. Die Rotationspumpe ist dazu konfiguriert, eine Ölströmung zu erzeugen. Eine zusätzliche Zufuhrleitung liefert selektiv Drucköl in den Ejektor. Das Solenoidventil ist zwischen einer ersten Position und einer zweiten Position beweglich. Das Solenoidventil liefert ein Fluidsignal, das ermöglicht, dass Drucköl von der zusätzlichen Zufuhrleitung und in den Ejektor strömt, wenn sich das Solenoidventil in der ersten Position befindet, um das Volumen des Öls, das von einem Sumpf des Motors in die Rotationspumpe strömt, zu erhöhen. Wenn das Solenoidventil kein Fluidsignal liefert, wird verhindert, dass Drucköl in den Ejektor eintritt, und das Volumen des Öls, das vom Sumpf und durch den Ejektor zur Rotationspumpe strömt, wird nicht erhöht.

Stereoscopic 3d liquid crystal display with graded light guide light extraction features

A backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide having a light emission surface and an opposing light extraction surface, a first side extends between the light emission surface and the light extraction surface, and a second side extends between the light emission surface and the light extraction surface, the second side opposing the first side. A centerline extends parallel to the first side and second side and is equidistant from the first side and the second side. A center elongated prism extends along the centerline and forms a portion of the light extraction surface. A plurality of elongated prisms extend parallel to the center elongated prism wherein the prisms are progressively more canted for each subsequent elongated prism further from the center elongated prism. A plurality of light sources disposed along the first side and the second side.

Antriebsstrang für ein Fahrzeug

Antriebsstrang für ein Fahrzeug, wobei der Antriebsstrang umfasst: einen Motor mit einem Drosselventil und einem Ausgangselement; ein Getriebe mit einem Eingangselement und mindestens einem ersten Satz von Zahnrädern, die einem ersten Übersetzungsverhältnis entsprechen; einen Drehmomentübertragungsmechanismus mit einer Freilaufkupplung, einer Hydraulikfluidpumpe, einem Eingangselement und einem Ausgangselement, wobei die Hydraulikfluidpumpe eine erste Fluidöffnung und eine zweite Fluidöffnung umfasst, das Eingangselement des Drehmomentübertragungsmechanismus mit dem Ausgangselement des Motors antreibend verbunden ist und das Ausgangselement des Drehmomentübertragungsmechanismus mit dem Eingangselement des Getriebes antreibend verbunden ist; einen Hydraulikfluidkreis, der mit Hydraulikfluid gefüllt ist, wobei der Hydraulikfluidkreis ein Hydraulikventil in Verbindung mit der ersten Fluidöffnung der Hydraulikfluidpumpe aufweist; und ein Getriebesteuermodul in elektrischer Kommunikation mit jedem des Drosselventils des Motors, des Hydraulikventils und der Freilaufkupplung, wobei das Getriebesteuermodul eine Steuerlogik umfasst, wobei die Steuerlogik umfasst: eine erste Steuerlogik zum Bestimmen einer Drehzahl des Eingangselements des Getriebes, einer Drehzahl des Ausgangselements des Motors, in welches Übersetzungsverhältnis das Getriebe eingerückt ist, und einer Position des Drosselventils; eine zweite Steuerlogik zum Öffnen des Hydraulikventils, wenn die Drehzahl des Eingangselements des Getriebes null ist, die Drehzahl des Ausgangselements des Motors auf einer Leerlaufdrehzahl liegt, das Getriebe in einen ersten Gang eingerückt ist und das Drosselventil sich in einer offenen Position befindet; eine dritte Steuerlogik zum Empfangen eines Signals vom Drosselventil, das das Öffnen des Drosselventils angibt; eine vierte Steuerlogik zum Senden eines Signals zum Hydraulikventil, um das Schließen des Hydraulikventils zu beginnen; eine fünfte Steuerlogik zum Senden eines ...

Aircraft rudder flutter damper

Dualpumpenaufbau

Dualpumpenaufbau (13) für ein Hybridfahrzeuggetriebe (20), umfassend: ein Gehäuse (25); eine an das Gehäuse (25) montierte primäre Pumpe (14), die durch den Motor (8) des Hybridfahrzeugs antreibbar ist und eine Mittellinie aufweist, die mit der Antriebsachse des Getriebes (20) konzentrisch ist; und eine in enger Nähe der primären Pumpe (14) an das Gehäuse (25) montierte Hilfspumpe (18) mit einem eigenen Antrieb, so dass der Dualpumpenaufbau (13) kompakt ist und eine Fluidtransferlänge zwischen den Pumpen (14, 18) minimiert ist, wobei mehrere Fluidtransferkanäle (2B, 4A–4C, 36) einstückig in das Gehäuse (25) gegossen sind.

Hybrid self illuminated and actively back lit signage for printed graphics

Hybrid signage capable of self illumination and having an active backlight. The signage includes a turning film having a structured surface for redirecting light in order to passively illuminate a printed graphic or shaped sign when the backlight is off. In the shaped sign, the shape provides the content, such as letters, to be conveyed to the viewer instead of a graphic. The signage can be actively illuminated when the backlight is on to supplemental the passive illumination.

Drehmomentübertragungsmechanismus und Verfahren zum Steuern bei einem Fahrzeuganfahrvorgang

Ein Antriebsstrang für ein Fahrzeug mit einem Motor, einem Getriebe, einem Drehmomentübertragungsmechanismus, einem Hydraulikfluidkreis und einem Getriebesteuermodul wird geschaffen. Der Drehmomentübertragungsmechanismus umfasst eine Hydraulikfluidpumpe und ist mit einem Ausgangselement des Motors antreibend verbunden und ein Ausgangselement des Drehmomentübertragungsmechanismus ist antreibend mit dem Eingangselement des Getriebes verbunden. Der Hydraulikfluidkreis weist ein Hydraulikventil in Verbindung mit der ersten Fluidöffnung der Hydraulikfluidpumpe auf. Das Getriebesteuermodul umfasst eine Steuerlogik zum Betreiben des Antriebsstrangs während eines Fahrzeuganfahrereignisses.

Stereoscopic 3d liquid crystal display with graded light guide light extraction features

A backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide having a light emission surface and an opposing light extraction surface, a first side extends between the light emission surface and the light extraction surface, and a second side extends between the light emission surface and the light extraction surface, the second side opposing the first side. A centerline extends parallel to the first side and second side and is equidistant from the first side and the second side. A center elongated prism extends along the centerline and forms a portion of the light extraction surface. A plurality of elongated prisms extend parallel to the center elongated prism wherein the prisms are progressively more canted for each subsequent elongated prism further from the center elongated prism. A plurality of light sources disposed along the first side and the second side.

Stereoscopic 3d liquid crystal display with graded light guide light extraction features

A backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide having a light emission surface and an opposing light extraction surface, a first side extends between the light emission surface and the light extraction surface, and a second side extends between the light emission surface and the light extraction surface, the second side opposing the first side. A centerline extends parallel to the first side and second side and is equidistant from the first side and the second side. A center elongated prism extends along the centerline and forms a portion of the light extraction surface. A plurality of elongated prisms extend parallel to the center elongated prism wherein the prisms are progressively more canted for each subsequent elongated prism further from the center elongated prism. A plurality of light sources disposed along the first side and the second side.

Backlight wedge with encapsulated light source

A backlight may include a light guide and a light input. The light guide may have a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input may include a diverging wedge having a narrow end and opposing side surfaces extending to the narrow end. A light source well may be formed in the light input, and a light source may be disposed within the light source well. An encapsulant may be disposed about the light source, within the light source well. A specularly reflective film or layer may be disposed adjacent to but not in intimate contact with the opposing side surfaces and may reflect more than 80% of visible light incident on the multilayer polymeric mirror film.

Gelötetes Aluminiumturbinenrad für ein Kraftfahrzeuggetriebe und Verfahren zu dessen Herstellung

Verfahren zum Herstellen eines hochfesten Turbinenrades für den Drehmomentwandler eines Kraftfahrzeuggetriebes, umfassend: Stanzen einer inneren Aluminiumschale (40) mit mehreren Schlitzen (44, 46) (12), Stanzen einer äußeren Aluminiumschale (50) mit mehreren Schlitzen (52, 54) (14), Stanzen mehrerer Aluminiumturbinenschaufeln (26), die Laschen (28,30, 32, 34) aufweisen, Einsetzen der Laschen (28, 30, 32, 34) der Turbinenschaufeln in die Schlitze (44, 46, 52, 54) der inneren (40) und der äußeren (50) Schale (20), Biegen der Laschen (28, 30, 32, 34), um die Turbinenschaufeln (26) an der inneren (40) und der äußeren (50) Schale anzubringen (20), und Löten der Turbinenschaufeln (26) an die innere (40) und die äußere (50) Schale, wodurch ein Turbinenrad mit ausreichender Festigkeit gebildet wird, um in dem Kraftflussverlauf eines Kraftfahrzeuggetriebes, das Getriebeöl als Arbeitsfluid verwendet, zu arbeiten (22, 24).