公开(公告)号：US06608551B1

公开(公告)日：2003-08-19

申请号：US09394241

申请日：1999-09-13

Applicant: James A. Anderson ,  Christopher A. Wiklof

Inventor： James A. Anderson ,  Christopher A. Wiklof

IPC: H04Q522

CPC classification number: G06K7/10356 ,  G06K7/0008

Abstract: A radio replacement using RFID technology in an RF-enabled device is provided. The RF-enabled handheld, portable, or otherwise mobile device is equipped with an RFID tag having read and write capability. Data exchange occurs between the RFID tag and a network of RFID interrogators placed to provide adequate coverage of the area over which the device might move. As a result of replacing a full functioning transmitting/receiving radio with an RFID tag, the cost of the RF-enabled device could be significantly reduced, its battery life could be extended, and it could operate in a frequency band that does not require FCC approval. Additionally, this invention could provide tracking and access control using the RFID tag and interrogators.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种在射频使能设备中使用RFID技术的无线电更换。 支持RF的手持式，便携式或其他移动设备配备有具有读和写功能的RFID标签。 数据交换发生在RFID标签和RFID询问器的网络之间，RFID询问器被设置为提供设备可以移动的区域的足够覆盖。 由于使用RFID标签替换全功能的发射/接收无线电，所以可以显着降低RF使能设备的成本，延长其电池寿命，并且可以在不需要FCC的频带中工作 批准 此外，本发明可以提供使用RFID标签和询问器的跟踪和访问控制。

公开(公告)号：US07608815B2

公开(公告)日：2009-10-27

申请号：US11476498

申请日：2006-06-28

Applicant: Pratibha Sharma ,  Gerald E. Kurz ,  Yong Jeong Cho ,  James A. Anderson ,  J. David T. Anderson ,  Gregory A. Jacklin

Inventor： Pratibha Sharma ,  Gerald E. Kurz ,  Yong Jeong Cho ,  James A. Anderson ,  J. David T. Anderson ,  Gregory A. Jacklin

IPC: H01J40/14

CPC classification number: H01L31/02019

Abstract: A method of compensating a photo sensor (and a corresponding photo sensor with compensation) insures the accuracy of the photo sensor, e.g., over environmental variations or photo cell variations. The method comprises: providing a first signal indicative of a light level; providing a second signal indicative of an environmental parameter, e.g., temperature; and calculating, responsive to the first signal and the second signal, a compensated signal that is indicative of an absolute light level. The calculating can be performed by a processor and utilize calibration and compensation information or parameters, which can be obtained experimentally.

Abstract translation: 补偿光传感器（以及具有补偿的相应的光传感器）的方法确保光传感器的准确性，例如超过环境变化或光电池变化。 该方法包括：提供指示光级的第一信号; 提供指示环境参数（例如温度）的第二信号; 以及响应于所述第一信号和所述第二信号，计算指示绝对光电平的补偿信号。 计算可以由处理器执行，并利用可以通过实验获得的校准和补偿信息或参数。

公开(公告)号：US07813111B2

公开(公告)日：2010-10-12

申请号：US11784377

申请日：2007-04-06

Applicant: James A. Anderson ,  Damon H. Langlois ,  Gregory P. Jacklin ,  Ian Braithwaite

Inventor： James A. Anderson ,  Damon H. Langlois ,  Gregory P. Jacklin ,  Ian Braithwaite

IPC: H02B1/30

CPC classification number: F21V23/026 ,  F21W2131/103 ,  F21W2131/105

Abstract: An enclosure is arranged for housing electronics associated with a luminaire and includes a first member including a mounting interface arranged to couple the first member to the luminaire and a second member mechanically coupled to the first member. The mounting interface facilitates provisionally coupling the first member to the luminaire and securing the enclosure to the luminaire. A corresponding mounting apparatus for securing an enclosure to a luminaire includes a mounting member having an opening and configured to be secured to a surface of a luminaire and a neck portion extending from the enclosure and configured to pass through the opening. The neck portion includes a neck opening that is configured to allow wiring to be routed from the electronics to the luminaire. The neck portion and the mounting member may include respective complementary surfaces to provide a mounting interface for provisionally coupling the enclosure to the luminaire.

Abstract translation: 壳体被布置用于容纳与灯具相关联的电子设备，并且包括第一构件，其包括布置成将第一构件耦合到照明器的安装界面和机械地联接到第一构件的第二构件。 安装界面便于将第一构件临时耦合到照明器并将外壳固定到照明器上。 用于将外壳固定到照明器上的相应的安装设备包括安装构件，该安装构件具有开口并且构造成固定到照明器的表面和从外壳延伸并配置成穿过开口的颈部。 颈部包括颈部开口，其构造成允许布线从电子装置路由到照明器。 颈部和安装构件可以包括相应的互补表面，以提供用于将外壳临时耦合到照明器的安装界面。

公开(公告)号：US07734356B2

公开(公告)日：2010-06-08

申请号：US11479769

申请日：2006-06-30

Applicant: Donald A. Cleland ,  Laurence E. Kubek ,  Carol A. Wong ,  Yong Jeong Cho ,  James A. Anderson ,  Colleen D. McCarthy ,  Pratibha Sharma ,  Gregory P. Jacklin ,  Gerald E. Kurz

Inventor： Donald A. Cleland ,  Laurence E. Kubek ,  Carol A. Wong ,  Yong Jeong Cho ,  James A. Anderson ,  Colleen D. McCarthy ,  Pratibha Sharma ,  Gregory P. Jacklin ,  Gerald E. Kurz

IPC: G05B11/01 ,  G05B13/00 ,  G05F1/00 ,  H05B37/02

CPC classification number: H05B41/40 ,  H05B37/0281 ,  H05B41/3922 ,  Y02B20/42

Abstract: Methods and corresponding systems for controlling a light fixture include a memory for storing data and software. A multi-tap capacitor has a plurality of tap capacitors integrated into a capacitor housing. A plurality of switches are each coupled to one of the plurality of tap capacitors for selectively coupling the tap capacitors together to produce a variable multi-tap capacitance. A processor is coupled to the memory and the switches to facilitate: detecting a trigger for changing a lumen level output by the light fixture; determining a new lumen level in response to the trigger; determining a capacitance value that corresponds to the new lumen level; and configuring the plurality of switches to produce the multi-tap capacitance that corresponds to the new lumen level. The processor can record data in the memory that represents times of lumen changes and switch settings, which data correlates to power consumption.

Abstract translation: 用于控制灯具的方法和相应系统包括用于存储数据和软件的存储器。 多抽头电容器具有集成到电容器壳体中的多个抽头电容器。 多个开关各自耦合到多个抽头电容器中的一个，用于选择性地将抽头电容器耦合在一起以产生可变的多抽头电容。 处理器耦合到存储器和开关，以便于：检测用于改变灯具输出的流明水平的触发器; 响应于触发器确定新的流明水平; 确定对应于新流明水平的电容值; 以及配置多个开关以产生对应于新流明水平的多抽头电容。 处理器可以在存储器中记录数据，该数据表示流明变化和开关设置的次数，这些数据与功耗相关。

公开(公告)号：US07198111B2

公开(公告)日：2007-04-03

申请号：US10907134

申请日：2005-03-22

Applicant: Joseph B. Dierker, Jr. ,  Robert H. Thompson ,  Lauren M. Newton ,  Richard D. Cupka, Jr. ,  James A. Anderson ,  Todd N. Clark

Inventor： Joseph B. Dierker, Jr. ,  Robert H. Thompson ,  Lauren M. Newton ,  Richard D. Cupka, Jr. ,  James A. Anderson ,  Todd N. Clark

IPC: A62C3/07 ,  A62C35/00 ,  A62C37/10 ,  A62C37/00 ,  A62C3/00 ,  A62C35/58

CPC classification number: A62C3/07

Abstract: An automotive vehicle includes a vehicle body and at least one reservoir containing a fire suppressant agent. A distribution system receives the fire suppression agent from the reservoir and conducts the agent to at least one location about the vehicle's body in response to the determination by a sensor system and controller that the vehicle has been subjected to a significant impact. The sensor system and controller determine not only the magnitude of an impact upon the vehicle, but also track subsequent motion of the vehicle, as well as the time which has elapsed since an impact, so as to decide if and when the fire suppressant agent should be dispersed. Alternatively, the fire suppressant agent may be dispersed following activation of a manual switch.

Abstract translation: 一种机动车辆包括车身和至少一个包含消防剂的贮存器。 分配系统响应于传感器系统和控制器确定车辆受到重大影响，从储存器接收灭火剂并且将代理传导到关于车身的至少一个位置。 传感器系统和控制器不仅确定对车辆的冲击的大小，而且还跟踪车辆的后续运动以及从冲击开始经过的时间，以便决定是否以及何时灭火剂应该 分散 或者，灭火剂可以在手动开关激活后分散。

公开(公告)号：US20120074043A1

公开(公告)日：2012-03-29

申请号：US13238974

申请日：2011-09-21

Applicant: Sumod Kalakkunnath ,  Richard L. Anderson ,  James A. Anderson ,  Richard D. Sadok ,  Prakash A. Karpe

Inventor： Sumod Kalakkunnath ,  Richard L. Anderson ,  James A. Anderson ,  Richard D. Sadok ,  Prakash A. Karpe

IPC: C10G7/00

CPC classification number: C10G7/00 ,  B01D61/022 ,  B01D61/027 ,  B01D61/362 ,  B01D61/58 ,  B01D2311/04 ,  B01D2311/06 ,  B01D2311/08 ,  B01D2317/022 ,  B01D2317/025 ,  C10G2300/1096 ,  C10G2400/30 ,  B01D2311/2669

Abstract: Methods and apparatus relate to separating and removing aromatic compounds from a hydrocarbon stream. Splitting of the hydrocarbon stream into constituents as desired relies on a membrane and distillation columns that supply feed into the membrane and receive retentate and permeate streams output from the membrane. Configurations employing the membrane and the distillation columns enable benzene recovery and facilitate efficient separation.

Abstract translation: 方法和装置涉及从烃流中分离和除去芳族化合物。 根据需要将烃流分解成组分依赖于将进料加入到膜中并接收从膜输出的渗余物和渗透物流的膜和蒸馏塔。 使用膜和蒸馏塔的配置使得苯回收和促进有效的分离。

公开(公告)号：US5842190A

公开(公告)日：1998-11-24

申请号：US682436

申请日：1996-07-17

Applicant: Jeffrey P. Sutton ,  James A. Anderson

Inventor： Jeffrey P. Sutton ,  James A. Anderson

IPC: G06K9/66 ,  G06N3/04 ,  G06F15/18

CPC classification number: G06N3/0454 ,  G06K9/66

Abstract: A network of networks system and method includes a neuron having processing capabilities; a first level module including a network of a plurality of interconnected neurons, the first level module also having processing capabilities; and a second level module including a network of interconnected networks or interconnected neurons, the second level module also having processing capabilities; wherein the first and second level modules are interconnected through neuron to neuron connections such that simultaneous processing can be carried out at by the neuron and by the first and second level modules. The system and method also includes means for forming a boundary between a first module having a first memory state and a second module having a second memory state such that the module comprising the boundary attains a third memory state distinct from the first and second memory states.

Abstract translation: 网络系统和方法包括具有处理能力的神经元; 包括多个互连神经元的网络的第一级模块，所述第一级模块还具有处理能力; 以及包括互连网络或互连神经元网络的第二级模块，所述第二级模块还具有处理能力; 其中所述第一和第二水平模块通过神经元互连到神经元连接，使得能够由神经元和第一和第二水平模块执行同时处理。 该系统和方法还包括用于在具有第一存储器状态的第一模块和具有第二存储器状态的第二模块之间形成边界的装置，使得包括边界的模块达到与第一和第二存储器状态不同的第三存储器状态。