公开(公告)号：US10660324B2

公开(公告)日：2020-05-26

申请号：US15999951

申请日：2018-09-05

申请人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola ,  Curtis Mixon ,  John R. Ross

发明人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola ,  Curtis Mixon ,  John R. Ross

IPC分类号： A01M29/10 ,  F21S10/06 ,  F21S10/02 ,  F21V23/00 ,  B60R99/00 ,  F21V23/04 ,  F21S9/02 ,  F21Y115/10 ,  F21Y113/13

摘要： A system is disclosed for keeping rats and similar pests away without trapping or killing them. It provides a long-life battery powered LED light system for deterring rats, mice and other nocturnal animals. Embodiments of the present invention are designed to operate continuously for at least one year between battery changes. Embodiments have been proven to deter rats from invading engine compartments of parked motor vehicles, vegetable gardens, attics, garages and outdoor patios. In preferred embodiments the wavelengths of the LEDs are chosen to correspond to the known wavelength sensitivity peaks of the eyes of rats, mice, and other rodents. This new technology transcends traps.

公开(公告)号：US4264870A

公开(公告)日：1981-04-28

申请号：US86050

申请日：1979-10-18

申请人： Kenneth Avicola ,  Gilbert Baker

发明人： Kenneth Avicola ,  Gilbert Baker

IPC分类号： H01S3/23 ,  H01S3/098 ,  H01S3/13

CPC分类号： H01S3/10092

摘要： In an injection-locked laser system, a timing system for assuring the locking of an injection-locked oscillator to the frequency of a master oscillator. The system automatically controls the firing of the injection-locked oscillator in accordance with the difference in time between the production of a master oscillator pulse and the time that a predetermined population inversion level has been reached in the injection-locked oscillator as measured by a predetermined level of fluorescence produced by the injection-locked oscillator.

摘要翻译： 在注射锁定激光器系统中，用于确保将锁存振荡器锁定到主振荡器的频率的定时系统。 该系统根据主振荡器脉冲的产生时间与在注入锁定振荡器中达到预定的群体反转电平的时间之间的时间差自动控制注入锁定振荡器的点火， 由注入锁定振荡器产生的荧光水平。

公开(公告)号：US20050038348A1

公开(公告)日：2005-02-17

申请号：US10789474

申请日：2004-02-27

申请人： Kenneth Avicola ,  Richard Morton ,  John Ross

发明人： Kenneth Avicola ,  Richard Morton ,  John Ross

IPC分类号： A61B20060101 ,  A61B5/02 ,  A61B5/024 ,  A61B5/0245

CPC分类号： A61B5/02438 ,  A61B5/02455

摘要： Jewelry, such as finger rings and earrings, which flash in synchronism with the wearer's heartbeat. A pulsed IR signal is directed into the wearer's tissue and a reflected or transmitted signal is monitored to determine when the wearer's heart beats at which time one or more light emitting sources in the jewelry flashes. The monitored signal is utilized to determine the wearer's heart rate. At least two light emitting sources are provided one of which flashes with each heart beat and the other flashes when the heart rate reaches or exceeds a predetermined range or increases faster than a predetermined rate. Preferred embodiments include three visible LED's (red, green and blue) and a micro-processor which calculates pulse rate and causes the red LED to blink on each pulse, the green LED to blink on each pulse when the wearer's pulse rate is greater a first threshold and the blue LED to blink on each pulse when the wearer's pulse rate is greater than a second threshold corresponding to extreme excitement. These threshold values may correspond to increased heart rates of typical persons engaged in exercise and love-making. The monitor may also be self calibrating to adjust the thresholds based on measurements of the wearer's heart rate over extended periods which would include periods of rest as well as periods of exertion or excitement. Other preferred embodiments vary the brightness of the LED's depending on the estimated blood pressure that also increases by about the same degree as pulse rate.

摘要翻译： 珠宝，如指环和耳环，与佩戴者的心跳同步闪烁。 脉冲IR信号被引导到佩戴者的组织中，并且监测反射或传输的信号，以确定佩戴者的心跳何时在珠宝首饰中的一个或多个发光源闪烁。 所监测的信号用于确定佩戴者的心率。 提供至少两个发光源，其中一个发光源与每个心跳一起闪烁，另一个在心率达到或超过预定范围时闪烁，或者比预定速率快速增加。 优选实施例包括三个可见LED（红色，绿色和蓝色）和微处理器，其计算脉率并使红色LED在每个脉冲上闪烁，当佩戴者的脉率更高时，绿色LED在每个脉冲上闪烁 当佩戴者的脉搏率大于对应于极度兴奋的第二阈值时，每个脉冲上的蓝色LED闪烁。 这些阈值可能对应于从事锻炼和爱抚的典型人群的心率增加。 监视器还可以是自校准的，以根据对长时间佩戴者心率的测量来调整阈值，这包括休息时间以及运动时间或兴奋时间。 其它优选实施例根据估计的血压来改变LED的亮度，所述估计血压也增加大约与脉率相同的程度。

公开(公告)号：US4545253A

公开(公告)日：1985-10-08

申请号：US596889

申请日：1984-04-05

申请人： Kenneth Avicola

发明人： Kenneth Avicola

IPC分类号： H04B10/00 ,  G01D5/353 ,  G01D21/00 ,  G01H9/00 ,  G01V1/28 ,  G02B6/00 ,  G02B6/26 ,  G02B6/28 ,  G02B6/287 ,  G02F1/01 ,  G08C23/04 ,  H04B10/20 ,  H04B10/22

CPC分类号： G02B6/283 ,  G01D5/35383 ,  G01H9/004 ,  G02B6/264 ,  G02B6/2804 ,  G02B6/2821

摘要： A data gathering system comprising a single optical fiber having one or more modulators formed thereon, means for launching into the fiber an interrogating light pulse which propagates in a first direction, means for generating at each modulator an optical return signal which propagates in the fiber in a second direction opposite the first direction and which has an intensity which is variable in response to variations in an external signal incident at the modulator, and means for detecting and processing each such return signal. The return signal comprises a portion of the interrogating light pulse which is coupled into the fiber in the second direction via evanescent coupling. The return signal from each modulator (or array of modulators) is identified via time division multiplexing. A signal processing means may be coupled to the fiber for generating a unique return signal from each of one or more modulator arrays, each array comprising a selected subset of the modulators. In a preferred embodiment, each modulator comprises a looped section of the fiber having a coupling region in which the distance between adjacent fiber segments is variable in response to variations in an external signal incident thereon. In another embodiment, each modulator comprises a short fiber segment positioned adjacent to the main fiber and separated therefrom by a distance variable in response to pressure changes incident on the modulator.

摘要翻译： 一种数据采集系统，包括具有形成在其上的一个或多个调制器的单个光纤，用于向所述光纤发射沿第一方向传播的询问光脉冲的装置，用于在每个调制器处产生在所述光纤中传播的光返回信号的装置， 与第一方向相反的第二方向，其具有响应于在调制器处入射的外部信号的变化而变化的强度，以及用于检测和处理每个这样的返回信号的装置。 返回信号包括询问光脉冲的一部分，其通过ev逝耦合在第二方向上耦合到光纤中。 来自每个调制器（或调制器阵列）的返回信号通过时分复用来识别。 信号处理装置可以耦合到光纤，用于从一个或多个调制器阵列中的每一个生成唯一的返回信号，每个阵列包括所选择的调制器子集。 在优选实施例中，每个调制器包括具有耦合区域的光纤的环形部分，其中相邻光纤段之间的距离响应于入射在其上的外部信号的变化而变化。 在另一个实施例中，每个调制器包括一个短纤维段，该短纤维段与主纤维相邻并且与其分离，响应于入射到调制器上的压力变化而变化一段距离。

公开(公告)号：US4429401A

公开(公告)日：1984-01-31

申请号：US327633

申请日：1981-12-04

申请人： Kenneth Avicola

发明人： Kenneth Avicola

IPC分类号： G01F23/292 ,  H01J37/305

CPC分类号： G01F23/292 ,  H01J37/305

摘要： A level sensor for measurement of the level of molten metal in an electron beam evaporator which operates to sense directly the position of the point or line source of evaporant by detection of radiation such as light emitted therefrom. Compensation is provided for variations in electron beam deflecting magnetic field to avoid interpreting lateral movement of the point or line source from field variations as level changes. Compensation is also provided in the detection circuit for variations in detected light intensity that would otherwise provide an erroneous indication of level change. Detection of further conditions that produce unreliable level sensing and system inhibition in response thereto is provided as a safety feature.

摘要翻译： 用于测量电子束蒸发器中的熔融金属水平的液位传感器，其操作通过检测诸如从其发射的光的辐射来直接感测蒸发器的点或线源的位置。 为电子束偏转磁场的变化提供补偿，以避免在电平变化时解释点或线源与场变化的横向移动。 在检测电路中也提供了检测光强度的变化的补偿，否则会提供水平变化的错误指示。 作为安全特征提供了对响应于此产生不可靠的电平感测和系统抑制的进一步条件的检测。

公开(公告)号：US4206347A

公开(公告)日：1980-06-03

申请号：US868842

申请日：1978-01-12

申请人： Kenneth Avicola ,  Robert S. Congleton ,  Gay W. Hong

发明人： Kenneth Avicola ,  Robert S. Congleton ,  Gay W. Hong

IPC分类号： H04B10/00 ,  B01D59/34 ,  G02B27/00 ,  G02F1/33 ,  H01S3/00 ,  H01S3/10 ,  H01S3/13 ,  H01S3/23 ,  H04B10/02 ,  H04J14/00 ,  H04J14/08 ,  H04J99/00 ,  H04B9/00

CPC分类号： H01S3/2308 ,  G02F1/33 ,  H01S3/0057 ,  H01S3/13 ,  H04J14/00 ,  H04J14/08

摘要： A system for multiplexing or demultiplexing pulsed laser radiation having an acousto-optical device which is electrically controlled to switch a common path of high pulse rate laser radiation between a plurality of spatially distinct paths for relatively lower pulse rate laser radiation at which the pulses are sequenced according to a predetermined time pattern. The acousto-optical element typically includes a Bragg cell which is electrically driven by a set of distinct frequencies, causing deflection of radiation passing therethrough at a predetermined set of angles whereby pulsed radiation on a single path may be distributed onto the plural separate paths or radiation on plural separate paths of time-sequenced pulses of radiation can be combined into a single path of augmented pulse rate. The control of the acousto-optical element may be provided by selectively switching the output of a plurality of fixed frequency oscillators of different frequency to the acousto-optical element in accordance with the pattern of pulses on the common or plural distinct paths or a voltage-controlled oscillator may be sequenced through a repeating set of frequencies which are sampled one or more times per sequence to develop an error signal resulting in feedback control over the oscillator to eliminate long-term drift.

摘要翻译： 一种用于复用或解复用具有声光器件的脉冲激光辐射的系统，该声光器件被电控制以在多个空间不同的路径之间切换高脉冲率激光辐射的公共路径，用于脉冲排序的相对较低的脉冲速率激光辐射 根据预定时间模式。 声光元件通常包括由一组不同频率电驱动的布拉格单元，其以预定的一组角度导致穿过其中的辐射偏转，从而将单个路径上的脉冲辐射分布到多个单独路径或辐射上 在多个单独的时间序列的辐射脉冲路​​径上可以组合成增加的脉率的单个路径。 声光元件的控制可以通过根据公共或多个不同路径上的脉冲图案选择性地将不同频率的多个固定频率振荡器的输出切换到声光元件来提供， 受控振荡器可以通过每个序列一次或多次采样的重复频率组进行排序，以产生误差信号，从而产生对振荡器的反馈控制以消除长期漂移。

公开(公告)号：US20190141983A1

公开(公告)日：2019-05-16

申请号：US15999951

申请日：2018-09-05

申请人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola ,  Curtis Mixon ,  John R. Ross

发明人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola ,  Curtis Mixon ,  John R. Ross

IPC分类号： A01M29/10 ,  F21S10/06 ,  F21S10/02 ,  F21V23/00 ,  F21S9/02 ,  F21V23/04

CPC分类号： A01M29/10 ,  B60R99/00 ,  B60R2099/005 ,  F21S9/02 ,  F21S10/023 ,  F21S10/06 ,  F21V23/003 ,  F21V23/0407 ,  F21Y2113/13 ,  F21Y2115/10

摘要： A system is disclosed for keeping rats and similar pests away without trapping or killing them. It provides a long-life battery powered LED light system for deterring rats, mice and other nocturnal animals. Embodiments of the present invention are designed to operate continuously for at least one year between battery changes. Embodiments have been proven to deter rats from invading engine compartments of parked motor vehicles, vegetable gardens, attics, garages and outdoor patios. In preferred embodiments the wavelengths of the LEDs are chosen to correspond to the known wavelength sensitivity peaks of the eyes of rats, mice, and other rodents. This new technology transcends traps.

公开(公告)号：US4739406A

公开(公告)日：1988-04-19

申请号：US850834

申请日：1986-04-11

申请人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola

发明人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola

IPC分类号： H04N5/445 ,  H04N21/41 ,  H04N21/488 ,  H04N5/272

CPC分类号： H04N21/488 ,  H04N21/4104 ,  H04N5/44513

摘要： Apparatus for use with a standard television (TV) receiver for superimposing information or images over portions of the broadcast scene. Scynchronization signals are generated by locking onto the horizontal sweep electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by all television receivers. A wideband noise (RF) burst is generated and coupled to the antenna input leads of the television receiver. The picture content of the TV scene at the time of the noise burst is disrupted and various effects are created by controlling the level of the noise bursts. By controlling the position of the RF noise, an image may be created and superimposed over any part(s) of the scene. The scene may be derived from any source, such as standard television broadcast, a video cassette recorder (VCR), electronic game or computer monitor. No modification of the television receiver is required, and no change to the apparatus is needed when the TV is tuned from one broadcast channel to another.

摘要翻译： 用于与广播场景的部分叠加信息或图像的标准电视（TV）接收机的装置。 通过锁定所有电视接收机产生的水平扫描电磁干扰（EMI）来产生同步信号。 产生宽带噪声（RF）突发并耦合到电视接收机的天线输入引线。 噪声突发时电视场景的图像内容中断，通过控制噪声突发的电平产生各种效果。 通过控制RF噪声的位置，可以创建并叠加在场景的任何部分上的图像。 场景可以来自任何来源，例如标准电视广播，录像机（VCR），电子游戏或计算机监视器。 不需要对电视接收机进行修改，当电视从一个广播频道调到另一个时，不需要改变设备。

公开(公告)号：US4266854A

公开(公告)日：1981-05-12

申请号：US869817

申请日：1978-01-16

申请人： Kenneth Avicola

发明人： Kenneth Avicola

IPC分类号： B01D59/34 ,  G02B5/124 ,  H01S3/00 ,  H01S3/23 ,  H01S5/40 ,  G02B27/14

CPC分类号： H01S3/2383 ,  B01D59/34 ,  G02B5/124 ,  H01S3/0057 ,  H01S5/4025

摘要： A system of wholly passive or static elements for increasing laser pulse rate by interleaving the pulses of a plurality of beams of pulsed laser radiation. The system of static elements includes an array of beam splitters which are operative to receive a plurality of beams of pulsed laser radiation and provide a plurality of output beams, each sharing the radiation in each of the input beams. The invention includes a methodology for expanding the array of beam splitter elements to combine any number of input beams, of whatever differing characteristics, to provide a corresponding number of output beams, each sharing a portion of the radiation in each of the input beams.

摘要翻译： 一种完全无源或静态元件的系统，用于通过交织多个脉冲激光束的脉冲来增加激光脉冲速率。 静态元件的系统包括分束器阵列，其可操作地接收多束脉冲激光辐射并提供多个输出光束，每个输出光束在每个输入光束中共享辐射。 本发明包括用于扩展分束器元件阵列以组合任何不同特性的任何数量的输入光束以提供相应数量的输出光束的方法，每个输出光束在每个输入光束中共享一部分辐射。

公开(公告)号：US4897726A

公开(公告)日：1990-01-30

申请号：US167541

申请日：1988-03-14

申请人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola

发明人： Richard G. Morton ,  Kenneth Avicola

IPC分类号： H04N5/445 ,  H04N21/41 ,  H04N21/488

CPC分类号： H04N21/488 ,  H04N21/4104 ,  H04N5/44513

摘要： Apparatus for use with a standard television (TV) receiver for superimposing information or images over portions of the broadcast scene. Synchronization signals are generated by locking onto the horizontal sweep electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by all television receivers. A wideband noise (RF) burst is generated and coupled to the antenna input leads of the television receiver. The picture content of the TV scene at the time of the noise burst is disrupted and various effects are created by controlling the level of the noise bursts. By controlling the position of the RF noise, an image may be created and superimposed over any part(s) of the scene. The scene may be derived from any source, such as standard television broadcast, a video cassette recorder (VCR), electronic game or computer monitor. No modification of the television receiver is required, and no change to the apparatus is needed when the TV is tuned from one broadcast channel to another.

摘要翻译： 用于与广播场景的部分叠加信息或图像的标准电视（TV）接收机的装置。 通过锁定到所有电视接收机产生的水平扫描电磁干扰（EMI）来产生同步信号。 产生宽带噪声（RF）突发并耦合到电视接收机的天线输入引线。 噪声突发时电视场景的图像内容中断，通过控制噪声突发的电平产生各种效果。 通过控制RF噪声的位置，可以创建并叠加在场景的任何部分上的图像。 场景可以来自任何来源，例如标准电视广播，录像机（VCR），电子游戏或计算机监视器。 不需要对电视接收机进行修改，当电视机从一个广播频道调到另一个时，不需要改变设备。