Illumination systems and methods for computer imagers
    2.
    发明授权
    Illumination systems and methods for computer imagers 有权
    照明系统和计算机成像仪的方法

    公开(公告)号:US09571745B2

    公开(公告)日:2017-02-14

    申请号:US14581894

    申请日:2014-12-23

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: The present invention can provide solutions to many common imaging problems, such as, for example, unevenly distributed illumination, shadows, white balance adjustment, colored ambient light and high dynamic range imaging. Imaging systems and methods can be provided through a computer (e.g., laptop or desktop) such that the system or method can take advantage of the computer's processing power to provide functionality that goes beyond typical camera. Such an imaging system may include an imaging device, a camera, a light source and a user interface.

    Abstract translation: 本发明可以提供许多常见成像问题的解决方案,例如照明不均匀,阴影,白平衡调节,彩色环境光和高动态范围成像。 可以通过计算机(例如膝上型计算机或桌面)来提供成像系统和方法,使得系统或方法可以利用计算机的处理能力来提供超出典型相机的功能。 这种成像系统可以包括成像装置,相机,光源和用户界面。

    Legend highlighting
    3.
    发明授权
    Legend highlighting 有权
    图例突出显示

    公开(公告)号:US09041563B2

    公开(公告)日:2015-05-26

    申请号:US13903466

    申请日:2013-05-28

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H01H13/83 H01H13/88 H01H2219/028 H01H2229/016

    Abstract: A method for manufacturing keycap includes applying a first coating layer on a surface of a keycap layer, applying a second coating layer on top of the first coating layer, etching at least a portion of the first coating layer to a first depth to form a first etched area, and etching at least a portion of the first etched area to a second depth to form a second etched area.

    Abstract translation: 一种用于制造键帽的方法包括在键帽层的表面上施加第一涂层,在第一涂层的顶部上施加第二涂层,将第一涂层的至少一部分蚀刻到第一深度以形成第一涂层 蚀刻区域,并且将第一蚀刻区域的至少一部分蚀刻到第二深度以形成第二蚀刻区域。

    In-Plane Keyboard Illumination
    4.
    发明申请
    In-Plane Keyboard Illumination 有权
    平面键盘照明

    公开(公告)号:US20130100028A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-04-25

    申请号:US13710269

    申请日:2012-12-10

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A computer keyboard includes a plurality of keys arranged in a pattern contained within a plane, a webbed structure defining openings for each of the keys, an illumination source, and one or more light pipes positioned along the webbed structure and arranged to deliver light from the illumination source to the keys, wherein each of the keys is illuminated thereby. Although the keys have the appearance of being backlit similar to traditional illuminated keyboards, the illumination source is actually located along at least one side of and within the same plane as the pattern of keys, rather than beneath the keys. The keyboard can thus be made thinner in such arrangements where the illumination source does not need to be located beneath the keys.

    Abstract translation: 计算机键盘包括以包含在平面内的图案布置的多个键,限定用于每个键的开口的网状结构,照明源,以及沿着网状结构定位的一个或多个光管,并布置成将来自 照明源到键,其中每个键被照亮。 虽然键具有类似于传统照明键盘的背光的外观,但是照明源实际上沿着键的图案而不是在键的下方沿着与键的图案相同的平面内的至少一侧并且位于同一平面内。 因此,可以在这样的布置中使键盘更薄,其中照明源不需要位于键下方。

    Method and apparatus for using a sound sensor to adjust the audio output for a device
    5.
    发明授权
    Method and apparatus for using a sound sensor to adjust the audio output for a device 有权
    用于使用声音传感器来调节设备的音频输出的方法和装置

    公开(公告)号:US09025783B2

    公开(公告)日:2015-05-05

    申请号:US13666468

    申请日:2012-11-01

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H03G3/32

    Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a system that uses a sound sensor to adjust the audio output of a device. During operation, the system uses the sound sensor to determine an ambient sound level for the environment in the proximity of the device. The system then adjusts a volume setting for the device adaptively based on the determined ambient sound level. Adaptively adjusting the volume setting allows the device to adapt to its audio environment and ameliorates potentially-disruptive audio outputs.

    Abstract translation: 本发明的一个实施例提供一种使用声音传感器来调节设备的音频输出的系统。 在操作期间,系统使用声音传感器来确定设备附近的环境的环境声级。 然后,该系统基于所确定的环境声级自适应地调节设备的音量设置。 自适应调整音量设置允许设备适应其音频环境并改善潜在的中断音频输出。

    Legend Highlighting
    6.
    发明申请
    Legend Highlighting 审中-公开
    传说突出显示

    公开(公告)号:US20130256108A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-10-03

    申请号:US13903466

    申请日:2013-05-28

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H01H13/83 H01H13/88 H01H2219/028 H01H2229/016

    Abstract: A method for manufacturing keycap includes applying a first coating layer on a surface of a keycap layer, applying a second coating layer on top of the first coating layer, etching at least a portion of the first coating layer to a first depth to form a first etched area, and etching at least a portion of the first etched area to a second depth to form a second etched area.

    Abstract translation: 一种用于制造键帽的方法包括在键帽层的表面上施加第一涂层,在第一涂层的顶部上施加第二涂层,将第一涂层的至少一部分蚀刻到第一深度以形成第一涂层 蚀刻区域,并且将第一蚀刻区域的至少一部分蚀刻到第二深度以形成第二蚀刻区域。

    METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USING A SOUND SENSOR TO ADJUST THE AUDIO OUTPUT FOR A DEVICE

    公开(公告)号:US20130064380A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-03-14

    申请号:US13666468

    申请日:2012-11-01

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    CPC classification number: H03G3/32

    Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a system that uses a sound sensor to adjust the audio output of a device. During operation, the system uses the sound sensor to determine an ambient sound level for the environment in the proximity of the device. The system then adjusts a volume setting for the device adaptively based on the determined ambient sound level. Adaptively adjusting the volume setting allows the device to adapt to its audio environment and ameliorates potentially-disruptive audio outputs.

    Illumination Systems and Methods for Computer Imagers

    公开(公告)号:US20190124246A1

    公开(公告)日:2019-04-25

    申请号:US16160228

    申请日:2018-10-15

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: The present invention can provide solutions to many common imaging problems, such as, for example, unevenly distributed illumination, shadows, white balance adjustment, colored ambient light and high dynamic range imaging. Imaging systems and methods can be provided through a computer (e.g., laptop or desktop) such that the system or method can take advantage of the computer's processing power to provide functionality that goes beyond typical camera. Such an imaging system may include an imaging device, a camera, a light source and a user interface.

    SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE KEYBOARD ILLUMINATION
    9.
    发明申请
    SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE KEYBOARD ILLUMINATION 有权
    电子设备键盘照明系统与方法

    公开(公告)号:US20130069562A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-03-21

    申请号:US13678130

    申请日:2012-11-15

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A keyboard may be generally illuminated while also providing for key-specific illumination of one or more particular keys. The keyboard may be generally illuminated using any configuration of any number of suitable illumination sources. The keyboard may selectively illuminate any key or keys together with or apart from the general illumination of other keys. The keyboard may also variably illuminate certain keys to aid the user in navigating the keyboard.

    Abstract translation: 键盘通常可以被照亮,同时还提供一个或多个特定键的按键特定照明。 通常可以使用任何数量的合适的照明源的任何配置来照亮键盘。 键盘可以选择性地照亮与其他键的一般照明一起或分开的任何键或键。 键盘还可以可变地照亮某些键以帮助用户导航键盘。

    Ambient light sensing technique
    10.
    发明授权
    Ambient light sensing technique 有权
    环境光感测技术

    公开(公告)号:US09355588B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-05-31

    申请号:US14512879

    申请日:2014-10-13

    Applicant: APPLE INC.

    Abstract: A method for controlling characteristics of an electronic device based on ambient light levels is provided. In one embodiment, the method includes receiving light at an ambient light sensor of a device and measuring components, such as color components, of the visible light. The component levels may be weighted differently by factors that vary based on the intensity of the light received by the ambient light sensor. Also, the brightness level of a light source in the device or color output of the device may be controlled based on the weighted component levels. Additional methods, systems, and devices relating to control of an electronic device based on sensed ambient light are also disclosed.

    Abstract translation: 提供了一种基于环境光水平来控制电子设备的特性的方法。 在一个实施例中,该方法包括在设备的环境光传感器处接收光并测量可见光的诸如颜色分量的组件。 可以基于由环境光传感器接收的光的强度而变化的因素来对组分水平进行不同的加权。 此外,可以基于加权的分量水平来控制设备中的光源的亮度级别或设备的颜色输出。 还公开了与基于感测到的环境光的电子设备的控制有关的附加方法,系统和设备。

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