Abstract

A multispectral sensor array can include a combination of ranging sensor channels (e.g., LIDAR sensor channels) and ambient light sensor channels tuned to detect ambient light having a channel specific property (e.g., color). The sensor channels can be arranged and spaced to provide multispectral images of a field of view in which the multispectral images from different sensors are inherently aligned with each other to define an array of multispectral image pixels. Various optical elements can be provided to facilitate imaging operations. Light ranging/imaging systems incorporating multispectral sensor arrays can operate in rotating and/or static modes.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 7/481 - Constructional features, e.g. arrangements of optical elements
• G06F 21/10 - Protecting distributed programs or content, e.g. vending or licensing of copyrighted material
• G01S 7/486 - Receivers
• G01S 17/02 - Systems using the reflection of electromagnetic waves other than radio waves
• G01S 17/08 - Systems determining position data of a target for measuring distance only

Abstract

The present disclosure provides for a protective covering, which includes a cover portion, an elongated piece of fabric, a first coupling mechanism, and a second coupling mechanism. The cover portion is for a seat cushion. The elongated piece of fabric extends from the cover portion. The first coupling mechanism couples the cover portion to a first end of the elongated piece of fabric. The second coupling mechanism is configured to couple the cover portion to a second end of the elongated piece of fabric.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47C 31/02 - Upholstery attaching means
• A44B 11/25 - Buckles; Similar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts with two or more separable parts
• A47C 31/10 - Loose furniture covers
• B60N 2/58 - Seat coverings
• B60N 2/70 - Upholstery springs

Abstract

The present disclosure provides for a protective covering, which includes a cover portion, an elongated piece of fabric, a first coupling mechanism, and a second coupling mechanism. The cover portion is for a seat cushion. The elongated piece of fabric extends from the cover portion. The first coupling mechanism couples the cover portion to a first end of the elongated piece of fabric. The second coupling mechanism is configured to couple the cover portion to a second end of the elongated piece of fabric.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47C 31/10 - Loose furniture covers
• B68G 15/00 - Auxiliary devices or tools specially for upholstery

Abstract

Embodiments describe optical imagers that include one or more micro-optic components. Some imagers can be passive imagers that include a light detection system for receiving ambient light from a field. Some imagers can be active imagers that include a light emission system in addition to the light detection system. The light emission system can be configured to emit light into the field such that emitted light is reflected off surfaces of an object in the field and received by the light detection system. In some embodiments, the light detection system and/or the light emission system includes micro-optic components for improving operational performance.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01J 1/02 - Photometry, e.g. photographic exposure meter - Details
• G01J 1/08 - Arrangements of light sources specially adapted for photometry
• G01J 1/44 - Electric circuits

Abstract

A calibration system is provided including an aperture layer, a lens layer, an optical filter, a pixel layer and a regulator. The aperture layer defines a calibration aperture. The lens layer includes a calibration lens substantially axially aligned with the calibration aperture. The optical filter is adjacent the lens layer opposite the aperture layer. The pixel layer is adjacent the optical filter opposite the lens layer and includes a calibration pixel substantially axially aligned with the calibration lens. The calibration pixel detects light power of an illumination source that outputs a band of wavelengths of light as a function of a parameter. The regulator modifies the parameter of the illumination source based on a light power detected by the calibration pixel.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 40/00 - Calibration, e.g. of probes
• G01N 21/01 - Arrangements or apparatus for facilitating the optical investigation
• G01N 21/17 - Systems in which incident light is modified in accordance with the properties of the material investigated
• G11B 7/125 - Optical beam sources therefor, e.g. laser control circuitry specially adapted for optical storage devices; Modulators, e.g. means for controlling the size or intensity of optical spots or optical traces