148 results about "Multi-function display" patented technology

A cockpit display system has a display, such as a multi-function display (MFD) for displaying a graphical representation of an input device when a sensor senses that an aviator's finger is proximate to the input device. The display graphically depicts in real-time the position of the aviator's finger relative to the buttons of the input device. The aviator's finger can be depicted by an icon, shading or highlighting. When the aviator lightly touches a button, the graphical representation of that button can for example be highlighted, shaded or colored. Furthermore, when the button is firmly depressed, the graphical representation of that button can change color or shading. The aviator can thus operate any awkwardly located input device by simply reaching toward the input device and then guiding his finger to the correct button by looking at the graphical representation of the input device.

A multi-function display controller that includes a source detector unit for determining if the source of an input stream is either film originated source originated or video source originated. A source converter unit for converting the input image stream to a common signal processing format is coupled to the source detector unit. Once converted to the common signal processing format, a determination is made if the input image stream is interlaced or non-interlaced (progressive scan). If the input image stream is interlaced, a de-interlace unit converts the interlaced signal to progressive scan using either motion adaptive or motion compensated de-interlacing techniques. It should be noted that in the described embodiment, motion vectors generated for use by the motion compensated de-interlace can be optionally stored in a memory unit for use in subsequent operations, such as motion compensated frame rate conversion or noise reduction (if any).

Systems and methods are provided for integrated control, access, and customizable presentation of navigation related, flight information data on a multifunction display (MFD) within a cockpit. The MFD includes a bezel having controls located thereon which are adapted for controlling display formats, communication devices, navigational devices, and equipment sensors. A display is located adjacent to the bezel. The display is adapted to include at least one display region having navigation related data. At least one of the controls is operable to variably select a display format for the at least one display region.

The present invention is directed to a system and methods, embodiments of which provide increased situation awareness information in an improved Synthetic Vision System (SVS). According to the present invention, a Primary Flight Display (PFD), a top-down view Multi-Function Display (MFD), and side-view Vertical Profile Display (VPD) are presented on one user interface with an input device, such as a transparent touch screen for quick and easy data entry. The present invention also provides color shading, such as red, to communicate areas where the aircraft may be in conflict with terrain or obstacles at a point in time in the future.

An avionics system having displays with display configurations pilot selected for a phase of flight of an aircraft and reconfigurable for each phase of flight. A multifunction flight display stores and displays the stored phase of flight display configurations for each phase of flight of the aircraft. A cursor control panel connected to the multifunction display for changes from one stored phase of flight display configuration to another stored phase of flight display configuration when the aircraft changes phase of flight. The cursor control panel also is used for reconfiguring the display configuration for each phase of flight. The cursor control panel has phase of flight quick access pushbuttons for selecting a stored phase of flight configuration and for reconfiguring a stored phase of flight configuration into a new phase of flight configuration by selecting the new configuration and pressing a phase of flight quick access pushbutton for a predetermined time to store the new configuration.

A GPS-based vehicle guidance system method for providing an integrated display for the operator of a vehicle and provides determining the ideal swath path based on predetermined and user inputted parameters. The method is applied to both manual and automatic modes of operation, and includes the use of an integrated display that clearly indicates whether the system is operating in chase or pull mode of operation with continuous indicators. The method also includes providing guidance to the vehicle operator at the beginning of the process and during end of row turns, to enable the vehicle to align with the predetermined swath paths.

The invention relates to a quick installation multifunctional display comprising at least two display units, connecting pieces for connecting the display units together; said display unit comprises a frame formed by four side walls, and through-holes are formed in the side walls of the frame, said connecting pieces connect the display units together by the through-holes in the side walls of the frame. The quick installation multifunctional display of the present invention could be formed by connecting the display units together through the connecting pieces, which makes the installation very convenient; furthermore, the workload and time for installation of the quick installation multifunctional display could be decreased, which lowers the installation costs.

A camera is provided that includes a first panel including a plurality of lens units to capture an image, the lens units being disposed at one side of the first panel; a second panel that is rotatably connected to one edge of the first panel so that the first panel and the second panel rotate relative to each other between a first position contacting the one side of the first panel and a second position contacting the other side of the second panel; and an electronic mirror display unit to display an image if a signal is applied to the electronic mirror display unit and to reflect light if a signal is not applied to the electronic mirror display unit, the electronic mirror display unit being disposed at one side of the second panel corresponding to the one side of the first panel at the first position.

A sensing device for detecting the presence of carbon monoxide in a selected space of concern and communicating with a remote monitoring device is provided. The sensing device comprises (a) a detection device configured to sense the presence of carbon monoxide in the selected space of concern, (b) a monitoring device remote from the detection device, for communicating information to an operator, and (c) the detector in circuit communication with the monitoring device, to transmit information from the detection device to the monitoring device that is related to carbon monoxide in the selected space. According to one preferred embodiment, the sensing device is designed for an aircraft. The remote monitoring device is the multifunctional display of the aircraft cockpit. In addition, in a preferred embodiment, a reset / retest actuator is connected with the multifunctional display, and is in circuit communication with the detection device. The reset / retest actuator is selectively actuated from the multifunctional display to send a reset / retest signal to the detection device, to reset the detection device, and to initiate operation of the detection device to repeat its carbon monoxide detection process and provide a signal related to the level of carbon monoxide detected by the detection device. Moreover, in a preferred embodiment, a heating element is provided that is proximate to the carbon monoxide detection component. The heating element is selectively actuated to heat the air space about the carbon monoxide detection component. Also, an adjustment device associated with the output of the CO detection device, for adjusting the output of the detection device in response to a signal related to the air pressure in the selected space of concern. These features are particularly useful in a detection device for an aircraft, where ambient temperatures may drop to levels that can adversely affect the performance of the detection device, or where pressure changes in the aircraft may affect the sensitivity of the detection device.

According to an example embodiment, a method for changing the display of a function on a flight deck display having a plurality of non-overlapping display regions comprises the steps of, receiving a first input that identifies the function, receiving a second input that identifies a first display region of the plurality of non-overlapping display regions, and displaying at least a portion of the first function using the first display region in response to receiving the first input and receiving the second input.

A torque based power limit cueing system is provided and includes an engine computer to compile data relating to torque and additional information of each of one or more engines, an active stick by which tactile cueing are provided to a pilot and by which the pilot inputs control commands, a multi-function display (MFD) by which visible cues are provided to the pilot and a flight control computer (FCC) operably coupled to the engine computer, the active stick and the multi-function display, the FCC being configured to receive the data from the engine computer and to output tactile cue commands and visible commands in accordance with the torque and the additional information of each of the one or more engines to the active stick and the MFD, respectively.

Systems and methods are provided for integrated control, access, and customizable presentation of navigation related, flight information data on a multifunction display (MFD) within a cockpit. The MFD includes a bezel having controls located thereon which are adapted for controlling display formats, communication devices, navigational devices, and equipment sensors. A display is located adjacent to the bezel. The display is adapted to include at least one display region having navigation related data. At least one of the controls is operable to variably select a display format for the at least one display region.

A sensing device for detecting the presence of carbon monoxide in a selected space of concern and communicating with a remote monitoring device is provided. The sensing device comprises (a) a detection device configured to sense the presence of carbon monoxide in the selected space of concern, (b) a monitoring device remote from the detection device, for communicating information to an operator, and (c) the detector in circuit communication with the monitoring device, to transmit information from the detection device to the monitoring device that is related to carbon monoxide in the selected space. According to one preferred embodiment, the sensing device is designed for an aircraft. The remote monitoring device is the multifunctional display of the aircraft cockpit. In addition, in a preferred embodiment, a reset / retest actuator is connected with the multifunctional display, and is in circuit communication with the detection device. The reset / retest actuator is selectively actuated from the multifunctional display to send a reset / retest signal to the detection device, to reset the detection device, and to initiate operation of the detection device to repeat its carbon monoxide detection process and provide a signal related to the level of carbon monoxide detected by the detection device. Moreover, in a preferred embodiment, a heating element is provided that is proximate to the carbon monoxide detection component. The heating element is selectively actuated to heat the air space about the carbon monoxide detection component. Also, an adjustment device associated with the output of the CO detection device, for adjusting the output of the detection device in response to a signal related to the air pressure in the selected space of concern. These features are particularly useful in a detection device for an aircraft, where ambient temperatures may drop to levels that can adversely affect the performance of the detection device, or where pressure changes in the aircraft may affect the sensitivity of the detection device.

A method and apparatus for remotely controlling a power state of devices comprises interconnecting, with an Ethernet cable, a first multi-function display (MFD) and at least one device for communicating with the first MFD. The first MFD comprises a switch for changing a power state. A power source provides power for the first MFD and the at least one device. The first MFD remotely controls the power state of the at least one device through a control signal output to the Ethernet cable. The at least one device receives the control signal and changes the power state of the at least one device in response to the control signal.

The invention discloses a multifunctional display device for teaching, which comprises a base plate, support plates are fixedly installed on both sides of the upper surface of the base plate, and two first chute parallel to each other are opened on the inner wall of the support plate. A first display board and a second display board are respectively arranged therebetween. The first display board and the second display board are both slidably connected to the support board through the first slider inside the first chute, and the outer side of the left support board is fixedly installed. There is the first tightening bolt. In the present invention, by arranging a first display board, a second display board, a first winding drum, a curtain and a second winding drum, the curtain is wound in the first winding drum, and the teacher can normally use the display device for teaching. When using the projector for multimedia teaching, the second reel is driven to rotate by the servo motor, and the screen in the first reel is pulled out, so that multimedia teaching can be carried out, which increases the function of the display device, and is more convenient to use. Save time and effort.

A multi-function display is provided with selectively autonomous secondary modules. A primary device is made up of a central display controller for determining display functions, and at least one docking port. Each docking port selectively connects a SDD to the primary device mechanically, and electrically connects a docked SDD to the central display controller. Each SDD includes a local display screen, and a local display controller for determining local display functions. Each SDD includes a docking port for selectively interfacing to a primary device docking port, and also includes a governor module. The governor module has an interface to determine if the SDD is docked to the primary device. The governor module permits the central display controller to determine local display functions in response to the SDD being docked with the primary device, or permits the local display controller to determine local display functions in response to the SDD not being docked.

A torque based power limit cueing system is provided and includes an engine computer to compile data relating to torque and additional information of each of one or more engines, an active stick by which tactile cueing are provided to a pilot and by which the pilot inputs control commands, a multi-function display (MFD) by which visible cues are provided to the pilot and a flight control computer (FCC) operably coupled to the engine computer, the active stick and the multi-function display, the FCC being configured to receive the data from the engine computer and to output tactile cue commands and visible commands in accordance with the torque and the additional information of each of the one or more engines to the active stick and the MFD, respectively.

An electro-hydraulic pump for hydrodynamic compression tools which comprises a pump housing carrying an electric motor and a hydrodynamic group for pressurizing a hydraulic liquid, a control circuit for controlling the electric motor, a flexible pressure hose connected to the hydrodynamic group, and a work head of the tool to communicate the hydraulic liquid pressure to the work head. A flexible control cable connects the control circuit in the pump housing to a hand held remote control. The hand held remote control comprises an actuating button for starting the electric motor and a button for selecting an operation mode of the electro-hydraulic pump from a plurality of pre-set operation modes, as well as a multifunction display which shows the selected operation mode.

The invention relates to the technical field of avionics, in particular to a helicopter integrated information display system comprising two multifunctional displays and a multifunctional controller. The multifunctional displays which are completely same are interconnected with a data / signal source through data buses through discrete interfaces and analog interfaces and are connected with each other through a data bus. The multifunctional controller is connected to the multifunctional displays through data buses. The integrated information display system is designed focusing on a single-drive or double-drive helicopter, a system air line can be changed, unit quantity is small, cost is low, the number of interfaces is large, and the system is configurable and has a human-computer interface more adaptable to Chinese drivers. Since the system comprises three air line changeable units, product quantity is small, system cost is low, and maintenance cost is low; a large number of the data buses, discrete interfaces and analog interfaces of the system are preserved, and flexible application of the interfaces can be realized through software configuration.

The invention discloses an integrated avionics system for light aircrafts, and belongs to the field of integrated avionics systems of aircrafts. The integrated avionics system comprises a navigation subsystem, a communication subsystem and an indicating / recording subsystem; the communication subsystem comprises an audio control panel, a very high frequency station and an earphone microphone component; the indicating / recording subsystem comprises a primary flight display, a multifunctional display, an integrated processor, an engine parameter collector and an aircraft body state collector; the navigation subsystem comprises a flight environment monitoring system, a posture and direction control system and a radio navigation control system; the integrated avionics system disclosed by the invention can replace the original discrete instrument, reduce the incidence of human errors, improve the utilization rate of indicating contents of the indicating system, reduce the use and maintenance costs of general aircrafts, improve the attendance and the security of the general aircrafts and satisfy the client demands.

A method and apparatus for remotely controlling a power state of devices comprises interconnecting, with an Ethernet cable, a first multi-function display (MFD) and at least one device for communicating with the first MFD. The first MFD comprises a switch for changing a power state. A power source provides power for the first MFD and the at least one device. The first MFD remotely controls the power state of the at least one device through a control signal output to the Ethernet cable. The at least one device receives the control signal and changes the power state of the at least one device in response to the control signal.

The invention discloses an anti-collision alarm method suitable for a helicopter. The method comprises: calculating a normal trajectory and an escape trajectory of the helicopter in real time at certain frequency during flight of the helicopter; determining a helicopter obstacle / high-tension cable alarm boundary based on the normal trajectory and the escape trajectory of the helicopter; simplifying an obstacle and high-tension cable system; superposing obstacle data and high-tension cable data to a terrain database to complete terrain database reconstruction; comparing the obstacle / high-tension cable alarm boundary with the reconstructed terrain database to perform alarm judgment; acquiring, by a multifunctional display, obstacle / high-tension cable data information around the helicopter, and displaying obstacles / high-tension cables within a certain range taking the position of the helicopter as a center on the display. The method provides anti-collision alarm for obstacles and high-tension cables on the flight line of the helicopter, to remind pilots of taking necessary mobile measures, so as to avoid obstacle or high-tension cable collision accidents.

The embodiment of the invention provides terminal equipment. The terminal equipment comprises a main display screen, a main display driving circuit, a functional area display screen, a function display driving circuit and a processor, wherein the main display driving circuit is connected with the main display screen and is used for driving the main display screen to display the information; the function display driving circuit is connected with the functional area display screen and is used for driving the functional area display screen to display the information; and the processor is respectively connected with the main display driving circuit and the function display driving circuit and is used for controlling the main display driving circuit and / or the function display driving circuit to work according to the state of the terminal equipment, so as to drive the main display screen and / or the function area display screen to display the information. By adopting the terminal equipment, the functional area display screen of the terminal equipment can be flexibly controlled to display the information, and the intelligence of the terminal equipment can be improved.

An aircraft cockpit with health monitoring system and method enables an occupant (e.g. a pilot) and / or a ground station to monitor the physical condition of the occupant during a flight. A sensor such as a pulse oximetry sensor is in predetermined location to an occupant seat (e.g. an aircraft cockpit seat), within the field of reach of a person seated in the seat. The sensor is supported in the predetermined location in a stable manner that provides sufficient reaction to insertion of a finger to enable insertion of a finger in the sensor while the person is in a seated position, and the sensor is in communication with a control box that processes data from the sensor, and presents the data, e.g. at a the multi functional display in an aircraft cockpit. During a flight, a pilot seated in the aircraft cockpit seat will be prompted to insert a finger into the pulse oximetry sensor to produce output at the multi functional display.

A railway train control system having a multi-purpose display is disclosed. The railway train control system includes a human-machine interface having a first display and a second, display. The first display provides a train control interface that enables a first operator, such as an engineer, to control one or more functions of the train. The second display is a multipurpose display that can switch between a standard mode and an application mode. The second display displays a read-only display of the train control interface in the standard mode and displays applications to enable a second operator, such as a conductor, to complete various tasks in the application mode.

The invention discloses an online fault diagnosis system and method for an excavator, which belong to the technical field of fault diagnosis in the excavator. The system comprises an online fault diagnosis instrument, a main controller, an electronic injection engine ECM (Engine Control Module) controller, a multifunctional display, and a GPS (Global Position System) controller; and the fault diagnosis method is realized by using the system. The online fault diagnosis system and method disclosed by the invention have the beneficial effects that: a general MID (Mobile Internet Device) on the market is selected and used as an fault diagnosis instrument, and the general MID has high hardware configuration, mature technique and good software development base platform and is convenient to carry and easy to develop a novel application software; the system mainly performs the communication among various data and information through a local area network formed by CAN (Control Area Network) buses; and the fault diagnosis instrument can monitor more working states, analyze the working states and modify parameters of the whole excavator on line and the like, so that much working state data of the whole excavator can be provided for repair engineers and technical staffs.

The invention relates to a method and a system for integration of portable devices with flight deck displays. The method for integration of a portable electronic device (PED) with a flight deck display in some embodiments includes providing an onboard network coupled to a flight-deck-installed, multi-function display and coupling the PED to the onboard network. The method may also include receiving information from a PED hosted application in the PED, routing information through a gateway and / or a plurality of firewalls, and displaying information on the flight-deck-installed, multi-function display. In some embodiments, a pilot control interface is coupled to the PED through the onboard network, and a plurality of functions on the PED is controlled via the pilot control interface. An airplane in some embodiments includes a fuselage portion, a wing portion, and a system that carries out the method, possibly through use of computer readable storage medium with stored instructions.

A novel display apparatus and method that enables the operator to shift gears smoothly on motor vehicles is described. The display shows engine revolutions per minute (RPM) at various traveling speeds for any gears all in one dial. The display may also show shifting paths for different driving styles. The static version of the display may be overlaid on top of existing tachometer. The dynamic version of display runs on portable devices with Global Positioning System (GPS) will show optimal RPM and shift indicator continuously. Further, the dynamic display is wireless networked to provide real-time driving instructions.

A computer system associated with a display and for receiving control inputs from at least two separately identifiable input sources, and adapted to display a shared control panel for the input sources, the shared control panel being associated with an application running on the computer system, the computer system being further adapted to allocate a functionality to one of the identifiable input sources in response to a selection of a function displayed in the shared control panel by said identifiable input source.