1088 results about "Visual identification" patented technology

A proximity sensor for controlling a component that may be installed on a window, on an interior or exterior pillar of a vehicle, on a control panel or any suitable location on a vehicle or any other structure. The sensor includes a substrate and a conductive layer disposed on the substrate. The conductive layer is formed from a conductive ink composition with the conductive layer defining at least one circuit for controlling the component when a user is in proximity to the conductive layer. A protective layer is disposed over the conductive layer. At least one of the conductive layer and the protective layer defines a graphic formed through the layer for visual identification to the user.

A rotating machine valve health monitor. Aspects of the valve monitor include instrumenting each valve of a reciprocating compressor, or other rotating machine, with a sensor capable of detecting at least vibration and instrumenting the crank shaft with a sensor capable of detecting at least rotation. A controller directly monitors the operation and condition of each valve to precisely identify any individual valve exhibiting leakage issues rather than only identifying the region of the leakage. The valve monitor uses a relatively high frequency stress wave analysis technique to provide a good signal-to-noise ratio to identify impact events indicative of leakage. The valve monitor uses circular waveforms of vibration data for individual valves to identify leakage by pattern recognition or visual identification. The valve monitor provides ongoing data collection to give warning of predicted valve failure and scheduling of preventative maintenance for failing valves.

The present application concerns the visual identification of materials or documents for tracking or authentication purposes.It describes methods to automatically authenticate an object by comparing some object images with reference images, the object images being characterized by the fact that visual elements used for comparison are non-disturbing for the naked eye. In some described approaches it provides the operator with visible features to locate the area to be imaged. It also proposes ways for real-time implementation enabling user friendly detection using mobile devices like smart phones.

A highly automated non-confining system to continuously, or at selected time intervals identify, measure, monitor and manage the consumption behavior, substance intake, body weight and growth of individual animals in their usual production environment including range, pasture, feedlot, dairy and farm without disruption to typical behaviors in order to determine, analyze, model and predict a variety of conditions relating to animal health, productivity, efficiency and quality. A transmitter generally attached to the animal identifies the individual animal by a unique individual code. A weighing device measures animal weight while an animal is consuming substances. An antenna receives the unique signal from the transmitter and a transmitting and receiving device sends acquired signals to a computer and receives instructions from a computer. A computer acquires signals and modification factors incorporated in the computer generate an event or interval measurement of an animal's weight and gain, growth rate and substance consumption, and the animal behavior affecting the measurement. A visual identification mechanism marks cattle that the computer system has determined require intervention. The system models and predicts animal health and growth, performance, carcass characteristics, feed utilization, manure and methane output.

A method and apparatus for the visual identification of materials for tracking an object comprises parameter setting, acquisition and identification phases. The parameter setting phase comprises the steps of defining acquisition parameters for the objects. The acquisition phase comprises the steps of digitally acquiring two-dimensional template image of an object, applying a flattening function and generating downsampled template version of the flattened template and storing it in a reference database with the flattened template. The identification phase comprises the steps of digitally acquiring a snapshot image, applying the flattening function and generating one downsampled version, cross-correlating the downsampled version of the flattened snapshot with the corresponding downsampled templates of the reference database, and selecting templates according to the value of the signal to noise ratio, for the selected templates, cross-correlating the flattened snapshot image with the reference flattened template, and identifying the object by finding the best corresponding template.

A protective sleeve for the placement of credit cards or other cards bearing magnetic strips and bar codes on a rear surface of the cards is presented to place such card into the protective sleeve to prevent damage to the bar code and the magnetic strip attached to the cards, the sleeve having a front clear portion for the visual identification of the front of the card and a rear portion having a thin non-conductive metallic strip imbedded on the rear portion coinciding with the location of the magnetic strip on the card, and a smooth fabric portion coinciding with the location of the printed bar code on the card, the bar code and magnetic strip being generally provided on the rear surface of the card.

Techniques for facilitating the exchange of information and transactions between two entities associated with two wireless devices when the devices are in close proximity to each other. A first device uses a first short range wireless capability to detect an identifier transmitted from a second device in proximity, ideally using existing radio capabilities such as Bluetooth (IEEE802.15.1-2002) or Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11). The detected identifier, being associated with the device, is also associated with an entity. Rather than directly exchanging application data flow between the two devices using the short range wireless capability, a second wireless capability allows for one or more of the devices to communicate with a central server via the internet, and perform the exchange of application data flow. By using a central server to draw on stored information and content associated with the entities the server can broker the exchange of information between the entities and the devices.

The invention relates to the field of computer vision recognition and transfer learning, and provides a small sample and zero sample image classification method based on metric learning and meta-learning, which comprises the following steps of: constructing a training data set and a target task data set; selecting a support set and a test set from the training data set; respectively inputting samples of the test set and the support set into a feature extraction network to obtain feature vectors; sequentially inputting the feature vectors of the test set and the support set into a feature attention module and a distance measurement module, calculating the category similarity of the test set sample and the support set sample, and updating the parameters of each module by utilizing a loss function; repeating the above steps until the parameters of the networks of the modules converge, and completing the training of the modules; and enabling the to-be-tested picture and the training picture in the target task data set to sequentially pass through a feature extraction network, a feature attention module and a distance measurement module, and outputting a category label with the highestcategory similarity with the test set to obtain a classification result of the to-be-tested picture.

A product line that is tailored to the fit and absorbency needs of users, and a visual identification device that identifies absorbent products predicted to satisfy users' fit and absorbency requirements. The identification device has product designations that identify absorbent products, size designations that relate to the sizes of the absorbent articles, and absorbency designations that relate to the absorbent properties of the absorbent articles. Each product designation is associated with a combination of one size designation and one absorbency designation so that the size and absorbency of each product is clearly identified. At least two product designations are associated with one of the size designations.

A head-mount type display device adapted to allow a user to visually recognize a virtual image in a state of being worn on the head of the user includes an image display section having an image light generation section adapted to generate an image light representing an image, a light blocking section adapted to transmit external light at a predetermined transmittance, and a virtual image forming section adapted to transmit the external light transmitted through the light blocking section and to form the virtual image in an eye of the user with the image light, and configured to allow the user to visually recognize the virtual image and an external image, an operation section with which the user inputs operation data, and a control section adapted to perform control of changing the transmittance of the light blocking section in accordance with operation data from the operation section.

A method and apparatus for the visual identification of materials for tracking an object comprises parameter setting, acquisition and identification phases. The parameter setting phase comprises the steps of defining acquisition parameters for the objects. The acquisition phase comprises the steps of digitally acquiring two-dimensional template image of an object, applying a flattening function and generating downsampled template version of the flattened template and storing it in a reference database with the flattened template. The identification phase comprises the steps of digitally acquiring a snapshot image, applying the flattening function and generating one downsampled version, cross-correlating the downsampled version of the flattened snapshot with the corresponding downsampled templates of the reference database, and selecting templates according to the value of the signal to noise ratio, for the selected templates, cross-correlating the flattened snapshot image with the reference flattened template, and identifying the object by finding the best corresponding template.

A radiation monitoring system for detecting levels of radiation emitted from moving objects traveling at a wide range of speeds, including the high speeds normally encountered with vehicles traveling on highways, interstates, thoroughfares, railroads and conveyors. At least two and preferably three ionizing radiation detectors are employed, spaced apart in series along the direction of travel of the moving object or vehicle. The object or vehicle is monitored for radioactivity and the results are transmitted and processed at a central location. The individual results from each detector for a particular object or vehicle are summed and averaged over the number of detectors used thereby clearly distinguishing the fluctuating background radiation detected at each detector from the consistent high levels of radiation detected from those moving objects or vehicles measured emitting radiation. The results are cooperatively linked by an identification system such as a web cam or other photographic device which obtains visual identification of the objects and vehicles emitting the abnormally high levels of radiation detected.

An apparatus, method and system for facilitating visual identification of a prohibited object in an image during security screening are provided. Data derived from an apparatus that scans the receptacle with penetrating radiation conveying an image of the contents of a receptacle is received. Information from an automated threat detection processor is also received and indicates an area of interest in the image potentially containing a prohibited object. The image is then processed to generate an enhanced image. In a first example, portions of the enhanced image outside the area of interest are visually de-emphasized. In a second example, features appearing inside the area of interest are visually emphasized. The enhanced image is then displayed on a display device. Optionally, thumbnail images associated with previously screened receptacles are displayed and a user is enabled to select one or more thumbnail images. An enhanced image corresponding to the selected thumbnail image is then displayed. In alternative implementations, an apparatus, method and system for use in screening a person for facilitating visual identification of a prohibited object thereon is provided.

The invention discloses an automatic storage system of an industrial robot. The automatic storage system comprises a robot sorting area, a speed-fold chain, an AGV trolley, an intelligent three-dimensional warehouse and a central controller. The robot sorting area comprises a flat belt conveyor, a robot and a vision identification device. The flat belt conveyor receives a signal sent by the central controller and controls trays to move in the conveying direction of the flat belt conveyor. The vision identification device is installed on any side of the flat belt conveyor and located above the trays. A camera of the vision identification device is used for photographing the tray area below the camera, and the photographing area of the camera at least includes one tray. The vision identification device detects and identifies photos photographed by the camera, sends feature data obtained through identification to the central controller and sends a signal to the robot, and the robot receives the signal to transfer and put specified articles on the storage trays of the speed-fold chain to achieve sorting. According to the automatic storage system of the industrial robot, labor force of workers is liberated, and product detecting, sorting and storing efficiency is improved.

The invention discloses pearl real-time detection and grading system based on machine vision which includes: computer vision recognition component which is equipped under the charging conduit of pearl charging device, and pearl sorting device is equipped under the computer vision recognition component. Using the computer vision technology, collecting image of sequential free-falling pearl surface, sending the collected image to DSP and computers and other hardware apparatus to dealing, then distinguishing the pearl classification standard instantaneously through the dealing results, last sending the distinguishing information to sorting device to achieving classification of pearl with different characteristics automatically using devices. It can get pearl whole surface image, can complete the testing of whole apparent quality index such as pearl size, shape, smooth, defect and color, etc. simultaneously, achieve the rapid real-time detection and grading. The system can adapt to different classification speed, and the structure is simple, adaptability is strong.

Vehicle tailgating detection system comprising an unmarked police vehicle having a back end, a camera, still or video, installed on the police vehicle facing rearwards for acquiring and recording visual identification information about the tailgating vehicle during the tailgating incident, and a proximity sensor installed on the police vehicle to determine and transmit information about the distance between the unmarked police vehicle and the tailgating vehicle. Also included is a data processing computer for recording and processing identifying information about the tailgating vehicle, information about the distance between the vehicles and the speed of the vehicles, and information about the location, date and time of the tailgating incident. A global positioning navigation device for acquiring and recording information about the location coordinates of the vehicles during the tailgating incident and means to print a report with details about the tailgating incident from which a moving violation citation may be issued are also provided.

The invention relates to a method and a device for switching double screens of a terminal, which are used for solving the technical problem that a liquid crystal display screen of the existing terminal equipment is great in electricity consumption and low in visual identification property in the sun. The method comprises the steps of judging whether the currently closed application belongs to a preset type application or not; when the application belongs to the preset type application, calling an electronic ink screen and closing the liquid crystal display screen; when the application does not belong to the preset type application, calling the liquid crystal display screen and closing the electronic ink screen. According to the technical scheme, the electronic ink screen and the liquid crystal display screen are switched according to the judgment whether the currently closed application belongs to a preset type application or not; by combining the liquid crystal display screen and the electronic ink screen, the advantages of the liquid crystal display screen and the electronic ink screen are utilized, so that the performance of terminal equipment is improved, in such a way, the electricity consumption of the terminal equipment is reduced, a user can conveniently carry the terminal equipment, the visual identification property is improved, and furthermore, the user experience is improved.

The invention discloses an intelligent luggage barrow of an airport. The intelligent luggage barrow is characterized in comprising a main body frame, a control panel, a deep visual identification device, a control box and a chassis driving device, wherein the main body frame comprises a luggage load bearing device and a functional frame; the functional frame comprises two supporting rods and an advertising space panel arranged between the two supporting rods; a small part luggage frame is arranged between the supporting rods on the top; two sides of the top end of each supporting rod are provided with panel supporting frames; the control panel is embedded into the panel supporting frames on two sides and is fixed by bolts; the deep visual identification device is fixed on a rear plate of the small part luggage frame; the chassis driving device is arranged on a wheel axle, and the supporting rods above the chassis driving device are riveted with the control box; a control system is integrated in the control box. According to the intelligent luggage barrow, functions including autonomous navigation, intelligent following, voice interaction, service consultation, on-line entertainment, convenient shopping, automatic weighting, forbidden article detection, automatic conversation, one-key recovery, kid missing prevention, automatic printing of boarding checks and the like are combined, and the intelligent luggage barrow of the airport can lead intelligent, fashionable, relaxed and convenient brand-new airport service experience.

An apparatus, method and system for facilitating visual identification of a threat in an image during security screening are provided. Data derived from an apparatus that scans the receptacle with penetrating radiation conveying an image of the contents of a receptacle is received. The data conveying the image of the contents of the receptacle is processed to derive an area of interest in the image, the area of interest potentially containing a threat. First threat information conveying the area of interest in the image is then displayed on a display device while the area of interest in the image is processed to derive second threat information associated to the receptacle. The second threat information is then displayed on the display device such that the second threat information is displayed subsequently to the displaying of the first threat information. In alternative implementations, an apparatus, method and system for use in screening a person for facilitating visual identification of a threat located on the person is provided.

The invention discloses a robot system with visual servo and detection functions. The robot system comprises a robot, an image acquisition and image processing unit, a robot vision servo control unit and a communication network unit for connecting all the modules, wherein data and signal transmission among all the units is realized by the communication network unit; the robot vision servo control unit sends or receives a control signal of the robot by the communication network unit, rapidly understands the surrounding and constructs a vision feedback control model at the same time, so as to realize vision identification and movement control functions of the robot. The movement control of the robot adopts a method of combining offline programming with robot vision servo control to carry out automatic control on the robot and a tail end executer, so that the movement control efficiency of the robot and the repeated positioning precision and flexibility of the robot are improved; the robot system has higher intelligence. Robot control has a non-contact quality detection function based on robot vision; the robot system is simple in structure and convenient to operate.

The Kanban process-management approach establishes inventory levels at different stages in manufacturing, standardizes batch sizes and signals production / delivery of a new shipment only as a previous shipment is consumed. However, users viewing Kanban charts whilst able to view tasks by different stages within a process have little comprehension of the timing associated with the tasks individually or as a sequence nor of resource workload and availability. Accordingly, a planning and resource tool allowing disparate project planning methodologies to be combined would allow a user to view not only their tasks within a graphical user interface providing comparable features to the user friendly KanBan format but also to allow them to rapidly visualize the inter-relationship of their tasks with the overall process. Such a tool would allow for quick visual identification of issues relating to their and others workload and availability.

The invention discloses an embedded guidance device of autonomous vehicle in automated transportation and an intelligent composite guidance method thereof, belonging to the field of autonomous vehicle guidance. An image processor, a master controller, a motion controller and an interface controller of the device of the invention are all connected to a CAN bus via an isolation transceiver, the device further comprises a picture pick-up system, an encoder, a memory, a driving system, a human-machine interface and the like. The composite guidance method thereof comprises network path traveling guidance based on radio frequency identification and single path tracking guidance based on visual identification, the former accomplishes path choice and junction turning of vehicle at intersections with multiple marked lines, the latter accomplishes precise movement of vehicle along guidance marked lines and precise location thereof at stop signs. The invention enriches acquiring ways of guidance information, improves processing speed of guidance information and enhances intelligent service ability of autonomous vehicle.

The invention discloses a firework identification method and a firework identification system based on deep learning of an image. The firework identification method comprises the following steps of step 1, acquiring a label-free sample image set and a label sample image set; step 2, obtaining a label-free training data set and a label training data set; step 3, performing whitening preliminary processing on training data; step 4, based on the label-free training data subjected to the whitening preliminary processing, constructing a deep neutral network based on sparse self coding by adopting unsupervised learning, and extracting a basic image feature set of the label-free training data; step 5, convolving basic image features and pooling image data; step 6, training a Softmax classifier based on the convolved and pooled label training data set; step 7, inputting the convolved and pooled images to be identified into the trained Softmax classifier to obtain the identification result. According to the firework identification method and the firework identification system disclosed by the invention, the visual identification rate of fireworks and a similar object can be effectively improved, and automatic identification with higher precision for the fireworks can be realized.

A visual Reference tag is formed from an array of cells, wherein each cell is visually distinct from all other cells in a given neighborhood and each of said cells contains a single visual cue, for example a unique color, selected from a finite number of visual cues.

The present invention provides devices for identifying medical lines. The devices provide for rapid visual identification of the medical line, and are particularly useful in field situations or emergency situations. Both illuminated and non-illuminated devices are described, the former particularly useful in low ambient light environments.

A highly automated non-confining system to continuously, or at selected time intervals identify, measure, monitor and manage the consumption behavior, substance intake, body weight and growth of individual animals in their usual production environment including range, pasture, feedlot, dairy and farm without disruption to typical behaviors in order to determine, analyze, model and predict a variety of conditions relating to animal health, productivity, efficiency and quality. A transmitter generally attached to the animal identifies the individual animal by a unique individual code. A weighing device measures animal weight while an animal is consuming substances. An antenna receives the unique signal from the transmitter and a transmitting and receiving device sends acquired signals to a computer and receives instructions from a computer. A computer acquires signals and modification factors incorporated in the computer generate an event or interval measurement of an animal's weight and gain, growth rate and substance consumption, and the animal behavior affecting the measurement. A visual identification mechanism marks cattle that the computer system has determined require intervention. The system models and predicts animal health and growth, performance, carcass characteristics, feed utilization, manure and methane output.

The invention provides a machine vision method for identifying the dial plate information of a multi-pointer instrument. The machine vision method mainly comprises the following steps of: acquiring an image containing information of the multi-pointer instrument, preprocessing the acquired image, positioning and marking a dial plate of the multi-pointer instrument in the image, segmenting the dialplate of the instrument in the image of the dial plate of the multi-pointer instrument, carrying out mathematical morphological filtering, extracting pointer characteristics in the dial plate by means of a human-eye-vision based jumping searching pointer and a human-eye-vision staring characteristic, calculating readings of the pointers of the instrument and the like. The machine vision method provided by the invention can be used for automatically carrying out vision identification on the information of the dial plate of the multi-pointer instrument in one image, and has the advantages of high degree of automation, accuracy in measurement, high efficiency and the like; and compared with the detection method in which one image and one instrument are provided in single-pointer instrument detection at present, the invention improves the utilization rate of the pointer instrument detection equipment and reduces the instrument detection cost.