Abstract: An image processing system for inspecting object distance and dimensions is disclosed. A calibrated hand-held camera with an integrated collimated laser is deployed in order to capture input images. The images are then processed in order to determine the object distance and related parameters such as displacements and surface dimensions.
Abstract: Methods of adaptive frame rate control are provided far compressed video where resources are limited by either network or CPU characteristics. The methods include the determination of the type of compressed video frames to be transmitted or decoded and utilizing the principles of video compression and networking in order to limit the perceived loss of quality of the rendered video to the end user.
Abstract: A Mobile Streaming Camera is operable by an Operator for communication with one of more Remote Clients through a wireless network allows compressed communication of video and audio in both directions together with voice signals in a telephony type communication. The remote client is able to control the operation by voice signals or direct control. A video display at the Camera and at the remote client allows communication of additional data.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 7, 2004
Date of Patent:
May 22, 2007
Assignee:
Librestream Technologies Inc.
Inventors:
Kerry E. Thacher, Christopher T. Kavanagh, Conway A. Wieler, Robert R. McConnell, Timothy N. Braun, Donald A. Freiling, Kent D. Wotherspoon, William J. Gillanders