Patents Assigned to Precision Systems, Inc.
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Patent number: 9697679Abstract: A gaming machine having a liftable monitor is provided, wherein the cabinet has a receiving space defined therein, and the cabinet is formed with at least one opening communicating with the receiving space; a display unit is mounted to the cabinet by a pivoting device for closing the opening. Each rotary shaft of the pivoting device respectively and pivotally connects to an interior of the cabinet and the display unit, and at least one supporting arm pivotally connects between the cabinet and the display unit, such that the display unit is movable supported and secured by the rotary shafts and the supporting arm to allow the display unit to be lifted and rotated relative to the cabinet for opening/closing the opening.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2015Date of Patent: July 4, 2017Assignee: Entropy Precision System Inc.Inventors: Shih-An Ho, Yun-Kun Chen, Wei-Chu Chen, Cheng-Chi Yu
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Publication number: 20070048690Abstract: The invention provides an enhanced computer simulator for large vehicles, in which simulated convex mirrors are provided, inset into side displays adjacent to simulated flat side-view mirrors. The right- and left-hand mirror groups are independently adjustable, and the convex mirror images are configured to show a wide-angle version of the rear view shown by the adjacent flat image.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2005Publication date: March 1, 2007Applicant: Doron Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Stricek, Carl Wenzinger
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Publication number: 20070019311Abstract: A semi-interactive driver training simulator in which the projected image contains simultaneous synchronized front view and side-view mirror images, in which the side-view mirror images have both large “flat” mirror and smaller “convex” images. To create the projected image, five separate cameras are mounted on a real vehicle, and used to take five views simultaneously—a front driver's view, upper “normal” left and right rear views and lower “wide angle” rear views. The two lower cameras are equipped with wide-angle lenses which simulate the convex mirrors used on real vehicles. The five images are separately recorded, with each video stream time-stamped. The time stamps are used to electronically combine the five images into the single synchronized image which is recorded for projection.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2005Publication date: January 25, 2007Applicant: Doron Precision Systems, Inc.Inventor: Michael Stricek
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Patent number: 6907370Abstract: A method and apparatus for calibrating a measurement system are provided. The method and apparatus compensate not only for lamp variations, but also for camera and optics variations. The system can be readily implemented and can be ported from one measurement system to another. One embodiment of the improved calibration system addresses the issue of variations between light sources by employing an automated lamp calibration system. One method calibrates existing or new lamps to match an established standard. In a preferred embodiment, the method will generate a reference table, for a measurement system defined as the standard, to act as the reference for all measurement systems. The reference table may be in the form of a data file that may be subsequently copied to other measurement systems. The reference table can then act as a global standard for other measurement systems, including future systems not yet made.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2002Date of Patent: June 14, 2005Assignee: JMAR Precision Systems, Inc.Inventor: Daryl James Dzioba
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Publication number: 20030120447Abstract: A method and apparatus for calibrating a measurement system are provided. The method and apparatus compensate not only for lamp variations, but also for camera and optics variations. The system can be readily implemented and can be ported from one measurement system to another. One embodiment of the improved calibration system addresses the issue of variations between light sources by employing an automated lamp calibration system. One method calibrates existing or new lamps to match an established standard. In a preferred embodiment, the method will generate a reference table, for a measurement system defined as the standard, to act as the reference for all measurement systems. The reference table may be in the form of a data file that may be subsequently copied to other measurement systems. The reference table can then act as a global standard for other measurement systems, including future systems not yet made.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2002Publication date: June 26, 2003Applicant: JMAR Precision Systems, Inc.Inventor: Daryl James Dzioba
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Patent number: 5814277Abstract: An analyzer for chemical assays includes a turntable which supports sample containers and reagent containers within a cooled volume and test cells about the periphery of the cooled volume. A probe is carried by a rotating arm for withdrawing liquid from the containers and dispensing the liquid. Fixed stations are also provided in the path of the probe. One such station serves to both wash the tip of the probe and to receive samples for flow-through analysis. Heaters associated with the probe and with the test cells increase the rate of reaction. Curved walls of test cell segments match the optics of an optical analyzer so that light from the analyzer lamp is generally orthogonal to the curved surfaces. The light voltage of the lamp may be controlled as a function of lamp wavelength required for particular assays. The system provides multiple-point calibration and automatic dilution of samples. Multiple aliquots of reagent may be drawn into the probe and then be dispensed into separate test cells.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 1997Date of Patent: September 29, 1998Assignee: Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Charles A. Bell, Warren J. Heath, Norman M. Kleinman
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Patent number: 5597359Abstract: A motion platform system for tilting and moving an audience of seated people as they view scenes projected on a screen includes four hydraulic cylinders arranged not only to pitch, roll, and heave (vertically translate) the audience, but also to provide longitudinal acceleration and deceleration forces.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 1995Date of Patent: January 28, 1997Assignee: Doron Precision Systems, Inc.Inventor: David C. Byerly
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Patent number: 5597733Abstract: An analyzer for chemical assays includes a turntable which supports sample containers and reagent containers within a cooled volume and test cells about the periphery of the cooled volume. A probe is carried by a rotating arm for withdrawing liquid from the containers and dispensing the liquid. Fixed stations are also provided in the path of the probe. One such station serves to both wash the tip of the probe and to receive samples for flow-through analysis. Heaters associated with the probe and with the test cells increase the rate of reaction. Curved walls of test cell segments match the optics of an optical analyzer so that light from the analyzer lamp is generally orthogonal to the curved surfaces. The light voltage of the lamp may be controlled as a function of lamp wavelength required for particular assays. The system provides multiple-point calibration and automatic dilution of samples. Multiple aliquots of reagent may be drawn into the probe and then be dispensed into separate test cells.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 1995Date of Patent: January 28, 1997Assignee: Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Charles A. Bell, Warren J. Heath, Norman M. Kleinman
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Patent number: 5514098Abstract: A cannula cap for sealing a cannula assembly during insufflatory surgery, the cap comprising an endwall made of elastomeric material and a sidewall. The cap is sized and configured to fit to the instrument entrance of a cannula in a relative gas-tight relationship. The endwall of the cap may be apertured to permit entry and exit of a trocar or other surgical instrument without significant interruption of the seal. Another embodiment provides an adaptor cap also comprising an endwall made of an elastomeric material and a sidewall, the adaptor cap arranged to be fitted to the cannula cap for temporary insertion and withdrawal of instruments of relatively small diameter without removal of the cannula cap.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 1994Date of Patent: May 7, 1996Assignee: Owens Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Lanis P. Pfoslgraf, Gene T. Kyburz
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Patent number: 5452234Abstract: A process environment monitoring system collects and tests air samples from a number of different sample locations. Each sample is drawn into a sample test chamber into which a beam of infrared light is directed from an infrared source. The beam is reflected off mirrors in the test chamber a number of times before it exits and is directed to an infrared detector. The detector identifies absorption peaks in the spectrum of the infrared beam to determine the presence of certain gases of interest in the test chamber. A host computer is provided to function in conjunction with a valve controller to make up a data processing unit. The data processing unit services a number of tasks to make the process environment monitor a fully integrated system. The system controls employee identification, alarm triggering, and automated system control, as well as a number of other functions.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 1993Date of Patent: September 19, 1995Assignee: Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Warren J. Heath, Rene J. Langner, Charles A. Bell
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Patent number: 5312362Abstract: A self-sealing cannula assembly for maintaining pressure in a body cavity during insufflatory surgery. A cap made of elastomeric material is fitted to an enlarged portion of a cannula and has means for simultaneous sealing and fastening the cap to the cannula. The endwall of the cap may be apertured to permit entry and exit of a trocar or other surgical instrument without interruption of the seal. Another embodiment provides an elastomeric adaptor cap arranged to be fitted to the exterior circumference of the above-mentioned cap for temporary insertion and withdrawal of instruments of relatively small diameter without removal of the original cap.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 1993Date of Patent: May 17, 1994Assignee: Owens Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Lanis P. Pfolsgraf, Gene T. Kyburz
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Patent number: 5270945Abstract: A process environment monitoring system collects and tests air samples from a number of different sample locations. Each sample is drawn into a sample test chamber into which a beam of infrared light is directed from an infrared source. The beam is reflected off mirrors in the test chamber a number of times before it exits and is directed to an infrared detector. The detector identifies absorption peaks in the spectrum of the infrared beam to determine the presence of certain gases of interest in the test chamber. A host computer is provided to function in conjunction with a valve controller to make up a data processing unit. The data processing unit services a number of tasks to make the process environment monitor a fully integrated system. The system controls employee identification, alarm triggering, and automated system control, as well as a number of other functions.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 1991Date of Patent: December 14, 1993Assignee: Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Warren J. Heath, Rene J. Langner, Charles A. Bell
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Patent number: 5229074Abstract: An analyzer for chemical assays includes a turntable which supports sample containers and reagent containers within a cooled volume and test cells about the periphery of the cooled volume. A probe is carried by a rotating arm for withdrawing liquid from the containers and dispensing the liquid. Fixed stations are also provided in the path of the probe. One such station serves to both wash the tip of the probe and to receive samples for flow-through analysis. Heaters associated with the probe and with the test cells increase the rate of reaction. Curved walls of test cell segments match the optics of an optical analyzer so that light from the analyzer lamp is generally orthogonal to the curved surfaces. The light voltage of the lamp may be controlled as a function of lamp wavelength required for particular assays. The system provides multiple-point calibration and automatic dilution of samples.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 1991Date of Patent: July 20, 1993Assignee: Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Warren J. Heath, Rene J. Langner, Kermit W. Jones, Charles A. Bell
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Patent number: 5131848Abstract: A testing method and apparatus for determining the reaction time of machine operators, especially drivers of automotive vehicles. A series of images are projected onto a viewing screen to be observed by a student at a student station. The images comprise one or more visual depictions of various operating conditions, including non-threatening and threatening conditions. After presenting a sequence of non-threatening conditions images, an "action cue image" representing a threatening condition is projected. The elapsed time between the projection of the action cue image and the initiation of the required response of the student is measured to derive the student's reaction time, in terms of seconds or distance traveled at a specified speed.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 1990Date of Patent: July 21, 1992Assignee: Doron Precision Systems, Inc.Inventor: Warren K. Adams
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Patent number: 5089972Abstract: A system is disclosed for accurately measuring the position of a moored container ship relative to a fixed pier after loading or unloading each container on the ship and including a processor mechanism employed to combine the measured relative position with previously acquired data indicating the ship position prior to the loading or unloading of the previous container, and utilizing the combined data to facilitate automatic control of placing or removing a subsequent container on the ship by a crane structure. The system is applicable for measuring six degrees of freedom of movement of any large object.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 1990Date of Patent: February 18, 1992Assignees: Nachman Precision Systems, Inc., Daniel H. Wagner Associates, Inc.Inventors: Marcus Nachman, Robert H. Overton
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Patent number: 5068798Abstract: A process environment monitoring system collects and tests air samples from a number of different sample locations. Each sample is drawn into a sample test chamber into which a beam of infrared light is directed from an infrared source. The beam is reflected off mirrors in the test chamber a number of times before it exits and is directed to an infrared detector. The detector identifies absorption peaks in the spectrum of the infrared beam to determine the presence of certain gases of interest in the test chamber. A host computer is provided to function in conjunction with a valve controller to make up a data processing unit. The data processing unit services a number of tasks to make the process environment monitor a fully integrated system. The system controls employee identification, alarm triggering, and automated system control, as well as a number of other functions.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 1989Date of Patent: November 26, 1991Assignee: Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Warren J. Heath, Rene J. Langner, Charles A. Bell
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Patent number: 5015189Abstract: A trainee station in a tractor-trailer training apparatus includes dummy controls simulating those of a tractor, and a display screen visible from the trainee station. At a remote diorama or terrain model a miniature tractor-trailer is moved atop the diorama in accordance with the operation of the trainee's dummy controls. A plurality of video cameras mounted within the cab of the miniature tractor provide video signals which are displayed on the mentioned screen. The fields-of-view of two of the video cameras embrace miniature rearview mirrors on the miniature tractor, providing realistic views of portions of the trailer as trainee operation of the controls moves the minature tractor-trailer about the diorama.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 1989Date of Patent: May 14, 1991Assignee: Doron Precision Systems, Inc.Inventor: Wenzinger, Jr.
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Patent number: 4846686Abstract: The driver training simulator system of the present invention includes a visual display system and a student station. The student station has simulated automotive control elements such as a steering wheel, brake pedal, accelerator pedal, etc. The visual display system includes an arrangement for presenting images to the student, for example it may include a motion picture projector and an associated display screen. The images which are presented to the student include a plurality of separate sections. Each of the separate sections of the image is recorded by a separate camera. One of the sections of the image presented to the student is a conventional front looking "driver point of view" image, that is, the image that a driver would see looking through his front windshield. Another section of the images consists of images that were recorded by one or more cameras which were facing rearward.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 1987Date of Patent: July 11, 1989Assignee: Doron Precision Systems, Inc.Inventor: Warren K. Adams
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Patent number: D322856Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 1989Date of Patent: December 31, 1991Assignee: Precision Systems, Inc.Inventors: Warren J. Heath, Rene J. Langner, Kermit W. Jones, Charles A. Bell
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Patent number: D845049Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2017Date of Patent: April 9, 2019Assignee: ENTROPY PRECISION SYSTEM INCInventor: Hung-Twu Yeh