Abstract: A method is disclosed for adjusting imaging parameters of a bioptic barcode reader. The method includes capturing, by an imaging assembly, an initial image of a target object having an indicia thereon. The imaging assembly captures the initial image according to an initial imaging parameter. The method further includes attempting to decode the indicia from the initial image, and responsive to being unable to decode the indicia, detecting a substantially static presence of the target object within a field of view (FOV) of the imaging assembly. The method then includes, responsive to detecting the substantially static presence of the target object within the FOV, adjusting the initial imaging parameter to a subsequent imaging parameter, wherein the subsequent imaging parameter is different than the initial imaging parameter.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an antenna apparatus for a base station and an adapter thereof and particularly comprises: an antenna module vertically installed to be spaced forward from a support pole by a predetermined distance so as to have a distancing space therebetween; an RRH installed on the antenna module to be positioned in the distancing space, wherein one of the upper end and the lower end thereof is hinge-coupled to the antenna module and the other of the upper end and the lower end thereof is attached to or detached from a part of the antenna module to enable electrical signal connection or disconnection while being rotated around the hinge; and an adapter for mediating the electrical signal connection and disconnection between the antenna module and the RRH. Therefore, the present disclosure provides advantages of reducing installation time and installation costs.

Abstract: In a card reader, an interfering magnetic field generation mechanism 11 includes a core part 14a, a core part 14b, and a core part 15a, each of which is formed of soft magnetic material in a straight line, a coil 16 that is wound around the core part 14a, a coil 17 that is connected to the coil 16 in series and is wound around the core part 14b, a coil 18 that is wound around the core part 15a, a first drive circuit that supplies alternating current to the coils 16 and 17, and a second drive circuit that supplies alternating current to the coil 18. The core part 15a is disposed between the core part 14a and the core part 14b. The core part 15a is formed independently of the core parts 14a and 14b, and is separated from the core parts 14a and 14b.

Abstract: A connector that is configured to receive a smart card includes: a first contact configured to receive a power supply voltage and corresponding to a first (power supply) contact area of the smart card, a second contact configured to receive a reference voltage and corresponding to contact a second (reference voltage) contact area of the smart card, and a third contact corresponding to a three-state (input/output) contact area of the smart card. A first light-emitting diode having an anode coupled to the third contact and a cathode coupled to the second contact. A second light-emitting diode has a cathode coupled to the third contact and an anode coupled to the first contact. Turning on/off of the first and second light-emitting diode is controlled by the smart card through the signal at the three-state (input/output) contact area.

Abstract: A wireless connection is established between at least two electronic modules (M1, M2) disposed separate from one another in a smartcard having a coupling frame so that the two modules may communicate (signals, data) with each other. The two modules may each have module antennas (MA-1, MA-2), and may be disposed in respective two openings (MO-1, MO-2) of a coupling frame (CF). A coupling antenna (CPA) having two coupler coils (CC-1, CC-2) disposed close to the two modules antennas of the two modules. The coupling antenna may have only the two coupler coils (CC-1, CC-2), connected with one another, without the peripheral card antenna (CA) component of a conventional booster antenna (BA). Energy harvesting is disclosed.

Abstract: A structure of a multipurpose card having a semi-transparent or transparent stone is provided. The stone is a faceted precious stone, such as a diamond. The diamond is illuminated from only one side of the multipurpose card and light is passed through predetermined optical paths. An image of the diamond is acquired from the opposite side of the multipurpose card and compared to predetermined reference images of the diamond, to authenticate the multipurpose card.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments include RF integrated circuit (RFIC) chips including programmable on-chip element swapping circuitry, channel swapping circuitry, and/or phase rotation circuitry to allow a common software implementation or parameter computation to be used across multiple products having different arrangements and orientations of RFICs and elements.

Abstract: A system and method for generating a dosing aid label for a syringe are described. In a method, patient information and medicament information are received. The medicament information includes one or more of a description of the medicament, a recommended dosage of the medicament and concentration information relating to the medicament. A dosing aid associated with the patient information and medicament information is generated. The dosing aid includes dosing information which is usable in guiding administration of a dose of the medicament. A print instruction message is transmitted to a printing device. The instruction message is configured to instruct the printing device to print a dosing aid label including the dosing aid on the syringe or a sheet of material configured to be affixed to a syringe. The dosing aid label is usable in guiding administration of the dose of the medicament to the patient.

Abstract: A device has a substrate, a plurality of switches located on the substrate, a plurality of NFC chips, each associated with a switch, and an NFC antenna. The switches and the NFC chips associated therewith are interconnected in series and are connected to the NFC antenna. The device contains a label which is joined face to face with the substrate, the individual NFC chips are arranged on the label. The switches are arranged on the substrate but not on the label, and mutually opposed contact points contacting the conductor tracks with each other are provided on the substrate and on the label to electrically connect the switches, the NFC chips and the NFC antenna.

Abstract: A method for estimating the location of a wireless terminal at an unknown location, such as within a building. A location engine using the disclosed method receives and uses samples of barometric pressure measured by the wireless terminal to generate a characterization of a pressure wave in the vicinity of the wireless terminal. The location engine generates an estimate of the location of the wireless terminal based on the characterization of the pressure wave and, in some cases, the location of the source of the pressure wave, such as a building's door that is opening or closing. The location engine also bases the estimate of the wireless terminal's location on a propagation characteristic of the pressure wave, such as its speed of propagation.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods, devices, and systems for controlling access to a controlled area. The method may comprise receiving a credential identifier in an access controller associated with an entrance to the enclosed area, and then authenticating the credential identifier. The method may then comprise sending an unlock signal through a solid state relay within the access controller to power a lock associated with but external to the access controller to unlock a door at the entrance to the enclosed area when the credential identifier has been successfully authenticated.

Abstract: The method and apparatus for a remote weapon station or incorporated into manually-aimed weapons. The methodology requires use of a muzzle velocity sensor that refines the aiming of the second and subsequent fires or volleys fired from weapon systems. When firing the first volley a weapon uses an estimated velocity and, at firing, the muzzle velocity of a projectile is measured. When firing the second volley a weapon's fire control calculates an aiming point using the measured velocity of the first volley.

Abstract: Provided is a drawer tray provided in a coin handling apparatus storing a coin in a compartment of a drawer. The drawer tray includes: a placement unit where the drawer is placed; and a regulation unit that regulates a placement position of the drawer in the placement unit to a position. The regulation unit regulates the placement position of the drawer to a plurality of positions different from each other by disposition of the regulation unit.

Abstract: A composite image heat transfer is disclosed for use on specific merchandising articles, sports jerseys, or other apparel for a specific sport. A scannable mark would be embedded in a heat transfer positioned on a sports jersey, such as a jersey number or a club crest. The scannable mark would be scanned by a user to provide stats, personal information, or other information about the corresponding sports team/club and/or individual athlete. The user can also register the scannable mark and follow the sports team/club and/or athlete on social media. Thus, the composite image heat transfer with embedded scannable mark would link each jersey number with information related to the corresponding player/athlete, and each club crest would be linked to information related to the corresponding club/team. This would enable a strong interaction through social media and other web tools between athletes and/or clubs and fans.

Abstract: A computer can comprise a housing, a microprocessor disposed within the housing, a display, and a communication interface communicatively coupled to the microprocessor. The computer can be configured, responsive to locating decodable indicia within content viewable on the display, to decode the decodable indicia to produce at least one decoded message. The computer can be further configured to display the content with decoded message data being embedded into the content. The decoded message data can be provided by at least one decoded message, data derived from the decoded message.

Abstract: The label, method, and system for automated recognition of products may be used at customer self-service checkouts, and for sorting products in automated warehouses. The label includes a base and a graphic code applied to the base that matches the ID of the product. The graphic code contains at least four areas located in the different parts of the label. Each area encodes a part of the ID and includes at least two graphic elements, one encoding at least one character of the ID, and the other encoding the position of such character in the ID. The product recognition system includes at least one scanning device and a data processing unit. The method of recognition includes scanning the label, receiving pictures or images of areas of the graphic code, recognizing the graphic elements of the code, decoding data, and determining the ID to identify the product.

Abstract: A “core” or “inlay” for a smartcard may comprise a first metal layer and a second metal layer, and may be formed by folding a single metal layer upon itself. A module cavity may be formed in the first metal layer by laser cutting, prior to laminating. An adhesive layer may be disposed between the two metal layers. A module opening may be formed in the second metal layer by milling, after laminating the first metal layer to the second metal layer. A slit in a metal layer may extend from an outer edge of the layer to the cavity or opening, thereby forming a coupling frame. The slit may have a termination hole at either end or at both ends of the slit. The slits of two metal layers may be positioned differently than one another.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to an adjustable light fixture and method of installing the same. Various embodiments of the adjustable light fixture comprise a light head comprising a light source, a lens, and a frame; a socket base configured to be secured relative to a socket of a light assembly; and an extender located between the light head and the socket base and configured to move between an extended configuration and a compressed configuration. In various embodiments, the adjustable light fixture is installed by engaging the socket base with a corresponding socket of a light assembly and adjusting the extender toward the compressed configuration.

Abstract: The invention provides one or more consortia of networks that identify and share information about users and/or user devices interacting with the consortia. User devices may be identified, at least in part, by a delta of time parameter between a user device used and a reference time. Other parameters may be analyzed to identify a computer user and/or device and noteworthy transactions. The invention may be used for identity-based applications such as network security, the detection of fraudulent transactions, identity theft, ratings-based communities and law enforcement. User may be permitted to register user devices in order to control access for performing transactions.

Abstract: An apparatus, including a transaction terminal including an input device or receiver which inputs or receives information regarding an account and transaction information, a camera or video recording device which obtains or records a photograph or video clip of an individual involved in the transaction, and a processor, and a central processing computer including a database and a display which displays information or data to a user or operator. The apparatus transmits a notification message to a communication device associated with an account holder of the account. The central processing computer provides for a retrieval, by the user or the operator via the display, of the information regarding the transaction and the photograph or the video clip of the individual involved in the transaction.