Patents by Inventor Kenneth J. Huebner
Kenneth J. Huebner has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 9235292Abstract: An interactive image projecting device that projects an image onto a display surface and controls the projected image based upon movement of the image projecting device or the detection of another image. The image projecting device includes a projector that generates an image from a control unit. The device includes a position indicating emitter that generates a position indicator and an image sensor that is operable to detect the position indicator from either the device including the image sensor or a position indicator from another device. Based upon the sensed position indicator from another device, the control unit operates to modify the image projected from the device such that the image from a first device can interact with an image from a second device. The first and second devices each have a wireless transceiver such that the devices can communicate with each other during operation.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2014Date of Patent: January 12, 2016Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Patent number: 9179182Abstract: An interactive video control system that can control multiple displays, such as a panel image and/or a projected image using motion gestures from a moveable controller. Further, a plurality of display images may be modified such that the images appear at least partially aligned and combined. The control system may be comprised of a moveable, handheld controller and console.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2011Date of Patent: November 3, 2015Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Patent number: 9132346Abstract: A handheld projecting device that illuminates a visible image comprised of one or more video objects that appear to interact, connect, and/or form paths with physical objects and/or other video objects within a user's environment. In at least one embodiment, a projecting device animates and projects one or more video objects that appear to responsively adapt to the position and orientation of at least one physical object for unique graphic and tactile effects. In some embodiments, a projecting device may connect together physical objects and video objects to form a user-defined object path, such as a racetrack or adventure trail. Video objects may be rendered and illuminated as three-dimensional objects to simulate real world objects.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2012Date of Patent: September 15, 2015Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20140267031Abstract: A spatially aware pointer that can augment a pre-existing mobile appliance with remote control, hand gesture detection, and/or 3D spatial depth sensing abilities. In at least one embodiment, a spatially aware pointer can be operatively connected to the data port of a mobile appliance (e.g., mobile phone or tablet computer) to provide remote control, hand gesture detection, and 3D spatial depth sensing abilities to the mobile appliance. Such an enhancement may, for example, allow a user with a mobile appliance to make a 3D spatial model of at least a portion of an environment, or remotely control a TV set with hand gestures, or engage other mobile appliances to create interactive projected images.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20140198079Abstract: An interactive image projecting device that projects an image onto a display surface and controls the projected image based upon movement of the image projecting device or the detection of another image. The image projecting device includes a projector that generates an image from a control unit. The device includes a position indicating emitter that generates a position indicator and an image sensor that is operable to detect the position indicator from either the device including the image sensor or a position indicator from another device. Based upon the sensed position indicator from another device, the control unit operates to modify the image projected from the device such that the image from a first device can interact with an image from a second device. The first and second devices each have a wireless transceiver such that the devices can communicate with each other during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2014Publication date: July 17, 2014Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Patent number: 8651666Abstract: An interactive image projecting device that projects an image onto a display surface and controls the projected image based upon movement of the image projecting device or the detection of another image. The image projecting device includes a projector that generates an image from a control unit. The device includes a position indicating emitter that generates a position indicator and an image sensor that is operable to detect the position indicator from either the device including the image sensor or a position indicator from another device. Based upon the sensed position indicator from another device, the control unit operates to modify the image projected from the device such that the image from a first device can interact with an image from a second device. The first and second devices each have a wireless transceiver such that the devices can communicate with each other during operation.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2010Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Patent number: 8567961Abstract: A low cost, light projection and sensing system that projects an image onto a display surface using an array of light emitters. The system or device has an integral sensing capability of the display surface using light sensors. Both the emitters and sensors are coupled to a control unit. The device modifies the light-projected image and sensor view region with its control unit. The device projects an animated overlaid image or large tiled image of photographic resolution. In at least one embodiment, a projection device may create smooth animation of its projected image by varying the brightness of one or more illuminated images within its generated video frames. Computer implemented methods are utilized for light emitter activation and brightness control.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2011Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20130265502Abstract: A handheld projecting device that illuminates a visible image comprised of one or more video objects that appear to interact, connect, and/or form paths with physical objects and/or other video objects within a user's environment. In at least one embodiment, a projecting device animates and projects one or more video objects that appear to responsively adapt to the position and orientation of at least one physical object for unique graphic and tactile effects. In some embodiments, a projecting device may connect together physical objects and video objects to form a user-defined object path, such as a racetrack or adventure trail. Video objects may be rendered and illuminated as three-dimensional objects to simulate real world objects.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20130229396Abstract: A handheld image projecting device that modifies a visible image being projected based upon the position, orientation, and shape of remote surfaces, remote objects like a user's hand making a gesture, and/or images projected by other image projecting devices. The handheld projecting device utilizes at least one illuminated position indicator for 3D depth sensing of remote surfaces and optically indicating the location of its projected visible image. In some embodiments, a handheld projecting device enables a plurality of projected visible images to interact, often combining the visible images, reducing image distortion on multi-planar surfaces, and creating life-like graphic effects for a uniquely interactive, multimedia experience.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2012Publication date: September 5, 2013Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Patent number: 8388151Abstract: An interactive image projecting device that projects an image onto a display surface and controls the projected image based upon the detection or identification of the device housing or the remote object. The device has a touch-sensitive, flexible housing that may be transformed into different shapes. The image projecting device includes a projector that generates an image from a control unit. The device includes an illuminating emitter, which illuminates the device body and remote objects, and a light sensor that is operable to detect the position of its housing or remote object. Based upon the sensed housing or remote object, the control unit operates to modify the image projected from the device such that the image from the device can interact with its housing or remote object.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2009Date of Patent: March 5, 2013Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20120262487Abstract: An interactive video control system that can control multiple displays, such as a panel image and/or a projected image using motion gestures from a moveable controller. Further, a plurality of display images may be modified such that the images appear at least partially aligned and combined. The control system may be comprised of a moveable, handheld controller and console.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2011Publication date: October 18, 2012Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20120092623Abstract: A low cost, light projection and sensing system that projects an image onto a display surface using an array of light emitters. The system or device has an integral sensing capability of the display surface using light sensors. Both the emitters and sensors are coupled to a control unit. The device modifies the light-projected image and sensor view region with its control unit. The device projects an animated overlaid image or large tiled image of photographic resolution. In at least one embodiment, a projection device may create smooth animation of its projected image by varying the brightness of one or more illuminated images within its generated video frames. Computer implemented methods are utilized for light emitter activation and brightness control.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2011Publication date: April 19, 2012Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Patent number: 8100540Abstract: A low cost, light projection and sensing system that projects an image onto a display surface using an array of light emitters. Further, the device has an integral sensing capability of the display surface using light sensors. Both the emitters and sensors are coupled to a control unit. Whereby, the device can modify the light-projected image and sensor view region with its control unit. The device can also project an animated overlaid image or large tiled image of photographic resolution. In operation, the device can determine the position and range of a remote object, along with illuminating its touch sensitive housing with a projected image.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2009Date of Patent: January 24, 2012Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20110019162Abstract: An interactive image projecting device that projects an image onto a display surface and controls the projected image based upon the detection or identification of the device housing or the remote object. The device has a touch-sensitive, flexible housing that may be transformed into different shapes. The image projecting device includes a projector that generates an image from a control unit. The device includes an illuminating emitter, which illuminates the device body and remote objects, and a light sensor that is operable to detect the position of its housing or remote object. Based upon the sensed housing or remote object, the control unit operates to modify the image projected from the device such that the image from the device can interact with its housing or remote object.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2009Publication date: January 27, 2011Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Patent number: 7874681Abstract: An interactive image projecting device that projects an image onto a display surface and controls the projected image based upon movement of the image projecting device or the detection of another image. The image projecting device includes a projector that generates an image from a control unit. The device includes a position indicating emitter that generates a position indicator and an image sensor that is operable to detect the position indicator from either the device including the image sensor or a position indicator from another device. Based upon the sensed position indicator from another device, the control unit operates to modify the image projected from the device such that the image from a first device can interact with an image from a second device. The first and second devices each have a wireless transceiver such that the devices can communicate with each other during operation.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2007Date of Patent: January 25, 2011Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20100277696Abstract: A low cost, light projection and sensing system that projects an image onto a display surface using an array of light emitters. Further, the device has an integral sensing capability of the display surface using light sensors. Both the emitters and sensors are coupled to a control unit. Whereby, the device can modify the light-projected image and sensor view region with its control unit. The device can also project an animated overlaid image or large tiled image of photographic resolution. In operation, the device can determine the position and range of a remote object, along with illuminating its touch sensitive housing with a projected image.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2009Publication date: November 4, 2010Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner
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Publication number: 20090091710Abstract: An interactive image projecting device that projects an image onto a display surface and controls the projected image based upon movement of the image projecting device or the detection of another image. The image projecting device includes a projector that generates an image from a control unit. The device includes a position indicating emitter that generates a position indicator and an image sensor that is operable to detect the position indicator from either the device including the image sensor or a position indicator from another device. Based upon the sensed position indicator from another device, the control unit operates to modify the image projected from the device such that the image from a first device can interact with an image from a second device. The first and second devices each have a wireless transceiver such that the devices can communicate with each other during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2007Publication date: April 9, 2009Inventor: Kenneth J. Huebner