Abstract: Presented is a method, apparatus and computer-readable medium for reducing error. The apparatus includes a rotatable element having a plurality of spaced light modifying ports located at set positions in the rotatable element, the rotatable element rotatable about an axis. The apparatus further includes a drive engagedly coupled to the rotatable element to rotate the rotatable element, wherein one periodic cycle of the rotatable element is an integer number of periodic cycles of the drive.

Abstract: A self contained, portable high resolution microscope featuring a flat base 1 to provide a stable optical platform capable of resolving parallel lines 10 ?m apart. The microscope folds or collapses to a flat shape in order to make it very portable.

Abstract: A portable dry fire practice shooting system includes a first base supporting a target. A second base is associated with the first base such that the distance between the first base and the second base can be selectively adjusted. The second base includes a portable electronic device retaining mechanism for holding a portable electronic device on the second base so as to align a camera of the portable electronic device with the target. A software application downloaded onto the portable electronic device utilizes the camera of the portable electronic device to detect light spots reflecting from the target.

Abstract: An electronic display comprises a display matrix and an image-correcting layer. The display matrix includes a flat face portion, a curved corner portion, a light-releasing surface, and a series of pixels extending across the flat face portion and around the curved corner portion. Coupled to the light-releasing surface of the display matrix, the image-correcting layer is configured to transmit light released from the flat face portion of the display matrix and to reorient light released from the curved corner portion of the display matrix such that the transmitted light and the reoriented light exit the image-correcting layer substantially in parallel, forming an apparent plane image of the series of pixels.

Abstract: A magnifying device for jewelry and system for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment of the magnifying device, a securing ring is coupled to a body to selectively attach in a snap-fit engagement with a gem tester. A hinge assembly is also coupled to the body and a support frame is pivotally coupled thereto. A seat within the support frame defines a circular opening securing a magnifying lens therein. The support frame also includes a pivot blade extending therefrom that accepts rotational bearing force to cause the support frame and therefore the magnifying lens to rotate relative to the body.

Abstract: A head-mountable viewer with adjustable lenses is disclosed herein. The head-mountable viewer may include a frame with a first and second bore therein, each bore receives a first and second lens, respectively. The frame may further include a first and second side arms that each have a first and second tab, respectively. The first and second tabs are operatively connected to or attached to the first and second lenses, such that movement or adjustment of the first or second tabs corresponds to movement or adjustment of the first or second lenses, respectively. In this regard, the adjustability of the first and second lenses provides a single head-mountable viewer to be universally used, that is, any user may use the same head-mountable viewer by being able to adjust the lenses to best suit his or her comfort.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for training baseball and softball batters, to identify types of pitched balls (fast ball, curve ball, slider and changeup) and locations (strike or non-strike zone) of pitched balls in order to increase hitting accuracy A motion sensor can be triggered by the leading foot of a pitcher. The motion sensor can use cone or fan shaped sensor to detect the passage of a pitched ball from the pitcher. When the motion sensor is triggered, a signal can be sent to a black out lens that blocks the vision of a hitter being trained to identify the types and locations of the pitched balls. The training includes changing the lens from transparent to opaque at selected distances between the hitter and the pitcher. Batters can be trained to keep their eyes on the pitched balls until the ball reaches the batter. Golfers can be trained to not have to look up when their club hits the ball, where the black out lens are go opaque when the golf swing passes into the motion sensor.

Abstract: A magnification viewer lens device is provided that is used to magnify objects when viewed through the device. The device comprises a magnification lens housing supporting a magnification lens, whereby the housing is supported along its perimeter by an arm assembly. The arm assembly comprises an elongated arm and a clamp, whereby the arm assembly is rotatable relative to the housing and to the clamp. The clamp forms a rounded clamping member that is suitable for securing the device to a golf cart steering wheel or alternate support. The arm and the housing remains static relative to the hinge joints of the arm using friction hinges, while the housing supports a Fresnel lens for magnifying objects when viewed therethrough. In one embodiment, the housing is substantially rectangular and the arm and clamp are designed to secure the housing over the scorecard area of a golf cart steering wheel.

Abstract: A testing equipment with a magnifying function includes a carrier, a cover and a magnifying part. The carrier has a specimen holding area formed on the top of the carrier. The cover is stacked on the specimen holding area of the carrier. The magnifying part disposed on the cover. The location of the magnifying part is corresponding to the location of the specimen holding area. The testing equipment of the present application has a simplified and cheap structure for a simple specimen testing.

Abstract: An anatomically realistic model for training in minimally invasive procedures. The model includes an outer shell resembling the appropriate animal or human being with openings for accessing the interior cavity of the shell. Modules within the interior cavity are operably connected to the openings to permit external access to the modules. The modules comprise different mechanical components configured to represent an organ or anatomical feature. Spacers within the interior cavity provide structure and maintain placement of the modules and sufficiently realistic tactile feedback during an endoscopic procedure.

Abstract: A display device which makes the frame hardly visible to the viewer is provided. This display device includes: a display panel (10) having a display area (RA) and a frame area (RF) provided outside of the display area; and a light-transmitting cover (20) which is arranged closer to a viewer than the display panel is and which includes lens portions (22) that are arranged at positions corresponding to the boundary between the display area and frame area of the display panel. The display panel (10) has a planar shape which includes four sides (10a) that define upper, lower, right and left sides, respectively, and four corner portions (10b), each connecting two associated adjacent ones of the four sides together. The display panel further has a chamfered portion (10c) with a curved or straight edge which is arranged in at least one of the four corner portions inside of the intersection between extended lines of the two adjacent sides.

Abstract: A magnifying device for magnifying selected objects for inspection in particular. The magnifying device includes a support assembly including a flexible and compressible tubular support having a length with open front and back ends and a bore extending therethrough; and a magnifying lens disposed in the bore proximate to the open front end of the tubular support and being maneuverable longitudinally and laterally relative to the back end to view an object in alignment with the open back end.

Abstract: A positioning unit (11) for positioning an optical unit (12, 13) comprising at least one optical element in a beam path (20) of a microscope between an objective lens of a microscope and in front of an eye to be monitored is provided, wherein the positioning unit comprises a connection device (21), by means of which the positioning unit can be coupled to the microscope, wherein the positioning unit comprises a positioning device (22), by means of which the optical element is movable relative to the microscope in the longitudinal direction of the beam path, wherein the positioning device is formed by a first double rocker mechanism (31) and a second double rocker mechanism (32), wherein the double rocker mechanisms are interconnected by means of a common coupling member (33). A monitoring device (10) is also provided that comprises the positioning unit (11).

Abstract: A corrective lens system for use with a video display screen adapted to correct visual deficiency for a particular user has a mounting frame and a transparent lens centrally located in a mounting frame aperture. A lens front surface and a lens rear surface are shaped to correct visual deficiency for a particular user. The system is positioned at a first specific distance from the video display screen to correct visual deficiency. The user is positioned a second specific distance from the video display screen to correct visual deficiency. The system corrects visual deficiency for the user in a similar manner as a pair of prescription glasses.

Abstract: A lens barrel comprises a first frame, a barrier mechanism, and a second frame. The barrier mechanism is fixed to the first frame and blocks an opening. The second frame uses a cam mechanism to guide the first frame in the optical axis direction. The second frame has a cylindrical cam mechanism part that constitutes a cam mechanism. The cam mechanism part is provided with a thin-wall part that is partially thinner in the radial direction. A fixing portion of the barrier mechanism goes into spaces between the thin-wall part and the first frame.

Abstract: A personal media viewing device has a frame that adjustably holds a pair of lenses. The frame has tracks along a bottom inside portion that guides the lenses as a lens adjustment knob is turned. The adjustment knob is attached to a translating screw shaft that has opposingly threaded portions that interact with a left and right traveling nut attached to each lens and moves each lens in an opposite direction. An elastic strap is used to removably hold a personal media device to the frame and a head attachment portion is provided to allow a user to operate the personal media viewing device hands free. The adjustment knob allows a user to adjust the lenses to an off-axis position selected to reduce eyestrain, headaches and other non-desirable effects associated with viewing a device in front of the user's eyes.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a display device includes a bezel, a display, and a transparent lens member. The display includes a display screen surrounded by the bezel. The transparent lens member is arranged in front of the bezel and the display screen so as to cover at least the display screen, and is capable of displaying an image displayed on the display screen in an enlarged manner of a size equal to or larger than an outer shape of the bezel. The transparent lens member includes an anisotropic magnification lens portion and a non-lens portion. The anisotropic magnification lens portion is provided to a periphery of the transparent lens member. The non-lens portion has a flat plate configuration and is arranged at a center portion of the transparent lens member.

Abstract: A portable magnifying device is provided comprising a housing and a viewing plate mounted inside the housing, the housing comprises at least one magnifying lens disposed within a top surface of the housing, and the viewing plate is configured to support a substrate that can be viewed through the magnifying lens. The portable magnifying device can be used to allow consumers to visually assess the effectiveness of a treatment of a product on a substrate at the micro level.

Abstract: User friendly magnification system with varying/optical powers of magnification, 5.0 fold, 10.0 fold, 15.0 fold, 20.0 fold. Magnifying screen protector system, designed for smart phone applications, android applications, galaxy applications, touch-pad applications, tablet applications, blackberry applications generally all mobile devices, wherein the magnifying screen and case are impregnated with conductive material during the manufacturing process which allows and promotes the user's gloved hands/fingers to mimic touch of human skin for nuance, and for tactile control capacitive touch screen devices.

Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for creating optical systems and devices that enable a mobile device (e.g., smartphone or other mobile phone, personal media player, and/or other personal electronic device) to be coupled with an optical device (e.g., a riflescope, spotting scope, etc.) such that information shown on the display of the mobile device is viewable to a user looking into the eyepiece of the optical device. Additionally or alternatively, an image from the optical device can be communicated to the mobile device. A modular design can utilize an apparatus configured to encase a mobile device, which can be coupled with the optical device via and optical and/or electrical interface.

Abstract: A Portable Video Enhancement Apparatus. The apparatus includes a magnification lens, a video device holder and a collapsible housing. In operational mode configuration, the collapsible housing is designed to provide a viewing cavity and a stable medium for the magnification lens and the video device holder. In portable mode configuration, the collapsible housing is designed to have a relatively small volume. The collapsible housing comprises a plurality of support members. The magnification lens and video device holder are situated within the collapsible housing. The magnification lens and video device holder are designed to have different positions within the collapsible housing depending on whether the apparatus is in operational mode configuration or portable mode configuration.

Abstract: A personal media viewing device has a frame that adjustably holds a pair of lenses. The frame has tracks along a bottom inside portion that guides the lenses as a lens adjustment knob is turned. The adjustment knob is attached to a translating screw shaft that has opposingly threaded portions that interact with a left and right traveling nut attached to each lens and moves each lens in an opposite direction. An elastic strap is used to removably hold a personal media device to the frame and a head attachment portion is provided to allow a user to operate the personal media viewing device hands free. The adjustment knob allows a user to adjust the lenses to an off-axis position selected to reduce eyestrain, headaches and other non-desirable effects associated with viewing a device in front of the user's eyes.

Abstract: An apparatus of the present disclosure enhances the audio/visual experience of a portable digital device, and comprises a lens positioning slot, a lens storage compartment, a passive audio amplifier, a receiving station.

Abstract: A direct-viewing type display device 100a includes a display panel 100 having a display region 120 including pixels arrayed in a row direction and a column direction and a frame region 130 provided outside the display region, such that a first border line B1 and a second border line B2 exist between the display region and the frame region; and a light-transmitting cover 200 disposed on the viewer's side.

Abstract: A direct-viewing type display device according to the present invention includes: at least one display panel 10 having a display region 10A and a frame region 10F provided outside the display region, with a boundary extending along the first direction between the display region and the frame region; and at least one light-transmitting cover 14 disposed on a viewer's side of the at least one display panel. The at least one light-transmitting cover includes a lens portion 141 disposed astride the boundary for refracting a portion of light going out from the display region toward the frame region; and a viewer-side surface 1411 of the lens portion is a curved surface, and a rear-side surface 1412 of the lens portion is also a curved surface.

Abstract: A vehicular holding module includes a frame for holding an electronic device, and a display device. The electronic device has a screen. The display device is disposed at a side of the frame for zooming information displayed on the screen.

Abstract: A cosmetic magnifying lens or mirror is disclosed which is capable of being detachably affixed to a conventional cosmetic container, such as mascara. The magnifying lens or mirror may further be adapted to fit over cosmetic containers having a variety of shapes and sizes, and may be reused when the container is empty.

Abstract: An optical illusion device such as a drinking glass/cup for providing a multi-dimensional visual display. The device includes a body with tubular sidewalls extending from an opening at a first end to an opening at a second end. A base assembly is provided at the second end. The base assembly includes a top wall, a bottom wall, and a sidewall that together form or define an inner chamber. A visual display assembly is provided with a mirror element with a convex reflective surface or mirror positioned within the chamber with the reflective surface facing the top wall of the base assembly. A primary image element is provided proximate to the reflective surface such that the primary image and mirror element can be observed via the opening in the body. A framing element is included proximate to the top wall of the base assembly including background images facing the reflective surface.

Abstract: A combination illuminated magnifier and mirror device comprises a compact and low-profile case of a resilient material, a separate magnifying assembly, a separate mirror assembly, a release mechanism for releasing both assemblies, and an illuminating device for viewing ease. Both magnifying and mirror assemblies are separately functional from each other; however the combination thereof provides the greatest benefit to the user. Accessories for the present invention are anticipated and may include a tool slot for tweezers and an exterior flashlight.

Abstract: A display apparatus is provided. The display apparatus includes a front side that is exposed the outside. A refractor or set of refractors is positioned so as to minimize the appearance of a shield member to a viewer, thus causing a non-display region of the display apparatus to appear to be smaller than its actual size, thus increasing a size of an image display region of the display apparatus.

Abstract: A display apparatus is provided. The display apparatus includes a front side that is exposed the outside. A refractor or set of refractors is positioned so as to minimize the appearance of a shield member to a viewer, thus causing a non-display region of the display apparatus to appear to be smaller than its actual size, thus increasing a size of an image display region of the display apparatus.

Abstract: The invention resides in a positioning device for a reference surface within a lens port having a longitudinal axis. A reference surface element able to be extended substantially transversely across the port and withdrawn from the extended position are provided. A transverse movement element to effect such extension and withdrawal of the reference surface are provided and the transverse movement element is operable from a position external of the lens port. The invention also includes a camera or camera housing with a reference element of this type associated therewith. The invention finds particular use in the field of underwater photography.

Abstract: A table and object magnifying combination assembly includes a panel that has a top side, a bottom side, a front edge, a rear edge, a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. The panel has a pair of elongated breaks therein extending between and through the front and rear edges to define an inner section positioned between the elongated breaks. The inner section is rotatably coupled to a remaining portion of the panel. The inner section has an aperture therein extending into the top side and outwardly of the bottom side so that the inner section forms a frame. A magnifying member is positioned within the aperture and is attached to the inner section. A plurality of supports is attached to and extends downwardly from the panel. Objects are viewable through the magnifying member to enlarge a view of the object.

Abstract: A cosmetic magnifying lens or mirror is disclosed which is capable of being detachably affixed to a conventional cosmetic container, such as mascara. The magnifying lens or mirror may further be adapted to fit over cosmetic containers having a variety of shapes and sizes, and may be reused when the container is empty.

Abstract: A keypad security device (100) comprises an enclosure having a viewing aperture (114) and an access aperture (152). The enclosure at least partially surrounds a keypad such that the keypad is viewable through the viewing aperture (114) and accessible by a user through the access aperture (152). The viewing aperture includes a security pane (116) arranged so as to permit the keypad to be viewed clearly from the point of view of a user of the keypad and to prevent the keypad from being viewed from the point of view of a person other than the user, wherein the security pane (116) is curved and comprises a flexible refractive lens.

Abstract: An image magnifying device for portable multimedia player includes a connection mechanism having an insertion slot formed on one side thereof; a supporting unit including a base defining a central opening corresponding to the insertion slot for setting around the insertion slot on the connection mechanism, and two supporting arms movably connected at lower ends to two lateral sides of the base; and a magnifying unit including a frame being movably connected at two lateral sides to upper ends of the two supporting arms, and a magnifier fixed in the frame. When a portable multimedia player is inserted in the insertion slot, image shown on a display screen of the portable multimedia player is magnified by the magnifier located in front of the display screen, allowing a user to clearly view the magnified image.

Abstract: A magnifier is provided for magnifying textual, graphic, or other material associated with a container or other object.

Abstract: To provide a camera that is suited to shoot both a demagnified image and a magnified image. The camera includes a housing body 11 containing a CCD 15, and a lens barrel 12. An abutted member 20 having an objective lens 40 therein is engaged with the lens barrel 12 and a rotatable manually-controlled member 30 is fitted around that lens barrel. The abutted member 20 moves back and forth in the direction of an optical axis K in response to the rotation of the manually-controlled member 30. A user can move the abutted member 20 and the objective lens 40 back and forth by controlling the manually-controlled member 30. A magnified image can be photographed with the manually-controlled member 30 at its advanced position while a demagnified image can be photographed with the manually-controlled member 30 at its retracted position. The focal point of the objective lens 40 falls on the center of an end of the abutted member 20 located at the position for shooting a magnified image.

Abstract: The embodiment provide an assembly of contact indication and label holder using the same component for switching devices to provide safety indications to the technicians or end users. The assembly comprises of a tag and label holder. Tagging arrangement consists of an indication window for indication status of MCB i.e. ON/OFF and two hinges for holding label holder. The component also has two windows, which are intended for locking of label holder and groove for holding indicating paper. The user can write details on this indicating paper i.e. with which place it is connected and other details. The label holder has an inbuilt lens for giving contact indication a zooming effect for clear differentiation between red and green color of indication flag.

Abstract: The invention provides a mechanical viewing structure or theater for viewing small screens associated with personal electronic devices. The viewing structure is made of four semi-rigid trapezoid shaped walls joined together to form a hollow trapezoidal viewing structure that optionally is collapsible. The viewing structure has a larger opening that is fitted with a magnifying screen and a smaller opening adapted to be placed above the screen of the personal electronic device and magnify that image for the viewer. The invention also includes a projector that may be releasably attached to the viewing structure to allow an image present on the personal electronic device to be projected onto a remote surface, such as a wall or ceiling.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pendant that permits the easy reading of text messages or visualization of images by providing a means for magnifying the text or images. In another aspect, the invention relates to a pendant that is designed to allow the easy exchange of the message or image contained in the pendant.

Abstract: An inspection apparatus and method of inspection enable an inspector to conduct visual inspection of film carrier tapes for mounting electronic components in a natural sitting position regardless of the magnification of a magnifier. The inspection apparatus is compact to permit effective use of the space inside the inspection room. The inspection apparatus includes a feed reel and a take-up reel adjacent to each other, and an inspection part that is located so that the adjacent feed and take-up reels are in the order of the feed reel and the take-up reel in relation to the inspection part. A film carrier tape from the feed reel is transported in a substantially vertical direction to the inspection part and is inspected with a magnifier along a substantially vertical direction.

Abstract: A portable magnifier has a support member having a support surface for removably supporting a portable electronic device having a display. A holder has a pair of holding portions and is connected to the support member for undergoing pivotal movement relative to the support surface of the support member. An optical element is mounted on the holding portions of the holder for undergoing sliding movement therealong. The optical element is also detachably pivotally connectable to the holding portions at preselected positions therealong to define a viewing state in which the optical element can be manually pivoted to a desired viewing position so that a user of the portable magnifier can view through the optical element a magnified version of information displayed on a display of the portable electronic device supported by the support surface of the support member.

Abstract: A magnifying glass has a size essentially equal to the size of a display panel of a cell phone or other digital device. A coupling assembly has an interior. The interior is adapted to be coupled with respect to a cell phone. The coupling assembly has an exterior. The exterior is coupled to the magnifying glass. In this manner the cell phone is coupled to the magnifying glass during the movement of the magnifying glass with respect to a display panel of a cell phone.

Abstract: The present invention is an engraved gemstone viewer for viewing a flat, smooth surface of a gemstone that has been micro or nano etched with an inscription such as an identification number. The gemstone is mounted on a piece of jewelry or can remain unmounted when placed inside or otherwise received by the viewer. A source of light directs a light beam toward a magnifying lens coated with a reflection enhancing coating. The lens reflects the light beam along a path incident to the surface of the gemstone containing the inscription. The smooth flat gemstone surface spectrally reflects the light beam along a path back toward the magnifying lens, which produces a viewable light image that reveals the inscription. The inscription is shown as a dark or lightless region of the light image.

Abstract: The present microlens for packaging and printing includes a package including a body; and a microlens window located on the body to display at least one graphical image in a first portion of the microlens window and the contents of the package through a second portion of the microlens window.

Abstract: A laser processing method which can efficiently perform laser processing while minimizing the deviation of the converging point of a laser beam in end parts of an object to be processed is provided.

Abstract: A ring device is adapted for wearing on at least one finger of a user. The ring device includes a wearable main body portion and an optical member that is moveably affixed thereto. The optical member can be positioned in at least two positions: a viewing position, and a storage position. The optical member may be moved relative to the main body portion through a number of positioning mechanisms including: a hinged member, a sliding member, and a rotating member. The viewing position may include any number positions for viewing an object in a field of view. The storage position corresponds to an alignment of the optical member with the main body such that the device is aesthetically pleasing. A face of the main body may include an insignia or other decorative design that is viewable through the optical member, and may optionally be removable by the user.

Abstract: A paper-separating plate is adapted for a paper-separating mechanism having a paper-separating roller. The paper-separating plate placed around a side of the paper-separating roller comprises a main body and a cushion. The main body has a surface and a plurality of grooves and the grooves are positioned on the surface. The cushion is positioned on the surface of the main body and covers the grooves. The cushion positioned over the partial grooves is elastically pressed onto the paper-separating roller. The grooves are linear and the direction of extending the linear grooves is substantially parallel with the axis of the paper-separating roller, the linear grooves neighboring one another or each other. Besides, the cushion is made of flexible material and the main body is made of rigid material.

Abstract: A camera for shooting both a demagnified image and a magnifed image. In an embodiment, the camera includes a housing body containing a CCD, and a lens barrel. An abutted member having an objective lens therein is engaged with the lens barrel and a rotatable manually-controlled member is fitted around that lens barrel. The abutted member moves in the direction of an optical axis K in response to rotation of the manually-controlled member. A magnified image and a demagnified image can be photographed with the manually-controlled member at its advanced and retracted positions, respectively. The focal point of the objective lens falls on the center of an end of the abutted member located at the position for shooting a magnified image. The magnified image is photographed with the end of the abutted member abutted against the object.