Patents Assigned to Imagerlabs, Inc.
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Patent number: 8405017Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention provides an active pixel sensor array with optimized matching between pixels and strength and frequency of incoming signals such as photons absorbed. The array comprises multiple pixels of individual geometry corresponds to spatial location. Each pixel full-well is adjustable via modifiable pixel conversion gain while maintaining pixel linearity. Furthermore each pixel internally stores multiple of extremely high frequency samples. Variable pixel geometry per row is very advantageous for Echelle spectrograph, where pixel heights are aligned with the spectrograph “order separator” where the resolution changes. In combination with variable geometry, externally adjustable full-well provides for superior spectral line separation in spectroscopy applications. In one embodiment multiple time windows with intermittent resets are stored within each pixel.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2010Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: Imagerlabs Inc.Inventors: Sarit Neter, Eugene Atlas
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Patent number: 8334917Abstract: A column buffer for use with a pixel cell array includes an amplifier coupled to three read-out circuits in parallel providing a signal corresponding to accumulated photon-generated charge in a pixel cell plus noise, a reset level plus noise, and a pedestal level, respectively. These three signals are used to generate an ultra-low noise signal Di=Si?Pi-1?G*(Ri?Ri-1), wherein S is the sampled signal, P is the pedestal level, R is the reset level, and G is a gain associated with a pixel cell, and wherein i is a frame number greater than 0. The three signals can be read-out simultaneously. In another embodiment, the three signals are obtained from a column buffer having only one output. In this case, the signals are read-out sequentially.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2011Date of Patent: December 18, 2012Assignee: Imagerlabs, Inc.Inventors: Eugene Atlas, Sarit Neter, Kim Loren Johnson
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Publication number: 20110163224Abstract: A column buffer for use with a pixel cell array includes an amplifier coupled to three read-out circuits in parallel providing a signal corresponding to accumulated photon-generated charge in a pixel cell plus noise, a reset level plus noise, and a pedestal level, respectively. These three signals are used to generate an ultra-low noise signal Di=Si?Pi-1?G*(Ri?Ri-1), wherein S is the sampled signal, P is the pedestal level, R is the reset level, and G is a gain associated with a pixel cell, and wherein i is a frame number greater than 0. The three signals can be read-out simultaneously. In another embodiment, the three signals are obtained from a column buffer having only one output. In this case, the signals are read-out sequentially.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2011Publication date: July 7, 2011Applicant: IMAGERLABS INC.Inventors: Eugene Atlas, Sarit Neter, Kim Loren Johnson
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Publication number: 20110155892Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention provides an active pixel sensor array with optimized matching between pixels and strength and frequency of incoming signals such as photons absorbed. The array comprises multiple pixels of individual geometry corresponds to spatial location. Each pixel full-well is adjustable via modifiable pixel conversion gain while maintaining pixel linearity. Furthermore each pixel internally stores multiple of extremely high frequency samples. Variable pixel geometry per row is very advantageous for Echelle spectrograph, where pixel heights are aligned with the spectrograph “order separator” where the resolution changes. In combination with variable geometry, externally adjustable full-well provides for superior spectral line separation in spectroscopy applications. In one embodiment multiple time windows with intermittent resets are stored within each pixel.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2010Publication date: June 30, 2011Applicant: IMAGERLABS, INC.Inventors: Sarit Neter, Eugene Atlas
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Patent number: 7929035Abstract: A column buffer for use with a pixel cell array includes an amplifier coupled to three read-out circuits in parallel providing a signal corresponding to accumulated photon-generated charge in a pixel cell plus noise, a reset level plus noise, and a pedestal level, respectively. These three signals are used to generate an ultra-low noise signal Di=Si?Pi-1?G*(Ri?Ri-1), wherein S is the sampled signal, P is the pedestal level, R is the reset level, and G is a gain associated with a pixel cell, and wherein i is a frame number greater than 0. The three signals can be read-out simultaneously. In another embodiment, the three signals are obtained from a column buffer having only one output. In this case, the signals are read-out sequentially.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2007Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Assignee: Imagerlabs, Inc.Inventors: Eugene Atlas, Sarit Neter, Kim Loren Johnson
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Patent number: 7910874Abstract: A charge coupled device (CCD) includes a low noise charge gain circuit that amplifies charge of a cell dependent upon the charge accumulated by the cell. The low noise charge gain circuit receives clocking signals, such as from an input diode, which allow charge to accumulate in a reservoir well and then flow into a receiving well. The low noise charge gain circuit also receives a voltage signal corresponding to charge accumulated on an associated cell. The amount of charge flowing into the receiving well depends on this voltage signal.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2006Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Assignee: Imagerlabs, Inc.Inventors: Gene Atlas, Mark Wadsworth, Richard H. Kullman, Sarit Neter
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Publication number: 20100258847Abstract: A six-phase charge coupled device (CCD) pixel includes a pixel pair, with each pixel having two adjacent control gates overlying corresponding variable potential wells, where voltages applied to the control gates enable charge to be accumulated into and transferred out of the wells. A clear window region overlies a fixed potential gradient region, decreasing in potential away from the control gates. This region enables a wide band of photons to be sensed by the photosensitive silicon of the CCD. The decreasing potential levels facilitate high charge transfer efficiency (i.e., high CTE) from pixel to pixel via the control or transfer gates. By applying particular voltages to the control gates, charge can be quickly and efficiently transferred between pixels.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2010Publication date: October 14, 2010Applicant: IMAGERLABS INC.Inventor: Mark Wadsworth
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Patent number: 7719036Abstract: A six-phase charge coupled device (CCD) pixel includes a pixel pair, with each pixel having two adjacent control gates overlying corresponding variable potential wells, where voltages applied to the control gates enable charge to be accumulated into and transferred out of the wells. A clear window region overlies a fixed potential gradient region, decreasing in potential away from the control gates. This region enables a wide band of photons to be sensed by the photosensitive silicon of the CCD. The decreasing potential levels facilitate high charge transfer efficiency (i.e., high CTE) from pixel to pixel via the control or transfer gates. By applying particular voltages to the control gates, charge can be quickly and efficiently transferred between pixels.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2006Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: ImagerLabs, Inc.Inventor: Mark Wadsworth
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Publication number: 20080218620Abstract: A column buffer for use with a pixel cell array includes an amplifier coupled to three read-out circuits in parallel providing a signal corresponding to accumulated photon-generated charge in a pixel cell plus noise, a reset level plus noise, and a pedestal level, respectively. These three signals are used to generate an ultra-low noise signal Di=Si?Pi?G*(Ri?Ri-1), wherein S is the sampled signal, P is the pedestal level, R is the reset level, and G is a gain associated with a pixel cell, and wherein i is a frame number greater than 0. The three signals can be read-out simultaneously. In another embodiment, the three signals are obtained from a column buffer having only one output. In this case, the signals are read-out sequentially.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2007Publication date: September 11, 2008Applicant: Imagerlabs Inc.Inventors: Eugene Atlas, Sarit Neter, Kim Loren Johnson
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Patent number: 7112874Abstract: Methods of forming a multi-segment chip or integrated circuit device are provided. The multi-segment chip may comprise at least two blocks, such as an analog integrated circuit block and a digital integrated circuit block, with substrates that are isolated from each other. Thus, each block may have independent operation voltage or other characteristics.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2003Date of Patent: September 26, 2006Assignee: ImagerLabs, Inc.Inventor: Eugene Atlas
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Patent number: 7078670Abstract: A charge coupled device (CCD) includes a low noise charge gain circuit that amplifies charge of a cell dependent upon the charge accumulated by the cell. The low noise charge gain circuit receives clocking signals, such as from an input diode, which allow charge to accumulate in a reservoir well and then flow into a receiving well. The low noise charge gain circuit also receives a voltage signal corresponding to charge accumulated on an associated cell. The amount of charge flowing into the receiving well depends on this voltage signal.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2004Date of Patent: July 18, 2006Assignee: Imagerlabs, Inc.Inventors: Gene Atlas, Mark Wadsworth, Richard H. Kullman, Sarit Neter