Abstract: A protective connector having a good connection reliability includes a main body, a plurality of conductive circuits embedded in the main body, two first conductive blocks formed on the main body, and two second conductive blocks formed on the main body and opposite to the two first conductive blocks. The two first conductive blocks and the two second conductive blocks are electrically connected to one of the plurality of conductive circuits, respectively. The disclosure further relates to a lens module.

Abstract: A method for converting an image format applied to an RGB-IR image sensor includes: (Step 1) acquiring an RGB-IR image in digital form; (Step 2) selecting a pixel of the RGB-IR image as a center pixel and selecting a pixel unit with the center pixel at the center; (Step 3) interpolating the center pixel to obtain missing color components of the center pixel; (Step 4) repeating blocks (S2) and (S3) for interpolating each pixel of the RGB-IR image to obtain the missing color component of each pixel; and (Step 5) outputting an image after the interpolation process.

Abstract: A structured light projector outputting light which is adapt to variations in distance between an object under test and the structured light projector can efficiently obtain data as to three dimensions of the object. The structured light projector includes a lens, an infrared laser source, a voice coil motor, a first camera, and a second camera. The infrared laser source can emit infrared light towards the voice coil motor, the first camera is movably housed in the voice coil motor. The voice coil motor can adjust a focal length of the first camera. The first camera is disposed on a transmission path of the infrared light, so that the infrared light enters the to-be-tested object. The second camera is disposed on the second surface, to receive light reflected by the to-be-tested object.

Abstract: A camera module includes a circuit board; and a lens module electrically connected with the circuit board. The lens module is configured to be capable of deformed when being applied a voltage thereon so as to change a focus length of the lens module.

Abstract: A lens module includes a circuit board, a base mounted on the circuit board, and at least one electronic component mounted on the circuit board. The base comprises a first surface and a second surface facing away from the first surface. The second surface is mounted on the circuit board. The base further comprises at least one first hole passing through the first surface and the second surface. The at least one electronic component is received in the at least one first hole. The lens module further comprises a filling layer in each of the at least one first hole and located on a side of the at least one electronic component facing away from the circuit board. The disclosure also provides an electronic device having the lens module.

Abstract: A lens holder with an air escape hole which cannot be fouled by adhesive includes a holder body and a lens barrel disposed on the holder body. The holder body includes a first surface away from the lens barrel and a second surface opposite to the first surface, the first surface defines a groove. The groove includes a first bottom surface, the first bottom surface defines a recess. The recess includes a second bottom surface, the second bottom surface defines an air escape hole. A cross-sectional size of the air escape hole is less than a cross-sectional size of the recess.

Abstract: A lens module of enhanced stability and strength when mounted to an image-capturing device includes a voice coil motor. The voice coil motor includes a casing and a first connection plate connected to the casing. The first connection plate defines at least one first mounting hole. An electronic device using the lens module is also provided.

Abstract: A method for aligning a charging device with a vehicle for charging includes detecting whether a vehicle is parked on a parking space where the charging device is located. If so, capturing at least one image of the vehicle and determining a position of a power receiving device of the vehicle by reference to the at least one image. Controlling movement of the charging device based on the relative positions of the power receiving device and a position of the charging device and aligning the charging device to couple wirelessly and charging the vehicle.

Abstract: A device for projecting a test pattern for evaluating the image-capturing properties of a lens module includes a light emitting assembly. The light emitting assembly includes a light emitter and a patterning plate on the light emitter. The patterning plate includes a first surface facing the light emitter and a second surface opposite to the first surface. The second surface is concave and defines a patterning groove. The light from the light emitter passes through the patterning groove to form an original pattern for testing, the display of a test pattern being instantly selectable and displayable.

Abstract: A projection module includes a light source, a reflective structure, and an optical structure. The light source emits laser light. The reflective structure includes a first reflective element and a second reflective element. The optical structure includes a first optical element and a second optical element. The reflective structure is disposed between the laser source and the optical structure. The first reflective element reflects a portion of the laser light towards the second reflective element, and transmits a remaining portion of the laser light towards the second optical element. The second reflective element reflects the laser light from the first reflective element towards the first optical element. The first optical element and the second optical element cooperatively project the laser beam towards an object.

Abstract: A rotatable optical module able to aim structured light in different directions includes a driver and an optical assembly positioned at a side of the driver and connected to the driver. The optical assembly projects structured light. The driver drives the optical assembly to rotate, thereby changing the aiming direction of the structured light. An electronic device using such module and placed directly between two target objects is able to function as a meter of the distance between the objects in addition to mapping the contours of each.

Abstract: A level correction system includes a first adjustment device, a chuck device provided on the first adjustment device, a first reflective device provided on the chuck device, a second adjustment device, a carrying table provided on the second adjustment device, a second reflective device provided on the carrying table, a laser emitter configured to emit incident laser light, a laser receiver, and a controller. The first reflective device and the second reflective device are used to reflect the incident laser light to form a reflected laser light. The laser receiver is used to receive the reflected laser light. The controller is used to determine a height of the chuck device or the carrying table and whether a center point of a reflected light spot formed by the reflected laser light is offset from a center point of an incident light spot formed by the incident laser light.

Abstract: A lens module reducing flare and having no dark edges includes a bracket and a sensor. The bracket includes a supporting portion, a first receiving groove, and a second receiving groove. The supporting portion is formed at a junction between the first receiving groove and the second receiving groove. The supporting portion comprises an arc surface. The sensor is received in the first receiving groove. The sensor includes a photosensitive area and a non-photosensitive area surrounding the photosensitive area. The arc surface faces the sensor. A center of a circle of the arc surface falls within the non-photosensitive area. Light reflected by the arc surface falls outside the sensor.

Abstract: A camera module includes a substrate, a number of sensors, and a film. The substrate defines a receiving cavity. The receiving cavity includes a bottom portion. The bottom portion defines an opening. The sensors are mounted around the opening. The film is attached to the substrate and covers the receiving cavity. The camera module defines a channel communicating with the receiving cavity.

Abstract: A camera module shielded against electromagnetic interference but of reduced size comprises a voice coil motor, a circuit board, and a base between voice coil motor and circuit board. The voice coil motor comprises conductive housing. The circuit board comprises a conductive wire itself comprising shielded wire, ground pad, and a surrounding and grounded closed ground loop. The base comprises a main body and a conductive loop sleeved thereon. A first side of the conductive loop is electrically connected to the conductive housing, a second side of the conductive loop is electrically connected to the closed ground loop. The conductive housing, the conductive loop, and the closed ground loop form a shield against electromagnetic interference. The disclosure further provides an electronic device including the camera module.

Abstract: A camera module includes a printed circuit board, a sensor, and a refrigeration chip. A first receiving groove is defined in the printed circuit board. The sensor is received in the first receiving groove and electrically connected to the printed circuit board. The refrigeration chip is formed on and electrically connected to the printed circuit board. The refrigeration chip comprises a cold surface. The sensor is formed on the cold surface. The cold surface is configured to absorb heat from the sensor when the refrigeration chip is powered on. The camera module is capable of dissipating heat and controlling an internal temperature of the camera module.

Abstract: A lens module includes a lens holder, a filter, and a metal support. The lens holder includes a groove and sidewalls surrounding to form the groove. The metal support includes a support plate, heat dissipation plates, and heat transfer plates. At least one first mounting hole is formed on the sidewalls. The support plate comprises a support portion and a connecting portion connecting to each other. The connecting portion connects the support portion and each of the heat transfer plates. An opening is formed on the support portion and passes through the support portion. The filter is located on the support portion and covers the opening. The heat transfer plates are installed in the at least one first mounting hole. The support plate is received in the groove. The heat dissipation plates are located outside the lens holder. The disclosure also provides an electronic device having the lens module.

Abstract: A lens module includes a circuit board, a carrier, and a photosensitive chip. The carrier and the photosensitive chip are arranged on a surface of the circuit board. The carrier includes a first surface arranged facing the circuit board and a second surface facing away from the circuit board. A window is defined in the carrier penetrating the first surface and the second surface. The photosensitive chip is received in the window. The carrier, the photosensitive chip, and the circuit board cooperatively form an enclosed space. An adhesive filler is arranged in the enclosed space. At least one air hole is defined in the adhesive filler. The at least one air hole communicates an inside of the enclosed space to outside the enclosed space.

Abstract: A device for testing cameras which is adaptable for testing optical devices of different sizes and types includes a holder, a top plate, and an illumination assembly. The holder includes a frame. The top plate is disposed on the frame. The illumination assembly includes a lamp holder and an illumination module. The lamp holder is slidably disposed on a surface of the top plate facing away from the frame in a first direction. The illumination module, wherein the illumination module is slidably disposed on the lamp holder facing away from the frame in a second direction.

Abstract: A structured light emitting module which gives an adjustable and resettable patterned structure to the laser light emitted comprises a laser source, a structured light lens, an optical diffraction element, and a driver. The optical diffraction element is located above the laser source, and the lens and the optical diffraction element cooperate to convert the laser into a speckled or other pattern. The lens is disposed in the driver, the driver can move the lens microscopically to change an illumination range or the structure of the patterned laser light which is output.