Patents by Inventor David Shau

David Shau 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).

  • Patent number: 12639042
    Abstract: An integrated circuit includes a plurality of current-mode computation (CMC) branches, each including a plurality of CMC cells and a branch summation line. An individual CMC cell includes at least one computation transistor that produces a CMC output current that is a function of a channel current of the computation transistor. A branch summation line receives CMC cell output currents produced by a plurality of CMC cells, and produces a branch output current that is a current-mode summation of all received CMC cell output currents. A layer-one current summation circuit receives the branch output current produced by at least one branch summation line, and produces a layer-one current summation circuit output current that is a function of the received branch output currents. The layer-one current summation circuit may be field-programmable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2026
    Assignee: Teracore Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeng-Jye Shau, David Shau
  • Publication number: 20260073966
    Abstract: An integrated circuit includes a plurality of current-mode computation (CMC) branches, each including a plurality of CMC cells and a branch summation line. An individual CMC cell includes at least one computation transistor that produces a CMC output current that is a function of a channel current of the computation transistor. A branch summation line receives CMC cell output currents produced by a plurality of CMC cells, and produces a branch output current that is a current-mode summation of all received CMC cell output currents. A layer-one current summation circuit receives the branch output current produced by at least one branch summation line, and produces a layer-one current summation circuit output current that is a function of the received branch output currents. The layer-one current summation circuit may be field-programmable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2024
    Publication date: March 12, 2026
    Inventors: Jeng-Jye Shau, David Shau
  • Publication number: 20260072645
    Abstract: An integrated circuit includes a plurality of current-mode computation (CMC) branches, each including a plurality of CMC cells and a branch summation line. An individual CMC cell includes at least one computation transistor that produces a CMC output current that is a function of a channel current of the computation transistor. A branch summation line receives CMC cell output currents produced by a plurality of CMC cells, and produces a branch output current that is a current-mode summation of all received CMC cell output currents. A layer-one current summation circuit receives the branch output current produced by at least one branch summation line, and produces a layer-one current summation circuit output current that is a function of the received branch output currents. The layer-one current summation circuit may be field-programmable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2024
    Publication date: March 12, 2026
    Applicant: Teracore Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeng-Jye Shau, David Shau
  • Publication number: 20220345591
    Abstract: Camera operations are controlled by motion patterns determined from the outputs of an internal motion sensor. These methods remove the need for a nob, button, touch screen, or other mechanical control devices with movable components. This effectively removes common water leakage weak points for electronic devices with cameras. Motion patterns determined from the outputs of an internal motion sensor are also used to adjust camera operation parameters such as the brightness of a supporting light source, shutter speed, aperture opening, and contrast. These methods are also applicable for land operations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2021
    Publication date: October 27, 2022
    Inventors: David Shau, Jeng-Jye Shau
  • Patent number: 10744391
    Abstract: Wearable electronic devices that are designed to be worn on the head of a user while the user is swimming can determine swimming strokes and swimming performances of the user using motion sensors. Using a sound speaker, the wearable electronic device can play music and provide audio feedback to the swimmer. By comparing the swimming performance of the swimmer wearing the device with previously recorded swimming data, the wearable electronic device can provide audio comparison results to the swimmer while the swimmer is swimming in water. The wearable electronic device can also support similar functions for jumping actions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20200230486
    Abstract: Wearable electronic devices that are designed to be worn on the head of a user while the user is swimming can determine swimming strokes and swimming performances of the user using motion sensors. Using a sound speaker, the wearable electronic device can play music and provide audio feedback to the swimmer. By comparing the swimming performance of the swimmer wearing the device with previously recorded swimming data, the wearable electronic device can provide audio comparison results to the swimmer while the swimmer is swimming in water. The wearable electronic device can also support similar functions for jumping actions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2019
    Publication date: July 23, 2020
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20190374815
    Abstract: Wearable electronic devices that are designed to be worn on the head of a user while the user is swimming can determine swimming strokes and swimming performances of the user accurately using motion sensors. Using a sound speaker, the wearable electronic device can play music and provide audio feedback to the swimmer. By comparing the swimming performance of the swimmer wearing the device with previously recorded swimming data, the wearable electronic device can provide audio comparison results to the swimmer while the swimmer is swimming in water. The wearable electronic device can also support similar functions for other sports and physical activities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2019
    Publication date: December 12, 2019
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Patent number: 10486025
    Abstract: Wearable electronic devices that are designed to be worn on the head of a user while the user is swimming can determine swimming strokes and swimming performances of the user accurately using motion sensors. Using a sound speaker, the wearable electronic device can play music and provide audio feedback to the swimmer. By comparing the swimming performance of the swimmer wearing the device with previously recorded swimming data, the wearable electronic device can provide audio comparison results to the swimmer while the swimmer is swimming in water. The wearable electronic device can also support similar functions for other sports and physical activities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2019
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Patent number: 10478673
    Abstract: Swimming goggles are developed to allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can see through a backstroke viewing window, allowing them to see along the direction that they are moving when swimming backstroke. Using a motion sensor and electric control circuits, a swimming goggle can provide optimum views for the swimmer wearing the swimming goggle. Using a sound speaker, a swimming goggle can play music and provide voice reports to the swimmer. The electronic controller for a swimming goggle can either be embedded as part of a swimming goggle, or can be detachable to support more than one swimming goggle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2019
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Patent number: 10376767
    Abstract: Wearable electronic devices that are designed to be worn on the head of a user while the user is swimming can determine swimming strokes and swimming performances of the user accurately using motion sensors. Using a sound speaker, the wearable electronic device can play music and provide audio feedback to the swimmer. By comparing the swimming performance of the swimmer wearing the device with previously recorded swimming data, the wearable electronic device can provide audio comparison results to the swimmer while the swimmer is swimming in water. To improve water resistance, magnetic switches are utilized as selection switches. The wearable electronic device can also support similar functions for other sports and physical activities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2019
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Patent number: 10161953
    Abstract: Swimming goggles are developed to allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can see through a backstroke viewing window, allowing them to see along the direction that they are moving when swimming backstroke. Using a motion sensor and electric control circuits, a swimming goggle can provide optimum views for the swimmer wearing the swimming goggle. Using a sound speaker, a swimming goggle can play music and provide voice reports to the swimmer. Flow meters and inclinometers can be used provide measurements with better accuracy. The electronic controller for a swimming goggle can either be embedded as part of a swimming goggle, or can be detachable to support more than one swimming goggle. Besides swimming goggles, the electronic devices also can be attached onto athletic headgears such as eye goggles, sweat bands, hats, or helmets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20180290023
    Abstract: Wearable electronic devices that are designed to be worn on the head of a user while the user is swimming can determine swimming strokes and swimming performances of the user using motion sensors. Using a sound speaker, the wearable electronic device can play music and provide audio feedback to the swimmer. By comparing the swimming performance of the swimmer wearing the device with previously recorded swimming data, the wearable electronic device can provide audio comparison results to the swimmer while the swimmer is swimming in water. The wearable electronic device can also support similar functions for other sports and physical activities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2018
    Publication date: October 11, 2018
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20180286232
    Abstract: Methods for vehicle to vehicle communication, vehicle detection, and vehicle to traffic sign communication are devised. Such methods can involve the use of one or a plurality of speakers to emit artificial sound signals, as well as the use of one or a plurality of sound detectors to record artificial or natural sound signals emitted by nearby vehicles or traffic signs. The use of an active sonar system will also allow autonomous vehicles to detect nearby surroundings. The Doppler Effect can also be used to determine the speeds of moving vehicles. These methods allow autonomous vehicles to drive and respond to their surroundings, and also allow traffic signs to respond to various traffic situations by detecting the presence of nearby vehicles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2017
    Publication date: October 4, 2018
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Patent number: 10055192
    Abstract: A mobile phone is constructed with methods that use either one or a plurality of microphones to provide warnings for the user of dangerous incoming vehicles. These warnings are displayed on the screen of the mobile phone, and such warnings indicate the direction of a vehicle, the level of danger that each vehicle poses to the individual, and the type of vehicle that is approaching. These methods are all determined by the Short Time Interval Fourier Transform (STIFT) method, wherein said STIFT method consumes minimal computing power relative to mobile phones.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2018
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Patent number: 10029149
    Abstract: Swimming goggles are developed to allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can see through a backstroke viewing window, allowing them to see along the direction that they are moving when swimming backstroke. Using a motion sensor and electric control circuits, a swimming goggle can provide optimum views for the swimmer wearing the swimming goggle. Using a sound speaker, a swimming goggle can play music and provide voice reports to the swimmer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2018
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20180088146
    Abstract: Swimming goggles are developed to allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can see through a backstroke viewing window, allowing them to see along the direction that they are moving when swimming backstroke. Using a motion sensor and electric control circuits, a swimming goggle can provide optimum views for the swimmer wearing the swimming goggle. Using a sound speaker, a swimming goggle can play music and provide voice reports to the swimmer. Flow meters and inclinometers can be used provide measurements with better accuracy. The electronic controller for a swimming goggle can either be embedded as part of a swimming goggle, or can be detachable to support more than one swimming goggle. Besides swimming goggles, the electronic devices also can be attached onto athletic headgears such as eye goggles, sweat bands, hats, or helmets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2017
    Publication date: March 29, 2018
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20180085632
    Abstract: Swimming goggles are developed to allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can see through a backstroke viewing window, allowing them to see along the direction that they are moving when swimming backstroke. Using a motion sensor and electric control circuits, a swimming goggle can provide optimum views for the swimmer wearing the swimming goggle. Using a sound speaker, a swimming goggle can play music and provide voice reports to the swimmer. The electronic controller for a swimming goggle can either be embedded as part of a swimming goggle, or can be detachable to support more than one swimming goggle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2016
    Publication date: March 29, 2018
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20170007889
    Abstract: Swimming goggles are developed to allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can see through a backstroke viewing window, allowing them to see along the direction that they are moving when swimming backstroke. Using a motion sensor and electric control circuits, a swimming goggle can provide optimum views for the swimmer wearing the swimming goggle. Using a sound speaker, a swimming goggle can play music and provide voice reports to the swimmer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2016
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Patent number: 9486671
    Abstract: Swimming goggles allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can view through a backstroke viewing window to view along the backstroke moving direction. Swimmers wearing the goggles can therefore reduce the chance for injury while helping backstroke swimming efficiency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Inventor: David Shau
  • Publication number: 20140041106
    Abstract: Swimming goggles of the present invention allow a swimmer to see the end of the pool without moving their head while swimming in backstroke. Using a light reflector, a swimmer can view through a backstroke viewing window to view along the backstroke moving direction. Preferred embodiments of the present invention reduce the chance for injury while helping backstroke swimming efficiency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Inventor: David Shau