Patents by Inventor Dov Katz

Dov Katz 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).

  • Publication number: 20170187961
    Abstract: Embodiments relate to adjusting an image frame based on motion sensor data. An image frame including image data for a plurality of rows of the image frame is captured sequentially row-by-row. Motion sensor data corresponding to the image frame is also captured. Motion vectors describing motion between each row of the image frame are determined based on the motion sensor data. An image data translation is calculated for each row of image frame based on the motion vector for the row. The image frame is adjusted based on the image data translation for each row of the image frame to generate an adjusted image frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2015
    Publication date: June 29, 2017
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Simon Hallam
  • Publication number: 20170172266
    Abstract: A wheeling frame for a suitcase which has its own rolling wheels includes a frame supporting a pair of leaning wheels arranged at ends of a pair of pivotable legs, with a first wheel arranged at the end of a first leg and a second wheel arranged at the end of a second leg. The leg positions are adjustable between a stowed position and a deployed, adjustable position extending at an angle to the frame. The legs have a movable pivoting axis and adjustable lengths. A handle system at a proximal end of the frame is adjustable in length and angle, and is operable in conjunction with the leaning wheels to roll the suitcase in a stable leaning position, to allow walking the suitcase on steps of a staircase, and to be converted into a suitcase table, to ease packing and unpacking.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2017
    Publication date: June 22, 2017
    Inventors: Max MOSKOWITZ, Dov KATZ, Bezalel KATZ
  • Publication number: 20170147066
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) console receives slow calibration data from an imaging device and fast calibration data from an inertial measurement unit on a VR headset including a front and a rear rigid body. The slow calibration data includes an image where only the locators on the rear rigid body are visible. An observed position is determined from the slow calibration data and a predicted position is determined from the fast calibration data. If a difference between the observed position and the predicted position is greater than a threshold value, the predicted position is adjusted by a temporary offset until the difference is less than the threshold value. The temporary offset is removed by re-calibrating the rear rigid body to the front rigid body once locators on both the front and rear rigid body are visible in an image in the slow calibration data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2017
    Publication date: May 25, 2017
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Jonathan Shine, Robin Michael Miller
  • Patent number: 9615638
    Abstract: A wheeling frame for a suitcase which has its own rolling wheels includes a frame supporting a pair of leaning wheels arranged at ends of a pair of pivotable legs, with a first wheel arranged at the end of a first leg and a second wheel arranged at the end of a second leg. The leg positions are adjustable between a stowed position and a deployed, adjustable position extending at an angle to the frame. The legs have a movable pivoting axis and adjustable lengths. A handle system at a proximal end of the frame is adjustable in length and angle, and is operable in conjunction with the leaning wheels to roll the suitcase in a stable leaning position, to allow walking the suitcase on steps of a staircase, and to be converted into a suitcase table, to ease packing and unpacking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2017
    Inventors: Max Moskowitz, Dov Katz, Bezalel Katz
  • Patent number: 9600925
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) console receives slow calibration data from an imaging device and fast calibration data from an inertial measurement unit on a VR headset including a front and a rear rigid body. The slow calibration data includes an image where only the locators on the rear rigid body are visible. An observed position is determined from the slow calibration data and a predicted position is determined from the fast calibration data. If a difference between the observed position and the predicted position is greater than a threshold value, the predicted position is adjusted by a temporary offset until the difference is less than the threshold value. The temporary offset is removed by re-calibrating the rear rigid body to the front rigid body once locators on both the front and rear rigid body are visible in an image in the slow calibration data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2017
    Assignee: Oculus VR, LLC
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Jonathan Shine, Robin Michael Miller
  • Publication number: 20170053454
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) console receives slow calibration data from an imaging device and fast calibration data from an inertial measurement unit on a virtual reality headset. Using a model of the VR headset, the VR console identifies model locators corresponding to locators on the VR headset and generates estimated positions for locators included in slow calibration data. The VR console adjusts calibration parameters so a relative distance between estimated positions of the locators and positions of their corresponding model locators is less than a threshold value. From the estimated positions, the VR console generates calibrated positions of a reference point on the VR headset associated with images from the slow calibration data. The VR console determines predicted positions of the reference point from the calibrated positions and adjusts calibration parameters so intermediate estimated positions of the reference point are within a threshold distance of the predicted positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2016
    Publication date: February 23, 2017
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Maksym Katsev, Neil Konzen, Steven LaValle, Michael Antonov
  • Patent number: 9524580
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) console receives slow calibration data from an imaging device and fast calibration data from an inertial measurement unit on a virtual reality headset. Using a model of the VR headset, the VR console identifies model locators corresponding to locators on the VR headset and generates estimated positions for locators included in slow calibration data. The VR console adjusts calibration parameters so a relative distance between estimated positions of the locators and positions of their corresponding model locators is less than a threshold value. From the estimated positions, the VR console generates calibrated positions of a reference point on the VR headset associated with images from the slow calibration data. The VR console determines predicted positions of the reference point from the calibrated positions and adjusts calibration parameters so intermediate estimated positions of the reference point are within a threshold distance of the predicted positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Oculus VR, LLC
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Maksym Katsev, Neil Konzen, Steve LaValle, Michael Antonov
  • Publication number: 20160364013
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) system tracks the position of a controller. The VR system includes an image tracking system comprising of a number of fixed cameras, and a headset worn by the user that includes an imaging device to capture images of a controller operated by the user. The controller includes a set of features disposed on the surface of the controller. The image tracking system provides a first view of the controller. The imaging device mounted on the headset provides a second view of the controller. Each view of the controller (i.e., from the headset and from the image tracking system) provides a distinct set of features observed on the controller. The first and second sets of features are identified from the captured images and a pose of the controller is determined using the first set of features and the second set of features.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2015
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Neil Konzen, Oskar Linde, Maksym Katsev
  • Publication number: 20160364910
    Abstract: A hand-held controller for a virtual-reality system includes an antenna, a grip, a cage coupled to the grip, and a plurality of LEDs on an outer surface of the cage. Wireless signals are received from a remote camera via the antenna. The plurality of LEDs is duty-cycled, which includes turning on the plurality of LEDs at times determined using the wireless signals. The times when the plurality of LEDs is turned on correspond to times when the remote camera captures images of the hand-held controller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2015
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Inventors: Jason Andrew Higgins, Dov Katz
  • Publication number: 20160259168
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) includes a sparse projection system configured to generate a plurality of clusters using one or more diffractive optical elements. Each generated cluster has a unique configuration that corresponds to a unique location in a virtual mapping of a local area. The sparse projection system projects the generated clusters throughout the local area. A VR console receives a series of images of the local area from the imaging device, with at least one image includes at least one cluster. The VR console determines a location of a VR headset within the virtual mapping of the local area based at least in part on a configuration of the at least one cluster included in the series of images. Content is generated based at least in part on the determined location of the VR headset and is provided to the VR headset for presentation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2016
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Inventors: Dov KATZ, Palmer Freeman LUCKEY, Samuel Redmond D'AMICO, Evan M. RICHARDS, Shizhe SHEN, Jennifer Leigh DOLSON
  • Publication number: 20150193983
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) console receives slow calibration data from an imaging device and fast calibration data from an inertial measurement unit on a virtual reality headset. Using a model of the VR headset, the VR console identifies model locators corresponding to locators on the VR headset and generates estimated positions for locators included in slow calibration data. The VR console adjusts calibration parameters so a relative distance between estimated positions of the locators and positions of their corresponding model locators is less than a threshold value. From the estimated positions, the VR console generates calibrated positions of a reference point on the VR headset associated with images from the slow calibration data. The VR console determines predicted positions of the reference point from the calibrated positions and adjusts calibration parameters so intermediate estimated positions of the reference point are within a threshold distance of the predicted positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2015
    Publication date: July 9, 2015
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Maksym Katsev, Neil Konzen, Steve LaValle, Michael Antonov
  • Publication number: 20150193949
    Abstract: A virtual reality (VR) console receives slow calibration data from an imaging device and fast calibration data from an inertial measurement unit on a VR headset including a front and a rear rigid body. The slow calibration data includes an image where only the locators on the rear rigid body are visible. An observed position is determined from the slow calibration data and a predicted position is determined from the fast calibration data. If a difference between the observed position and the predicted position is greater than a threshold value, the predicted position is adjusted by a temporary offset until the difference is less than the threshold value. The temporary offset is removed by re-calibrating the rear rigid body to the front rigid body once locators on both the front and rear rigid body are visible in an image in the slow calibration data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2015
    Publication date: July 9, 2015
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Jonathan Shine, Robin Michael Miller
  • Publication number: 20100175960
    Abstract: A wheeling frame for a suitcase which has its own rolling wheels includes a frame supporting a pair of leaning wheels arranged at ends of a pair of pivotable legs, with a first wheel arranged at the end of a first leg and a second wheel arranged at the end of a second leg. The leg positions are adjustable between a stowed position and a deployed, adjustable position extending at an angle to the frame. The legs have a movable pivoting axis and adjustable lengths. A handle system at a proximal end of the frame is adjustable in length and angle, and is operable in conjunction with the leaning wheels to roll the suitcase in a stable leaning position, to allow walking the suitcase on steps of a staircase, and to be converted into a suitcase table, to ease packing and unpacking.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2010
    Publication date: July 15, 2010
    Inventors: Max MOSKOWITZ, Dov KATZ, Bezalel KATZ
  • Patent number: 7494419
    Abstract: A stair slide having a longitudinally extending inflatable body with an upper surface and a lower surface. The body is configured so that when inflated, the lower surface conforms to steps of a stairway and the upper surface is substantially flat. A mounting device is attached to an upper end of the body for securing the body at the stairway. A lower end of the body opposite the upper end is formed as a flat landing area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2009
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Bezalel Katz
  • Patent number: 7469494
    Abstract: A system and method for reading Torah text, which includes a light table on which notation sheets which are in the form of individual sheets or a scrollable web are placeable, is so structured that a Torah scroll can be opened by being placed over the light table and the notation sheet and the Torah text can be aligned with the notation sheet to allow a Cantor or a Rabbi to read to a congregation the text of the Torah with the proper cantilations and pronunciations by observing the notation marks as they are visible by their being projected through the parchment of the Torah.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2008
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Bezalel Katz, Max Moskowitz
  • Publication number: 20080135366
    Abstract: A suitcase movable in a standing position and a suitcase undercarriage system including a first pair of wheels disposed on or adjacent to a bottom surface of the suitcase, a pair of auxiliary wheels arranged at ends of a pair of legs, a first wheel arranged at an end of a first leg and a second arranged at an end of a second leg. The legs are adjustable so as to secure into place at a deployed position and to secure into place at a stowed position. The suitcase is moveable in the standing position on the wheels and the auxiliary wheels in the deployed position. The stowed position may be adjacent to the main wheels or to a back surface of the suitcase.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2006
    Publication date: June 12, 2008
    Inventors: Dov KATZ, Bezalel KATZ, Max MOSKOWITZ
  • Patent number: 7355119
    Abstract: An electrical cord which comprises electrical conductors bundled together and electrically insulated from one another to prevent shorting therebetween and having an outer body applied around the cord. The outer body has a series of sections that sequentially follow one another along a length dimension of the cord, with each section comprising a body material that is sufficiently rigid to prevent the body material from being bent by a child during normal use or play. The cord is bendable between the rigid sections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2008
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Bezalel Katz
  • Publication number: 20070195514
    Abstract: A system and method for reading Torah text, which includes a light table on which notation sheets which are in the form of individual sheets or a scrollable web are placeable, is so structured that a Torah scroll can be opened by being placed over the light table and the notation sheet and the Torah text can be aligned with the notation sheet to allow a Cantor or a Rabbi to read to a congregation the text of the Torah with the proper cantilations and pronunciations by observing the notation marks as they are visible by their being projected through the parchment of the Torah.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2006
    Publication date: August 23, 2007
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Bezalel Katz, Max Moskowitz
  • Publication number: 20070164553
    Abstract: A coloring page is constructed of a center section which includes pictures or written matter which requires to be colored. The center section is surrounded by a plurality of stencil panels, each one of which is foldable onto the center section and comprises a stencil pattern which corresponds to a respective one of the various sections of the objects under the center section. The plurality of coloring pages can be bound together, or provided loosely, or held in a loose-leaf binder. The stencil panels are locatable in registration with various objects on the coloring section of the page, whereby a child is enabled to fold different ones of the stencil panels over the center or the page to color in or mark the different objects on the center section, without marking other sections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2006
    Publication date: July 19, 2007
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Bezalel Katz
  • Publication number: 20070161460
    Abstract: A stair slide having a longitudinally extending inflatable body with an upper surface and a lower surface. The body is configured so that when inflated, the lower surface conforms to steps of a stairway and the upper surface is substantially flat. A mounting device is attached to an upper end of the body for securing the body at the stairway. A lower end of the body opposite the upper end is formed as a flat landing area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2006
    Publication date: July 12, 2007
    Inventors: Dov Katz, Bezalel Katz