Abstract: An inspection apparatus configured for inspecting optical articles includes an inspection chamber having an inspection station and a holding chamber having an indexable holding platform with a plurality of holding slots each configured for receiving a holder adapted for securing the optical article. The indexable holding platform is configured to index a selected holder into an inspection position. The inspection apparatus further includes a gripper mechanism configured for transferring the selected holder from the inspection position to the inspection chamber. A method of inspecting an optical article using an inspection apparatus is also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a sample database are provided, where the sample database is for matching a target coating. In one embodiment, the system comprises a sample database stored on a storage device. The sample database includes a sample coating formula and a sample image feature with at least one sample coating formula linked to at least one sample image feature. At least one sample image feature includes a spatial micro-color analysis that includes a value determined by a sample pixel feature difference between at least two sample pixels.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a sample database are provided, where the sample database is for matching a target coating. In one embodiment, the system comprises a sample database stored on a storage device. The sample database includes a sample coating formula and a sample image feature with at least one sample coating formula linked to at least one sample image feature. At least one sample image feature includes a spatial micro-color analysis that includes a value determined by a sample pixel feature difference between at least two sample pixels.

Abstract: Dielectric pigments having a metallic appearance for radar compatible coatings and methods for making such dielectric pigments are provided. In one example, the dielectric pigment includes a flake. The flake includes a plurality of alternating layers of dielectric materials including a first layer formed of a first dielectric material having a first refractive index in the visible spectrum range and a second layer disposed adjacent to the first dielectric layer and formed of a second dielectric material having a second refractive index in the visible spectrum range that is different than the first refractive index.

Abstract: Processor implemented systems and methods for matching color and appearance of a target coating are provided herein. A system includes a storage device for storing instructions, and one or more data processors. The data processor(s) are configured to execute instructions to receive a target image of a target coating. The data processor(s) are also configured to apply a feature extraction analysis process that divides the target image into a plurality of target pixels for image analysis.

Abstract: Processor implemented systems and methods for matching color and appearance of a target coating are provided herein. A system includes a storage device for storing instructions, and one or more data processors. The data processor(s) are configured to execute instructions to receive a target image of a target coating. The data processor(s) are also configured to apply a feature extraction analysis process that divides the target image into a plurality of target pixels for image analysis.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a sample database are provided, where the sample database is for matching a target coating. In one embodiment, the system comprises a sample database stored on a storage device. The sample database includes a sample coating formula and a sample image feature with at least one sample coating formula linked to at least one sample image feature. At least one sample image feature includes a spatial micro-color analysis that includes a value determined by a sample pixel feature difference between at least two sample pixels.

Abstract: An autonomous and controllable system of sensors and methods for using such a system of sensors are described.

Abstract: Techniques for filtering light include, along a central optical axis, an entrance window; a first polarizer, a narrowband polarization-changing material, a second polarizer, and an exit window. The optical paths through the filter are substantively unscattered and pass through unstressed components between the polarizers. The polarization-changing material changes polarization for a narrow wavelength band on the order of about 0.01×10?9 meters and does not condense on optical windows and polarizers during the operational lifetime. An aspect ratio, defined by a distance from the entrance window to the exit window divided by an optical aperture for the entrance window, is less than 4/1. This filter thus transmits light substantively unattenuated in the narrow wavelength band up to a maximum acceptance angle greater than 5 degrees. Combined with optics and imaging detectors, it is suitable for wide area surveillance, including daylight surveillance for combustion like forest fire and missile plume.

Abstract: Techniques for filtering light include, along a central optical axis, an entrance window; a first polarizer, a narrowband polarization-changing material, a second polarizer, and an exit window. The optical paths through the filter are substantively unscattered and pass through unstressed components between the polarizers. The polarization-changing material changes polarization for a narrow wavelength band on the order of about 0.01×10?9 meters and does not condense on optical windows and polarizers during the operational lifetime. An aspect ratio, defined by a distance from the entrance window to the exit window divided by an optical aperture for the entrance window, is less than 4/1. This filter thus transmits light substantively unattenuated in the narrow wavelength band up to a maximum acceptance angle greater than 5 degrees. Combined with optics and imaging detectors, it is suitable for wide area surveillance, including daylight surveillance for combustion like forest fire and missile plume.

Abstract: A system designed for the scheduling of time, more specifically technicians time. The system allows the appointments be scheduled in one phone call instead of several. The system can schedule a plurality of the different companies' technicians in the one phone call. The system will send reminders by auto voice and email of the appointment before the appointment. The system in the preferred embodiment is all internet based. The system is designed for quick changes and interconnectivity with many devices.