Patents by Inventor Peter Karas

Peter Karas 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: 11618383
    Abstract: A vehicular vision system includes a rear backup camera at a vehicle. During a driving maneuver, the system partitions each frame of image data captured by the rear backup camera into (i) a left side image data portion, (ii) a right side image data portion and (iii) a rear image data portion. During the driving maneuver, and based at least in part on motion of the vehicle, the system (i) combines left side image data portions of multiple frames of captured image data and (ii) combines right side image data portions of multiple frames of captured image data. During the driving maneuver, the video display displays (i) video images derived from the rear image data portion, video images derived from the combined left side image data portions and the combined right side image data portions for viewing by the driver of the vehicle during the driving maneuver of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Assignee: MAGNA ELECTRONICS INC.
    Inventor: Peter Karas
  • Publication number: 20220153194
    Abstract: A vehicular vision system includes a rear backup camera at a vehicle. During a driving maneuver, the system partitions each frame of image data captured by the rear backup camera into (i) a left side image data portion, (ii) a right side image data portion and (iii) a rear image data portion. During the driving maneuver, and based at least in part on motion of the vehicle, the system (i) combines left side image data portions of multiple frames of captured image data and (ii) combines right side image data portions of multiple frames of captured image data. During the driving maneuver, the video display displays (i) video images derived from the rear image data portion, video images derived from the combined left side image data portions and the combined right side image data portions for viewing by the driver of the vehicle during the driving maneuver of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2022
    Publication date: May 19, 2022
    Inventor: Peter Karas
  • Patent number: 11242004
    Abstract: A method of generating images for display includes equipping a vehicle with a vehicular vision system that includes a rearward viewing camera, an ECU and a display. The camera captures image data as the vehicle moves forward or rearward. The ECU includes an image processor that processes multiple frames of captured image data. The ECU generates, for each frame of image data captured by the camera, a left side image portion and a right side image portion. The ECU combines the left side image portions of multiple frames of captured image data and the right side image portions of multiple frames of captured image data. The combined left side image portions and the combined right side image portions are displayed at the display for viewing by the vehicle driver during a parking maneuver of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2022
    Assignee: MAGNA ELECTRONICS INC.
    Inventor: Peter Karas
  • Publication number: 20200377018
    Abstract: A method of generating images for display includes equipping a vehicle with a vehicular vision system that includes a rearward viewing camera, an ECU and a display. The camera captures image data as the vehicle moves forward or rearward. The ECU includes an image processor that processes multiple frames of captured image data. The ECU generates, for each frame of image data captured by the camera, a left side image portion and a right side image portion. The ECU combines the left side image portions of multiple frames of captured image data and the right side image portions of multiple frames of captured image data. The combined left side image portions and the combined right side image portions are displayed at the display for viewing by the vehicle driver during a parking maneuver of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2020
    Publication date: December 3, 2020
    Inventor: Peter Karas
  • Patent number: 10744941
    Abstract: A vehicular vision system includes a camera having a field of view exterior and rearward of the vehicle. The camera captures frames of image data as the vehicle moves forward or rearward. A control includes an image processor that processes multiple frames of captured image data. The control utilizes vehicle motion information and, responsive to processing of captured image data, utilizes software based algorithms to generate, for each frame of image data captured by said camera, a left side bird's eye view image portion, a right side bird's eye view image portion and rear bird's eye view image portion. The control combines left side image portions, right side image portions and rear image portion of multiple frames of captured image data to generate combined bird's eye view images for display at a display for viewing by the vehicle driver during a parking maneuver of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: MAGNA ELECTRONICS INC.
    Inventor: Peter Karas
  • Publication number: 20190111845
    Abstract: A vehicular vision system includes a camera having a field of view exterior and rearward of the vehicle. The camera captures frames of image data as the vehicle moves forward or rearward. A control includes an image processor that processes multiple frames of captured image data. The control utilizes vehicle motion information and, responsive to processing of captured image data, utilizes software based algorithms to generate, for each frame of image data captured by said camera, a left side bird's eye view image portion, a right side bird's eye view image portion and rear bird's eye view image portion. The control combines left side image portions, right side image portions and rear image portion of multiple frames of captured image data to generate combined bird's eye view images for display at a display for viewing by the vehicle driver during a parking maneuver of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2018
    Publication date: April 18, 2019
    Inventor: Peter Karas
  • Publication number: 20120153201
    Abstract: A valve system that comprises a housing having an opening for receiving or ejecting a fluid, a poppet that controls a flow of the fluid through the opening, an elastoguide that drives the poppet to a closed position, and an adaptor that receives and holds the poppet and the elastoguide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Applicant: Amsino International, Inc.
    Inventors: JACQUES ANDRE LAROSE, Peter Karas
  • Publication number: 20080021793
    Abstract: According to the invention, a method for creating an electronic greeting card enclosing an electronic gift is disclosed. In one step, the electronic greeting card selection is received from a sender along with a selection of at least one of a type of electronic gift, an amount for the electronic gift, and an identifier for a receiver of the electronic gift. Payment for the electronic gift is received from a money handler chosen by the sender. A code indicative of the electronic gift is received, whereby the code facilitates redemption of the electronic gift. The code is embedded in the electronic greeting card.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2007
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Applicant: First Data Corporation
    Inventors: Peter Karas, James Cowell, James Yoder, Matt Golub, Aamer Baig
  • Publication number: 20070011060
    Abstract: According to the invention, a method for creating an electronic greeting card that references a gift is disclosed. In one step, a selection of the electronic greeting card is received from a sender of that greeting card. Identification of the gift is received. A code indicative of the gift is created, whereby the code facilitates retrieving information about the gift. The code is embedded in the electronic greeting card.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2006
    Publication date: January 11, 2007
    Applicant: First Data Corporation
    Inventors: Peter Karas, James Cowell, Henry Abelman, Mark Thompson
  • Publication number: 20060036496
    Abstract: Systems and methods associated with ordering, producing and/or distributing incentive messages. Systems can include means for receiving requests for incentive messages, for receiving payment for the incentive messages, and for transferring the incentive message to a receiver. Such incentive messages can include a trophy and a redemptive code.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2005
    Publication date: February 16, 2006
    Applicant: First Data Corp.
    Inventors: James Cowell, Peter Karas, Michele Demark, Karen Lyon