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20150357357 | MULTI-TERMINAL OPTOELECTRONIC DEVICES FOR LIGHT DETECTION - Various embodiments include methods and apparatuses for forming and using pixels for image sensors. In one embodiment, an image sensor is disclosed. The image sensor includes an optically sensitive material; a plurality of electrodes proximate the optically sensitive material, including at least a first electrode, a second electrode and a third electrode; and a charge store. The first electrode is coupled to the charge store, and the first electrode and the second electrode are configured to provide a bias to the optically sensitive material to direct photocarriers to the charge store. Other methods and apparatuses are disclosed. | 12-10-2015 |
20150358567 | SENSORS AND SYSTEMS FOR THE CAPTURE OF SCENES AND EVENTS IN SPACE AND TIME - Various embodiments comprise apparatuses and methods including a light sensor. In one embodiment, an integrated circuit includes an image sensing array region, a first photosensor having a light-sensitive region outside of the image sensing array region, and control circuitry. The control circuitry is arranged in a first mode to read out image data from the image sensing array region, where the data provide information indicative of an image incident on the image sensing array region of the integrated circuit. The control circuitry is arranged in a second mode to read out a signal from the first photosensor indicative of intensity of light incident on the light-sensitive region of the first photosensor. Electrical power consumed by the integrated circuit during the second mode is at least ten times lower than electrical power consumed by the integrated circuit during the first mode. Additional methods and apparatuses are described. | 12-10-2015 |
20160027838 | COLOR IMAGE SENSOR WITHOUT THE COLOR FILTERS - In various embodiments, image sensors and methods of making images sensors are disclosed. In an embodiment, an image sensor includes a first pixel region having a pixel electrode, an optically sensitive material of a first thickness, and a counterelectrode. The images sensor also includes a second pixel region comprising a pixel electrode, an optically sensitive material of a second thickness, and a counterelectrode. The first pixel region is configured to detect light in a first spectral band and the second pixel region is configured to detect light in a second spectral band. The first and second spectral bands include an overlapping spectral range. The second spectral band also includes a spectral range that is substantially undetectable by the first pixel region. Other image sensors and methods of making images sensors are also disclosed. | 01-28-2016 |
20160037070 | MULTI-MODE POWER-EFFICIENT LIGHT AND GESTURE SENSING IN IMAGE SENSORS - Various embodiments comprise apparatuses and methods including an image sensor. In one example, the image sensor includes a read-out integrated circuit, a plurality of pixel electrodes, an optically sensitive layer, and a top electrical contact. In a first low-power mode, electrical current passing through the top electrical contact is configured to be sensed, and independent currents passing through the plurality of pixel electrodes are configured not to be sensed independently. In a second high-resolution mode, independent currents passing through the plurality of pixel electrodes are configured to be sensed independently. Additional methods and apparatuses are described. | 02-04-2016 |
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20160037093 | IMAGE SENSORS WITH ELECTRONIC SHUTTER - In various embodiments, an image sensor and related method are disclosed. In an embodiment, an image sensor includes an optically sensitive material, and a pixel circuit including a sense node in electrical communication with the optically sensitive material. The pixel circuit stores an electrical signal proportional to an intensity of light incident on the optically sensitive material during an integration period. The pixel circuit includes a differential transistor pair in electrical communication with the optically sensitive material. The differential transistor pair includes a first transistor and a second transistor, with the first transistor being disposed between the optically sensitive material and the sense node. The differential transistor pair steers current between the optically sensitive material and the sense node through the first transistor during the integration period and steers current through the second transistor after the integration period to discontinue integration of the electrical signal onto the sense node. | 02-04-2016 |
20160037099 | IMAGE SENSORS WITH NOISE REDUCTION - In various embodiments, image sensors and methods of operating the image sensors are disclosed. In an example embodiment, a pixel circuit having a first electrode is coupled to a reset transistor and to a first region of an optically sensitive layer, and a second electrode is coupled to a pixel sense node and to a second region of an optically sensitive layer. The electrical path from the first electrode, through the optically sensitive layer, and into the second electrode functions as a variable resistor. Other devices and methods of operating the devices are disclosed. | 02-04-2016 |
20160037114 | SCALING DOWN PIXEL SIZES IN IMAGE SENSORS - In various embodiments, methods and related apparatuses for scaling down pixel sizes in quantum film-based image sensors are disclosed. In one embodiment, an image sensor circuit is disclosed that includes circuit includes an optically sensitive layer, a first pixel having a first electrode coupled to a first region of optically sensitive layer, a second pixel having a second electrode coupled to a second region of optically sensitive layer, and a readout circuit having at least one transistor that is shared among the first pixel and the second pixel. In a first time interval, the transistor is used in a readout of a signal related to illumination of the first pixel over an integration period. During a second time interval, the transistor is used in a readout of a signal related to illumination of the second pixel over an integration pixel. The signals thusly read constitute a time-domain multiplexed (TDM) signal. | 02-04-2016 |
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20140071604 | PROTECTIVE COVER FOR A TABLET COMPUTER - In certain embodiments, a protective cover includes a housing having a surface, and a latch mechanism hingeably coupled to the housing. The latch can include a top side and a bottom side, the bottom side configured to couple to and secure an input device to the surface of the housing. The latch can be configured to rotate, via the hinge coupling, between a first configuration and second configuration. In the first configuration, the top side of the latch can be flush with the surface of the housing and the bottom side embedded within the housing such that the latch does not protrude from the housing. In the second configuration, the latch can be rotated relative to the first configuration and protrude from the housing. The latch can be operable to be rotated open from the first configuration to the second configuration via the hinge coupling. | 03-13-2014 |
20140071605 | PROTECTIVE COVER FOR A TABLET COMPUTER - Aspects of the invention relate to an apparatus including a housing and a slot disposed in the housing, the slot configured to hold an input device in a plurality of upright configurations including at least a forward-facing upright configuration such that the input device faces the front portion of the housing, and at least a backward-facing upright configuration such that the input device faces the back portion of the housing. The slot can be overmolded with a rubber compound (e.g. silicon-based) and configured to provide an improved coefficient of friction to reduce slippage of the input device when held in the slot. In some aspects, the housing includes a surface, and the overmolded portion of the slot can protrude above the surface of the housing. | 03-13-2014 |
20140071606 | Protective Cover for a Tablet Computer - In certain embodiments, a protective cover for an input device includes a housing having an outer portion and an inner portion, with the inner portion including a first end and a second end, and a plurality of keys disposed in an area at the first end of the inner portion of the housing. A holder can be configured to receive and secure an input device with at least a portion of the holder coupled to the second end of the inner portion of the housing. The housing can be configurable in a plurality of positions including a closed configuration, an open configuration, a first active configuration, and a second active configuration. The protective cover can further include a plurality of magnets coupled to the housing and configured to secure the housing in one or more of the closed, open, and active configurations. | 03-13-2014 |
20140261995 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPRINTING FONT ON A KEY CAP - Some embodiments of the invention provide a method for imprinting fonts on a flexible key cap. In some embodiments, the method for imprinting font on a flexible key cap includes mixing polyurethane (PU) and one or more laser additives to form a PU clay mixture. The PU clay mixture can be infused into a molding tool to form a set of key caps. Some embodiments place a fabric layer over the molding tool and applies pressure over the fabric layer to couple the set of key caps and the fabric layer. A laser marking technique can be applied over a portion of the set of key caps. A characteristic of the portion of the set of key caps can be modified in response to the UV laser application and cause a color change at the portion of the set of key caps. | 09-18-2014 |
20140267050 | KEY LAYOUT FOR AN INPUT DEVICE - Embodiments of the invention are directed to a data input device configured for use with one or more computing devices. The data input device includes a housing and a communications module coupled to the housing. The communication module is operable to establish and maintain a connection with one or more computing devices, and communicate instructions from the data input device to the one or more computing devices. The data input device also includes a plurality of input members disposed on the housing in at least five rows. The plurality of input members includes four smaller sized input members that are directional keys disposed along a portion of a bottom row of input members. At least two-and-a-half input members in a second row of input members directly above the bottom row occupy the same length of the housing as the smaller sized input members. In some embodiments, greater than three input members disposed in the second row of input members directly above the bottom row occupy the same length of the housing as the smaller sized input members. | 09-18-2014 |
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20090264451 | 6-1H-IMIDAZO-QUINAZOLINE AND QUINOLINES DERIVATIVES, NEW POTENT ANALGESICS AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS - The present invention is directed to novel 6-1H-imidazo-2-aryl and 2-heteroaryl quinazoline and quinoline of formula I, corresponding salts and solvates thereof, to a process for their preparation and to the use of this compounds and corresponding pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of pain and inflammatory related disorders. Compounds of the invention have been proven highly effective in the pharmacological treatment of both inflammatory and neuropathic pain, in addition to striking anti-inflammatory properties. Their effectiveness in interfering with COX-2 and inflammatory cytokines expressions and production, highlights them as interesting compounds also for the treatment of cancer in addition to several inflammatory diseases. | 10-22-2009 |
20110118289 | 6-1H-IMIDAZO-QUINAZOLINE AND QUINOLINES DERIVATIVES, NEW MAO INHIBITORS AND IMIDAZOLINE RECEPTOR LIGANDS - The present invention is directed to 6-(1H-imidazo-1-yl)-2-aryl and 2-heteroaryl quinazoline and quinolines derivatives, compounds of formula (I), their pharmaceutical acceptable salts and solvates and corresponding pharmaceutical compositions, that acts as Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) inhibitors and Imidazoline Receptor ligands: | 05-19-2011 |
20110257209 | 6-1H-IMIDAZO-QUINAZOLINE AND QUINOLINES DERIVATIVES, NEW POTENT ANALGESICS AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS - The present invention is directed to novel 6-1H-imidazo-2-aryl and 2-heteroaryl quinazoline and quinoline of formula I, corresponding salts and solvates thereof, to a process for their preparation and to the use of this compounds and corresponding pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of pain and inflammatory related disorders. Compounds of the invention have been proven highly effective in the pharmacological treatment of both inflammatory and neuropathic pain, in addition to striking anti-inflammatory properties. Their effectiveness in interfering with COX-2 and inflammatory cytokines expressions and production, highlights them as interesting compounds also for the treatment of cancer in addition to several inflammatory diseases. | 10-20-2011 |
20120142713 | CRYSTALLINE FORMS OF 6-(1H-IMIDAZOL-1-YL)-2-PHENYLQUINAZOLINE - The present invention relates to the solid state of 6-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-2-phenylquinazoline (I) and therefore to novel crystalline forms of the base and of pharmaceutically acceptable salts and solvates thereof, and also to methods for preparing them, to the respective pharmaceutical formulations and to their therapeutic use. Compound (I) may be obtained as the free base in five different crystalline forms, three polymorphic forms and two hydrates. Some pharmaceutically acceptable salts of (I) that have physicochemical characteristics acceptable for pharmaceutical development were obtained, and the respective polymorphic forms and/or hydrates were characterized. | 06-07-2012 |