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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 5239265 | Display device of bio-electrical, bio-physical phenomena Detection signals (about several microvolts) of bio-electrical and bio-physical phenomena from a patient are amplified to a prescribed level through a magnetically shielded preamplifier, and displayed as waveforms on the screen of a display device install... | 08/24/1993 |
| 5235416 | System and method for preforming simultaneous bilateral measurements on a subject in motion A system is provided for performing simultaneous bilateral measurements on a subject in motion at a test location. The system employs a plurality of observed targets attached to the moving subject, the targets being viewed simultaneously by each of two ca... | 08/10/1993 |
| 5134373 | Magnetic resonance imaging apparatus employing optical viewing screen In a magnetic resonance imaging apparatus wherein an object under examination is positioned within a imaging hole so as to acquire magnetic resonance imaging information derived therefrom by causing a magnetic resonance phenomenon therein, there are provi... | 07/28/1992 |
| 5086480 | Video image processing A video coder automatically identifies the head area from a head against a background scene. Identification involves: storing several frames of an image training sequence (1); taking the difference between adjacent frames (2); for all the picture elements... | 02/04/1992 |
| 5080100 | System and method for measuring and/or checking the position of a patient in a radio-therapy machine The disclosure concerns radio-therapy machines and installations. The precise position of a patient is verified by means of a device mounted on the movable arm of a mount with isocentric motion. This device includes a system for scanning by a light beam. ... | 01/14/1992 |
| 5079629 | Optical viewing device and system including same An optical viewing system includes an optical viewing device in a housing having a socket at its inner end for application to a person's finger, a focussing lens at its outer end for focussing images in the region in front of the focussing lens, and an im... | 01/07/1992 |
| 5036390 | Image communication apparatus There is disclosed an apparatus for displaying an image taken with a camera or an image transmitted externally, in which the camera-taken image is displayed in laterally inverted manner as if the operator look at a mirror, thereby facilitating the monitor... | 07/30/1991 |
| 5012522 | Autonomous face recognition machine A machine is disclosed that is capable of locating human faces in video scenes with random content within two minutes, and capable of recognizing the faces that it locates. The machine uses images obtained from a video camera and is insensitive to variati... | 04/30/1991 |
| 4991005 | Glass frame viewing assembly and method of use This invention relates to a glass frame viewing assembly usable to record various images of an operator trying on numerous glass frames in order to make an intelligent and visual decision of the ones desired for purchase. The glass frame viewing assembly ... | 02/05/1991 |
| 4987432 | Human topography through photography An apparatus for acquiring the dimensions of an object by means of photography, particularly the topography of a human body, includes a still or video camera positioned to take pictures of the person is improved by a projector having a different orientati... | 01/22/1991 |
| 4987488 | Video system for visualizing microsurgical images with enhanced depth of field A high resolution video camera is equipped with a multi focal lens. The optical system is adjusted to provide a depth of field so that objects remain in focus. A high resolution, large screen color video monitor provides a greatly magnified view of the su... | 01/22/1991 |
| 4930872 | Imaging with combined alignment fixturing, illumination and imaging optics A hand-held device enables repeatable computerized imaging and analysis of a surface feature by combining the functions of alignment, illumination and imaging in a unitary device. The probe consists of a physical standoff having one end contacting the sur... | 06/05/1990 |
| 4915626 | Dental inspection and display apparatus A dental inspection apparatus to view an image of the interior of the mouth of a patient and contemporaneously display a video image of the interior of the mouth.... | 04/10/1990 |
| 4905702 | Apparatus for imaging and measuring portions of skin Apparatus for contact-free imaging and measuring of a selected portion of the skin of a patient has a camera which is mounted on a support. The support is mounted on a holder so that it can move in the direction of as well as that it can turn about the op... | 03/06/1990 |
| 4901141 | Fiberoptic display for a video image A coherent fiberoptic display for a region having strong magnetic field. Transfer optics launch the image into one end of a coherent fiberoptic bundle that transfers the image to the display. Transfer optics at the other end of the coherent fiberoptic bun... | 02/13/1990 |
| 4823285 | Method for displaying hairstyles A method for previewing a subject on a computer screen. Prior to such preview, a plurality of new hairstyles is stored in a disk associated with the computer. The subject's face is outlined and the subject's hair is removed and replaced with one of the ne... | 04/18/1989 |
| 4818938 | Audio coded imaging A scanner (A) generates electronic data which is indicative of characteristics of an interior region of a subject in an examination region. A computer generator (B) generates corresponding pixel values of first and second electronic image representations ... | 04/04/1989 |
| 4797736 | Head mounted illumination and camera assembly A head mounted apparatus for illuminating a work site, and for transmitting a visual image of the work site to a remote location for viewing on a television screen. A camera and a light source are mounted on a head band which is worn by the user. The came... | 01/10/1989 |
| 4775887 | Observation apparatus for artificial organs An observation apparatus for an artificial organ such as an artificial heart includes a first casing having the artificial heart and a video signal generating and transmitting apparatus therein and a second casing independent and remote from the first cas... | 10/04/1988 |
| 4768088 | Apparatus for commanding energization of electrical device An apparatus controls an on/off condition of an electrical device or devices mounted on an automobile, such as a car radio set, an air conditioner, a cigar lighter or the like. The face of a driver who is mounted on the vehicle is photographed by a televi... | 08/30/1988 |
| 4731743 | Method and apparatus for displaying hairstyles An apparatus and method for previewing a subject on a computer screen. Prior to such preview, a plurality of new hairstyles is stored in a disk associated with the computer. The subject's face is outlined and the subject's hair is removed and replaced wit... | 03/15/1988 |
| 4729019 | Method and device for generating images from ultrasonic signals obtained by echography The method and the device provides for the automatic processing of digitalized signals in order to remove speckle from the said signals by comparing the digitalized signal with a noise model obtained after learning its statistical properties, extract, from the... | 03/01/1988 |
| 4679076 | Means for registering coordinates The coordinates are determined for arbitrary points on the contour of any body (1). This is achieved by producing a line (13) circumventing the body (1). The circumferential line (13) is moved along the body (1) and is reproduced in various positions. In ... | 07/07/1987 |
| 4670781 | Process and installation for the appreciation of variations in time of characteristics of a zone of or the whole of a person The process permits appreciation of variations in time of characteristics, particularly dimensions or coloration or other characteristics, of a zone of or the whole of a person. Use is made of a video camera to take an image at a given moment in time of t... | 06/02/1987 |
| 4631676 | Computerized video gait and motion analysis system and method A reflective marker is attached to the front and side of each joint of a subject whose motion or gait is to be analyzed. Each marker is formed of reflective tape and is relatively small and weightless and will not hinder or affect the subject's movements.... | 12/23/1986 |
| 4621283 | Head-mounted coaxial image system for surgeons There is disclosed a head-mounted imaging system which system employs a headband to be worn on the head of a surgeon during a surgical procedure. A surgeon may utilize a microscope eyeglass assembly in order for him to achieve a desired magnification of t... | 11/04/1986 |
| 4616257 | Headlight Head-mounted illuminating apparatus, including a visual image pickup means and an audio pickup means for transmittal to a remote station.... | 10/07/1986 |
| 4602280 | Weight and/or measurement reduction preview system A weight and/or measurement reduction preview wherein a first image of a person is recorded. The person's desired proportions are entered into the computer and the recorded image is reproportioned based on the desired proportions, and the original image a... | 07/22/1986 |
| 4600012 | Apparatus for detecting abnormality in spinal column An apparatus for detecting abnormality in a spinal column is provided with means for projecting at least a slit-like light which is parallel to the imaginary spinal line on each of right and left sides of the back of an inspected person, pickup means for ... | 07/15/1986 |
| 4598311 | Laser surgical operating method and apparatus A system for microsurgical operation using lasers provides a laser microscope having a housing which carries optical means for viewing an operative field producing an image which is enlarged by the microscope and laser means for selectively concentrating ... | 07/01/1986 |
| 4539585 | Previewer A previewer provides for the dynamic viewing of an article desired to be worn by the user in a complete series of poses without actually trying on the article. The image of the article is computer generated, and a large plurality of articles are available... | 09/03/1985 |
| 4486774 | System and method for composite display As apparatus to allow a prospective consumer of articles of clothing to try on one or more articles of clothing without actually putting the articles of clothing on his or her person. This is accomplished by means of an electronically produced full figure... | 12/04/1984 |
| 4467349 | System and method for composite display An apparatus to allow a prospective customer of articles of clothing to try on one or more articles of clothing without actually putting the articles of clothing on his or her person. This is accomplished by means of an electronically produced full figure... | 08/21/1984 |
| 4416293 | Method and apparatus for recording gait analysis in podiatric diagnosis and treatment This invention is a method and apparatus for practicing the method in which data may be uniquely recorded concerning the gait of a patient undergoing diagnosis and/or treatment in connection with podiatric matters. The method includes a special video reco... | 11/22/1983 |
| 4375674 | Kinesimetric method and apparatus Disclosed are apparatus and method for the determination of functional capability of bodies. Reach as well as velocity, acceleration and force generation at various positions may be determined for a body by a three dimensional kinesimeter equipped with an... | 03/01/1983 |
| 4344092 | Miniature video camera means for video system A miniature video camera means adapted for use in a video system having a video imaging means for producing an electrical video signal, a housing means defining an opening therethrough to permit an optical image from an optical device to be focused on an ... | 08/10/1982 |
| 4297724 | Method and machine for trying on a hair form in image A method and machine for trying on a hair form in image, in which a hair pattern portion is deleted from a face shape to be fitted by a hair pattern, and the face shape with the hair pattern thereon is displayed. In the machine, the hair pattern and the f... | 10/27/1981 |
| 4276570 | Method and apparatus for producing an image of a person's face at a different age In order to simulate the appearance of a different age on a person's face, a picture of an old face and a corresponding young face are recorded and the differences between the old and young face found and recorded. A picture of the person's face to be sim... | 06/30/1981 |
| 4267728 | Apparatus for analyzing the forces acting on a human foot Apparatus for analyzing the force acting on the human foot comprises television cameras for photographing the gait of the subject and for photographing the plantar surface of his foot through a transparent platform. The platform comprises a plurality of b... | 05/19/1981 |
| 4264927 | Freight car identification method Method and apparatus are disclosed for optically scanning and recording information on railroad cars moving at high speed to facilitate identification of the cars.... | 04/28/1981 |
