This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Xi'an Jiaotong University, Other. Active years: 2016-2021.
Location History:
- Shaanxi, CN (2016 - 2018)
- Xi'an, CN (2020 - 2021)
Company Filing History:
3 out of 258 
3 out of 834,411 Years Active: 2016-2021
Title: Huimin Yao: Innovator in Depth Sensing Technology
Introduction
Huimin Yao is a prominent inventor based in Xi'an, China. He has made significant contributions to the field of depth sensing technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His work focuses on innovative methods and devices that enhance depth information acquisition.
Latest Patents
One of Huimin Yao's latest patents is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) depth sensor based on laser speckle projection. This sensor includes a laser projector that projects periodic infrared laser signals with phase information into the detected space. It also features a diffraction optical element (DOE) that uniformly distributes the incident infrared laser signals into multiple beams, ensuring that each beam carries respective phase information. Additionally, an image sensor calculates depth information by matching the laser speckles with pixel points. Another notable patent involves a depth information acquisition method and device that improves the accuracy of depth maps generated by ToF cameras through advanced mapping and calibration techniques.
Career Highlights
Huimin Yao has worked at Xi'an Jiaotong University, where he has contributed to research and development in depth sensing technologies. His innovative approaches have garnered attention in the academic and industrial sectors.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Chenyang Ge and Yanhui Zhou, who have contributed to his research endeavors.
Conclusion
Huimin Yao's work in depth sensing technology exemplifies the innovative spirit of modern inventors. His patents and research continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in this field.