Teledyne Reson A/s

Teledyne Blueview, Inc.

Blueview Technologies, Inc.

Numurus LLC

University of Washington

Seawall, Jason

Thompson, R.

Bachelor, Scott

Jason Leonard Seawall

Scott Thomas Bachelor

Roger Lee Thompson

R Lee Thompson

Nicholas Lesnikowski

Josh Rafael Maximoff

Ian Charles McKissick

Pierre D Mourad

Francis G Olson

R Thompson

Systems and methods for operably coupling one or more edge devices to one or more remote components are disclosed herein. In some implementations, the system comprises an edge platform interface (EPI) framework that includes an edge component, a linking component, and a remote component. The edge component is communicatively coupled to the remote component through the edge and remote-portions of the linking component. The edge component can be configured to receive data from one or more onboard sensors, store the sensor data in corresponding data structures, and append metadata to each of the corresponding data structures. The metadata can include prioritization elements, each of which includes an assigned value that is specific to the sensor data in the corresponding data structures. The edge component can then identify communication constraints, prioritize the sensor data, pick candidate data, and upload the candidate data through the edge-portion of the linking component.

Edge devices and remote services interfacing framework and related systems and methods

Smart sensors, platforms for smart sensors, and associated systems and methods, are disclosed herein. In some implementations, the platform includes hardware interfaces that are abstracted and/or standardized as defined by various common group types. The abstracted interfaces allow numerous different sensors to be connected and integrated into the smart sensor as desired for a specific application. Further, the platform can reuse a standardized software backbone as a sensor platform as sensors are varied, as well as across multiple smart sensors. In some implementations, the standardized sensor platform can include an on-board resident user interface (RUI) with an internet-accessible portal, allowing users to connect to the RUI on the sensor platform through any network accessible device. The platform can also include an artificial intelligence and/or machine learning engine to turn raw sensor data into real-time automation and inspection information within the sensor within the local environment.

Smart edge platform for edge devices and associated systems and methods

Use of sonar systems to collect dimensional and relational data for use in metrology, mapping, object and structure detection, survey and evaluation applications is disclosed. Systems and methods for collecting underwater data sets, using registration targets, for data registration of underwater acoustic data sets, as well as for data registration of underwater acoustic data sets with above-the-waterline data sets (e.g., laser-based data sets) are described.

Use of multi-beam sonar systems to generate point cloud data and models, and data registration in underwater metrology applications

Use of multi-beam sonar systems to generate point cloud data and models; data registration in underwater metrology applications

Acoustic arrays transmitting and/or receiving multiple, angularly dispersed acoustic beams are used to generate 2D and 3D images. The acoustic arrays may comprise frequency-steered acoustic arrays provided in one-dimensional linear and two dimensional planar and curvilinear configurations, which may be operated as single order or multiple order arrays, may employ periodic or non-periodic transducer element spacing, and may be mechanically scanned to generate 2D and 3D volumetric data. Methods and systems for operating acoustic arrays in a frequency-steered mode in combination a mechanical beam steering mode, electronic time-delay and phase shift beam forming modes, and phase comparison angle estimation modes are also provided. Methods for generating two and three dimensional images of underwater target scenes using multi-beam acoustic imaging systems are disclosed.

Systems and methods implementing frequency-steered acoustic arrays for 2D and 3D imaging

Frequency-steered acoustic arrays transmitting and/or receiving multiple, angularly dispersed acoustic beams are used to generate 2D and 3D images. Input pulses to the arrays are generally non-linear, frequency-modulated pulses. Frequency-steered acoustic arrays may be provided in one-dimensional linear and two dimensional planar and curvilinear configurations, may be operated as single order or multiple order arrays, may employ periodic or non-periodic transducer element spacing, and may be mechanically scanned to generate 2D and 3D volumetric data. Multiple imaging fields of view may generated in different directions by switching the polarity of phase-shifted array transducer elements. Multiple frequency-steered arrays arranged in an X-configuration provide a wide, contiguous field of view and multiple frequency steered arrays arranged in a T-configuration provide orthogonally oriented fields of view. Methods and systems for operating acoustic arrays in a frequency-steered mode in combination a mechanical beam steering mode, electronic time-delay and phase shift beam forming modes, and phase comparison angle estimation modes are also provided.

An acoustic video camera system uses acoustic data acquisition systems to produce digital video imagery capable of interfacing with host equipment that operates using standard video formats compatible with video images obtained using optical systems. The acoustic video camera comprises an Acoustic Imager, a Digital Image Compression Component, an I/O and Processing component, and, optionally, an Image Analytics Component. System analytics may provide automated target identification and tracking. All of these components may be incorporated in a submersible acoustic imaging unit having communications capability for interfacing with a host display and control system.

Acoustic video camera and systems incorporating acoustic video cameras

A vessel-mountable integrated sonar system is provided. The vessel-mountable integrated sonar system comprises at least one imaging sonar data acquisition device and at least one processing system electronically and removably connected to the at least one imaging sonar data acquisition device, wherein the sonar data acquisition device preferably provides acoustic data to the processing system, producing sonar imageries utilizing the acoustic data, and wherein the system provides digital tilt and azimuth direction feedback for accurate geo-referencing of data to localize targets of interest.

Sonar systems

Vessel-mountable sonar systems

A power toothbrush () is disclosed having a handle () containing a rechargeable battery (), an ultrasonic drive circuit (), a sonic component () such as a motor, and a control unit (). The handle is connected to a toothbrush head () preferably having a plurality of bristles () and an ultrasonic transducer () that is operatively connected to a waveguide () that extends from the toothbrush head generally adjacent the bristles. The waveguide facilitates the transmission of acoustic energy into the dental fluid. It is contemplated that the waveguide may be utilized in manual or power toothbrushes, and in a combination without the sonic component, or in a combination without the ultrasonic transducer. Toothbrushes disclosed herein achieve improved plaque and stain removal from the teeth as well as interproximal and subgingival regions, while enhancing the user experience, massaging the gums, and stimulating dental tissue.

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Seattle, WA, United States of America

Jason Leonard Seawall