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Projection system

US8328368B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 24, 2008
Grant dateDec 11, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B21/10
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Miniature projection devices will enable the use of common household objects as the projection screen for still and moving images. This application describes a set of techniques and embodiments for implementing image projection inside a lamp such as a table or wall lamp and provides techniques for dealing with the unique physical attributes of lamps such as the shape of the lamp and the bright source of light that would tend to wash out the projected image. In addition, the invention presents a series of novel embodiments that respond changes in the environment to enable an immersive user experience and operation as a pet entertainment device.

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