20240019317.Temperature Determination Using a Camera simplified abstract (apple inc.)
Temperature Determination Using a Camera
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Joseph M. Schmitt of Cupertino CA (US)
Pablo A. Escobar of San Francisco CA (US)
Zijing Zeng of San Jose CA (US)
Temperature Determination Using a Camera - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240019317 titled 'Temperature Determination Using a Camera
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a camera attachment for measuring the temperature of a surface using a temperature reactive material that is thermally coupled with the surface and imaged to provide data for temperature measurement.
- Camera attachment for measuring surface temperature:
- Includes a distal surface for thermal coupling with the surface - Has a frame for attachment to a camera with a field of view - Utilizes a temperature reactive material thermally coupled with the distal surface - Positions the temperature reactive material within the camera's field of view for imaging
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in various industries such as: - Building maintenance for detecting heat leaks - Industrial processes for monitoring equipment temperature - Medical field for measuring body temperature
Problems Solved
- Accurate temperature measurement without direct contact - Quick and efficient temperature monitoring - Non-invasive method for temperature assessment
Benefits
- Versatile application in different fields - Real-time temperature data collection - Improved safety and efficiency in temperature monitoring
Potential Commercial Applications
Title: "Innovative Temperature Measurement Technology for Diverse Industries" - Building maintenance companies - Industrial manufacturing plants - Medical device manufacturers
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to thermal imaging cameras or temperature-sensitive materials used for temperature measurement.
Unanswered Questions
How does the camera attachment handle varying surface temperatures?
The camera attachment may need to be calibrated for different surface temperatures to ensure accurate measurements.
What is the expected lifespan of the temperature reactive material?
The durability and longevity of the temperature reactive material used in the camera attachment may affect its practicality and cost-effectiveness.
Original Abstract Submitted
a camera attachment for measuring a temperature of a surface, and related methods of measuring the temperature of the surface, employ a temperature reactive material that is thermally coupled with the surface and imaged to provide image data of the temperature reactive material that is analyzed to measure the temperature. a camera attachment for measuring a temperature of a surface includes a distal surface configured to be thermally coupled with the surface, a frame configured to be coupled with a camera that has a field of view, and a temperature reactive material coupled with the frame and thermally coupled with the distal surface. the frame positions the temperature reactive material within the field of view of the camera so that an image captured by the camera includes at least a portion of the temperature reactive material.
