David Kristian Barnett

Address:

9313 W Pebble Brk Ln, Boise, ID 83714

Phone:

2088533148

VIN:

JTJHW31U672035402

Make:

LEXUS

Model:

RX 400H

Year:

2007

US Patent:

7940370, May 10, 2011

Filed:

Sep 2, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/202667

Inventors:

David F. Barnett - Simi Valley CA, US
Lanny S. Smoot - Thousand Oaks CA, US
Todd P. Camill - Sherman Oaks CA, US

Assignee:

Disney Enterprises, Inc. - Burbank CA

International Classification:

G03B 25/00

US Classification:

352 87, 352101, 352102

Abstract:

A 3D zoetrope that allows for storytelling and user interaction. The zoetrope includes an object support such as a disk that supports a plurality of objects. In one embodiment, the object support mechanism rotates the plurality of objects at a predetermined speed. The objects are illuminated and obscured by an illumination source in such manner as to make the objects appear to be animated in an interactive manner based on user input such as voice input. For example, the zoetrope may include an input interface for receiving external signals that may affect the operation of the animation sequence. The external signals may include audio, video, digital, or analog signals.

US Patent:

7940371, May 10, 2011

Filed:

Apr 21, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/764186

Inventors:

David F. Barnett - Simi Valley CA, US
Lanny S. Smoot - Thousand Oaks CA, US
Todd P. Camill - Sherman Oaks CA, US

Assignee:

Disney Enterprises, Inc. - Burbank CA

International Classification:

G03B 25/00

US Classification:

352101, 352 87, 359 15

Abstract:

A zoetrope configured for user interaction. The zoetrope includes an object support that pivotally supports a holographic disc or other projection element containing a plurality of images. A positioning mechanism rotates the holographic disc at a predetermined speed or positions the projection element in numerous positions. The disc or projection element is illuminated by an illumination source in such a manner as to selectively make the images contained therein be projected in a sequence that provides a projected object that may be animated in an interactive manner based on user input such as voice input. The zoetrope may read out holographic images in response to a user's voice input to project a 3D object that appears to be speaking the words or song input by the user such as by illuminating the disc once per revolution in a particular angular orientation associated with a desired one of the holographic images.

US Patent:

8016434, Sep 13, 2011

Filed:

Jun 5, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/133967

Inventors:

Richard B. Turner - Valencia CA, US
David F. Barnett - Simi Valley CA, US

Assignee:

Disney Enterprises, Inc. - Burbank CO

International Classification:

G03B 21/28
G03B 21/00

US Classification:

353 99, 353 46, 353 51

Abstract:

A projection assembly and projection method for accurately reproducing animated and live characters, objects, and effects. The projection assembly uses a high precision robotic mirror system to achieve very high levels of image resolution, brightness, and contrast. The assembly includes a projector receiving an input image stream, and a mirror assembly is positioned proximate to the projector outlet. The mirror assembly uses positionable mirrors to reflect the projected images onto a display surface at positions that define an animation pattern on the display surface for the projected image or character. The assembly includes a motor controller assembly positioning the mirrors based on position data defining the animation pattern. The projected images may be provided in a projection area that is a fraction of the size of the display surface, such that the resolution and output light of the projector are concentrated on the display surface within this projection area.

US Patent:

8118434, Feb 21, 2012

Filed:

Jun 21, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/165471

Inventors:

Richard B. Turner - Valencia CA, US
David F. Barnett - Simi Valley CA, US

Assignee:

Disney Enterprises, Inc. - Burbank CA

International Classification:

G03B 21/00
G03B 21/28
G03B 21/32

US Classification:

353 46, 353 98, 352 87

Abstract:

A projection assembly and projection method for accurately reproducing animated and live characters, objects, and effects. The projection assembly uses a high precision robotic mirror system to achieve very high levels of image resolution, brightness, and contrast. The assembly includes a projector receiving an input image stream, and a mirror assembly is positioned proximate to the projector outlet. The mirror assembly uses positionable mirrors to reflect the projected images onto a display surface at positions that define an animation pattern on the display surface for the projected image or character. The assembly includes a motor controller assembly positioning the mirrors based on position data defining the animation pattern. The projected images may be provided in a projection area that is a fraction of the size of the display surface, such that the resolution and output light of the projector are concentrated on the display surface within this projection area.

US Patent:

8139197, Mar 20, 2012

Filed:

May 10, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/104812

Inventors:

David F. Barnett - Simi Valley CA, US
Lanny S. Smoot - Thousand Oaks CA, US
Todd P. Camill - Sherman Oaks CA, US

Assignee:

Disney Enterprises, Inc. - Burbank CA

International Classification:

G03B 25/00

US Classification:

352101, 352 87, 359 15

Abstract:

A zoetrope configured for user interaction. The zoetrope includes an object support that pivotally supports a holographic disc or other projection element containing a plurality of images. A positioning mechanism rotates the holographic disc at a predetermined speed or positions the projection element in numerous positions. The disc or projection element is illuminated by an illumination source in such a manner as to selectively make the images contained therein be projected in a sequence that provides a projected object that may be animated in an interactive manner based on user input such as voice input. The zoetrope may read out holographic images in response to a user's voice input to project a 3D object that appears to be speaking the words or song input by the user such as by illuminating the disc once per revolution in a particular angular orientation associated with a desired one of the holographic images.