William C Lin

US Patent:

7494224, Feb 24, 2009

Filed:

Oct 26, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/258528

Inventors:

William Lin - San Jose CA, US

International Classification:

G03B 21/14

US Classification:

353 28, 359443, 353 98

Abstract:

A lecture presentation system includes a display screen and a projector for projecting an image onto the display screen. The display screen has image-receiving strip members linked to one another for receiving the image projected from the projector and an open space between each two adjacent strip members. Another lecture presentation system disclosed by the present invention includes a display screen for displaying an image. The display screen is formed of strip-like LCDs (liquid crystal displays) coupled to one another and respectively spaced from one another by an open space.

US Patent:

20040027694, Feb 12, 2004

Filed:

Aug 6, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/214013

Inventors:

William Lin - San Jose CA, US

Assignee:

Mediaview Technologies Corporation - San Jose CA

International Classification:

G02B005/08

US Classification:

359/839000

Abstract:

An Adjustable Segmented Dual Function Mirror with video display (ASDFM) suitable for providing alternatively or simultaneously both a conventional reflected image and a video image under a wide range of ambient lighting condition is disclosed. The ASDFM comprises a two-dimensional connection of traditional mirror segments and dual function mirror segments. Each dual function mirror segment can be rotationally and adjustably connected to the rest of the ASDFM to achieve an optimal visually relevant image-to-ambient contrast for viewing. Alternatively, a position adjustable variable transmissivity screen, a controllable variable transmissivity film or a controllable variable reflectivity film can be included in a dual function mirror segment that is rigidly connected to the rest of the ASDFM for the same purpose. Numerous mechanical, fluid dynamical and electrical implementations are described.

US Patent:

20040027695, Feb 12, 2004

Filed:

Apr 22, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/421255

Inventors:

William Lin - San Jose CA, US

International Classification:

G02B005/08
G02B005/26
G02B027/14

US Classification:

359/839000

Abstract:

An adjustable dual function mirror includes a plate including a smooth surface and a video display device disposed in spaced relationship to the plate, the plate and video display device being rotatable about at least one axis.

US Patent:

20040263988, Dec 30, 2004

Filed:

Jun 20, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/601120

Inventors:

William Lin - San Jose CA, US

International Classification:

G02B027/14

US Classification:

359/630000

Abstract:

A brightness difference ornamental screen with multi-function includes an ornamental layer, a light display member and a control device for controlling the light display member. The ornamental layer may be set up nearby the light display member. The light display member is connected to the control device. The ornamental layer may be a translucent pattern. The light display member is a light source. There are contents to be displayed behind the ornamental layer. The control device may be a key or a touch switch or an electronic switch to make the light source turn on/off. The ornamental screen has functions as an ornament, as well as displays contents behind the ornamental layer. The ornamental screen has dual-purpose and may utilize space sufficiently, while its structure is simple and purpose is widespread.

US Patent:

20050179807, Aug 18, 2005

Filed:

Apr 1, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/816607

Inventors:

William Lin - San Jose CA, US

International Classification:

H04N005/225
H04N001/04
H04N009/09
H04N009/097
G02B026/08

US Classification:

348344000, 348262000, 359196000

Abstract:

The disclosure has described a multiple-sensor camera. In one embodiment, the camera includes a single lens, a plurality of image sensors, each of the plurality of image sensors having distinct characteristics, and an optical device positioned between the lens and the plurality of image sensors to direct light rays from the lens to one of the plurality of image sensors.

US Patent:

20060287821, Dec 21, 2006

Filed:

Jun 15, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/152167

Inventors:

William Lin - San Jose CA, US

International Classification:

G01C 21/26

US Classification:

701213000, 701200000

Abstract:

A computer rearview mirror includes a casing, a transparent member, a video display, an electronic unit and an information processing unit. The electronic control unit has at least one CPU (central processing unit) and memory means. The information processing unit has at least one function module, each providing a specific function. The CPU controls the operation of each function module. The computer rearview mirror has the CPU and other systems installed therein to form a multipurpose electronic product that provides processor and multimedia functions.

US Patent:

55772374, Nov 19, 1996

Filed:

Jan 23, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/377301

Inventors:

William Lin - Sunnyvale CA

Assignee:

Tandem Computers, Incorporated - Cupertino CA

International Classification:

G06F 1100

US Classification:

395555

Abstract:

An improved network timer for use in a network node, preferably a reliable mode network employing IPX/SPX data packets on workstations or computer. A method and apparatus is disclosed for use by a workstation node whereby a plurality of data packet timers may be supported and set, triggered and deleted in a maximum of K operations or time increments, where K is a constant and not a function of N.

US Patent:

59561815, Sep 21, 1999

Filed:

Jul 18, 1997

Appl. No.:

8/896488

Inventors:

William Lin - Fremont CA

International Classification:

G02B 2714

US Classification:

359630

Abstract:

The present invention discloses a two way, rear view mirror suitable for providing alternatively or simultaneously both a conventional reflected image and a video image. A preferred two way mirror of the invention comprises a flat transparent plate coated with or glued with a reflective film mounted within a casing which provides supports for the mirror and a mounting space for at least one video display monitor with a built-in light source mounted in said casing and positioned directly behind said reflective film to receive and display image received from a variety of information sources.