Autofocus barcode scanner and the like employing...

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2007-11-20

2007-11-20

Kim, Ahshik (Department: 2876)

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Coded record sensors

Particular sensor structure

C235S462220, C235S454000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11040485

ABSTRACT:
A machine-readable symbol reader includes a microfluidic lens assembly providing responsive, reliable auto-focus functionality. A range finder may provide distance to a planar target (e.g., barcode symbol) information for use in auto-focusing, with or without localization. Illumination system, if included, is selectively controlled based on the distance to target and auto-focusing functionality to substantially reduce power consumption. The localization may color optical sensors.

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