Optical tracking for controlling pyrotechnic show elements

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9429398
APP PUB NO 20150338196A1
SERIAL NO

14717840

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A dynamic signal to noise ratio tracking system enables detection and tracking of amusement park equipment within the field of view of the tracking system. The tracking system may include an emitter configured to emit electromagnetic radiation within an area, a detector configured to detect electromagnetic radiation reflected back from show elements within the area, and a control unit configured to evaluate signals from the detector to determine whether the show elements are to be adjusted.

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  • UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Blum, Steven C Orlando, US 63 727
Cortelyou, Robert J Orlando, US 11 151
Kiddoo, Michael R Orlando, US 9 95

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