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Patent drawing for Optical imaging pen for use with infrared ink
US 7,660,011 B2
Computing US 7,660,011 B2 Expired

Optical imaging pen for use with infrared ink

This is a smart pen designed to read invisible infrared ink on a page. It contains both a regular ink cartridge and a stylus, which can be extended by twisting the pen top. Inside, an infrared light illuminates the page, and a sensor reads the reflected light to decode information. The pen also measures the force applied by the stylus or cartridge using an infrared photodiode and reflectors.

Why it matters: Filed before the widespread miniaturization and cost reduction of infrared optics, image sensors, and low-power RF communication. Modern components make this device far more compact and affordable to produce.

Status
ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build
SpecializedInfrared optics, custom electronics, RF, force sensor

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