Bar code signal processing
CA 2596797 C · Owner: Madej, Dariusz · Inventors: Madej, Dariusz
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A low pass filter that approximates a Gaussian transfer function filters the analog bar code signal prior to digitization is used to smooth the bar code signal. The Gaussian filter has a transfer function that compensates for beam distortion close in to the bar code scanner. The smoothed bar code signal is provided to the digitizer to improve the efficiency with which the bar code signal can be digitized.
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- Filed January 19, 2006 and granted May 14, 2013. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended January 19, 2026.
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