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18-10-2012 дата публикации

POPPET VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR CONTROLLING A PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR

Номер: US20120260993A1
Автор: Penning Bruce R.
Принадлежит: General Equipment and Manufacturing Company, Inc., d/b/a TopWorx, Inc.

A poppet valve assembly to control a pneumatic actuator may include a housing having a central bore. A first module may be disposed within the central bore, and the first module may have a first and second poppet valve. A second module may also be disposed within the central bore, and the second module may have a third and fourth poppet valve. A supply of pressurized fluid may be in fluid communication with a plurality of control valves such that pressurized fluid from the control valves opens and closes the poppet valves. The supply of pressurized fluid may also be in fluid communication with the first module and the second module such that the opening and closing of the poppet valves controls the position of the pneumatic actuator. 1. A poppet valve assembly comprising:a valve housing having a central bore;a first module disposed within the central bore, the first module comprising a first normally closed poppet valve and a second normally closed poppet valve, wherein each of the first and second normally closed poppet valves has an open position and a closed position;a central port formed in the first module, wherein the central port of the first module is adapted to be coupled to a first volume of a pneumatic cylinder;an exhaust port formed in the first module such that the central port is in fluid communication with the exhaust port when the first poppet valve is in the open position; anda supply port formed in the first module such that the central port is in fluid communication with the supply port when second poppet valve is in the open position,wherein the supply port is configured to be in fluid communication with a supply of pressurized fluid such that when the second poppet valve is in the open position, pressurized fluid is provided to the first volume of the pneumatic cylinder, andwherein the exhaust port is configured to vent pressurized fluid from the first volume of the pneumatic cylinder when the first poppet valve is in the open position.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 1
03-01-2013 дата публикации

VALVE SIGNATURE DIAGNOSIS AND LEAK TEST DEVICE

Номер: US20130000753A1
Автор: LaFountain Robert L., Li Jingli, Penning Bruce R., Rigsby Bruce
Принадлежит: General Equipment and Manufacturing Company, Inc., d/b/a TopWorx, Inc.

A valve signature diagnosis and leak testing device includes a spool valve operatively connected to a pilot valve, the pilot valve being configured to position the spool valve to one of an open position and a closed position. A blocker valve is fluidly connected to a control fluid outlet of the spool valve. An electrical module is operatively connected to the pilot valve, a supply of control fluid, and the blocker valve, the electrical module being capable of sending pulsed electrical signals to the pilot valve and the blocker valve to selectively position the spool valve and the blocker valve to an open or closed position. 1. A valve signature diagnosis and leak testing device for a control valve , the valve signature diagnosis and leak testing device comprising:a spool valve operatively connected to a pilot valve, the pilot valve being configured to position the spool valve to one of an open position and a closed position, the spool valve including a first control fluid inlet, a first control fluid outlet, and a second control fluid outlet, the first control fluid inlet being fluidly connected to a supply of control fluid and the first control fluid outlet being configured to be connected to a valve actuator;a blocker valve fluidly connected to the second control fluid outlet; andan electrical module operatively connected to the pilot valve, the supply of control fluid, and the blocker valve, the electrical module being capable of sending pulsed electrical signals to the pilot valve and the blocker valve to selectively position the spool valve and the blocker valve to an open or a closed position,wherein the open position of the spool valve fluidly connects the first control fluid inlet to the first control fluid outlet and the closed position of the spool valve fluidly connects the first control fluid outlet to the second control fluid outlet.2. The valve signature diagnosis and leak testing device of claim 1 , wherein the electrical module includes a main ...

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Номер записи: 2
24-01-2013 дата публикации

WIRELESS MONITORING AND CONTROL OF SAFETY STATIONS IN A PROCESS PLANT

Номер: US20130021167A1
Автор: Harper, JR. Ronald D.
Принадлежит: General Equipment and Manufacturing Company, Inc., d/b/a TopWorx, Inc.

A safety station for use in a process plant includes one or more leverless limit switches to detect activation of one or more parts of the safety station. The safety station further includes a wireless transmitter coupled to the leverless limit switches to transmit signals associated with the safety station to a base station device, which is communicatively coupled to one or more control and/or monitoring devices. 1. A safety station for use in a process plant , the safety station comprising:one or more leverless limit switches to detect activation of one or more parts of the safety station; anda wireless transmitter coupled to the leverless limit switches to transmit signals associated with the safety station to a base station device, wherein the base station device is communicatively coupled to one or more control and/or monitoring modules.2. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein the leverless limit switch is a GO® switch manufactured by the TopWorx corporation.3. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein the leverless limit switch remains latched until physically reset.4702. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein the wireless transmitter is the Rosemount dual input transmitter manufactured by the Emerson corporation.5. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein the wireless transmitter is an intrinsically safe wireless transmitter.6. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein the safety station is a safety shower and/or an eye wash station.7. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more control and/or monitoring stations is a remote touch screen panel.8. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more control and/or monitoring stations is a paperless recorder.9. The safety station of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more control and/or monitoring stations is a workstation.10. A safety station monitoring and control system in a process plant claim 1 , the system comprising:one or more safety stations ...

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Номер записи: 3
31-01-2013 дата публикации

SWITCH MODULE

Номер: US20130027831A1
Автор: Penning Bruce R.
Принадлежит: General Equipment and Manufacturing Company, Inc., d/b/a TopWorx, Inc.

A switch module used for position sensing may be operated in a number of modes for compatibility with a number of legacy position sensing products. A dry switch circuit can be configured to provide a direct output, emulating dry reed, high-side or low-side switched configurations. Alternatively, the dry switch circuit can be connected to an input of a NAMUR circuit to provide the known current output for that standard. In another configuration the dry switch can be selectively coupled to one of two NAMUR circuits allowing the switch module to provide a low-to-high current NAMUR output or a high-to-low current NAMUR output. 1. A switch module arranged and adapted to report a position of a moveable element external to the switch module , the switch module comprising:a first external connection, a second external connection, and a third external connection;a dry contact relay having a relay contact position responsive to a position of a component external to the switch module, the dry contact relay having a common connection, a normally open connection and a normally closed connection, where the normally open connection corresponds to a first position of the moveable element and the normally closed connection corresponding to a second position of the moveable;a NAMUR circuit having a first input connection pair and a first output connection pair;an electrical connection from the normally open connection of the dry relay to a first input of the first input connection pair of the NAMUR circuit;a selector operable to connect the common connection of the dry contact relay to i) a null contact of the selector or ii) a second input of the first input connection pair of the NAMUR circuit;a second electrical connection from the first output of the NAMUR circuit to one of the first external connection or the second external connection; anda third electrical connection between the second output of the NAMUR circuit to the third external connection;a first jumper that removeably ...

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Номер записи: 4
16-05-2013 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR ELECTRIC MOTOR CONTROLLER PROTECTION

Номер: US20130119906A1
Автор: Bonner, Brattoli Mark A., JR. Guy
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A method for monitoring input power to an electronically commutated motor (ECM) is described. The method includes determining, with a processing device, an average input current to the motor, the average input current based on a voltage drop across a shunt resistor in series with the motor, measuring an average input voltage applied to the motor utilizing the processing device, multiplying the average input current by the average voltage to determine an approximate input power, and communicating the average input power to an external interface. 1. A method of protecting a motor controller of an electric motor , said method comprising:determining, with a processing device, an average input current to the motor based on a voltage drop across a shunt resistor in series with the motor;measuring at least one voltage;determining, with the processing device, an average input voltage applied to the motor based on the at least one measured voltage;multiplying the average input current by the average input voltage to determine an average input power; andsetting a maximum power limit for the motor controller based on the average input power.2. A method in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising maintaining the average input power below the maximum power limit.3. A method in accordance with claim 2 , wherein maintaining the average input power below the maximum power limit comprises controlling the amount of current delivered to the motor.4. A method in accordance with claim 3 , wherein controlling the amount of current delivered to the motor comprises pulse width modulating at least one power switch included in an inverter coupled to the motor.5. A method in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising using the determined average input power as an indication in an airflow delivery system to control the amount of power delivered to a fan.6. A method in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising using the determined average input power as an indication in an airflow ...

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Номер записи: 5
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Energy Recovery Apparatus for a Refrigeration System

Номер: US20130181453A1
Автор: Garrison Bobby D., Post Steven W.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An energy recovery apparatus for use in a refrigeration system, comprises an intake port, a nozzle, a turbine and a discharge port. The intake port is adapted to be in fluid communication with a condenser of a refrigeration system. The nozzle comprises a converging portion, a throat region and a diverging portion. The nozzle is configured to expand refrigerant discharged from the condenser and increase velocity of the refrigerant as it passes through the nozzle. The turbine is positioned relative to the nozzle and configured to be driven by refrigerant discharged from the nozzle. The discharge port is downstream of the turbine and is configured to be in fluid communication with an evaporator of the refrigeration system. 1. An energy recovery apparatus for use in a refrigeration system , the refrigeration system comprising an evaporator , a compressor and a condenser , the evaporator being configured to evaporate a cold refrigerant from a liquid-vapor state to a vapor state , the compressor being configured to receive refrigerant discharged from the evaporator and compress the refrigerant to an elevated , sub-critical pressure , the condenser being configured to receive refrigerant discharged from the compressor and condense the refrigerant to one of a saturated-liquid state , a liquid state cooler than the saturated-liquid state , and a liquid-vapor state near the saturated-liquid state , the energy recovery apparatus comprising:an intake port adapted to be in fluid communication with the condenser;a discharge port adapted to be in fluid communication with the evaporator;a nozzle adapted and configured to expand refrigerant discharged from the condenser and increase velocity of the refrigerant as it passes through the nozzle;a turbine positioned and configured to be driven by refrigerant discharged from the nozzle, the discharge port of the energy recovery apparatus being downstream of the turbine;a generator coupled to the turbine and driven by the turbine, the ...

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Номер записи: 6
18-07-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20130181550A1
Автор: Huang Dequn, Li Wenbing, Sun Xinhui, Wang Wei, Xu Ansheng
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A housing assembly for an electric motor having a rotor shaft rotatable about an axis includes a housing cover and a housing case. The housing cover defines a first bearing seat for rotatably supporting a first portion of the rotor shaft. The housing case defines a second bearing seat for rotatably supporting a second portion of the rotor shaft. At least one of the housing cover and the housing case includes a plurality of mounting lugs substantially circumferentially evenly spaced about the shaft axis for mounting the electric motor to a surface. 1. A housing assembly for an electric motor having a rotor shaft rotatable about an axis , the housing assembly comprising:a housing cover defining a first bearing seat for rotatably supporting a first portion of the rotor shaft;a housing case defining a second bearing seat for rotatably supporting a second portion of the rotor shaft,wherein at least one of the housing cover and the housing case includes a plurality of mounting lugs substantially circumferentially evenly spaced about the shaft axis for mounting the electric motor to a surface.2. The housing assembly of claim 1 , wherein each mounting lug defines an aperture.3. The housing assembly of claim 1 , wherein the aperture of each mounting lug is configured to receive a self-tapping screw.4. The housing assembly of claim 1 , wherein the mounting lugs are circumferentially spaced approximately 120 degrees apart.5. The housing assembly of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the housing cover and the housing case are formed of thermoplastic.6. The housing assembly of claim 1 , wherein the housing cover and housing case are both formed of thermoplastic.7. A housing assembly for an electric motor having a rotor shaft claim 1 , the housing assembly comprising:a housing cover defining a first bearing seat rotatably supporting a first portion of the rotor shaft for rotation about a shaft axis, the housing cover including a plurality of cover assembly lugs; anda housing case ...

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Номер записи: 7
18-07-2013 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20130181556A1
Автор: Huang Dequn, Li Wenbing, Sun Xinhui, Wang Wei, Xu Ansheng
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A bobbin for supporting a winding on electric motor stator laminations includes a first flange member and a second flange member substantially parallel to the first flange member. A winding hub includes an inner hub portion coupled to the first flange member and a flared portion connecting the inner hub portion to the second flange member such that a winding span defined between the first flange member and the flared portion tapers from the second flange member to the inner hub portion. An inner surface of the winding hub defines a bobbin aperture for receiving stator laminations of the motor. A rib member is coupled to the inner surface and extends into the aperture for engaging the laminations. 1. A bobbin for supporting a winding on electric motor stator laminations , the bobbin comprising:a first flange member;a second flange member substantially parallel to the first flange member;a winding hub including an inner hub portion coupled to the first flange member and a flared portion connecting the inner hub portion to the second flange member such that a winding span defined between the first flange member and the flared portion tapers from the second flange member to the inner hub portion, an inner surface of the winding hub defining a bobbin aperture for receiving stator laminations of the motor; anda rib member coupled to the inner surface and extending into the aperture for engaging the laminations.2. The bobbin of claim 1 , wherein the aperture has a polygonal profile.3. The bobbin of claim 2 , wherein the aperture has a rectangular profile.4. The bobbin of claim 1 , wherein the aperture is configured to receive a radial tooth of a stator lamination.5. The bobbin of claim 4 , wherein the flared portion is configured to substantially conform to a profile of the stator lamination.6. The bobbin of claim 1 , further comprising an electrically conductive terminal for coupling the bobbin to a printed circuit board (PCB).7. The bobbin of claim 4 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 8
01-08-2013 дата публикации

MOTOR AND VIBRATION REDUCTION SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR

Номер: US20130193784A1
Автор: Zheng Nengan
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor includes a rotor supported for rotation about a longitudinal axis, a stator including a magnetic core, a first end plate positioned at a first end of the magnetic core, and a second end plate positioned at a second end of the magnetic core. The magnetic core, first end plate, and second end plate cooperate to define a central opening. The motor also includes a plurality of rods each fixedly attached to the first end plate and the second end plate and including a first end that extends along the longitudinal axis beyond the first end plate and a second end that extends along the longitudinal axis beyond the second end plate. A first support disk is coupled to the first end of each of the rods and a second support disk is coupled to the second end of each of the rods. 1. A motor comprising:a rotor supported for rotation about a longitudinal axis;a stator including a magnetic core;a first end plate positioned at a first end of the magnetic core;a second end plate positioned at a second end of the magnetic core, the magnetic core, the first end plate, and the second end plate cooperating to define a central opening, at least a portion of the rotor disposed within the central opening;a plurality of rods, each rod fixedly attached to the first end plate and the second end plate and including a first end that extends parallel to the longitudinal axis beyond the first end plate in a direction away from the magnetic core and a second end that extends parallel to the longitudinal axis beyond the second end plate in a direction away from the magnetic core;a first support disk coupled to the first end of each of the plurality of rods such that the first support disk is spaced apart from the first end plate; anda second support disk coupled to the second end of each of the plurality of rods such that the second support disk is spaced apart from the second end plate.2. The motor of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic core includes a plurality of laminations stacked along the ...

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Номер записи: 9
19-09-2013 дата публикации

LOSSLESS SNUBBER DRIVE FOR A PERMANENT MAGNET SYNCHRONOUS MOTOR

Номер: US20130241459A1
Автор: Mullin Paul S.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A loss-less snubber drive for a permanent magnet motor. The motor system includes a first motor phase with a primary winding and an auxiliary winding. A controllable switch is positioned between the primary winding and ground such that current passes through the primary winding to ground when the controllable switch is closed. A capacitor is configured to accumulate charge when the controllable switch is opened. The auxiliary winding is configured such that charge stored by the capacitor causes current to pass through the auxiliary winding when the controllable switch is closed. 1. A multi-phase electric motor system , comprising: a primary winding,', 'a controllable switch positioned between the primary winding and ground such that current passes through the primary winding to ground when the controllable switch is closed,', 'a capacitor configured to accumulate charge when the controllable switch is opened, and', 'an auxiliary winding configured such that charge stored by the capacitor causes current to pass through the auxiliary winding when the controllable switch is closed., 'a first motor phase including'}2. The multi-phase electric motor system of claim 1 , further comprising: a second primary winding,', 'a second controllable switch positioned between the second primary winding and ground such that current passes through the second primary winding to ground when the second controllable switch is closed,', 'a second capacitor configured to accumulate charge when the second controllable switch is opened, and', 'a second auxiliary winding configured such that charge stored by the second capacitor causes current to pass through the second auxiliary winding when the second controllable switch is closed., 'a second motor phase including'}3. The multi-phase electric motor system of claim 1 , further comprising:a permanent magnet rotor;a Hall-effect sensor positioned to detect a position of the permanent magnet rotor; and determine the position of the permanent ...

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Номер записи: 10
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Methods and systems for automatic rotation direction determination of electronically commutated motor

Номер: US20130334994A1
Автор: Brian L. Beifus, Roger C. Becerra, Stephen Solan, Jr.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A method for determining a direction of rotation for an electronically commutated motor (ECM) is described. The motor is configured to rotate a blower and the method comprises rotating the blower using the ECM and determining if the resulting blower rotation is indicative of the desired direction of rotation for the blower.

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Номер записи: 11
26-12-2013 дата публикации

AIR COOLED ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20130342051A1
Автор: Belko John R., Critchley Matthew William, English Stephen Thomas, Fitzgerald Janice, Henry Joseph, III Frank Edward, Leung Ngan Fai, Shanks Barbara Mary, Staigl
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An electric motor assembly. A stator includes a set of windings and has a first end, a second end, and an outer radial surface. A rotor includes a shaft having an axis. A first frame supports the shaft at a first axial position. A canopy substantially surrounds the first frame. The canopy includes a fluid inlet and a fluid discharge. A second frame supports the shaft at a second axial position and includes at least one fluid outlet. A chute is positioned downstream of the canopy fluid discharge. The chute directs fluid flow along the outer radial surface of the stator towards the fluid outlet. A fan is coupled to the shaft downstream of the fluid outlet for rotation with the shaft. 1. An electric motor assembly comprising:a stator including a set of windings, the stator having a first end, a second end, and an outer radial surface;a rotor including a shaft having an axis;a first frame supporting the shaft at a first axial position;a canopy substantially surrounding the first frame, the canopy including a fluid inlet and a fluid discharge;a second frame supporting the shaft at a second axial position and including at least one fluid outlet;a chute downstream of the canopy fluid discharge, the chute directing fluid flow along the outer radial surface of the stator towards the fluid outlet; anda fan coupled to the shaft for rotation with the shaft.2. The electric motor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second frame further includes a fan housing and the fan is substantially disposed within the fan housing.3. The electric motor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a stator cup substantially surrounding the first end of the stator; anda flange directing fluid flow from the fluid discharge of the canopy toward the stator cup.4. The electric motor assembly of claim 3 , wherein the canopy further comprises an inner wall and an outer wall claim 3 , the fluid inlet disposed between the inner wall and the outer wall.5. The electric motor assembly of claim 4 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 12
02-01-2014 дата публикации

MANUAL VALVE OPERATOR WITH OVERRIDE CLUTCH APPARATUS

Номер: US20140001384A1
Автор: Liccardi Domenico
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A manual valve operator with override clutch apparatus is disclosed for selectively actuating a valve. The apparatus includes an operator housing defining an enclosure. An input shaft is rotatably supported by the housing and a worm wheel has a first and a second side, the second side of the worm wheel defining a clutch drive. The worm wheel is disposed within the housing and intermeshes with the input shaft such that when the input shaft is driven, the input shaft drives the worm wheel and the clutch drive about a rotational axis. A sleeve has an outer surface which defines an annular groove. The sleeve has a driven end and an output end. The driven end of the sleeve cooperates with the clutch drive of the worm wheel for selective engagement of the clutch drive and the driven end of the sleeve. A clutch actuating handle is rotatably supported by the housing. The clutch actuating handle has a first and a second end. The second end of the clutch actuating handle defines an offset clutch driver which slidably cooperates with the annular groove of the sleeve. The arrangement is such that when the handle is rotated relative to the housing, the offset clutch driver rides within the annular groove for urging the sleeve axially along the rotational axis so that in a first axial disposition of the sleeve, the clutch drive of the worm wheel and the driven end of the sleeve are engaged relative to each other so that the sleeve is rotated by the worm wheel about the rotational axis. However, when the sleeve is disposed in a second axial disposition thereof, the driven end of the sleeve is disengaged relative to the clutch drive of the worm wheel. A driven shaft has a first and a second end, the second end of the driven shaft being connected to the valve. The driven shaft extends coaxially through the sleeve, the driven shaft being keyed to the sleeve such that relative rotation between the sleeve and the driven shaft is inhibited while axial movement of the sleeve relative to ...

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Номер записи: 13
23-01-2014 дата публикации

RESILIENT ROTOR ASSEMBLY FOR INTERIOR PERMANENT MAGNET MOTOR

Номер: US20140021810A1
Автор: Brahmavar Subhash M., Figgins Daniel S., Hall Jeffrey A., Henry Michael W., Kingrey Harold C., Lytle Peter B., Shelton Kerry B.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An electric motor comprises a shaft, an interior magnet rotor core comprising a central bore and a pair of opposing ends faces, and at least one resilient structure inserted within the central bore between the pair of opposing end faces. The at least one resilient component is inserted within the central bore between the pair of opposing end faces such that the at least one resilient component does not extend beyond one of the opposing end faces. The resilient component comprises an outer rigid structure inserted within the central bore, a resilient component inserted within the outer rigid structure, and an inner rigid structure inserted within the resilient component, wherein the shaft is inserted through the inner rigid structure. 1. An electric motor comprising:a shaft;an interior magnet rotor core comprising a central bore and a pair of opposing ends faces; and an outer rigid structure inserted within said central bore;', 'a resilient component inserted within said outer rigid structure; and', 'an inner rigid structure inserted within said resilient component, wherein said shaft is inserted through said inner rigid structure., 'at least one resilient structure inserted within said central bore between said pair of opposing end faces such that said at least one resilient component does not extend beyond at least one of said opposing end faces, said resilient structure comprising2. An electric motor according to claim 1 , wherein said outer rigid structure and said inner rigid structure are laminated structures having a plurality of laminated sheets.3. An electric motor according to claim 1 , wherein said resilient structure is coupled between said shaft and said rotor core without welding said resilient structure to said shaft or said rotor core.4. An electric motor according to claim 3 , wherein said outer rigid structure is configured to be coupled within said rotor core without welding said outer rigid structure to said rotor core and said inner rigid ...

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Номер записи: 14
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Power factor correction drive circuit topologies and control for switched reluctance machines

Номер: US20140035490A1
Автор: Krishnan Ramu
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

Drive circuits that provide power factor correction and input current waveform shaping for controlling the speed and torque in a switched reluctance machine (SRM). The machine's phase windings are split into two segments, one of which is used for active power factor correction, input ac current waveform shaping and partial torque generation and the other of which is used for torque generation.

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Номер записи: 15
06-03-2014 дата публикации

FAN AND ELECTRIC MACHINE ASSEMBLY AND METHODS THEREFOR

Номер: US20140062232A1
Автор: Benson Barry M., Cocks Rachele B.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

In one embodiment, a fan for a rotating device having a shaft with an axis of rotation is provided. The fan includes a base plate having a front surface, a rear surface, and a hub configured for coupling to the shaft. The fan further includes at least one blade projecting from the front surface of the base plate substantially perpendicular to the base plate. The base plate is contoured to direct air at an acute angle relative to the axis of rotation. 1. A fan for a rotating device having a shaft with an axis of rotation , said fan comprising:a base plate comprising a front surface, a rear surface, and a hub configured for coupling to said shaft; andat least one blade projecting from said front surface of said base plate substantially perpendicular thereto,wherein said base plate is contoured to direct air at an acute angle relative to said axis of rotation.2. The fan of claim 1 , further comprising at least two adjacent blades claim 1 , said base plate further comprising an aperture positioned between said adjacent blades claim 1 , wherein said fan is configured to direct air through said aperture.3. The fan of claim 2 , further comprising at least one rib projecting from said rear surface claim 2 , said at least one rib configured to generate an area of low pressure to draw air through said aperture.4. The fan of claim 2 , wherein said at least one rib is aligned with said at least one blade.5. The fan of claim 2 , further comprising a plurality of blades and a plurality of apertures positioned radially about said central hub claim 2 , each aperture of said plurality of apertures positioned between adjacent blades claim 2 , wherein said fan is configured to direct air through said apertures.6. The fan of claim 5 , wherein at least one of said apertures comprises a pair of opposed tapered edges.7. The fan of claim 1 , wherein said base plate further comprises a convex front surface and a concave rear surface claim 1 , said concave front surface and said convex rear ...

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Номер записи: 16
20-03-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHOD FOR WIRELESSLY COMMUNICATING WITH ELECTRIC MOTORS

Номер: US20140079564A1
Автор: Becerra Roger Carlos, Beifus Brian L.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An electric motor communication system for use with a fluid moving system is provided. The electric motor communication system includes an electric motor including a wireless communication device configured to transmit and receive wireless signals, and a processing device coupled to the wireless communication device and configured to control the electric motor based at least in part on wireless signals received at the wireless communication device. The electric motor communication system further includes at least one external device configured to communicate wirelessly with the electric motor. 1. An electric motor communication system for use with a fluid moving system , said electric motor communication system comprising: a wireless communication device configured to transmit and receive wireless signals; and', 'a processing device coupled to said wireless communication device and configured to control said electric motor based at least in part on wireless signals received at said wireless communication device; and, 'an electric motor comprisingat least one external device configured to communicate wirelessly with said electric motor.2. An electric motor communication system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said at least one external device is a system controller configured to transmit wireless signals that include at least one of configuration data for said electric motor and control commands for said electric motor.3. An electric motor communication system in accordance with claim 2 , wherein said system controller is a heating claim 2 , ventilation claim 2 , and air conditioning (HVAC) system controller.4. An electric motor communication system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said at least one external device is a diagnostic tool configured to wirelessly collect diagnostic information from said electric motor.5. An electric motor communication system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said at least one external device is a thermostat including a ...

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Номер записи: 17
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Power Terminal Block

Номер: US20140099836A1
Автор: Joseph Brown, Tim Brakefield
Принадлежит: Marathon Special Products n/k/a Regal Beloit America, Inc. a Subsidiary of Regal-Beloit Corp

A power terminal block that accommodates busbars with various lengths and terminal positions is provided. The power terminal block includes a pair of insulators and a busbar. Each insulator includes a base, a shelf, and an insulating partition. The shelf is coupled to the base and is configured with a busbar mounting stud. The insulating partition is coupled to the base and the shelf. The busbar is configured to attach to the busbar mounting stud in each insulator. The insulators are spaced apart at a predetermined distance to receive a busbar of any length. 1. An infinitely expandable busbar terminal block comprising: a base;', 'a shelf coupled to the base, with the shelf configured with a busbar mounting stud; and', 'an insulating partition coupled to the base and the shelf;, 'a pair of insulators, with each insulator comprisinganda busbar configured to attach to the stud in each insulator, with the insulators in a predetermined spaced apart distance to receive the busbar.2. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 1 , further comprising the base claim 1 , shelf claim 1 , and partition are a single claim 1 , integral insulator member.3. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 1 , with at least one additional mounting stud in the shelf.4. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 1 , with the mounting stud configured as a fastening post.5. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 1 , with the mounting stud molded in the shelf.6. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 1 , with the mounting stud threaded into the shelf.7. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 1 , with a portion of the busbar in contact with the shelf of each insulator.8. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 1 , with the busbar including a plurality of fastening posts.9. The infinitely expandable busbar terminal block of claim 8 , with each fastening post suitable to secure one of a ...

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Номер записи: 18
17-04-2014 дата публикации

RADIALLY EMBEDDED PERMANENT MAGNET ROTOR AND METHODS THEREOF

Номер: US20140102674A1
Автор: Brahmavar Subhash Marutirao, Kingrey Harold Clifton, Kreidler Jason Jon, Manz Lester Benjamin, Rashidzadeh Changiz
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

In one embodiment, a permanent magnet rotor for use with a stator is provided. The permanent magnet rotor includes at least one permanent magnet and a substantially cylindrical rotor core including an outer edge, a hub having an inner edge defining a central opening, and a plurality of independent pole pieces spaced from the hub radially about the central opening. The rotor core further includes at least one radial aperture extending radially from the outer edge through the rotor core between adjacent independent pole pieces, the at least one aperture configured to receive the at least one permanent magnet. 1. A permanent magnet rotor for use with a stator , said rotor comprising:at least one permanent magnet; anda substantially cylindrical rotor core comprising an outer edge, a hub having an inner edge defining a central opening, and a plurality of independent pole pieces spaced from said hub radially about said central opening,wherein said rotor core further comprises at least one radial aperture extending radially from said outer edge through said rotor core between adjacent independent pole pieces, said at least one aperture configured to receive said at least one permanent magnet.2. The rotor of claim 1 , wherein said rotor core further comprises a stack of laminations.3. The rotor of claim 1 , wherein said rotor core further comprises at least one shorting lamination coupled to said rotor core claim 1 , said at least one shorting lamination comprising a plurality of connected pole pieces positioned radially about and coupled to a central hub claim 1 , wherein each of said connected pole pieces is coupled to one said independent pole piece.4. The rotor of claim 3 , wherein each said connected pole piece comprises a pole outer edge and a pole inner edge claim 3 , wherein a pair of adjacent pole pieces are connected at said pole inner edges.5. The rotor of claim 3 , wherein said rotor core further comprises a first shorting lamination coupled to a first end of ...

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Номер записи: 19
17-04-2014 дата публикации

RADIALLY EMBEDDED PERMANENT MAGNET ROTOR AND METHODS THEREOF

Номер: US20140103768A1
Автор: Brahmavar Subhash Marutirao, Chretien Ludovic Andre, Ionel Dan Mircea, Manz Lester Benjamin, Rashidzadeh Changiz
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

In one embodiment, a permanent magnet rotor is provided. The permanent magnet rotor includes at least one permanent magnet and a substantially cylindrical rotor core including an outer edge and an inner edge defining a central opening. The rotor core includes a radius R, at least one pole, and at least one radial aperture extending radially though the rotor core from the outer edge to a predetermined depth less than the radius. The at least one radial aperture is configured to receive the at least one permanent magnet. The rotor further includes at least one protrusion extending into the at least one radial aperture, the at least one protrusion positioned substantially along a bottom of the at least one radial aperture and configured to facilitate retention of the at least one permanent magnet within the at least one radial aperture. 1. A permanent magnet rotor comprising:at least one permanent magnet;a substantially cylindrical rotor core comprising an outer edge and an inner edge defining a central opening, said rotor core having a radius R, said rotor core further comprising at least one pole and at least one radial aperture extending radially though said rotor core from said outer edge to a predetermined depth less than said radius, said at least one radial aperture configured to receive said at least one permanent magnet; andat least one protrusion extending into said at least one radial aperture, said at least one protrusion positioned substantially along a bottom of said at least one radial aperture and configured to facilitate retention of said at least one permanent magnet within said at least one radial aperture.2. The rotor of claim 1 , further comprising a shaft extending through said central opening claim 1 , said at least one permanent magnet positioned within said rotor core radially about said shaft and an axis of rotation of said rotor core.3. The rotor of claim 1 , wherein said rotor core further comprises at least one of six poles claim 1 , eight ...

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Номер записи: 20
22-01-2015 дата публикации

INTERLEAVED TWO-STAGE POWER FACTOR CORRECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20150023077A1
Автор: Earanky Vijay K.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

Methods and systems are described for providing power factor correction for high-power loads using two interleaved power factor correction stages. Each power factor correction stage includes a controllable switch that is operated to control the phasing of each power factor correction stage. The phasing of output current from the second power factor correction stage is shifted 180 degree relative to the output current from the first power factor correction stage. 1. A power factor correction system comprising:a first power factor correction stage coupleable to an AC power source to receive a current from the AC power source and configured to provide a first output current to a capacitor and a load, the capacitor being coupled in parallel to the load, the first power factor correction stage including a first controllable switch for controlling phasing of the first output current of the first power factor correction stage;a second power factor correction stage coupleable to the AC power source to receive the current from the AC power source and configured to provide a second output current to the capacitor and the load such that the second output current from the second stage is combined with the first output current from the first power factor correction stage, the second power factor correction stage including a second controllable switch for controlling phasing of the second output current; and monitor a combined DC output current from the first power factor correction stage and the second power factor correction stage;', 'control the operation of the first controllable switch based at least in part on the combined DC output current;', 'determine, based at least in part on the combined DC output current, whether the load is below a load threshold;', 'control the operation of the second controllable switch based at least in part on the combined DC output current such that the second output current from the second power factor correction stage is phase shifted ...

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Номер записи: 21
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Axial flux motor, fan assembly and associated method

Номер: US20190024668A1
Автор: Greg HEINS, John Sheldon Wagley, Lester Benjamin Manz, Michael Allen Marks, Norman Carl Golm, JR., Rachele Barbara Cocks, Roger Carlos Becerra
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc, Regal Beloit Australia PTY LTD

An electric motor for use with a power supply includes a housing and a stator fixedly secured to the housing. The stator has a plurality of coils secured to the stator. The motor also includes a first rotor secured to the stator and having a first number of poles and a second rotor secured to the stator and having a second number of poles. The second number being different than the first number. The plurality of coils cooperates with the first rotor to rotate the first rotor at a first rotor rotational speed and the plurality of coils cooperates with the second rotor to rotate the second rotor at a second rotor rotational speed. The second rotor rotational speed is substantially different than the first rotor rotational speed.

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Номер записи: 22
01-05-2014 дата публикации

DRIVE CIRCUITS AND SYSTEMS FOR MOTOR CONTROLLER PROTECTION

Номер: US20140118867A1
Автор: Becerra Roger Carlos, Clendenen David Allen, Da Yao
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

Protection of a motor controller from a transient voltage and/or an over-voltage condition is described. A drive circuit includes a rectifier portion and at least one inductive device coupled to the rectifier portion. The drive circuit further includes at least one voltage clamping device coupled in parallel with the at least one inductive device, and at least one switching device configured to open as a function of a direct current (DC) link voltage value. 1. A drive circuit comprising:a rectifier portion;at least one inductive device coupled to said rectifier portion; andat least one voltage clamping device coupled to said at least one inductive device.2. A drive circuit in accordance with claim 1 , further comprising at least one filter capacitor claim 1 , wherein said at least one inductive device is coupled between said rectifier portion and said at least one filter capacitor.3. A drive circuit in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said voltage clamping device is coupled in parallel to said at least one inductive device.4. A drive circuit in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said voltage clamping device is configured to prevent damage to said rectifier portion caused by exposure to a transient voltage.5. A drive circuit in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said voltage clamping device comprises one of a metal oxide varistor claim 1 , a Zener diode claim 1 , a transient voltage suppression diode claim 1 , and a gas-filled tube.6. A drive circuit comprising:a rectifier portion; andat least one switching device configured to open as a function of a direct current (DC) link voltage value.7. A drive circuit in accordance with claim 6 , further comprising at least one filter capacitor claim 6 , wherein the DC link voltage value is voltage across said at least one filter capacitor.8. A drive circuit in accordance with claim 6 , further comprising at least one controller coupled to said at least one switching device claim 6 , said at least one controller configured to ...

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Номер записи: 23
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Coupling, drive assembly and associated method

Номер: US20170037912A1
Автор: Nicholas Chase Bower, Zachary Alan Bower
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

According to an embodiment of the invention, a drive coupling for connecting to a drive is provided. The drive coupling is adapted to removably couple a load to a power source. The drive coupling includes a body and a plurality of components. The components are operably interconnected with each other. The components have a first arrangement in which the components transmit torque from the power source to the load and a second arrangement in which the components transmit no significant torque from the power source to the load. A first of the plurality of components is adapted to translate along its center of rotation relative to a second of the plurality of components from a first position in which the components define the first arrangement to a second position in which the components define the second arrangement.

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Номер записи: 24
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Health monitor for an electric machine

Номер: US20200041571A1
Автор: Christopher Edwin Eugene Propp, Daniel Edward Phillips, Norman Carl Golm, JR., Paul Steven Mullin
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A health monitor circuit for an electric machine includes a plurality of sensors, a rectifier, a memory device, and a microprocessor. The plurality of sensors includes a current transformer configured to be electromagnetically coupled to an electrical conductor that feeds a stator winding of the electric machine. The rectifier is coupled to the current transformer and is configured to convert an AC signal generated by the current transformer to a DC signal to supply power for the health monitor circuit. The microprocessor is coupled to the memory device and the plurality of sensors. The microprocessor is configured to periodically collect a stator current measurement from the current transformer and write the stator current measurement to the memory device.

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Номер записи: 25
18-02-2016 дата публикации

Electric machine, moisture guide and associated method

Номер: US20160049842A1
Автор: Mark Lyon Klopp, Michael Allen Marks, Zachary Joseph Stauffer
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

According to an embodiment of the invention, an electric machine for use in an environment having moisture is provided. The machine includes a housing that has an inner surface defining a cavity in the housing. The housing defines a leak path exit adapted to remove moisture accumulating within the housing away from the housing. The electric machine further includes a stator secured to the housing and a rotor that is rotatably secured to the housing, The electric machine further includes a moisture guide positioned at least partially within the cavity and adapted to guide at least some of the moisture toward the leak path exit.

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Номер записи: 26
05-03-2015 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MACHINE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

Номер: US20150061468A1
Автор: Brahmavar Subhash Marutirao
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A method for fabricating a rotor for an electric motor is provided. The method includes the steps of fabricating a first set of rotor parts for use in a motor having a first frame size and fabricating a second set of rotor parts for use in a motor having a second frame size. The second frame size is substantially different from the first frame size. The method further includes the steps of fabricating a third set of rotor parts for use in the motor having the first frame size and for use in the motor having the second frame size, ascertaining the desired motor frame size, and selecting one of the first set of rotor parts and the second set of rotor parts in accordance with desired motor frame size. The method also includes the steps of selecting the third set of rotor parts and assembling a rotor with one of the first set of rotor parts and the second set of rotor parts and with the third set of rotor parts, such that a rotor for use with the desired motor frame size is substantially provided. 1. A method for fabricating a rotor for an electric motor , said method comprising the steps of:fabricating a first set of rotor parts for use in a motor having a first frame size;fabricating a second set of rotor parts for use in a motor having a second frame size, the second frame size being substantially different from the first frame size;fabricating a third set of rotor parts for use in the motor having the first frame size and for use in the motor having the second frame sizeascertaining the desired motor frame size;selecting one of the first set of rotor parts and the second set of rotor parts in accordance with desired motor frame size;selecting the third set of rotor parts; andassembling a rotor with one of the first set of rotor parts and the second set of rotor parts and with the third set of rotor parts, such that a rotor for use with the desired motor frame size is substantially provided.2. A method in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the rotor for use in the ...

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Номер записи: 27
05-03-2015 дата публикации

METHOD OF CONTROLLING AN ELECTRICAL MACHINE

Номер: US20150061556A1
Автор: Mullin Paul S.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A method of controlling an electrical machine. The electrical machine includes a stator having a core and a plurality of windings, and a rotor disposed adjacent to the stator to interact with the stator. The method includes configuring an amplitude value and frequency values of a three-phase alternating current (AC) voltage startup signal having an amplitude and a frequency, providing the three-phase alternating current (AC) voltage startup signal to the plurality of windings, and altering the frequency of the three-phase AC voltage startup signal according to a preprogrammed frequency ramp function defined by the frequency values. The method further includes discontinuing the three-phase AC voltage startup signal after the frequency ramp function has completed, and switching to a back electromotive force (BEMF) control mode after discontinuing the three-phase AC voltage startup signal. 1. A method of controlling an electrical machine including a stator having a core and a plurality of windings , and a rotor disposed adjacent to the stator to interact with the stator , the method comprising:configuring an amplitude value and frequency values of a three-phase alternating current (AC) voltage startup signal having an amplitude and a frequency;providing the three-phase AC voltage startup signal to the plurality of windings;altering the frequency of the three-phase AC voltage startup signal according to a frequency ramp function defined by the frequency values;discontinuing the three-phase AC voltage startup signal after the frequency ramp function has completed;switching to a back electromotive force (BEMF) control mode, after discontinuing the three-phase AC voltage startup signal, by using a known estimated position of the rotor based on the frequency ramp function.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the configuring an amplitude value and frequency values includes configuring amplitude values of the three-phase AC startup signal claim 1 , and wherein the method ...

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Номер записи: 28
22-05-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR RECORDING OPERATING INFORMATION OF AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20140139157A1
Автор: Beifus Brian L., Gurudasani Vijay D., Koller Michael R., Selking Paul N.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A unit for recording operating information of an electronically commutated motor (ECM) is described. The unit includes a system controller communicatively coupled to an ECM. The system controller includes a processing device configured to control the unit. The unit also includes a memory device communicatively coupled to the system controller. The memory device is configured to receive and store ECM operating information provided by the processing device. 123-. (canceled)24. A unit for recording operating information of an electric motor , said unit comprising:a motor controller communicatively coupled to an electric motor, said motor controller comprising a processing device configured to control said unit, collect operating data from an electric motor, and identify when a change in operating conditions of the electric motor occurs; anda memory device communicatively coupled to said processing device, said memory device configured to receive and store motor operating information in response to identifying the change in operating conditions of the electric motor.25. A unit according to claim 24 , wherein said memory device is further configured to store motor controller information associated with a current motor controller for use by a successive motor controller.26. A unit according to claim 24 , wherein said memory device comprises a communications interface configured to allow a user to access the contents of said memory device.27. A unit according to claim 24 , wherein said processing device comprises a random access memory (RAM) configured to temporarily store the motor operating information.28. A unit according to claim 24 , wherein said memory device comprises at least one of an erasable programmable read-only memory and a flash memory.29. A unit according to claim 24 , wherein said processing device comprises an internal memory device.30. A unit according to claim 24 , wherein the motor operating information comprises at least one of production process ...

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Номер записи: 29
09-03-2017 дата публикации

Centrifugal blower and method of assembling the same

Номер: US20170067485A1
Автор: Carter Delaney, Joseph Carnes, Kerry B. Shelton, Rafal Pawel Rohoza
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A centrifugal blower assembly includes a housing defining an interior space and an impeller configured to channel an airflow within the interior space. The blower assembly also includes a motor coupled to the impeller and configured to rotate the impeller about an axis. The motor includes a motor shell and a motor mounting assembly coupled to the motor. The motor mounting assembly includes an end shield coupled to the motor and a plurality of mounting arms coupled to the end shield. At least a portion of at least one mounting arm extends axially along the motor such that a continuous radial gap is defined between the at least one mounting arm and the motor shell.

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Номер записи: 30
05-06-2014 дата публикации

CONFIGURABLE PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE WITH ELECTRONIC DISPLAY ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140151587A1
Автор: LaFountain Robert Lynn
Принадлежит: General Equipment and Manufacturing Company, Inc., d/b/a TopWorx, Inc.

A configurable process control device, which includes a field device, such as a valve position controller, that can be configured by a user to emulate any one of a plurality of different types of process control devices, is provided with an electronic display assembly. The electronic display assembly is operatively connected with a control circuit that is arranged to respond to the specific configuration of the field device to cause the electronic display assembly to display information relevant to the specific type of control device the field device has been configured to emulate. The information may include safety certification information specific to each of the different types of process control devices that the field device can be configured to emulate. 1. A configurable process control device for use in a plurality of use environments , wherein at least one of a pre-defined plurality of certifications must be displayed in conjunction with the configurable process control device depending on which of the use environments the configurable process control device is to be used in , the configurable process control device comprising:a field device;a first control circuit operatively coupled to the field device, the first control circuit arranged to control the field device and arranged to be reconfigured by a user to allow the field device to selectively emulate any of a plurality of different process control device types;an electronic display assembly, the electronic display assembly arranged to selectively display different information; anda second control circuit, the second control circuit operatively coupled to the electronic display assembly and the first control circuit, the second control circuit having access to a plurality of different certification information sets, each certification information set corresponding to a different one of the plurality of different process control device types;wherein the second control circuit causes the electronic display ...

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Номер записи: 31
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Centrifugal blower assembly and method for assembling the same

Номер: US20190072109A1
Автор: Joseph A. Henry, Sahand Pirouzpanah
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A centrifugal blower assembly comprises a scroll wall and a pair of opposing sidewalls. The scroll wall is positioned between the pair of opposing sidewalls such that the scroll wall and opposing sidewalls together define a blower chamber and a blower outlet. The blower outlet defines a blower outlet area. An adjustable outlet plate is pivotably coupled to the pair of opposing sidewalls such that the adjustable outlet plate is moveable between a first position to define a first blower outlet area and a second position to define a second blower outlet area.

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Номер записи: 32
16-03-2017 дата публикации

Blower, electric machine and associated method

Номер: US20170074286A1
Автор: C Scott Eagleton, Edward L. Drye, Jason Jon Kreidler, Mark Lyon Klopp, Michael Allen Marks, Rafal Pawel Rohoza
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A blower includes an impeller housing, an impeller rotatably secured to the housing and an electric motor. The motor has a motor housing with a central portion and a radially extending portion extending from the central portion, a venturi chamber adjacent the motor housing and opposed to the impeller housing, a stator secured to the central portion of the motor housing, a rotor rotatably secured to the central portion of the housing, and at least one heat generating electrical component secured to the radially extending portion of the motor housing. The impeller housing has a first air pressure therein and the motor housing has a second air pressure therein different that the first air pressure. The venturi housing and the motor housing define a passageway therebetween whereby the difference in air pressure generates air flow within the motor housing to cool the at least one heat generating electrical component.

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Номер записи: 33
18-03-2021 дата публикации

Modular sortation units, systems, and methods

Номер: US20210078808A1
Автор: John William Kuhn
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A modular transfer system with a primary flow system and a diverter system that is repositionable along a track system. The primary flow system includes a primary flow belt for conveying an article along a primary flow path from an infeed side of the modular transfer system to a pass-through side of the modular transfer system. The diverter system that is repositionable along the track system between the infeed side and the pass-through side by attachment within one or more channels.

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Номер записи: 34
26-03-2015 дата публикации

PHASE CURRENT DETECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20150084560A1
Автор: Earanky Vijay K.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor control system includes an inverter and a plurality of current sensors each positioned in-line between the inverter and a phase coil of the motor. Each current sensor measures the current provided to each phase coil of the motor and provides a signal indicative of each phase current to a controller. In some embodiments, the currents sensors are provided as one or more current sense integrated circuits. A protection circuit protects the current sense integrated circuit from ground bounce by coupling a diode and an opposite facing Zener diode in series between the power supply pin and the ground pin of the integrated circuit. 1. A motor control system comprising: a first high-side switch and a first low-side switch arranged in series between a power supply and ground, a first node between the first high-side switch and the first low-side switch being couplable to a first phase coil of an electronically commutated motor,', 'a second high-side switch and a second low-side switch arranged in series between the power supply and the ground, a second node between the second high-side switch and the second low-side switch being couplable to a second phase coil of the electronically commutated motor,', 'a third high-side switch and a third low-side switch arranged in series between the power supply and the ground, a third node between the third high-side switch and the third low-side switch being couplable to a third phase coil of the electronically commutated motor;, 'a three-phase inverter including'}a first current sensor coupled between the first node and the electronically commutated motor, the first current sensor being configured to sense a first phase current of the electronically commutated motor;a second current sensor coupled between the second node and the electronically commutated motor, the second current sensor being configured to sense a second phase current of the electronically commutated motor;a third current sensor coupled between the third node ...

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Номер записи: 35
12-06-2014 дата публикации

PERMANENT MAGNET ROTORS AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20140159535A1
Автор: Bair Donald E., Brahmavar Subhash M., Figgins Daniel S., Hall Jeffrey A., Kingrey Harold C., Oakes John R.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A permanent magnet rotor includes at least one permanent magnet and a rotor core including a first end and a second end. The rotor core includes a plurality of permanent magnet openings that are each configured to receive a permanent magnet. The permanent magnet rotor also includes a first rotor end lamination coupled to the first rotor core end. The first rotor end lamination includes a plurality of inner lamination walls defining a first lamination opening and a second lamination opening circumferentially adjacent the first lamination opening. At least one inner lamination wall includes at least one permanent magnet retention feature configured to secure the permanent magnet within a corresponding permanent magnet opening. The at least one permanent magnet retention feature includes at least one tab extending radially from at least one of the plurality of inner lamination walls within the first rotor end lamination. 1. A method for securing a plurality of permanent magnets within a rotor core that includes a first end , a second end , and a plurality of permanent magnet openings , each permanent magnet opening configured to receive a permanent magnet of the plurality of permanent magnets , the plurality of permanent magnets extending between the first end and the second end , said method comprising:coupling a first rotor end lamination to the first end of the rotor core, the first rotor end lamination including a plurality of inner lamination walls that define a first lamination opening and a second lamination opening circumferentially adjacent the first lamination opening, the first and second lamination openings corresponding to the plurality of permanent magnet openings in the rotor core, the first and second lamination openings being similarly configured, wherein at least one inner lamination wall includes at least one permanent magnet retention feature configured to secure the permanent magnet within the rotor core, and wherein the at least one permanent ...

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Номер записи: 36
02-04-2015 дата публикации

System and method for converting a signal while maintaining electrical isolation

Номер: US20150092466A1
Автор: Vijay K. Earanky
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A detection circuit for converting a control signal while maintaining electrical isolation between a first ground and a second ground. The detection circuit includes a first input configured to receive the control signal; a gate signal input configured to receive a gate signal; a transformer; an isolator; a rectifier; and an output electrically connected to the rectifier, the output configured to output the converted control signal. The transformer is configured to receive the control signal from the first input, transform the control signal into a transformed control signal, and output the transformed control signal. The isolator is configured to receive the gate signal from the gate signal input, and control the transformer in response to the gate signal. The rectifier is configured to receive the transformed control signal from the transformer, and convert the transformed control signal to a converted control signal.

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Номер записи: 37
02-04-2015 дата публикации

PIEZOELECTRIC LOUDSPEAKER

Номер: US20150092963A1
Автор: Cheng Kai-Wen, HO Chung-chun, LIU Yuan-Ping, TSAI Chang-Heng
Принадлежит: Miezo Inc.

The present invention discloses a piezoelectric loudspeaker. The piezoelectric loudspeaker comprises a sound producing plate, a resonant sound-box, a surround and a reflective sound-box. The sound producing plate comprises a piezoelectric ceramic element. The resonant sound-box includes a first opening comprising a first carrying part. The sound producing plate is disposed on the first carrying part. A cavity resonator is formed between the sound producing plate and the resonant sound-box. The surround is disposed between the first carrying part and the sound producing plate. The reflective sound-box includes a second opening and a reflective output opening. The second opening comprises a second carrying part. The resonant sound-box is disposed on the second carrying part. A reflective cavity body is formed between the resonant sound-box and the reflective sound-box, and the reflective cavity body is connected the reflective output opening. 1. A piezoelectric loudspeaker , comprising:a sound producing plate including at least one piezoelectric ceramic element being able to vibrate the sound producing plate;a resonant sound-box including a first opening comprising a first carrying part, the sound producing plate being disposed on the first carrying part, and a cavity resonator being formed between the sound producing plate and the resonant sound-box;a surround disposed between the first carrying part and the sound producing plate; anda reflective sound-box including a second opening and a reflective output opening, a second carrying part formed on a partial of an inner edge of the seconding opening, the resonant sound-box being disposed on the second carrying part, a reflective cavity body being formed between the resonant sound-box and the reflective sound-box, the reflective output opening being disposed on a side of the reflective sound-box, and the reflective cavity body being communicating with the reflective output opening.2. The piezoelectric loudspeaker of ...

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Номер записи: 38
31-03-2016 дата публикации

Electric machine, sensor and associated method

Номер: US20160094110A1
Автор: Alan Michael Smith, Christopher Joseph Roth, Edward Lewis Drye, Harold Dean Willis, Justin Michael Magyar, Paul Steven Mullin, Stephen Thomas English
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

According to an embodiment of the invention, an electric machine is provided. The machine includes a support structure and a stator secured to the support structure. The machine also includes a rotor rotatably scoured to the support structure. The rotor defines a wall of the rotor. The machine also includes a sensor secured to the support structure and adapted to cooperate with the wall of the rotor to sense the position of the rotor relative to that of the stator.

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Номер записи: 39
11-04-2019 дата публикации

Electrical machines and methods of assembling the same

Номер: US20190109512A1
Автор: Charles Richard Langford, Larry Gene Anderson, Wesley Kenneth Anderson
Принадлежит: Hub City Inc, Regal Beloit America Inc, Regal Beloit Australia PTY LTD

A motor having an axis of rotation is provided. The motor includes a housing, a first shaft coupled to the housing and a second shaft coupled to the first shaft. The motor further includes a stator coupled to the housing and comprising an outer circumferential surface and an inner circumferential surface, wherein the inner circumferential surface defines a stator bore around the axis of rotation. A gearbox is coupled to the first shaft and to the second shaft and positioned within the stator bore. The motor includes a rotor coupled to the first shaft and adjacent the stator.

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Номер записи: 40
30-04-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ENABLING A MOTOR CONTROLLER TO COMMUNICATE USING MULTIPLE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS

Номер: US20150120062A1
Автор: Bhansali Vinod, McKinzie Marc
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor controller including a communication port and a computing device coupled to the communication port is described. The computing device is capable of communicating using a plurality of communication protocols and is configured to detect that an external device has connected to the communication port. The computing device is further configured to identify a first communication protocol used by the external device, wherein the first communication protocol is one of the plurality of communication protocols, and communicate with the external device using the first communication protocol. 1. A motor controller comprising:a communication port; and detect that an external device has connected to said communication port;', 'identify a first communication protocol used by the external device, wherein the first communication protocol is one of the plurality of communication protocols; and', 'communicate with the external device using the first communication protocol., 'a computing device coupled to said communication port, wherein said computing device is capable of communicating using a plurality of communication protocols and is configured to2. The motor controller of claim 1 , wherein said computing device is further configured to identify the first communication protocol by:transmitting an initial communication to the external device using the first communication protocol; andreceiving a response from the external device using the first communication protocol.3. The motor controller of claim 2 , wherein said computing device is further configured to identify the first communication protocol by:transmitting the initial communication to the external device using a second communication protocol;waiting a predetermined amount of time to receive a response from the external device using the second communication protocol; anddetermining that the external device does not communicate using the second communication protocol after the predetermined amount of time has elapsed ...

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Номер записи: 41
17-07-2014 дата публикации

Energy Recovery Apparatus for a Refrigeration System

Номер: US20140196497A1
Автор: Garrison Bobby D., Post Steven W.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An energy recovery apparatus for use in a refrigeration system, comprises an intake port, a nozzle, a turbine and a discharge port. The intake port is adapted to be in fluid communication with a condenser of a refrigeration system. The nozzle is configured to expand refrigerant discharged from the condenser and increase velocity of the refrigerant as it passes through the nozzle. The turbine is positioned relative to the nozzle and configured to be driven by refrigerant discharged from the nozzle. The discharge port is downstream of the turbine and is configured to be in fluid communication with an evaporator of the refrigeration system. 1. A refrigeration system comprising:an evaporator comprising an intake port and a discharge port, the evaporator being configured to evaporate a cold refrigerant from a liquid-vapor state to a vapor state;a compressor comprising an intake port and a discharge portion, the intake port of the compressor being in fluid communication with the discharge port of the evaporator, the compressor being configured to receive refrigerant discharged from the evaporator and compress the refrigerant to an elevated, sub-critical pressure;a condenser comprising an intake port and a discharge port, the intake port of the condenser being in fluid communication with the discharge port of the compressor, the condenser being configured to receive refrigerant discharged from the compressor and condense the refrigerant discharged from the compressor to one of a saturated-liquid state, a liquid state cooler than the saturated-liquid state, and a liquid-vapor state near the saturated-liquid state;an energy recovery apparatus comprising an intake port and a discharge port, the intake port of the energy recovery apparatus being in fluid communication with the discharge port of the condenser, the discharge port of the energy recovery apparatus being in fluid communication with the intake port of the evaporator, the energy recovery apparatus further comprising ...

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Номер записи: 42
17-07-2014 дата публикации

Sleeve bearing device

Номер: US20140199008A1
Автор: Swartzentruber David
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A sleeve bearing device is disclosed for supporting a worm gear journal disposed within a casing of a valve actuator. The device includes a ring shaped portion having an inboard and an outboard end. The outboard end of the ring shaped portion defines a radially outwardly extending flange which cooperates with the casing for inhibiting axial movement of the ring shaped portion relative to the casing. The ring shaped portion is of cylindrical configuration and defines an inner and an outer surface. The inner surface of the ring shaped portion bearingly supports the worm gear journal. The outer surface of the ring shaped portion cooperates with the casing, the casing defining an annular groove. The annular groove is disposed coaxially relative to the ring shaped portion, the annular groove being located adjacent to the outer surface of the ring shaped portion and between the inboard and the outboard ends of the ring shaped portion. A sealing ring is disposed within the annular groove, the sealing ring sealing the outer surface of the ring shaped portion relative to the casing. 1. A sleeve bearing device for supporting a worm gear journal disposed within a casing of a valve actuator , said device comprising:a ring shaped portion having an inboard and an outboard end;said outboard end of said ring shaped portion defining a radially outwardly extending flange which cooperates with the casing for inhibiting axial movement of said ring shaped portion relative to the casing;said ring shaped portion being of cylindrical configuration, said ring shaped portion defining an inner and an outer surface;said inner surface of said ring shaped portion bearingly supporting the worm gear journal;said outer surface cooperating with the casing which defines an annular groove;said groove being disposed coaxially relative to said ring shaped portion, said annular groove being located adjacent to said outer surface of said ring shaped portion and between said inboard and said outboard ends ...

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Номер записи: 43
13-05-2021 дата публикации

Fuse Holder, Carrier and Associated Method

Номер: US20210142972A1
Автор: Brakefield Timothy Joseph, Brown Joseph Allen, Buskey Paul Scott, Minnick Troy Thomas, Shaffer Isaac Phillip
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A fuse holder for holding a fuse is provided that includes a body, a line side connector supported by the body, and a load side connector supported by the body. The fuse holder also includes a toggle switch supported by the body and capable of toggled engagement in a first position that provides electrical connection. The switch is also capable of toggled engagement in a second position that provides electrical isolation between the line side connector and the load side connector. The fuse holder also includes a fuse carrier. The fuse carrier is supported by the body and adapted for holding the fuse and the fuse carrier is adapted to be removed from the fuse holder. The fuse holder includes a blocking device blocking the toggled engagement of the switch from the second position to the first position when the fuse carrier is not within the fuse holder. 1. A fuse holder for holding a fuse , comprising:a body;a line side connector supported by said body;a load side connector supported by said body;a toggle switch supported by said body, said switch being capable of toggled engagement in a first position providing electrical connection between said line side connector and said load side connector and said switch being capable of toggled engagement in a second position providing electrical isolation between said line side connector and said load side connector;a fuse carrier, said fuse carrier supported by said body, said fuse carrier adapted for holding the fuse and said fuse carrier adapted to be removed from said fuse holder; anda blocking device for blocking the toggled engagement of said switch into the first position when the fuse carrier is not located within the fuse holder.2. The fuse holder as in claim 1 , wherein said blocking device is adapted to urge said switch from toggled engagement in said first position to toggled engagement in said second position as said fuse carrier is removed from said fuse holder.3. The fuse holder as in :wherein said fuse carrier ...

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Номер записи: 44
24-07-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20140203755A1
Автор: Becerra Roger Carlos, Chretien Ludovic Andre, Clendenen David Allen, Da Yao, Young Glen C.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An electric motor controller is configured to be coupled to an electric motor. The controller includes an inverter and a control unit coupled to the inverter. The inverter is configured to receive an input voltage and to provide a conditioned output voltage to the electric motor. The control unit is configured to control the electric motor to produce positive torque when direct current (DC) link voltage has a 100% voltage ripple. Methods for controlling an electric motor using the electric motor controller are also provided. 1. An electric motor controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor , said controller comprising:a rectifier configured to rectify an alternating current (AC) input voltage to produce a pulsed direct current (DC) link voltage wherein the DC link voltage drops to a value of approximately zero during each cycle when the AC input voltage transits a value of zero;a DC link coupled to said rectifier and configured to receive the DC link voltage;an inverter coupled to said DC link, said inverter configured to receive the DC link voltage and to provide a conditioned output voltage to the electric motor; anda control unit coupled to said inverter, said control unit configured to control the electric motor to produce positive torque when the DC link voltage supplied to said inverter has approximately 100% voltage ripple.2. A controller in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said control unit is further configured to store energy in a load coupled to the electric motor as inertia when input voltage is available claim 1 , wherein the inertia limits speed variation of the electric motor.3. A controller in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said control unit is further configured to maintain positive torque of the electric motor when the AC input voltage transits a value of zero by energy stored in the motor windings.4. A controller in accordance with claim 1 , wherein to control the electric motor claim 1 , said control unit is configured to control ...

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Номер записи: 45
24-07-2014 дата публикации

FAN AND MOTOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING

Номер: US20140205450A1
Автор: Cocks Rachele Barbara, Kleist Matthew James, Stauffer Zachary Joseph
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

In one aspect, a motor assembly is provided. The motor assembly includes a fan housing having an air inlet and an air outlet, and a motor coupled to the fan housing and positioned within the air inlet. The motor includes a first end, a second end, and a shaft. The motor assembly further includes a fan coupled to the shaft proximate the motor second end. The motor first end includes a contoured surface having a stagnation point and a plurality of points along the contoured surface downstream of the stagnation point. Each point of the plurality of points has a coefficient of pressure less than 1, and the contoured surface is configured to direct air around the motor and to reduce airflow restriction and flow disturbance within the fan housing 1. A motor assembly comprising:a fan housing comprising an air inlet and an air outlet;a motor coupled to said fan housing and positioned within said air inlet, said motor comprising a first end, a second end, and a shaft; anda fan coupled to said shaft proximate said motor second end,wherein said motor first end comprises a contoured surface having a stagnation point and a plurality of points along said contoured surface downstream of said stagnation point, wherein each point of the plurality of points has a coefficient of pressure less than 1, said contoured surface configured to direct air around said motor and to reduce airflow restriction and flow disturbance within said fan housing.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said contoured surface is a contoured cap removably coupled to said motor first end.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said contoured surface is hemispherical.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said contoured surface is ogival.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said contoured surface is elliptical.6. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an inlet guide vane coupled to said fan housing claim 1 , wherein said guide vane comprises a curved surface and is configured to create a low pressure gradient ...

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Номер записи: 46
31-07-2014 дата публикации

MOTOR FOR USE IN REFRIGERANT ENVIRONMENT

Номер: US20140210302A1
Автор: Lange Martin Thomas, Vodak Peter Bernard
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor for use within a refrigerant atmosphere includes a plurality of laminations stacked along an axis, the laminations cooperating to define a plurality of teeth and a slot disposed between each pair of adjacent teeth, a plurality of coils each positioned around a tooth such that each coil is partially disposed in two adjacent slots, and a first phase winding formed from at least two coils, the first phase winding including a single continuous conductor. An insulating member is disposed within each of the slots and arranged to electrically insulate the coil within the respective slot from the laminations and a wedge is positioned within at least one of the slots. The wedge is operable to compress the coil within the slot. A rotor is positioned adjacent the stator and is operable to rotate about the axis. 1. A motor for use within a refrigerant atmosphere , the motor comprising:a plurality of laminations stacked along an axis, the laminations cooperating to define a plurality of teeth and a slot disposed between each pair of adjacent teeth;a plurality of coils each positioned around a tooth such that each coil is partially disposed in two adjacent slots;a first phase winding formed from at least two coils, the first phase winding including a single continuous conductor;an insulating member disposed within each of the slots and arranged to electrically insulate the coil within the respective slot from the laminations;a wedge positioned within at least one of the slots, the wedge operable to compress the coil within the slot; anda rotor positioned adjacent the stator and operable to rotate about the axis.2. The motor of claim 1 , wherein each of the teeth includes a first hook and a second hook and wherein the first hook is positioned to engage the wedge.3. The motor of claim 1 , wherein the single continuous conductor includes a wire formed from a material elected from the group consisting of aluminum and copper claim 1 , and an extruded insulator covering the ...

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Номер записи: 47
27-05-2021 дата публикации

Methods and systems for recording operating information of an electronically commutated motor

Номер: US20210159837A1
Автор: Brian L. Beifus, Michael R. Koller, Paul Nathanael Selking, Vijay Dayaldas Gurudasani
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A motor controller for an electric motor includes an enclosure and a processing device, memory device, and communication interface disposed within the enclosure. The processing device is configured to control the electric motor and collect operating information from the electric motor during operation of the electric motor. The memory device is communicatively coupled to the processing device. The memory device is configured to receive and store the operating information collected during operation of the electric motor. The communication interface is communicatively coupled to the processing device and the memory device, and is configured to enable access to the operating information stored on the memory device by a computing device disposed remotely from the electric motor.

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Номер записи: 48
07-08-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRICAL MACHINES AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20140217844A1
Автор: Brattoli Mark A., Cocks Rachele Barbara, Marks Michael A.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A housing for coupling to a motor having an axis of rotation is provided. The housing includes an end cap having an outer surface and an inner surface. The housing also includes a plurality of first heat fins coupled to the outer surface. Each first heat fin of the plurality of first heat fins includes a first portion extending radially from the axis of rotation. In addition, the housing includes a second portion coupled to first portion and extending parallel to the axis of rotation. The housing further includes a second heat fin coupled to the second portion. 1. A housing for enclosing electronics of a motor having an axis of rotation , said housing comprising:an end cap comprising an outer surface and an inner surface; a first portion extending radially from the axis of rotation; and', 'a second portion coupled to said first portion and extending parallel to the axis of rotation; and, 'a plurality of first heat fins coupled to said outer surface, each first heat fin of said plurality of first heat fins comprisinga second heat fin coupled to said plurality of first heat fins.2. The housing of claim 1 , wherein said first portion comprises a first shape and said second portion comprises a second shape that is different than said first shape.3. The housing of claim 1 , wherein said first portion comprises at least one of a corrugated shape claim 1 , a sinusoidal shape and a curved shape.4. The housing of claim 1 , wherein said second portion comprises a first end and a second end claim 1 , said first end has a smaller width than said second end.5. The housing of claim 1 , wherein said first portion comprises a first side and a second side which define a channel there between.6. The housing of claim 1 , wherein a pair of adjacent first heat fins of said plurality of first heat fins define a channel there between.7. The housing of claim 1 , wherein said second heat fin is coupled to each second portion of said plurality of first heat fins.8. The housing of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 49
28-05-2015 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20150145459A1
Автор: Guzelgunler Yilcan
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A system and method of controlling an electric motor using a motor drive controller are provided. The motor drive controller includes a rectifier configured to convert an AC input voltage to a DC voltage, a DC bus electrically coupled to the rectifier, an inverter electrically coupled to the DC bus and configured to generate an AC voltage to drive the electric motor, and a control unit. The control unit includes a sign calculation module configured to determine a polarity of each phase of a reference current command and a compensation module configured to generate a voltage compensation command signal using one of the determined polarities of the reference current command and a measured current, and one of a measurement of DC bus voltage and a constant DC bus voltage value, the voltage compensation signal compensating the drive controller to neutralize a deadtime effect. 1. An electric motor drive controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor , said drive controller comprising:a rectifier configured to convert an AC input voltage to a DC voltage;a DC bus electrically coupled to the rectifier;an inverter electrically coupled to the DC bus and configured to generate an AC voltage to drive the electric motor; and a sign calculation module configured to determine a polarity of each phase of a reference current command; and', 'a compensation module configured to generate a voltage compensation command signal using one of the determined polarities of the reference current command and a measured current, and one of a measurement of DC bus voltage and a constant DC bus voltage value, the voltage compensation signal compensating said drive controller to neutralize a deadtime effect., 'a control unit comprising2. The electric motor drive controller of claim 1 , wherein to generate the voltage compensation command signal claim 1 , said compensation module is further configured to dynamically calculate the voltage compensation command signal based on said one of a ...

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Номер записи: 50
28-05-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ENABLING WIRELESS COMMUNICATION WITH A MOTOR CONTROLLER

Номер: US20150148970A1
Автор: Guzelgunler Yilcan, Kiser Mitchell T., Kreidler Jason Jon, McKinzie Marc C., Smith Alan M., Young William Edward
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor controller coupled to a motor is described. The motor controller includes a wireless communication device and a computing device coupled to the wireless communication device. The computing device is configured to communicatively couple with a client computing device using the wireless communication device, wirelessly receive at least one setting from the client computing device, and operate the motor pursuant to the at least one setting, to move liquid in an aquatic environment. 1. A motor controller coupled to a motor , said motor controller comprising:a wireless communication device; and communicatively couple with a client computing device using said wireless communication device;', 'wirelessly receive at least one setting from the client computing device; and', 'operate the motor pursuant to the at least one setting, to move liquid in an aquatic environment., 'a computing device coupled to said wireless communication device, wherein said computing device is configured to2. The motor controller of claim 1 , wherein said computing device is further configured to operate the motor pursuant to the at least one setting while said computing device is not communicatively coupled to the client computing device.3. The motor controller of claim 1 , wherein said computing device is further configured to transmit data to the client computing device for displaying on an application on the client computing device.4. The motor controller of claim 1 , wherein said computing device is further configured to receive authentication credentials or a certificate from the client computing device.5. The motor controller of claim 1 , wherein said computing device is further configured to communicatively couple with the client computing device by communicatively coupling with the client computing device using a wireless local area network.6. The motor controller of claim 1 , wherein said computing device is further configured to communicatively couple with the client computing ...

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Номер записи: 51
14-08-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING ELECTRIC MACHINES

Номер: US20140225545A1
Автор: Becerra Roger Carlos, Chretien Ludovic Andre, Da Yao, Yi Peizhong
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor controller is provided that includes an inverter configured to drive an electric motor, a rectifier configured to rectify an alternating current (AC) input current and to output the rectified AC input current to the inverter, and a controller coupled to the inverter. The controller is configured to improve a power factor of the motor controller by controlling the AC input current based on a direct current (DC) link voltage measurement. 1. A motor controller comprising:an inverter configured to drive an electric motor;a rectifier configured to rectify an alternating current (AC) input current and to output the rectified AC input current to said inverter; anda controller coupled to said inverter and configured to improve a power factor of the motor controller by controlling the AC input current based on a direct current (DC) link voltage measurement.2. A motor controller in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said controller is configured to implement an algorithm configured to increase power factor based on the DC link voltage measurement.3. A motor controller in accordance with claim 2 , wherein said controller is configured to implement the algorithm to determine a q-axis reference value based on the measured DC link voltage.4. A motor controller in accordance with claim 3 , wherein to determine the q-axis reference value claim 3 , said controller is configured to:measure the DC link voltage using a voltage detector;process the measured DC link voltage using a low-pass filter having a cut-off frequency lower than a switching frequency of said inverter and higher than twice the AC line frequency;phase shift the processed DC link voltage; andmultiply the phase shifted voltage by a torque command.5. A motor controller in accordance with claim 3 , wherein to determine the q-axis reference value claim 3 , said controller is configured to:measure the DC link voltage using a voltage detector;process the measured DC link voltage using a phase detector;generate a ...

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Номер записи: 52
16-05-2019 дата публикации

Air handling system and method for assembling the same

Номер: US20190145635A1
Автор: Sahand Pirouzpanah
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

An air handling system configured to channel an airflow includes a blower assembly including a blower inlet and a blower outlet and a primary heat exchanger positioned downstream of the blower outlet. The air handling system also includes a secondary heat exchanger positioned upstream of the blower inlet such that the airflow is channeled sequentially through the secondary heat exchanger, the blower assembly, and the primary heat exchanger.

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Номер записи: 53
16-05-2019 дата публикации

Blower assembly for use in an air handling system and method for assembling the same

Номер: US20190145657A1
Автор: Joseph A. Henry, Sahand Pirouzpanah
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A blower assembly includes a housing including an inner shell and an outer shell that define a flow passage therebetween. The inner shell also at least partially defines a cavity. The blower assembly also includes a fan coupled within the housing such that the fan also at least partially defines the cavity. The blower assembly further includes a motor configured to rotate about an axis. The motor is coupled to the inner shell and is positioned within the cavity radially inward of the flow passage.

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Номер записи: 54
28-08-2014 дата публикации

LAMINATED ROTOR WITH IMPROVED MAGNET ADHESION AND METHOD OF FABRICATING

Номер: US20140239764A1
Автор: Figgins Daniel S., Hall Jeffrey A.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

In one aspect, a moisture resistant rotor sleeve is provided. The rotor sleeve includes a plurality of stacked laminations forming a sleeve having an outer periphery, an inner periphery, and spaces between adjacent laminations. The rotor sleeve also includes a sealant applied into the spaces between the adjacent laminations, wherein the sealant seals the spaces to prevent air from traveling through the spaces of the sleeve between the inner periphery and the outer periphery. 1. A moisture resistant rotor sleeve comprising:a plurality of stacked laminations forming a sleeve having an outer periphery, an inner periphery, and spaces between adjacent laminations; anda sealant applied into said spaces between said adjacent laminations, wherein said sealant seals said spaces to prevent air from traveling through said spaces of said sleeve between said inner periphery and said outer periphery.2. The rotor sleeve of claim 1 , wherein said sleeve does not have sealant on at least one of a sleeve inner periphery surface and a sleeve outer periphery surface.3. The rotor sleeve of claim 1 , wherein said sleeve further comprises said sealant on at least one of a sleeve inner periphery surface and a sleeve outer periphery surface.4. The rotor sleeve of claim 1 , wherein said sealant is applied in substantially the entire space between said adjacent laminations from said inner periphery to said outer periphery.5. The rotor sleeve of claim 1 , wherein said sealant is one of a varnish claim 1 , an anaerobic wicking grade thread locker claim 1 , a casting porosity sealant claim 1 , a polyurethane claim 1 , and an enamel paint.6. The rotor sleeve of claim 1 , further comprising at least one permanent magnet coupled to said sleeve outer periphery claim 1 , wherein said sealant facilitates preventing moisture from reaching the interface between said outer periphery and said permanent magnet to increase the integrity of the coupling therebetween.7. The rotor sleeve of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 55
04-09-2014 дата публикации

MOTOR ASSEMBLY WITH INTEGRATED ON/OFF DETECTION WITH SPEED PROFILE OPERATION

Номер: US20140247002A1
Автор: Bonner Guy, Earanky Vijay, McKinzie Marc C., Wilson Jeffrey A.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor assembly coupled to an external alternating voltage input, the motor assembly comprising a motor including a stator and a rotor rotatable about a longitudinal axis. The motor assembly further includes a circuit assembly, the circuit assembly having a state detector operable to detect the state of the external alternating voltage input and a control unit operable to control the motor based on the state of the external alternating voltage input detected by the state detector. The motor assembly also includes a housing substantially encasing the motor, and the circuit assembly. 1. A motor assembly coupled to an external alternating voltage input , the motor assembly comprising:a motor including a stator and a rotor rotatable about a longitudinal axis; a state detector operable to detect the state of the external alternating voltage input;', 'a control unit operable to control the motor based on the state of the external alternating voltage input detected by the state detector; and, 'a circuit assembly, the circuit assembly including;'}a housing substantially encasing the motor, and the circuit assembly.2. The motor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the motor assembly further includes a fan coupled to the rotor for co-rotation.3. The motor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes a motor case claim 1 , and a front cover substantially encasing the motor and circuit assembly.4. The motor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the control unit controls the motor by applying one of a plurality of configurable speed profiles in response to the state of the external alternating voltage input.5. The motor assembly of claim 4 , wherein the speed profiles are programmable by the control unit receiving an input regarding a characteristic of the speed profiles.6. The motor assembly of claim 5 , wherein the characteristic of the speed profiles to be programed is the rotational speed as a function of time.7. The motor assembly of claim 5 , wherein the characteristic of the ...

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Номер записи: 56
11-09-2014 дата публикации

RADIAL BLOWER AIR GUIDE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF COOLING

Номер: US20140252895A1
Автор: Cemke Lisa Marie, Ohrmundt Christopher Thomas
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A radial blower air guide includes a first end wall substantially circumscribing an end bracket of an electric motor. The air guide includes a second end wall spaced apart from the first end wall and has an inner periphery that circumscribes a periphery of the motor. The air guide includes an outer wall extending from an edge of the first end wall to an edge of the second end wall. The outer wall is formed from a thin curved plate and partially defines a ring-shaped chamber therebetween. The outer wall has an aperture defined therethrough. The air guide includes a baffle plate coupled to the inner periphery of the second end wall. The baffle plate extends a first width toward the first end wall and partially defines the chamber. The baffle plate is configured to deflect air to control the distribution of the airflow from the chamber.

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Номер записи: 57
11-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR REDUCING CONDUCTED ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE

Номер: US20140252896A1
Автор: Nardin Steven A.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An EMI filter is described. The filter includes an input, an output, first and second line-side X capacitors, and a line-side Y capacitor. The input includes first and second input terminals. The output includes first and second output terminals. A first conductive path is defined between the first input terminal and the first output terminal A second conductive path is defined between the second input terminal and the second output terminal The first line-side X capacitor is coupled between the first conductive path and the second conductive path, and the second line-side X capacitor is coupled between the first conductive path and the second conductive path in series with the first line-side X capacitor. The second line-side X capacitor is coupled to the first line-side X capacitor at a common point. A first end of the line-side Y capacitor is coupled to the common point.

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Номер записи: 58
11-09-2014 дата публикации

Electrical coil forming apparatus and methods of assembling electrical coils

Номер: US20140252906A1
Автор: Dale Romanowski, William J. Conway
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A coil forming apparatus for forming an electrical coil from an electrical wire. The apparatus includes a frame and a spindle assembly coupled to the frame. The spindle assembly includes: a first arm coupled to the frame, wherein the first arm includes a first moveable bracket and a plurality of first moveable spindles coupled to the first moveable bracket and to the electrical wire in a first position. The spindle assembly further includes a second arm coupled to the frame, wherein the second arm has a second moveable bracket that includes a plurality of second moveable spindles coupled to the second moveable bracket and coupled to the electrical wire in the first position. The coil forming apparatus includes a drive system coupled to the first moveable bracket and the second moveable bracket. The drive system is configured to move the first moveable bracket and the second moveable bracket.

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Номер записи: 59
25-06-2015 дата публикации

BLOWER ASSEMBLY INCLUDING A NOISE ATTENUATING IMPELLER AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20150176586A1
Автор: Lyons Leslie Alan
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A blower assembly includes a housing including an outlet and a cutoff point positioned proximate the outlet. The blower assembly also includes an impeller including a plurality of blades that each includes a tip portion including a radially outer edge and a transition point that divides the radially outer edge into a first portion and a second portion. The impeller is positioned within the housing such that a first radial gap is defined between the cutoff point and the first portion and a second radial gap is defined between the cutoff point and the second portion. The first radial gap includes a constant width that is shorter than a width of the second radial gap. 1. A blower assembly comprising:a housing comprising an outlet and a cutoff point positioned proximate said outlet; andan impeller comprising a plurality of blades that each include a tip portion comprising a radially outer edge and a transition point that divides said radially outer edge into a first portion and a second portion, said impeller positioned within said housing such that a first radial gap is defined between said cutoff point and said first portion and a second radial gap is defined between said cutoff point and said second portion, wherein said first radial gap includes a constant width that is shorter than a width of said second radial gap.2. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said first portion claim 1 , said second portion claim 1 , and said cutoff point are substantially parallel to each other.3. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said second portion includes a notch such that said second radial gap defines a constant distance.4. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 3 , wherein said notch extends substantially halfway across said radially outer edge.5. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said second portion is one of linearly slanted or arcuately sloped such that said second radial gap increases across said second ...

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Номер записи: 60
11-09-2014 дата публикации

Motor pump assembly and a motor for a pump

Номер: US20140255224A1
Автор: Joseph S. Minogue
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

An electric machine includes an end frame having a shaft bore extending therethrough. The end frame includes a first side and a second side. A shaft extends through the shaft bore. A bearing is supported by the end frame and is coupled to the shaft to support the shaft for rotation about a longitudinal axis. A first seal is fixedly attached to the end frame and includes an internal bore that is sized to cooperate with the shaft to form a seal point therebetween. The first seal is disposed on the first side of the end frame. A second seal is fixedly attached to the second side of the end frame. The second seal includes a movable portion in direct contact with the shaft to define a second seal point. The first seal point is on a first side of the bearing and the second seal point is on a second side of the bearing.

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Номер записи: 61
29-09-2022 дата публикации

Item Eligibility and/or Promotion Determination Application

Номер: US20220309526A1
Автор: Orrock Andrew, Vielehr David
Принадлежит: e2interactive, Inc. d/b/a e2Interactive, Inc.

In general, the present invention is directed to systems and methods of utilizing an application operating on a mobile device to determine any applicable offers or eligibility and rank such offers and eligibility for user selection. More specifically, a process may be conducted by a processor in communication with a mobile device and data stores including user data, retailer data, and/or product and service data, the process including comparing identification information associated with a product or service received from the mobile device with data in the data stores; determining the product or service and identifying any associated promotional offers or plan eligibility associated with the product or service, the user, and/or the retailer; ranking any promotional offers or plan eligibility based at least in part on size of promotion; transmitting to the mobile device an identifier of applicable promotional offers or plan eligibility. 1. A system , comprising:a processor; user data, including memberships, groups, plans, and/or entitlements associated with a user;', products and services offered by a retailer;', 'any promotional offers offered by the retailer;, 'retailer data, including, 'product and service data, including identification information of each product and service, and any promotional offers or plan eligibility associated with the product or service;, 'one or more data stores, the one or more data stores storing data comprisingwherein the processor is in selective communication with one or more retailers, manufacturers, membership plans, insurance providers, and/or entitlement providers to populate and update the one or more data stores;wherein the processor is in selective communication with a mobile device of the user; comparing first media data comprising identification information associated with a product or service received from the mobile device with product and service data stored in the one or more data stores;', 'based at least in part on the ...

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Номер записи: 62
11-09-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEMS FOR HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20140257576A1
Автор: Barry Andrew C., Becerra Roger C., Beifus Brian L., Knollman Andrew M., Koller Michael R., Nardin Steven A.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A motor control system for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications is described. The motor control system includes a thermostat and an electronically commutated motor (ECM) coupled to the thermostat. The ECM is configured to retrofit an existing non-ECM electric motor included in an HVAC application and to operate in one of a plurality of HVAC modes. The HVAC modes include at least one of a heating mode, a cooling mode, and a continuous fan mode. The HVAC mode is determined based at least partially on outputs provided by the thermostat.

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Номер записи: 63
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING POWER TO AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20140260410A1
Автор: Becerra Roger Carlos, Chretien Ludovic Andre, Post Steven W.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

Methods and systems for controlling an electric motor are provided herein. The system is configured to be coupled to a power supply. The electric motor system includes a rectifier, an electric motor, and a microcontroller. The rectifier is configured to convert an alternating current (AC) voltage input to a direct current (DC) voltage. The microcontroller is configured to extract power from a generator device. 1. An electric motor system configured to be coupled to a power supply , said electric motor system comprising:a rectifier configured to convert an alternating current (AC) voltage from the power supply to a direct current (DC) voltage;an electric motor operatively coupled to the rectifier, the electric motor being configured to draw power from the power supply; anda processing unit configured to, while the electric motor is drawing electrical energy from the power source, supplement the power to the electric motor from the power source with electrical energy drawn from a generator device.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a capacitor coupled between said rectifier and said electric motor claim 1 , said capacitor configured to smooth the DC voltage for use by said electric motor claim 1 , said processing unit being configured to store in the capacitor electrical energy drawn from the generator device claim 1 , said electric motor being electrically coupled to the capacitor in a manner to draw electrical energy stored in the capacitor.3. (canceled)4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an inverter coupled to the generator device.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an inverter configured to convert electrical energy drawn from the generator device into energy usable by said electric motor.6. The system of claim 4 , wherein said inverter is configured to extract energy from at least one of a solar panel array and a wind turbine.7. The system of further comprising a first inverter adapted and configured to be coupled to the power supply ...

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Номер записи: 64
25-06-2015 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR ENVELOPE AND EFFICIENCY CONTROL IN AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20150180401A1
Автор: Chretien Ludovic Andre
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An air moving system including an electric motor, a load coupled to the electric motor, and a motor drive controller coupled to the electric motor is provided. A DC voltage generated from an AC input voltage provided to the electric motor tends towards zero at about twice a frequency of the AC input voltage. The motor drive controller includes an adjustment control module configured to receive a measurement of an instantaneous motor current value for the electric motor, determine a flux component value based on the instantaneous motor current value, and determine, based at least in part on the flux component value and a flux component demand value, an adjusted flux component demand value that causes the motor drive controller to adjust an operation such that an average flux component value based on the flux component value is substantially similar to the flux component demand value. 1. An electric motor drive controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor , said electric motor drive controller comprising:a rectifier configured to convert an AC input voltage having a frequency to a DC voltage, wherein the DC voltage tends towards zero at about twice the frequency of the AC input voltage;a DC link electrically coupled to said rectifier;an inverter electrically coupled to said DC link and configured to generate a three phase pulse width modulated (PWM) voltage to drive the electric motor; and receive a measurement of an instantaneous motor current value for the electric motor;', 'determine a flux component value based on the instantaneous motor current value; and', 'determine, based at least in part on the flux component value and a flux component demand value, an adjusted flux component demand value that causes said motor drive controller to adjust an operation such that an average flux component value based on the flux component value is substantially similar to the flux component demand value., 'an adjustment control module configured to2. The electric ...

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Номер записи: 65
25-06-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A MOTOR CONTROLLER

Номер: US20150180403A1
Автор: McKinzie Marc C., Snell Nathan Eric, Steele Bennie Monroe
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An adjustment module configured to be coupled to an electric motor controller is provided. The adjustment module includes at least one potentiometer and a communication interface coupled to the input device. The potentiometer receives a control signal from a user. The communication interface is configured to communicate the control signal to the electric motor controller. 1. An adjustment module configured to be coupled to an electric motor controller , said adjustment module comprising:at least one potentiometer for receiving a control signal from a user; anda communication interface coupled to said at least one potentiometer and configured to communicate the control signal to the electric motor controller.2. The adjustment module of claim 1 , wherein said potentiometer is adjustable to receive a control signal representing at least one of speed claim 1 , torque claim 1 , run time claim 1 , start time claim 1 , stop time claim 1 , prime settings claim 1 , and temperature.3. The adjustment module of claim 1 , wherein said adjustment module receives a control signal in the form of one of a low voltage signal claim 1 , an analog signal claim 1 , and a pulse width modulation signal.4. The adjustment module of claim 1 , wherein said adjustment module is incorporated within the electric motor controller.5. The adjustment module of claim 1 , wherein said adjustment module is a standalone module claim 1 , said communication interface is a wireless communication interface configured to wirelessly communicate with the electric motor controller.6. The adjustment module of claim 1 , wherein said adjustment module is a standalone module claim 1 , said communication interface is a wired communication interface configured to be removeably coupled from the electric motor controller.7. A method for communicating with a motor controller including a wireless communication device and a computing device coupled to the wireless communication device claim 1 , said method comprising: ...

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Номер записи: 66
18-09-2014 дата публикации

QUICK DISCONNECT CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140261794A1
Автор: LaFountain Robert Lynn, Merrifield Gregory Curtis
Принадлежит: General Equipment and Manufacturing Company, Inc., d/b/a TopWorx, Inc.

A quick-disconnect connector assembly includes a housing having a bore that extends up to but not through a first end of the housing. The connector assembly also includes a proximity switch disposed within the bore, and the proximity switch includes a switch body, a first contact member, and a second contact member. A portion of each of the first and second contact members extends from the switch body towards a second end of the housing. In a first switch position, a contact of a displaceable switching assembly is in contact with the first contact member, and in a second switch position, the contact is in contact with the second contact member. The connector assembly also includes an external connection assembly including a first pin that is electrically coupled to the first contact member and a second pin that is electrically coupled to the second contact member. 1. A quick-disconnect connector assembly comprising:a housing that extends along a longitudinal axis from a first end to a longitudinally-opposite second end, the housing including one or more interior surfaces that cooperate to define a bore that extends from the second end to a point adjacent to the first end such that the bore does not extend through the first end of the housing, wherein the bore includes a first bore portion; a switch body extending along a body longitudinal axis, the switch body having a first end disposed adjacent to the first end of the housing and a longitudinally-opposite second end; and', 'a first contact member and a second contact member, each of the first and second contact members having a first end and a longitudinally-opposite second end, the second end being disposed within the switch body and the first end being disposed external to the switch body, wherein a portion of each of the first and second contact members extends from the second end of the switch body towards the second end of the housing,', 'wherein in a first switch position, a contact of a displaceable ...

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Номер записи: 67
06-06-2019 дата публикации

Direct Vent Dilution Air Connection System

Номер: US20190170351A1
Автор: Michael D. Smith
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A blower systems includes a blower housing, a gasket, and a clamp. The blower housing includes a dilution air inlet port having a tubular portion with an end margin having a plurality of flanges separated by slits enabling flexing of the plurality of flanges to resiliently move radially inwardly from an unflexed position. The gasket extends within the end margin of the dilution air inlet port. The air supply system includes an inlet portion, a combustion air portion, and a one-piece fitting having an inlet, dilution air outlet, and a combustion air outlet. The clamp is positioned radially about the plurality of flanges such that it can secure a source of dilution air within the dilution air inlet port.

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Номер записи: 68
18-09-2014 дата публикации

SWITCH-MODE POWER SUPPLY WITH A DUAL PRIMARY TRANSFORMER

Номер: US20140265582A1
Автор: Hyypio David Bruce
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A switch-mode power supply that includes a transformer coupled to an alternating current (AC) power source and a direct current (DC) power source, wherein the AC power source is electrically isolated from the DC power source. The switch-mode power supply further includes a first controller configured to regulate a first voltage output from the AC power source, and a second controller configured to regulate a second voltage output from the DC power source when the transformer is not receiving power from the AC output. 1. A switch-mode power supply comprising:a transformer coupled to an alternating current (AC) power source and a direct current (DC) power source, the AC power source being electrically isolated from the DC power source;a first controller configured to produce a main voltage output from the AC power source, the main voltage output being electrically isolated from the AC power source; anda second controller configured to regulate a main voltage output from the DC power source when the transformer is not receiving power from the AC output.2. The switch-mode power supply of claim 1 , wherein the second controller is further configured to produce a high voltage output from the DC power source when the transformer is not receiving power from the AC output claim 1 , the high voltage output being electrically isolated from the DC power source.3. The switch-mode power supply of claim 1 , wherein the DC power source is a battery that produces 12 or 24 volts.4. The switch-mode power supply of claim 3 , wherein the AC power source is a synchronous brushless generator that produces between 100-300 volts.5. The switch-mode power supply of claim 4 , further comprising a third controller configured to receive power from the battery such that the third controller can monitor system data and communicate the data to other equipment associated with the system even when the third controller is not receiving power from the AC power supply.6. The switch-mode power supply of ...

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Номер записи: 69
18-09-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MACHINE WITH LIQUID COOLING AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING

Номер: US20140265657A1
Автор: Raczek John Edward
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

In one aspect, a stator for use in a liquid cooled electric machine having a rotor is provided. The stator includes a stator body having a radially outer periphery and a radially inner periphery, and at least one first coolant passage extending radially through the stator body from the outer periphery to the inner periphery. The at least one first coolant passage facilitates providing a coolant to an air gap defined between the stator body and the rotor 1. A stator for use in a liquid cooled electric machine having a rotor , said stator comprising:a stator body having an outer periphery and an inner periphery; andat least one first coolant passage extending radially through said stator body from said outer periphery to said inner periphery, wherein said at least one first coolant passage facilitates providing a coolant to an air gap defined between said stator body and the rotor.2. The stator of claim 1 , further comprising at least one second coolant passage extending substantially annularly about said stator body claim 1 , and at least one third coolant passage extending radially through said stator body from said at least one second coolant passage to said inner periphery claim 1 , wherein said at least one third coolant passage is fluidly coupled to said at least one second coolant passage claim 1 , and said at least one second coolant passage is fluidly coupled to said at least one first coolant passage.3. The stator of claim 1 , wherein said stator body has a first end and a second end claim 1 , and wherein said at least one first coolant passage is oriented substantially at a midpoint between said first and second ends.4. The stator of claim 1 , wherein said at least one first coolant passage comprises a plurality of coolant passages extending radially through said stator body from said outer periphery to said inner periphery.5. A liquid cooled electric machine comprising:a housing;a shaft rotatably coupled to said housing;a rotor coupled to said shaft; anda ...

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Номер записи: 70
18-09-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MACHINE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

Номер: US20140265673A1
Автор: Conway William Joseph, Elliott Daniel Lee, Klopp Mark Lyon, Kreidler Jason Jon, Stauffer Zachary Joseph, Willis Harold Dean
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A member for cooperation with the stator of an electric machine and for mounting electrical connectors to the stator is provided. The member includes a body, a mounting feature and a receptacle. The mounting feature is operably associated with the body and is adapted for mounting the body onto the stator. The receptacle is operably associated with the body and is adapted for receiving at least a portion of one of the electrical connectors. 1. A member for cooperation with the stator of an electric machine and for mounting electrical connectors thereto , said member comprising:a body;a mounting feature operably associated with said body and adapted for mounting said body onto the stator, anda receptacle operably associated with said body and adapted for receiving at least a portion of one of the electrical connectors.2. A member in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said body comprises a hollow body having an inner periphery and an outer periphery.3. A member in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said body comprises indicia on a surface thereof to provide information for proper mounting of the electrical connectors thereto.4. A member in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said mounting feature comprises a protrusion for engaging the stator.5. A member in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said receptacle comprises a pocket6. A member in accordance with claim 5 , wherein said pocket has a generally rectangular shape.7. A member in accordance with :wherein the stator has a plurality of stator coils; andwherein said receptacle comprises a plurality of receptacles, each of said plurality of receptacles corresponding to one of said plurality of stator coils.8. A member in accordance with claim 1 , wherein at least one of said mounting feature and said receptacle is connected to said body.9. A member in accordance with claim 8 , wherein at least one of said mounting feature and said receptacle is integral with said body.10. A member in accordance with claim 1 , wherein at ...

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Номер записи: 71
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Electric machine and associated method

Номер: US20140265686A1
Автор: Harald Edmund Blaetner
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A bearing assembly cooperates with a bearing seat formed in a bearing housing and includes a bearing having an inner ring, an outer ring and a rolling element in engagement with the rings and an anti-rotation device. The anti-rotation device engages the outer ring to the bearing housing limiting rotation of the outer ring within the bearing seat. The anti-rotation device includes a first feature engaging the outer ring and a second feature engaging the bearing housing. The features limit the rotation of the outer ring within the bearing seat. The first feature has a resilient protrusion with a contact surface for engagement with the outer ring.

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Номер записи: 72
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Electrical machines and methods of assembling the same

Номер: US20140265738A1
Автор: Charles Richard Langford, Larry Gene Anderson, Wesley Kenneth Anderson
Принадлежит: Hub City Inc, Regal Beloit America Inc, Regal Beloit Australia PTY LTD

A motor having an axis of rotation is provided. The motor includes a housing, a first shaft coupled to the housing and a second shaft coupled to the first shaft. The motor further includes a stator coupled to the housing and comprising an outer circumferential surface and an inner circumferential surface, wherein the inner circumferential surface defines a stator bore around the axis of rotation. A gearbox is coupled to the first shaft and to the second shaft and positioned within the stator bore. The motor includes a rotor coupled to the first shaft and adjacent the stator.

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Номер записи: 73
18-09-2014 дата публикации

GROUNDING DEVICE FOR ELECTRIC MACHINE AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20140265746A1
Автор: Muehlbauer Gerald R.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

In one aspect, a grounding device for an electric machine having a rotatable shaft is provided. The grounding device includes a wire core having a first end and a second end, and a plurality of conductive fibers coupled to the wire core and extending therefrom. The wire core is configured to couple to the electric machine with at least a portion of the plurality of conductive fibers contacting the shaft such that an electrostatic charge on the shaft is directed through the grounding device to ground. 1. A grounding device for an electric machine having a rotatable shaft , said grounding device comprising:a wire core having a first end and a second end; anda plurality of conductive fibers coupled to said wire core and extending therefrom, wherein said wire core is configured to couple to the electric machine with at least a portion of said plurality of conductive fibers contacting the shaft such that an electrostatic charge on the shaft is directed through said grounding device to ground.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein said plurality of conductive fibers are substantially spirally wound on said wire core.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said plurality of conductive fibers are at least one of acrylic fibers claim 1 , copper fibers claim 1 , and carbon fibers.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein said plurality of fibers comprise a conductive copper coating.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a connection member coupled to said wire core first end claim 1 , a clamp member coupled to said wire core between said first and second ends claim 1 , and a fastener configured to couple said connection member and said clamp member to the electric machine.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein said wire core includes a loop portion configured to extend about the shaft such that at least a portion of said plurality of conductive fibers contact the shaft.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein said wire core is flexible.8. The device of claim 6 , wherein a size of said loop ...

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Номер записи: 74
18-09-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRICAL MACHINES AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20140265748A1
Автор: Clendenen David Allen, Kingrey Harold Clifton, Lytle Peter B., Marks Michael A., Richardville Steven P.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A housing for enclosing electronics of a motor having an axis of rotation is provided. The housing includes an end cap having an outer surface and an inner surface. A control board is coupled to the inner surface, wherein the printed circuit board includes a first side, a second side and an edge located between the first side and the second side. The housing further includes a first circuit coupled to the first side which includes a plurality of first electrical components. Each first electrical component includes a tab extending beyond the edge. A second circuit is coupled to the second side and a fastener assembly is coupled to the tab and the inner surface. 1. A housing for enclosing electronics of a motor having an axis of rotation , said housing comprising:an end cap comprising an outer surface and an inner surface;a control board coupled to said inner surface and comprising a first side, a second side and an edge located between said first side and said second side;a first circuit coupled to said first side and comprising a plurality of first electrical components, each first electrical component comprising a tab extending beyond said edge;a second circuit coupled to said second side; anda fastener assembly coupled to said tab and said inner surface.2. The housing of claim 1 , further comprising a thermal pad coupled to said plurality of first electrical components and said inner surface.3. The housing of claim 1 , wherein said edge comprises an arcuate portion claim 1 , a first straight portion claim 1 , a second straight portion and a third straight portion.4. The housing of claim 3 , wherein said edge comprises a first end coupled to said first straight portion and a second end coupled to said second straight portion.5. The housing of claim 1 , wherein said fastener assembly comprises a clamp bar coupled to said tab and said inner surface.6. The housing of claim 5 , wherein said plurality of first electrical components comprises a pair of first electrical ...

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Номер записи: 75
02-07-2015 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGAL BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20150184662A1
Автор: Fisher David A.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A blower assembly includes a motor including a rotational axis and a housing coupled to the motor. The housing includes an outlet portion configured to discharge an outlet airflow from the housing in a first direction that is substantially perpendicular to the rotational axis. The blower assembly also includes a transition piece coupled to the housing proximate the outlet portion. The transition piece includes a body portion that is configured to direct the outlet airflow in a second direction that is substantially parallel to the rotational axis 1. A blower assembly comprising:a motor comprising a rotational axis;a housing coupled to said motor, said housing comprising an outlet portion, wherein said outlet portion is configured to discharge an outlet airflow from said housing in a first direction that is substantially perpendicular to said rotational axis; anda transition piece coupled to said housing proximate said outlet portion, wherein said transition piece comprises a body portion that is configured to direct the outlet airflow in a second direction that is substantially parallel to said rotational axis.2. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said transition piece comprises an aperture formed in said body portion claim 1 , said aperture configured to receive at least a portion of said outlet portion therethrough such that the outlet airflow is discharged from said outlet portion into said transition piece.3. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 2 , wherein said body portion is substantially cylindrical and includes a first end and an opposing second end claim 2 , and wherein said aperture extends from said first end toward said second end.4. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said outlet portion includes an outlet edge claim 1 , and wherein said aperture comprises a shape that is complementary to a shape of said outlet edge.5. The blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said transition piece ...

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Номер записи: 76
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20140265956A1
Автор: Chretien Ludovic Andre
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A system and method of controlling an electric motor using a motor controller are provided. The system includes an electric motor controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor and to control the electric motor to produce approximately constant average torque. The controller includes a rectifier configured to convert an AC input voltage to a pulsing DC voltage, a DC link electrically coupled to the rectifier, an inverter electrically coupled to the DC link and configured to generate a three phase AC voltage to drive the electric motor, and a controller configured to receive a measurement of a motor current value for the motor, estimate a torque generated in the electric motor using the measurement of the instantaneous motor current value, and generate a real-time current demand signal using the estimated torque value, the real-time current demand signal compensating the motor controller to produce a substantially constant average motor output torque. 1. An electric motor drive controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor , said drive controller configured to control the electric motor to produce approximately constant average torque , said drive controller comprising:a rectifier configured to convert an AC input voltage to a pulsing DC voltage;a DC link electrically coupled to the rectifier;an inverter electrically coupled to the DC link and configured to generate a three phase AC voltage to drive the electric motor; and receive a measurement of an instantaneous motor current value for the motor;', 'estimate a torque generated in the electric motor using the received measurement of the instantaneous motor current value; and', 'generate a real-time current demand signal using the estimated torque value, the real-time current demand signal compensating the motor controller to produce a substantially constant average motor output torque., 'a controller configured to2. The electric motor drive controller of claim 1 , further comprising a torque ...

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Номер записи: 77
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR STARTING AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20140265974A1
Автор: Beifus Brian L., Chretien Ludovic Andre
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

Methods and systems for starting an electric motor using a motor controller including a processor are provided. The method includes determining if the electric motor is operating, increasing a failed start counter if the electric motor is determined not to be operating, determining a reverse rotation by comparing a failed start counter to a predetermined threshold, and applying a reverse rotation start routine to the electric motor when a reverse rotation is determined. 1. A method for starting an electric motor using a motor controller including a processor , said method comprising:determining if the electric motor is operating;increasing a failed start counter if the electric motor is determined not to be operating;determining a reverse rotation by comparing the failed start counter to a predetermined threshold; andapplying a reverse rotation start routine to the electric motor when the reverse rotation is determined.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein applying a reverse rotation start routine includes braking rotation of the electric motor.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein applying a reverse rotation start routine includes increasing at least one of a torque and an acceleration of a normal motor start routine.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein applying a reverse rotation start routine includes braking rotation of the electric motor and increasing at least one of a torque and an acceleration of a last known start routine.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising resetting the failed start counter if the motor is determined to be operating.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising initiating a normal motor start routine before determining if the electric motor is operating.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein determining if the electric motor is operating includes waiting a pre-determined time after initiating a normal motor start routine before determining if the electric motor is operating.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising initiating a normal ...

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Номер записи: 78
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING A MOTOR

Номер: US20140265981A1
Автор: Stout Bryan J., Sullivan Gregory P.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A control system for controlling a motor having a stator and a rotor coupled to the stator is provided. The control system includes a plurality of input taps and an input coupled to the plurality of input taps. The input is configured to transmit an input voltage to at least one input tap of the plurality of input taps. The control system also includes a microcontroller coupled to the input. The microcontroller is programmed to determine the at least one input tap of the plurality of input taps that is asserted by the input voltage; access from a memory a predetermined input condition; detect an invalid operating input condition of the motor based on a comparison of the predetermined input condition and the at least one input tap of the plurality of input taps that is asserted by the input; and perform a function to change an operating characteristic of the motor. 1. A control system for controlling a motor having a stator and a rotor coupled to the stator , said control system comprising:a plurality of input taps;an input coupled to the plurality of input taps and configured to transmit an input voltage to at least one input tap of said plurality of input taps; and determine said at least one input tap of the plurality of input taps that is asserted by the input voltage;', 'access from a memory a predetermined input condition;', 'detect an invalid operating input condition of the motor based on a comparison of said predetermined input condition and said at least one input tap of said plurality of input taps that is asserted by said input; and', 'perform a function to change an operating characteristic of the motor based on said invalid operating input., 'a microcontroller coupled to said input, said microcontroller comprising a processor programmed to2. The control system of claim 1 , wherein said processor is further programmed to output a signal corresponding to a valid operating input.3. The control system of claim 2 , wherein said processor is further ...

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Номер записи: 79
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Systems and methods for controlling electric motors

Номер: US20140265985A1
Автор: Gregory P. Sullivan, Guy Bonner, Jr., Harry Robert Wilson, Scott A. Coonrod
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

An electronic control module is provided. The electronic control module includes an input device, and a processor coupled to the input device. The processor is configured to generate a command signal in response to an input supplied by the input device, and transmit the command signal to a plurality of motors, wherein the command signal controls an operating point of each of the plurality of motors.

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Номер записи: 80
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR INDUCTIVE ENERGY MANAGEMENT

Номер: US20140265987A1
Автор: Becerra Roger C., Chretien Ludovic Andre
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor. The controller including a processor programmed to receive a signal indicating a stopping command of the electric motor, and control a current such that a capacitor coupled to the electric motor is not overcharged by regenerative energy when a stopping of the electric motor has commenced, wherein controlling the current includes one of the following: upon receiving the signal indicating the stopping command of the electric motor, ramping the current down below a threshold level, or upon receiving the signal indicating the stopping command of the electric motor, forcing the current to circulate in motor windings to prevent regeneration of energy in the capacitor. 1. A controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor , the controller comprising a processor programmed to:receive a signal indicating a stopping command of the electric motor; and upon receiving the signal indicating the stopping command of the electric motor, ramping the current down below a threshold level; or', 'upon receiving the signal indicating the stopping command of the electric motor, forcing the current to circulate in motor windings to prevent regeneration of energy in the capacitor., 'control a current such that a capacitor coupled to the electric motor is not overcharged by regenerative energy when a stopping of the electric motor has commenced, wherein controlling the current comprises one of the following2. A controller in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the capacitor has a capacitance below 10 μF/kW.3. A controller in accordance with claim 1 , wherein a current below the threshold level enables the regenerated voltage to be below a maximum voltage rating of the capacitor.4. A controller in accordance with claim 3 , wherein ramping the current down below a threshold level comprises:receiving an amplitude of the current;determining the threshold level;comparing the amplitude of the current with a maximum level of current ...

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Номер записи: 81
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROGRAMMING AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20140265989A1
Автор: Becerra Roger Carlos, Chretien Ludovic Andre, Young Glen Chester
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

Methods and systems for programming an electric motor are provided. An electric motor controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor is configured to control the electric motor to produce torque when direct current (DC) link voltage has up to 100% voltage ripple. The controller includes a first power input, a second power input, and a third power input, an energized line detection device, and a microprocessor. Each power input is configured to receive power from an alternating current (AC) power source. The energized line detection device is configured to sense which power input has received power from the AC power source and output an isolated signal. The microprocessor is coupled downstream from the energized line detection device and is configured to determine an operating profile for the electric motor based on the isolated signal. 1. An electric motor controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor , said controller configured to control the electric motor to produce torque when direct current (DC) link voltage has up to 100% voltage ripple; said controller comprising:a first power input, a second power input, and a third power input, each of said first, second, and third power inputs configured to receive power from an alternating current (AC) power source;an energized line detection device configured to sense which one of said first, second, and third power inputs has received power from the AC power source and output an isolated signal; anda microprocessor coupled downstream from said energized line detection device and configured to determine an operating profile for the electric motor based on the isolated signal.2. A controller in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said energized line detection device comprises a current transformer that includes a primary winding and a secondary winding claim 1 , each of said first claim 1 , second and third power inputs is coupled to a respective turn of said primary winding.3. A controller in ...

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Номер записи: 82
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING AN ELECTRIC MOTOR

Номер: US20140265990A1
Автор: Beifus Brian L., Chretien Ludovic Andre, Golm, JR. Norman C., Koller Michael R., Sullivan Gregory P.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A system and a method of automatically determining an electric motor type are provided. An electric motor drive controller is configured to be coupled to an electric motor and to determine running parameters of the drive controller for the electric motor. The drive controller includes a memory device, a processor communicatively coupled to the memory device and to a user interface wherein the processor is configured to execute instructions stored on the memory device that cause the processor to automatically measure electrical characteristics of the electric motor, identify the electric motor using the measured electrical characteristics, load pre defined running parameters selected based on the identification into the memory device, and control an operation of the electric motor using the controller and the loaded running parameters. 1. An electric motor drive controller configured to be coupled to an electric motor , said drive controller configured to determine running parameters of the drive controller for the electric motor , said drive controller comprising:a memory device; automatically measure electrical characteristics of the electric motor;', 'identify the electric motor using the measured electrical characteristics;', 'load running parameters selected based on the identification into the memory device; and', 'control an operation of the electric motor using the controller and the loaded running parameters., 'a processor communicatively coupled to said memory device, said processor configured to execute instructions stored on the memory device cause the processor to2. The drive controller of claim 1 , further comprising one or more instruction modules programmed with instructions claim 1 , the instructions are configured to at least one of:detect load oscillations of the electric motor using a lock-phase algorithm that monitors a ratio of motor current and applied voltage and oscillations, anddetermine a saturation point of the motor using an adaptive ...

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Номер записи: 83
08-07-2021 дата публикации

Control system for electric fluid moving apparatus

Номер: US20210207612A1
Автор: Bin Yang, Brian L. Beifus, Roger C. Becerra
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A control system is provided for an electric motor configured to drive a fluid moving apparatus to generate a fluid-flow. The control system includes a drive circuit configured to regulate power supplied to a stator of the motor to turn a rotor and generate the fluid-flow, and a processor that computes a value proportional to at least one of a system resistance or a static pressure for the fluid moving apparatus based on a fixed set point for a first control parameter and a feedback parameter. The processor receives a fluid-flow rate demand and computes an operating set point for a second control parameter based on the fluid-flow rate demand and the value proportional to the system resistance or the static pressure. The processor controls the drive circuit based on the operating set point to supply power to the motor and operate the fluid moving apparatus to generate the fluid-flow.

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Номер записи: 84
18-09-2014 дата публикации

ELECTRIC MACHINE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

Номер: US20140270615A1
Автор: Fisher Lynn Edwin, Marks Michael Allen
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A bearing assembly cooperates with a bearing seat formed in a bearing housing and includes a bearing having an inner ring, an outer ring and a rolling element in engagement with the rings and an anti-rotation device. The anti-rotation device engages the outer ring to the bearing housing limiting rotation of the outer ring within the bearing seat. The anti-rotation device includes a first feature engaging the outer ring and a second feature engaging the bearing housing. The features limit the rotation of the outer ring within the bearing seat. The first feature has an internal surface for engagement the outer ring and the second feature includes an engagement surface for engaging a protrusion extending from the bearing housing. 1. A bearing assembly for use in an electric machine , said assembly for cooperation with a bearing seat formed in a bearing housing , said assembly comprising:a bearing, said bearing including an inner ring, an outer ring and a rolling element in engagement with said inner ring and said outer ring; andan anti-rotation device, said anti-rotation device adapted for engagement with the outer ring of said bearing and with the bearing housing to limit the rotation of the outer ring of said bearing within the bearing seat formed in the bearing housing, said anti-rotation device including a first feature for engagement with the outer ring of said bearing and a second feature for engagement with the bearing housing, said first feature and said second feature adapted to limit the rotation of the outer ring of said bearing within the bearing seat formed in the bearing housing, said first feature including an internal surface for engagement with said outer ring of said bearing and said second feature including an engagement surface for engagement with a protrusion extending from the bearing housing.2. An assembly in accordance with claim 1 , where the internal surface of said anti-rotation device has an interference fit with said outer ring of said ...

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Номер записи: 85
18-09-2014 дата публикации

CENTRIFUGAL BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING THE SAME

Номер: US20140271133A1
Автор: Cocks Rachele Barbara
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A centrifugal blower assembly comprises a scroll wall and a pair of opposing sidewalls. The scroll wall is positioned between the pair of opposing sidewalls such that the scroll wall and opposing sidewalls together define a blower chamber and a blower outlet. A baffle element is positioned within the blower chamber and adjacent the blower outlet such that the baffle element is configured to facilitate uniform distribution of airflow downstream of the blower assembly. An air stream splitter is coupled to the scroll wall. The air stream splitter includes a spline member extending a varying distance from the scroll wall. The air stream splitter is positioned within the blower chamber to facilitate uniform airflow distribution within the blower assembly. 1. A centrifugal blower assembly comprising:a scroll wall and a pair of opposing sidewalls, said scroll wall positioned between said pair of opposing sidewalls such that said scroll wall and said pair of opposing sidewalls define a blower chamber and a blower outlet;a baffle element positioned within said blower chamber adjacent the blower outlet; andan air stream splitter coupled to said scroll wall, said air stream splitter comprising a spline member extending a varying distance from said scroll wall, wherein said air stream splitter is positioned to facilitate uniform airflow distribution within said blower assembly.2. The centrifugal blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said air stream splitter extends approximately one quarter of the way along a circumference of the blower assembly.3. The centrifugal blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said air stream splitter is integrally formed with said scroll wall.4. The centrifugal blower assembly in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said spline member comprises a pair of opposing ends claim 1 , and wherein said spline member is crescent-shaped such that said pair of opposing ends gradually slope toward the scroll wall.5. The centrifugal ...

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Номер записи: 86
18-09-2014 дата публикации

Enclosed Bus Bar Fuse Holder

Номер: US20140273640A1
Автор: Brakefield Timothy Vincent, Brown Joseph, Hemp James
Принадлежит: Marathon Special Products n/k/a Regal Beloit America, Inc., a subsidiary of Regal -Beloit Corpo

There is provided a bus bar fuse holder configured to receive a fuse link and couple each end of the fuse link to a line conductor and a load conductor within the holder. The bus bar holder includes a housing that defines a space in the housing proximate one of a line terminal and load terminal. A clamp unit is configured to receive a portion of a bus bar with the lineup clamp unit disposed in the space defined in the housing. The space configured in the housing also encloses a substantial portion of the bus bar within the housing in a space defined between U-shaped members of the clamp unit. 1. A bus bar fuse holder , the holder configured to receive a fuse link and couple each end of the fuse link to a line conductor and a load conductor within the holder , the bus bar fuse holder comprising:a housing;a receptacle in the housing configured to receive the fuse link, with the receptacle configured to rotate the fuse link into mechanical and electrical contact with the line conductor and load conductor;a line terminal in electrical communication with the line conductor;a load terminal in electrical communication with the load conductor; anda clamp unit configured to receive a portion of a bus bar, with the clamp unit disposed in a space defined in the housing proximate one of the line terminal and load terminal and in electrical communication with one of the line conductor and load conductor, with the space configured to enclose the portion of the bus bar within the housing.2. The bus bar fuse holder of claim 1 , further comprising the clamp unit configured in a U-shape claim 1 , including two spaced apart U-shaped members which define a space between the U-shaped members and define a space between each leg of each member.3. The bus bar fuse holder of claim 2 , further comprising the clamp unit configured with one leg of each U-shape member defining a plurality of protrusions extending into the space between the legs of the clamp unit.4. The bus bar fuse holder of ...

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Номер записи: 87
18-09-2014 дата публикации

SCHEDULE ADVANCE FOR PUMP MOTOR CONTROLLER

Номер: US20140277774A1
Автор: McKinzie Marc C.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

Methods and systems of controlling the operation of a pump according to a pump operation schedule are described. In one constructions, a pump controller enters a programming mode and monitors a number of inputs received through a user interface while in the programming mode. The programming mode is then exited and a delay time is defined equal to one hour for each input received through the user interface while in the programming mode. A stored pump operation schedule is accessed and operation of the pump is initiated according to the pump operation schedule after a period of time equal to the delay time has elapsed since exiting the programming mode. Operation of the pump is again initiated according to the accessed pump operation schedule every twenty-four hours since the pump operation schedule was last initiated. 1. A method of controlling the operation of a pump , the method comprising:entering a programming mode;monitoring a number of inputs received through a user interface while in the programming mode;defining a delay time based on the monitored number of inputs;accessing a stored pump operation schedule;initiating operation of the pump according to the accessed pump operation schedule based on the defined delay time; andinitiating operation of the pump according to the accessed pump operation schedule after a defined schedule repeat period has elapsed since the pump operation schedule was last initiated.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the act of defining a delay time based on the monitored number of inputs includes defining the delay time as equal to one hour for each input received through the user interface while in the programming mode.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the act of initiating operation of the pump according to the accessed pump operation schedule based on the defined delay time includes initiating the operation of the pump according to the accessed pump operation schedule after a period of time equal to the delay time has elapsed ...

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Номер записи: 88
18-09-2014 дата публикации

USER-INTERFACE FOR PUMP SYSTEM

Номер: US20140277775A1
Автор: McKinzie Marc C.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A pump system including a motor, a user-interface, and a controller. The user-interface having a single bar graph comprised of light-emitting diodes to provide visual feedback to an operator. The bar graph is used for programming purposes and for providing a motor speed and run duration status to the operator. 1. A method of receiving operator instruction for controlling a pump system , the pump system including a pump housing , a motor connected to the pump housing , and a user-interface including a plurality of indicators , a speed indicator , a duration indicator , a positive input , a negative input , and a stage input , the method comprising:receiving a first input from the stage input;activating the speed indicator;receiving a stage speed input from at least one of the positive input and the negative input, the stage speed input representing a selected stage speed;activating at least one of the plurality of indicators indicating the selected stage speed;receiving a second input from the stage input;activating the duration indicator;receiving a stage duration input from at least one of the positive input and the negative input, the stage duration input representing a selected stage duration;activating at least one of the plurality of lights indicating the selected stage duration; andoperating the motor at the selected stage speed for the selected stage duration.2. The method of claim 1 , further includingreceiving a third input from the stage input;activating the speed indicator;receiving a second stage speed input from at least one of the positive input and the negative input, the second stage speed input representing a second selected stage speed;activating at least one of the plurality of indicators indicating the second selected stage speed;receiving a fourth input from the stage input;activating the duration indicator;receiving a second stage duration input from at least one of the positive input and the negative input, the second stage duration input ...

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Номер записи: 89
20-06-2019 дата публикации

Electrical machine and methods of assembling the same

Номер: US20190190355A1
Автор: Jason Jon Kreidler, Rafal Pawel Rohoza
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A fluid circulating assembly having a rotation axis is provided. The fluid circulating assembly includes a fan impeller including an inlet ring and a rear plate that together define a central fan chamber. The fluid circulating assembly also includes an electrical machine having a rotor assembly, a stator assembly, and at least one bearing assembly. The rotor assembly is coupled to the rear plate such that the electrical machine is located entirely outside the central fan chamber. The rotor assembly includes a hub portion having a radially inner wall that at least partially defines a central opening extending entirely through the electrical machine and oriented about the rotation axis such that the central opening does not include a shaft extending therethrough.

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Номер записи: 90
23-07-2015 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TRANSIENT VOLTAGE PROTECTION

Номер: US20150207449A1
Автор: Becerra Roger Carlos, Chretien Ludovic Andre, Clendenen David Allen, Da Yao, Li Ming, Richardville Steven P., Young Glen Chester
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

Protection of an electric motor drive controller from a transient voltage is described herein. The transient voltage is provided by an alternating current (AC) power line that includes a line conductor, a neutral conductor, and a ground conductor. The transient voltage protection system includes a first stage protection device coupled to an input of a rectifier of the motor drive controller. The first stage protection device is configured to suppress the transient voltage to prevent damage to the motor drive controller. The transient voltage protection system also includes a second stage protection device coupled between the rectifier and an inverter of the motor drive controller. The second stage protection device is configured to further suppress the transient voltage to prevent damage to the inverter. 1. A transient voltage protection system for conditioning power provided by an alternating current (AC) power line to an electric motor drive controller , the power line including a line conductor , a neutral conductor , and a ground conductor , said transient voltage protection system comprising:a first stage protection device coupled to an input of a rectifier of the motor drive controller, said first stage protection device configured to suppress a transient voltage input into the electric motor drive controller by the power line to prevent damage to the motor drive controller; anda second stage protection device coupled between the rectifier and an inverter of the motor drive controller, said second stage protection device configured to further suppress the transient voltage to prevent damage to the inverter.2. A system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said first stage protection device comprises:a voltage clamping device; anda gas discharge tube coupled in series to an output of said voltage clamping device.3. A system in accordance with claim 2 , wherein said voltage clamping device comprises one of a metal oxide varistor claim 2 , a Zener diode claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 91
04-08-2016 дата публикации

Electrostatic blower and methods of assembling the same

Номер: US20160221001A1
Автор: William Stuart Gatley, Jr.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

An electrostatic blower for moving a flue gas is provided. The electrostatic blower includes a power source and a housing coupled to the power source. The housing includes an inlet end and a discharge end. A corona discharge device is coupled to the power source and to the housing. The corona discharge device is configured to ionize the flue gas. The electro-static blower includes a collector device coupled to the housing at a position downstream from said corona discharge device with respect to a flow of the flue gas within said housing. The collector is configured to attract the ionized flue gas from the corona discharge device.

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Номер записи: 92
16-10-2014 дата публикации

Manual valve operator with override clutch apparatus

Номер: US20140306133A9
Автор: Domenico Liccardi
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A manual valve operator with override clutch apparatus is disclosed for selectively actuating a valve. The apparatus includes an operator housing defining an enclosure. An input shaft is rotatably supported by the housing and a worm wheel has a first and a second side, the second side of the worm wheel defining a clutch drive. The worm wheel is disposed within the housing and intermeshes with the input shaft such that when the input shaft is driven, the input shaft drives the worm wheel and the clutch drive about a rotational axis. A sleeve has an outer surface which defines an annular groove. The sleeve has a driven end and an output end. The driven end of the sleeve cooperates with the clutch drive of the worm wheel for selective engagement of the clutch drive and the driven end of the sleeve. A clutch actuating handle is rotatably supported by the housing. The clutch actuating handle has a first and a second end. The second end of the clutch actuating handle defines an offset clutch driver which slidably cooperates with the annular groove of the sleeve. The arrangement is such that when the handle is rotated relative to the housing, the offset clutch driver rides within the annular groove for urging the sleeve axially along the rotational axis so that in a first axial disposition of the sleeve, the clutch drive of the worm wheel and the driven end of the sleeve are engaged relative to each other so that the sleeve is rotated by the worm wheel about the rotational axis. However, when the sleeve is disposed in a second axial disposition thereof, the driven end of the sleeve is disengaged relative to the clutch drive of the worm wheel. A driven shaft has a first and a second end, the second end of the driven shaft being connected to the valve. The driven shaft extends coaxially through the sleeve, the driven shaft being keyed to the sleeve such that relative rotation between the sleeve and the driven shaft is inhibited while axial movement of the sleeve relative to ...

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Номер записи: 93
13-08-2015 дата публикации

Energy Recovery Apparatus For Use In A Refrigeration System

Номер: US20150226466A1
Автор: Cupps Jay M., Post Steven W.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

An energy recovery apparatus, for use in a refrigeration system, comprises a first nozzle, a second nozzle, a turbine, a discharge port, and a housing. The first nozzle comprises a first passageway which is adapted to constitute a portion of a refrigerant flow path when the refrigeration system is operated in a first mode. The second nozzle comprises a second conduit which is adapted to constitute a portion of the flow path when the refrigeration system is operated in a second mode. The turbine is positioned to be driven by refrigerant discharged from either or both of the first and second passageways. The discharge port is adapted to permit refrigerant to flow out of the energy recovery apparatus. The discharge port of the energy recovery apparatus is downstream of the turbine. The turbine is within the housing. 1. An energy recovery apparatus for use in a refrigeration system , the refrigeration system comprising an evaporator , a compressor and a condenser , the refrigeration system being configured to circulate refrigerant along a flow path such that the refrigerant flows from the evaporator to the compressor , and from the compressor to the condenser , and from the condenser to the evaporator , the energy recovery apparatus being adapted and configured to be in the flow path operatively between the condenser and the evaporator , the energy recovery apparatus comprising:a first nozzle comprising a first conduit region defining a first passageway, the first passageway having a discharge end, the first passageway being adapted to constitute a portion of the flow path when the refrigeration system is operated in a first mode, the first nozzle being adapted and configured such that refrigerant is expanded as it passes through the first nozzle and is discharged from the discharge end of the first passageway in a liquid-vapor state with a liquid component and a vapor component;a second nozzle comprising a second conduit region defining a second passageway, the second ...

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Номер записи: 94
04-08-2016 дата публикации

Methods and systems for programming an electric machine

Номер: US20160223999A1
Автор: Norman C. Golm, Jr., Wei Song
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc

A system and method of programming first and second electric motor controllers are described. The system includes a first electric motor having a first electric motor controller, a first programming module configured to be removably coupled to the first electric motor controller, a second electric motor having a second electric motor controller, a second programming module configured to be removably coupled to the second electric motor controller, and a remote host computer device communicatively coupled to the first programming module and to the second programming module. The remote host computer device is configured to simultaneously transmit a first programming signal to the first motor controller via the first programming module and a second programming signal to the second motor controller via the second programming module.

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Номер записи: 95
02-08-2018 дата публикации

Modular stator for axial flux electric machines and methods of assembling the same

Номер: US20180219437A1
Автор: Greg HEINS, Hani CHAHINE, Mark Thiele, Matthew J. TURNER
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America Inc, Regal Beloit Australia PTY LTD

A stator module pack for an axial flux electric machine is provided. The stator module pack includes a housing for attachment to a stator base and a plurality of stator modules attached to the housing. Each stator module includes a core having at least one winding disposed thereon. A plurality of stator module packs is coupled to a stator base to form a stator of the axial flux electric machine.

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Номер записи: 96
09-08-2018 дата публикации

Adjustable orthotic foot brace and method for adjusting a foot brace

Номер: US20180221187A1
Автор: Stephane Savard
Принадлежит: ORTHESES TURBOMED Inc / TURBOMED ORTHOTICS Inc

The orthotic foot brace for a person wearing a footwear generally has: a lower leg holder securable to a lower leg of the person for use, a lower leg strut connected to the lower leg holder and extending downwardly towards the footwear during use; a foot strut structurally connected to the lower leg strut and having at least one side portion, each side portion extending forwardly along a respective side of the footwear and extending outwardly along a respective side of the footwear; an instep strut provided in the form of an extension of the foot strut along a long axis of the footwear, the instep strut having a distal portion securable to the footwear, and at least a proximal portion being slidably connected to the foot strut in a manner to allow adjusting the extension distance of the distal portion to a selected position.

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Номер записи: 97
27-08-2015 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR IDENTIFYING A REPLACEMENT MOTOR

Номер: US20150242923A1
Автор: Kreidler Jason Jon, Varano Stephen Paul
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A client computing device comprising an indicia sensor and a processor coupled to the indicia sensor is described. The processor is configured to receive identification data for an original motor through the indicia sensor, identify a replacement motor based at least in part on the identification data, and identify a local seller of the replacement motor based at least in part on a first location associated with the client computing device and a second location associated with the local seller. 1. A client computing device comprising:an indicia sensor; and receive identification data for an original motor through said indicia sensor;', 'query a database to determine a first set of technical specifications stored in association with the identification data for the original motor;', 'compare the first set of technical specifications of the original motor to a second set of technical specifications stored in the database in association with at least a second motor;', 'determine that the first set of technical specifications correspond with the second set of technical specifications;', 'identify the second motor as a replacement motor based at least in part on the identification data and the determination that the first set of technical specifications correspond with the second set of technical specifications; and', 'identify a local seller of the replacement motor based at least in part on a first location associated with said client computing device and a second location associated with the local seller., 'a processor coupled to said indicia sensor, said processor configured to2. The client computing device of claim 1 , wherein said processor is further configured to:obtain an image of indicia on the original motor; andperform optical character recognition on the obtained image.3. The client computing device of claim 1 , wherein said processor is further configured to compare the first set of technical specifications with the second set of technical specifications by ...

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Номер записи: 98
03-09-2015 дата публикации

Acoustic Shunt and Method of Attenuating Noise Generated in a Heater Venting System

Номер: US20150247507A1
Автор: Miers Marshall H.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A heater venting system comprises an exhaust blower, an exhaust pipe, and an acoustic shunt. An exhaust passageway of the exhaust pipe is in fluid communication with the blower discharge. The acoustic shunt includes a pipe section having a shunt chamber of a shunt chamber length. The shunt is coupled to the exhaust pipe such that the shunt chamber is in fluid communication with the exhaust passageway such that the shunt chamber extends generally laterally from the exhaust passageway. The shunt chamber length is sized to attenuate the noise of the heater venting system. 1. A method of attenuating noise generated in a heater venting system , the heater venting system comprising an exhaust blower and an exhaust pipe , the exhaust pipe at least in part defining an exhaust passageway , the method comprising:integrating a shunt in the heater venting system, the shunt including a pipe section having a shunt chamber, the shunt chamber having an open end, a closed end, and a shunt chamber length extending from the open end to the closed end, the shunt being coupled to the exhaust pipe such that the shunt chamber is in fluid communication with the exhaust passageway via the open end of the shunt chamber and such that the shunt chamber extends generally laterally from the exhaust passageway,manually adjusting the shunt to a shunt chamber length that attenuates noise within the heater venting system;the shunt being adapted such that the shunt chamber length remains unchanged until a user manually changes the shunt chamber length.2. A method as set forth in wherein the noise includes an objectionable tone claim 1 , and wherein the step of manually adjusting the shunt comprises manually adjusting the shunt to a shunt chamber length which attenuates the objectionable tone by at least ten decibels.3. A method as set forth in wherein the shunt is adjusted such that the shunt chamber length is nλ/4±0.1(λ/4) claim 2 , where n is any odd integer and λ is the wavelength of the ...

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Номер записи: 99
03-09-2015 дата публикации

Blower Housing Having Integral Exhaust Blower Discharge Drain Section

Номер: US20150247508A1
Автор: Lyons Leslie A.
Принадлежит: Regal Beloit America, Inc.

A blower housing comprises first and second blower housing pieces for surrounding a blower fan. The first blower housing piece comprises a blower discharge section comprising an inner tubular portion, an outer tubular portion, and a drain hole. The inner tubular portion defines a blower discharge passage. The inner and outer tubular portions define an exhaust pipe cavity adapted to receive an end margin of an exhaust pipe. The tubular portions are adapted to enable condensate water that forms on the inner surface of the exhaust pipe to flow into the exhaust pipe cavity. The drain hole extends through the outer tubular portion. The drain hole is configured to enable condensate water flowing into the exhaust pipe cavity to drain from the blower housing. The first blower housing piece is a molded one-piece member. 1. A blower housing comprising a first blower housing piece and a second blower housing piece , the first and second blower housing pieces being adapted and configured to be connected to one another in a manner to collectively surround a blower fan , the first blower housing piece comprising a blower discharge section adapted to be coupled to an exhaust pipe , the blower discharge section comprising:an inner tubular portion and an outer tubular portion, the inner tubular portion having an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface of the inner tubular portion defining a blower discharge passage, the outer tubular portion surrounding the inner tubular portion, the outer tubular portion having an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface of the outer tubular portion and the outer surface of the inner tubular portion being spaced sufficiently apart to define an exhaust pipe cavity, the exhaust pipe cavity being adapted to receive an end margin of the exhaust pipe to enable the end margin of the exhaust pipe to be positioned between the inner tubular portion and the outer tubular portion, the inner tubular portion and the outer tubular ...

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Номер записи: 100