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15-03-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus for Filling Containers According to Weight

Номер: US20120060973A1
Автор: Andreas Jaeger, Ralf Scherer, Werner Schlachter
Принадлежит: Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik GmbH

The invention relates to an apparatus for the weight-dependent filling of containers, especially bottles ( 3 ), which comprise a tubular neck section ( 7 ) and which consists of a fill nozzle ( 8 ), a weighing device ( 5 ) and a holding element ( 6 ) for holding the container ( 3 ) under the fill nozzle ( 8 ). In that regard the weighing device ( 5 ) includes a force uptake element ( 14 ), a force introduction element ( 15 ) and a deformation body ( 17, 18 ) that is arranged therebetween and that is provided with strain gages ( 24 ) applied thereon. In that regard, the force uptake element ( 14 ) is secured on a machine frame ( 2 ) and the holding element ( 6 ) is secured on the force introduction element ( 15 ). The invention is characterized in that the force uptake element ( 14 ) is embodied as an outwardly lying ring element ( 14 ) and the force introduction element is embodied as a coaxially inwardly lying ring element ( 15 ), between which at least one radially spring-elastic connecting web ( 17, 18 ) is arranged as the deformation body. In that regard, the holding element ( 6 ) is secured on the inwardly lying ring element ( 15 ) therebelow.

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Номер записи: 1
29-03-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus for Continuous Weight Monitoring of Beehives

Номер: US20120077413A1
Автор: Stephen Engel
Принадлежит: Individual

An apparatus and method for continuously monitoring the weight of an object are disclosed. The apparatus does not obstruct a central portion of the bottom of the object being monitored, and is especially well-suited for monitoring the weight of a beehive. In the illustrative embodiment, a ring-shaped fluid-filled bladder is sandwiched between a ring-shaped top surface and a ring-shaped base, and a pressure hose connects the bladder to a pressure gauge. Beehive weight data can be obtained in a continuous fashion, without requiring any moving of the beehive or of the apparatus, and without any other type of disruption. Moreover, the apparatus provides a stable platform that keeps the beehive immobile during monitoring, which is beneficial for the health of the colony. Advantageously, the apparatus can be constructed from inexpensive, off-the-shelf components and materials, and is capable of obtaining accurate measurements over a wide range of temperatures and environmental conditions.

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Номер записи: 2
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Weighing Sliced Food Products

Номер: US20120205164A1
Автор: Brad Deblecourt, Paul Mclaughlin, Scott A. Lindee, Thomas C. Wolcott
Принадлежит: Formax Inc

A method for weighing sliced products to generate product batches of a pre-determined weight. A slicer slices products which are disposed onto a slice scale located beneath the output end of the slicer. An intermediate weight is measured at a pre-determined point in the slicing process. The intermediate weight information is used to calculate the minimum number of completion slices, based on thicknesses of the slices, needed to meet the target weight. The competed draft is transferred to a check sale where a final draft weight is measured and compared to a sum of the intermediate weight and the weight of the completion slices. Comparison of the weight is used to adjust slicing parameters for more precise targeting of the desired weight of the next draft. Completion slices may be adjusted in thickness to minimize the giveaway weight.

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Номер записи: 3
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus and methods

Номер: US20120255645A1
Автор: David F. Bonneau, Per B. Fog, Trent A. Poole
Принадлежит: MANNKIND CORP

Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus and methods are provided. The powder dispensing and sensing apparatus includes a tray support structure to receive a cartridge tray holding cartridges, a powder dispenser assembly including powder dispenser modules to dispense powder into respective cartridges of a batch of cartridges in the cartridge tray, a powder transport system to deliver powder to the powder dispenser modules, a sensor module including sensor cells to sense respective fill states, such as the weights, of each of the cartridges in the batch of cartridges, and a control system to control the powder dispenser modules in response to the respective sensed fill states of each of the cartridges of the batch of cartridges.

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Номер записи: 4
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Goal-directed fluid therapy

Номер: US20120259308A1
Автор: Howard Levin, Mark Gelfand
Принадлежит: Individual

A method includes setting a hydration goal and administering a diuretic to the patient to induce increased urine flow and collecting urine expelled by the patient. The amount of urine expelled by the patient is determined based on the collected urine. The patient is infused with fluid from a fluid source. The amount of fluid infused into the patient is determined. Diuresis is induced by automatically and continuously adjusting the amount of fluid infused into the patient from the fluid source to meet the hydration goal based on the set hydration goal, the determined amount of urine expelled by the patient and the fluid infused.

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Номер записи: 5
17-01-2013 дата публикации

Weight detecting device and weight detecting method

Номер: US20130015003A1
Автор: Hiroaki Fujihara, Naruaki Hiramitsu, Toru Todoriki, Yoshihiko Naruoka, Yukio Asari, Yusuke Mitsuya
Принадлежит: Toshiba Corp

According to one embodiment, a weight detecting device includes a conveying portion to convey a sheet-like article, a vibration source causing the conveying portion to oscillate; a sensor to detect a weight of the sheet-like article while it is being conveyed by the conveying portion, an A/D converter portion to sample and digitize an output of the sensor at a predetermined period, and a calculating portion to calculate a weight of the sheet-like article by determining an average of a plurality of detection signal values digitized by the A/D converter portion after subjecting the detection signal values to statistical processing.

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Номер записи: 6
19-09-2013 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROCESSING SENSOR INPUTS

Номер: US20130240270A1
Автор: Lovatt Simon James, Pleasants Anthony Bryan
Принадлежит: AgResearch Limited

A method of determining the weight distribution of a population is provided, including the steps of 1. A method of determining the weight distribution of a populationthe method comprising:a) determining a likely weight range for members within the population;b) enabling a plurality of members of the population to impact on a weighing device wherein multiple members may be on the weighing device at one time;c) recording inputs from the weighing device wherein each input corresponds to the presence of the multiple members on the weighing device at one time; andd) using values derived from the inputs and applying an algorithm to specify a number of subsets, each of the subsets representing a discrete number or proportion of members with weight values associated with same.2. A method as claimed in wherein the subsets are used to determine a weight frequency distribution for the measured population.3. A method as claimed in wherein the population members are herd animals.4. A method as claimed in wherein typical weight ranges take into account population variance.5. A method as claimed in wherein individual animal weights are assessed through the control of the animals onto and off the weighing device.6. A method of obtaining a value from a weighing device for use in the method claimed in claim 1 ,further including the step of processing the inputs from the weighing device to provide an indicative value of sample size and weight.7. A weighing device for use in the of claim 1 ,the weighing device includinga platform of sufficient size to receive a plurality of members of a population to be weighed;the platform having at least one ingress and egress for the members; anda weight sensor for receiving inputs from members of the population positioned on the platform; anda processor programmed to process inputs into a value suitable for the current calculation of in the weight distribution population.8. A weighing system having at least one weighing device as claimed in claim 7 ...

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Номер записи: 7
24-10-2013 дата публикации

DETERMINATION OF BASIS WEIGHT OF A MATERIAL WEB USING A MICROWAVE SENSOR, WHEREBY THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE MATERIAL WEB AND THE SURFACES OF THE MICROWAVE SENSOR IS BEING ADJUSTED TO A CONSTANT VALUE BY AIR CUSHIONS

Номер: US20130277122A1
Автор: Cedra Ingolf, Ischdonat Thomas, Kaufmann Oliver
Принадлежит:

A device for determining the weight per unit area of a moving material web, in particular a fibrous material web includes at least one microwave sensor that has an element for coupling the microwaves and a reference element. The coupling element and the reference element are located at a distance from one another in such a way that the material web can be moved therebetween. At least one microwave sensor element, the coupling element and/or the reference element can be moved such that the distances between the material web and the elements can be adjusted for or during the measurement of the moving material web. 1. A device to determine a basis weight of a moving material web , said device comprising:at least one microwave sensor having a coupling element configured for coupling microwaves and a reference element, said coupling element and said reference element located at a distance from each other so that the material web passes therebetween, at least one of said coupling element, said reference element and said at least one microwave sensor being moveable such that a distance between the material web and each of said coupling element and said reference element is adjustable for or during measurement of the moving material web.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein said moving material web is a fibrous web.3. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a distance measuring device configured for measuring a vertical distance between said coupling element and said reference element claim 1 , said coupling element and said reference element being arranged parallel to each other.4. The device according to claim 3 , wherein said distance measuring device is a magnetic induction measuring device.5. The device according to claim 4 , further comprising a controller for adjusting a distance between the moving material web and said coupling element and said reference element during a measurement of the moving material web.6. The device according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 8
28-11-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE LUGGAGE SCALE

Номер: US20130313028A1
Автор: Edwards Barnaby Bevan, SPONG Steven Richard
Принадлежит: Design Go Ltd.

A portable luggage scale () comprising a lifting handle () or grip, a luggage support (), a housing (), a spring based weighing mechanism () within the housing (), a weight indicating dial (), the weight indicating dial () being adapted for movement relative to the housing () in response to spring reactions of the spring based weighing mechanism (), and a measured weight indicating marker () for indicating a measured weight, that weight being readable off the dial () at the location of the marker (). The lifting handle () can be telescopic, and the luggage support () can be a loop () of webbing. 1. A portable luggage scale comprising a lifting handle , a luggage support , a weighing mechanism contained within a housing , and a weight indicating screen or dial for indicating weight measured with the weighing mechanism , wherein the luggage support takes the form of a strap forming a loop at its first end for allowing the strap to be attached to a handle of an item of luggage with a looped hitch , rather than needing a knot to be tied in the strap , and a second end extending away from the first end , and through a slot in the housing , the second end extending into the housing , through the slot , and being attached to the weighing mechanism within the housing , and wherein the lifting handle , in use , extends from a top of the housing , the handle being telescopically movable relative to the housing for sliding between an extended , in use position , in which the handle can be grasped by a user , and a retracted , travelling position , in which fingers cannot be passed around and through the handle.2. A portable luggage scale comprising a lifting handle or grip , a luggage support , a housing , a spring based weighing mechanism within the housing , a weight indicating dial , the weight indicating dial being adapted for movement relative to the housing in response to spring reactions of the spring based weighing mechanism , and a measured weight indicating marker ...

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Номер записи: 9
05-12-2013 дата публикации

Methods and systems for determining and displaying animal metrics

Номер: US20130322699A1
Автор: Joseph A. Spicola, Jr., Joseph A. Spicola, Sr., Kenneth Lee, Young Kim
Принадлежит: Clicrweight LLC

The invention provides, in one aspect, a computerized method for estimating a weight of an animal. The method includes acquiring an image of an animal and comparing, by at least one computing device, the image to a plurality of models to determine a selected one of the plurality of models that optimally matches a size or shape of the animal, wherein each of the plurality of models has a known weight. The method further includes adjusting, by the at least one computing device, either (i) the image relative to the selected model or (ii) the selected model relative to the image. One or more differential adjustment parameters are determined, by the at least one computing device, based upon the adjustment of the image or model; and a weight of the animal is determined, by the at least one computing device, by adjusting the known weight of the selected model based upon the one or more differential adjustment parameters.

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Номер записи: 10
16-01-2014 дата публикации

DYNAMIC SCALE AND ACCURATE FOOD MEASURING

Номер: US20140018636A1
Автор: Contant Christine V., Contant Oliver M.
Принадлежит:

A Health Management System that can assist a user in measuring and regulating his or her dietary intake and optionally his or her physical activity is disclosed. 1. An electronic device for managing a user's health , the device comprising:an enclosure comprising one or more electrical circuits including:one or more sensors configured to detect health related activity of the user;a data link unit configured to communicate with other devices, including at least one extension having a defined interface to receive additional sensory information related to user health;a power source configured to provide power to the one or more electrical circuits;a control panel configured to receive input from the user;a user interface configured to display output to the user;a processor unit configured to execute instructions for analyzing sensory input received from the one or more sensors to take health-related actions; anda memory configured to store data and instructions accessible by the processor unit.2. The device of wherein one of the sensors and the instructions executed by the processor unit are further configured to detect the characteristics of the user.3. The device of wherein one of the sensors is further configured to detect a load and the characteristics of the device's load before claim 1 , during or after being loaded.4. The device of wherein at least one of the sensors is an optical device.5. The device of wherein one or all of the electrical circuits are implanted in a human body part.6. The device of wherein one of the sensors is further configured to detect the tare or the weight of a load even while the device is in motion.7. The device of wherein one of the sensors is further configured to locate the device geographical position.8. The device of wherein one of the sensors is further configured to detect the user's sleep cycles.9. The device of wherein one of the sensors is further configured to detect humidity levels.10. The device of wherein one of the ...

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Номер записи: 11
06-03-2014 дата публикации

WEIGHTED SCALE MODEL VEHICLE

Номер: US20140065927A1
Автор: Su Samuel Yuehli
Принадлежит:

A model vehicle in a first scale including a first body portion constructed of a polymer material, an undercarriage portion having a top surface and a bottom surface, the undercarriage portion and the body portion being secured to each other and defining an inner cavity therebetween, a plurality of wheels rotatably attached to the model vehicle, and a first amount of ballast disposed in the inner cavity of the model vehicle. The weight of the first amount of ballast is at least equal to the difference in weight between the weight of the first body portion and the weight of a second body portion constructed of a metal in the first scale, the first and second body portions having substantially similar outer dimensions. 1. A model vehicle in a first scale , comprising:a first body portion constructed of a polymer material;an undercarriage portion having a top surface and a bottom surface, the undercarriage portion and the body portion being secured to each other and defining an inner cavity therebetween;a plurality of wheels rotatably attached to the model vehicle; anda first amount of ballast disposed in the inner cavity of the model vehicle,wherein the weight of the first amount of ballast is at least equal to the difference in weight between the weight of the first body portion and the weight of a second body portion constructed of a metal in the first scale, the first and second body portions having substantially similar outer dimensions.2. The model vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the second body portion is constructed from one of a zinc alloy and an aluminum alloy.3. The model vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of wheels further comprises four wheels and each of the four wheels is attached to the undercarriage portion.4. The model vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the overall weight of the first amount of ballast and the first body portion is 5% to 35% greater than the weight of the second body portion.5. The model vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the overall weight ...

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Номер записи: 12
04-01-2018 дата публикации

POWDER DISPENSING AND SENSING APPARATUS AND METHODS

Номер: US20180003545A1
Автор: Bonneau David F., Fog Per B., Poole Trent A.
Принадлежит: MANNKIND CORPORATION

Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus and methods are provided. The powder dispensing and sensing apparatus includes a tray support structure to receive a cartridge tray holding cartridges, a powder dispenser assembly including powder dispenser modules to dispense powder into respective cartridges of a batch of cartridges in the cartridge tray, a powder transport system to deliver powder to the powder dispenser modules, a sensor module including sensor cells to sense respective fill states, such as the weights, of each of the cartridges in the batch of cartridges, and a control system to control the powder dispenser modules in response to the respective sensed fill states of each of the cartridges of the batch of cartridges. 1. Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus comprising:a tray support structure to receive a cartridge tray holding an array of cartridges;a powder dispenser assembly including powder dispenser modules to dispense powder into respective cartridges in the cartridge tray;a sensor module including an array of sensor cells to sense respective fill states of the cartridges in the array of cartridges; anda control system to control the powder dispenser modules to simultaneously fill respective cartridges in response to the respective sensed fill states of the cartridges in the array of cartridges, wherein the sensor cells in the array of sensor cells individually sense the fill states of respective cartridges during simultaneous filling of the cartridges.2. Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus as defined in claim 1 , wherein the sensor cells comprise weight sensor cells.3. Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus as defined in claim 1 , wherein the cartridge tray is configured to support the cartridges in a two-dimensional array of rows and columns.4. Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus as defined in claim 1 , further comprising:a powder transport system to deliver powder to the powder dispenser modules.5. Powder dispensing and sensing ...

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Номер записи: 13
07-01-2016 дата публикации

FLOW METERING FOR DISPENSE MONITORING AND CONTROL

Номер: US20160005668A1
Автор: Donner Joseph E., Giusti Christopher L., GORMAN MICHAEL, Lewis Alan R., Quinones Horatio, Ratledge Thomas L., Suhinin Yuriy
Принадлежит:

Methods and systems of accurately dispensing a viscous fluid onto a substrate. In an embodiment, a method includes using an electronic flow meter device to produce electrical flow meter output signals and performing a responsive control function in a closed loop manner by adjusting at least one dispensing parameter to correct for a difference between an output data set and a reference data set. In another embodiment, a system includes a control operatively coupled to a gas flow meter device and to a weigh scale allowing for a density of an amount of viscous material to be determined. In another embodiment, a method includes using a control coupled to both a gas flow meter device and a weigh scale and performing a responsive control function in a closed loop manner by adjusting at least one dispensing parameter using gas flow meter output signals and weigh scale output signals. 1. A method of controlling a non-contact jetting dispensing system to accurately dispense a viscous fluid onto a substrate , the method comprising:directing the viscous fluid from a viscous fluid supply into a non-contact jetting dispenser having an inlet and an outlet;discharging the viscous fluid through the outlet of the non-contact jetting dispenser, the non-contact jetting dispenser being operable to start and stop the flow of the viscous fluid through the outlet onto the substrate;using an electronic flow meter device operatively coupled in a flow path between the viscous fluid supply and the outlet of the non-contact jetting dispenser to produce electrical flow meter output signals proportional to the flow rate of the viscous fluid flowing through the flow path, the electrical flow meter output signals forming an output data set;comparing the output data set to a reference data set stored in a control; andperforming a responsive control function in a closed loop manner by adjusting at least one dispensing parameter to correct for a difference between the output data set and the ...

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Номер записи: 14
07-01-2021 дата публикации

System and Method for Monitoring Food Waste

Номер: US20210005102A1
Автор: Hrair MEKHSIAN, Kevin Duffy, Marc ZORNES
Принадлежит: Winnow Solutions Ltd

The present invention relates to a system for monitoring food waste. The system includes a weight mechanism configured for weighing a waste receptacle, wherein the waste receptacle is configured for receiving food waste from a plurality of consecutive disposal events before emptying, a processor configured for measuring the difference in weight of the waste receptacle between each disposal event and calculating the weight of a disposal event based upon the difference and a user interface configured to receive at least one indication categorising the food waste in a disposal event by a user. A method for monitoring food waste is also described.

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Номер записи: 15
20-01-2022 дата публикации

PET HARNESS WITH INTEGRATED SCALE

Номер: US20220018704A1
Автор: Kupferman Scott J.
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides an animal harness comprising a harness body and a scale. The scale is secured to the harness body by a securement means. The harness can be utilized by a user to provide a specific amount of assistance to an animal using the harness because the scale will provide the user with the exact amount the animal weighs and how much assistance the user is providing the animal. 1. An animal harness comprising a harness body and a scale wherein the scale is secured to the harness body.2. The animal harness of claim 1 , wherein the harness body is selected from the group consisting of a rear harness and a full-body harness.3. The animal harness of claim 1 , wherein the scale is a hand-held travel scale.4. The animal harness of claim 1 , further comprising a securement means on a bottom of the scale.5. The animal harness of claim 4 , wherein the securement means is selected from the group consisting of a hook loop or a carabiner made from metal and/or non-metal materials.6. The animal harness of claim 4 , further comprising a scale holder including a scale aperture and a securement means aperture such that the scale is placed within the scale aperture of the scale holder and the securement means goes through the securement means aperture to be in a position outside the scale holder.7. The animal harness of claim 6 , further comprising at least one arm strap wherein the at least one arm strap is secured to the harness by the at least one arm strap being wound through at least one pair of strap apertures in said scale holder.8. The animal harness of claim 7 , further comprising two arm straps and two pairs of strap apertures in said scale holder. The present invention generally relates to an animal mobility aid. Specifically, the present invention relates to a harness device capable of informing the handler of the animal specifically how much they are assisting with the mobility of the animal. More specifically, the present invention relates to a ...

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Номер записи: 16
14-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING ANIMAL BEHAVIORAL PHENOTYPES

Номер: US20210007330A1
Автор: HUISMA Camiel, SUNSTRUM Alison
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A highly automated system and method for predicting, identifying and quantifying unique phenotypes of an animal that are beneficial for enhancing the performance, well-being and profitability of animals in a given production environment based on analysis of data from high frequency weight measurements of a feed. 1. A method of optimizing production profitability at an animal production facility by genetic selection based upon behavioral phenotypes , the method comprising:providing a plurality of consumption stations at the animal production facility;assigning each animal of a herd with an unique identification detection device;detecting, via the unique identification detection devices, each time any animal of the herd is one of feeding or drinking at one of the plurality of consumption stations;collecting, via at least one body weight sensor respectively associated with each one of the plurality of consumption stations, high frequency data relating to a body weight of each animal feeding or drinking at one of the plurality of consumption stations;collecting, via at least one feed weight sensor respectively associated with each one of the plurality of consumption stations, high frequency data relating to at least one of an amount of feed being consumed by each animal feeding at one of the plurality of consumption, a bite size, a bite frequency, a bite duration and a bite pressure of each animal feeding at one of the plurality of consumption stations;analyzing, with a processor, the collected high frequency data relating to the body weight of each animal, the collected high frequency data relating to the at least one of the amount of feed being consumed by each animal, the bite size, the bite frequency, the bite duration and the bite pressure of each feeding animal to determine at least one desired behavioral phenotype which optimizes production profitability; andeither selectively introducing new animals having the at least one desired behavioral phenotype into the ...

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Номер записи: 17
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Powder mass measurements in containers

Номер: US20210010849A1
Автор: Alexander David Laws, Bradley Alan BENSON, Joshua Ryan SCHMALE, Justin Michael ROMAN, Leon Johannes Arnoldus BRUNKEN, Lukas Peter SOSNOWSKI
Принадлежит: Hewlett Packard Development Co LP

An example of an apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a container to store a powder. The apparatus includes a flow generator to move a gas to the container. The flow generator is to move the gas at a first velocity and a second velocity, the first velocity to fluidize the powder in a fluidized state, and the second velocity to pass through stationary powder in a powder pack. The apparatus includes pressure sensors to measure pressures in the container. The apparatus includes a measurement engine in communication with the pressure sensors, wherein the measurement engine is to calculate a mass of the powder based on a fluidized pressure differential and based on a pack pressure differential.

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Номер записи: 18
14-01-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC SCALE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING ELECTRONIC SCALE

Номер: US20210010852A1
Автор: Chen Chih-Kang, Huang Chien, KAO Yu Tao, WU Jiun Lin
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A method for controlling an electronic scale in disclosed in this disclosure, which is applied to measure and indicate a state of an external force, comprises the following steps. A weight sensor detects the external force, and a controller drives a prompting device to emit a first light with a first optical characteristic when the external force detected by the weight sensor reaches a first weight. The controller drives the prompting device to emit a second light with a second optical characteristic when the prompting device emits the first light for a predetermined period, wherein the prompting device continuously emits the second light until the external force reaches a second weight. 1. A method for controlling an electronic scale to measure and indicate an external force , the method comprising:detecting the external force increased by a weight sensor;driving a prompting device to emit a fourth light with a first flashing frequency by a controller when a changing rate of the external force detected by the weight sensor is in a weight changing rate range;driving the prompting device to emit the fourth light with a second flashing frequency by the controller when the changing rate of the external force detected by the weight sensor is higher than the weight changing rate range; anddriving the prompting device to emit the fourth light with a third flashing frequency by the controller when the changing rate of the external force detected by the weight sensor is lower than the weight changing rate range,wherein the first, second, and third flashing frequencies are different flashing frequencies.2. The method for controlling an electronic scale according to claim 1 , wherein the second flashing frequency is less than the third flashing frequency.3. The method for controlling an electronic scale according to claim 1 , wherein the prompting device comprises a plurality of light-emitting elements arranged in a route claim 1 , and wherein the flashing frequency is to ...

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Номер записи: 19
14-01-2021 дата публикации

WEIGHING PLATFORM

Номер: US20210010853A1
Автор: Corvini André Rafael, Vasconcelos Alvaro Augusto
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This invention relates to a weighing platform, particularly used in the livestock sector, formed by a base plate (), which is constituted by a first upper surface () and a second lower surface (), the second surface () being provided with a plurality of first bars () with an I-shaped cross-section, which are arranged parallel to the longitudinal axis and fixed on the second surface (), the first bars () being aligned in parallel and arranged spaced apart from each other, with the platform having a functional design capable of imparting a ciliary movement, necessary to prevent dirt from settling on the platform, as well as to guarantee the necessary resistance to confer excellent durability to the platform. 11123331331. A weighing platform formed by a base plate () , the base plate () including a first upper surface () and a second lower surface () , the platform being characterized in that the second surface () is provided with a plurality of first I-shaped cross-section bars () , which are arranged in parallel to a longitudinal axis and fixed on the second surface () , with the first bars () being aligned in parallel and spaced apart.231111. The weighing platform according to claim 1 , characterized in that the first bars () comprise a height (H) ranging from 30 to 100 millimeters claim 1 , a width (L) ranging from 30 to 50 millimeters and a thickness (E) which varies between 6 and 8 millimeters.3311311. A weighing platform according to claim 1 , characterized in that the first bars () are arranged equally spaced along a width (L) of the base plate () claim 1 , with a minimum quantity of at least one first bar () every 3.8 millimeters of width (L) from the base plate ().433231332313. A weighing platform according to claim 1 , characterized in that the second surface () is further provided with a plurality of second bars () with a circular cross-section claim 1 , which are arranged orthogonally to the first bars () and parallel to a transverse axis of the second ...

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Номер записи: 20
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Round Bale Weighing Method and System

Номер: US20170013783A1
Автор: IV H. Guy, Kirk Kendall R., Loftis Perry J., Ramsey
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Yield monitoring systems for round baling machines and methods that can provide weight estimations for round bales at the time of formation are described. Balers can include those that incorporate hydraulically actuated bale kicking or pushing assemblies as well as those that incorporate spring-loaded off ramps. Farm implements including baling machines and cotton module builders are encompassed. The system includes a sensor that can ascertain a physical parameter associated with ejection of a round bale from the farm implement. Physical parameters as may be ascertained can include pressures, velocities, accelerations, etc. associated with bale ejection. 1. A system for determining the weight of a round bale , the system including:a sensor configured for determining a physical parameter associated with ejection of a round bale from a farm implement; anda processor configured to process data obtained by the sensor and determine the weight of the round bale as it is being ejected from the farm implement.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the farm implement is a baler3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the farm implement is a round cotton module builder.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a pressure sensor.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the sensor is configured for communication with a hydraulically actuated bale ejection assembly.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a gyrometer and/or an accelerometer.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the sensor is configured for communication with a spring-loaded off ramp.8. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a global positioning system.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the bale is a net wrapped round bale claim 1 , a twine wrapped round bale claim 1 , or a plastic wrapped round bale.10. A method for determining the weight of a round bale claim 1 , the method comprising:ascertaining by use of a sensor a physical parameter associated with an ejection of the round bale during a bale ejecting ...

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Номер записи: 21
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Medication Storage and Delivery

Номер: US20160015602A1
Автор: Panzini Philippe, Tetreault Hugo
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An intelligent pill box device comprising: a base and a display panel. The base includes a plurality of cylindrical shaped receptacles for storing medication bottles wherein each receptacle includes a radio frequency identification reader, a faraday cage, and a load cell at the bottom of the receptacle to measure the weight of the contents of the receptacle. 1. An intelligent pill box device , comprising:a base and a display panel;said base including a plurality of cylindrical shaped receptacles for storing medication bottles, each receptacle including a radio frequency identification reader, and each receptacle surrounded by a faraday cage, and each receptacle containing a load cell at the bottom of the receptacle to measure the weight of the contents of the receptacle; andsaid base including a processing device and a memory, said processing device executing at least:instructions relating to weighing medication in a receptacle, and instructions relating to using said reader to extract information from the label on a medication bottle within a receptacle, and instructions relating to using at least said weight and said extracted information to determine a schedule for taking said medication and notifying a user when it is time to take said medication, and monitoring compliance with said schedule;said display panel attached to the base with a hinge, and said display panel including a flat screen display to display information to a user.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein each receptacle includes at least one light claim 1 , the light controlled by the processing device and used to direct users to a specific receptacle.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said display panel is detachable from the base.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein each cylindrical shaped receptacle is about 2 inches in diameter and about 2 inches deep.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein said device includes a wireless device for connecting to a wireless network.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 22
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Measuring instrument for thermogravimetrically determining the moisture content of a material

Номер: US20170016810A1
Автор: Daniel Faerger, Olaf Dudda, Wilfried Spannagel
Принадлежит: Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH and Co KG

A measuring instrument for thermogravimetrically determining the moisture content of a material, which includes a base ( 12 ), configured as a balance, with a base surface ( 22 ), and a hood ( 14 ) pivotably connected to the base. The hood has a weighing chamber lid ( 50 ), weighing chamber walls ( 52 - 56 ) and a heating element ( 44 ). The hood consists of an electronics module ( 36 ) that includes the heating element and an electronic power unit, and of a mechanical module ( 48 ) that includes the weighing chamber lid and all of the weighing chamber walls. The mechanical module ( 48 ) is rigidly and reversibly coupled to the electronics module so that the heating element, protrudes from a main body ( 42 ) of the electronics module and rises through a corresponding opening ( 58 ) in the rearward weighing chamber wall ( 56 ), with the main body being pivotably connected to the base and surrounding the electronic power unit.

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Номер записи: 23
16-01-2020 дата публикации

MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20200018630A1
Автор: Cox Calvin Michael, Dupre David Wren, Romeo Mark Kollin
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The present disclosure relates to an abatement apparatus monitoring system. The abatement apparatus monitoring system includes a processor; and at least one load cell for outputting a load cell signal to the processor. The at least one load cell is configured to support a waste tank of an abatement apparatus. The processor is configured to monitor a level of a liquid in the waste tank in dependence on the load cell signal. The present disclosure also relates to an abatement system comprising an abatement apparatus monitoring system; and a method of monitoring operation of an abatement system. 1. An abatement apparatus monitoring system comprising:a processor; andat least one load cell for outputting a load cell signal to the processor, the at least one load cell being configured to support a waste tank of an abatement apparatus;wherein the processor is configured to monitor a level of a liquid in the waste tank in dependence on the load cell signal.2. The abatement apparatus monitoring system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the processor has a first input for receiving a first signal from a first sensor disposed in the waste tank claim 1 , the processor being configured to calibrate the abatement apparatus monitoring system in dependence on the first signal.3. The abatement apparatus monitoring system as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the first sensor comprises a low liquid level sensor claim 2 , the processor being configured to calibrate a low liquid level in dependence on the first signal.4. The abatement apparatus monitoring system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the processor has a second input for receiving a second signal from a second level sensor disposed in the waste tank claim 1 , the processor being configured to calibrate the abatement apparatus monitoring system in dependence on the second signal.5. The abatement apparatus monitoring system as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the second sensor comprises a high liquid level sensor claim 4 , the processor ...

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Номер записи: 24
24-01-2019 дата публикации

LITTER BOX

Номер: US20190021273A1
Автор: HIRATA Masayuki, SEKINE AYAKO
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A weight of an excretion of an animal is easily measured. A pet toilet () includes a supporting table () onto which the animal is to step, an excretion tray () configured to receive urine of the animal which urine falls from the supporting table (), a first weight scale () configured to measure a weight of the excretion tray () including a weight of the urine, and a carrier member () configured to carry the excretion tray (). The excretion tray () and the carrier member () are provided to be attachable together by insertion between the first weight scale () and the supporting table (). A weight of the carrier member () is supported by the main container () and the first weight scale () supports the excretion tray (), in a state where the excretion tray () is attached by insertion. 1. An animal toilet , comprising:a supporting table onto Which an animal is to step;a measurement tray configured to receive an excretion of the animal which excretion falls from the supporting table;a weight scale configured to measure a weight of the measurement tray; anda carrier member configured to carry the measurement tray,the measurement tray and the carrier member being provided to be attachable together by insertion between the weight scale and the supporting table, and(i) the carrier member being supported by a member other than the weight scale and (ii) the weight scale supporting the weight of the measurement tray, in a state where the measurement tray is attached by insertion between the weight scale and the supporting table.2. The animal toilet as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:the carrier member places thereon and carries the measurement tray; andthe measurement tray is separated from the carrier member and placed on the weight scale, in the state where the measurement tray is attached by insertion between the weight scale and the supporting table.3. An animal toilet as set forth in claim 1 , further comprising:an attachment guide which causes the carrier member to slide,a ...

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Номер записи: 25
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Monitor

Номер: US20200022338A1
Автор: Alexandre Nikolaevich ROVNYI, Berri Antonius SCHRODER
Принадлежит: GRAVITY Ltd

An animal monitor comprising a microcontroller; at least one three-axis accelerometer; an energy source; a charger; and a communications system, including a wireless transmitter and receiver.

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Номер записи: 26
28-01-2021 дата публикации

CONTAINER FILLING SYSTEM AND VALVE FOR SAME

Номер: US20210024339A1
Автор: COLEMAN Nathan John, EATON John A., EVANS Thomas John, FELLER Samuel Frank, Martin David William, SORGE Jason Karl, STRAUB Randy A., WARBURTON David Jay
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A container filling valve may include a shuttle and a drive sleeve that are magnetically coupled. Movement of the drive sleeve may move the shuttle from a position in which the filling valve is closed to a position in which the filling valve is open. A container handling arm may include a distal end configured to hold a container and a proximal end that includes a load cell. A low flow setpoint system may be configured to arrest closing of a filling valve when that filling valve is partially closed. A pressure control system may be configured to maintain a desired pressure in a reservoir or in a flow path from that reservoir. A product recirculation system may be configured to adjust flow rate in the product recirculation system. 1. A filler unit comprising:a container filling valve, the filling valve including a shuttle movable between an open position corresponding to a first flow rate through the filling valve, a closed position corresponding to no flow through the filling valve, and a low flow setpoint position corresponding to a non-zero second flow rate through the filling valve, wherein the second flow rate is less the first flow rate;an actuator comprising a chamber and a barrier coupled to the shuttle, wherein the barrier is movable to alternately increase a volume of chamber or to decrease the volume of the chamber;a flow path from the chamber; and a control valve positioned in the flow path and having a blocked position in which fluid flow is blocked and an unblocked position in which fluid flow is unblocked.2. The filler unit of claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises a second chamber and the barrier is movable to alternately increase the volume of the chamber while decreasing a volume of the second chamber or to decrease the volume of the chamber while increasing the volume of the second chamber claim 1 , and wherein the flow path comprises a fluid circuit coupling the chamber and the second chamber.3. The filler unit of claim 1 , wherein the flow path ...

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Номер записи: 27
23-01-2020 дата публикации

FLOW RATE MEASUREMENT DEVICE AND FLOW RATE MEASUREMENT METHOD

Номер: US20200025604A1
Автор: Kawakami Koji, Okamoto Takeshi, UEBAYASHI Shigeki
Принадлежит: SATAKE CORPORATION

A flow rate measurement device improves the flow rate measurement accuracy without increasing the size of the metering tank. The flow rate measurement device includes a metering tank having a supply port at its upper portion and a discharge port at its lower portion, an on-off valve that opens and closes a flow channel inside the metering tank, a weight measurement unit that measures a weight of the metering tank, and flow rate computing unit that supplies powders and/or grains continuously from the supply port to the metering tank, computes a flow rate of the powders and/or grains multiple times in a temporally-overlapped state on the basis of the weight of the metering tank measured by the weight measurement unit in a state where the on-off valve is closed, and computes an average flow rate of the powders and/or grains on the basis of the flow rate computed multiple times. 1. A flow rate measurement device comprising:a metering tank having a supply port at its upper portion and a discharge port at its lower portion;an on-off valve that opens and closes a flow channel inside the metering tank;a weight measurement unit that measures a weight of the metering tank; anda flow rate computing unit that supplies powders and/or grains continuously from the supply port to the metering tank, computes a flow rate of the powders and/or grains multiple times in a temporally-overlapped state, wherein the flow rates are computed on the basis of the weight of the metering tank measured by the weight measurement unit in a state where the on-off valve is closed, and computes an average flow rate of the powders and/or grains on the basis of the flow rate computed multiple times.2. The flow rate measurement device according to claim 1 , wherein the flow rate computing unit computes an amount of change in the weight of the metering tank multiple times in a temporally-overlapped state claim 1 , the amount of changes being computed on the basis of the weight of the metering tank measured ...

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Номер записи: 28
28-01-2021 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR PARI-MUTUEL RACING GAME WITH FINISH ORDER BETTING

Номер: US20210027569A1
Автор: ALDERUCCI Dean P., GELMAN Geoffrey M.
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In various embodiments, a device may test the health of race participants in order to ensure the fairness of a bet on an order of finish. 1. (canceled)2. A scale comprisinga plurality of weight sensors;a communications port;a display device; detect a plurality of weight readings from the plurality of weight sensors, each weight sensor being arranged to accommodate a foot of a horse;', 'compute an average weight based on the plurality of weight readings;', 'identify whether the average weight meets a predetermined threshold;', 'render on the display device an indication of an injury of the horse, in response to determining that the average weight does not meet the predetermined threshold; and', 'transmit, via the communication port, the indication of the injury to a server enabled to compute horse racing odds based at least partially on the injury indication., 'at least one processor to3. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a given weight sensor is configured to transmit a weight reading to the at least one processor periodically.4. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a given weight sensor is configured to transmit a weight reading to the at least one processor every sixty seconds.5. The scale of claim 2 , wherein the predetermine threshold is ten percent.6. The scale of claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to render weight determinations and a percentage of difference between the weight determinations on the display device.7. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a weight reading from a given weight sensor is a function of time.8. A method comprisingdetecting, by at least one processor, a plurality of weight readings from a plurality of weight sensors, each weight sensor being arranged to accommodate a foot of a horse;computing, by the at least one processor, an average weight based on the plurality of weight readings;identifying, by the at least one processor, whether the average weight meets a predetermined threshold;rendering, by the at least one processor, ...

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Номер записи: 29
31-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEMS, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR MONITORING THE BEHAVIOR, HEALTH, AND/OR CHARACTERISTICS OF AN ANIMAL

Номер: US20190029226A1
Автор: Triener Alexander
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Systems, methods, and computer code products for monitoring the behavior, health, and/or characteristics of an animal are disclosed herein. In one implementation, the animal is positioned inside a waste container placed on a system that is adapted to determine, record and communicate over a network various animal health parameters. These parameters can be processed to determine trends, statistics and changes of animal physiological functions. The results can be used to access animal health conditions and issue warnings, alarms, messages, and other notifications to designated caretakers. These notifications may be displayed using various means such as computers and/or mobile devices. Data retrieval and review capability can provide improved understanding of an animal's health conditions and facilitate early illness detection. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for monitoring the behavior of an animal , the method comprising:detecting, with a sensor, a presence of the animal;measuring, with a measuring device, a characteristic of the animal when the presence of the animal is detected;storing the measured characteristic of the animal on a storage device;calculating derived data from the measured characteristic, wherein at least a portion of the derived data is selected from the group consisting of (i) an average rate of food consumption expressed in weight of food consumed per unit of time, (ii) a maximum rate of food consumption expressed in weight of food consumed per unit of time, (iii) a minimum rate of food consumption expressed in weight of food consumed per unit of time, (iv) an average rate of water consumption expressed in weight of food consumed per unit of time, (v) a maximum rate of water consumption expressed in weight of food consumed per unit of time, (vi) a minimum rate of water consumption expressed in weight of food consumed per unit of time, and (vii) combinations thereof;comparing at least one of the measured characteristic or the derived data to stored ...

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Номер записи: 30
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Measuring device for a capsule filler machine for pharmaceutical capsules

Номер: US20190029922A1
Автор: Antonio Tagliavini, Ernesto Gamberini
Принадлежит: Mg 2 Srl

A measuring device for a capsule filler machine for pharmaceutical capsules comprising at least one block, provided with a plurality of seats, suitable to house a plurality of bottoms of capsules to be filled is provided. The block is provided with capacitive electronic devices, which are suited to detect parameters concerning the tare of each bottom, parameters concerning the quantities and the types of the products inserted into each bottom, and parameters concerning the filling/emptying of the seats, so as to control, in particular, the filling steps carried out to fill the capsule bottoms with the products.

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Номер записи: 31
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Calibration unit and method for metering a dosage unit

Номер: US20180031410A1
Автор: Andreas Lux, Benedict Kleine-Koenig, Jonas Hoepfer
Принадлежит: HARRO HOFLIGER VERPACKUNGSMASCHINEN GMBH

A calibration unit is for a capacitive measuring system in a metering installation, or a metering installation for in particular solid pharmaceutical dosage units, and to an associated method for metering. The calibration unit includes a test body, a drive for the test body, and a guide for the test body. The guide has a first terminal position, a second terminal position, and a guided section that runs between the two terminal positions. The drive is configured for moving the test body along the guided section in a reciprocating manner between the two terminal positions. The capacitive measuring system is calibrated via the calibration unit. The dosage units are then metered via the metering installation and checked for a properly metered mass via the calibrated capacitive measuring system.

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Номер записи: 32
04-02-2021 дата публикации

LIQUID PRODUCT DISPENSING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210033448A1
Автор: Fronhofer Paul, Ketchum Benjamin
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Disclosed embodiments provide a liquid product dispensing system. Cans are transported onto a weigh plate. The weigh plate is coupled to a dispensing system such that, when the can is filled with product to a predetermined weight, the dispensing system stops the flow of product into the can. A transport system then moves the filled cans from the weigh plate and moves another set of empty cans onto the weigh plate, and the process continues, enabling high-speed production of canned beverages. 1. A beverage container weighing apparatus , comprising:a container platform;a weigh plate disposed on the container platform;a compression spring mechanically coupled to the container platform;a stop plate, wherein the stop plate comprises an opening, wherein the opening is wider than the weigh plate, and wherein the container platform is wider than the opening;a weigh plate lockdown actuator configured and disposed to secure the weigh plate against the stop plate; anda sensor configured and disposed to generate a trigger event in response to a predetermined weight being loaded on the weigh plate.2. The beverage container weighing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a contact sensor.3. The beverage container weighing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a proximity sensor.4. The beverage container weighing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises an optical sensor.5. The beverage container weighing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the weigh plate lockdown actuator comprises a pneumatic actuator.6. The beverage container weighing apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the weigh plate lockdown actuator comprises an electromechanical actuator.7. The beverage container weighing apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a controller configured and disposed to control a liquid product dispensing system claim 1 , the controller comprising:a processor;an input/output interface coupled to the processor; activating the weigh plate lockdown actuator;', ' ...

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Номер записи: 33
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Container Weighing System Method and Apparatus

Номер: US20210033449A1
Автор: Derek Walter, Joel Dokken, Montgomerie Summach
Принадлежит: Bourgault Industries Ltd

A mobile apparatus for carrying and weighing a load includes a mobile frame supported by a plurality of wheels. At least one container is supported on the mobile frame for carrying a load. A plurality of sensor assemblies are coupled between the frame and the container, the sensor assemblies resistive to a weight force exerted by the container towards the frame in a generally vertical sensing direction for sensing a weight of the load, and the sensor assemblies non-resistive to error forces exerted generally orthogonally to the sensing direction for filtering out the error forces from the sensed weight. A stabilizing assembly is coupled between the container and the frame, the stabilizing assembly freely accommodating transfer of the force exerted by the container towards the frame in the sensing direction, and simultaneously inhibiting shifting of the container relative to the frame in one or more shifting directions perpendicular to the sensing direction.

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Номер записи: 34
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Locking a Storage Tank Above a Scale During Transportation

Номер: US20190039759A1
Автор: Craig F. Govekar, Rahhali Sanhaji
Принадлежит: Snap On Inc

An apparatus including a storage tank, a frame positioned at least partially beneath the storage tank, a lever having a first end and a second end pivotally mounted to the frame, a scale system positioned beneath the storage tank, wherein in a first position, the storage tank exerts a force against the scale system, and in a second position, the second end of the lever exerts a force on a bottom of the storage tank such that the storage tank is positioned above, and out of contact with, the scale system.

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Номер записи: 35
18-02-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING LIVESTOCK WEIGHT

Номер: US20210045361A1
Автор: Bellis Timothy, Dumm Richard H.
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A system and method for estimating livestock weight is described. Embodiments of the system can include a computing device and a three-dimensional tag configured to be secured to an animal. One or more images of an animal, including the three-dimensional tag, can be processed to take various measurements of the animal. A scaling factor for the measurements can be based on the three-dimensional tag. After the measurement are calibrated, a weight of the animal can be estimated based on the calibrated measurements. 1. A method for estimating a weight of an animal , the method comprising:providing a three-dimensional object having known dimensions;attaching the three-dimensional object to a first animal;obtaining a plurality of images of the first animal with the three-dimensional object attached to the first animal; identifying the three-dimensional object and the first animal in a first image;', 'measuring a diameter of the three-dimensional object in the first image;', 'calibrating dimensions of the first animal in the first image based on the three-dimensional object in the first image;', 'identifying the three-dimensional object and the first animal in a second image;', 'measuring a diameter of the three-dimensional object in the second image;', 'calibrating dimensions of the first animal in the second image based on the three-dimensional object in the second image;', 'constructing a first 3-D model representing the first animal based on the calibrated dimensions of the first animal in the first image and the second image;', 'calculating a first estimated weight of the first animal based on the first 3-D model of the first animal., 'processing the plurality of images, the step of processing including2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the three-dimensional object includes a unique identifier.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first 3-D model is a point cloud model.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first 3-D model is constructed using pose estimation.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 36
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Scales for Weighing Piglets

Номер: US20190041253A1
Автор: Bekking Hans, Van Der Hoek Arie Jan
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The invention relates to scales for weighing piglets, including a base frame; at least one weighing element arranged on the base frame; and a weigh platform arranged on the at least one weighing element, wherein the weighing platform is elongate, wherein the top surface of the weighing platform is arranged at a distance above the base and wherein the width of the elongate top surface is at least half of the width of the base in order to provide space for the legs of a piglet when supported on the belly by the elongate top surface. 1. A scale for weighing piglets , comprising:a base frame;at least one weighing element arranged on the base frame; anda weigh platform arranged on the at least one weighing element,wherein the weighing platform is elongate, wherein the top surface of the weighing platform is arranged at a distance above the base and wherein the width of the elongate top surface is less than half of the width of the base in order to provide space for the legs of a piglet when supported on the belly by the elongate top surface.2. The scale according to claim 1 , wherein the length of the top surface of the weighing platform is at least five times the width of the top surface.3. The scale according to claim 1 , wherein the width of the top surface is less than 70 millimeters claim 1 , preferably less than 60 millimeters and wherein the length of the top surface is more than 400 millimeters claim 1 , preferably more than 450 millimeters.4. The scale according to claim 1 , wherein the weighing platform comprises a bend plate having a U-shaped cross-section.5. The scale according to claim 1 , wherein the weighing platform comprises two side walls arranged at a distance from the top surface of the weighing platform claim 1 , which side walls extend perpendicular to the top surface claim 1 , and wherein the distance between the two side walls and the top surface provides space between the top surface and the two side walls for the legs of a piglet when supported ...

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Номер записи: 37
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Fluid Container Measurement System

Номер: US20200041330A1
Автор: Gausmann Keith H., Liddle Scott E., Luck Nathan T., MUELLER Edward J., Parker Walter D.
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A fluid container measurement system is disclosed. The fluid container measurement system is configured to suspend a load measurement assembly a distance above a support surface. The load measurement assembly houses a load cell and a measurement control circuit. The measurement control circuit is coupled to the load cell and configured to receive electrical signals indicative of a force imposed on the load cell. Electrical signals generated by the load cell indicative of the force exerted on the load cell can be used to measure the fluid container attached to the load cell linkage member. 1. A fluid container measurement system , comprising:a base designed for positioning on a support surface; a load cell having a principal load axis substantially orthogonal to the support surface;', 'a load cell interconnect mechanically coupled to the load cell; and', 'a load cell linkage member removably coupled to the load cell interconnect, the load cell linkage member designed to support a fluid container such that a weight of the fluid container can be determined by the load cell when the fluid container is suspended from the load cell linkage member., 'a load measurement assembly attached to the base, the load measurement assembly comprising2. The fluid container measurement system according to claim 1 , wherein the load cell linkage member comprises a concave-shaped support member designed for connection of a suspension member attached to the fluid container.3. The fluid container measurement system according to claim 1 , further comprising a display attached to the load measurement assembly claim 1 , the display electrically coupled to the measurement control circuit.4. The fluid container measurement system according to claim 1 , further comprising a housing claim 1 , wherein the load measurement assembly is contained in the housing.5. The fluid container measurement system according to claim 4 , further comprising at least one strain relief attached to the housing claim ...

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Номер записи: 38
16-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING WEIGHT OF FREIGHT UNITS AND BAGGAGE

Номер: US20170045394A1
Автор: Alonso-Tabares Diego, FUß Tim
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This relates to a System and a method for determining weight of freight units and baggage. Such a system comprises a Unit Load Device (ULD), an internal system of the Unit Load Device (ULD) and a digital memory unit, wherein the internal system is configured for retrieving individual identification and weight data of items within the Unit Load Device (ULD), for calculating a gross weight of the Unit Load Device (ULD) by summing the individual weight data of the items together with empty weight data of the Unit Load Device (ULD) and for storing a list of all identified items based on the identification data as well as the calculated gross weight of the Unit Load Device (ULD) in the digital memory unit. 1. A system for determining weight of freight units and baggage , the system comprising:a Unit Load Device;an internal system of the Unit Load Device; anda digital memory unit;wherein the internal system is configured forretrieving individual identification and weight data of items within the Unit Load Device,calculating a gross weight of the Unit Load Device by summing the individual weight data of the items together with empty weight data of the Unit Load Device, andstoring a list of all identified items based on the identification data as well as the calculated gross weight of the Unit Load Device in the digital memory unit.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the internal system is configured for tracking a location of each of the items within the Unit Load Device.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the Unit Load Device comprises an RFID reader for reading RFID tags of the items within the Unit Load Device.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the internal system is configured for transmitting the calculated gross weight to another device via a digital interface.5. The system according to claim 2 , wherein the internal system is configured for transmitting the position of each of the items within the Unit Load Device to another device via a ...

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Номер записи: 39
03-03-2022 дата публикации

System and method for directing livestock animal

Номер: US20220061260A1
Автор: Yehonatan GROSS
Принадлежит: Co Exist Ltd

A method and a system configured to differentially direct the passage of livestock animal; to signal the livestock animal; to identify an individual livestock animal and to monitor livestock activity are provided.

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Номер записи: 40
03-03-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING BEVERAGE DISPENSER

Номер: US20220063981A1
Автор: Andrews Christine L., Dharmadhikari Rohit C., Estrada Jose A., Harmon Mayra R.
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Systems, apparatuses, and methods are provided herein for monitoring beverage dispenser. A system for controlling beverage quality comprises a beverage dispenser monitoring unit comprising: a plurality of weight sensors each positioned below one of a plurality of syrup containers connected to a beverage dispenser, and a first network adapter configured to communicate with a control unit. The control unit configured to detect a low weight reading from a weight sensor of the plurality of weight sensors of the beverage dispenser monitoring unit via the second network adapter, determine a syrup container of the plurality of syrup containers associated with the weight sensor, and provide a notification of low syrup level indicating the syrup container to at least one of the plurality of user interface devices. 1. A system for controlling beverage quality comprising: a plurality of weight sensors each positioned below one of a plurality of syrup containers connected to a beverage dispenser; and', 'a first network adapter configured to communicate with a control unit; and, 'a beverage dispenser monitoring unit comprisingthe control unit comprising:a second network adapter configured to communicate with the beverage dispenser monitoring unit and a plurality of user interface devices; and detect a low weight reading from a weight sensor of the plurality of weight sensors of the beverage dispenser monitoring unit via the second network adapter;', 'determine a syrup container of the plurality of syrup containers associated with the weight sensor; and', 'provide a notification of low syrup level indicating the syrup container to at least one of the plurality of user interface devices., 'a control circuit coupled to the second network adapter and configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of syrup containers comprises bag in box containers stored on shelves apart from the beverage dispenser.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the beverage dispenser monitoring ...

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Номер записи: 41
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Display of Automatically Recorded Fishing Statistics

Номер: US20150054829A1
Автор: Paul Robert BAILEY
Принадлежит: Navico Holding AS

Various implementations described herein are directed to a computer-readable medium having stored thereon computer-executable instructions. The instructions may cause the computer to receive fishing statistics from a wearable electronic device. The fishing statistics may have been automatically recorded during a fishing trip. The instructions may cause the computer to display the fishing statistics on an electronic display.

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Номер записи: 42
14-02-2019 дата публикации

WEIGHT MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USE IN TEXTILE MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS

Номер: US20190049286A1
Автор: Kron Brett, Lawson Karen
Принадлежит:

In one aspect, a method of measuring the weight of material used during a textile manufacturing process comprises positioning material used during the textile manufacturing process on a receiving surface associated with a load cell. A first weight of the material may be measured using the load cell. A textile manufacturing machine may be operated such that at least a portion of the material is used in the process, wherein the material remains disposed on the receiving surface during the process. A second weight of the material may be measured using the load cell. 1. A method of measuring the weight of material used during a textile manufacturing process , the method comprising:positioning the material to be used during the textile manufacturing process on a receiving surface associated with a load cell;measuring a first weight of the material using the load cell;operating a textile manufacturing machine such that at least a portion of the material is used during the textile manufacturing process, wherein the material remains disposed on the receiving surface during the textile manufacturing process; andmeasuring a second weight of the material using the load cell.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising measuring at least one of temperature or humidity of ambient area surrounding a textile manufacturing machine used in the textile manufacturing process.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a computer stores the first and second weights and the date and time the first and second weights are measured.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising coupling the load cell to an amplifier and an analog to digital converter.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising coupling the analog to digital converter to a computer for recordation of the first and second weights.6. A system for measuring the weight of material used during a textile manufacturing process claim 4 , comprising:a first segment adapted to be stably positioned relative to a textile machine;a block ...

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Номер записи: 43
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Using a Gas Density Sensor to Measure and Control Gas Mixture Composition

Номер: US20200049605A1
Автор: Bowe Donald James, Ghosh Ranajit, He Liang, Hendershot Reed Jacob
Принадлежит: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS, INC.

An apparatus for measuring the composition of a gas mixture containing known components, including a first gas density sensor configured and arranged to measure the density of a first mixture made by combining a gaseous first component and a gaseous second component; a second gas density sensor configured and arranged to measure the density of a second mixture made by combining the first mixture with a gaseous third component; and a processor programmed to determined based on data from the first gas density sensor the relative compositions of the first component and the second component in the first mixture, and to determine based on the data from the second gas density sensor the relative compositions of the first mixture and the third component in the second mixture, and thus to determine the relative compositions of the first component, the second component, and the third component in the second mixture. 1. An apparatus for measuring the composition of a gas mixture containing known components , comprising:a first gas density sensor configured and arranged to measure the density of a first mixture made by combining a gaseous first component and a gaseous second component;a second gas density sensor configured and arranged to measure the density of a second mixture made by combining the first mixture with a gaseous third component; anda processor programmed to determined based on data from the first gas density sensor the relative compositions of the first component and the second component in the first mixture, and to determine based on the data from the second gas density sensor the relative compositions of the first mixture and the third component in the second mixture, and thus to determine the relative compositions of the first component, the second component, and the third component in the second mixture.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a third gas density sensor configured and arranged to measure the density of a third mixture made by ...

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Номер записи: 44
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Wearable device for fishing

Номер: US20150057968A1
Автор: Paul Robert BAILEY
Принадлежит: Navico Holding AS

Various implementations described herein are directed to a wearable device used to record fishing data. The wearable device may include a housing. The housing may include a sensor or sensors to detect motion. The housing may include a computer system with a processor and memory. The memory may have a plurality of executable instructions. When the executable instructions are executed by the processor, the processor may receive motion data from the sensor or sensors and determine whether a cast has been made.

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Номер записи: 45
05-03-2015 дата публикации

SCALE ASSEMBLY FOR PROVIDING IMPROVED ACCURACY DURING METERING OF FLUID FROM A LIQUID OR GAS DELIVERY TANK

Номер: US20150060155A1
Автор: III Mitchell W., Michaluk
Принадлежит:

A scale assembly for determining a weight and converted volume of fluid and gas withdrawn from a tank. A plurality of lift cylinders and cam linkages are arranged in paired and perimeter spaced fashion about a perimeter of the tank in extending fashion through an associated support flange. The cam linkages are normally biased in a first position to restrain the tank into contact with the support surface, the linkages being actuated in a second position to release the tank for subsequent elevation by the lift cylinders. A load cell is arranged in communication between each of the lift cylinders and the pallet support surfaces and, upon being recalibrated following tank elevation, measures the weight and converted volume of the delivered fluid. 1. A scale assembly for determining a weight of a fluid withdrawn from a tank arranged upon a support surface , said assembly comprising:at least one lift cylinder in contact with both the support surface and a flange associated with a lower support location of the tank;at least one cam driven linkage adapted to being mounted to the support surface and which is normally biased in a first position so as to contact an upper surface of the flange to restrain the tank into contact with the support surface, said linkages being actuated in a second position away from the upper flange surface to release the tank for subsequent elevation a distance above the support surface upon actuation of said lift cylinders; anda load cell arranged in communication between each of the lift cylinders and the support surface, said cell communicating with an electronic scale which is recalibrated prior to withdrawing fluid from the tank and in order to subsequently measure at least a weight of the fluid delivered therefrom.2. The scale assembly as described in claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of lift cylinders and cam linkages arranged in paired and perimeter spaced fashion about a perimeter of the tank in extending fashion through the support ...

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Номер записи: 46
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Process, application and scale to be used in the measurement of the amount harvested organic plants

Номер: US20180058909A1
Автор: Adams Aaron
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The current invention is a scale, process and software application. The scales communicate with each other via a wireless connection. The current invention allows grow operations to track their worker's (trimmers and pickers) productivity. It also allows the workers to see how much they are making, in real time. The scale and system allows that administrator to “see the productivity, put individuals in groups, and also see how much to pay each person at the end of the day or week. 1. A scale comprising;having a base with a top and an bottom with weighing platform on the top of said base connected to a weighing means with a monitor attached to said base, a camera and a wireless communication means.2. A scale according to having a computing device attached.3. A scale according to having the computing device serve as the communication means.4. A scale according to having the computing device provide the camera.5. A scale according to having software using the camera to recognize and count specific product.6. A scale according to using the scale to weigh the weight and count specific product.7. A scale according to associating the weigh and volume to a specific user to produce data.8. A scale according to communicating the data to one or more computing devices.9. A scale according to communicating where the computing devices is a scale.10. A scale according to using the data to generate production results.11. A scale according to using the results to calculate compensation.12. A system to measure harvesting of organic plants comprising;having a system that resides in the non-transitory memory of a computing device;having a scale with a base with a top and an bottom with weighing platform on the top of said base connected to a weighing means with a monitor attached to said base, a camera, a wireless communication means and a computing means;having software using the camera to recognize and count specific product;having a plurality of users defined in the system;using the ...

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Номер записи: 47
02-03-2017 дата публикации

CAPSULE OBJECT INSPECTION SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

Номер: US20170059391A1
Автор: Ademe Balager
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An inspection system configured to inspect a plurality of capsule objects is provided. The system includes an imaging device for capturing an image of the capsule object's exterior and a weighing device for measuring the capsule object's weight. The system also includes an analysis unit configured to analyze the captured images and the measured weights of the capsule objects. The analysis unit is configured to execute an edge detection tool that determines the capsule object's dimensions and whether the capsule object is defective based at least in part on the measured dimensions. The analysis unit is also configured to execute a weight analysis tool configured to determine whether the capsule object is defective based on the capsule object's weight. An associated method and a non-transitory, computer-readable storage medium having computer-readable program code portions stored therein that are executable by a processor are also provided. 1. An inspection system configured to inspect a plurality of capsule objects , each of the capsule objects comprising an outer shell and an inner payload , the inspection system comprising:at least one imaging device configured to capture at least one image of the exterior of each of the capsule objects;a weighing device configured to measure the weight of each of the capsule objects; and an edge detection tool configured to determine a dimension of each of the capsule objects based on the at least one image and to determine whether any of the capsule objects are defective based on the dimension; and', 'a weight analysis tool configured to determine whether any of the capsule objects are defective based on the weight., 'an analysis unit configured to analyze the at least one image captured by the at least one imaging device and to analyze the weight measurement obtained by the weighing device for each of the capsule objects, the analysis unit being configured to execute2. The inspection system of further comprising a capsule ...

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Номер записи: 48
01-03-2018 дата публикации

BILL SOFTNESS RECOGNITION METHOD AND DEVICE

Номер: US20180061167A1
Автор: Fang Minjie, Huang Xiaoqun, Lin Yumei, Yue Xuyao
Принадлежит: GRG BANKING EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.

A bill softness recognition method and a bill softness recognition device are provided. The method includes: receiving bills; extracting and separating the bills to make the bills enter a bill channel in a separated manner; capturing a single-bill image and a bill background image of each of the extracted bills; rolling the extracted bill to make the bill press a plurality of prearranged force sensors; acquiring effective force signals fed back from the force sensors; acquiring an inclination angle of the bill based on the single-bill image and the bill background image; determining, based on the inclination angle, the force sensor that is pressed by the bill as an effective force sensor; and judging whether the effective force signal of the effective force sensor meets a preset softness condition, and determining the bill as a soft bill if the effective force signal meets the preset softness condition. 1. A bill softness recognition method , comprising:receiving bills;extracting and separating the bills to make the bills enter a bill channel in a separated manner;capturing a single-bill image and a bill background image of each of the extracted bills;rolling the extracted bill to make the bill press a plurality of prearranged force sensors;acquiring effective force signals fed back from the force sensors;acquiring an inclination angle of the bill based on the single-bill image and the bill background image;determining, based on the inclination angle, the force sensor that is pressed by the bill as an effective force sensor; andjudging whether the effective force signal of the effective force sensor meets a preset softness condition, and determining the bill as a soft bill if the effective force signal meets the preset softness condition.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the acquiring the effective force signals fed back from the plurality of force sensors comprises:acquiring original force signals generated by the force sensors in a process from that the ...

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Номер записи: 49
12-03-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR WEIGHING INDIVIDUAL MICRO- AND NANO- SIZED PARTICLES

Номер: US20150068309A1
Автор: Chan Bin-Da, Icoz Kutay, Savran Cagri Abdullah
Принадлежит: PURDUE RESEARCH FOUNDATION

A device for weighing micro- and nano-sized particles. The device includes a base portion, an oscillator coupled to the base portion and configured to vibrate the base portion, a first cantilevered beam coupled to the base portion, a second cantilevered beam coupled to the base portion, a first plurality of fingers coupled to the first cantilevered beam near the tip inwardly pointing toward the second cantilevered beam, and a second plurality of fingers coupled to the second cantilevered beam near the tip inwardly pointing toward the first cantilevered beam. 1. A device for weighing micro- and nano-sized particles , comprising:a base portion;an oscillator coupled to the base portion configured to vibrate the base portion;a first cantilevered beam coupled to the base portion at a proximal end and having a tip portion at a distal end;a second cantilevered beam coupled to the base portion at a proximal end and having a tip portion at a distal end;a first plurality of fingers coupled to the first cantilevered beam near the tip inwardly pointing toward the second cantilevered beam; anda second plurality of fingers coupled to the second cantilevered beam near the tip inwardly pointing toward the first cantilevered beam,the first plurality of fingers interdigitating with the second plurality of fingers such that the first cantilevered beam and the second cantilevered beam can oscillate independent of each other, andwhere the interdigitating fingers separated by gaps that are sufficiently small for light reflected from the interdigitating fingers during oscillation of the first and second cantilevered beams to form a diffraction pattern.2. The device of claim 1 , the tip of the first cantilevered beam includes a first retaining feature configured to maintain position of a particle placed thereon for weighing.3. The device of claim 2 , the tip of the second cantilevered beam includes a second retaining feature configured to maintain position of a reference weight placed ...

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Номер записи: 50
10-03-2016 дата публикации

Load Suspension and Weighing System for a Dialysis Machine Reservoir

Номер: US20160069732A1
Автор: Fazio Joe, Fulkerson Barry Neil, Huang Alec, Kelly Brian Thomas, Nolan Tam, Smith Mark
Принадлежит:

A load suspension and weighing system for a removable reservoir unit of a portable dialysis machine includes a centrally located flexure assembly. The flexure assembly includes magnets and a number of flexure rings which allow for movement of the magnets about a fixed circuit board. Sensors in the circuit board sense changes in the magnetic field as the magnets move in relation to the circuit board. The magnetic field changes produce a voltage output which is used by a processor to generate weight calculations. The top of the flexure assembly is attached to the interior of the dialysis machine. The entirety of the reservoir unit is suspended by a first internal frame that is attached to the bottom of the flexure assembly. Having a single flexure assembly positioned above the reservoir unit provides more accurate weight measurements while also preventing damage to the assembly from water spillage. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. A suspension system for suspending a load inside a dialysis machine , said system comprising:a frame having a first plurality of members, said frame defining a structure around which a portion of said dialysis machine is formed;a top member comprising a first connector for attaching said top member to at least one of said first plurality of members of the frame;a bottom member comprising a second connector for attaching said bottom member to a second plurality of members configured to suspend a fluid container; anda circuit board positioned between said top member and said bottom member;wherein said top member, bottom member, and circuit board are configured to be attached to said frame such that a load placed on the bottom member is translated through said bottom member and top member directly to said ...

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Номер записи: 51
27-02-2020 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC SCALE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING ELECTRONIC SCALE

Номер: US20200064179A1
Автор: Chen Chih-Kang, Huang Chien, KAO Yu Tao, WU Jiun Lin
Принадлежит:

A method for controlling an electronic scale in disclosed in this disclosure, which is applied to measure and indicate a state of an external force, comprises the following steps. A weight sensor detects the external force, and a controller drives a prompting device to emit a first light with a first optical characteristic when the external force detected by the weight sensor reaches a first weight. The controller drives the prompting device to emit a second light with a second optical characteristic when the prompting device emits the first light for a predetermined period, wherein the prompting device continuously emits the second light until the external force reaches a second weight. 1. A method for controlling an electronic scale to measure and indicate an external force , and the method comprising:detecting the external force by a weight sensor;driving a prompting device to emit a first light with a first optical characteristic by a controller when the external force detected by the weight sensor reaches a first weight; anddriving the prompting device to emit a second light with a second optical characteristic by the controller when the prompting device emits the first light for a predetermined period, and the prompting device keeping emitting the second light until the external force reaches a second weight.2. The method for controlling the electronic scale according to claim 1 , wherein driving the prompting device to emit the second light with the second optical characteristic by the controller when the prompting device emits the first light for the predetermined period comprises: driving the prompting device to emit the second light with the second optical characteristic by the controller only when the external force detected by the weight sensor stops increasing and the prompting device emits the first light for the predetermined period.3. The method for controlling the electronic scale according to claim 1 , wherein driving the prompting device to emit ...

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Номер записи: 52
18-03-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC BAIT STATION MONITORING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210076664A1
Автор: Meyers Charles Evan, Zirkle Ashley
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A bait station having an enclosed housing defining an internal volume is disclosed, wherein the internal volume is divided by a partition wall defining a main chamber and an electronics compartment. The electronics compartment has a wireless communication module including a computer processor and transceiver. The main chamber has a single access for a targeted type of pest and a bait access door. A bait platform is located within the main chamber, and a bait monitoring sensor is also located within the main chamber. The bait monitoring sensor is communicatively coupled with the wireless communication module. 1. An electronic bait monitoring system , comprising:a bait station comprising an enclosed housing defining an internal volume, wherein the internal volume is divided by a partition wall defining a main chamber and an electronics compartment;the electronics compartment having a wireless communication module comprising a computer processor and transceiver;the main chamber having a single access for a targeted type of pest and a bait access door;a bait platform located within the main chamber; anda bait monitoring sensor located within the main chamber that is communicatively coupled with the wireless communication module.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the targeted type of pest comprises rodents.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the targeted type of pest comprises insects.4. The electronic bait monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the bait platform is spring mounted in a vertical direction.5. The electronic bait monitoring system of claim 4 , wherein the bait monitoring sensor comprises a digital weight scale located under the bait platform.6. The electronic bait monitoring system of claim 4 , wherein the bait monitoring sensor comprises a flex sensor located under the bait platform.7. The electronic bait monitoring system of claim 4 , wherein the bait monitoring sensor comprises a magnet switch with the two halves mounted in opposing positions on the top ...

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Номер записи: 53
07-03-2019 дата публикации

System and Method for Real-Time Management of Liquid Bottles Content in a Bar or the Like

Номер: US20190072424A1
Автор: Beaupré Mathieu, Clément Gilles, CORRIVEAU Michel, Hebert Francois
Принадлежит:

A system and method for real-time management of liquid bottles contents in a restauration establishment includes a controller and at least one bottle support base coupled to the controller. Each bottle support base includes a bottle-receiving surface, a first sensor that produces a first signal indicative of a weight of a bottle deposited on the surface; a second sensor for reading an identification element on the bottle and for producing a second signal indicative thereof; and a transmitter for transmitting to the controller data indicative of the first and second signal. The controller implements numerous functionalities that are derived from its assessment of the volumes of alcohol in the bottles using the data received from the support bases. 1. A bottle support base that comprises:a bottle-receiving surface,a first sensor coupled to the bottle-receiving surface that produces a first signal indicative of a weight of a bottle deposited on the surface;a second sensor for reading an identification element on the bottle and for producing a second signal indicative thereof; anda transmitter for transmitting data indicative of the first and second signal.2. The bottle support base as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first sensor includes at least one strain gauge that is operatively coupled to the bottle-receiving surface.3. The bottle support base as recited in claim 2 , further comprising an analog to digital converter and amplifier connected to the at least one strain gauge for reading and transforming a signal from the at least one strain gauges.4. The bottle support base as recited in claim 3 , further comprising at least one feedback element coupled to the analog to digital converter and amplifier that produces a feedback in response to the signal from the at least one strain gauge.5. The bottle support base as recited in claim 4 , wherein the feedback is a visual feedback.6. The bottle support base as recited in claim 1 , wherein the second sensor including a ...

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Номер записи: 54
05-03-2020 дата публикации

System and Method for Maintaining Recipe Ratios when Measuring Ingredients for Culinary Combinations

Номер: US20200072658A1
Автор: Barri Darin, Odom Philip T., Richardson Brian, Wallace Michael
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A system and method for assisting a user in assembling a culinary combination according to a recipe. The system comprises a scale and a computing device configured to communicate with the scale. The system displays information regarding ingredients of the recipe and displays a progress of assembling the culinary combination based on the information from the scale. In some embodiments, a bar graph is displayed with a bar proportional to the measured amount of an ingredient of the recipe compared to a target amount for the ingredient. In some embodiments, the system displays a build column of one or more recipe blocks, representing actions or ingredients of the recipe. An active recipe block is displayed with a portion of the recipe block displayed in a different manner in proportion to the measured amount of an ingredient of the recipe compared to a target amount for the ingredient. 1. A method for a smart device with an integral graphical display to assist a user in assembling a culinary combination according to a recipe , the recipe identifying one or more ingredients and one or more target amounts , each of the ingredients associated with one of the target amounts , the method comprising:receiving weight data from a digital kitchen scale;determining a tared weight based on the weight data, wherein the tared weight represents weight added to the scale since taring;displaying one or more recipe blocks, including a first recipe block;selecting the first recipe block as an active block and a first ingredient associated with the first recipe block as an active ingredient, wherein the first ingredient is one of the one or more ingredients, then selecting the target amount associated with the first ingredient as the target amount for the active ingredient, and then taring the tared weight;displaying the active block in an enhanced manner;determining a measured amount of the active ingredient based on the tared weight; anddisplaying a progress of the measured amount of ...

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Номер записи: 55
05-03-2020 дата публикации

System and method for monitoring and reporting liquid nitrogen container level

Номер: US20200072698A1
Автор: Chad A. Johnson, Justin Funk, Nathan Funk, William C. Baird, III, William C. Baird, IV
Принадлежит: Chad A. Johnson, Justin Funk, Nathan Funk, William C. Baird, III, William C. Baird, IV

Exemplary embodiments disclosed herein are directed to systems and methods by which the level of liquid nitrogen in one or more liquid nitrogen storage containers can be monitored and leaks may be detected and reported.

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Номер записи: 56
31-03-2022 дата публикации

MACHINERY AND METHOD OF PRODUCTION OF PASTA FILATA CHEESES

Номер: US20220095578A1
Автор: DI MARSCIANO Andrea, DI PUORTO Paolo
Принадлежит:

Machinery for the production of pasta filata cheeses, including:—preparation cell adapted to receive the raw material, move it and heat it and then transfer it to a—spinning cell adapted to add water and steam, move and heat the mixture to the desired density and then transfer it to a—forming cell which receives the paste from the spinning cell, provided with timed augers and a thermometer to determine the moment in which to push the paste into a forming drum;—control unit, with software to monitor the cooking, spinning and forming conditions of the cheeses;—communication interface. 1. Machinery for the production of pasta filata cheeses , adapted to allow the production of cheeses having all the same organoleptic features and substantially the same flavor , the machinery having a completely automated operation on the basis of dedicated software loaded in a control unit of said machinery; said machinery comprising within the same frame:at least one preparation cell adapted to move the raw material at a predetermined temperature, until the preset temperature and pH values monitored by at least one thermometer and a pH meter connected to said control unit are reached; said preparation cell being provided with a gap previously filled with water, provided with at least one thermometer and with a heating system adapted to keep the water at a predetermined temperature; said preparation cell being provided with common mechanical transfer means for conveying a predetermined amount of rennet and water into a spinning cell;said spinning cell adapted to receive in whole or in part the product coming from said preparation cell, move the product, heat the product up to a predetermined temperature and for a given time interval and add water and steam at a predetermined temperature until the desired paste is obtained; said spinning cell being internally provided with at least one pair of bi-directional augers independent of each other associated with a timed geared motor adapted ...

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Номер записи: 57
12-03-2020 дата публикации

INDIVIDUAL IDENTIFICATION DEVICE, INDIVIDUAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM, CONTROL METHOD FOR INDIVIDUAL IDENTIFICATION DEVICE, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Номер: US20200077625A1
Автор: SANUKI KENICHI
Принадлежит:

The present invention accurately identifies an individual which is present in a certain region. A control section () includes: a weight obtaining section () configured to obtain a weight; an action information obtaining section () configured to obtain action information; a weight change detecting section () configured to detect at least one of entrance and exit timings and a stay period; and an individual identifying section () configured to identify, based on action information in at least one of the entrance and exit timing and the stay period, an individual which stayed in the certain region. 1. An individual identifying device comprising:a weight obtaining section configured to obtain, at certain time intervals, a weight applied to a certain region;an action information obtaining section configured to obtain one or more pieces of action information on respective ones of one or more animals, each of the one or more pieces of action information indicating whether or not a corresponding one of the one or more animals is moving;a weight change detecting section configured to detect at least one of a timing and a period in each of which a change over time in the weight obtained by the weight obtaining section indicates a certain change; andan individual identifying section configured to identify, based on the one or more pieces of action information in at least one of the timing and the period, an individual which stayed in the certain region.2. The individual identifying device according to claim 1 , wherein:the weight change detecting section is configured to detect, as a first timing, a timing at which the weight obtained by the weight obtaining section has become not less than a first threshold; andthe individual identifying section is configured to identify, based on the one or more pieces of action information at the first timing, the individual which stayed in the certain region.3. The individual identifying device according to claim 1 , whereinthe weight ...

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Номер записи: 58
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Feeder Unit, Feeder Module Comprising Feeder Units, and Method for Discharging a Constant Mass Flow of One or More Powders Into a Receiving Container

Номер: US20200079533A1
Автор: Schaepman Alexander Clemens Henricus Josef, Verhoest Bart Peter, Vugts Johannes Adrianus Jozef Maria
Принадлежит: GEA Process Engineering nv

A method for processing pharmaceutical powders, which comprises providing a feeder module including a plurality of feeder units each with a storage hopper, a weighing cell, a conveyer, and a discharge end, connecting the storage hopper to a refilling system with a refilling valve, connecting the refilling valve to a level or weight indicator disposed above the refilling valve, connecting the discharge end to a common receiving container, refilling the storage hopper with a powder intermittently 40 to 80 times per hour, storing data during refilling, transporting powder from the storage hopper with the respective conveyer, and discharging powder from each feeder unit into the common receiving container. During each refilling of the storage hopper, the refilling valve dispenses powder into the storage hopper and, during the step of transporting the powder from the storage hopper, the conveyer is operated according to the data collected during previous refills. 1providing a feeder module including a plurality of feeder units;providing each feeder unit with a storage hopper, a weighing cell, a conveyer, and a discharge end;connecting the storage hopper of each feeder unit to a refilling system with a refilling valve;connecting the refilling valve to at least one of a level or weight indicator disposed above the refilling valve;connecting the discharge end of each feeder unit to a common receiving container;refilling the storage hopper of each feeder unit with a powder intermittently 40 to 80 times per hour;storing data about the powder filled in the feeder unit during refilling;transporting powder from the storage hopper of each feeder unit with the respective conveyer; and during each refilling of the storage hopper of each feeder unit, the respective refilling valve dispenses approximately the same amount of the powder into the storage hopper; and', 'during the step of transporting the powder from the storage hopper of each feeder unit, the conveyer is operated ...

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Номер записи: 59
31-03-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS FOR RETAINING AND WEIGHING VARIOUSLY CONFIGURED CONTAINERS

Номер: US20220099477A1
Автор: Salomon Alexandra, West Richard
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A weigh scale for use with a fluid processing system including a reusable hardware component and a single use fluid circuit having a plurality of containers interconnected by a plurality of tubing segments. The weigh scale includes a load cell, a bracket secured to the load cell, and a container support clip secured to a connection shaft. The upper end of the connection shaft is configured to be received in the bracket so as to permit the container support clip to self-center with respect to the bracket. 1. A weigh scale for use with a fluid processing system comprising a reusable hardware component and a single use fluid flow circuit comprising a plurality of containers interconnected by a plurality of tubing segments , the weigh scale comprising:a) a load cell;b) a bracket secured to the load cell; andc) a container support clip secured to a connection shaft, the connection shaft having an upper end configured to be received in the bracket so as to permit the container support clip to self-center with respect to the bracket.2. The weigh scale of wherein the upper end of the connection shaft is configured to be received in the bracket so as to permit the container support clip to move with two degrees of freedom relative to orthogonal axes located in a horizontal plane of the bracket.3. The weigh scale of wherein the upper end of the connection shaft is further configured to limit rotation of the container support clip about a vertical axis of the connection shaft.4. The weigh scale of one of wherein the upper end of the connection shaft extends outwardly and has a hemispheric-shaped lower portion and an upper portion comprising generally flat claim 1 , vertically-oriented side walls claim 1 , and the bracket has complementarily-shaped surfaces for receiving the upper and lower portions of the upper end of the connection shaft claim 1 , with the hemispheric-shaped lower portion permitting the container support clip to move with two degrees of freedom relative to ...

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Номер записи: 60
30-03-2017 дата публикации

Calibration apparatus

Номер: US20170089752A1
Автор: Norikazu Osawa, Tsutomu Otaki
Принадлежит: Tatsuno Corp

To provide a calibration device for apparatus filling a gas such as hydrogen gas and capable of precisely measuring quantity of the gas such as hydrogen gas that are filled at high pressure. A calibration device 100 according to the present invention includes a measurement housing 10 accommodating a filling vessel 2 to which a high pressure fuel gas is fed from outside; a scale 3 for measuring a weight of a fuel gas fed to the filling vessel 2 ; and a main body housing 10 accommodating the measurement housing 1 and the scale 3.

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Номер записи: 61
30-03-2017 дата публикации

CALIBRATION DEVICE

Номер: US20170089753A1
Автор: OSAWA Norikazu, OTAKI Tsutomu
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To provide a calibration device for apparatus filling a gas such as hydrogen gas and capable of efficiently and safely measuring weight and amount of the gas such as hydrogen gas that are filled at high pressure. Calibration devices according to the present invention include a measurement housing , accommodated in a housing main body , to the measurement housing a high pressure fuel gas being fed from outside of the housing main body ; and a scale for measuring a weight of a fuel gas fed to the measurement housing , wherein an inside of the measurement housing is visible from outside of the housing main body 1. A calibration device comprising:a measurement housing, accommodated in a housing main body, to said measurement housing a high pressure fuel gas being fed from outside of the housing main body; anda scale for measuring a weight of a fuel gas fed to the measurement housing,wherein an inside of the measurement housing is visible from outside of the housing main body.2. The calibration device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said measurement housing is made of a transparent resin with antistatic function.3. The calibration device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising status monitoring equipment disposed in the measurement housing claim 1 , wherein data measured by the status monitoring equipment are transmitted outside the housing main body.4. The calibration device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a filling gas discharging pipe connected to the measurement housing; anda depressurizing valve mounted to the filling gas discharging pipe.5. The calibration device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a first lifting device for separating the measurement housing from the scale in a vertical direction or mounting the measurement housing on the scale.6. The calibration device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a second lifting device for lifting the housing main body to adjust and secure a horizontal condition of the scale.7. The calibration ...

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Номер записи: 62
30-03-2017 дата публикации

CALIBRATION DEVICE AND CALIBRATION METHOD

Номер: US20170089754A1
Автор: OSAWA Norikazu, OTAKI Tsutomu
Принадлежит:

To provide a calibration device for apparatus filling a gas such as hydrogen gas and capable of precisely measuring quantity of the gas that is filled at high pressure. A calibration device of the present invention includes: a filling vessel , accommodated in a measurement housing , to the filling vessel a high pressure fuel gas such as hydrogen gas being fed from outside of the measurement housing ; a scale for measuring a weight of a fuel gas fed to the filling vessel ; and a control device CU for eliminating an error caused by changing buoyant force from a gas in the measurement housing before and after filling the fuel gas. 1. A calibration device comprising: a scale for measuring a weight of a fuel gas fed to the filling vessel; and', 'a control device for eliminating an error caused by changing buoyant force from a gas in the measurement housing before and after filling the fuel gas., 'a filling vessel, accommodated in a measurement housing, to said filling vessel a high pressure fuel gas being fed from outside of the measurement housing;'}2. The calibration device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said control device calculates a buoyant force acting on sum of capacities of equipment accommodated in the measurement housing to eliminate the error caused by changing buoyant force from the gas in the measurement housing before and after filling the fuel gas.3. A calibration method for a fuel gas filling apparatus with the calibration device as claimed in claim 1 , comprising the steps of:measuring weights of the measurement housing before and after filling the fuel gas; andeliminating an error caused by changing the buoyant force from a gas in the measurement housing before and after filling the fuel gas from a difference of weights of the measurement housing before and after filling the fuel gas.4. The calibration method as claimed in claim 3 , wherein in the step for eliminating the error claim 3 , calculation of the buoyant force from the gas in the measurement ...

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Номер записи: 63
05-05-2022 дата публикации

Weight measurement system, weigh head apparatus and methods

Номер: US20220136887A1
Автор: James John Edward Pugh, James William Holland
Принадлежит: Duradiamond Software Ltd

A weigh head apparatus ( 102 ) for cooperation with a data processing unit for use in livestock weighing. The weigh head apparatus is inexpensive, easy to upgrade and has low maintenance costs. The weight head apparatus has: a signal converting module ( 106 ) operable to convert one or more analogue load signal into a plurality of digital load values; and a data transmitting module ( 108 ) operable to transmit a stream of the digital load values over a wireless connection to the data processing unit. The stream is a real-time stream and the digital load values are raw instantaneous analogue-to-digital converter output values. A command receiving module ( 109 ) is configured to receive a transmit-stream command from the data processing unit, wherein the data transmitting module ( 108 ) is operable to transmit the stream of the digital load values in response to the received transmit-stream command.

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Номер записи: 64
12-05-2022 дата публикации

MULTIPLE MODE ARTIFICIAL FISHING LURE

Номер: US20220142132A1
Автор: BATTAH BASIL E., Castaneda Robert
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A multiple mode fishing lure that includes a main body portion having a waterproof inner capsule, the waterproof inner capsule containing an electronic circuit to produce sounds which mimic bait fish. The electronic circuit includes a controller having pre-recorded bait fish sounds replaceably stored thereon and operationally coupled to a speaker to broadcast the bait fish sounds, a power source for providing power to the components of the electronic circuit, and a plurality of electrodes, wherein each electrode can be actuated, and wherein actuation of at least one of the plurality of electrodes gives an operational result. The multiple mode fishing lure further includes at least one hook coupled to the main body. 1. A multiple mode fishing lure , comprising: [ [ a speaker to broadcast bait fish sounds generated from said digital sound file data;', 'a wireless transceiver configured to receive said digital sound file data from said user-controlled external device;', 'a plurality of electrodes, wherein each of the electrodes of said plurality of electrodes is actuated via an actuation means, and wherein actuation of at least one electrode of said plurality of electrodes gives an operational result; and, 'a controller having a memory configured to replaceably store digital sound file data, wherein said digital sound file data is transmitted from a user-controlled external device, said controller being operationally coupled to, 'a power source for providing power to said electronic circuit; and, 'said waterproof inner capsule containing an electronic circuit comprising, 'at least one hook coupled to said main body portion., 'a main body portion having a waterproof inner capsule;'}2. The multiple mode fishing lure of claim 1 , wherein said operational result is changing a power state of said multiple mode fishing lure.3. The multiple mode fishing lure of claim 2 , wherein said operational result is obtained by actuation of all of said plurality of electrodes.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 65
28-03-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS TO SENSE THE WEIGHT OF GRAIN IN A GRAIN ELEVATOR

Номер: US20190090420A1
Автор: Advani Gurmukh, Anderson Noel W., King Ryan
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Methods and apparatus to sense the weight of grain in a grain elevator are disclosed. A disclosed example grain elevator includes a grain transport member to transport grain, a driving member to move the grain transport member, a first tension sensor to sense a first tension in the driving member, and a weight determiner to estimate a weight of the grain based on the first tension. 1. A grain elevator , comprising:a grain transport member to transport grain;a driving member to move the grain transport member;a first tension sensor to sense a first tension in the driving member; anda weight determiner to estimate a weight of the grain based on the first tension.2. The grain elevator of claim 1 , wherein the first tension sensor includes:a radio frequency (RF) identification (ID) tag mounted to at least one of the driving member or the first tension sensor; andan RFID communication device to, when the RFID tag is proximate to the RFID communication device, wirelessly provide power to the RFID tag to power the first tension sensor, and obtain from the RFID tag a value representative of the first tension.3. The grain elevator of claim 1 , wherein the driving member includes a roller chain claim 1 , and the first tension sensor includes a force sensing pin having a sensor to sense the first tension claim 1 , the force sensing pin coupled between two links of the roller chain.4. The grain elevator of claim 1 , wherein the driving member includes a roller chain claim 1 , and the first tension sensor includes a strain gauge having a sensor to sense the first tension claim 1 , the strain gauge coupled between two links of the roller chain.5. The grain elevator of claim 1 , wherein the first tension sensor includes at least one of a roller tension sensor claim 1 , or a torsion arm sensor.6. The grain elevator of claim 1 , further including a second tension sensor to sense a second tension in the driving member claim 1 , the weight determiner to determine the weight of the ...

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Номер записи: 66
26-06-2014 дата публикации

WEIGHING ROUND BALES

Номер: US20140174303A1
Автор: Dumarey Robrecht M.K., Fitzkee Douglas S., Missotten Bart M.A., Posselius John H., Smith Kevin M., Verhaeghe Didier O.M.
Принадлежит: CNH AMERICA LLC

Embodiments relate to weighing a bale formed by a round baler. One or more load cells, but not including load cells at each support of the baler, are used to obtain a measurement of the baler containing the bale and a measurement of the baler empty. Factors related to the slope of the surface on which the baler is located, the size of the bale, and the shape of the bale are used to adjust the measured weight of the bale. 1. A method of weighing a bale formed by a baler , the method comprising:obtaining one or more bale weight measurements, with one or more load sensors, of the baler with a formed bale contained therein;obtaining one or more empty baler weight measurements, with the one or more load sensors, of the baler empty; anddetermining, by a processing unit in communication with the one or more load sensors, a corrected bale weight by adjusting a first bale weight, the first bale weight a function of the one or more bale weight measurements and the one or more empty baler weight measurements; wherein the first bale weight is adjusted based upon one or more of (i) one or more slopes on a surface on which the baler is positioned; (ii) a size of the bale; and (iii) a shape of the bale.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more bale weight measurements and the one or more empty baler weight measurements are obtained at fewer than each support position of the baler.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more bale weight measurements are obtained during a wrap cycle of the formed bale.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more empty baler weight measurements are obtained during a tailgate close cycle.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more slopes comprises one or more of a front-to-back angle and a side-to-side angle of the baler.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein a first of the one or more load sensors is positioned at a first wheel axle of the baler claim 5 , and a second of the one or more load sensors is positioned at a second ...

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Номер записи: 67
26-06-2014 дата публикации

System for managing bulk liquids and/or solids

Номер: US20140174837A1
Автор: André Peter, Christian Marty, Daniel Kneubuehl, Emanuel Masel, Markus Troxler, Martin Lustenberger
Принадлежит: Roche Diagnostics Operations Inc

A system for managing of bulk liquids and/or bulk solids for in-vitro diagnostics is disclosed. The system comprises a sample processing unit and a container unit for receiving a supply container supplying the sample processing unit with a bulk liquid/solid and/or a waste container receiving waste from the sample processing unit. The system further comprises a weight measuring device comprising a loading plate, a base and a force measuring cell. The force measuring cell comprises a sensor comprising a tensioned sensor wire. The loading plate is biased with respect to the base by a weight applied to the loading plate by a container and to transfer force to the force measuring cell. The transferred force causes a deformation of the force measuring cell and a change in tension of the sensor wire causing a change in vibrational frequency resulting in a signal indicative of the weight of the container.

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Номер записи: 68
19-03-2020 дата публикации

METERED DISPENSE INPUT DEVICE

Номер: US20200089262A1
Автор: Rittenhouse Kent, Sawaski Joel D., Spangler Anthony G., Wales Joshua
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The present disclosure relates to a metered dispense input device that wirelessly communicates with a wireless control module of an electronic faucet to allow wireless control of the faucet such that selected volumes of water can be dispensed. The present disclosure further relates to a metered dispense input device that is integrated into an electronic faucet to allow the dispensing of selected volumes of water. 1. A metered dispense input unit for a faucet comprising:a shell defining a chamber;an input controller disposed within the chamber and operably coupled with an electrically operable valve of a faucet;a rotatable first dial supported by the shell and operably coupled to the input controller, wherein the rotational position of the first dial selects one of a first plurality of values corresponding with a numerical unit;a rotatable second dial supported by the shell and operably coupled to the input controller, wherein the rotational position of the second dial selects one of a second plurality of values corresponding with a fluid serving size; andan activation button positioned above the first dial and in communication with the input controller, the activation button operably coupled to the first dial and the second dial, wherein actuation of the activation button communicates the values selected by the first dial and the second dial to the input controller for dispensing a volume of fluid defined by the numerical measurement unit selected by the first dial and the fluid serving size selected by the second dial.2. The metered dispense input unit of claim 1 , further including a wireless transceiver configured to transmit wireless signals to a valve controller to control operation of the electrically operable valve of the faucet.3. The metered dispense input unit of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one potentiometer in communication with the input controller;a first linkage operably coupling the first dial to the at least one potentiometer; anda second ...

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Номер записи: 69
12-05-2022 дата публикации

Fluid treatment of 3D printed objects

Номер: US20220143924A1
Автор: Galdeano Castillo Eduard, Torres Pinero Alejandro, Vega Velasco Miguel
Принадлежит: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.

Apparatus is described comprising a chamber (), which further comprises an interior (), a sensor (), a fluid dispenser () and a controller (). A 3D printed object can be disposed in the chamber (). The sensor () is arranged to weigh the chamber () or the whole contents of the chamber (). The fluid dispenser () is arranged to dispense fluid into the interior () of the chamber () and the controller () can determine the weight of the 3D printed object and control the fluid dispenser (). A system and a non-transitory machine-readable storage medium encoded with instructions executable by a processor. 1. Apparatus comprising:a chamber comprising an interior into which a 3D printed object can be disposed;a sensor arranged to weigh the chamber or the whole contents of the chamber;a fluid dispenser, the fluid dispenser being arranged to dispense fluid into the interior of the chamber; anda controller to determine the weight of a 3D printed object in the chamber and control the fluid dispenser.2. Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the fluid dispenser is selected from a steam injector claim 1 , a humidifier claim 1 , a sprinkler claim 1 , a container claim 1 , a water tank claim 1 , a water vapor dispenser claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the apparatus further comprises one or more trays onto which a 3D printed object can be disposed and wherein the sensor is present in the tray.4. Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the controller can control the fluid dispenser to dispense fluid for a pre-set period of time.5. Apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the controller is connected to the sensor and can determine the weight of the 3D printed object by receiving input from the sensor.6. A system comprising:a chamber comprising an interior into which a 3D printed object can be disposed;a sensor that can weigh a 3D printed object in the chamber;a fluid dispenser, the fluid dispenser being arranged to ...

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Номер записи: 70
28-03-2019 дата публикации

INTEGRAL FLUID MEASUREMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20190094062A1
Автор: Bellinger Mark, Brown Rollin W.
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An integral fluid measurement system includes a first sensor configured to communicate using a first communication technology, a second sensor configured to communicate using a second communication technology, and a hybrid interface unit including a first interface configured to communicate with a first sensor using a first communication technology and a second interface configured to communicate with a second sensor using a second communication technology, where the first and second communication technologies are different from each other and may include electrical, fiber optic, radio frequency, optical pulse, and sonic pulse. The hybrid interface unit may also include a digital signal processor, data bus, and power supply, and may be capable of being disposed on a fluid tank wall. 1. A hybrid interface unit for communicating with one or more sensors disposed in a fluid tank , the hybrid interface unit comprising:a hybrid interface, the hybrid interface configured to communicate with a first sensor disposed in the fluid tank using a first communication technology, and with a second sensor disposed in the fluid tank using a second communication technology different from the first communication technology;a data bus interface; anda digital signal processor, the digital signal processor configured to exchange data between the hybrid interface and the data bus interface.2. The hybrid interface unit of claim 1 , wherein the hybrid interface is configured to communicate to a third sensor using a third communication technology.3. The hybrid interface unit of claim 2 , wherein the hybrid interface is configured to communicate to a fourth sensor using a fourth communication technology.4. The hybrid interface unit of claim 3 , wherein the hybrid interface is configured to communicate to a fifth sensor using a fifth communication technology.5. The hybrid interface unit of claim 1 , wherein:the first communication technology is selected from the group consisting of electrical, ...

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Номер записи: 71
12-04-2018 дата публикации

WEIGHING MODULE FOR A NEST IN A POULTRY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND NEST

Номер: US20180098528A1
Автор: Grave Johann Henrich, Schürmann Michael
Принадлежит: Big Dutchman International GmbH

A weighing module for a nest in a poultry management system comprises a floor for receiving poultry or a nesting pad and a mounting device with which the weighing module can be attached to an animal holding installation, wherein the floor is supported by a weighing element. 114.-. (canceled)15. A weighing module for a nest in a poultry management system comprising:a floor for receiving poultry or a nesting pad and a mounting device within which the weighing module can be attached to an animal holding installation, wherein the floor is supported by a weighing element.16. The weighing module for a nest in a poultry management system of claim 15 , wherein the animal holding installation is a nest installation.17. The weighing module pursuant to claim 15 , wherein the floor is supported by at least two weighing elements claim 15 , and one weighing element each is disposed on two opposite sides of the floor claim 15 , andwherein, during operation, the floor is slanted towards the horizontal.18. The weighing module pursuant to claim 15 , wherein the floor is supported by four weighing elements.19. The weighing module pursuant to claim 15 , further comprising two opposite edges of the floor claim 15 , wherein during operation claim 15 , an upper edge of the floor and a lower edge of the floor are attached to a guide rail claim 15 , respectively claim 15 , andwherein during operation, the upper edge of the floor is supported by a spacer element, andwherein a transmission device is arranged and configured to transmit data determined by the weighing element.20. The weighing module pursuant to claim 15 , wherein the weighing module is configured to determine a value for a weight of a poultry animal from the data determined by the weighing elements claim 15 , and to determine a value for a weight of a poultry animal on the basis of a total weight difference; andwherein the weighing module is configured to detect the laying of an egg by a poultry animal on the weighing module ...

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Номер записи: 72
12-04-2018 дата публикации

MULTI-WELL PLATES AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Номер: US20180099273A1
Автор: LAVI Ben Zion, SHEFFER Eitan, TURGEMAN Shlomo
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There is provided plate equipped with a mechanism to facilitate determination of the amount of a fluid added to or removed from a well in the plate. Other embodiments are also described. 150-. (canceled)51. A method for measuring the change in an amount of fluid in a plate , the plate including:a first substantially planar surface having at least one first aperture defined therein;a second substantially planar surface substantially parallel to the first substantially planar surface, the second substantially planar surface being spaced from the first substantially planar surface;at least one well located substantially within the plate, said at least one well having a second aperture associated with one of said at least one first aperture and in alignment therewith, said at least one well having a sidewall and a bottom, a major portion of said at least one well extending from the vicinity of said first substantially planar surface toward said second substantially planar surface, said major portion of said at least one well being displaceable within the region between the first and second substantially planar surfaces away from said first substantially planar surface toward said second substantially planar surface; andat least one signal provider, functionally associated with said at least one well, capable of producing a signal in response to displacement of said major portion of said at least one well away from said first surface toward said second substantially planar surface,wherein said first and second surfaces are spaced apart by a plurality of sidewalls extending between said first and second surfaces,the method comprising;recording an initial signal provided by said signal provider at a first time;after a fluid has been added to at least one well in said plate, obtaining from said signal provider a second signal at a second time after said first time; andon the basis of a difference between said initial signal and said second signal, calculating the change in ...

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Номер записи: 73
26-03-2020 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR COMPOSITE SHEET WEIGHT DETERMINATIONS

Номер: US20200096380A1
Автор: Hofman Gertjan, HUGHES MICHAEL KON YEW, Mounter Paul, Nebel Tobias, Tixier Sebastien
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A measurement apparatus for weight measuring composite sheet including a sheet material having a second material thereon as a coating and/or as embedded particles therein. The apparatus includes an x-ray sensor for providing an x-ray signal from x-ray irradiating the composite sheet and an infrared (IR) sensor for providing an IR signal from IR irradiating the composite sheet. A computing device is coupled to receive the x-ray signal and the IR signal that includes a processor having an associated memory for implementing an algorithm, where the algorithm uses the x-ray signal and the IR signal to compute a plurality of weights selected from a weight of the sheet material, a weight of the second material, and a total weight of the composite sheet. 1. A measurement apparatus for weight measuring of a composite sheet comprising a sheet material having a second material thereon as a coating or as embedded particles therein , comprising:an x-ray sensor including an x-ray source and an x-ray detector for providing an x-ray signal from X-ray irradiating the composite sheet;an infrared (IR) sensor including at least one IR source, at least one IR filter and at least one IR detector for providing an IR signal from IR irradiating the composite sheet, anda computing device coupled to receive the x-ray signal and the IR signal including a processor having an associated memory for implementing an algorithm,wherein the algorithm uses the x-ray signal and the IR signal to compute a plurality of weights selected from a weight of the sheet material, a weight of the second material, and a total weight of the composite sheet.2. The measurement apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a scanner head claim 1 , wherein the x-ray sensor and the IR sensor are both moveable by the scanner head for scanning the composite sheet to generate a two-dimensional (2D) measurement profile.3. The measurement apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the IR sensor comprises a transmissive sensor.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 74
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Animal weighing scale

Номер: US20180103617A1
Автор: Ken Ihara, Naoto Izumo, Shunsuke KASAMATSU
Принадлежит: A&D Co Ltd

Provided is an animal weighing scale that automatically measures a weight of an animal by a simple configuration. The animal weighing scale includes a breeding container for laboratory animals and a scale including a weighing pan supported by a weight sensor, the weighing pan is disposed inside a breeding space of the breeding container, and the weight sensor is disposed inside or outside the breeding space, and accordingly, based on a measurement value change when an animal inside the container is placed onto the pan, a weight change of the animal can be continuously recorded.

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Номер записи: 75
04-04-2019 дата публикации

OPTICAL AND ELECTROMECHANICAL RESONATOR

Номер: US20190101488A1
Автор: AGACHE Vincent, FEDELI Jean-Marc, Hentz Sebastien, Virot Leopold
Принадлежит: Commissariat A L'Energie Atomique Et Aux Energies Alternatives

The invention is an electromechanical resonator, comprising a fixed portion () and an oscillator (), the oscillator being able to oscillate at a resonant frequency (f), the oscillator comprising: 2. The electromechanical resonator according to claim 1 , wherein the fluidic channel and the waveguide extend claim 1 , in the oscillator claim 1 , while being claim 1 , at least partially claim 1 , symmetric with respect to each other.4. The electromechanical resonator according to claim 1 , wherein the waveguide comprises:a thin layer of a first material, of a first refractive index;a solid channel, formed from a second material, of a second refractive index, the second refractive index being strictly lower than the first refractive index, the solid channel being produced, in the oscillator, under the thin layer, such that the light wave is able to propagate, in the thin layer, facing the solid channel;a third material, of a third refractive index, the third refractive index being strictly lower than the first refractive index, the thin layer of first material lying between the solid channel and the third material.5. The electromechanical resonator according to claim 4 , wherein:the third material is formed by an ambient medium in which the electromechanical resonator is located;or the third material is formed by an encapsulating layer deposited on the thin layer of first material.6. The electromechanical resonator according to claim 4 , wherein the fluidic channel defines a fluidic volume claim 4 , and wherein the solid channel defines a confining volume claim 4 , the electromechanical resonator being such that the fluidic volume claim 4 , multiplied by the density of the fluid intended to flow through the fluidic channel claim 4 , is equal claim 4 , to within 30% claim 4 , to the confining volume multiplied by the density of the second material.7. The electromechanical resonator according to claim 1 , comprising at least one anchoring element claim 1 , joining the ...

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Номер записи: 76
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Method of Filling a Weighing Container for Plastics Granulate

Номер: US20180104859A1
Автор: Stefan Konermann
Принадлежит: Plast Control GmbH

The method of filling a weighing container ( 10 ) for plastics granulate ( 12 ), wherein the granulate is dropped from a supply tube ( 26 ) into the weighing container ( 10 ) via a shutter ( 22 ), wherein the weighing container ( 10 ) is closed-off on the top side by a wall having a conical part ( 16 ) that reaches directly up the shutter ( 22 ), and in that the weighing container is filled with granulate up to the level of the shutter ( 22 ).

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Номер записи: 77
19-04-2018 дата публикации

WEIGHING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR A FILLING LINE FOR FILLING CONTAINERS OF PHARMACEUTICAL, MEDICAL, FOOD PRODUCTS AND THE LIKE

Номер: US20180106661A1
Автор: CESARI Alessandro, COLAUTTI Stefano, LANDINI Massimo
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A weighing apparatus for a filling line for filling containers of pharmaceutical, medical, food products and the like includes a weighing unit and a suction unit designed to generate a suction air flow directed and adjusted in such a way as to affect in a controllable manner the value of a weight detected by the weighing unit. 119-. (canceled)20. A weighing apparatus for a filling line for filling containers of pharmaceutical , medical , food products and the like , comprising(a) at least one weighing unit including at least one weighing device including at least one container support and at least one sensor unit which detects a value of a weight force acting on the container support; and(b) at least one suction unit which generates a suction air flow that is directed and adjusted in such a way as to controllably affect the value of said weight force detected by said at least one sensor unit.21. The weighing apparatus as defined in claim 21 , and further comprising(c) a covering and protecting structure which contains and protects said at least one weighing unit and said at least one suction unit; and(d) a laminar flow generating unit which generates a laminar air flow within said covering and protecting structure.22. The weighing apparatus as defined in claim 20 , wherein said suction unit and said laminar flow generating unit are configured to cause the interaction of said suction air flow and said laminar air flow at least at said at least one weighing unit.23. The weighing apparatus as defined in claim 20 , and further comprising a container advancing device which moves the containers along an advancing direction and a container transferring device which transfers the containers between said container advancing device and said at least one weighing unit claim 20 , respectively.2423. The weighing apparatus as defined in claim 20 , wherein said at least one weighing unit is positioned in an intermediate position between said container advancing device and said at ...

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Номер записи: 78
20-04-2017 дата публикации

Scale

Номер: US20170108368A1
Автор: Betts-lacroix Jonathan, Harada Kevin
Принадлежит: Vium, Inc

A sterile scale is described suitable for automated use in animal cages. A case is covered by a flexible membrane that provides both sealing against pathogens and mechanical compliance for transfer of weight on an above weighing platform through a single sealed penetration in the membrane to a load cell in the case. The membrane comprises a perimeter that is attached and sealed to the case with a membrane frame, a penetration area, penetrated by a rigid weight-bearing element, and an isolating compliance area. A skirt on the weighing platform surrounds the case, protecting detritus from entering from below onto the membrane, while providing open-air movement. The weighing platform and case are easily separated permitting fluid-based sterilization of both. The weight-bearing element may contain an electrical connection from the case to the platform, through the membrane. 1. A sterilizable weighing scale comprising:a case comprising an interior;a lid;a load cell comprising a free end and a fixed end mechanically rigid with the case, in the interior of the case;a flexible membrane comprising a perimeter fixed zone, a central penetration zone, and a compliance zone; wherein the compliance zone isolates the fixed zone from the penetration zone;a membrane frame, clamping a portion of the fixed zone of the flexible membrane, enclosing the compliance zone, to the case such that a sterile seal is created between an upper surface of the flexible membrane and a lower surface of the flexible membrane;a penetrating fastener, wherein the penetrating fastener penetrates the penetration zone of the flexible membrane, wherein the penetration is sealed; and wherein a upper end of the penetrating fastener is above the flexible membrane and a lower end of the penetrating fastener, below the flexible membrane; is mechanically rigid under compression with the free end of the load cell;wherein the upper end of the penetrating fastener is adapted to rigidly connect with the lid;wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 79
29-04-2021 дата публикации

Agricultural sampling system and related methods

Номер: US20210123836A1
Автор: Dale Koch, Kent LEVY, Matthew O'NEALL, Reid HARMAN, Todd Swanson
Принадлежит: PRECISION PLANTING LLC

An automated computer-controlled sampling system and related methods for collecting, processing, and analyzing agricultural samples for various chemical properties such as plant available nutrients. The sampling system allows multiple samples to be processed and analyzed for different analytes or chemical properties in a simultaneous concurrent or semi-concurrent manner. Advantageously, the system can process soil samples in the “as collected” condition without drying or grinding. The system generally includes a sample preparation sub-system which receives soil samples collected by a probe collection sub-system and produces a slurry (i.e. mixture of soil, vegetation, and/or manure and water), and a chemical analysis sub-system which processes the prepared slurry samples for quantifying multiple analytes and/or chemical properties of the sample. The sample preparation and chemical analysis sub-systems can be used to analyze soil, vegetation, and/or manure samples.

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Номер записи: 80
29-04-2021 дата публикации

Agricultural sampling system and related methods

Номер: US20210123936A1
Автор: Dale Koch, Hayden SPLECHTER, Timothy Schaefer, Todd Swanson
Принадлежит: PRECISION PLANTING LLC

An automated computer-controlled sampling system and related methods for collecting, processing, and analyzing agricultural samples for various chemical properties such as plant available nutrients. The sampling system allows multiple samples to be processed and analyzed for different analytes or chemical properties in a simultaneous concurrent or semi-concurrent manner. Advantageously, the system can process soil samples in the “as collected” condition without drying or grinding. The system generally includes a sample preparation sub-system which receives soil samples collected by a probe collection sub-system and produces a slurry (i.e. mixture of soil, vegetation, and/or manure and water), and a chemical analysis sub-system which processes the prepared slurry samples for quantifying multiple analytes and/or chemical properties of the sample. The sample preparation and chemical analysis sub-systems can be used to analyze soil, vegetation, and/or manure samples.

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Номер записи: 81
11-04-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING SNOWPACK CHARACTERISTICS

Номер: US20190107646A1
Автор: Strachan Scotty, Trustman Benjamin
Принадлежит: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on Behalf of the Univ. of Nevada, Reno

A system for determining snowpack characteristics includes a weight plate, at least one pressure sensor, and an inert plate surrounding the weight plate. The weight plate and the inert plate can be spaced apart from one another, and, in some cases, the weight plate has a perimeter and the inert plate surrounds the entirety of the perimeter of the weight plate with a gap formed therebetween. 1. A system for determining snowpack characteristics , comprising:a weight plate;at least one pressure sensor; andan inert plate surrounding the weight plate,wherein the weight plate and the inert plate are spaced apart from one another2. (canceled)3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the weight plate has a perimeter and the inert plate surrounds the entirety of the perimeter of the weight plate with a gap formed therebetween.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pressure sensor is affixed to the weight plate.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the weight plate and the at least one pressure sensor are removable.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the weight plate and inert plate are aluminum.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the weight plate rests on one or more metal plates attached to the inert plate.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more metal plates attached to the inert plate comprise two spaced-apart plates that are parallel to one another.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more metal plates attached to the inert plate suspend below the inert plate.10. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more metal plates attached to the inert plate are located off the ground when the system is in use.11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the weight plate rests on at least two metal plates.12. (canceled)13. The system of claim 1 , wherein the weight plate and inert plate contains holes to allow for liquid drainage.14. (canceled)15. The system of wherein the weight plate sits below an upper surface of the inert plate.16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. The ...

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Номер записи: 82
29-04-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM OF WEIGHT-BASED PORTION INVENTORY CONTROL IN MIXOLOGY OF BEVERAGES

Номер: US20210125139A1
Автор: GREGORY Norman Scott
Принадлежит: GREGORY INNOVATIONS, LLC

An example method includes receiving, from a first scale, a container weight of a first container. The method also includes receiving, from a second scale, a container weight of a second container. The method also includes receiving, from the first scale, a second container weight of the first container after a portion of liquid is removed from the first container, and receiving, from the second scale, a second container weight of the second container after the portion of the liquid is added to the second container. The method also includes determining a removed weight of the portion of the liquid from the first container, determining an added weight of the portion of the liquid in the second container, and determining whether the removed weight and added weight match a target weight. 1. A method , comprising:receiving, from communication circuitry of a first weigh scale, a first container weight of a first container, wherein the first container includes a liquid and is disposed on the first weigh scale at a first container station;receiving, from communication circuitry of a second weigh scale, a first container weight of a second container, wherein the second container is disposed on the second weigh scale at a second container station;receiving, from the communication circuitry of the first weigh scale, a second container weight of the first container after a portion of the liquid is removed from the first container;receiving, from the communication circuitry of the second weigh scale, a second container weight of the second container after the portion of the liquid is added to the second container;determining a removed weight of the portion of the liquid from the first container based on a difference between the first and second weight of the first container;determining an added weight of the portion of the liquid in the second container based on a difference between the first and second weight of the second container; anddetermining whether the removed weight ...

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Номер записи: 83
26-04-2018 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC MACHINE FOR INSERTING IN AN HOMOGENEOUS AND METERED MANNER INTO STUFFED ARTICLES OF VARIOUS KIND, IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY CLOTHES ARTICLES, OF STUFFING MATERIAL OF VARIOUS KIND SUCH AS FOR EXAMPLE POLYESTER FIBRES, PLUMAGE AND THE LIKE. ADAPTED TO MAINTAIN THE HEAT INTO THE SAME ARTICLES

Номер: US20180111821A1
Автор: BORSOI Michele
Принадлежит: B&B di Borsoi Michele

Automatic machine for inserting in an homogeneous and metered manner into stuffed articles of various kind, in particular but not exclusively clothes articles, of stuffing material of various kind such as polyester fibers, plumage and the like, adapted to maintain the heat into the same articles. Machine into which it is introduced the stuffing material contained into bags or containers provided by the producing and transforming firms of the same material, and such material is introduced and collected into a collecting and stocking container, from which the material is let to fall into underlying weighing containers communicating with the container, for weighing the material by loading cells, and the weighed material is subsequently transferred into an injection station adapted to insert and inject the same material into the pockets or spaces of each clothes article. There are described in detail the conformation of these component parts and the remaining operative component parts of the machine, as well as all the operations which are carried out for setting and controlling the different operative cycles of the machine. 1540333645553458578519209222324254520205345457. Automatic machine for inserting in an homogeneous and metered manner into stuffed articles of various kind , in particular but not exclusively clothes articles , of stuffing material of various kind such as for example polyester fibres , plumage and the like , adapted to maintain the heat into the same articles , comprising a collecting and stocking container () of the stuffing material , adapted to contain the stuffing material () being picked up by means of transfer means ( , ) from bags or containers provided by the producing and transforming firms of the same material , the machine comprising also weighing containers () communicating with said container () , and loading cells () of the stuffing material loaded into the weighing containers () , for weighing the quantities of the stuffing material to ...

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Номер записи: 84
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Yield Monitor For Windrow-Collected Material

Номер: US20190110389A1
Автор: IV H. Guy, Kirk Kendall R., Ramsey
Принадлежит: Clemson University Research Foundation

Disclosed are methods and systems for determining the amount of material contained in a windrow. In particular embodiments, the methods and systems are applicable to agricultural applications, and in particular to hay yield monitoring. Systems include a remote sensing technology to determine windrow height. Remote sensing methods can include ultrasonic sensors, optical sensors, and the like. Systems can provide real time yield data. 1. A yield monitoring system comprising:a windrow collecting implement having an operating width representing a distance between adjacent windrows;a first sensor carried by the windrow collecting implement and configured to detect a height of a windrow along a travel path at detection points, the windrow disposed below the windrow collecting implement and the first sensor disposed above the windrow;a second sensor carried by the windrow collecting implement and configured to detect a distance traveled by the windrow collecting implement;and,a processor configured to process the height of the windrow from the first sensor, a-length traveled by the windrow collecting implement from the second sensor, and the operating width to determine a volume of a material contained in the windrow, configured to process the volume of a material contained in the windrow to determine a yield map.2. The yield monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the material is an agricultural crop.3. The yield monitoring system of claim 1 , including a third sensor configured to detect a width of the windrow.4. The yield monitoring system of claim 1 , include an additional sensor configured to detect a cross-sectional dimension of a windrow.5. The yield monitoring system of claim 1 , wherein the first sensor is an ultrasonic sensor.6. The yield monitoring system of wherein the processor is configured to process a location data and the yield map to determine a yield per unit acre.7. The yield monitoring system of including a GPS carried by the windrow collecting ...

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Номер записи: 85
27-04-2017 дата публикации

Semiconductor wafer weighing apparatus and methods

Номер: US20170115158A1
Автор: Adrian Kiermasz, Robert John Wilby
Принадлежит: Metryx Ltd

A semiconductor wafer weighing apparatus comprises: a weight force measuring device for measuring a weight force of a semiconductor wafer; and control means configured to control an operation of the apparatus based on detection of acceleration of the apparatus or of a semiconductor wafer loaded on the apparatus by a detector for detecting acceleration of the apparatus or of a semiconductor wafer loaded on the apparatus; wherein: the control means is arranged to determine an error in the output of the weight force measuring device caused by an acceleration of the apparatus or of a semiconductor wafer loaded on the apparatus, using a predetermined relationship that matches the error in the output of the weight force measuring device to acceleration of the apparatus or of a semiconductor wafer loaded on the apparatus for different accelerations of the apparatus or of a semiconductor wafer loaded on the apparatus.

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Номер записи: 86
18-04-2019 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR WEIGHING CONTENTS OF A STORAGE TANK

Номер: US20190113383A1
Автор: Sanhaji Rahhali
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates to apparatuses and methods for weighing contents of a storage tank. One apparatus for weighing contents of a storage tank includes a load cell and a storage tank. The apparatus further includes a first plate removably attached to the storage tank. The apparatus additionally includes one or more compression springs disposed below and supporting the first plate. Still further, the apparatus includes a platform that includes a second plate, between the first plate and the storage tank, and one or more legs. The second plate engages the load cell. Each leg corresponds to one of the compression springs. Each leg extends from the second plate through a through-hole in the first plate and through a corresponding compression spring to a corresponding foot that supports the corresponding compression spring. The storage tank and the first plate are movable relative to the load cell and the platform. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a load cell;a storage tank;a first plate removably attached to the storage tank;one or more compression springs disposed below and supporting the first plate; and a second plate, wherein the second plate is disposed between the first plate and the storage tank, and wherein the second plate engages the load cell; and', 'one or more legs, wherein each leg corresponds to one of the one or more compressions springs, wherein each leg extends from the second plate through a through-hole in the first plate and through a center of the corresponding compression spring to a corresponding foot that supports the corresponding compression spring, and, 'a platform comprisingwherein the storage tank and the first plate are movable relative to the load cell and the platform.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the storage tank is configured to store refrigerant.3. The apparatus of claim 1 ,wherein the load cell is configured to output an electrical signal to a computing device, andwherein the electrical signal indicates a value of force ...

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Номер записи: 87
13-05-2021 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Using a Gas Density Sensor to Control Gas Mixture Composition

Номер: US20210140865A1
Автор: Bowe Donald James, Ghosh Ranajit, He Liang, Hendershot Reed Jacob
Принадлежит: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS, INC.

An apparatus for controlling blending of a gas mixture containing known components, including first, second, and third control valves for controlling the flow of first, second, and third components, respectively, a first gas density sensor to measure the density of a first mixture of the first and second components, a second gas density sensor to measure the density of a second mixture of the first mixture and the third component, and a controller to determine based on data from the first and second gas density sensors the relative compositions of the first, second, and third components in the second mixture, and to control the first, second, and third control valves to obtain a desired relative composition of the first, second, and third components in the second mixture. 1. An apparatus for controlling the blending of a gas mixture containing known components , comprising:a first control valve for controlling the flow of a first component;a second control valve for controlling the flow of a second component;a first gas density sensor configured and arranged to measure the density of a first mixture made by combining the first component and the second component;a third control valve for controlling the flow of a third component;a second gas density sensor configured and arranged to measure the density of a second mixture made by combining the first mixture with the third component; anda controller programmed to determine based on data from the first gas density sensor the relative compositions of the first component and the second component in the first mixture, and to determine based on the data from the second gas density sensor the relative compositions of the first mixture and the third component in the second mixture, and thus to determine the relative compositions of the first component, the second component, and the third component in the second mixture; andthe controller being further programmed to control the first control valve, the second control valve, ...

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Номер записи: 88
03-05-2018 дата публикации

Laboratory device

Номер: US20180117553A1
Автор: Walter Lohmann
Принадлежит: Hans Heidolph GmbH and Co KG

The invention relates to a laboratory device, in particular to a magnetic stirrer, having a heating unit for heating a medium, in particular a liquid, in a container, and having a regulating unit that is configured to regulate the temperature of the medium, of the heating unit and/or of the container by controlling the heating power of the heating unit, wherein a weight determination unit is provided to determine the weight of the medium, and wherein the regulation of the temperature takes place in dependence on the weight determined.

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Номер записи: 89
05-05-2016 дата публикации

MEASUREMENT OF WEB

Номер: US20160122946A1
Автор: MÄNTYLÄ Markku
Принадлежит:

An apparatus including a caliper measuring sensor arrangement, a mass measuring sensor arrangement, and a stabilizing arrangement. The caliper measuring sensor arrangement measures caliper of the web. The mass measuring sensor arrangement measures at least one of the following: a basis weight of the web, a moisture content, a water weight, dry weight of the web. The stabilizing arrangement stabilizes the web. The stabilizing arrangement including at least a part of the mass measuring sensor arrangement. 1. An apparatus for measuring a moving web , whereinthe apparatus comprises a caliper measuring sensor arrangement, a mass measuring sensor arrangement, and a stabilizing arrangement;the stabilizing arrangement being configured to stabilize the web;the caliper measuring sensor arrangement being configured to measure caliper of the web;the mass measuring sensor arrangement being configured to measure at least one of the following: a basis weight of the web, a water weight of the web, a moisture content of the web, a dry weight; andthe stabilizing arrangement including at least a part of the mass measuring sensor arrangement.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the mass measuring sensor arrangement as a whole is a part of the stabilizing arrangement.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a first part of the mass measuring sensor arrangement is located in the stabilizing arrangement on the first side of the web and a second part of the mass measuring sensor arrangement is located on the opposite side of the web.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the mass measuring sensor arrangement comprises at least one microwave resonator sensor or at least one microwave transceiver sensor.5. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least one microwave resonator sensor comprises at least one dielectric resonator.6. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the mass measuring sensor arrangement comprises at least one capacity sensor responsive to capacity of the web.7. The apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 90
03-05-2018 дата публикации

Asphalt calibration method and device

Номер: US20180120209A1
Автор: Roy Brittany BLACKLIDGE
Принадлежит: Blacklidge Ip LLC

A system for preventing the evaporation of liquids from tack coat by sealing the testing pad inside an enclosure immediately after the tack coat is applied comprising a sealed enclosure and testing pad. The weight of the testing pad before and after tack coat application is used to calculate the calibration rate of the tack coat. Thus, by sealing the liquids inside the enclosure, the proper second weight of the testing pad is obtained resulting in an accurate calibration rate and application of tack coat on asphalt. The system further includes affixing a weighted material to the testing pad prior to placing the testing pad on asphalt and spraying the tack coat during asphalt calibration to remove the need to tape the testing pad and prevent shrinkage and movement of the testing pad during application of the tack coat.

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Номер записи: 91
23-04-2020 дата публикации

DISPOSABLE CONTAINER FOR MOBILE MEDICAL CART

Номер: US20200121409A1
Автор: Fibuch-Townsend Heather, Hash Anthony, Norman Scott, Petheram Mark
Принадлежит: Neonatal Product Group, Inc.

A medical cart having a chassis with a plurality of wheels attached thereto; a plurality of drawers supported on the chassis; a temperature-regulated compartment in the chassis; a locking bar pivotally attached to the chassis; a headwall mount attached to the chassis; a display mounted on the chassis; and a positionable task light attached to the chassis. Each drawer includes a drawer lock shiftable between a locked position and an unlocked position. The locking bar is shiftable between a locked position and an unlocked position so that the locking bar serves as a secondary safety lock for all the drawers and the door of the temperature-regulated compartment. 1. A medical cart comprising:a frame;a plurality of wheels attached to the frame;a plurality of drawers slidably engaged to the frame;a scale positioned in one of the plurality of drawers and having a display; and a medical procedure, the disposable container comprising:', 'an open-topped enclosure with a rigid planar floor positioned on the weigh scale; and', 'a flexible, open-topped bag supported within and attached to the enclosure for collecting medical waste to be weighed by the weigh scale, the bag including a transparent portion that is aligned with the display of the weigh scale so that the display may be read through the transparent portion when the bag is pulled down over the scale., 'disposable container for collecting, weighing, and disposing medical waste from'}2. The medical cart as set forth in claim 1 , the enclosure further comprising a number of raised walls with lower edges attached to the floor and upper rims that define an open-top.3. The medical cart as set forth in claim 2 , the bag comprising a closed end attached to the floor of the enclosure and an upper end which may be raised above the enclosure and attached to the frame so the bag shields the medical cart from the medical waste as the medical waste is placed in the bag.4. The medical cart as set forth in claim 3 , the bag further ...

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Номер записи: 92
11-05-2017 дата публикации

Container filling machine with weighing device and weighing method

Номер: US20170129759A1
Автор: Enrico Cocchi, Riccardo Guerra
Принадлежит: Sidel SpA

The present disclosure is directed to a machine for filling at least one container with a pourable product. The machine includes a conveyor; at least one filling unit configured to engage the at least one container; and a weighing device coupled to the at least one filling unit and configured to provide weighing information related to a weight of the at least one container during a filling operation. The weighing device includes a support unit having a supporting arm configured to hold the at least one container and configured to be elastically deformed as a function of the weight of the at least one container being filled; and a sensing unit configured to provide a contactless sensing, wherein the sensing unit is configured to detect a distance from the supporting arm to a portion of the machine facing the supporting arm, the weight of the container being a function of the distance.

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Номер записи: 93
03-06-2021 дата публикации

LIVESTOCK WEIGHING SYSTEM AND LIVESTOCK WEIGHING METHOD USING THE SAME

Номер: US20210161105A1
Автор: CHOI Nakgeon, JUN Hyunil, Jung Sunghoon, OH Jaehyun, WON Hyoungpil
Принадлежит:

Provided a livestock weighing system and a livestock weighing method using the same. The livestock weighing system includes a 3D scanning unit that acquires a three-dimensional image by scanning a livestock; and a livestock weighing terminal that is connected to the 3D scanning unit and derives a weight of the livestock from the three-dimensional image. In another example, provided is a livestock weighing system including a manager terminal; a 3D scanning unit that acquires multiple three-dimensional images by scanning a livestock; and a livestock weighing server that makes the manager terminal and the 3D scanning unit operate in conjunction with each other and receive the multiple three-dimensional images from the 3D scanning unit to derive the weight of the livestock from the multiple three-dimensional images. 116-. (canceled)17. A livestock weighing system comprising:a 3D scanning unit configured to acquire a three-dimensional image by scanning a livestock; anda livestock weighing terminal connected to the 3D scanning unit and configured to derive a weight of the livestock from the three-dimensional image.18. The livestock weighing system of claim 17 , wherein the livestock weighing terminal includes a weighing module configured to derive the weight of the livestock from a volume or a length estimated from the three-dimensional image.19. The livestock weighing system of claim 18 , wherein the weighing module includes:a preprocessing unit configured to extract a plurality of points from the three-dimensional image and to optimize the plurality of points into a point cloud;a 3D generation unit configured to generate three-dimensional model data by forming a three-dimensional isosurface by using the optimized point cloud of the three-dimensional image;a volume estimation unit configured to estimate the volume or the length from the three-dimensional model data; anda weighing unit configured to convert the length or the volume into the weight.20. The livestock ...

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Номер записи: 94
11-05-2017 дата публикации

MANUFACTURE OF A MATERIAL ON THE BASIS OF CALCIUM- AND/OR MAGNESIUM-CARBONATE HAVING A REDUCED DECREPITATION TENDENCY

Номер: US20170131133A1
Автор: Lorgouilloux Marion, Pelletier Marc, Pickbrenner Arnd, Pust Christopher, Rohmann Matthias
Принадлежит: Rheinkalk GmbH

Process for the manufacture of a material on the basis of calcium- and/or magnesium carbonate having a reduced decrepitation tendency, wherein a material on the basis of calcium- and/or magnesium carbonate is treated with at least one additive selected among alkali metal compounds and/or acids and/or alkaline earth metal compounds in an amount of 0.05 to 5 wt. % based on the amount of the material on the basis of calcium- and/or magnesium carbonate. Also claimed are the material obtainable by the process and showing reduced decripitation tendency and the use of such material in the manufacture of glass. 115-. (canceled)16. A process for reducing the decrepitation propensity of a material;wherein said material comprises calcium carbonate and/or magnesium carbonate; andsaid material comprises particles having a primary particle size of more than 90 μm and less than 1 mm; comprising,combining at least one additive(s) to said material as a surface treatment, andthe treatment is conducted at temperatures below 60° C.;wherein said additive(s) are selected from one or a combination of two or more alkali metal compounds and/or acids and/or alkaline earth metal compounds, or any combination thereof;wherein the alkaline earth metal compounds have a solubility at 25° C. in water of at least 0.5%, andwherein the additive(s) are used in an amount of 0.05 to 5 wt. %, based on the amount of the material to be treated.17. The process of claim 16 , wherein said material is treated with said additive in an amount of 0.1 to 3 wt. % claim 16 , based on the amount of the material to be treated.18. The process of claim 17 , wherein said material is treated with said additive in an amount of 0.5 to 1.5 wt. % claim 17 , based on the amount of the material to be treated.19. The process of claim 16 , wherein said treatment with said additive is conducted at a temperature of less than 40° C.20. The process of claim 16 , wherein said material comprises more than 85 wt. % calcium- and/or ...

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Номер записи: 95
23-04-2020 дата публикации

Automation System for Tracking Beverage Consumption

Номер: US20200122993A1
Автор: De Zulueta Elizabeth Marie
Принадлежит:

An automation system for tracking beverage consumption and methods of its operation are provided herein. The automation system monitors the consumption of beverages with a focus on beverages, such as beer, cider and wine, that are housed in a barrel-like container such as a beer keg. The automation system consists of a sensor plate, cloud application service or local application services, communications services, real-time display, and integration with a mobile form factor. The sensor plate includes electronics, such as weight sensors, battery voltage sensors, and environmental sensors, as well as software to calculate the volume of the beverage based on data captured from the sensors and on-board algorithms. The cloud or local device will send and receive messages and their services will be utilized to parse and analyze the data captured by the sensor plate. The mobile form factor will then display to the user through a user interface the reports generated from the analyzed data. The real-time display will display current readings and calculations. 1. An automation system for tracking beverage consumption comprising:a sensing mechanism disposed within its base to measure liquids stored in a barrel;a sensor plate;a housing for electronics such as sensors;a housing for mechanical sensors such as strain gauges;electronic sensors to monitor environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity;electronic communications transceivers;battery;battery charger;micro-processing system;real-time display;light indicators;cloud-based service application;local service application;a user interface.2. The automation system of claim 1 , wherein contains a sensor plate where the barrel is placed. This sensor plate will be able to measure weight of barrel filled with liquid having a combined weight of up to 100 Kg.3. The automation system of claim 2 , wherein the sensor plate has a housing for electronics for measuring the weight of the liquid contained in the barrel situated on ...

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Номер записи: 96
03-06-2021 дата публикации

THERMAL TREATMENT OF SURGICAL FLUIDS

Номер: US20210162140A1
Автор: Corrigan Sean, Hendrix Heidi Frances, Matusaitis Tomas, Rawlings David Richard
Принадлежит:

A surgical fluid thermal treatment system can be used during a procedure to heat or cool surgical fluid, e.g., prior to introducing the fluid into the body of a patient. In some examples, the system includes an open basin into which fresh surgical fluid is dispensed and a heater that heats the fluid in the basin. The system may also include a volume measurement device that measures the volume of fluid in the basin. The system may have a user interface that a user interacts with to check fresh fluid into the basin. The user may also interact with the user interface to check medical tools into the basin and check medical tools out of the basin. A controller associated with the system can track the volume of fluid removed from the basin during the course of a procedure. 1. A system for thermally treating surgical fluid comprising:a basin configured to receive and hold a surgical fluid;a thermal treatment device thermally coupled to the basin and configured to adjust a temperature of the surgical fluid in the basin;a volume measurement device positioned to obtain volume information concerning a volume of surgical fluid in the basin; anda controller configured to receive volume measurement information from the volume measurement device concerning the volume of surgical fluid in the basin during a procedure and determine the volume of surgical fluid removed from the basin during the procedure.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to receive volume measurement information from the volume measurement device indicating an increase in the volume of surgical fluid in the basin and determine claim 1 , without input from a user claim 1 , that the increase in volume of surgical fluid is fresh surgical fluid added to the basin.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a user interface claim 1 , wherein:the controller is configured receive at least one indication via the user interface that surgical fluid is to be added to the basin during the ...

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Номер записи: 97
01-09-2022 дата публикации

PAVEMENT REINSTATEMENT

Номер: US20220275590A1
Автор: Whittaker Mark
Принадлежит: UNITED UTILITIES PLC

A system for processing a pavement reinstatement, the system comprising: a weighing apparatus for measuring a mass of reinstatement material; and a reinstatement apparatus adapted to receive reinstatement dimension information and reinstatement material information and adapted to determine a required reinstatement material mass, whereby to provide a target air voids content of the reinstatement; optionally wherein the reinstatement apparatus is adapted to receive an indication of the mass measured by the weighing apparatus and optionally wherein the indication is a verification of the weighing apparatus having measured the required mass. 1. A system for processing a pavement reinstatement , the system comprising:a weighing apparatus for measuring a mass of reinstatement material; anda reinstatement apparatus adapted to receive reinstatement dimension information and reinstatement material information and adapted to determine a required reinstatement material mass, whereby to provide a target air voids content of the reinstatement;optionally wherein the reinstatement apparatus is adapted to receive an indication of the mass measured by the weighing apparatus and optionally wherein the indication is a verification of the weighing apparatus having measured the required mass.2. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the reinstatement dimension information includes a length and a width and wherein the reinstatement apparatus is adapted to determine a reinstatement surface area from the length and width.3. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the reinstatement dimension information includes reinstatement shape information and one or more dimension values and wherein the reinstatement apparatus is adapted to determine a reinstatement surface area from the reinstatement shape information and the one or more dimension values; preferably wherein the reinstatement shape information is in the form of a shape selection from a shape list claim 1 , a user input shape schematic ...

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Номер записи: 98
19-05-2016 дата публикации

AUTOMATED MACHINE AND METHOD FOR FRUIT TESTING

Номер: US20160139099A1
Автор: Cottam Anthony, Dawes Kevin D., JR. James M., May Preston, Mohr Brandt, Mohr Charles L., Mulkey Christopher M., Nguyen Duan D., Pirelio Marc D., Stordahl Michael D., Van Corbach, Von Reis Erik
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An improved fruit tester and method provides a plunger intrusion-type mechanism, a precision scale and an associated computer for control of the mechanism and for recordation, presentation and analysis of data sensed by the mechanism. An electrically powered variable speed motor carries an optical encoder to sense rotary direction and speed data, which is transmitted through circuitry to an associated computer for analysis to determine control data to maintain pre-programmed motor function. Computer software determines plunger position and resultant penetration into a fruit at either pre-determined plunger speed or constant plunger resistive pressure in fine increments over the plunger trajectory and stores this data in computer memory. The precision scale is used to determine the weight of the fruit before and after the penetration tests and the difference in weight is used to automatically calculate the Specific juice Content (SJC) of the fruit. 1. A method for determining the maturation state and condition of a fruit with a computer serviced intrusion type plunger tester , comprising the steps of:classifying a soft tissue fruit into three concentric zones consisting of a first zone extending spacedly inward from the fruit periphery, a third zone including the fruit core and a second zone bounded by the first and third zones;mechanically moving an elongate plunger into the fruit through at least one data point in each of the said three zones of the fruit and determining plunger position relative to the fruit surface at each of the data points;determining data relating to the viscoelastic properties of the fruit at each data point within the fruit;determining the weight of juice expelled from the fruit as a result of the plunger movement and determining specific juice content of the fruit; andanalyzing the data relating to the viscoelestic maturation state and the specific juice content to determine the condition and maturation state of the tested fruit.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 99
26-05-2016 дата публикации

ARTICULATED ROBOT HAVING WEIGHT MEASURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20160144516A1
Автор: PARK Jeong Ho, SONG Chang Dong
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Provided is an articulated robot that is configured to measure a weight of a molded product on absorbing the molded product by providing a weight sensor in an absorption apparatus formed on a robot arm of the articulated robot, so as to improve performances of the articulated robot, reduce operating processes, and improve productivity and efficiency. A robot transfer apparatus is provided on a front edge portion of a robot arm in the articulated robot, and the robot transfer apparatus includes the absorption apparatus having absorption tools and the weight measuring apparatus provided on the absorption apparatus. The weight measuring apparatus includes a frame connected to the robot arm; an installation plate formed on the frame; and load cells provided on the installation plate, wherein the load cells are configured to measure a weight of the absorption apparatus when the absorption apparatus is placed on the load cells. 1. An articulated robot comprising an absorption apparatus and a weight measuring apparatus ,wherein a robot transfer apparatus is provided on a front edge portion of a robot arm in the articulated robot, and the robot transfer apparatus comprises the absorption apparatus having absorption tools and the weight measuring apparatus provided on the absorption apparatus.2. The articulated robot of claim 1 , wherein the absorption apparatus comprises:the absorption tools for absorbing an absorption target that is wanted to be moved;a support bar connected to the absorption tools; andan absorption crossbar connected to the support bar.3. The articulated robot of claim 1 , wherein the weight measuring apparatus comprises:a frame connected to the robot arm;an installation plate formed on the frame; andload cells provided on the installation plate.4. The articulated robot of claim 3 , wherein the load cells are configured to measure a weight of the absorption apparatus when the absorption apparatus is placed on the load cells.5. The articulated robot of ...

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Номер записи: 100