High-temperature activation process

A method for processing a coated glass substrate may include a high-temperature activation process.

APPARATUS AND METHOD EMPLOYING A GRINDER WHEEL COOLANT GUARD

Edges of panels, such as glass panels, are ground and polished using grinder wheels that are cooled and lubricated with a coolant. A coolant deflector is utilized to help prevent coolant, which may contain panel particles or abrasives, from entering between the panel and a conveying mechanism that transports the panel. 1. An apparatus for grinding a side edge of a panel , the apparatus comprising:at least one grinder wheel positioned to grind the side edge of the panel;a coolant device for supplying a coolant to the grinder wheel;a conveying mechanism for conveying the panel such that the side edge of the panel can be ground by the grinder wheel; anda first coolant deflector for blocking coolant from contacting the conveying mechanism.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the first coolant deflector comprises a plate.3. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the plate comprises an arcuate shape and is positioned adjacent the grinder wheel such that the arcuate shape is substantially concentric with the grinder wheel.4. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the plate comprises a planar shape and is positioned adjacent the grinder wheel such that the coolant deflector is parallel to a line tangent to the grinder wheel.5. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the plate comprises a top edge and a bottom edge and is arced from the top edge to the bottom edge such that the top edge extends toward a top surface of the grinder wheel and the bottom edge extends toward a bottom surface of the grinder wheel.6. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a coolant guard mounted adjacent the first coolant deflector and interposed between the conveying mechanism and the grinder wheel.7. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the first coolant deflector comprises a first tab claim 1 , a second tab claim 1 , and a notch claim 1 , further wherein the first and second tabs define the notch and the coolant deflector is configured such ...

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR INTEGRATION OF FIELD, CROP AND IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT DATA FOR IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT

The present invention provides a system, method and apparatus for providing an irrigation scheduling module including a graphical user interface for providing irrigation scheduling data for a given field location. According to a preferred embodiment, the irrigation scheduling module is configured to calculate and display an irrigation recommendation for a given set of forecast data. According to a further preferred embodiment, the irrigation recommendation includes a representative shape in the form of a circle which changes from a full circle to a crescent-shaped percentage of the full circle based on the field moisture status. 1. A system for creating irrigation scheduling data for a water delivery system for a first crop , wherein the water delivery system is comprised of a primary conduit and a plurality of sprayers , the system comprising:a sensor system, wherein the sensor system is configured to produce a first set of sensor data;wherein the first set of sensor data comprises image data, soil data, crop data and weather data;a crop analysis module, wherein the crop analysis module is configured to analyze the first set of sensor data to produce a second set of yield calculation data; wherein the second set of yield calculation data comprises a set of prospective crop yields for a plurality of prospective harvesting dates;a yield analysis module, wherein the yield analysis module is configured to receive and analyze the first set of sensor data and the second set of yield calculation data;wherein the yield analysis module is configured to receive a third set of yield value data comprising commodity pricing, weather forecast data and operating cost data for the first crop;wherein the yield analysis module is configured to calculate a daily operating cost for the growth and maintenance of the first crop; wherein the yield analysis module is configured to calculate the daily operating cost based at least in part on the weather forecast data;wherein the yield ...

Processing photovoltaic substrates

A method for processing a coated glass substrate may include a high-temperature activation process.

PEST AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR USE WITH A CROP IRRIGATION SYSTEM

A system and method for determining specific prescriptions for targeted areas/plants within given irrigation areas. According to preferred embodiments, the system may use imaging data in combination with other sensors and analysis modules to identify selected pests and diseases affecting given crops. Preferably, the system may use machine learning/AI modules to analyze the data and to provide targeted prescriptions for targeted groups of identified crops based on identified conditions of infestation and/or disease within the identified crops. 1. A method for identifying crop status and applying irrigation prescriptions within a water delivery system , wherein the water delivery system is comprised of a primary conduit and a plurality of sprayers , the method comprising:receiving sensor inputs/data;processing the sensor inputs/data;identifying a first pest or a first disease within a first targeted area of a first field;calculating a first route for the irrigation system across the given field;determining whether one or more of the plurality of sprinklers traverses over the first targeted area of the given field;identifying a first group of sprinklers traversing over the first targeted area;selecting a target prescription of chemicals for the first target area;routing the targeted prescription of chemicals to the group of identified traversing sprinklers; andapplying the targeted prescription to the first target area.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor inputs comprise imaging data.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of calculating the chemical prescription comprises matching a stored chemical prescription with associated sensor inputs/data.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the stored chemical prescription and associated sensor inputs/data are stored in a look-up table.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the method comprises the step of: calculating one or more paths of a plurality of sprinklers for the first route of the irrigation system;6. The ...

High-temperature activation process

Sistema, metodo y aparato para la integracion de datos del campo, del cultivo y del equipo de riego para la gestion del riego.

La presente invención proporciona un sistema, método y aparato para proporcionar un módulo de programación de riego que incluye una interfaz gráfica de usuario para proporcionar datos de programación de riego para una ubicación de campo dada. De acuerdo con una modalidad preferida, el módulo de programación de riego se configura para calcular y visualizar una recomendación de riego para un conjunto dado de datos de pronóstico. De acuerdo con otra modalidad preferida, la recomendación de riego incluye una forma representativa en forma de círculo que cambia de un círculo completo a un porcentaje en forma de media luna del círculo completo en base al estado de humedad del campo.

System, method and apparatus for integration of field, crop and irrigation equipment data for irrigation management

System, method and apparatus for integration of field, crop and irrigation equipment data for irrigation management

The present invention provides a system, method and apparatus for providing an irrigation scheduling module including a graphical user interface for providing irrigation scheduling data for a given field location. According to a preferred embodiment, the irrigation scheduling module is configured to calculate and display an irrigation recommendation for a given set of forecast data. According to a further preferred embodiment, the irrigation recommendation includes a representative shape in the form of a circle which changes from a full circle to a crescent-shaped percentage of the full circle based on the field moisture status.

高溫活化方法

本發明揭示一種處理經塗佈玻璃基板之方法，其可包含一高溫活化製程。

High-temperature activation process

Apparatus and method employing a grinder wheel coolant guard

Edges of panels, such as glass panels, are ground and polished using grinder wheels that are cooled and lubricated with a coolant. A coolant deflector is utilized to help prevent coolant, which may contain panel particles or abrasives, from entering between the panel and a conveying mechanism that transports the panel.