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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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10-05-2012 дата публикации

Automatic soap dispenser with notification function

Номер: US20120111884A1
Автор: Chun Kwong Choi
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention is an automatic soap dispenser with notification function, which comprises an outer casing; a soap container; a plunger driven by a plunger driving means to move up and down between a default position and a dispensing position where the pump dispensing means is depressed to dispense liquid soap; a plunger position sensor which is configured to be triggered when the plunger is at the default position; and an integrated circuit with timing function which is programmed to operate in such a way that when the user sensing means is triggered, the integrated circuit activates the plunger driving means and initiates the timing function in order to activate the notification means after a predetermined period of time has elapsed, and when the plunger position sensor is triggered, the integrated circuit deactivates the plunger driving means.

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Номер записи: 1
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Variable rate sprayer system and method of variably applying agrochemicals

Номер: US20120195496A1
Автор: Arnold W. Schumann, Qamar-Uz ZAMAN, Young Ki Chang
Принадлежит: HER MAJESTY QUEEN IN RIGHT OF PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA AS REPRESENTED BY NOVA SCOTIA AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE (NSAC) ON BEHALF OF MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE, HER MAJESTY QUEEN IN RIGHT OF PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA AS REPRESENTED BY NOVA SCOTIA AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE (NSAC) ON BEHALF OTHE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE, University of Florida Research Foundation Inc

Systems, methods and computer-readable media are provided for controlling a variable-rate sprayer for precision agriculture. Highly efficient digital image processing enables rapid and reliable control of the variable rate sprayer. In one embodiment, image processing uses only a subset of luminance, hue, saturation and intensity textural features to provide rapid image recognition. In another embodiment, an image is decomposed into RGB components and a G is ratio determined. For example, the textural method is useful in growing season where colour differentiation is difficult. The G ratio method is useful in early spring and late fall where colour differentiation is possible. These rapid computationally light methods enable a mobile sprayer system to identify crop or field conditions in real-time and to dispense an appropriate amount of agrochemical in a specific section of the sprayer boom where the target has been detected as the mobile sprayer advances.

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Номер записи: 2
27-09-2012 дата публикации

Agricultural sprayer and method

Номер: US20120241533A1
Автор: Bradley J. Hitchler, Michael L. Moeller
Принадлежит: Deere and Co

A system for agricultural spraying including a solution reservoir and primary pump for delivering fluid to a plurality of laterally spaced nozzles interconnected by supply conduits. A chemical reservoir and chemical injection pump are interconnected to the output of the primary pump through a mixer. Controllers for the primary pump and chemical injection pump are coordinated to run the pumps a predetermined time to fill each of the supply conduits from the chemical injection pump and primary pump so as to automatically prime the injection system.

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Номер записи: 3
27-12-2012 дата публикации

Manually operable spray gun for providing a variable spray pattern

Номер: US20120325934A1
Автор: John D. Delorme, Ronald M. Odessa, Thomas J. Wilkinson
Принадлежит: Individual

A manually operable spray gun which provides a variable spray pattern of liquid passing through the gun from a source of pressurized liquid. A valve spool is reciprocally movable in opposite directions by a pivotally mounted trigger. One spool end has a valve which closes flow through the spool; the other spool end is a flow control element having a flow control surface. The spool can be moved from a position where the valve controlling the flow into the spool is closed to a position where the valve is open and the spacing between the flow control element and the nozzle is varied. By varying this spacing, liquid flow can be varied from flowing directly to a nozzle orifice to flowing along the interior conical surface of the nozzle. The diameter of the conical pattern may be varied by changing the spacing between the flow control element and the nozzle.

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Номер записи: 4
17-01-2013 дата публикации

Finger-operated switch

Номер: US20130015270A1
Автор: Cheng-Chung Lai
Принадлежит: Yuan Mei Corp

A finger-operated switch is revealed. The finger-operated switch includes a main body and a switch. The main body includes an intake channel, a turning channel and an outlet channel connected sequentially. On end of the outlet channel near the turning channel is arranged with an outlet and mounted with a waterproof gasket. The switch including a rotating shaft and a waterproof spacer is set on the rotating shaft. There is a certain distance between the turning channel and the rotating shaft mounted therein. The waterproof spacer is floatable in and moving synchronously with the rotating shaft. While adjusting the rotating shaft, the waterproof spacer is driven to close or open the outlet of the waterproof gasket. When the outlet is closed, a pushing force is produced toward the outlet because water pressure in the turning channel presses the waterproof spacer. A watertight effect is achieved.

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Номер записи: 5
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Device and method for dispensing a liquid product that is to be sprayed onto a surface

Номер: US20130153676A1
Автор: Patrick Jean Marie Ballu
Принадлежит: EXEL INDUSTRIES SA

The device according to the invention comprises a bar that includes several consecutive ducts with at least one inlet connected to a source of the liquid product and outlets communicating with nozzles. The device further comprises several sensors for measuring a physical property making it possible to determine a pressure difference between ducts or a pressure in one respective duct, several members designed to vary the pressures inside respective ducts, as well as at least one control unit estimating the pressure differences between ducts and driving the members to reduce those pressure differences or equalize those pressures. This device thus limits the pressure differences, and therefore flow differences, of the liquid product between the nozzles, in particular between the ends of very long bars moving over significant bankings.

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Номер записи: 6
18-07-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR EJECTING DROPLETS OF AN ELECTRICALLY NON-CONDUCTIVE FLUID AT HIGH TEMPERATURE

Номер: US20130181065A1
Автор: SLOT Marcel
Принадлежит: OCE TECHNOLOGIES B.V.

A device is configured to eject droplets of an electrically non-conductive medium at a temperature of 360° C. or above. The device includes a fluid chamber body, the fluid chamber body having a fluid chamber for containing an electrically non-conductive medium at a temperature of 360° C. or above and for containing a conductive medium. The fluid chamber includes an orifice. In the fluid chamber, at least a part of the electrically non-conductive medium is positioned closer to the orifice than the conductive medium. The device further includes a heater configured to heat the electrically non-conductive medium and an actuator, the actuator includes electrodes for generating a current in the conductive medium and magnets for generating a magnetic field in the conductive medium. 1. Device for ejecting droplets of an electrically non-conductive fluid at a temperature of 360° C. or above , the device comprising;a. a fluid chamber body having a fluid chamber for containing the electrically non-conductive fluid at a temperature of 360° C. or above and for containing a conductive medium, the fluid chamber body being made of a material that is heat conductive and heat resistant, the fluid chamber body comprising an orifice extending from the fluid chamber to an outer surface of the fluid chamber body, the fluid chamber being defined such that when the fluid chamber comprises the conductive medium and the electrically non-conductive fluid, the electrically non-conductive fluid and the conductive medium are substantially non-mixed, and at least a part of the electrically non-conductive fluid is positioned in the fluid chamber closer to the orifice than the conductive medium;b. actuation means for actuating the conductive medium, the actuation means comprising at least an electrode for providing an electric current through the conductive medium and a magnet, for providing a magnetic field in the conductive medium;c. heating means for providing heat to an electrically non- ...

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Номер записи: 7
01-08-2013 дата публикации

DISPENSER DEVICE AND CONTAINER

Номер: US20130193226A1
Автор: Catinella Christopher M., Karg Jeffrey A., Lore Vito, Uschold Robert C.
Принадлежит: Woods Dispensing Systems, LLC

One embodiment includes a dispenser device and container for mixing a chemical concentrate and a diluent to produce a diluted mixture. The dispenser device may include a housing, a slide, and an eductor. The container holds the chemical concentrate. The dispenser device communicates with the chemical concentrate and with the diluent. 1. A product comprising: an eductor having a primary passage with an inlet for receiving the diluent and an outlet for discharging the diluted mixture, the eductor having at least one passage for receiving the chemical concentrate, the at least one passage communicating with the primary passage;', 'a flow valve opening and closing to respectively permit and prevent diluent flow in the primary passage of the eductor; and', 'a slide;', 'wherein, during use, the eductor rotates about its longitudinal axis to bring the at least one passage in circumferential alignment with an inlet through which the chemical concentrate is drawn, and the slide moves linearly along the longitudinal axis of the eductor to cause the flow valve to open., 'a dispenser device for mixing chemical concentrate with a diluent to produce a diluted mixture, the dispenser device comprising2. A product as set forth in wherein claim 1 , during use claim 1 , the eductor does not move linearly along the longitudinal axis and the slide does not rotate about the longitudinal axis.3. A product as set forth in wherein the dispenser device further comprises a control knob connected to the eductor for rotation by a user claim 2 , the control knob being carried by a housing of the dispenser device and facilitating prevention of linear longitudinal movement of the eductor.4. A product as set forth in wherein the eductor comprises a first component and a passage component that is a separate and distinct component with respect to the first component claim 1 , the first component comprising the primary passage and the passage component defining at least a portion of the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 8
01-08-2013 дата публикации

LIQUID CONTROL APPARATUS

Номер: US20130193230A1
Автор: ITAFUJI Hiroshi, KOUKETSU Masayuki
Принадлежит: CKD CORPORATION

A liquid control apparatus controls a spread mode of a liquid. The liquid control apparatus includes a main body having an upper surface to which the liquid is supplied, and a mesh knitted in a net-like shape and provided to be in contact with the upper surface . An inhibiting groove is provided in the upper surface in a portion that is in contact with the mesh . An introducing port for introducing a gas from the inside of the main body into the inhibiting groove is provided in the main body . The introducing port is formed such that the gas is introduced into the inhibiting groove substantially parallel to the upper surface 1. A liquid control apparatus configured to control a spread of a liquid , comprising:a main body having a supply surface to which the liquid is supplied; anda net-shaped body knitted in a net-like shape and provided to be in contact with the supply surface, whereina first groove is formed in the supply surface in a portion in contact with the net-shaped body; andan introducing port configured to introduce a gas from an inside of the main body into the first groove is formed in the main body.2. The liquid control apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the introducing port is formed such that the gas is introduced into the first groove substantially parallel to the supply surface.3. The liquid control apparatus according to claim 1 , whereina supply port configured to supply the liquid from the inside of the main body to the supply surface and a discharge port configured to discharge a fluid from a space on the periphery of the supply surface into the inside of the main body are formed in the main body; andthe supply port is formed between the first groove and the discharge port.4. The liquid control apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein a second groove connected to the discharge port is formed in the supply surface.5. The liquid control apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the second groove extends in a direction substantially ...

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Номер записи: 9
01-08-2013 дата публикации

Cartridge Sprayer System

Номер: US20130193232A1
Автор: Antonio Gatta, Brady Matthew Schroeder, Christopher Murray, Christopher Phelan, David Schiff, Mathieu Zastawny, Scott F. Dobias
Принадлежит: Central Garden and Pet Co

A sprayer for forming and spraying a dispersion of a dispersible substance from a cartridge and a liquid dispersion medium from a source. The sprayer has a first passageway comprising a pump, wherein the first passageway is configured for supplying at least the liquid dispersion medium from the source in response to operation of the pump; a receptacle for removably receiving the cartridge; and a second passageway in fluid communication with both the receptacle and the first passageway for supplying the dispersible substance from the cartridge to the first passageway and, thereby, forming the dispersion in response to operation of the pump. A discharge apparatus is in fluid communication with the first passageway for dispensing the dispersion from the sprayer.

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Номер записи: 10
15-08-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE AIRLESS SPRAYER

Номер: US20130206856A1
Автор: Blenkush William M., Finstad Eric J., Hines Bradley H., Horning Jerry D., Johnson Harold D., Luczak Marius J., Olson Diane, Snider Philip K., Tam Jimmy Wing Sum, Thompson David J.
Принадлежит: GRACO MINNESOTA INC.

A portable airless sprayer comprises a housing, a motor, a pump, a spray tip and a trigger. The motor is mounted to the housing. The pump is mounted to the housing and is driven by the motor. The spray tip assembly receives pressurized fluid from the pump. The trigger is configured to actuate the spray tip assembly and activate the motor. A method of operating a portable airless sprayer comprises moving a lever over a stroke, displacing a valve pin, and activating a motor. The valve pin is displaced with the lever to actuate a spray valve. The motor is activated with the lever to drive a pump that provides fluid to the spray valve. 1. A hand held airless fluid dispensing device comprising:a housing body configured to be carried and fully supported by an operator of the hand held airless fluid dispensing device during operation;a reciprocating piston fluid pump disposed within the housing body and comprising at least two pumping chambers configured to be pumped out of phase by at least one piston;a drive element coupled to the housing body and connected to the reciprocating piston fluid pump to displace the at least one piston;a switch configured to activate the drive element;a spray orifice fluidly connected to outlets of the pumping chambers;a pin to close the spray orifice; anda lever connected to the dispensing device to actuate the switch and retract the pin from the orifice.2. The fluid dispensing device of wherein the lever adjoins the housing at a pivot point.3. The fluid dispensing device of wherein the lever is configured to pull the pin and push the switch.4. The fluid dispensing device of wherein the pin is connected to the lever via a rod.5. The fluid dispensing device of wherein the drive element comprises an electric motor and the switch comprises a contact switch.6. The fluid dispensing device of and further comprising a spring to bias the pin against the spray orifice.7. The fluid dispensing device of wherein the pin seals the spray orifice at a seal ...

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Номер записи: 11
15-08-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE AIRLESS SPRAYER

Номер: US20130206867A1
Автор: Blenkush William M., Hines Bradley H., Pemberton Dale C.
Принадлежит: GRACO MINNESOTA INC.

An airless spray tip comprises a body, a barrel and a needle. The body has an axial fluid passage, and a tip bore extending transversely through the axial fluid passage. The barrel extends into the tip bore and includes a tip passage fluidly connected to the axial fluid passage. The needle is disposed in the axial fluid passage to engage the tip passage. An airless spray tip comprises a barrel, a fluid passage, a spray orifice and a tip seat. The barrel extends in an axial direction. The fluid passage extends through the barrel transverse to the axial direction. The spray orifice is disposed in the fluid passage. The tip seat is disposed in the fluid passage. 1. An airless spray tip comprising: an axial fluid passage; and', 'a tip bore extending transversely through the axial fluid passage;, 'a body havinga barrel extending into the tip bore, the barrel including a tip passage fluidly connected to the axial fluid passage; anda needle disposed in the axial fluid passage to engage the tip passage.2. The airless spray tip of and further comprising:a spray orifice disposed in the tip passage; anda seat positioned in the tip passage between the spray orifice and the needle.3. The airless spray tip of wherein the seat extends to an outer surface of the barrel and the needle extends to the seat.4. The airless spray tip of wherein the barrel is removable from the tip bore.5. The airless spray tip of wherein:the spray orifice and the seat are removable from the barrel; andthe barrel includes a bore into which the orifice and the seat are disposed.6. The airless spray tip of and further comprising:a ball tip connected to the needle and configured to engage the seat; anda spring located in the body to bias the ball tip against the seat.7. The airless spray tip of wherein a space between the spray orifice and the ball tip within the seat is free of seals.8. The airless spray tip of and further comprising:a seal disposed adjacent the body and surrounding the needle; anda cap ...

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Номер записи: 12
05-09-2013 дата публикации

PAINT-SPRAY LINE

Номер: US20130228123A1
Автор: OTT Winfried, Weiss Volker
Принадлежит: LACTEC GMBH

A paint-spray line comprising a number of sprayers which are provided to discharge paint onto an item to be coated and are connected to a paint supply unit via a common main supply line is also suitable, to a particular extent and at an expense kept particularly low, for a need-based provision of individual quantities of paint which are kept at a particular minimum. For this purpose, the conveying device, provided for feeding paint into the main supply line is configured according to the invention as a single-piston pump. 1. Paint-spray line comprising a number of sprayers which are provided to discharge paint onto an item to be coated and are connected to a paint supply unit via a common supply line system-characterised in that the conveying device provided to feed the paint into the supply line system is configured as a single-piston pump.2. Paint-spray line according to claim 1 , the single-piston pump of which is configured for a conveying pressure of at least 10 bar.3. Paint-spray line according to claim 1 , wherein the single-piston pump is provided with a distance sensor for determining the piston position.4. Paint-spray line according to claim 1 , wherein a flow sensor is connected downstream of the single-piston pump of the paint spray line on the conveying side.5. Paint-spray line according to claim 1 , the single-piston pump of which is provided on the conveying side with a pressure sensor for determining the conveying pressure.6. Paint-spray line according to claim 5 , wherein a signal transmitter claim 5 , associated with the pressure sensor claim 5 , is configured to output a control signal if the conveying pressure exceeds a limiting value of 0.5 bar.7. Paint-spray line according to claim 6 , wherein claim 6 , to transmit the control signal claim 6 , the signal transmitter is connected on the signal side to a switching unit associated with the branch-off point of a vent line from a paint line connected downstream of the single-piston pump on the ...

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Номер записи: 13
12-09-2013 дата публикации

Spraying Assembly, and Sprayer Equipped with at least one such Assembly

Номер: US20130233940A1
Автор: Ballu Patrick
Принадлежит: EXEL INDUSTRIES

A spraying assembly is provided. The spraying assembly includes at least one nozzle for liquid that is to be sprayed, and at least one active substance injector which is situated directly upstream from the at least one nozzle and to which liquid to be sprayed is supplied by a pump or a pressurized reservoir, with interposition of an obturator on a conduit connecting the pump or the pressurized reservoir to the injector. The spraying assembly also includes an outlet valve for each injector designed to close each outlet orifice. The present invention avoids overdosing or underdosing of the product that is to be sprayed as active substance. 117-. (canceled)18. A spraying assembly comprising:at least one nozzle for a liquid to be sprayed;at least one active substance injector for injecting an active substance into the liquid, the at least one injector being situated directly upstream from the at least one nozzle and having an outlet orifice;a pump or a pressurized reservoir supplying active substance to the at least one injector;a conduit connecting the at least one injector to the pump or pressurized reservoir;an obturator interposed on the conduit between the least one injector and the pump or pressurized reservoir; andan outlet valve for each of the at least one injectors designed to close the outlet orifice of the or each injector.19. The assembly according to claim 18 , wherein the or each outlet valve is a needle adapted to come alongside a seat formed at the outlet orifice.20. The assembly according to claim 18 , wherein the at least one nozzle and the at least one injector are mounted on a same body or two adjacent bodies claim 18 , a mixture of the liquid to be sprayed with the active substance occurring through turbulence in the same body or the two adjacent bodies.2825. The sprayer according to claim claim 18 , further comprising an assembly where the at least one nozzle and the at least one injector are mounted on a same body or two adjacent bodies claim 18 ...

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Номер записи: 14
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Agricultural Autopilot Path Adjustment

Номер: US20130289833A1
Автор: ARAL Gurcan, Chiocco Gregory D., Peake John W.
Принадлежит: Trimble Navigation Ltd.

Predictive tractor path adjustments improve implement tracking performance by enabling agricultural autopilots to anticipate the effect of curves, slopes, changing soil conditions and other influences. 1. A method for improving agricultural spray accuracy in crosswinds comprising:providing a desired spray path, the path represented by a set of spray path points;constructing a tractor path represented by a set of tractor path points, each one determined by adjusting a corresponding spray path point upwind by an amount that is a function of the true wind speed at the tractor;guiding a tractor along the tractor path as it sprays an agricultural chemical.2. The method of claim 1 , the function of the true wind speed being the square of the true wind speed.3. The method of claim 1 , the function being represented by a table of tractor offsets versus wind speed.4. A system for guiding an agricultural spray vehicle comprising:vehicle position and speed sensors for sending vehicle position and speed information to an agricultural autopilot;wind angle and speed sensors for sending wind angle and speed information to the autopilot; and,actuators for adjusting vehicle steering angle in response to autopilot commands; wherein,the autopilot:a) comprises a memory that stores a spray path that is represented by a set of spray path points;b) calculates a vehicle path, each point of which is determined by wind direction and speed, and a corresponding point on the spray path;c) guides the vehicle along the vehicle path using the vehicle position and speed information.5. The system of wherein the vehicle position and speed sensors are based on a GNSS receiver.6. The system of wherein the wind angle and speed sensors are mounted on the vehicle and the autopilot further calculates the true wind angle and speed based on apparent wind angle and speed measured by the wind angle and speed sensors.7. The system of wherein the wind angle and speed sensors are mounted at an external fixed ...

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Номер записи: 15
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Spraying apparatus for agricultural machine with cartographic piloting

Номер: US20130292487A1
Автор: Patrick Jean Marie Ballu
Принадлежит: EXEL INDUSTRIES SA

This control system for an agricultural spraying machine ( 1 ), of which the boom ( 5 ) is equipped with a plurality of multi-nozzle units ( 9 ), is characterized in that it comprises means ( 15 a to 15, 17 a to 17 e, 23 ) for piloting each multi-nozzle unit ( 9 ) according to data representative of the cartography of the plants to be treated.

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Номер записи: 16
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Agricultural spraying machine and method for spraying a phytosanitary liquid on land cultivated by means of such a machine

Номер: US20130299601A1
Автор: Patrick Ballu
Принадлежит: EXEL INDUSTRIES SA

The invention relates to an agricultural machine for spraying a phytosanitary liquid over cultivated land, said machine comprising means for moving the machine, a spray boom having at least one arm, a mechanism for inclining the boom and/or at least one of the arms in relation to a frame of the machine and vertically when the machine is on a flat and horizontal surface, and a mechanism for raising/lowering the boom along an axis fixed in relation to the frame of the machine. At least one of the arms is provided with at least one sensor, each sensor measuring a distance between the surface of the land and said sensor or, if necessary, between the crop and the sensor. The control unit is connected to each sensor, provided with a memory for storing information provided by each sensor, and able to control the raising/lowering mechanism according to information stored in the memory.

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Номер записи: 17
02-01-2014 дата публикации

SPRAY BOOM FOR SELECTIVELY SPRAYING A HERBICIDAL COMPOSITION ONTO DICOTS

Номер: US20140001276A1
Автор: Joergensen Rasmus Nyholm, Krueger Norbert, Laursen Morten S., Midtiby Henrik Skov
Принадлежит: Syddansk Universitet

There is provided a method and spray boom for discriminating cereal crop (monocot) and weeds (dicots). The spray boom includes means for digitally recording an image of a selected area to be treated by a nozzle on the spray boom, whereby a plant material is identified based on a segmentation procedure; and means for detecting the edges and estimating the angles of the edges of the leaves so as to discriminate between dicots and monocots; and means for activating one or more of the spray nozzles in response to detected dicots so as to selectively apply the herbicidal composition onto the sensed area containing the dicots. 1. A spray boom for selectively spraying a herbicidal composition onto dicots in a living vegetation , the spray boom comprising:means for digitally recording an image of a selected area to be treated by a nozzle on the spray boom, whereby a plant material is identified based on a segmentation procedure that transforms the raw image data of the image into a measure which describes the likeliness that a given pixel or point of the image is living vegetation, such as leaves;means for detecting dicots by estimating the curvature of the leaves by sampling locally distributed points placed on the edges of the leaves, said means for estimating the curvature involves measuring the orientation of the edge at the points in a global coordinate frame, thereby generating data on spatial coordinates as well as the orientation of the edge, and on which side of the edge the segmented object is positioned;a plurality of spray nozzles evenly distributed along the spray boom;means for activating one or more of the spray nozzles in response to detected dicots so as to selectively apply the herbicidal composition onto the sensed area containing the dicots.2. A spray boom according to claim 1 , wherein the selected area to be treated is less 250 mm×200 mm.3. A spray boom according to claim 1 , wherein the measure which describes the likeliness that a given pixel is ...

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Номер записи: 18
09-01-2014 дата публикации

LAUNDRY MACHINE AND CONTROLLING METHOD OF THE SAME

Номер: US20140007354A1
Автор: Jeong Seong Hae, Kim Pyoung Hwan, Kim Young Soo, Lee Deug Hee, SHIN Su Hee
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

The present invention relates to a laundry machine and a controlling method, which can remove allergens on the laundry. A controlling method of a laundry machine includes a mite-killing step of supplying seam to a drum to make laundry exposed to a hot environment at or over a temperature and for or over a duration of time, wherein the temperature and the duration are predetermined enough to kill house dust mites on the laundry; a rinsing step of rinsing the laundry; and a spin-drying step of spin-drying the rinsed laundry. The present invention has an advantageous effect of removing allergens including house dust mites, animal hair and pollens efficiently. In addition, if the house dust mites are killed by using steam, energy efficiency is high and an effect of mite-killing is great. 122-. (canceled)23. A controlling method of a laundry machine comprising:receiving a selection of an allergy care course from a user;a mite-killing step of making an environment inside a drum by supplying steam into the drum until a water temperature inside a tub reaches a preset temperature to make laundry exposed to a hot environment at, and for or over a preset duration of time, wherein the preset temperature is over 55° C. and the preset duration is over 10 minutes, and wherein the laundry inside the drum is exposed to the hot environment of temperature over 55° C. for or over the preset duration of time;a rinsing step of rinsing the laundry; anda spin-drying step of spin-drying the rinsed laundry.24. The controlling method of claim 23 , wherein the preset temperature is 55° C.-60° C.25. The controlling method of claim 24 , wherein the mite-killing step includes:supplying water to the tub until the water reaches a preset water level; andsupplying the steam to the drum until the water temperature inside the tub reaches the preset temperature.26. The controlling method of claim 25 , wherein the supply of the steam is performed after the supplying of water is complete.27. The ...

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Номер записи: 19
30-01-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-ZONE QUARTZ GAS DISTRIBUTION APPARATUS

Номер: US20140026816A1
Автор: MYO NYI OO, Samir Mehmet Tugrul
Принадлежит:

Substrate processing apparatus and gas distribution apparatus are provided herein. In some embodiments, a gas distribution apparatus includes a first quartz layer having a plurality of openings disposed through the first quartz layer; a second quartz layer coupled to the first quartz layer; a first plenum fluidly coupled to a first set of the plurality of openings and disposed between the first quartz layer and the second quartz layer; a second plenum fluidly coupled to a second set of the plurality of openings and disposed between the first quartz layer and the second quartz layer; and one or more outlets disposed on a side of the gas distribution apparatus opposite the plurality of openings disposed through the first quartz layer to provide a gas to the side of the gas distribution apparatus opposite the first quartz layer. 1. A gas distribution apparatus , comprising:a first quartz layer having a plurality of openings disposed through the first quartz layer from a first side to an opposing second side of the first quartz layer;a second quartz layer coupled to the second side of the first quartz layer;a first plenum fluidly coupled to a first set of the plurality of openings and disposed between the first quartz layer and the second quartz layer;a second plenum fluidly coupled to a second set of the plurality of openings and disposed between the first quartz layer and the second quartz layer; andone or more outlets disposed on a side of the gas distribution apparatus opposite the plurality of openings disposed through the first quartz layer to provide a gas to the side of the gas distribution apparatus opposite the first quartz layer.2. The gas distribution apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of first walls disposed in the first plenum to distribute a gas when flowing through the first plenum; anda plurality of second walls disposed in the second plenum to distribute a gas when flowing through the second plenum.3. The gas distribution apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 20
06-02-2014 дата публикации

PORTABLE AIRLESS SPRAYER

Номер: US20140034754A1
Автор: Blenkush William M., Finstad Eric J., Hines Bradley H., Horning Jerry D., Johnson Harold D., Luczak Marius J., Olson Diane, Snider Philip K., Tam Jimmy Wing Sum, Thompson David J.
Принадлежит: GRACO MINNESOTA INC.

A fluid dispensing device comprises a housing body, a fluid container, a reciprocating piston fluid pump, a primary drive element and a spray tip. The housing body is configured to be carried and supported by an operator of the hand held airless fluid dispensing device during operation. The fluid container is supported by the housing body. The reciprocating piston fluid pump is coupled to the housing body and comprises at least two pumping chambers configured to be actuated out of phase by at least one piston. The primary drive element is coupled to the housing body and connected to the reciprocating piston fluid pump to actuate the at least one piston. The spray tip is connected to an outlet of at least one of the pumping chambers. 1. A fluid dispensing device comprising:a housing body configured to be carried and supported by an operator of the hand held airless fluid dispensing device during operation;a fluid container supported by the housing body;a reciprocating piston fluid pump coupled to the housing body and comprising at least two pumping chambers configured to be actuated out of phase by at least one piston;a primary drive element coupled to the housing body and connected to the reciprocating piston fluid pump to actuate the at least one piston; anda spray tip connected to an outlet of at least one of the pumping chambers.2. The fluid dispensing device of wherein the spray tip comprises:a spray orifice;a sealing surface;a needle configured to mate with the sealing surface to close the spray orifice; anda spring to bias the needle against the sealing surface.3. The fluid dispensing device of wherein:the spray tip further comprises a tip barrel;the spray orifice and the sealing surface are mounted to the tip barrel; andpressure generated by the fluid pump opens the spray orifice.4. The fluid dispensing device of wherein at least one of the pumping chambers includes an inlet extending through the housing body to connect to the fluid container.5. The fluid ...

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Номер записи: 21
13-02-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING MATERIAL APPLICATION DEVICE

Номер: US20140042238A1
Автор: Mather Brian, Perkins Jeffrey A.
Принадлежит: Nordson Corporation

Control method and apparatus for a manual spray gun may include a second manually actuated trigger disposed on the spray gun handle, with the second trigger being operational to select one or more coating operation parameters. 1. A coating material spray gun , comprising:a handle that is manually gripped with one hand by an operator during a coating operation,a trigger mounted on said handle, anda compressible member mounted on said trigger that engages a switch when said trigger is actuated.2. The apparatus of wherein said trigger comprises a main body and two flexible arms extending from said main body claim 1 , said flexible arms causing the main body to return to a non-actuated position when the trigger is released by an operator.3. The apparatus of wherein each said flexible arm is able to move the main body to a non-actuated position when the other arm is broken.4. A coating material spray gun claim 2 , comprising:a handle that is manually gripped with one hand by an operator during a coating operation, anda trigger mounted on said handle having a main body and two flexible arms extending from said main body, said flexible arms causing said main body to return to a non-actuated position when said trigger is released by an operator.5. The spray gun of wherein each of said flexible arms is able to move said main body to a non-actuated position when the other arm is broken.6. The spray gun of further comprising a compressible member mounted on said trigger that engages a switch when said trigger is actuated.7. A method for controlling the coating operation of a spray gun claim 4 , comprising:manually holding a handle of said spray gun during the coating operation,manually actuating a trigger mounted on said handle to produce a signal that controls the starting and stopping of the flow of coating material from said spray gun, andmanually actuating a second trigger mounted on said handle to produce a signal that changes the value of a coating operation parameter.8. ...

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Номер записи: 22
13-02-2014 дата публикации

QUICK-DISCONNECT KEYED VENTURI

Номер: US20140042242A1
Автор: Cornett Zachary, Fritze Karl J.
Принадлежит:

A chemical delivery system and related methods of use in which a multi-port manifold is utilized to distribute a plurality of mixed chemical solutions. The multi-port manifold includes a single fluid inlet for receiving a diluent supply that is routed to a plurality of individual outlet ports. A venturi injector module including a valve assembly, a venturi mixing assembly and a latch assembly is fluidly coupled to each outlet port for individually controlling flow of the diluent through the outlet port. The venturi mixing assembly generally comprises a quick-connect projection for coupling the venturi mixing assembly to the outlet port. The latch assembly functions to retain the fluid connection of the venturi mixing assembly and the outlet port. The latch assembly and venturi mixing assembly generally include corresponding portions of a keyway shape that ensures that only the proper venturi mixing assembly is attached to the proper outlet port. 1. A venturi injector system , comprising:a multi-port manifold including an inlet port, a diluent supply line and a plurality of outlet ports, wherein a diluent stream enters the inlet port and is individually distributed to each outlet port through the diluent supply line; anda plurality of venturi injector modules wherein each venturi injector module is individually attached to a corresponding outlet port, each injector module including a valve assembly, a venturi mixing assembly and a latch assembly, wherein the latch assembly operably couples the valve assembly and the venturi mixing assembly and wherein the latch assembly further includes a latch body having an engagement opening, wherein said engagement opening includes at least one locking protrusion defining a keyway shape corresponding to the venturi mixing assembly.2. The venturi injector system of claim 1 , wherein the latch assembly further comprises a latch claim 1 , said latch being slidably positioned in a slot defined within the latch body claim 1 , and ...

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Номер записи: 23
20-02-2014 дата публикации

EASY-TO-CLEAN SPRAY GUN, ACCESSORIES THEREFOR, AND MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING METHODS

Номер: US20140048627A1
Автор: BROSE Jens, Dettlaff Peter, Schmon Ewald
Принадлежит: SATA GMBH & CO.

A spray gun includes a one-piece main body, a trigger, a paint needle operating element coupled to the trigger, a paint needle coupled to the paint needle operating element, and an exchangeable spray agent guiding unit, the inlet region of which is or can be connected to a material supply device for the material to be sprayed, wherein the main body has at least one opening for receiving the exchangeable spray agent directing unit. Also disclosed is a material supply device, a cover, a method for mounting an exchangeable spray agent guiding unit in or on a spray gun having a one-piece main body, and a method for removing an exchangeable spray agent directing unit from or out of a one-piece spray gun. 1121-. (canceled)122. A spray gun with a one-piece base body , a trigger , a paint needle-actuating element that is coupled to the trigger , a paint needle that is coupled to the paint needle-actuating element and an exchangeable spray medium guide unit , the inlet region of which is connected or can be connected to a material supply device for the material to be sprayed , wherein the base body features at least one recess for accommodating the exchangeable spray medium guide unit.123. The spray gun according to claim 122 , wherein the recess is situated on the upper side or on the underside of the base body or laterally on the base body.124. The spray gun according to claim 123 , wherein the recess extends from a spray medium inlet to a spray medium outlet of the base body.125. The spray gun according to claim 124 , wherein the recess features at least one concave region.126. The spray gun according to claim 125 , wherein the at least one concave region is at least partially opened on its side that faces away from the spray medium outlet claim 125 , at least partially opened on its side that faces the spray medium outlet claim 125 , at least partially opened toward the bottom claim 125 , at least partially opened toward the top or at least partially opened laterally.127 ...

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Номер записи: 24
27-02-2014 дата публикации

LIQUID SPRAYER ADJUSTABLE PUMP

Номер: US20140056728A1
Автор: Kendall Jeffrey D., Marconi Fred A., Sevrey Richard
Принадлежит: EARTHWAY PRODUCTS, INC.

A motion-powered liquid sprayer that can increase the number of rotations of the pump relative to each rotation of the wheel or axle is provided. The sprayer can include a gearing assembly that employs gears to increase the number of pump revolutions as a function of the wheel or axle rotation. The sprayer can also include a gear pump that employs an over-capacity or enhanced gullet together with blow-by spacing to control consistent liquid flow relative to variable motional velocities. Further, the sprayer can include a vertically adjustable nozzle as well as a free reverse rotation wheel hub. 1. A fluid pump , comprising:a first housing portion;a second housing portion that fixedly mates to the first housing portion around a perimeter of each of the first and second housing portions to create a housing cavity therein;a first spur gear disposed within the housing cavity;a second spur gear disposed within the housing cavity, wherein the second spur gear connectively engages with the first spur gear to form an over-sized gullet, and wherein the over-sized gullet is partially filled or emptied via blow-by enabled by a gear cavity depth in excess to a depth of at least one of a tooth of the first or second spur gear, and wherein the connective engagement transmits fluid from an inlet to an outlet passageway of the fluid pump; anda housing adjustor that facilitates adjustment of the housing cavity to control an output of the fluid pump.2. The fluid pump of claim 1 , wherein the housing adjustor selectively controls flex of one of the first and second housing portion within an area inside the perimeter to selectively adjust volume of the housing cavity thereby adjusting output of the fluid pump.3. The fluid pump of claim 2 , wherein the housing adjustor comprises an adjustment mechanism that passes through one of the first and second housing portions to selectively flex the first or second housing portion to alter volume of the housing cavity.4. The fluid pump of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 25
27-03-2014 дата публикации

INTEGRATED PISTOL GRIP WATER SPRAYER

Номер: US20140084086A1
Автор: Goldfarb Joshua Paul, Pellerin Travis Lee
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A water sprayer is described. The water sprayer includes: a body having a flow pathway comprising a tapered fluid passage and a flow control element; an input port coupled to an input of the flow pathway, the input port adapted to receive a supply of water; and a flow control lever coupled to the flow control element, the flow control lever adapted to at least partly control the flow of water through the flow pathway. A fluid delivery device includes: an input port able to be connected to a fluid supply; an entry chamber coupled to the input port; a control feature cavity coupled to the entry chamber; and a tapered fluid passage coupled to the control feature cavity. An extendable water sprayer includes: an input port; a flow pathway; an output port; and an extension handle receptacle. 1. A water sprayer comprising:a body having a flow pathway comprising a tapered fluid passage and a flow control element;an input port coupled to an input of the flow pathway, the input port adapted to receive a supply of water; anda flow control lever coupled to the flow control element, the flow control lever adapted to at least partly control the flow of water through the flow pathway.2. The water sprayer of further comprising an extension handle receptacle coupled to the body claim 1 , the extension handle receptacle adapted to receive an extension pole.3. The water sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the flow control element is a ball valve.4. The water sprayer of further comprising a nozzle end coupled to an output port of the flow pathway claim 1 , wherein the nozzle end is adapted to receive a nozzle.5. The water sprayer of claim 4 , wherein the nozzle is one of a single outlet stream nozzle claim 4 , a multiple outlet wide spray nozzle claim 4 , and a fan nozzle.6. The water sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the input port is able to be coupled to a garden hose.7. The water sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the body has a pistol grip shape.8. A fluid delivery device comprising:an input port ...

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Номер записи: 26
06-01-2022 дата публикации

APPLICATOR FOR PESTICIDES

Номер: US20220000093A1
Автор: Clemens David A., DEMERS Michelle H., KO Alexander, Lamb Wilson Christopher, MOUGEY Spencer, REID Byron, Stapleton Paul
Принадлежит:

A product applicator assembly including a housing having a first end and a second end; 1. A product applicator comprising:a housing having a first end and a second end;a dispensing force;a dispensing device operatively attached to the dispensing force;at least one power source;a dispensing switch operatively attached to the dispensing force; and,at least one data operator electrically connected to an electrical power source.2. The applicator of further comprising a product cartridge releasably attached to the housing.3. The applicator of wherein the at least one data operator is chosen from an app claim 1 , a data screen claim 1 , a dispensing switch claim 1 , an on/off switch claim 1 , an RFID antenna claim 1 , an RFID tag claim 1 , a computer claim 1 , a server claim 1 , a smart phone claim 1 , a laptop claim 1 , or any combination thereof.4. The applicator of wherein the dispensing device is operatively connected to the product cartridge.5. The gel bait applicator according to further comprising:at least one circuit board;a load/unload switch;an on/off switch supported on said at least one circuit board;a dispensing trigger supported by said at least one circuit board and operatively attached to said dispensing device; and,a battery pack electrically connected to said first circuit board;wherein said applicator is controlled by a first data operator in the form of an app running on a mobile device;wherein the housing further comprises a handle;wherein the dispensing force is a stepper motor;wherein the dispensing device is a plunger assembly operatively attached to said stepper motor;wherein the dispensing switch is a trigger supported by said at least one circuit board; and.wherein the power source is a battery pack electrically connected to said at least one circuit board.6. The gel bait applicator of further comprising a second data operator in the form of an RFID antenna functionally attached to said applicator.7. The gel bait applicator of further comprising ...

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Номер записи: 27
07-01-2021 дата публикации

SELF-PRIMING WATER TURBINE-DRIVEN REEL SPRINKLER IRRIGATION MACHINE

Номер: US20210000026A1
Автор: Jiang Fan, LIU Peiyong, Peng Tao, QIU Zhipeng, ZHANG Jinxiang, Zhu Zhencai
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A self-priming water turbine-driven reel sprinkler irrigation machine includes a framework, a plug board, a reel, a PE pipe, a water turbine driving device, a sprinkler wagon, and a self-priming device. The framework comprises an underframe, a reel support frame, a plug board support frame, and a wheel assembly. A bottom portion of the underframe is provided with an underframe rotary device, and the underframe rotary device comprises a rotary bearing and a chassis support member. An inner ring of the rotary bearing is fixedly mounted to the underframe, and an outer ring of the rotary bearing is fixedly mounted and connected to the chassis support member. A telescopic front support is disposed at a front part of the underframe. The wheel assembly comprises a wheel support beam, a wheel, and a wheel lifting hydraulic cylinder. The self-priming device comprises a water pump, a pumping hose, and a filtering mechanism. 178. A self-priming water turbine-driven reel sprinkler irrigation machine , comprising a framework , a plug board , a reel , a PE pipe , a water turbine driving device () , a sprinkler wagon , and a self-priming device () , wherein:the framework comprises an underframe, a reel support frame, a plug board support frame, and a wheel assembly;{'b': '1', 'the underframe is a planar support frame structure that is bilaterally symmetrical as a whole, and the support frame structure comprises boundary beams connected in a closed loop to form an annular frame structure and support beams connected to an interior of the annular frame structure; a traction connecting mechanism is disposed at a front end of the underframe; a bottom portion of the underframe is provided with an underframe rotary device, and the underframe rotary device is disposed at a center of gravity of the framework and the underframe rotary device comprises a rotary bearing and a chassis support member sequentially from top to bottom; the rotary bearing comprises an inner ring, an outer ring, and ...

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Номер записи: 28
03-01-2019 дата публикации

SPRAY DEVICE WITH FLOW MEASUREMENT

Номер: US20190000065A1
Автор: GUTSMANN Volker
Принадлежит: Bayer CropScience Aktiengesellschaft

The invention relates to the application of liquid active substances with the aid of a portable spray device. The subject matter of the present invention is a portable device for applying active substances, and a method for applying active substances with the aid of a portable spray device. 1. A portable spray device that can be carried by a user comprising:a first container for containing a first liquid,a connector configured to removably connect to a second container containing a second liquid,a spray nozzle in fluid communication with the first container and configured to be in fluid communication with the second container,a flow meter for measuring the flow of the first liquid from the first container in a direction of the spray nozzle,a mixing chamber comprising an inlet for the first liquid, an inlet for the second liquid, and an outlet for a mixture of the first liquid and the second liquid, anda controller unit configured to adjust a flow of the second liquid in the direction of the spray nozzle based on the measured flow of the first liquid.2. The spray device of claim 1 , wherein the first container comprises a pressure tank configured to be pressurized.3. The spray device of claim 1 , wherein the first container comprises a flexible bag configured to be unpressurized.4. The spray device of claim 1 , wherein the spray device is a backpack device.5. The spray device of claim 1 , wherein the spray nozzle is replaceable.6. The spray device of claim 1 , comprising a pressure sensor configured to measure a pressure in a supply line to the spray nozzle.7. The spray device of claim 6 , wherein the pressure sensor is connected to the control unit and the control unit is configured to keep the pressure in front of the spray nozzle within a predefined range during use of the spray device.8. The spray device of claim 1 , wherein the second liquid is an active substance concentrate claim 1 , and the first liquid is a diluent.9. The spray device of claim 8 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 29
03-01-2019 дата публикации

INTELLIGENT SPRAY SYSTEM

Номер: US20190000066A1
Автор: FAGES Gaelle, GUTSMANN Volker, JARDINE Peter, PIENAAR Chris, REID Byron, Zimmermann Michael
Принадлежит: Bayer CropScience Aktiengesellschaft

The present invention relates to the application of liquid active substances. The subject matter of the present invention is a system, a method and a computer program product for the application of an active substance concentrate from a replaceable cartridge in a diluted form onto a target object with the aid of a portable spray device, wherein important parameters of the spray process are exchanged between the cartridge and/or the spray device and/or an external computer system. 1. A portable spray device that can be carried by a user comprising:a container to contain a diluent,a connector configured to removably connect to a cartridge comprising an electronic storage and containing an active substance concentrate,a spray nozzle in fluid communication with the container and the cartridge, anda control unit configured to:read out information from an electronic storage of a cartridge connected to the spray device, wherein the information comprises an amount of active substance contained in the cartridge connected to the connector,determine a quantity of active substance concentrate applied during a spraying process, save information to the electronic storage comprising an updated amount of the active substance contained in the cartridge after the spraying process, andwirelessly transmit information concerning the spraying process to an external computer device.2. The portable spray device of claim 1 , wherein the electronic storage of the cartridge is part of a RFID tag.3. The portable spray device of claim 1 , wherein information concerning the spraying process comprises information about one or more of: the amount of concentrate applied during the spraying process claim 1 , the amount of active substance contained in the cartridge after the spraying process claim 1 , an identification of the concentrate applied during the spray process claim 1 , the spray pressure used claim 1 , and the nozzle used.4. The portable spray device of claim 1 , wherein the spray device ...

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Номер записи: 30
03-01-2019 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL APPLICATOR AND SYSTEM

Номер: US20190000067A1
Автор: Blackmer Andrew James, Heinsohn Jeffery W.
Принадлежит: WGF LLC

A variable width agricultural applicator is provided. The variable width agricultural applicator is attachable to a boom to apply a liquid to a crop in rows. The variable width agricultural sprayer includes a drop tube and a splitter downstream of the drop tube. The splitter is fluidly connected to the drop tube. A pair of flexible delivery tubes is fluidly connected to the splitter. Each one of the pair of flexible delivery tubes has a predetermined bend. 1. A variable width agricultural applicator attachable to a boom to apply a liquid to a crop in rows , the variable width agricultural sprayer comprising:a drop tube;a splitter downstream of the drop tube, the splitter fluidly connected to the drop tube;a pair of flexible delivery tubes downstream of the splitter, the pair of flexible delivery tubes fluidly connected to the splitter;wherein each one of the pair of flexible delivery tubes has a predetermined bend.2. The variable width agricultural applicator of claim 1 , wherein a first width is defined between the predetermined bend of each one of the pair of flexible delivery tubes.3. The variable width agricultural applicator of claim 2 , wherein each of the predetermined bends is configured to decrease the first width therebetween during use between the crop in rows having a row width less than the first width.4. The variable width agricultural applicator of claim 2 , wherein each of the predetermined bends is configured to decrease the first width therebetween upon impact of the crop in rows on a first portion of each of the pair of flexible delivery tubes upstream of the predetermined bend.5. The variable width agricultural applicator of claim 2 , a proximal end of the drop tube connected to the boom; the drop tube configured to freely pivot relative to the boom proximate the proximal end.6. The variable width agricultural applicator of claim 5 , wherein the drop tube defines a drop tube longitudinal axis claim 5 , wherein the drop tube is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 31
04-01-2018 дата публикации

IMPROVED SPRAYER

Номер: US20180000061A1
Автор: BERGER Lars Torsten, PÉREZ SALVADOR Federico
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The invention relates to a sprayer of the type comprising a turbine that generates an air current, a nozzle that channels the air current and an outlet of this current to the outside, carrying with it the product dosed by a series of nozzles arranged in the area of influence of the air current, the sprayer being special in that both the air outlet opening and the turbine can be configured and act in a coordinated manner to obtain the desired air flow for each type of crop and spray application, where the optimum air flow for each spray application and the configuration of the turbine and opening are determined by the actual sprayer by means of a processor and auxiliary means. 113452. IMPROVED SPRAYER of the type comprising at least one turbine for generating air currents , a nozzle () through which said air current passes during the spraying operations , said nozzle comprising at least one opening () where , by the action of one or more deflectors () and () , the air is channelled to the outside and a series of nozzles () arranged in the area of influence of the air current through which the product to be sprayed is incorporated into said current , characterised in that at least one of the turbines and one of the openings can be configured in a coordinated manner , and also comprises means for a coordinated determination of the configuration of the turbine and the opening that comprise: [{'b': '18', 'Interface () for manual data entry.'}, {'b': '19', 'Memory () with stored data applicable to the current spraying operation.'}, {'b': '21', 'Sensors () arranged in the actual sprayer.'}, {'b': '20', 'Connections () for obtaining data from outside sources.'}], 'I. Means for entering information into the system, comprising at least one of the following{'b': '16', 'II. A processor () for determining the optimum outlet air flow for the sprayer and determining the optimum coordinated configuration of the turbine and opening.'} [{'b': '6', 'An actuator for the nozzle ().'}, ' ...

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Номер записи: 32
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Fluid Atomizer, Nozzle Assembly and Methods for Assembling and Utilizing the Same

Номер: US20180001038A1
Автор: Arthur Michael Benton, JR., James Curtis Biggs, III, Paul C. Carney
Принадлежит: Neogen Corp

A method of assembling a nozzle assembly is disclosed. The method includes: providing a nozzle member having a central passage defined by at least an inner side surface and an inner distal surface; inserting a fluid atomizer into the central passage of the nozzle member; and, with a distal surface of the fluid atomizer arranged adjacent the inner distal surface of the nozzle member, flexing legs of the fluid atomizer in a radially-outward direction for engaging each leg of the legs with the inner side surface of the nozzle member. A fluid atomizer is also disclosed. A nozzle assembly is also disclosed. A method of utilizing a nozzle assembly is also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 33
07-01-2016 дата публикации

ON-DEMAND OPERATION OF A FLEXOGRAPHIC COATING UNIT

Номер: US20160001311A1
Автор: Gydesen Erik, Kylling Mads, Ryynänen Marko, Sirviö Petri
Принадлежит: Tresu A/S

A coating unit is located after a sheet-fed digital printer on a manufacturing line. As a response to a workpiece entering the coating unit from the printer, coating substance is dosed onto a plate cylinder, and said plate cylinder is rotated to transfer said coating substance onto the workpiece, which is then transferred further on the manufacturing line. As a response to a first time limit expiring after transferring the workpiece further without a subsequent workpiece entering the coating unit, the rotation of the plate cylinder is stopped. 1. A method for operating a coating unit located after a sheet-fed digital printer on a manufacturing line , comprising the steps of:a) as a response to a workpiece entering the coating unit from the printer, dosing a coating substance onto a plate cylinder, rotating said plate cylinder to transfer said coating substance onto said workpiece, and transferring said workpiece further on said manufacturing line, andb) as a response to a first time limit expiring after transferring said work-piece further without a subsequent workpiece entering the coating unit, stopping the rotation of the plate cylinder.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'if the subsequent workpiece enters the coating unit before a second time limit expires after transferring said workpiece further, repeating the method of directly from step a), and'}{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'if the subsequent workpiece enters the coating unit after said second time limit expired but before a third time limit expires, rotating the plate cylinder through a refreshing round of dosing coating substance before repeating the method of from step a).'}3. A method according to claim 2 , comprising:as a response to said third time limit expiring without the subsequent work-piece entering the coating unit, cleaning an outer surface of the plate cylinder and parking the plate cylinder in a waiting position.4. ...

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Номер записи: 34
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Extension paint spray-roller system

Номер: US20200001321A1
Автор: Christopher M. Walsh, Daniel S. Hosley, Danuta Carey
Принадлежит: TRITECH INDUSTRIES Inc

An extension paint spray-roller system includes a hydraulic paint spray extension system to which is mounted a paint roller system for use in combination. The hydraulic paint spray extension system includes an on-off control valve/handle communicating with a source of high pressure paint and connected via a straight-through swivel joint to a pole extension having a spray tip mounted at the oppositive end. A paint roller system is mounted to the paint spray extension system by a mounting system which permits a commercially available off-the-shelf paint roller to be utilized with the system.

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Номер записи: 35
13-01-2022 дата публикации

HANDHELD GROUND SPRAYER

Номер: US20220008944A1
Автор: Mattson Barry W., Schroeder James C.
Принадлежит:

A ground sprayer includes a front portion and a rear portion. A marking fluid is stored in a fluid reservoir removably mounted in the front portion. A pump disposed in the front portion draws the marking fluid from the fluid reservoir through a manifold, and the pump drives the marking fluid out of a nozzle. An actuator is disposed in the rear portion and can activate the pump based on a command from the user. The rear portion includes a handle such that the user can fully support and operate the ground sprayer with a single hand. 1. A handheld ground sprayer comprising: a first fluid reservoir configured to store a first supply of marking fluid; and', 'a pump fluidly connected to the first fluid reservoir and configured to draw the marking fluid from the first fluid reservoir; and, 'a front portion comprising a rear housing having a handle configured to be grasped by a user; and', 'an actuator supported by the rear housing, the actuator configured to selectively power the pump to drive the marking fluid from the first fluid reservoir to a nozzle;, 'a rear portion connected to the front portion, the rear portion comprisinga manifold supported by the front portion, the manifold including a selector valve actuatable between a first position and a second position, the selector valve fluidly connecting the first fluid reservoir with the pump when in the first position and fluidly disconnecting the first fluid reservoir from the pump when in the second position;wherein the rear portion is configured to be disposed above the forward portion with the ground sprayer is in an operating position.2. The handheld ground sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the front portion further comprises:a motor connected to the pump and configured to provide motive power to the pump.3. The handheld ground sprayer of claim 2 , wherein the actuator comprises:a power source connected to the motor; anda trigger connected to the power source and configured to activate and deactivate the power source.4. ...

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Номер записи: 36
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Work machine

Номер: US20220016657A1
Автор: Noboru Kawaguchi, Ryo Saito
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

A work machine in which an engine and a reserving unit configured to reserve lubricating oil to be supplied to the engine are connected by a lubricating oil channel, and the lubricating oil is circulated, wherein at least a part of the lubricating oil channel and at least a part of a working fluid channel for a working fluid to be supplied to a work unit of the work machine are arranged such that heat can be exchanged between the lubricating oil and the working fluid.

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Номер записи: 37
20-01-2022 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL SPRAYER WITH WARM WATER RINSE SYSTEM

Номер: US20220016680A1
Автор: Schell Daan
Принадлежит:

An agricultural crop sprayer includes a product tank for holding a solution of plant protection product, a product dispense system, and a rinse tank for holding a rinse fluid. A plumbing network fluidly connects the product tank, the product dispense system, and the rinse tank. A heat source is provided to heat the rinse fluid. The heat source may be a prime mover or a hydraulic pump, wherein waste heat is scavenged therefrom. 1. An agricultural crop sprayer comprising:a product tank configured to hold a solution of a plant protection product;a product dispense system;a rinse tank for holding a rinse fluid;a first heat exchanger configured to transfer waste heat from a heat source; anda plumbing network fluidly connecting the product tank, the product dispense system, and the rinse tank, wherein the plumbing network comprises a closed fluid circuit including the first heat exchanger.2. The agricultural crop sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the heat source comprises a prime mover configured to drive the agricultural crop sprayer claim 1 , wherein the first heat exchanger is configured to extract waste heat from the prime mover.3. The agricultural crop sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the closed fluid circuit includes a second heat exchanger located inside the rinse tank.4. The agricultural crop sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the first heat exchanger is fluidly connected to the rinse tank claim 1 , and wherein the rinse fluid serves as a heat exchange medium.5. The agricultural crop sprayer of claim 1 , further comprising a thermostat configured to regulate the temperature of the rinse fluid.6. The agricultural crop sprayer of claim 1 , further comprising a flow control valve in communication with an electronic controller claim 1 , wherein the flow control valve is controllable by the electronic controller to regulate a temperature of the rinse fluid.7. The agricultural crop sprayer of claim 2 , wherein the prime mover comprises an internal combustion engine.8. The agricultural ...

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Номер записи: 38
20-01-2022 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DETECTION OF AGRICULTURAL SPRAYING ERRORS

Номер: US20220019231A1
Автор: Bachar Boaz, Birger Iftach, Weksler Tal
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A method includes receiving a location sample; determining whether the location sample is sufficient quality; if the location sample is not sufficient quality, discarding the current location sample; if the location sample is sufficient quality, determining whether the location sample is within a same row as a prior location sample; if the location sample is not within the same row as the prior location sample, discarding the location sample; if the location sample is within the same row as the prior location sample, assigning the location sample to the same row and generating an updated block map; determining whether the updated block map includes a potential skipped row; and issuing an alert if the potential skipped row remains a potential skipped row for an amount of time greater than a first threshold. 1. A method , comprising:receiving a tractor speed of a tractor;comparing the tractor speed to a stop threshold speed;if the tractor speed does not exceed the stop threshold speed, determining that the tractor is stationary;if the tractor speed exceeds the stop threshold speed, determining whether the tractor is within a block;if the tractor is not within the block, determining that the tractor is driving;if the tractor is within the block, determining whether the tractor speed exceeds an operation threshold speed;if the tractor speed exceeds the operation threshold speed, determining that the tractor is driving;if the tractor speed does not exceed the operation threshold speed, determining whether the tractor has a specific action sensor;if the tractor has a specific action sensor, detecting an activity of the tractor based on the specific action sensor;if the tractor does not have a specific action sensor, determining whether the tractor has a further sensor;if the tractor has the further sensor, detecting the activity of the tractor based on the further sensor;if the tractor does not have the further sensor, determining whether the tractor has an RFID tag;if ...

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Номер записи: 39
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Methods and systems for detection of false positives in detection of agricultural spraying errors

Номер: US20220019234A1
Автор: Boaz Bachar, Iftach Birger, Tal Weksler
Принадлежит: Agromentum Ltd

A method includes receiving a current data sample relating to a tractor spraying in an agricultural block, wherein the current data sample includes a current location; calculating a shortest distance from the current location to each of a plurality of borders of the agricultural block; selecting a current sample lowest distance, the current sample lowest distance being a lowest one of the shortest distances; grouping the current data sample with at least one prior data sample to produce a line of data samples, wherein each of the at least one prior data sample has a corresponding prior sample lowest distance; calculating an average lowest distance for the line of samples; comparing the average lowest distance to a threshold distance; and discarding the current data sample and each of the at least one prior data sample if the average distance is less than the threshold value.

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Номер записи: 40
14-01-2021 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL SPRAYER SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20210007344A1
Автор: Fisher Patrick J., Humpal Richard A.
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An agricultural vehicle includes a frame, a first reservoir coupled to the frame with the first reservoir configured to hold a solvent, a second reservoir coupled to the frame with the second reservoir configured to hold a first solute, and a third reservoir coupled to the frame with the third reservoir configured to hold a second solute different than the first solute. The agricultural vehicle also includes a spray boom coupled to the frame. The spray boom includes a first spray nozzle and a second spray nozzle. The first spray nozzle is independently operable relative to the second spray nozzle such that the first spray nozzle is configured to dispense a first solution comprising the solvent and the first solute onto an agricultural surface and the second spray nozzle is configured to dispense a second solution comprising the solvent and the second solute onto the agricultural surface. 1. An agricultural vehicle configured to dispense a solution onto an agricultural surface , the agricultural vehicle comprising:a frame;a first reservoir coupled to the frame, the first reservoir configured to hold a solvent;a second reservoir coupled to the frame, the second reservoir configured to hold a first solute;a third reservoir coupled to the frame, the third reservoir configured to hold a second solute different than the first solute;a spray boom coupled to the frame, the spray boom including a first spray nozzle and a second spray nozzle;wherein the first spray nozzle is independently operable relative to the second spray nozzle such that the first spray nozzle is configured to dispense a first solution comprising the solvent and the first solute onto the agricultural surface and the second spray nozzle is configured to dispense a second solution comprising the solvent and the second solute onto the agricultural surface.2. The agricultural vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the first spray nozzle is configured to dispense the first solution onto the agricultural surface at the ...

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Номер записи: 41
12-01-2017 дата публикации

CONTAINER FOR DISPOSABLE SPRAY GUN COMPONENTS

Номер: US20170008672A1
Автор: Joseph Stephen C. P., Pitera Dominic M.
Принадлежит:

A container for disposable spray gun components is disclosed. The container comprises a container front surface, a container rear surface, and a sidewall enclosing at least a rear portion of a storage volume and forming at least a portion of the container rear surface. The at least one sidewall comprises an opening perimeter proximate a front portion of the storage volume and defining a front opening. A first decorative panel is removably positioned in the front opening to substantially enclose the front portion of the storage volume and form at least a portion of the container front surface. 1. A container for disposable spray gun components comprisinga container front surface;a container rear surface;a sidewall enclosing at least a rear portion of a storage volume and forming at least a portion of the container rear surface, the at least one sidewall comprising an opening perimeter proximate a front portion of the storage volume and defining a front opening; an ingress portion for loading disposable spray gun components into the storage volume; and', 'an egress portion for dispensing disposable spray gun components from the storage volume., 'wherein the sidewall comprises, 'a first decorative panel removably positioned in the front opening to substantially enclose the front portion of the storage volume and form at least a portion of the container front surface;'}2. The container of wherein the sidewall comprises a hanging member for hanging the container on a work surface.3. The container of wherein the hanging member is positioned on the container rear surface.4. (canceled)5. The container of any of comprising a lid portion that is openable to reveal the ingress portion.6. The container of wherein the lid portion is hingedly connected to the sidewall.7. The container of wherein the container comprises a container top portion claim 5 , wherein the lid portion is position proximate the container top portion.8. The container of wherein the first decorative panel is ...

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Номер записи: 42
14-01-2016 дата публикации

LIQUID DISCHARGE APPARATUS, IMPRINT APPARATUS, AND ARTICLE MANUFACTURING METHOD

Номер: US20160009007A1
Автор: ARAI Tsuyoshi, Araki Yoshimasa, Kitakami Koichi, Mita Yutaka
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A liquid discharge apparatus includes: a container divided into a first chamber and a second chamber by a dividing member, the first chamber including a discharge outlet that discharges a liquid and configured to contain the liquid, the second chamber configured to contain a fluid; a tank configured to store the fluid; a connecting portion that provides fluid communication between the tank and the second chamber; a measurement unit configured to measure an amount of the fluid supplied from the tank to the second chamber; and a controller configured to obtain an amount of the liquid contained in the first chamber based on a measurement result from the measurement unit. 1. A liquid discharge apparatus comprising:a container divided into a first chamber and a second chamber by a dividing member, said first chamber including a discharge outlet that discharges a liquid and configured to contain the liquid, said second chamber configured to contain a fluid;a tank configured to store the fluid;a connecting portion that provides fluid communication between said tank and said second chamber;a measurement unit configured to measure an amount of the fluid supplied from said tank to said second chamber; anda controller configured to obtain an amount of the liquid contained in said first chamber based on a measurement result from said measurement unit.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the dividing member is a flexible film.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein said measurement unit is configured to measure the amount of the fluid supplied to said second chamber by measuring change in weight of the fluid in said tank.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein said measurement unit is configured to measure the amount of the fluid supplied to said second chamber by measuring change in position of a fluid level of the fluid in said tank.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the fluid is a liquid whose density is different from a density of the ...

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Номер записи: 43
14-01-2021 дата публикации

EQUALIZATION OF NOZZLE PERFORMANCE FOR SPRAYERS

Номер: US20210008582A1
Автор: Humpal Richard A., Sullivan Dennis J.
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A method of equalizing a spray system for an agricultural sprayer includes measuring an output flow rate or fluid pressure for one or more nozzles on a boom assembly, determining an amount of tilt of the boom assembly with respect to a reference frame, and associating the amount of tilt with the output flow rate or fluid pressure for each of the one or more nozzles. The method also includes determining tilt-updated flow settings for the spray system based on the output flow rate or fluid pressure and storing the tilt-updated flow settings in a spray profile for later use during a spray operation. 1. A method of equalizing a spray system for an agricultural sprayer having a boom assembly , and nozzles arranged on the boom assembly , each of the nozzles is configured to receive a fluid and to release the fluid to a target , wherein a control system for the agricultural sprayer is configured to implement predetermined flow settings for the spray system corresponding to respective predetermined outflow rates or pressures for fluid outflows through the nozzles , the method comprising:measuring an output flow rate or fluid pressure for each of the nozzles;determining an amount of tilt of the boom assembly with respect to a reference frame;associating the amount of tilt with the output flow rate or fluid pressure for each of the nozzles;determining tilt-updated flow settings for the spray system based on the output flow rate or fluid pressure; andstoring the tilt-updated flow settings in a spray profile for later use during a spray operation.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising at least partly replacing the predetermined flow settings by the tilt-updated flow settings for the spray system.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined flow settings for the spray system include factory default settings for the spray system claim 1 , and the factory default settings being determined from a geometry of the boom assembly and a physical arrangement of the nozzles ...

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Номер записи: 44
10-01-2019 дата публикации

An Agricultural Sprayer and Associated Method

Номер: US20190009285A1
Автор: HIDDEMA Joris Jan, Zimmerman Jeffrey M.
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An agricultural sprayer including an ozone supply which is arranged to clean at least a portion of the sprayer after a spraying operation has been completed, by the supply of ozone to the residual spray liquid and to the interior of the sprayer plumbing. The ozone supply may be preceded by a rinsing or flushing of the sprayer plumbing using a rinse fluid, with the ozone injected to a circulating fluid in the sprayer plumbing. The sprayer may have an auxiliary liquid tank, such that residual spray liquid may be drained to the auxiliary tank to be cleaned using ozone. Such a cleaning operation can be performed at the same time as a further spraying operation, thereby providing for improved efficiency of operation of the sprayer. 1. A method of operating an agricultural sprayer , the agricultural sprayer comprising a liquid tank to hold a spray liquid and a spray applicator system coupled to the liquid tank , the method of operating the agricultural sprayer comprising the steps of:supplying a spray liquid from the liquid tank to the spray applicator system to perform a spraying operation, andafter the spraying operation is complete, supplying ozone to clean at least a portion of the agricultural sprayer.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising generating ozone using an ozone generator for supply to the at least a portion of the agricultural sprayer.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising supplying ozone to at least a portion of the spray applicator system claim 1 , to clean at least a portion of the spray applicator system.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the spray applicator system comprises a nozzle array arranged along a length of at least one spray boom claim 1 , and sprayer plumbing connecting the nozzle array with the liquid tank claim 1 , and wherein the method further comprises supplying ozone to the spray applicator system at discrete locations along the length of the at least one spray boom.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the method further ...

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Номер записи: 45
10-01-2019 дата публикации

APPLICATOR WITH COLLAPSIBLE WAND

Номер: US20190009296A1
Автор: Goodwin Randy M., HAVLOVITZ Paul, Montag Sean David, Perkins Jay F.
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An applicator comprises a housing having a liquid input, a pump, a motor, and a power source; a trigger for providing selective control over the pump; a wand hingedly connected to the housing; and a nozzle coupled to the wand for discharging liquid from the applicator. The nozzle and the liquid input are in fluid communication via the pump and various conduits of the applicator. 1. An applicator comprising: a pump;', 'an electric motor for driving the pump; and', 'a power source for providing power to the electric motor;, 'a housing, comprisinga trigger in electronic communication with the power source and the electric motor, wherein the trigger provides manual selective control over the pump such that when the trigger is depressed, the pump is actuated and when the trigger is released, the pump ceases operation;a wand connected to the housing via a hinge that is configured to allow the wand to be collapsed against the housing in a first position and extended away from the housing in a second position, the hinge having a hinge conduit in fluid communication with the pump, and the wand further comprising a wand conduit in fluid communication with the hinge conduit;a nozzle coupled to the wand for discharging liquid from the applicator, wherein the nozzle is in fluid communication with the wand conduit; anda liquid conduit having a proximal end in fluid communication with the pump and a distal end that extends externally from the housing, the distal end is configured to connect to a container that is external to and separate from the housing such that when the distal end of the liquid conduit is connected to the container, the container is coupled to the housing by the liquid conduit such that the container remains external to and separate from the housing.2. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle comprises:a first nozzle portion having a first nozzle conduit; anda second nozzle portion having several second nozzle conduits;wherein the second nozzle portion is ...

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Номер записи: 46
10-01-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR POWER WASHER SYSTEM, METHOD AND KIT THEREFOR

Номер: US20190009309A1
Автор: Eschrich Sven, Rickey Todd
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A modular power washer contains a power washing system (), containing a base unit () and an accessory unit (), wherein the accessory unit () is removably-attached to the base unit (). The base unit (), contains a housing (), a pump (), a motor (), a power source (), an input valve (), and an output valve (). The housing (), contains the pump (), and the motor (), therein, and the housing (), at least partially contains the power source (), therein. The motor (), is operatively-connected to the power source (). The pump (), is operatively-connected to the motor (). The pump (), is fluidly-connected to the input valve (), and the output valve (). The accessory unit (), is selected from a hose storage unit (), an additive tank (), a handle () a roll bar (), a frame (), a wheel (), and a combination thereof. A kit and a method of use are also described herein. 1. A modular pressure washing system , comprising:A. a base unit comprising a housing, a pump, a motor, a power source, an input valve, and an output valve, wherein the housing contains the pump and the motor, wherein the housing at least partially contains the power source, wherein the motor is operatively-connected to the power source, wherein the pump is operatively-connected to the motor, wherein the pump is fluidly connected to the input valve, and wherein the pump is fluidly-connected to the output valve; andB. an accessory unit selected from the group consisting of a hose storage unit, an additive tank, a handle, a roll bar, a frame, a wheel, and a combination thereof,wherein the accessory unit is removably-attachable to the base unit.2. The modular pressure washing system according to claim 1 , wherein the accessory unit is a frame.3. The modular pressure washing system according to claim 2 , wherein the frame comprises a wheel.4. The modular pressure washing system according to claim 1 , wherein the power source is selected from the group consisting of an internal combustion engine claim 1 , a DC power ...

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Номер записи: 47
09-01-2020 дата публикации

SPRAY DEVICE AND LEAK DETECTION MODULE

Номер: US20200009591A1
Автор: Chapron Aurélie, Devance Alain, Nomine Cyrille, Schreiner Mathieu
Принадлежит: PFEIFFER VACUUM

A spray device for detecting leaks is provided, including: a duct including an inlet configured to be connected to a tracer gas source, and an outlet; a valve interposed between the inlet and the outlet; a casing receiving the duct and the valve; at least one probe arranged in the duct, the at least one probe being configured to measure a parameter revealing a presence of the tracer gas in the duct; and at least one information device borne by the casing, configured to provide information on the presence of tracer gas in the duct in relation to a measurement performed by the at least one probe. 114.-. (canceled)15. A spray device for detecting leaks , comprising: an inlet configured to be connected to a tracer gas source, and', 'an outlet;, 'a duct comprisinga valve interposed between the inlet and the outlet;a casing receiving the duct and the valve;at least one probe arranged in the duct, the at least one probe being configured to measure a parameter revealing a presence of the tracer gas in the duct; andat least one information device borne by the casing, configured to provide information on the presence of tracer gas in the duct in relation to a measurement performed by the at least one probe.16. The spray device according to claim 15 , wherein the at least one probe is arranged downstream of the valve in a direction of circulation of the gases claim 15 , the at least one probe comprising a flow rate sensor.17. The spray device according to claim 15 , wherein the at least one probe is arranged upstream of the valve in a direction of circulation of the gases claim 15 , the at least one probe comprising a flow rate sensor or a pressure sensor.18. The spray device according to claim 15 , further comprising a comparator device linked to the at least one probe and to the information device claim 15 , the comparator device being configured to compare the measurement performed by the at least one probe with at least one minimum threshold indicating the presence or ...

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Номер записи: 48
03-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SPRAYING AN AGRICULTURAL FLUID ON FOLIAGE

Номер: US20220030845A1
Автор: Grimm Jeffrey John, Holtz Andrew J.
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A system includes a fluid supply line, a plurality of nozzle assemblies positioned and oriented to spray portions of a target, and a plurality of electrically actuated valve assemblies configured to control fluid flow to the nozzle assemblies. The system also includes a controller connected in communication with the plurality of electrically actuated valve assemblies and configured to individually actuate the valve assemblies between a closed position and an open position. The controller is configured to receive an orientation of each nozzle assembly relative to the target and determine a duty cycle of each valve assembly based on the orientation of the respective nozzle assembly. The controller is configured to actuate each valve assembly based on the respective orientation to provide a desired fluid characteristic of the fluid emitted from the respective nozzle assembly. 1. A system for applying agricultural fluid to a target , the system comprising:a fluid supply line connected to a fluid supply;a plurality of nozzle assemblies connected in fluid communication with the fluid supply line, wherein the nozzle assemblies are positioned and oriented to spray portions of the target;a plurality of electrically actuated valve assemblies configured to control fluid flow to the nozzle assemblies, wherein each valve assembly of the plurality of electrically actuated valve assembly is connected in fluid communication between the fluid supply line and a corresponding one of the plurality of nozzle assemblies to control fluid flow through the respective nozzle assembly; anda controller connected in communication with the plurality of electrically actuated valve assemblies and configured to individually actuate the valve assemblies between a closed position and an open position, wherein the controller is configured to receive an orientation of each nozzle assembly relative to the target and determine a duty cycle of each valve assembly based on the orientation of the respective ...

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Номер записи: 49
18-01-2018 дата публикации

PRODUCT DISCHARGE DEVICE FOR AN AGRICULTURAL MACHINE

Номер: US20180014453A1
Автор: CHAPERON Fabien
Принадлежит: EXEL INDUSTRIES

The present disclosure concerns a discharge device for a product dispersion assembly, for example intended to be attached on an agricultural machine, comprising a receiving element, such as a hopper, intended to receive the product, wherein the discharge device includes a mass measurement system configured to measure the mass of the receiving element. 1. A discharge device for a product dispersion assembly configured for attachment to an agricultural machine , the discharge device comprising:a receiving element configured for receiving product, anda mass measurement system configured to measure a mass of the receiving element.2. The discharge device according to claim 1 , wherein the mass measurement system comprises a mass information transmission system configured to transmit a mass information to a user.3. The discharge device according to claim 2 , wherein the mass information transmission system comprises a communication interface configured to transmit a mass information to a user interface claim 2 , wherein the communication interface displays the mass information.4. The discharge device according to claim 1 , wherein the mass measurement system comprises at least one mass sensor.5. The discharge device according to claim 4 , wherein the discharge device further comprises a frame claim 4 , wherein the at least one mass sensor is disposed between the receiving element and the frame.6. The discharge device according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one mass sensor comprises a strain gauge.7. The discharge device according to claim 1 , wherein the mass measurement system is configured to control at least one of a triggering of an audible alarm claim 1 , a triggering of a visual alarm claim 1 , an opening of a closure element claim 1 , and an actuation of a fluid accelerator according to a predetermined threshold value of mass information.8. The discharge device according to claim 1 , wherein the receiving element further comprises at least one of a smooth ...

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Номер записи: 50
19-01-2017 дата публикации

WAX SPRAY GUN AND DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH SUCH A WAX SPRAY GUN

Номер: US20170014842A1
Автор: BURZYNSKI Lukasz Filip, DREHER Claus
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A wax spray gun for dispensing corrosion protection wax in spray form including a pistol-grip-like handle and a trigger provided in front of the handle for triggering a dispensing operation. Above the handle, a dispensing subassembly is provided and includes with a mixing-nozzle unit. A dispensing opening, is also provided through which the corrosion protection wax is dispensed in spray form. The wax spray gun additionally includes feed channels for corrosion protection wax and for compressed air, the feed channels opening out into an atomizing chamber of the mixing-nozzle unit, and a heating device, which heats a heating portion of the feed channel for the corrosion protection wax. 1. Wax spray gun for dispensing corrosion protection wax in spray form , having the following features:a. the wax spray gun comprises a pistol-grip-like handle and a trigger, which is provided in front of the handle and is intended for triggering a dispensing operation, andb. the wax spray gun comprises, above the handle, a dispensing subassembly with a mixing-nozzle unit, which is followed by a dispensing opening, through which the corrosion protection wax is dispensed in spray form, andc. the wax spray gun comprises feed channels for corrosion protection wax and for compressed air, said feed channels opening out into an atomizing chamber of the mixing nozzle unit, andd. the wax spray gun comprises a heating device, to heat a heating portion of the feed channel for the corrosion protection wax.2. Wax spray gun according to claim 1 , having the following feature:a. the heating device is part of the dispensing subassembly, which is provided above the handle.3. Wax spray gun according to claim 2 , having the following feature:a. the wax spray gun comprises, on the handle, a connection for the corrosion protection wax, said connection being connected to the feed channel for the corrosion protection wax.4. Wax spray gun according to claim 1 , having the following feature:a. the dispensing ...

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Номер записи: 51
21-01-2016 дата публикации

SPRAY SYSTEM WITH SPEED-BASED PRESSURE CONTROLLER AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING SAME

Номер: US20160015020A1
Автор: Hooper Gordon, Kolb Troy C., Needham Duane
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Spray systems and control systems for use with spray systems are provided. A spray system generally includes a tank configured to hold a product, a conduit in fluid communication with the tank, a pump in fluid communication with the conduit, a flow controller, a plurality of electrically actuated nozzle assemblies in fluid communication with the conduit, and a pressure controller. The flow controller is configured to regulate a flow rate of product through the conduit based on a travel speed of the system. The plurality of nozzle assemblies is configured to dispense the product such that an upstream nozzle pressure is established within the conduit. The pressure controller is configured to control at least one operating parameter of at least one of the nozzle assemblies based at least in part on speed information indicative of the travel speed of the system to maintain a substantially constant upstream nozzle pressure.

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Номер записи: 52
18-01-2018 дата публикации

ELECTRIC FLUID FLOW MONITORING APPARATUS AND AGRICULTURAL FLUID APPLICATION SYSTEMS INCLUDING SAME

Номер: US20180015490A1
Автор: BOYD Andrew, Grimm Jeffrey John, Schrader Kale
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Electric fluid flow monitoring apparatus, and agricultural fluid application systems and methods including the same are described. The fluid flow monitoring apparatus generally includes a housing, a sensor assembly, and a traveler. The housing defines an interior cavity, and includes an inlet for fluid to enter the interior cavity and an outlet for fluid to exit the interior cavity. The sensor assembly is disposed in the interior cavity, and extends longitudinally in the direction of fluid flow. The traveler is movably supported by the sensor assembly such that fluid flow through the interior cavity causes the traveler to move longitudinally along the sensor assembly. The sensor assembly detects a longitudinal position of the traveler relative to the sensor assembly. 1. A system for applying fluid to an agricultural field , the system comprising:a supply tank;a fluid line connected to the supply tank;a dispensing device connected in fluid communication with the fluid line for dispensing fluid at least one of onto and into the agricultural field; and a housing defining an interior cavity, the housing including an inlet for fluid to enter the interior cavity and an outlet for fluid to exit the interior cavity, wherein the fluid line is connected to the flow monitoring apparatus such that fluid flows through the interior cavity from the inlet to the outlet;', 'a sensor assembly disposed in the interior cavity, the sensor assembly extending longitudinally in the direction of fluid flow; and', 'a traveler movably supported by the sensor assembly such that fluid flow through the interior cavity causes the traveler to move longitudinally along the sensor assembly, wherein the sensor assembly detects a longitudinal position of the traveler relative to the sensor assembly., 'a flow monitoring apparatus connected in fluid communication with the fluid line, the flow monitoring apparatus comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor assembly includes a plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 53
18-01-2018 дата публикации

ELECTRIC FLUID FLOW MONITORING APPARATUS AND AGRICULTURAL FLUID APPLICATION SYSTEMS INCLUDING SAME

Номер: US20180015491A1
Автор: BOYD Andrew, Grimm Jeffrey John, Marx Samuel Evans
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Electric fluid flow monitoring apparatus, and agricultural fluid application systems and methods including the same are described. The fluid flow monitoring apparatus generally includes an outer housing defining a cavity. The outer housing includes an inlet for fluid to enter the cavity and an outlet for fluid to exit the cavity. Fluid flows through the cavity from the inlet to the outlet. The flow monitoring apparatus also includes an inner housing defining an interior cavity and positioned within the outer housing cavity such that fluid flows through the interior cavity. The inner housing is removably connected to the outer housing such that the inner housing is interchangeable with another inner housing having a different cross-sectional profile. The flow monitoring apparatus further includes a traveler movably disposed within the interior cavity. 1. A flow monitoring apparatus for detecting fluid flow through a system , the flow monitoring apparatus comprising:an outer housing defining a cavity, the outer housing including an inlet for fluid to enter the cavity and an outlet for fluid to exit the cavity, wherein fluid flows through the cavity from the inlet to the outlet; andan inner housing defining an interior cavity and positioned within the outer housing cavity such that fluid flows through the interior cavity, wherein the inner housing is removably connected to the outer housing such that the inner housing is interchangeable with another inner housing having a different cross-sectional profile; anda traveler movably disposed within the interior cavity.2. The flow monitoring apparatus of further comprising a sensor assembly configured to detect a position of the traveler within the interior cavity.3. The flow monitoring apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the inner housing includes a visual indicator that corresponds to a range of flow rates measurable by the flow monitoring apparatus when operated with the inner housing.4. The flow monitoring apparatus of claim ...

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Номер записи: 54
18-01-2018 дата публикации

DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR REPELLING PESTS, ANIMATE OR INANIMATE

Номер: US20180015492A1
Автор: MORRIS Frederick W.
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A device for repelling pests includes a housing, a positioning mechanism to move the housing, at least three range-finding elements affixed to the housing along a common plane to detect a presence of a pest (e.g., an animate pest such as an animal, or an inanimate pest such as a drone) by obtaining a signal indicative of a location of the pest relative to the device, a projectile launcher affixed to the housing to fire one or more projectiles therefrom, and a controller electronically coupled to the range-finding elements, the positioning mechanism, and the projectile launcher. The controller may be configured to move the housing using the positioning mechanism until a strength of the signal obtained from each of the range-finding elements is substantially equal thereby indicating that the projectile launcher is directed toward the location of the pest, and to fire projectiles from the projectile launcher toward the pest. 1. A device for repelling pests , comprising:a housing;a positioning mechanism structurally configured to move the housing along one or more of an x-axis, a y-axis, and a z-axis;at least three range-finding elements affixed to the housing along a common plane, each of the at least three range-finding elements configured to detect a presence of a pest by obtaining a signal indicative of a location of the pest relative to the device;a projectile launcher affixed to the housing, the projectile launcher structurally configured to fire one or more projectiles therefrom; anda controller comprising a processor, the controller electronically coupled to the at least three range-finding elements, the positioning mechanism, and the projectile launcher, the controller configured to move the housing using the positioning mechanism along one or more of the x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis until a strength of the signal obtained from each of the at least three range-finding elements is substantially equal thereby indicating that the projectile launcher is directed ...

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Номер записи: 55
03-02-2022 дата публикации

METHODS FOR IMPROVED AGRICULTURAL PROCEDURES

Номер: US20220034859A1
Автор: Gaynor Adam, Petersdorf Aaron, Rupp Craig, Spaetti Corwin, Yenduri Ravi
Принадлежит: Sabanto, Inc.

Various apparatus and procedures for agricultural operations are provided. In particular, in one embodiment, methods for determining the precise location of each seed planted and using the seed planting location data to improve post-planting operations are provided. In another embodiment, apparatus and methods for determining the location of wet zones in an agricultural field and using the wet zone location data to plan an optimal path through the field to avoid wet areas are provided. In another embodiment, methods for tendering seed and chemical inputs for an agricultural operation are provided. In another embodiment, dynamic path planning methods of an autonomous agricultural vehicle are provided. In another embodiment, methods of planting end rows in an agricultural field are provided. In another embodiment, methods for planting multiple seed varieties in an agricultural field are provided. 1. A method for determining a location of a seed planted in an agricultural field comprising:providing an agricultural planter equipped with a GPS receiver;moving the agricultural planter through the field;depositing the seed in the field via a row unit of the agricultural planter and determining a location of the GPS receiver as the seed is deposited; andstoring the location.2. The method of further comprising applying an offset to the location to determine an adjusted location representing the location of the planted seed in the agricultural field claim 1 , and wherein storing the location comprises storing the adjusted location.3. The method of further comprising storing an offset representing a location of the planted seed4. The method of further comprising storing a hybrid or variety of the seed.5. The method of wherein the steps of moving the agricultural planter through the field claim 1 , depositing the seed in the field via a row unit of the agricultural planter and determining the location of the GPS receiver as the seed is deposited claim 1 , and storing the ...

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Номер записи: 56
17-01-2019 дата публикации

PRESSURE WASHER SPRAY GUN WITH MULTIPLE CHEMICAL CONTAINERS

Номер: US20190015853A1
Автор: Hahn Ryan T., Johnson Todd W., Krajewski Christopher M., Zurawski Matthew S.
Принадлежит: Briggs & Stratton Corporation

A spray gun for use with a pressure washer includes a spray gun body, an inlet, a primary flow path for conducting a primary fluid flow, a secondary flow path for conducting a secondary fluid flow, and an inlet flow path for receiving a flow of pressurized water from the pressure washer via the inlet. The inlet flow path directs the pressurized water into the primary flow path. The spray gun further includes multiple chemical containers carried on the spray gun body, each chemical container configured to contain a different chemical, and a selector valve movable among a number of positions to fluidly couple one of the chemical containers with the secondary flow path. 1. A spray gun for use with a pressure washer , comprising:a spray gun body;an inlet;a primary flow path for conducting a primary fluid flow;a secondary flow path for conducting a secondary fluid flow;an inlet flow path for receiving a flow of pressurized water from the pressure washer via the inlet, the inlet flow path directing the pressurized water into the primary flow path;a plurality of chemical containers carried on the spray gun body; anda selector valve movable among a plurality of positions to fluidly couple one of the plurality of chemical containers with the secondary flow path.2. The spray gun of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of positions comprises:a first position, wherein when the selector valve is in the first position, a first chemical container is fluidly coupled to the secondary flow path; andan off position, wherein when the selector valve is in the off position, no chemical container is fluidly coupled to the secondary flow path.3. The spray gun of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of positions further comprises:a second position, wherein when the selector valve is in the second position, a second chemical container is fluidly coupled to the secondary flow path;wherein the off position is positioned between the first position and the second position.4. The spray gun of claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 57
03-02-2022 дата публикации

METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR PRESENTING SPRAYING OPERATION

Номер: US20220035344A1
Автор: LI Jixiang
Принадлежит: GUANGZHOU XAIRCRAFT TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Disclosed are a method, apparatus and system for presenting a spraying operation, wherein the method comprises: acquiring a spray coefficient of an operating device at an operation position corresponding to a sampling point, wherein the spray coefficient is used for representing a spray quantity of the operating device at the operation position (S); acquiring color information corresponding to the spray coefficient of the operation position (S); and presenting the operation position and the color information corresponding to the operation position (S). The method solves the technical problems that a spray quantity at a specific position in a target region cannot be determined, and spray efficiency is low. 1. A method for presenting a spraying operation , comprising:acquiring a spray coefficient of an operating device at an operation location corresponding to a sampling point, wherein the spray coefficient is used for representing an amount of a chemical sprayed from the operating device at the operation location;acquiring color information corresponding to the operation location according to the spray coefficient; andpresenting the operation location and the color information corresponding to the operation location.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the acquiring a spray coefficient of an operating device at an operation location corresponding to a sampling point comprises:acquiring information on a spray flow rate from the operating device at the operation location and information on a moving speed of the operating device when passing through the operation location; anddetermining a spray coefficient based on the information on the spray flow rate and the information on the moving speed of the operating device, wherein the spray coefficient is directly proportional to the spray amount at the operation location.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the acquiring color information corresponding to the operation location according to the spray ...

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Номер записи: 58
21-01-2021 дата публикации

SPRAYER BOOM SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210016306A1
Автор: HIDDEMA Joris Jan
Принадлежит:

A boom suspension assembly for an agricultural sprayer having a chassis, a lift arm assembly mounted to the chassis, and a boom support frame pendulously suspended from the lift arm assembly. Springs and dampers between the chassis and the boom support frame control pitch and yaw movement of the boom support frame away from a neutral position. The lift arm assembly, boom support frame and dampers provide a four-bar linkage which maintains the boom support frame in a steady alignment when raised and lowered. 1. A sprayer boom suspension assembly comprising:a chassis;a lift arm assembly mounted to the chassis;a boom support frame pendulously suspended from the lift arm assembly; andfirst and second dampers each connected at one end to the chassis and at an opposite end to the boom support frame in a laterally spaced-apart relationship, wherein the dampers are configured to damp swinging movement of the boom support frame relative to the lift arm assembly.2. The sprayer boom suspension assembly according to claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second dampers comprises a damping cylinder connected to the chassis.3. The sprayer boom suspension assembly according to claim 2 , wherein each of the first and second dampers further comprises a bell crank pivotally mounted to the chassis claim 2 , wherein the damping cylinder is connected between the chassis and a first arm of the bell crank claim 2 , and a tie rod is connected between a second arm of the bell crank and the boom support frame.4. The sprayer boom suspension assembly according to claim 3 , wherein each of the first and second dampers further comprises a spring or cushion secured to the chassis and which acts upon the bell crank.5. The sprayer boom suspension assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the boom support frame is pendulously suspended from the lift arm assembly by a ball joint.6. The sprayer boom suspension assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the lift arm assembly comprises a lift arm pivotally ...

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Номер записи: 59
22-01-2015 дата публикации

DAMPENING UNIT COMPRISING A ROTATING BRUSH, AND CONTAINER-HANDLING MACHINE

Номер: US20150020733A1
Автор: Zimmer Frank
Принадлежит:

A dampening unit that sprays viscous application liquid to a treatment surface includes a rotating brush driven to rotate around the axis, a liquid applicator that supplies the liquid to the brush, and a brush chamber to accommodate the brush. The brush chamber includes a wall that surrounds the brush. The wall defines an ejection window for discharging viscous application liquid that is either sprayed or spun away from the brush. 116-. (canceled)17. An apparatus comprising a dampening unit that sprays viscous application liquid to a treatment surface , wherein said dampening unit defines a dampening unit axis and wherein said dampening unit comprises a brush , a liquid applicator , and a brush chamber , wherein said brush is driven to rotate around said axis , wherein said liquid applicator supplies said viscous application liquid to said brush , wherein said brush chamber accommodates said brush , wherein said brush chamber comprises a wall that surrounds said brush , wherein said wall defines an ejection window for discharging viscous application liquid that is one of sprayed and spun away from said brush.18. The apparatus of claim 17 , wherein said brush comprises a brush body claim 17 , and a liquid path formed in said brush body claim 17 , wherein said liquid path distributes said viscous application liquid on a circumference of said brush body.19. The apparatus of claim 18 , wherein said liquid path is formed at least partially by a distributor channel and by a plurality of individual channels that are open on said circumference of said brush body and that open into a distributor channel.20. The apparatus of claim 17 , further comprising means for applying said liquid to said brush from outside.21. The apparatus of claim 20 , wherein said means for supplying said viscous application liquid to said brush comprises external nozzles that deliver said viscous application liquid to a rubbing and wetting place for said brush.22. The apparatus of claim 17 , further ...

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Номер записи: 60
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Robotic irrigation system

Номер: US20170020087A1
Автор: Ali S. Younis, Saed G. Younis
Принадлежит: YOUNIS TECHNOLOGIES Inc

An irrigation system continuously monitors status of lawns or plants under its care and directs water to where it is needed when it is needed to maintain lawn or plant health. The system can significantly reduce water usage, unnecessary seepage, and runoff. A irrigation robot refills a water tank from a refill station and then deliver the water where it is needed. An image sensor can continually take and analyze images of the lawns or plants to determine watering needs. The image sensor can also monitor the irrigation robot. The robot may also include a steerable water nozzle to deliver water to harder to reach locations.

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Номер записи: 61
10-02-2022 дата публикации

ROTOR-SUSPENDED BOOM SPRAYER WITH WIDE SPRAY BOOM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20220039368A1
Автор: Chen Yuli, GUAN Zhaofeng, LI Bingjue, LIANG Lebin, LIU Luohao, LUO Xiwen, WU Haitian, ZHANG Zhengtong, ZHOU Zhiyan
Принадлежит:

A rotor-suspended boom sprayer includes a sprayer body, a pair of polygonal rollers mounted on the sprayer body, and two rotor wide spray booms which are respectively located on either side of the sprayer body when unfolded, the two rotor wide spray booms being unrolled and rolled up by the polygonal roller. Each rotor wide spray boom includes at least one electric motor, at least one propeller correspondingly connected to the electric motor, several sets of rotor spray boom units connected to each other, and several spraying heads provided on the rotor wide spray boom. A self-balancing fixed height system is provided on each rotor wide spray boom to acquire height information and regulate balance and height above the ground of the boom, and the sprayer body is equipped with a main control system connected to the polygonal roller, the electric motor, and the self-balancing fixed height system. 2. The rotor-suspended boom sprayer with wide spray boom according to claim 1 , wherein the sprayer body is equipped with a power source configured to provide electrical energy for the boom sprayer and a pesticide liquid supply system that are connected to the main control system claim 1 , a pesticide liquid tank;', 'a water pump which is mounted on the pesticide liquid tank and is connected to the main control system and configured to pump pesticide liquid within the pesticide liquid tank into the spraying heads; and', 'a pesticide liquid tube, which is distributed and mounted on the rotor wide spray boom and is in communication with a spraying head., 'wherein the pesticide liquid supply system includes'}3. The rotor-suspended boom sprayer with wide spray boom according to claim wherein the sprayer body is provided with a roller base on which a roller frame is provided claim 1 , and the polygonal rollers are mounted on the roller frame claim 1 , and wherein centers of the roller base and the roller frame are connected by a bearing claim 1 , and the roller base and the roller ...

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Номер записи: 62
26-01-2017 дата публикации

STEAM ATOMIZING LIQUID SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20170021373A1
Автор: Patel Bandish
Принадлежит:

A steam atomizing liquid spraying system which in the preferred embodiment includes a spray nozzle assembly having a central liquid passageway for coupling to a liquid supply and a plurality of spray nozzles each removably mounted in the nozzle body and having a respective central steam passage communicating with a steam supply. The spray nozzles each further have a plurality of circumferentially spaced liquid accelerating passages that communicate with a respective angled passage of the nozzle body which in turn communicates with the central liquid supply passageway for directing liquid into the central steam passage of the spray nozzle for interaction with steam directed through the central steam passage and atomization of liquid discharging from the spray nozzle. In an alternative embodiment, a single spray nozzle insert is utilized. 1. A steam atomizing liquid spraying system comprising:said spray nozzle assembly including nozzle body having a central liquid passageway for coupling to a liquid supply;a plurality of spray nozzles each removably mounted in a respective nozzle receiving passage of said nozzle body;said nozzle receiving passages of said nozzle body each being coupleable to a steam supply;said spray nozzles each having a central steam passage communicating between the respective nozzle receiving passage and a discharge orifice of the spray nozzle;the nozzle body having a plurality of angled passages communicating with said central liquid passage; andsaid angled passages of said nozzle body each communicating with a respective central steam passage of one of said spray nozzles for directing liquid into the central steam passage of the spray nozzle for interaction with steam directed through the central steam passage and atomization of liquid discharging from the spray nozzle.2. The steam atomizing liquid spraying system of in which said spray nozzles each have a plurality of circumferentially spaced liquid accelerating passages communicating with the ...

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Номер записи: 63
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Supply device for viscous media

Номер: US20170021374A1
Автор: Beisel Daniel, Kreutzkaemper Juergen, Schoenfeld Andreas
Принадлежит: SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH

Disclosed is a supply device () for supplying a consumer with a viscous medium, in particular a lubricant supply device (), comprising at least a reservoir () for the viscous medium () comprising a follower piston () which comprises a ring seal () at its circumferential edges and is supported on the viscous medium and which separates the reservoir () into a space () supplied with a viscous medium and an air space (), and a feed pump () for feeding the viscous medium from the reservoir () to a medium outlet (), wherein further in the reservoir () at least one opening () is provided which serves to receive a ventilation apparatus () via which the reservoir () is in air-exchanging contact with the exterior surroundings; wherein the opening () is arranged in the reservoir () such that in a determined filling state of the reservoir () the ring seal () at least partially overrides the opening () so that the space supplied with a viscous medium is in fluidic connection with the opening (). 2. The supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the fluidic connection is formed in case of a maximum filling of the reservoir with a viscous medium.3. The supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the opening is further configured to provide a detachable connection between the reservoir and the ventilation apparatus.4. The supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the opening and/or the ventilation apparatus comprise at least one sealing element by means of which the connection between the reservoir and the ventilation apparatus may be sealed.5. The supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the detachable connection may be acquired via a form lock claim 1 , in particular a snap lock claim 1 , bayonet lock or screw lock claim 1 , or a frictional lock claim 1 , in particular clamps.6. The supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the reservoir or the ventilation apparatus comprises a projection which cooperates with a complementarily configured groove at the ventilation ...

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Номер записи: 64
28-01-2016 дата публикации

INDUCTION HEATING DEVICE FOR SHAVING AND COSMETIC APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20160023887A1
Автор: Laghi Aldo A., Prast Eric, Vint Nate
Принадлежит: ALPS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC

A dispenser for dispensing warmed shaving and cosmetic products having an induction heating system mounted within housing for heating only a conductive floating target screen disposed on an upper surface region of a shaving or cosmetic product stored within a product receptacle surrounded by an induction heating coil of the induction heating system thereby heating only the upper surface region of the product. 1. An induction heating device adapted to heat products for shaving or cosmetic purposes comprising:a housing having a product receptacle for holding products for shaving or cosmetic purposes, said product defining an upper surface region in said product receptacle;an induction coil surrounding said product receptacle for generating electromagnetic energy into said product receptacle;electronic circuitry connected to said coil for activating said coil to generate said electromagnetic energy; anda conductive target floating screen in said product receptacle sized to overlie said upper surface region and adapted to float on said upper surface region of said product;whereby said conductive target floating screen is heated by electromagnetic induction thereby heating only said upper surface region of said product for application to a user.2. An induction heating device as claimed in and further comprising:said housing includes a top surface;said product receptacle includes a first cylindrical shaped cup mounted in said top surface and a second cylindrical shaped cup removably inserted in said first cup, said second cup is adapted to hold said products for shaving or cosmetic purposes.3. An induction heating device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said second cup is complementally configured to said first cup.4. An induction heating device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein said first and second cups are configured to maintain alignment and prevent rotation therebetween during use.5. An induction heating device as claimed in claim 4 , wherein said first and second cups ...

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Номер записи: 65
10-02-2022 дата публикации

SPRAY ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20220040712A1
Автор: Erickson Perry D.
Принадлежит: KOHLER CO.

A spray assembly includes an inner chamber, an outer chamber, a spray face, a plurality of shafts, a lever, a moving fulcrum, and a plurality of sleeves. The inner chamber provides a fluid in a first spray mode of a plurality of spray modes. The spray face is fluidly coupled to the outer chamber and includes one or more nozzles that are movable between a plurality of nozzle positions such that the spray face provides the fluid in a second spray mode and a third spray mode. The plurality of shafts are movable for directing the fluid within the spray assembly. The lever operates the plurality of shafts. The moving fulcrum changes a location of a fulcrum of the lever such that the fulcrum changes as the lever is operated. A first sleeve is configured to move the one or more nozzles of the spray face. 1. A spray assembly comprising:an inner chamber defining a first fluid outlet for providing a fluid in a first spray mode of a plurality of spray modes; andan outer chamber disposed radially outward from the inner chamber;a spray face fluidly coupled to the outer chamber and comprising one or more nozzles, the one or more nozzles configured to be moved between a plurality of nozzle positions such that the spray face selectively provides the fluid in at least a second spray mode and a third spray mode;a plurality of shafts configured to be selectively movable between a plurality of shaft positions such that the spray assembly selectively provides the fluid in the plurality of spray modes;a lever configured to be selectively operable in a plurality of lever positions such that the lever operates the plurality of shafts in the plurality of shaft positions;a moving fulcrum structured to change a location of a fulcrum of the lever such that the fulcrum changes as the lever is operated through the plurality of lever positions; anda plurality of sleeves, a first sleeve of the plurality of sleeves configured to move the one or more nozzles of the spray face.2. The spray assembly ...

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Номер записи: 66
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Automatic Rinse System For An Agricultural Sprayer

Номер: US20190022687A1
Автор: Bittner Roy A., Brooks Nathan P.
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A rinse monitoring and control system for a self-propelled sprayer is configured to allow automatic rinsing of plumbing components and tubing of the sprayer with a liquid rinse by automatically controlling the timing and sequencing of electronic valves upon receiving a rinse command. Aspects of the rinsing can be configured by an operator, such as the whether the product tank is rinsed, the duration of each rinse, and the number of rinse cycles. The valves and liquid flow can be monitored in real time from a touchscreen HMI during the rinsing. Accordingly, the sprayer can be thoroughly rinsed by pressing a single button to generate the rinse command, without requiring the operator to manually actuate valves and/or recall stages of the rinse sequence. 1. A rinse system for a self-propelled agricultural sprayer , the rinse system comprising:a product storage system having a product tank storing an agricultural liquid product on a chassis of the sprayer;a rinse liquid storage system having a rinse tank storing a rinse liquid on the chassis;a spray boom supported by the chassis of the sprayer and defining multiple spray sections for receiving the liquid product and the rinse liquid and selectively delivering the liquid product and the rinse liquid to a field;an on-board valve system including a product tank outlet valve configured to actuate between a closed position preventing flow of the liquid product out of the product tank and an open position permitting flow of the liquid product out of the product tank and a rinse tank outlet valve configured to actuate between a closed position preventing flow of the rinse liquid out of the rinse tank and an open position permitting flow of the rinse liquid out of the rinse tank;a boom valve system including multiple spray section feed valves, wherein each of the spray section feed valves is configured to actuate between a closed position preventing flow of the liquid product and the rinse liquid through a respective spray ...

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Номер записи: 67
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Apparatus, Systems And Methods For Applying Fluid

Номер: US20210022286A1
Автор: Farrington Ron, Gilbert Douglas, Howard John
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The disclosed apparatus, systems and methods relate to fluid distribution systems. The fluid distribution systems being made up of a plurality of positive displacement pumps disposed on a fluid distribution manifold and proximate to the tank and the point of product discharge. The system optionally has a valve system for precision control of fluid discharge. 1. A row liquid distribution system for an agricultural implement , comprising:a. a supply tank;b. a manifold in fluidic communication with the supply tank;c. a plurality of discharges; andd. a plurality of positive displacement pumps distributed along the manifold so as to be proximate to the plurality of discharges.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a high precision flow meter in fluidic communication with the supply tank.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the system is constructed and arranged to utilize an electronic signature to establish volumetric flow via an open loop system.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a. a second supply tank;b. a second manifold in fluidic communication with the second supply tank;c. a plurality of second discharges; andd. a plurality of second pumps distributed along the second manifold so as to be proximate to the plurality of second discharges.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of pumps distributed along the manifold and plurality of second pumps distributed along the second manifold are variable speed positive displacement pumps.6. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a switching valve system constructed and arranged for intermittent application of fluid.7. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a calibration system.8. A fluid distribution system for an agricultural implement claim 1 , comprising:a. a tool bar;b. a manifold disposed along the tool bar;c. a plurality of pumps in fluidic communication with the manifold; andd. a plurality of discharges, each discharge in fluidic communication with a pump,wherein each pump is proximal ...

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Номер записи: 68
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Spraying Device

Номер: US20190023235A1
Автор: Vidovic Branko
Принадлежит:

A spraying device for deicing vehicle windows includes a shell that defines an interior space. The shell is configured to position a deicing solution, such as windshield washing fluid. A housing that defines an internal space is coupled to the shell. A power module and a pump are coupled to the housing and are positioned in the internal space. The pump is fluidically coupled to the interior space and is operationally coupled to the power module. A tube is fluidically coupled to the pump and extends from the shell. The tube is flexible. A nozzle is coupled to the tube distal from the shell. The pump is configured to motivate the deicing solution from the interior space through the tube. The nozzle is configured to spray the deicing solution on a target, such as a window of a vehicle, such that ice on the target is melted. 1. A spraying device comprising:a shell defining an interior space, said shell being configured for positioning a deicing solution, such as windshield washing fluid;a housing coupled to said shell, said housing defining an internal space;a power module coupled to said housing and positioned in said internal space;a pump coupled to said housing and positioned in said internal space, said pump being fluidically coupled to said interior space, said pump being operationally coupled to said power module;a tube fluidically coupled to said pump and extending from said shell, said tube being flexible;a nozzle coupled to said tube distal from said shell; andwherein said tube is positioned on said pump such that said pump is configured for motivating the deicing solution from said interior space through said tube, wherein said nozzle is positioned on said tube such that said nozzle is configured for spraying the deicing solution on a target, such as a window of a vehicle, such that ice on the target is melted.2. The device of claim 1 , further including said shell comprising an annular wall extending from a bottom to a top claim 1 , said bottom being ...

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Номер записи: 69
23-01-2020 дата публикации

SPRAY PATTERN OF NOZZLE SYSTEMS

Номер: US20200023398A1
Автор: Feldhaus Johannes, Humpal Richard A., Wu Dolly Y.
Принадлежит:

A system and method for dispersing fluids from an agricultural vehicle includes a sprayer that dispenses the fluids and a controller cooperative with a plurality of sensors to sense vehicle travel speed, vehicle travel direction, wind speed, wind direction, and the heights of first and second nozzles from the ground surface. The controller includes a memory storing a look-up table having fan angles of the first and second nozzles, and a processor that computes first and second spray pattern on the ground surface based on the fluid dispensed through the respective first and second nozzles. The processor determines an overlap region between the first and second spray patterns, compares the determined overlap region with a pre-determined overlap, and takes corrective action automatically by changing travel speed of the vehicle or changing a duration of time the fluids are dispensed from the first and second nozzles. 1. A method of dispersing fluids or fine granular particles from an agricultural vehicle , the method comprising:dispensing the fluids or fine granular particles through a first nozzle and a second nozzle;sensing at least one of the following: vehicle travel speed, vehicle travel direction, wind speed, wind direction, a first height of the first nozzle from a ground surface and a second height of the second nozzle from the ground surface;computing, with a processor, a first spray pattern on the ground surface based on an expected fan angle from a look-up table having fan angles of the first and second nozzles of fluids or fine granular particles dispensed through the first nozzle, and at least one of the following: the sensed vehicle travel speed, the sensed vehicle travel direction, the sensed wind speed, the sensed wind direction, and the sensed height of the first nozzle from the ground surface;computing, with the processor, a second spray pattern on the ground surface based on an expected angle from the look-up table having fan angles of the first and ...

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Номер записи: 70
26-01-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR TESTING AN AGRICULTURAL SPRAYING DEVICE

Номер: US20170024870A1
Автор: REICHHARDT Andreas
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In a method for testing an agricultural spraying device () which comprises a plurality of nozzles () that are arranged at a spacing from one other and spray a liquid, which is supplied under pressure, in a defined atomizing cone (), a region, near the nozzle, of the atomizing cone () of each individual nozzle () is optically recorded, in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the atomizing cone (), by means of a recording device () having a digital camera (), and is stored as a digital image file. 1. Method for testing an agricultural spraying device that comprises a plurality of nozzles that are arranged at a spacing from one another and spray a liquid , which is supplied under pressure , in a defined atomizing cone , in which method a region , near the nozzle , of the atomizing cone of each individual nozzle is optically recorded , in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the atomizing cone , by a recording device having a digital camera , and is stored as a digital image file.2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the stored image files are each compared with an empirically determined reference image file and deviations between an image file and the reference image file are determined and evaluated in order to assess the state of the nozzle associated with the deviating image file.3. Method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when each atomizing cone region is being optically recorded claim 1 , a defined background surface is arranged behind the atomizing cone region when viewed from the camera.4. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the atomizing cone region is illuminated during the optical recording process.5. Method according to claim 1 , wherein an optically recorded image file of the atomizing cone region of a new nozzle of the type to be tested is used as the reference image file.6. Method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when an atomizing cone region is being optically recorded claim 1 , the pressure of the liquid ...

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Номер записи: 71
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Defect Detection Device and Production System

Номер: US20180025486A1
Автор: Noshi Yoshitsugu, SAKURAI Satoru, SHIBAYAMA Hirohisa, Shimizu Akira, SHIOTANI Eiji, Sugiyama Kiyokazu, Terada Daisuke, Utsumi Yoshito
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Provided is a defect detection device capable of measuring the volume of surface defects. The defect detection device includes: an imaging device configured to image an image of an inspection object; a binarization processing unit configured to subject the image to first and second binarization processing by use of different first and second binarization thresholds, so as to calculate first and second sizes for an identical defect in the image; a ratio calculation unit configured to calculate a first ratio of the second size to the first size; and a depth determination unit configured to determine a depth of the defect depending on the first ratio. 1. A defect detection device comprising:a camera configured to image an image of an inspection object;a binarization processor configured to subject the image to first and second binarization processing by use of different first and second binarization thresholds, so as to calculate first and second sizes for an identical defect in the image;a ratio calculation processor configured to calculate a first ratio of the second size to the first size; anda depth determination processor configured to determine a depth of the defect depending on the first ratio.2. The defect detection device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a volume calculation processor configured to calculate a volume of the defect depending on the depth of the defect determined, and calculate a sum of volumes of all defects in the image; anda quality determination processor configured to determine whether the inspection object is fine or inferior according to the sum of the volumes of the all defects.3. The defect detection device according to claim 1 , wherein:the binarization processing processor subjects the image to third binarization processing by use of a third binarization threshold different from the first and second binarization thresholds, so as to calculate a third size for the identical defect in the image;the ratio calculation processor ...

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Номер записи: 72
29-01-2015 дата публикации

Gardening Gun Structure

Номер: US20150028134A1
Автор: Hung Chen-Fu
Принадлежит: RUEY RYH ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.

A gardening gun structure may include a water gun body with an extended handle; a pull grip pivotally connected to a rear side of the handle; and a water controlling shaft set comprising a water controlling shaft, a water stoppage ring and a water controlling head being disposed at an end of the water controlling shaft, and a screw thread section being disposed at another end, a spring being sleeved around a shaft section disposed at an inner end of the water controlling head, a water stoppage pad with a central hole being sleeved around a shaft section disposed at a rear end of the spring, a first bush being sleeved around a shaft section between the spring and the water stoppage pad, and a second bush being sleeved around a shaft section disposed at a rear end of the water stoppage pad. 1. A gardening gun structure , comprising:a water gun body of a water gun structure with an extended handle, a horizontal water controlling passage being disposed inside the water gun body, a small diameter water outlet connecting with a nozzle disposed at a front central end of the water controlling passage, and a through hole penetrating from the water gun body disposed at a rear central end of the water controlling passage;a pull grip pivotally connected to a rear side of the handle, and a sleeve hole disposed on an upper end of the pull grip being corresponding to the through hole at a rear end of the water gun body; anda water controlling shaft set comprising a water controlling shaft, a water stoppage ring and a water controlling head being disposed at an end of the water controlling shaft, a screw thread section being disposed at another end, a spring being sleeved around a shaft section disposed at an inner end of the water controlling head, a water stoppage pad with a central hole being sleeved around a shaft section disposed at a rear end of the spring, a first bush being sleeved around a shaft section between the spring and the water stoppage pad, and a second bush being ...

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Номер записи: 73
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Dual nozzle sprayer

Номер: US20180027798A1
Автор: Kenneth D. Crenshaw
Принадлежит: Individual

A fluid spray apparatus includes an inlet and first and second outlets. A first actuator may communicate the inlet with at least one of the outlets. A second actuator also may communicate the inlet with at least one of the outlets. A passage network of the fluid spray apparatus communicates the first and second actuators with the first and second outlets. A diverter structure is disposed in the passage network. The diverter structure includes a first diverter structure arrangement. In the first diverter structure arrangement, the first actuator communicates the inlet with the first outlet and the second actuator communicates the inlet with the second outlet. The diverter structure also includes a second diverter structure arrangement. In the second diverter structure arrangement, the first actuator communicates the inlet with the second outlet and the second actuator communicates the inlet with the first outlet.

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Номер записи: 74
29-01-2015 дата публикации

LASER DEPOSITIONING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COMPONENT BY DIRECT LASER DEPOSITIONING

Номер: US20150030787A1
Автор: CLEMEN Carsten
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a laser depositioning device with a machine bed, onto the surface of which can be deposited a powder material, using at least one first laser for layer by layer melting of the powder material, characterized in that at least one second laser is provided to melt on the powder material layer by layer, with the second laser having a higher power than the first laser, as well as to a method for producing a component provided with a supporting structure. 1. Laser depositioning device with a machine bed , onto the surface of which can be deposited a powder material , using at least one first laser for layer by layer melting of the powder material , wherein at least one second laser is provided to melt on the powder material layer by layer , with the second laser having a higher power than the first laser.2. Device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the power of the first laser is designed for producing a component and the power of the second laser for producing a supporting structure.3. Device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the power of the first laser is smaller than the power of the second laser up to a factor of 5.4. Device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the first and the second lasers are designed for melting on the same coating thickness of the powder material.5. Device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the focusing of the first laser differs from that of the second laser.6. Method for producing a component provided with a supporting structure by means of a laser depositioning device claim 1 , where at least one first laser is used for layer by layer manufacturing the component out of a powdery material claim 1 , and at least one second laser is used for producing a supporting structure claim 1 , supporting the component claim 1 , layer by layer out of the powdery material claim 1 , with the first laser being operated with a lower power than the second laser.7. Method in accordance with claim 6 , wherein using the ...

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Номер записи: 75
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Two Component Airless Adhesive Spray Gun and Method of Use

Номер: US20160030955A1
Автор: Adams Steven E., Churcher Ian L., Hannon John C., Nelson Terry, Rose Robert J., Sinclair Andrew T.
Принадлежит:

A two part airless adhesive spray system is provided herein. This system provides numerous enhancements to the prior art including limiting overspray “fog,” saving on sprayed material because of a more efficient spray pattern, and providing a stronger bond than that of the air-atomized spray guns of the prior art. 1) A two component airless adhesive spray gun system comprising: a handle;', 'a trigger attached to the handle, the trigger controlling a position of a first actuating needle, and a second actuating needle, each needle movable between a closed position and an open position;', 'an adhesive inlet port;', 'an adhesive nozzle interior portion comprising an inlet end, outlet end, and an interior, the interior having an increased width portion, an orifice at the outlet end, and a needle seat configured to sealingly receive the first actuating needle when the first actuating needle is in the closed position, the first actuating needle exposing the orifice when in the open position;', 'an adhesive nozzle, the adhesive nozzle having a second orifice aligned with the orifice of the adhesive nozzle interior portion;', 'an activator housing connected to the airless adhesive spray gun, and spaced apart from the adhesive nozzle, the second actuating needle housed within a cavity formed by the activator housing;', 'an activator nozzle in communication with the cavity of the activator housing, the activator nozzle configured to atomize a quantity of activator as it passes through an orifice of the activator nozzle;', 'an activator inlet port in communication with the cavity of the activator housing;, 'an airless adhesive spray gun comprisinga quantity of adhesive connected to the airless adhesive spray gun through the adhesive inlet port, the quantity of adhesive being a water-based adhesive, a pressurizing structure providing the quantity of adhesive to the airless adhesive spray gun under a pressure of less than 150 psi;a quantity of activator connected to the activator ...

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Номер записи: 76
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Washer liquid heating apparatus integrated into washer reservoir

Номер: US20160031420A1
Автор: Sang Heon Wang, Seok Cheon Kang, Seung Kil BAIK
Принадлежит: Denso Korea Automotive Corp, Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Motors Corp

A washer liquid heating apparatus integrated into a reservoir may include an auxiliary tank which is integrally connected to the reservoir and in which a washer liquid inflowing from the reservoir is stored, and a heater assembly that is integrally attached to the auxiliary tank and heats the washer liquid stored in the auxiliary tank, wherein the heater assembly comprises a plate-type heater that is installed in a hole of the auxiliary tank to heat the washer liquid within the auxiliary tank, and wherein the plate-type heater is exposed to an inside of the auxiliary tank through the hole of the auxiliary tank such that a heating surface where heating is performed heats the washer liquid within the auxiliary tank.

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Номер записи: 77
02-02-2017 дата публикации

Control of Toilet Bowl Odors by Fogging Nozzles

Номер: US20170030064A1
Автор: Gill Pal Singh
Принадлежит:

This invention relates to control of obnoxious odors from toilet bowl by fogging nozzles. This is accomplished by mounting fogging nozzles on an independent insert installed under the toilet seat on common mounting holes. Fogging nozzles are fed from the household water supply at 40-60 PSI. This is achieved by bifurcating water supply to the toilet tank or such water sources available in the bathroom. A control valve is used to control water supply and regulate water pressure to the fogging nozzles. Nozzles are directed to produce atomizing fog to fill the volume of the toilet bowl to capture and absorb air born odor molecules and drop into the pool of water in the bowl. Eventually the odor laden water is flushed at the end of cleaning cycle. 1. A device for toilet bowl odor control system during usage of the toilet comprising of: an insert under the toilet seat with plurality of fogging nozzles mounted therein;number and placement of Fogging nozzles in the insert based on fogging characteristics covering effected volume of the said toilet bowl, an assembly of parts to meet service requirements of odor control from the said toilet bowl;Fogging nozzles are characterized by producing fog of less than 75 microns;Fogging of the nozzles flow directed to the interior volume of the bowl;the said insert shaped for mounting location and hardware common with toilet seat;water supply to the fogging nozzles from household water pressure of 40-60 psi;a 3 way bifurcating valve supplying to the toilet tank and the other to the flow control box attached to the said insert;a valve installed in the said flow control box attached to the said insert controlling water supply to the said fogging nozzles when the toilet is in use;Tubing from bifurcating device to control box of approved plumbing flexible plastic tubing of adequate strength to withstand household water pressure and temperature;An in-line filter of suitable mesh characteristics installed for removing oversize solid ...

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Номер записи: 78
30-01-2020 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Номер: US20200029548A1
Автор: Preheim John D., Wagers Jesse Lee, Weidenbach Alex
Принадлежит:

A semi-active suspension system includes a suspension element having a damping coefficient range. The suspension element optionally includes an implement end and a chassis end. The semi-active suspension system includes a suspension control circuit in communication with the suspension element. The suspension control circuit optionally includes a kinematic assessment circuit in communication with one or more sensors. The kinematic assessment circuit is configured to measure or determine kinematic characteristics of one or more of the agricultural implement and the chassis. The suspension control circuit optionally includes a damping control circuit, and the damping control circuit generates a specified damping characteristic based on the measured or determined kinematic characteristics. The damping control circuit optionally directs the suspension element to operate within the damping coefficient range based on the specified damping characteristic. 1. A semi-active suspension system comprising: an implement end configured for coupling with an agricultural. implement; and', 'a chassis end configured for coupling with a chassis; and, 'a suspension element having a clamping coefficient range, the suspension element includes a kinematic assessment circuit in communication with one or more sensors, the kinematic assessment circuit configured to measure or determine kinematic characteristics of one or more of the agricultural implement and the chassis; and', generate a specified damping characteristic based on the measured or determined kinematic characteristics; and', 'direct the suspension element to operate within the damping coefficient range based on the specified damping characteristic., 'a damping control circuit configured to], 'a suspension control circuit in communication with the suspension element, the suspension control circuit includes2. The system of claim 2 , wherein the suspension control circuit includes:a kinematic imbalance circuit configured to ...

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Номер записи: 79
31-01-2019 дата публикации

POWERED LIQUID SPRAYER

Номер: US20190030554A1
Автор: Hansen Dalton F., Mantes Jonathan M., Reif Daniel
Принадлежит:

A portable, battery-powered liquid sprayer is operable to eject liquids. The sprayer includes a power unit including a base having a motor housed therein. The sprayer further includes a sprayer tank including a reservoir, an outlet fluidly connected with the reservoir, and a pump fluidly connected with the reservoir and the outlet. The sprayer tank is configured for selective engagement with the power unit. When the sprayer tank engages the power unit, the motor is operable to selectively drive the pump to pump liquid from the reservoir for ejection through the outlet. 1. A portable , battery-powered liquid sprayer for ejecting liquids , the sprayer comprising:a power unit including a base having a motor housed therein;a sprayer tank including a reservoir, an outlet fluidly connected with the reservoir, and a pump fluidly connected with the reservoir and the outlet, the sprayer tank being configured for selective engagement with the power unit;wherein when the sprayer tank engages the power unit, the motor is operable to selectively drive the pump to pump liquid from the reservoir for ejection through the outlet.2. The sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the sprayer tank further includes a wand fluidly connected with the reservoir claim 1 , and wherein the outlet comprises a nozzle located on the wand.3. The sprayer of claim 2 , wherein the wand includes a micro switch configured to selectively activate the motor.4. The sprayer of claim 3 , wherein:the base includes a controller to which the motor is electrically connected and a plurality of base electrical contacts;the sprayer tank includes a plurality of micro switch electrical contacts; andthe micro switch electrical contacts engage the base electrical contacts to electrically connect the micro switch with the controller when the sprayer tank engages the power unit.5. The sprayer of claim 1 , wherein the sprayer tank further includes a hose fluidly connected with the reservoir claim 1 , and wherein the outlet comprises ...

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Номер записи: 80
31-01-2019 дата публикации

PRESSURE INDUCED SURFACE WETTING FOR ENHANCED SPREADING AND CONTROLLED FILAMENT SIZE

Номер: US20190030559A1
Автор: Karatay Elif, Neelakantan Ravi
Принадлежит:

A roller includes a cylindrical outer surface of a hydrophobic material, an inner core of a hydrophilic material, and an inhomogeneous geometric pattern of grooves in the surface that expose the hydrophilic material. A method of manufacturing a roller, includes providing a cylindrical core of a hydrophilic material, covering the cylindrical core with a hydrophobic surface, creating grooves in the hydrophobic surface to form a geometrically inhomogeneous pattern of the hydrophilic material. A method of manufacturing a roller, includes forming a pattern of geometrically inhomogeneous grooves on a hydrophobic core, functionalizing the surface to make the surface hydrophilic, and removing a portion of a top layer of the hydrophobic core to expose the hydrophobic core, leaving hydrophilic grooves. 1. A roller , comprising:a cylindrical outer surface of a hydrophobic material;an inner core of a hydrophilic material; andan inhomogeneous geometric pattern of grooves in the surface that expose the hydrophilic material.2. The roller of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophilic material comprises polyetherimide.3. The roller of claim 1 , wherein a size of areas between the grooves is less than three times a size of the grooves.4. The roller of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic material comprises one of polytetrafluoroethylene or Teflon.5. The roller of claim 1 , wherein the inhomogeneous pattern is a helical groove and has a turn finish of a desired radius.6. The roller of claim 1 , wherein the grooves have a capillary pressure of less than −100 Pascals.7. A method of manufacturing a roller claim 1 , comprising:providing a cylindrical core of a hydrophilic material;covering the cylindrical core with a hydrophobic surface;creating grooves in the hydrophobic surface to form a geometrically inhomogeneous pattern of the hydrophilic material.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein covering the cylindrical core with a hydrophobic surface comprises inserting the hydrophilic core inside a ...

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Номер записи: 81
05-02-2015 дата публикации

WATER SPRAY GUN

Номер: US20150034740A1
Автор: LIU Qingxin, SU Ke, YE Xiaodong
Принадлежит: NINGBO DAYE GARDEN INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.

A water spray gun including a gun body. The gun body includes: an inner part including a water channel; an outer part including a handle; an upper part including a spray bar, a water spray plate, a lock button, and a pull rod including a plug; and a lower part including an water stop plug disposed at an distal end thereof, a water stop plate, a water stop spring, a first sealing ring for stopping water, and a second sealing ring for introducing water. The water channel is disposed in the inner part of the gun body. The handle is movably mounted on the outer part of the gun body via a pin. A water sealing position of the water spray gun is disposed at the distal end for keeping the water out of the gun body and for preventing the gun body from becoming stuck and rapturing. 2. The water spray gun of claim 1 , whereinthe plug of the pull rod is in the shape of a cone;the plug comprises: a front circle comprising a plurality of teeth for allowing the water to flow out, and a conical head being connected to the pull rod;a generating line of a curved surface of the cone of the plug is an equiangular spiral featuring in equivalent pressure angles or logarithmic spiral; andan equiangular spiral surface of the plug is capable of stably matching with a push head arranged on an upper part of the water stop plug of the distal end.3. The water spray gun of claim 1 , wherein a seal groove is disposed at a lower part of the water stop plug of the distal end for fitting with the first sealing ring for stopping water.4. The water spray gun of claim 1 , whereinfour deflection strips are arranged at a lower part of the water stop plug of the distal end and uniformly surround an axis of a reciprocating direction of the water stop plug; anda curve line of each of the four deflection strips is a deflection curve satisfying a deflection curve equation concerning a load density q and a bending stiffness EJ in mechanics of materials.5. The water spray gun of claim 1 , wherein an oblique ...

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Номер записи: 82
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Battery operated backpack sprayer

Номер: US20160038960A1
Автор: James R. Fontaine
Принадлежит: Chapin Manufacturing Inc

A battery operated backpack sprayer is provided where the battery is releasably mounted under a housing attached to the tank of the sprayer. At the bottom of the housing is a receptacle for the battery and from which the battery can be released for recharging or replacement.

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Номер записи: 83
09-02-2017 дата публикации

INTERACTIVE LIQUID SPRAYING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20170036228A1
Автор: Batcheller Barry D., Nystuen Paul A., Thurow Bradley R.
Принадлежит: Appareo Systems, LLC

An intelligent spray nozzle, comprising an input pressure sensor, a flow rate sensor, a flow modulator, a nozzle pressure sensor, a linear actuator, and an output orifice modulator, wherein an input pressure read from the input pressure sensor and a flow rate read from the flow rate sensor are used as inputs by the flow modulator to drive the at least one linear actuator to control an output spray rate from the intelligent spray nozzle, and wherein a nozzle pressure read from the nozzle pressure sensor is used as feedback for the output orifice modulator, wherein an output orifice is modified by the output orifice modulator to achieve optimal output spray. 1. An interactive liquid spraying system , which comprises:a fluid source adapted for containing a quantity of spraying liquid;a pump with an inlet connected to the fluid source;a flow conduit connected to the pump;a nozzle body connected to the flow conduit and including a nozzle outlet;a flow control opening in the nozzle body;a flow control feature adjustably received in the flow control opening and configured for controlling a liquid discharge from said nozzle outlet; andand actuator connected to said flow control feature and configured for extending and retracting said flow control feature in said flow control opening whereby a spray pattern from said nozzle outlet is adjustable.2. The spraying system according to claim 1 , which includes:said nozzle body including an orifice opening located downstream from said flow control opening and adjustably receiving an orifice shape feature; andsaid orifice shape feature being connected to said actuator and movable by said actuator between open and closed positions relative to said orifice opening.3. The spraying system according to claim 1 , which includes:an input pressure sensor connected to said flow conduit;a flow sensor connected to said flow conduit;a microprocessor connected to said input pressure sensor, said flow sensor and said actuator; andsaid ...

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Номер записи: 84
07-02-2019 дата публикации

SPRAY DEVICE HAVING A REPLACEABLE CARTRIDGE

Номер: US20190037827A1
Автор: GUTSMANN Volker
Принадлежит: Bayer CropScience Aktiengesellschaft

The invention relates to the application of liquid active substances with the acid of a portable spray device. The subject matter of the present invention is a system comprising a portable spray device and a replaceable cartridge that contains an active substance concentrate. The invention also relates to method for applying a liquid active substance formulation. In addition, the invention discloses a replaceable cartridge that has a memory unit in which information is stored relating to an adjustable dilution ratio for the active substance concentrate contained in the cartridge. The invention also relates to a spray device comprising a control unit that can be read out a memory unit of cartridge attached to the spray device and, on the basis of the read out information, adjust a dilution ratio for the active substance concentrate contained in the cartridge. 1. A cartridge comprising:a concentrate of a pesticide, insecticide, herbicide or fungicide,a connector configured to removably connect the cartridge to a portable spray device that can be carried by a user, anda memory storing data related to a dilution ratio of the concentrate.2. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the cartridge comprises an RFID tag and the memory unit is part of the RFID tag.3. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the memory is configured to update data stored in the memory during or after a spraying process.4. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the memory stores data related to a quantity of concentrate contained in the cartridge.5. The cartridge of claim 4 , wherein the memory is configured to be updated after use of the cartridge to store data related to the quantity of concentrate remaining in the cartridge after the use.6. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the cartridge is pressurized.7. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the connector comprises a screw connection or a bayonet connection.8. The cartridge of claim 1 , wherein the cartridge is a single-use container.9. The cartridge of ...

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Номер записи: 85
06-02-2020 дата публикации

SENSING AND CONTROL OF LIQUID APPLICATION USING AN AGRICULTURAL MACHINE

Номер: US20200037519A1
Автор: Herrmann Kenneth, PRUESSMANN Gerrit, Steele Michael C., WOLFF Kilian, Wonderlich Grant J.
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An agricultural machine applies liquid material to a field. Valve control signals control valves to apply the liquid material. Row pressure on the agricultural machine is sensed to identify when the valve is opened to apply the liquid material. The valve control signals are generated, based on the row pressure, to control the valves to apply the liquid material at a desired location in the field, relative to plant locations in the field. 1. An agricultural machine , comprising:a liquid reservoir that stores liquid to be applied to a field over which the agricultural machine is traveling;a supply line that defines a supply conduit;a plurality of valves disposed along the supply line, each valve having an inlet end and an outlet end and being controlled to move between an open position and a closed position by a pulsed control signal;a pump system that pumps the liquid from the liquid reservoir along the supply line to the inlet ends of the valves;a plurality of nozzles, at least one nozzle corresponding to each valve so that when the corresponding valve is open, the liquid flows through the valve to the corresponding nozzle;a plurality of row pressure sensors each sensing pressure at the outlet end of one of the plurality of valves and generating a corresponding row pressure signal indicative of the sensed pressure;pulse characteristic sensing logic that receives the row pressure signal from each row pressure sensor and identifies a pulse characteristic indicative of a liquid pulse provided by the corresponding valve in the open position and generates a valve pulse characteristic signal indicative of the pulse characteristic; anda pulsed valve control signal generator that generates the pulsed control signal based on the valve pulse characteristic signal.2. The agricultural machine of and further comprising:time delay logic configured to receive the pulsed control signal and the valve pulse characteristic signal and identify an open time delay between the pulsed ...

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Номер записи: 86
06-02-2020 дата публикации

SENSING FLOW AND CONTROL OF LIQUID APPLICATION USING AN AGRICULTURAL MACHINE WITH ROW PRESSURE SENSORS

Номер: US20200037598A1
Автор: Herrmann Kenneth, Steele Michael C., Wonderlich Grant J.
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An agricultural machine applies liquid material to a field. Valve control signals control valves to apply the liquid material. Row pressure on the agricultural machine is sensed to identify when the valve is opened to apply the liquid material. A flow meter senses a flow of liquid applied to the field. The valve control signals are generated, based on the row pressure, and the sensed flow. 1. An agricultural machine , comprising:a liquid reservoir that stores liquid to be applied to a field over which the agricultural machine is traveling;a supply line that defines a supply conduit;a plurality of valves disposed along the supply line, each valve having an inlet end and an outlet end and being controlled to move between an open position and a closed position by a valve control signal;a pump system that pumps the liquid from the liquid reservoir along the supply line to the inlet ends of the valves;a plurality of nozzles, at least one nozzle corresponding to each valve so that when the corresponding valve is open, the liquid flows through the valve to the corresponding nozzle;a plurality of row pressure sensors each sensing pressure at the outlet end of one of the plurality of valves and generating a corresponding row pressure signal indicative of the sensed pressure;a system flowmeter configured to identify an applied flowrate of the liquid material out of the liquid reservoir and through the supply conduit and generate an applied flowrate signal indicative of the applied flowrate; anda valve control signal generator that generates the valve control signal based on the row pressure signals and the applied flowrate signal.2. The agricultural machine of and further comprising:orifice size identifier logic configured to receive an active valve indicator indicative of a number of active valves on the agricultural machine and to identify a valve orifice size based on the sensed applied flowrate and the active valve indicator.3. The agricultural machine of and further ...

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Номер записи: 87
07-02-2019 дата публикации

FOAM DISPENSER HAVING TWICE AUTOMATIC CLEANING FUNCTION

Номер: US20190039086A1
Автор: KIM Hyung Goo
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a foam dispenser having a twice automatic cleaning function that automatically discharges a compressed air toward a mixing chamber, when releasing a pulled trigger lever, thereby improving convenience of work and providing economic advantages. The foam dispenser having a twice automatic cleaning function includes a main body including a hose connection unit and an air hose connector , a coupling end part formed at the other end thereof, a pair of fluid passageways , an air passageway , and a handle ; a dispensing nozzle connected to the coupling end part of the main body , has a mixing chamber ; a separate-fluid supply unit provided inside the main body to open or close the fluid passageways ; and an automatic cleaner provided at a middle portion of the air passageway to automatically open the air passageway 1. A foam dispenser having a twice automatic cleaning function configured to dispense pressurized separate fluids , the foam dispenser comprising:a main body including a hose connector and an air hose connector which are formed at one end thereof and are connected to a supply source of the pressurized separate fluids and an air supply source through hoses, respectively, a coupling end part formed at the other end thereof, a pair of fluid passageways formed therein in a longitudinal direction through which the pressurized separate fluids flow, an air passageway formed therein through which compressed air flows, and a handle formed at a lower portion thereof;a dispensing nozzle which is connected to the coupling end part of the main body, has a mixing chamber in which the fluid passageways and the air passageway are joined, and is configured to dispense the pressurized separate fluids mixed in the mixing chamber;a separate-fluid supply assembly provided inside the main body and configured to open or close the fluid passageways by an operation of a trigger lever; andan automatic cleaner provided at a middle portion of the air ...

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Номер записи: 88
18-02-2021 дата публикации

APPLYING AND USING FIDUCIAL MARKINGS ON AGRICULTURAL APPARATUSES

Номер: US20210045379A1
Автор: Grant Elliott
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Implementations set forth herein relate to using fiducial markings on one or more localized portions of an agricultural apparatus in order to generate local and regional data that can be correlated for planning and executing agricultural maintenance. An array of fiducial markings can be disposed onto plastic mulch that surrounds individual crops, in order that each fiducial marking of the array can operate as a signature for each individual crop. Crop data, such as health and yield, corresponding to a particular crop can then be stored in association with a corresponding fiducial marking, thereby allowing the certain data for the particular crop to be tracked and analyzed. Furthermore, autonomous agricultural devices can rely on the crop data, over other sources of data, such as GPS satellites, thereby allowing the autonomous agricultural devices to be more reliable. 1. A method implemented by one or more processors , the method comprising: where each plant of the plurality of plants extends through an aperture in the synthetic mulch, and', 'wherein the synthetic mulch includes fiducial markings that are detectable by a robot;, 'disposing a synthetic mulch over an agricultural area that includes a plurality of plants,'}causing, subsequent disposing the synthetic mulch over the agricultural area, one or more robots to identify each fiducial marking in the agricultural area and generate correspondence data that correlates each plant of the plurality of plants to one or more fiducial markings; causing one or more of the robots to navigate through the agricultural area in furtherance of locating a particular plant of the plurality of plants using the correspondence data, and', 'causing the one or more robots to perform an operation in furtherance of affecting a physical condition of the plant.', 'when the one or more robots have located the particular plant], 'subsequent to causing the one or more robots to identify each fiducial marking2. The method of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 89
06-02-2020 дата публикации

MAIN BODY FOR A SPRAY GUN, SPRAY GUNS, SPRAY GUN SET, METHOD FOR PRODUCING A MAIN BODY FOR A SPRAY GUN AND METHOD FOR CONVERTING A SPRAY GUN

Номер: US20200038892A1
Автор: VOLK Eva, WOLTER Dietrich
Принадлежит: Sata GmbH & Co. KG

A main body for a spray gun, in particular a paint spray gun, has at least one head region for attachment of a nozzle arrangement. The head region has at least one inner wall, one outer wall and one middle wall arranged therebetween. The walls are formed in encircling fashion and in one piece with the main body, with the front end of the middle wall set back in relation to the front end of the outer wall along an axis. This main body does not require any additional sealing element for sealing between the atomization air region and horn air region. The middle wall is well protected against damage even when a nozzle has been unscrewed, and the gun head can be of very compact design. 1. A main body for a spray gun having a head region for the attachment of a nozzle arrangement , wherein the head region has an inner wall , an outer wall and a middle wall arranged in between , wherein the inner , outer , and middle walls are formed in encircling fashion and in one piece with the main body , wherein a front end of the middle wall is set back in relation to a front end of the outer wall along an axis.2. The main body according to claim 1 , wherein the inner wall and the middle wall delimit a first air distribution chamber claim 1 , and the middle wall and the outer wall delimit a second air distribution chamber.3. The main body according to claim 1 , wherein a first front surface is arranged between the inner wall and the middle wall claim 1 , and a second front surface is arranged between the middle wall and the outer wall claim 1 , wherein the first front surface has a first spacing to the front end of the outer wall along the axis claim 1 , wherein the second front surface has a second spacing to the front end of the outer wall along the axis claim 1 , with the first spacing greater than the second spacing.4. The main body according to claim 3 , wherein the first spacing is between 9 mm to 11 mm and the second spacing is between 4 mm to 6 mm.5. The main body according ...

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Номер записи: 90
18-02-2016 дата публикации

SITE SPECIFIC PRODUCT APPLICATION DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20160044862A1
Автор: Kocer Jared Ernest
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The present disclosure relates to a site specific agricultural product delivery method, system, and apparatus. The apparatus includes a toolbar including at least one agricultural product delivery nozzle coupled to the toolbar, the agricultural product delivery nozzle configured to deliver an agricultural product to a plant. One or more sensors are coupled to the toolbar, the one of more sensors configured to detect a plant characteristic of the plant. A controller is configured to associate the plant with an agricultural product characteristic based on the plant characteristic, the controller configured to operate the delivery nozzle to deliver the agricultural product proximate to the plant. 1. An agricultural product delivery apparatus , comprising:a toolbar including a plurality of legs extending from the toolbar;an agricultural product delivery nozzle coupled to at least one of the plurality of legs, the agricultural product delivery nozzle configured to deliver an agricultural product proximate to a plant;a sensor coupled to the toolbar, wherein the sensor is configured to detect a plant characteristic of the plant while the plant is ahead of the agricultural product delivery nozzle; anda controller configured to associate the plant with an agricultural product characteristic based on the plant characteristic, the controller configured to operate the delivery nozzle to deliver the agricultural product proximate to the plant.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a contact type sensor.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the sensor is at least one of a whisker sensor claim 2 , a load cell claim 2 , a force impact sensor claim 2 , and a pressure sensor.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a non-contact type sensor.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the sensor is at least one of an optical sensor claim 4 , a video sensor network claim 4 , a single stream video claim 4 , and an infrared sensor.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 91
07-02-2019 дата публикации

EXTENDABLE NOZZLE ASSEMBLY FOR A WASHING MACHINE APPLIANCE

Номер: US20190040568A1
Автор: Dunn David Scott
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A washing machine appliance includes a nozzle assembly for providing wash fluid to a tub of the washing machine appliance. The nozzle assembly includes an extendable nozzle mounted on the end of a retractable fluid supply conduit such as a telescoping arm or a folding arm. The retractable fluid supply conduit is movable for positioning the extendable nozzle in a retracted position and an extended position. The retractable fluid supply conduit is fluidly coupled to a valve assembly on the back of the washing machine appliance such that a user may extend the extendable nozzle to perform pretreating operations or otherwise selectively supply wash fluid to the tub. 1. A washing machine appliance defining a vertical , a lateral , and a transverse direction , the washing machine appliance comprising:a cabinet;a tub positioned within the cabinet;a wash basket rotatably mounted within the tub, the wash basket defining a wash chamber for receiving articles for washing; an extendable nozzle;', 'a valve assembly configured to provide a flow of wash fluid to the extendable nozzle; and', 'a retractable fluid supply conduit providing fluid communication between the valve assembly and the extendable nozzle, the retractable fluid supply being movable for positioning the extendable nozzle in a retracted position and an extended position., 'a nozzle assembly mounted within the cabinet and configured to provide wash fluid to the tub, the nozzle assembly comprising2. The washing machine appliance of claim 1 , wherein the retractable fluid supply conduit is a flexible hose.3. The washing machine appliance of claim 2 , further comprising a retraction mechanism for moving the retractable fluid supply conduit toward the retracted position.4. The washing machine appliance of claim 3 , wherein the retraction mechanism is a spring claim 3 , a weighted loop claim 3 , or a coiling/winding mechanism.5. The washing machine appliance of claim 1 , wherein the retractable fluid supply conduit is a ...

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Номер записи: 92
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Low profile airless spray gun for applying paints

Номер: US20210046492A1
Автор: Dale C. Pemberton, Steven D. Becker
Принадлежит: GRACO MINNESOTA INC

This disclosure concerns a paint spray gun and a method of handling the spray gun with one hand. The gun comprises a body comprising a valve, a trigger actuatable to open and close the valve, a handle, and a guard having a top end and a bottom end, the top end attached to the body and the bottom end located below the trigger. The trigger is located directly between the guard and the handle. When gripped, the thump of the hand wraps around one side of the handle, the index and middle fingers of the hand wrap around the other side of the handle above the bottom end of the guard to contact the trigger, and the ring and little fingers of the hand are below the bottom of the guard. The trigger is actuated with only the index and middle fingers pulling the trigger to open the valve.

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Номер записи: 93
18-02-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR REMOVING A FOLLOWER PLATE FROM A CONTAINER

Номер: US20210046493A1
Автор: FIPPL Thomas, SCHOLL Patrick
Принадлежит: Atlas Copco IAS GmbH

A method removes a follower plate of a device for transporting viscous material out of a barrel-like container. The device has the follower plate for closing the container, which is open at the top and has a container base and a container casing extending upwards from the base, the follower plate being movable toward and away from the base. A force measuring sensor measures a force exerted by a container onto a placement surface; the controller switches the ventilation mode to the lifting mode if the force exerted by the container onto the placement surface exceeds a first target force value; and the controller switches the lifting mode to the ventilation mode if the force exerted by the container onto the placement surface falls below a second target force value, and/or the at least one sensor measures the position of the container relative to a stationary point. 1181012101812141614141420162444103018461244543046183012461218565654545612285428125428125612. A method for removing a follower plate () of an apparatus () for conveying viscous material out of a barrel-like container () , wherein the apparatus () has the follower plate () for closing off the container () , which is open toward the top , has a container bottom () and a container mantle () that extends upward from the container bottom () , which plate can be moved in the direction toward the container bottom () and away from the container bottom () , lying against the inner surface () of the container mantle () , which faces the container interior () , and which plate has a material outlet opening and a ventilation opening () , wherein the apparatus () has a lifting device () for raising the follower plate () , a ventilation device () for introducing compressed air into the container () through the ventilation opening () , and a controller () for controlling the lifting device () and the ventilation device () , and wherein alternately the follower plate () is raised in a lifting mode , by means of the lifting ...

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Номер записи: 94
18-02-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRIC POWER SPRAYER WITH MULTI-VOLTAGE BATTERY SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20210046494A1
Автор: Lam Chin Hung, Wang Zheng Jun
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An electric power sprayer has a battery system with a battery interface and a voltage transformer. The battery interface may receive a plurality of different batteries having different voltages. The voltage transformer is operatively-connected to the battery interface and converts the different voltages into a standard voltage. 1. An electric power sprayer comprising a battery system comprising:a battery interface, wherein the battery interface may receive a plurality of different batteries having different voltages, anda voltage transformer operatively-connected to the battery interface, to convert the different voltages into a standard voltage.2. The electric power sprayer according to claim 1 , further comprising a backpack support.3. The electric power sprayer according to claim 1 , wherein the standard voltage is from about 10 v to about 30 v; or from about 12 v to about 25 v.4. The electric power sprayer according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of different batteries each comprise a voltage of from about 9 v to about 120 v; or from about 10 v to about 75 v; or from about 11 v to about 60 v.5. The electric power sprayer according to claim 1 , wherein the backpack support further comprises a shoulder strap.6. The electric power sprayer according to claim 1 , wherein the voltage transformer is a DC-DC step-down converter claim 1 , a DC-DC step up converter claim 1 , DC-DC step-down circuitry claim 1 , DC-DC step up circuitry claim 1 , or a combination thereof.7. The electric power sprayer according to claim 1 , wherein the electric power sprayer comprises an adjustable flow rate claim 1 , an adjustable pressure claim 1 , or a combination thereof.8. The electric power sprayer according to claim 1 , wherein the electric power sprayer is for spraying a liquid claim 1 , the electric power sprayer further comprising: [ an inlet wherein the liquid enters the inlet;', 'a fluid path through the pump, wherein the liquid flows through the fluid path; and', 'an outlet, ...

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Номер записи: 95
16-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MOBILE SUBVEHICULAR ACCESS AND TREATMENT OF GROUND SURFACES ABOUT OCCUPIED RAIL TRACKS

Номер: US20170042137A1
Автор: MERCIER CRAIG
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A system and method are provided for subvehicularly accessed treatment of ground surfaces about a rail track occupied by a rail vehicle. A mobile treatment unit having a propulsion mechanism for subvehicular passage between the rails occupied by the rail vehicle includes a dispensing portion for expelling a treatment material therefrom onto regions of the ground surface about the rails. The mobile treatment unit is maneuverable between the rails and maintains height clearance for unobstructed passage beneath the occupying rail vehicle. At least one sensor unit is coupled to the mobile treatment unit, which acquires environmental feedback data about the mobile treatment unit. A control unit is operably linked to the mobile treatment and sensor units, and receives the environmental feedback data. The control unit controls actuation of the mobile treatment unit responsive to the environmental feedback and/or a maneuver control command. 1. A method for subvehicularly accessed treatment of ground surfaces about a rail track occupied by a rail vehicle , comprising:establishing a mobile treatment unit having a propulsion mechanism and including at least one sensor unit coupled thereto to capture environmental feedback data about said mobile treatment unit;positioning said mobile treatment unit between the rails occupied by the rail vehicle for subvehicular passage therealong;actuating said mobile treatment unit to dispense a treatment material therefrom onto regions of the ground surface about the rails while maneuvering said mobile treatment unit between the rails;maintaining a height clearance for unobstructed passage of said mobile treatment unit beneath the occupying rail vehicle; and,controlling said mobile treatment unit through a communications link maintained therewith, said mobile treatment unit being controlled thereby responsive to at least one of said environmental feedback and a maneuver control command input.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 96
15-02-2018 дата публикации

NOZZLE CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20180042214A1
Автор: Driesen Brent A., Kocer Jared Ernest, Preheim John D.
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The present disclosure relates to a system and method for nozzle control. The system includes an overall system pressure valve, configured to adjust the pressure of an agricultural product within a boom. A master node is configured to receive an overall system flow rate measurement, an overall target flow rate, and an overall system pressure measurement, the master node configured to adjust the overall system pressure valve to control the pressure of the agricultural product. A plurality of smart nozzles are configured to dispense the agricultural product, the plurality of smart nozzles each associated with an electronic control unit (ECU) and one or more individual nozzle, the smart nozzle is configured to control a nozzle flow rate of the associated one or more individual nozzles. 1. (canceled)2. A sprayer control system configured to control spray characteristics of spray nozzles , the sprayer control system comprising: control the system pressure of a liquid agricultural product, and', 'determine an error correction, the error correction based on the difference between an actual system flow rate and a sum of target flow rates; and, 'a master node configured for coupling with one or more of a system pressure valve or a system pump, the master node is configured to determine the target flow rate for the one or more spray nozzles with the ECU,', 'determine a duty cycle for the one or more spray nozzles with the ECU, the duty cycle based on the target flow rate and the error correction, and', 'operate the at least one control valve to deliver the liquid agricultural product to the one or spray nozzles according to the duty cycle., 'a plurality of smart nozzles, each of the smart nozzles includes at least one control valve and an electronic control unit (ECU) in communication with the master node, the at least one control valve and the ECU are configured to control a component flow rate of liquid agricultural product through one or more spray nozzles, each smart ...

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Номер записи: 97
18-02-2016 дата публикации

VEHICLE WINDSHIELD CLEANING SYSTEM

Номер: US20160046264A1
Автор: Shank David W., Strom Peter, Washeleski John
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Apparatus for providing a heated cleaning fluid to a vehicle surface includes an inlet port for receiving an amount of fluid, a housing bounding a reservoir in fluid communication with the inlet port, and an outlet port in fluid communication with the reservoir for dispensing an amount of heated fluid. A heater element heats fluid that passes from the inlet port to the outlet port through the reservoir. A heat exchanger in thermal contact with the heater element for conveying heat to the fluid within the reservoir has a strut that divides fluid entering the housing through the inlet port into two flow paths and elongated fins that extend outwardly from the strut at transverse angles that bound fluid flow channels for fluid moving through the reservoir. A control circuit energizes the heater element with a voltage to heat the heating element and the fluid passing from the inlet port to the outlet port through the reservoir. 1. An apparatus for providing a heated cleaning fluid to a vehicle surface comprising:a housing defining two interior chambers spaced from each other by a separating wall extending to completely isolate said interior chambers from each other, said housing including an inlet port for routing fluid into a first, fluid heating chamber of said interior chambers for heating fluid from an external source;said housing further defining an outlet port in fluid communication with the first, fluid heating chamber for dispensing an amount of heated fluid to a nozzle for spraying heated fluid onto a surface wherein said separating wall separating said interior chambers prevents fluid from leaking out of said first, fluid heating chamber into a second, electronics containing chamber of said interior chambers;a heating element for heating fluid that passes from said inlet port to said outlet port through said first, fluid heating chamber;a heat exchanger supported by said housing in a position that is at least partially covered by fluid within said first, fluid ...

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Номер записи: 98
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Electrically actuated variable pressure control system

Номер: US20180043384A1
Автор: Graeme W. Henderson, Jeffrey John Grimm
Принадлежит: Capstan AG Systems Inc

An electrically-actuated variable pressure control system for use with flow-controlled liquid application systems. Direct acting solenoid valves are pulsed at varying frequencies and duty cycles 0000 change the resistance to flow encountered by the flow-controlled liquid application system. This pulsing solenoid valve technique preserves a high degree of accuracy and uniformity through a wide range of pressure control. This wide range of pressure control indirectly allows the flow-controlled liquid application system to operate over a wider range of flow control, yielding indirect benefits to performance and productivity. When the solenoid valves are attached to pressure-atomization spray nozzles, control over spray pattern and droplet size is further achieved.

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Номер записи: 99
06-02-2020 дата публикации

AGRICULTURAL DETECTION DEVICE AND A DETECTION METHOD FOR SENSING AGRICULTURAL OBJECTS

Номер: US20200041639A1
Автор: LUBER Ernst, Seitz Philipp
Принадлежит: Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH

Agricultural detection device, having a sensor unit, an evaluation unit and a control unit. The sensor unit includes a first sensor with a first directivity and is configured to emit a first transmission signal and to receive a first reflection signal. The first sensor has a second directivity and emits a second sensor signal with the second directivity and receives a second reflection signal, or the sensor unit has a second sensor with a second directivity arranged adjacent to the first sensor for emitting the second transmission signal and for receiving the second reflection signal. The evaluation unit is configured to ascertain at least the structure of plants and a height value from the first reflection signal and the second reflection signal. 1. An agricultural detection device comprising:a sensor unit comprising a first sensor with a first directivity, the first sensor being configured to emit a first transmission signal and to receive a first reflection signal;an evaluation unit; anda control unit,wherein the first sensor has a second directivity and emits a second sensor signal with the second directivity and receives a second reflection signal, or the sensor unit comprises a second sensor arranged adjacent to the first sensor with a second directivity for emitting the second transmission signal and for receiving the second reflection signal,wherein the first directivity is smaller in width than the second directivity,wherein the control unit switches between the first directivity and the second directivity andwherein the evaluation unit ascertains at least the structure of plants and a height value from the first reflection signal and the second reflection signal.2. The agricultural detection device according to claim 1 , wherein the first sensor is an ultrasonic sensor.3. The agricultural detection device according to claim 1 , wherein the first directivity is a sound beam and wherein the sound beam has a width between 30 cm and 70 cm at a distance of 1 m ...

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Номер записи: 100