公开(公告)号：US08654486B2

公开(公告)日：2014-02-18

申请号：US13417773

申请日：2012-03-12

Applicant: Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: H02H3/00

CPC classification number: H02H9/023 ,  Y02E40/69

Abstract: A SCFCL system includes a first SCFCL, a second SCFCL, and a controller configured to control at least one switch to couple the first SCFCL to a power line between an AC source and a load, and to electrically isolate the second SCFCL from the power line during a first operating mode when the first SCFCL is in service and the second SCFCL serves as a spare. During the first operating mode, the second SCFCL, may be maintained in a latent standby state or an immediate standby state. The second SCFCL may be automatically switched into service to provide for fault current protection in case the first SCFCL needs to be taken out of service for maintenance, repair, or replacement.

Abstract translation: SCFCL系统包括第一SCFCL，第二SCFCL和被配置为控制至少一个开关以将第一SCFCL耦合到AC源和负载之间的电力线并且将第二SCFCL与电力线电隔离的控制器 在第一SCFCL处于使用状态并且第二SCFCL用作备用的第一操作模式期间。 在第一操作模式期间，第二SCFCL可以保持在潜在待机状态或立即待机状态。 第二个SCFCL可以自动切换到服务中，以提供故障电流保护，以防第一个SCFCL需要停止服务以进行维护，修理或更换。

公开(公告)号：US20130221979A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-29

申请号：US13493782

申请日：2012-06-11

Applicant: Kasegn D. Tekletsadik ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  Mark R. Amato ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Kasegn D. Tekletsadik ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  Mark R. Amato ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: G01R31/00

CPC classification number: G01R31/00 ,  G01R33/1238 ,  H02H7/001 ,  H02H9/08 ,  Y02E40/68

Abstract: Techniques for improving reliability of a superconducting fault current limiting system (SCFCL) are provided. In one particular exemplary embodiment, the technique may be realized as a method of improving a reliability of a superconducting fault current limiting system (SCFCL), the SCFCL system comprising a superconductor provided in a container. The method may comprise providing one or more sensors capable of detecting a fault current proximate to the superconductor; determining a change in the condition of the superconductor as a result of the fault current; and estimating the lifetime of the superconductor based on the change in the condition of the superconductor.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于提高超导故障限流系统（SCFCL）可靠性的技术。 在一个特定的示例性实施例中，该技术可以被实现为提高超导故障电流限制系统（SCFCL）的可靠性的方法，SCFCL系统包括设置在容器中的超导体。 该方法可以包括提供能够检测接近超导体的故障电流的一个或多个传感器; 确定故障电流导致超导体状态的变化; 并根据超导体状态的变化估计超导体的寿命。

公开(公告)号：US20120236440A1

公开(公告)日：2012-09-20

申请号：US13417773

申请日：2012-03-12

Applicant: Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: H02H3/00

CPC classification number: H02H9/023 ,  Y02E40/69

Abstract: A SCFCL system includes a first SCFCL, a second SCFCL, and a controller configured to control at least one switch to couple the first SCFCL to a power line between an AC source and a load, and to electrically isolate the second SCFCL from the power line during a first operating mode when the first SCFCL is in service and the second SCFCL serves as a spare. During the first operating mode, the second SCFCL, may be maintained in a latent standby state or an immediate standby state. The second SCFCL may be automatically switched into service to provide for fault current protection in case the first SCFCL needs to be taken out of service for maintenance, repair, or replacement.

Abstract translation: SCFCL系统包括第一SCFCL，第二SCFCL和被配置为控制至少一个开关以将第一SCFCL耦合到AC源和负载之间的电力线并且将第二SCFCL与电力线电隔离的控制器 在第一SCFCL处于使用状态并且第二SCFCL用作备用的第一操作模式期间。 在第一操作模式期间，第二SCFCL可以保持在潜在待机状态或立即待机状态。 第二个SCFCL可以自动切换到服务中，以提供故障电流保护，以防第一个SCFCL需要停止服务以进行维护，修理或更换。

公开(公告)号：US20090108544A1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-30

申请号：US12256458

申请日：2008-10-22

Applicant: Angela Rose Sico ,  Michael R. Rice ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Angela Rose Sico ,  Michael R. Rice ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: F16J15/16 ,  F16J15/32

CPC classification number: F16K3/06 ,  F16K3/0227 ,  F16K51/02 ,  H01L21/67126 ,  H01L21/67772

Abstract: Apparatus, methods and systems are provided for sealing a door of a slit valve. The invention includes a seal, adapted to extend along a perimeter of a slit valve door; and a hard stop, disposed between the seal and an outer edge of the slit valve door, and adapted to extend along at least a portion of the length of the seal, wherein the hard stop and the seal fill at least a portion of a gap between the slit valve door and a substrate sealing surface. Numerous other aspects are provided.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于密封狭缝阀的门的装置，方法和系统。 本发明包括适于沿着狭缝阀门的周边延伸的密封件; 以及设置在所述密封件和所述狭缝阀门的外边缘之间并且适于沿着所述密封件的所述长度的至少一部分延伸的硬止动件，其中所述硬止动件和所述密封件填充至少一部分间隙 在狭缝阀门和基板密封面之间。 提供了许多其他方面。

公开(公告)号：US09121879B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-01

申请号：US13493782

申请日：2012-06-11

Applicant: Kasegn D. Tekletsadik ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  Mark R. Amato ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Kasegn D. Tekletsadik ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  Mark R. Amato ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: G01R31/25 ,  G01R31/00 ,  H02H9/08 ,  G01R33/12 ,  H02H7/00

CPC classification number: G01R31/00 ,  G01R33/1238 ,  H02H7/001 ,  H02H9/08 ,  Y02E40/68

Abstract: Techniques for improving reliability of a superconducting fault current limiting system (SCFCL) are provided. In one particular exemplary embodiment, the technique may be realized as a method of improving a reliability of a superconducting fault current limiting system (SCFCL), the SCFCL system comprising a superconductor provided in a container. The method may comprise providing one or more sensors capable of detecting a fault current proximate to the superconductor; determining a change in the condition of the superconductor as a result of the fault current; and estimating the lifetime of the superconductor based on the change in the condition of the superconductor.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于提高超导故障限流系统（SCFCL）可靠性的技术。 在一个特定的示例性实施例中，该技术可以被实现为提高超导故障电流限制系统（SCFCL）的可靠性的方法，SCFCL系统包括设置在容器中的超导体。 该方法可以包括提供能够检测接近超导体的故障电流的一个或多个传感器; 确定故障电流导致超导体状态的变化; 并根据超导体状态的变化估计超导体的寿命。

公开(公告)号：US08991785B2

公开(公告)日：2015-03-31

申请号：US12256458

申请日：2008-10-22

Applicant: Angela Rose Sico ,  Michael R. Rice ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Angela Rose Sico ,  Michael R. Rice ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: F16K3/06 ,  H01L21/67 ,  H01L21/677

CPC classification number: F16K3/06 ,  F16K3/0227 ,  F16K51/02 ,  H01L21/67126 ,  H01L21/67772

Abstract: Apparatus, methods and systems are provided for sealing the door of a slit valve. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a seal, adapted to extend along a perimeter of a slit valve door; and a hard stop, disposed between the seal and an outer edge of the slit valve door, and adapted to extend along the length of the seal, wherein the hard stop and elastomer seal fill at least a portion of a gap between the slit valve door and an insert leading to a process chamber.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于密封狭缝阀的门的装置，方法和系统。 在一个实施例中，该装置包括适于沿着狭缝阀门的周边延伸的密封件; 以及设置在所述密封件和所述狭缝阀门的外边缘之间并且适于沿所述密封件的长度延伸的硬止动件，其中所述硬止动件和弹性体密封件填充所述狭缝阀门之间的间隙的至少一部分 以及通向处理室的插入件。

公开(公告)号：US20130090242A1

公开(公告)日：2013-04-11

申请号：US13253652

申请日：2011-10-05

Applicant: James D. Strassner ,  Gregory Citver ,  Frank Sinclair

Inventor： James D. Strassner ,  Gregory Citver ,  Frank Sinclair

IPC: H01L39/02 ,  H01F6/00 ,  F25D31/00 ,  H01F6/04 ,  H02H7/00

CPC classification number: F25D3/10 ,  F25D19/00

Abstract: Techniques for sub-cooling in a superconducting (SC) system is disclosed. The techniques may be realized as a method and superconducting (SC) system comprising at least one insulated enclosure configured to enclose at least a first fluid or gas and a second fluid or gas, and at least one superconducting circuit within the at least one insulated enclosure. The superconducting (SC) system may be sub-cooled using at least the first fluid or gas.

Abstract translation: 公开了在超导（SC）系统中的次冷的技术。 这些技术可以被实现为包括被配置为封闭至少第一流体或气体和第二流体或气体的至少一个绝缘壳体的方法和超导（SC）系统，以及至少一个绝缘外壳内的至少一个超导电路 。 可以使用至少第一流体或气体来对超导（SC）系统进行过冷却。

公开(公告)号：US08611056B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-17

申请号：US13415976

申请日：2012-03-09

Applicant: Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: H01L39/00

CPC classification number: H01L39/16

Abstract: A superconducting fault current limiter (SCFCL) includes a cryogenic tank defining an interior volume, a superconductor disposed in the interior volume, and a refrigeration system configured to adjust a temperature of the superconductor in response to a condition during a steady state operation of the SCFCL. A method of operating a SCFCL includes cooling a superconductor disposed within an interior volume of a cryogenic tank to a temperature less than a critical temperature of the superconductor, and adjusting the temperature of the superconductor in response to a condition during a steady state operation of the SCFCL.

Abstract translation: 超导故障限流器（SCFCL）包括限定内部容积的低温罐，设置在内部容积中的超导体，以及构造成响应于在SCFCL的稳态运行期间的状态来调节超导体的温度的制冷系统 。 一种操作SCFCL的方法包括：将设置在低温罐的内部容积内的超导体冷却到低于超导体的临界温度的温度，以及响应于稳态运行期间的状态来调节超导体的温度 SCFCL。

公开(公告)号：US20120257313A1

公开(公告)日：2012-10-11

申请号：US13415976

申请日：2012-03-09

Applicant: Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

Inventor： Mark R. Amato ,  Paul J. Murphy ,  James D. Strassner

IPC: H02H9/02

CPC classification number: H01L39/16

Abstract: A superconducting fault current limiter (SCFCL) includes a cryogenic tank defining an interior volume, a superconductor disposed in the interior volume, and a refrigeration system configured to adjust a temperature of the superconductor in response to a condition during a steady state operation of the SCFCL. A method of operating a SCFCL includes cooling a superconductor disposed within an interior volume of a cryogenic tank to a temperature less than a critical temperature of the superconductor, and adjusting the temperature of the superconductor in response to a condition during a steady state operation of the SCFCL.

Abstract translation: 超导故障限流器（SCFCL）包括限定内部容积的低温罐，设置在内部容积中的超导体，以及构造成响应于在SCFCL的稳态运行期间的状态来调节超导体的温度的制冷系统 。 一种操作SCFCL的方法包括：将设置在低温罐的内部容积内的超导体冷却到低于超导体的临界温度的温度，以及响应于稳态运行期间的状态来调节超导体的温度 SCFCL。