公开(公告)号：US07993469B1

公开(公告)日：2011-08-09

申请号：US11600315

申请日：2006-11-15

Applicant: Subramanian Vallapuzha ,  Scott M. Thayer ,  Eric C. Close ,  Brian Bannon ,  Sam E. Cancilla ,  Adam Slifko ,  Carlos Felipe Reverte ,  Prasanna Kumar Velagapudi

Inventor： Subramanian Vallapuzha ,  Scott M. Thayer ,  Eric C. Close ,  Brian Bannon ,  Sam E. Cancilla ,  Adam Slifko ,  Carlos Felipe Reverte ,  Prasanna Kumar Velagapudi

IPC: B08B9/04

CPC classification number: B08B9/04 ,  B08B9/049 ,  B08B9/0933

Abstract: Methods and tools for cleaning pipes or pipe networks based on characteristics of pipes and debris in the pipes. A mobile platform includes a cleaning head and a sensor head. The platform implements a cleaning plan and senses characteristics of the pipe and debris. The cleaning plan is incrementally updated based on the sensed characteristics, and can be automatically updated using software. Many different cleaning tasks can be accomplished using the present platforms including agitation of sediment, pulverization of large debris, and movement of debris to facilitate removal.

Abstract translation: 基于管道和管道中的碎屑特性清洗管道或管网的方法和工具。 移动平台包括清洁头和传感头。 该平台实施清洁计划并感测管道和碎屑的特征。 清洁计划根据检测到的特性进行递增更新，并可以使用软件自动更新。 使用本平台可以实现许多不同的清洁任务，包括沉淀物的搅动，大碎屑的粉碎以及碎屑的移动以便于去除。

公开(公告)号：US07720570B2

公开(公告)日：2010-05-18

申请号：US10956679

申请日：2004-10-01

Applicant: Eric Close ,  Adam Slifko ,  Edison T. Hudson ,  Ronald G. Genise

Inventor： Eric Close ,  Adam Slifko ,  Edison T. Hudson ,  Ronald G. Genise

IPC: G06F19/00

CPC classification number: B25J9/1617 ,  G05B2219/33189 ,  G05B2219/33192 ,  G05B2219/40099 ,  G05B2219/45233

Abstract: Systems, methods and devices for the remote control of a robot which incorporates interchangeable tool heads. Although applicable to many different industries, the core structure of the system includes a robot with a tool head interface for mechanically, electrically and operatively interconnecting a plurality of interchangeable tool heads to perform various work functions. The robot and tool head may include several levels of digital feedback (local, remote and wide area) depending on the application. The systems include a single umbilical cord to send power, air, and communications signals between the robot and a remote computer. Additionally, all communication (including video) is preferably sent in a digital format. Finally, a GUI running on the remote computer automatically queries and identifies all of the various devices on the network and automatically configures its user options to parallel the installed devices. Systems according to the preferred embodiments find particular application in the pipeline arts. For example, interchangeable tool heads may be designed to facilitate inspection, debris clearing, cleaning, relining, lateral cutting after relining, mapping, and various other common pipeline-related tasks.

Abstract translation: 用于遥控机器人的系统，方法和设备，其包括可互换的工具头。 尽管适用于许多不同的行业，系统的核心结构包括具有工具头接口的机器人，用于机械地，电动地和可操作地互连多个可互换的工具头以执行各种工作功能。 取决于应用，机器人和工具头可以包括数个级别的数字反馈（局部，远程和广泛的区域）。 这些系统包括单个脐带，用于在机器人和远程计算机之间发送电力，空气和通信信号。 另外，所有通信（包括视频）优选地以数字格式发送。 最后，在远程计算机上运行的GUI自动查询并识别网络上的所有各种设备，并自动配置其用户选项以并行安装的设备。 根据优选实施例的系统在流水线技术中找到特定应用。 例如，可互换的工具头可以设计成便于检查，碎片清除，清洁，重新排列，重新排列后的横向切割，映射以及各种其他常见的管道相关任务。

公开(公告)号：US20080068601A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-20

申请号：US11856698

申请日：2007-09-17

Applicant: Scott THAYER ,  Eric Close ,  Adam Slifko ,  Subramanian Vallapuzha

Inventor： Scott THAYER ,  Eric Close ,  Adam Slifko ,  Subramanian Vallapuzha

IPC: G01N21/00

CPC classification number: G01B11/24 ,  G01N21/954 ,  G01N2021/9544 ,  G01N2021/9548

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for inspecting manholes or other voids and collecting data in a comprehensive, repeatable, and measurable manner. A sensor head is suspended and lowered into a manhole or other void. The sensor head collects data related to the condition of the manhole or void walls, and locations of defects, damage, or lateral pipe openings. The data can then be processed to provide a three-dimensional model of the manhole or void, and can be compared to previous or future data.

Abstract translation: 用于检查人孔或其他空隙并以全面，可重复和可衡量的方式收集数据的方法和装置。 传感器头悬挂下降到人孔或其他空隙。 传感器头收集与人孔或空隙壁的状况有关的数据，以及缺陷，损坏或侧管开口的位置。 然后可以处理数据以提供人孔或空隙的三维模型，并且可以与先前或将来的数据进行比较。