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11.发明授权
公开(公告)号：US5651446A
公开(公告)日：1997-07-29
申请号：US617970
申请日：1996-03-11
Applicant: Henry A. Affeldt , William Kirk , Tim D. Conway
Inventor： Henry A. Affeldt , William Kirk , Tim D. Conway
CPC classification number: B65G47/24 , B07C5/02 , B65G47/846 , B65G2201/0211 , B65G2203/042
Abstract: Fruit or other objects placed on the conveyor and spun by the conveyor are properly oriented on the conveyor by the method and apparatus of the invention by ejecting one or more adjacent touching objects or ejecting objects which form stacked triplets. An optical sensor determines when there is or is not a gap between objects and relates that gap detection to the position of the objects on the conveyor. Detection of a continuous signal through a controller circuit causes a downstream solenoid to be energized according to predetermined timing. The solenoid in turn, when energized, rotates a finger which is coupled to, carried with the conveyor system and situated underneath the pocket between adjacent spools. The finger rotates upwardly and ejects the objects sitting in the pocket, thereby removing the misplaced or touching objects on the conveyor belt.
Abstract translation: 放置在输送机上并通过输送机旋转的水果或其他物体通过本发明的方法和装置通过喷射形成堆叠三联体的一个或多个相邻的触摸物体或喷射物体在输送机上适当地定向。 光学传感器确定物体之间是否存在间隙，并将该间隙检测与传送带上物体的位置相关联。 通过控制器电路检测连续信号使得下游螺线管根据预定的时间被激励。 螺线管在通电时依次旋转一个手指，该手指与传送系统一起运送并位于相邻卷轴之间的口袋下方。 手指向上旋转并弹出坐在口袋中的物体，从而去除传送带上的错位或触摸物体。
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公开(公告)号：US5483871A
公开(公告)日：1996-01-16
申请号：US201431
申请日：1994-02-24
Applicant: William Kirk , Henry A. Affeldt , Keith Gilbert , David Lerew
Inventor： William Kirk , Henry A. Affeldt , Keith Gilbert , David Lerew
CPC classification number: A23N12/023
Abstract: Described is an apparatus and method, particularly applicable to a brush bed conveyor system, by which objects, typically citrus fruit, are washed or sprayed. A moveable high pressure spray manifold is contained within a manifold carriage and is disposed within the conveyor chassis such that it is moved along above a brush bed by a conveyor chain. Separation bars extend from the conveyor chain to segregate the objects into queues retained within the spray pattern of the manifold. When the manifold reaches a predetermined end position, a release latch is decoupled from the separation bars to disconnect the separation bars and conveyor chain from the manifold carriage. The predetermined end position is sensed and the manifold carriage is quickly returned to its initial position by means of a selectively activated pneumatic piston assembly.
Abstract translation: 描述了一种特别适用于刷床输送系统的装置和方法，通过该装置和方法，通常将对象（通常是柑橘类水果）进行洗涤或喷雾。 可移动的高压喷雾歧管被容纳在歧管托架内并且布置在输送机底盘内，使得其通过输送链沿着刷子床上方移动。 分离杆从输送链延伸，将物体分隔成保留在歧管喷雾图案内的排队。 当歧管到达预定的端部位置时，释放闩锁与分离杆分离，以将分离杆和输送链从歧管滑架上分离。 感测到预定的端部位置，并且歧管支架通过选择性地启动的气动活塞组件快速返回到其初始位置。
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公开(公告)号：US5451266A
公开(公告)日：1995-09-19
申请号：US297062
申请日：1994-08-26
Applicant: William Kirk , Henry A. Affeldt , Keith Gilbert , David Lerew
Inventor： William Kirk , Henry A. Affeldt , Keith Gilbert , David Lerew
CPC classification number: A23N12/023
Abstract: Described is a method, particularly applicable to a brush bed conveyor system, by which objects, typically citrus fruit, are washed or sprayed. A moveable high pressure spray manifold is contained within a manifold carriage and is disposed within the conveyor chassis such that it is moved along above a brush bed by a conveyor chain. Separation bars extend from the conveyor chain to segregate the objects into queues retained within the spray pattern of the manifold. When the manifold reaches a predetermined end position, a release latch is decoupled from the separation bars to disconnect the separation bars and conveyor chain from the manifold carriage. The predetermined end position is sensed and the manifold carriage is quickly returned to its initial position by means of a selectively activated pneumatic piston assembly.
Abstract translation: 描述了一种特别适用于刷床输送系统的方法，通过该方法，通常将对象（通常是柑橘类水果）进行洗涤或喷雾。 可移动的高压喷雾歧管被容纳在歧管托架内并且布置在输送机底盘内，使得其通过输送链沿着刷子床上方移动。 分离杆从输送链延伸，将物体分隔成保留在歧管喷雾图案内的排队。 当歧管到达预定的端部位置时，释放闩锁与分离杆分离，以将分离杆和输送链从歧管滑架上分离。 感测到预定的端部位置，并且歧管支架通过选择性地启动的气动活塞组件快速返回到其初始位置。
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公开(公告)号：US08205545B2
公开(公告)日：2012-06-26
申请号：US12147760
申请日：2008-06-27
Applicant: Richard D. Heck , Henry A. Affeldt, Jr.
Inventor： Richard D. Heck , Henry A. Affeldt, Jr.
IPC: B26D11/00
CPC classification number: A23N7/08 , A47J17/14 , B26D1/0006 , B26D3/26 , B26D7/0608 , B26D2001/0033
Abstract: The present invention relates to a melon cutting apparatus that cuts a melon portion or melon half. The apparatus cuts the melon pulp into sections, and removes the rind from the pulp. The apparatus includes a base having an opening; a cutting matrix that has a plurality of blades, wherein the cutting matrix communicates with the opening. The apparatus also includes a sweeping blade that is curved and positioned at or near the cutting matrix and is used to cut the rind from the melon pulp. The apparatus further includes an actuator that engages the sweeping blade. The apparatus embodies an arm attached to the apparatus, and a pressure cap that is mounted to the arm, opposite the cutting matrix. Additionally, the present invention pertains to systems and methods of using the apparatus.
Abstract translation: 瓜切割装置技术领域本发明涉及一种切瓜子部分或瓜半部的瓜切割装置。 该设备将甜瓜切成切片，并将纸从纸浆中取出。 该装置包括具有开口的底座; 具有多个叶片的切割矩阵，其中所述切割矩阵与所述开口连通。 该设备还包括一个扫描刀片，其被弯曲并定位在切割基体处或附近，并用于从瓜纸上切割外皮。 该装置还包括接合扫掠刀片的致动器。 该装置包括附接到该装置的臂，以及安装在与切割基体相对的臂上的压力盖。 另外，本发明涉及使用该装置的系统和方法。
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公开(公告)号：US07173708B2
公开(公告)日：2007-02-06
申请号：US10727491
申请日：2003-12-05
Applicant: Juan Gutierrez Ibarra , James B. Sheffler , Matias C. Gonzales, Jr. , Richard D. Heck , Henry A. Affeldt, Jr.
Inventor： Juan Gutierrez Ibarra , James B. Sheffler , Matias C. Gonzales, Jr. , Richard D. Heck , Henry A. Affeldt, Jr.
CPC classification number: G01N21/85 , B07C5/3422 , G01N21/8806 , Y10S250/91
Abstract: A method and apparatus of sorting plant products based on damage to the plant products is disclosed. A beam emitter emits an illumination light toward the outer surface of a plant product. A beam detector detects substantially a single wavelength of a reflected light produced by the plant product responsive to the illumination light. A control unit determines at least one of a presence, an amount, and a severity of damage responsive to the reflected light. The control unit assigns a damage category to the plant product responsive to the determination of damage.
Abstract translation: 公开了一种基于植物产品损害分类植物产品的方法和装置。 射束发射器朝向植物产品的外表面发射照明光。 光束检测器响应于照明光基本上检测由植物产物产生的反射光的单一波长。 控制单元确定响应于反射光的损伤的存在，数量和严重性中的至少一个。 控制单元响应于损坏的确定，向工厂产品分配损坏类别。
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16.发明授权Computer process for controlling a system for sorting objects by surface characteristics 失效用于通过表面特性来控制用于分类物体的系统的计算机程序公开(公告)号：US06600829B1
公开(公告)日：2003-07-29
申请号：US09027177
申请日：1998-02-20
Applicant: Henry A. Affeldt , Marina L. Cariaga , Tim D. Conway , David M. Musoke , James B. Sheffler , Steven D. Stebbins
Inventor： Henry A. Affeldt , Marina L. Cariaga , Tim D. Conway , David M. Musoke , James B. Sheffler , Steven D. Stebbins
IPC: G06K900
CPC classification number: B07C5/342
Abstract: The computer process controls operation of a system which sorts objects by surface characteristics. The system includes a multi-rail conveyor, an imaging unit for each rail of the conveyor and a computer including a user interface. Each imaging unit includes at least one camera, and at least one block of LEDs of multiple predetermined colors. The process initializes system hardware and software, calibrates the imaging units, sets, tests and reports various parameters for imaging, automatically or under user control, and synchronizes the operation of the imaging units with conveyor action to produce optimal imaging, as well as controlling sorting based upon imaging output.
Abstract translation: 计算机过程控制通过表面特征对对象进行排序的系统的操作。 该系统包括多轨输送机，用于输送机的每个轨道的成像单元和包括用户界面的计算机。 每个成像单元包括至少一个照相机和至少一个多个预定颜色的LED块。该过程自动地或在用户控制下初始化系统硬件和软件，校准成像单元，组合，测试和报告成像的各种参数， 并且使成像单元的操作与输送机动作同步以产生最佳成像，以及基于成像输出来控制分类。
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17.发明授权
公开(公告)号：US6153253A
公开(公告)日：2000-11-28
申请号：US503753
申请日：1995-07-18
Applicant: Henry A. Affeldt , Tim D. Conway , David M. Musoke
Inventor： Henry A. Affeldt , Tim D. Conway , David M. Musoke
Abstract: Application of wax to fruit in a conveyor system is controlled to optimize the protective and cosmetic effects of the wax application and to efficiently utilize the wax notwithstanding variations in size, texture, nature or number of the fruit, the type(s) of wax or the processing environment by providing an intelligent wax controller. The wax controller has a camera which detects fruit passing through a field of view defined by an optical housing in which the camera is fixed. Two-dimensional pixel maps of the fruit passing through the viewing area are assembled and an image is processed to provide distinct pixel images even when the fruit are touching. The diameter of the fruit for each of the separated images is then determined from which the total surface area of the fruit passing under the viewing area is computed. Based on this computation a plurality of variable stroke pumps and wax nozzles are each individually controlled at appropriate positions across the conveyor system to apply the appropriate amount of wax to the fruit then passing under the wax applicator nozzles.
Abstract translation: 控制蜡在输送系统中对水果的应用被控制以优化蜡应用的保护和美化效果，并且尽管水果的尺寸，质地，性质或数量有变化，蜡的类型或蜡的类型 处理环境提供智能蜡控制器。 蜡烛控制器具有一个相机，其检测通过其中相机被固定的光学外壳限定的视野的水果。 组合通过观察区域的水果的二维像素图，并且处理图像以提供不同像素图像，即使当水果触摸时。 然后确定每个分离的图像的水果的直径，从而计算通过观察区域下方的果实的总表面积。 基于这种计算，多个可变行程泵和蜡喷嘴分别在穿过输送机系统的适当位置处被控制，以将适量的蜡施加到水果上，然后通过蜡施加器喷嘴。
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18.发明授权
公开(公告)号：US5865291A
公开(公告)日：1999-02-02
申请号：US780609
申请日：1997-01-08
Applicant: Henry A Affeldt , William Kirk , Tim D Conway
Inventor： Henry A Affeldt , William Kirk , Tim D Conway
CPC classification number: B65G47/846 , B65G47/24 , B65G2201/0211 , B65G2203/042
Abstract: Fruit or other objects placed on the conveyor and spun by the conveyor are properly oriented on the conveyor by the method and apparatus of the invention by ejecting one or more adjacent touching objects or ejecting objects which form stacked triplets. An optical sensor determines wherein there is or is not a gap between objects and relates that gap detection to the position of the objects on the conveyor. Detection of a continuous signal through a controller circuit causes a downstream solenoid to be energized according to predetermined timing. The solenoid in turn, when energized, rotates a finger which is coupled to, carried with the conveyor system and situated underneath the pocket between adjacent spools. The finger rotates upwardly and ejects the objects sitting in the pocket, thereby removing the misplaced or touching objects on the conveyor belt.
Abstract translation: 放置在输送机上并通过输送机旋转的水果或其他物体通过本发明的方法和装置通过喷射形成堆叠三联体的一个或多个相邻的触摸物体或喷射物体在输送机上适当地定向。 光学传感器确定其中物体之间存在或不存在间隙，并将该间隙检测与传送带上物体的位置相关联。 通过控制器电路检测连续信号使得下游螺线管根据预定的时间被激励。 螺线管在通电时依次旋转一个手指，该手指与传送系统一起运送并位于相邻卷轴之间的口袋下方。 手指向上旋转并弹出坐在口袋中的物体，从而去除传送带上的错位或触摸物体。
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公开(公告)号：US5513740A
公开(公告)日：1996-05-07
申请号：US201516
申请日：1994-02-24
Applicant: Henry A. Affeldt , William Kirk , Tim D. Conway
Inventor： Henry A. Affeldt , William Kirk , Tim D. Conway
CPC classification number: B65G47/24 , B07C5/02 , B65G47/846 , B65G2201/0211 , B65G2203/042
Abstract: Fruit or other objects placed on the conveyor and spun by the conveyor are properly oriented on the conveyor by the method and apparatus of the invention by ejecting one or more adjacent touching objects or ejecting objects which form stacked triplets. An optical sensor determines when there is or is not a gap between objects and relates that gap detection to the position of the objects on the conveyor. Detection of a continuous signal through a controller circuit causes a downstream solenoid to be energized according to predetermined timing. The solenoid in turn, when energized, rotates a finger which is coupled to, carried with the conveyor system and situated underneath the pocket between adjacent spools. The finger rotates upwardly and ejects the objects sitting in the pocket, thereby removing the misplaced or touching objects on the conveyor belt.
Abstract translation: 放置在输送机上并通过输送机旋转的水果或其他物体通过本发明的方法和装置通过喷射形成堆叠三联体的一个或多个相邻的触摸物体或喷射物体在输送机上适当地定向。 光学传感器确定物体之间是否存在间隙，并将该间隙检测与传送带上物体的位置相关联。 通过控制器电路检测连续信号使得下游螺线管根据预定的时间被激励。 螺线管在通电时依次旋转一个手指，该手指与传送系统一起运送并位于相邻卷轴之间的口袋下方。 手指向上旋转并弹出坐在口袋中的物体，从而去除传送带上的错位或触摸物体。
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20.发明授权Apparatus and method for detecting objects ejected over the end of a sorting and conveying system 失效用于检测在分拣和输送系统末端喷射的物体的装置和方法
公开(公告)号：US5492215A
公开(公告)日：1996-02-20
申请号：US311937
申请日：1994-09-26
Applicant: Henry A. Affeldt , Tim D. Conway
Inventor： Henry A. Affeldt , Tim D. Conway
CPC classification number: B65G47/965 , B07C5/361 , B65G2201/0211
Abstract: The conveyor system is made of a plurality of spools connected by chains at each end of the spool. The space between an adjacent pair of spools defines a pocket. An ejector is carried by the chain within each pocket to eject fruit from the pocket. The ejectors are selectively activated by solenoids lying underneath the chain and mounted on a conveyor channel across which the chain and spools are pulled. An over-the-end detector detects whether fruit passes over the end of the detector and has not been otherwise ejected from the conveyor system. Depending upon the periodicity and the timing in which fruit passes over the end of the conveyor, it can be determined whether one or more ejectors are damaged, or whether ejectors or solenoids are inoperable, and in each case which one.
Abstract translation: 输送机系统由多个线轴组成，通过链条在卷轴的每个端部连接。 相邻的一对线轴之间的空间限定了一个口袋。 喷射器由链条在每个口袋内承载以从口袋中排出果实。 喷射器由位于链条下面的螺线管选择性地启动，并安装在链条和卷轴被拉动的输送通道上。 一个超前检测器检测水果是否通过检测器的末端，并且没有其他方式从输送系统中喷出。 根据水果通过传送带末端的周期和时间，可以确定一个或多个喷射器是否损坏，或者喷射器或螺线管是否不可操作，并且在每种情况下都是这样。
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