公开(公告)号：US10345484B2

公开(公告)日：2019-07-09

申请号：US14842083

申请日：2015-09-01

Applicant: Southern Company Services, Inc.

Inventor： Brandon Lundy ,  Derl W. Rhoades

IPC: G01W1/10 ,  G01D4/00 ,  G01R21/133

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for confirming a tornado event has contacted a ground surface and for generating a path prediction. Upon receipt of power outage alarms from metering devices, the Advance Metering Infrastructure (AMI) application can generate cluster areas based on the location of the metering devices. The AMI application can compare a cluster area to a tornado pattern to determine if the cluster area has experienced a tornado event. The AMI application can determine a speed and a direction of the tornado event based on the location and a time stamp of a power outage associated with the metering devices in the cluster areas.

公开(公告)号：US09424742B1

公开(公告)日：2016-08-23

申请号：US13873565

申请日：2013-04-30

Applicant: Southern Company Services, Inc.

Inventor： Arnold Cory Solomon ,  Gregory Ray Floyd

IPC: G08C15/06 ,  G08C19/16

CPC classification number: G08C19/16 ,  G01D4/00

Abstract: Various methods and systems are directed to a meter alert system that provides surveillance of meters and other components of a utility system. The meter alert system obtains, via a user interface, specification of one or more meter conditions among a list of meter conditions. The meter alert system generates a rule for a utility metering device according to the meter conditions, wherein the rule is associated with a utility metering device identifier of the utility metering device. The meter system executes the rule, wherein an execution of the rule generates an alert in response to at least one of the first meter condition being satisfied or the second meter condition being satisfied. The meter alert system transmits a notification message in response to the alert being generated.

Abstract translation: 各种方法和系统针对提供对公用事业系统的仪表和其他部件的监视的仪表报警系统。 仪表报警系统通过用户接口在一个表格条件列表中获得一个或多个仪表状态的规格。 仪表报警系统根据仪表条件生成公用计量装置的规则，其中规则与公用计量装置的公用计量装置标识符相关联。 仪表系统执行规则，其中规则的执行响应于满足第一仪表状态或满足第二仪表状态中的至少一个而产生警报。 仪表报警系统响应于正在生成的警报而发送通知消息。

公开(公告)号：US09013121B2

公开(公告)日：2015-04-21

申请号：US13570330

申请日：2012-08-09

Applicant: Drew Benton McGuire ,  Dennis Mize ,  Stephan Hicks

Inventor： Drew Benton McGuire ,  Dennis Mize ,  Stephan Hicks

IPC: B65H23/198 ,  H02G7/02

CPC classification number: H02G7/02

Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for autotensioning conductors of transmission lines. In one embodiment, among others, an autotensioner system includes tensioning assemblies coupled between a structure and corresponding conductors and a tension controller that controls a tensioning assembly to adjust a tension of the corresponding conductor to within a predefined tolerance of a corresponding tension setpoint. In another embodiment, a method includes receiving a current conductor tension for each of multiple conductors and adjusting the conductor tension of one of the conductors by remotely controlling a corresponding tensioning assembly. The adjustment may be based at least in part upon the current conductor tensions and a tension setpoint.

Abstract translation: 为传输线路的导体自动拉伸提供了各种系统和方法。 在一个实施例中，自动张紧器系统包括联接在结构和对应导体之间的张紧组件和张力控制器，其控制张紧组件以将相应导体的张力调整到相应的张力设定点的预定公差内。 在另一个实施例中，一种方法包括：通过远程控制相应的张紧组件来接收多个导线中的每个导体的电流导体张力并调节其中一个导体的导体张力。 该调节可以至少部分地基于当前的导体张力和张力设定点。

公开(公告)号：US08852303B2

公开(公告)日：2014-10-07

申请号：US12970006

申请日：2010-12-16

Applicant: Pannalal Vimalchand ,  Guohai Liu ,  Wan Wang Peng

Inventor： Pannalal Vimalchand ,  Guohai Liu ,  Wan Wang Peng

IPC: B01J7/00 ,  F23K3/02 ,  C10J3/50 ,  C10J3/30 ,  C10J3/72

CPC classification number: B01J3/02 ,  C10J3/30 ,  C10J3/50 ,  C10J3/723 ,  C10J2200/09 ,  C10J2200/156 ,  C10J2300/093 ,  F23K3/02

Abstract: A coal feed system to feed pulverized low rank coals containing up to 25 wt % moisture to gasifiers operating up to 1000 psig pressure is described. The system includes gas distributor and collector gas permeable pipes imbedded in the lock vessel. Different methods of operation of the feed system are disclosed to minimize feed problems associated with bridging and packing of the pulverized coal. The method of maintaining the feed system and feeder device exit pressures using gas addition or extraction with the pressure control device is also described.

Abstract translation: 描述了一种供料系统，其将含有高达25重量％水分的粉末状低级煤料送入高达1000psig压力的气化器。 该系统包括嵌入在锁定容器中的气体分配器和集气器透气管。 公开了进料系统的不同操作方法以最小化与粉煤的桥接和包装相关的进料问题。 还描述了使用气体添加或用压力控制装置提取来维持进料系统和进料装置出口压力的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20140059651A1

公开(公告)日：2014-02-27

申请号：US13591319

申请日：2012-08-22

Applicant: Ryan Lee Luster ,  Mark R. Vevle ,  Michael W. Peters

Inventor： Ryan Lee Luster ,  Mark R. Vevle ,  Michael W. Peters

IPC: G06F21/00

CPC classification number: G06F21/604

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for elevating a user account by granting administrator permissions to workstations of network users. One embodiment of such a method comprises receiving authorization to provide a user temporary membership to an administrators group for a defined period of time; sending instructions to a workstation of the user to register as a member to the administrators group of the workstation; and in response to the membership having expired, sending instructions to remove the user as a member of the administrators group on the workstation.

Abstract translation: 公开了通过授予对网络用户的工作站的管理员权限来提升用户帐户的各种实施例。 这种方法的一个实施例包括接收在给定时间段内向管理员组提供用户临时成员资格的授权; 向用户的工作站发送指令作为成员注册到工作站的管理员组; 并且响应于成员资格已经过期，发送指令以作为工作站上的管理员组的成员删除用户。

公开(公告)号：US20140041926A1

公开(公告)日：2014-02-13

申请号：US13570330

申请日：2012-08-09

Applicant: Drew Benton McGuire ,  Dennis Mize ,  Stephan Hicks

Inventor： Drew Benton McGuire ,  Dennis Mize ,  Stephan Hicks

IPC: H02G7/02

CPC classification number: H02G7/02

Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for autotensioning conductors of transmission lines. In one embodiment, among others, an autotensioner system includes tensioning assemblies coupled between a structure and corresponding conductors and a tension controller that controls a tensioning assembly to adjust a tension of the corresponding conductor to within a predefined tolerance of a corresponding tension setpoint. In another embodiment, a method includes receiving a current conductor tension for each of multiple conductors and adjusting the conductor tension of one of the conductors by remotely controlling a corresponding tensioning assembly. The adjustment may be based at least in part upon the current conductor tensions and a tension setpoint.

Abstract translation: 为传输线路的导体自动拉伸提供了各种系统和方法。 在一个实施例中，自动张紧器系统包括联接在结构和对应导体之间的张紧组件和张力控制器，其控制张紧组件以将相应导体的张力调整到相应的张力设定点的预定公差内。 在另一个实施例中，一种方法包括：通过远程控制相应的张紧组件来接收多个导线中的每个导体的电流导体张力并调节其中一个导体的导体张力。 该调节可以至少部分地基于当前的导体张力和张力设定点。

公开(公告)号：US08612059B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-17

申请号：US13193809

申请日：2011-07-29

Applicant: Antonio Chamblin ,  Kenneth Clifford Barnett

Inventor： Antonio Chamblin ,  Kenneth Clifford Barnett

IPC: G06F1/26

CPC classification number: F02C7/26 ,  F01K13/02

Abstract: Various methods and systems are provided for evaluation of events such as the startup of power generation units. In one embodiment, a method includes obtaining operational data associated with a power generation unit, the operational data corresponding to a predefined period of time; determining start and end times for a startup phase associated with the power generation unit based upon a set of predefined startup conditions corresponding to the startup phase; and generating a network page including the start and times. In another embodiment, a system includes a unit evaluation system executable in a computing device that includes logic that obtains operational data associated with a power generation unit, the operational data corresponding to a predefined period of time and logic that determines start and end times for an event phase associated with the power generation unit based upon a set of predefined conditions corresponding to the event phase.

Abstract translation: 提供各种方法和系统来评估诸如发电单元启动的事件。 在一个实施例中，一种方法包括获得与发电单元相关联的运行数据，所述运行数据对应于预定义的时间段; 基于与启动阶段相对应的一组预定义的启动条件来确定与所述发电单元相关联的启动阶段的开始和结束时间; 以及生成包括开始和时间的网络页面。 在另一个实施例中，系统包括可在计算设备中执行的单元评估系统，该单元评估系统包括获得与发电单元相关联的操作数据的逻辑，对应于预定义时间段的操作数据和确定 基于与事件阶段相对应的一组预定义条件与发电单元相关联的事件阶段。

公开(公告)号：US08478714B2

公开(公告)日：2013-07-02

申请号：US13010309

申请日：2011-01-20

Applicant: Gregory Ray Floyd ,  Steven Kirk Hubbartt

Inventor： Gregory Ray Floyd ,  Steven Kirk Hubbartt

IPC: G06F7/00 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06F15/16

CPC classification number: H04L67/141 ,  H04L51/30

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for communicating with an integrated distribution management system (IDMS). An IDMS often employs a communications protocol that is incompatible with a service oriented architecture. Accordingly, embodiments of the disclosure can allow utility computing systems in a service oriented architecture or in a messaging based environment to communicate with an IDMS.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于与综合分发管理系统（IDMS）通信的各种实施例。 IDMS通常采用与面向服务架构不兼容的通信协议。 因此，本公开的实施例可以允许在面向服务的架构中或在基于消息的环境中的实用计算系统与IDMS通信。

公开(公告)号：US08474289B2

公开(公告)日：2013-07-02

申请号：US13305364

申请日：2011-11-28

Applicant: Arnold Cory Solomon

Inventor： Arnold Cory Solomon

IPC: E05B67/36

CPC classification number: E05B63/121 ,  E05B11/06 ,  E05B65/0089 ,  Y10T70/443 ,  Y10T70/7751 ,  Y10T70/7768 ,  Y10T70/7774

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments of locking systems that include a barrel lock. The barrel lock is configured to damage, deface, and/or capture a key that is inserted into the barrel lock. Additionally, some embodiments include a locking mechanism adapter that can allow the locking mechanism to be operated by a key if the user has knowledge about the properties of the barrel lock.

Abstract translation: 公开了包括桶锁的锁定系统的各种实施例。 桶锁被配置为损坏，弄脏和/或捕获插入桶锁中的钥匙。 此外，一些实施例包括锁定机构适配器，其可以允许锁定机构由钥匙操作，如果用户了解关于枪管锁的属性的知识。

公开(公告)号：US08271879B2

公开(公告)日：2012-09-18

申请号：US12837700

申请日：2010-07-16

Applicant: Thomas Shane Bush

Inventor： Thomas Shane Bush

IPC: G06F15/177

CPC classification number: G06Q10/06

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for a workstation management application. An identification of a user is obtained in a user interface. A listing of workstations that the user has accessed is rendered in the user interface. A selection of one of the workstations is obtained in the user interface. A listing of management tasks configured for the workstation is rendered in the user interface. One of a plurality of management tools is launched to perform a selected one of the management tasks for the workstation.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于工作站管理应用的各种实施例。 在用户界面中获得用户的识别。 用户访问的工作站的列表在用户界面中呈现。 在用户界面中可以选择其中一个工作站。 在用户界面中呈现为工作站配置的管理任务列表。 启动多个管理工具之一来执行工作站的所选管理任务之一。