公开(公告)号：US20170200352A1

公开(公告)日：2017-07-13

申请号：US14797760

申请日：2015-07-13

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson ,  Garrett A. Newby ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  David A. Cox

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Garrett A. Newby ,  Alexander L. Warren ,  David A. Cox

IPC: G08B6/00 ,  G01V3/165 ,  G01V3/08

CPC classification number: G08B6/00 ,  G01V3/081 ,  G01V3/12 ,  G01V3/165

Abstract: Locating devices and systems providing haptic tactile feedback are disclosed. In one embodiment, a locator includes a haptic handle configured to provide directional signals through an operator's sense of touch to aid in locating and tracing a buried conductor or other object such as a pipe or cable.

公开(公告)号：US09651711B1

公开(公告)日：2017-05-16

申请号：US13779371

申请日：2013-02-27

Applicant: SeekTech, Inc.

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Ray Merewether ,  Eric M Chapman ,  Alex L Warren

IPC: E21B44/00 ,  G01V9/00 ,  E21B7/04 ,  E21B47/00

CPC classification number: G01V9/00 ,  E21B4/14 ,  E21B7/046 ,  E21B21/16 ,  E21B44/00 ,  E21B47/0002

Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to apparatus, systems, and methods for boring in earth or other environments, both manmade and natural. More specifically, but not exclusively, the disclosure relates to devices and methods for inspecting the path of a bore (e.g., including horizontal, angular, vertical bores in 3-dimensional space) to detect any damage caused by the boring activity to infrastructure in the path of the bore. Such infrastructure may include, but not by way of limitation, gas lines, sewer lines, communication lines (e.g., fiber optic lines), electric lines, and other infrastructure. The disclosure further relates to devices and methods for mapping locations of underground objects, geological compositions, and other detectable underground features.

公开(公告)号：US09632199B2

公开(公告)日：2017-04-25

申请号：US14446279

申请日：2014-07-29

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson ,  Hunter Brown ,  Stephanie M. Bench ,  Justin W. Taylor ,  Jan Soukup

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Hunter Brown ,  Stephanie M. Bench ,  Justin W. Taylor ,  Jan Soukup

IPC: G01V3/08 ,  G01V3/10 ,  G01V3/15

CPC classification number: G01V3/104 ,  G01V3/081 ,  G01V3/15

Abstract: Inductive clamps for use in utility locate operations are disclosed. In one embodiment, an inductive clamp includes a head assembly including a base element and a plurality of arm elements coupled to the base element, a handle assembly including a utility selector element coupled to the head assembly, and a magnetic core subassembly for generating a magnetic field for coupling to a targeted utility, the magnetic core subassembly including a plurality of ferrite elements and wire winding wrapped about one or more of the ferrite elements.

公开(公告)号：US09625602B2

公开(公告)日：2017-04-18

申请号：US12939591

申请日：2010-11-04

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson

IPC: G08B5/22 ,  G01V3/15 ,  G01N21/954 ,  H04M1/725

CPC classification number: G01V3/15 ,  G01N21/954 ,  H04M1/72527 ,  H04M1/7253 ,  H04M2250/10

Abstract: A personal communication device or “smart phone” is connected to a utility locator system or pipe inspection system and serves as a user interface, communication interface, and control system for such systems.

公开(公告)号：US09277105B2

公开(公告)日：2016-03-01

申请号：US13974020

申请日：2013-08-22

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson ,  David A. Cox ,  Brett D. Lobree

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  David A. Cox ,  Brett D. Lobree

IPC: H04N9/47 ,  H04N7/18 ,  H04N5/228 ,  H04N5/222 ,  H04N5/225 ,  G03B37/00 ,  H04N5/232 ,  G01N21/88

CPC classification number: H04N5/2252 ,  G01N21/8803 ,  G01N21/954 ,  G03B37/005 ,  H04N5/2253 ,  H04N5/2254 ,  H04N5/2256 ,  H04N5/2257 ,  H04N5/2259 ,  H04N5/23293 ,  H04N2005/2255

Abstract: In one embodiment, a self-leveling camera head may include an eccentric leveling weight assembly that is supported inside an outer housing for free rotation about an axis. The leveling weight assembly may be removably coupled to a separate camera module assembly supported inside the outer housing for rotation about the axis so that its images will be “upright,” i.e. earth normal.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，自流平照相机头可以包括偏心调平重量组件，其被支撑在外壳体内部，用于绕轴线自由旋转。 平整配重组件可以可拆卸地联接到支撑在外壳体内部的单独的相机模块组件，用于围绕轴线旋转，使得其图像将“直立”，即接地正常。

公开(公告)号：US09222809B1

公开(公告)日：2015-12-29

申请号：US13676018

申请日：2012-11-13

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson ,  James F. Kleyn ,  Michael E. Turgeon

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  James F. Kleyn ,  Michael E. Turgeon

IPC: G01D11/30

CPC classification number: H04N7/183 ,  B65H75/364 ,  B65H75/4465 ,  B65H2402/412 ,  F16L2101/30 ,  G01D11/30 ,  G03B37/005 ,  H04N5/2253 ,  H04N2005/2255

Abstract: A portable pipe inspection system having a removable storable pull-handle and a detachable wheel assembly that may be front-mounted is disclosed. The portable pipe inspection system may include a wireless transceiver and intelligent battery system. The pipe inspection system may be configured to be operated in a horizontal position to provide enhanced stability in sloped or uneven environments.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种便携式管道检查系统，其具有可移除的可存储的拉手和可以被前置安装的可拆卸轮组件。 便携式管道检查系统可以包括无线收发器和智能电池系统。 管道检查系统可以被配置为在水平位置操作，以在倾斜或不均匀的环境中提供增强的稳定性。

公开(公告)号：US20150263434A1

公开(公告)日：2015-09-17

申请号：US14214151

申请日：2014-03-14

Applicant: Stephanie M. Bench ,  Mark S. Olsson ,  Ray Merewether ,  Ryan B. Levin

Inventor： Stephanie M. Bench ,  Mark S. Olsson ,  Ray Merewether ,  Ryan B. Levin

IPC: H01Q21/24 ,  H01Q1/12 ,  G01S19/13

CPC classification number: H01Q21/24 ,  H01Q1/12 ,  H01Q21/26

Abstract: Antenna systems for receiving transmitted signals comprising at least a first tuned antenna disposed in a known relationship spatially with a second antenna, with the first tuned antenna electrically connected to the second antenna, are disclosed. The antenna system may be configured to allow the antennas to reliably discriminate between left-hand and right-hand polarized circular signals.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于接收发射信号的天线系统，所述天线系统包括至少第一调谐天线，以与第二天线空间上已知的关系设置，其中第一调谐天线电连接到第二天线。 天线系统可以被配置为允许天线可靠地区分左手和右手极化圆形信号。

公开(公告)号：US09134817B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-15

申请号：US13292038

申请日：2011-11-08

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson

IPC: G09G5/00 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  G06F3/0346 ,  G06F1/16 ,  G05G9/047

CPC classification number: G06F3/017 ,  G01D5/14 ,  G05G9/047 ,  G05G2009/04755 ,  G06F1/169 ,  G06F3/0338 ,  G06F3/0346

Abstract: Slim profile magnetic user interface devices (slim UIDs) are disclosed. A slim UID may include a slim profile housing, a movable actuator assembly having user contact surfaces on opposite sides, along with a magnet, magnetic sensor, restoration element, and processing element. User mechanical interaction with the actuator element may be sensed by the magnetic sensor and processed to generate output signals usable by a coupled electronic computing system.

Abstract translation: 公开了超薄型磁用户接口设备（超薄UID）。 细长UID可以包括超薄型材外壳，具有相对侧上的用户接触表面的可移动致动器组件，以及磁体，磁性传感器，恢复元件和处理元件。 与致动器元件的用户机械相互作用可以由磁传感器感测并被处理以产生可由耦合的电子计算系统使用的输出信号。

公开(公告)号：US09134255B1

公开(公告)日：2015-09-15

申请号：US13784783

申请日：2013-03-04

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Ray Merewether ,  Stephanie M. Bench ,  Tran Nguyen

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Michael J. Martin ,  Ray Merewether ,  Stephanie M. Bench ,  Tran Nguyen

IPC: A61B1/06 ,  G01N21/954

CPC classification number: G06T7/0004 ,  G01N21/954 ,  G01N2021/9542 ,  G02B23/2484 ,  G03B37/005 ,  H04N5/2252 ,  H04N5/2253 ,  H04N5/23206 ,  H04N2005/2255

Abstract: Various pipe inspection systems include a camera head operatively connected to the distal end of a push-cable. Images may be automatically captured at predetermined distances of travel, or may be automatically captured based on the output signals from the auto-focus, auto-exposure and/or auto-white balance engines indicating, for example, that the camera motion within the pipe is substantially zero. Images may be captured in an automatic mode at predetermined intervals as the camera head travels within the pipe or in an override mode initiated by operator command. The system may include a data transmission circuit that transmits data between a plurality of nodes at a frequency that does not substantially interfere with a normal base band video transmission frequency.

Abstract translation: 各种管道检查系统包括可操作地连接到推送电缆的远端的照相机头。 图像可以以预定的行进距离自动捕获，或者可以基于来自自动对焦，自动曝光和/或自动白平衡引擎的输出信号而被自动捕获，指示例如在管道内的相机运动 基本为零。 当照相机头在管道内行进或由操作员指令启动的超控模式时，图像可以以预定间隔以自动模式被捕获。 该系统可以包括数据传输电路，其以不基本上干扰正常基带视频传输频率的频率在多个节点之间传送数据。

公开(公告)号：US09085007B2

公开(公告)日：2015-07-21

申请号：US13766706

申请日：2013-02-13

Applicant: Mark S. Olsson ,  Michael E. Turgeon

Inventor： Mark S. Olsson ,  Michael E. Turgeon

IPC: B65D83/36 ,  B05B15/00 ,  B65D83/20

CPC classification number: B65D83/36 ,  B05B15/00 ,  B05B15/62 ,  B65D83/203 ,  B65D83/208

Abstract: A marking paint applicator for a portable electronic locator that locates buried cables and pipes via electromagnetic emissions is disclosed. The marking paint application may include an elongated support structure and a manually moveable trigger mechanism mounted adjacent an upper end of the support structure, along with a bracket assembly, a trigger mechanism, a receptacle for holding paint, and an actuating mechanism for selectively controlling release of the paint in response to operator actuation of the trigger mechanism.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于通过电磁辐射定位埋地电缆和管道的便携式电子定位器的标记涂漆器。 标记涂料应用可以包括细长的支撑结构和邻近支撑结构的上端安装的手动可触发机构以及支架组件，触发机构，用于保持涂料的容器以及用于选择性地控制释放的致动机构 响应于触发机构的操作者致动。