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公开(公告)号：US20210249671A1
公开(公告)日：2021-08-12
申请号：US17240544
申请日：2021-04-26
Applicant: The Boeing Company , Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Michael A. Carralero , Jeffrey Scott Wilcox
IPC: H01M8/04082 , H01M8/04492 , H01M8/0432 , H01M8/04029 , H01M8/04992 , H01M8/04119 , H01M8/04537 , H01M8/04014 , H01M8/065 , B63H21/00 , B63H21/38 , H01M8/04223 , H01M8/04291 , H01M8/04007 , H01M8/04225
Abstract: A power system for an unmanned surface vehicle includes a fuel cell including a fuel cell stack, where the fuel cell stack includes a fuel inlet. The power system also includes a fuel storage including at least one fuel-storage module fluidly connected to the fuel inlet of the fuel cell stack. The fuel-storage module is a source of energy for the fuel cell. The power system also includes a fuel and thermal management system fluidly connected to the fuel inlet of the fuel cell stack. The fuel and thermal management system includes a heat exchanger in thermal communication with the fuel cell stack for removing waste heat produced by the fuel cell stack during operation. The fuel and thermal management system also includes a flow valve, a pressure regulator, and a conduit.
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公开(公告)号：US10315746B2
公开(公告)日：2019-06-11
申请号：US15785246
申请日：2017-10-16
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine , Kurt A. F. Kiesow, III , William A. Stutz , Graham Hine
Abstract: A float (1) suitable for use as a buoy or as a component for a wave-powered vehicle. The float (1) includes an upper member (12) whose height can be changed and/or which remained substantially vertical even when the float is in wave-bearing water. A low drag cable (2) suitable for use as a tether in a wave-powered vehicle has a streamlined cross-section and includes a tensile member (21) near the front of the cross-section, at least one non-load-bearing member (22) behind the tensile member, and a polymeric jacket (23). Wave-powered vehicles having a float (1), a submerged swimmer (3) and a tether (2) connecting the float and the swimmer, include a means for determining whether the tether is twisted; or a means (91) for untwisting the tether; or a pressure-sensitive connection (71, 72, 73) which can disconnect the tether when the vehicle is dragged downwards by entanglement with a whale; or a 2-axis universal joint securing the tether to the float or to the swimmer; or elastic elements which absorb snap loads created by the tether; or two or more of these.
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23.发明授权公开(公告)号：US10150546B2
公开(公告)日：2018-12-11
申请号：US15635090
申请日：2017-06-27
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine
IPC: B63H19/02 , B63H1/32 , F03B13/18 , F03B13/20 , F03B13/10 , F03B13/16 , B63J3/02 , B63J99/00 , B63J3/00
Abstract: This disclosure provides improved nautical craft that can travel and navigate on their own. A hybrid vessel is described that converts wave motion to locomotive thrust by mechanical means, and also converts wave motion to electrical power for storage in a battery. The electrical power can then be tapped to provide locomotive power during periods where wave motion is inadequate and during deployment. The electrical power can also be tapped to even out the undulating thrust that is created when locomotion of the vessel is powered by wave motion alone.
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公开(公告)号：US20180134359A1
公开(公告)日：2018-05-17
申请号：US15785246
申请日：2017-10-16
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine , Kurt A. F. Kiesow, III , William A. Stutz , Graham Hine
CPC classification number: B63H19/02 , B63B21/66 , B63B2035/4466 , F03B13/14 , Y02E10/38 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: A float (1) suitable for use as a buoy or as a component for a wave-powered vehicle. The float (1) includes an upper member (12) whose height can be changed and/or which remained substantially vertical even when the float is in wave-bearing water. A low drag cable (2) suitable for use as a tether in a wave-powered vehicle has a streamlined cross-section and includes a tensile member (21) near the front of the cross-section, at least one non-load-bearing member (22) behind the tensile member, and a polymeric jacket (23). Wave-powered vehicles having a float (1), a submerged swimmer (3) and a tether (2) connecting the float and the swimmer, include a means for determining whether the tether is twisted; or a means (91) for untwisting the tether; or a pressure-sensitive connection (71, 72, 73) which can disconnect the tether when the vehicle is dragged downwards by entanglement with a whale; or a 2-axis universal joint securing the tether to the float or to the swimmer; or elastic elements which absorb snap loads created by the tether; or two or more of these.
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公开(公告)号：US09802681B1
公开(公告)日：2017-10-31
申请号：US14197091
申请日：2014-03-04
Applicant: Liquid Robotics Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine
CPC classification number: B63B35/00 , A01K61/00 , A01K61/80 , A01K61/90 , B63B21/66 , B63B2035/007 , B63B2035/008 , B63B2209/18 , B63B2211/02 , B63G2008/007 , B63G2008/425 , B63H1/32 , B63H19/02 , B63H21/17 , B63H25/04 , B63H2021/171 , B63H2025/045 , B63J2003/002 , G01N33/1886 , G01S19/49 , G05D1/0206 , Y02A40/81 , Y02A40/845 , Y02P60/24 , Y02P60/64 , Y02T70/5245 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: This disclosure provides wave-powered vessels equipped for fish stock management. The vessels have observational sensors for monitoring fish, a positional sensor to determine the geographical location of the vessel, and a transmitter for sending data to a central control unit. The observational sensors may be deployed on a tow body pulled behind the vessel, or the tow body may relay information from sensors located on a separate unit on the bottom or at a defined depth. The control unit communicates with each of the monitor vessels to direct navigation and obtain data from the sensors. Substance distribution vessels in the fleet are equipped to distribute fish food in target area for the purpose of fish farming.
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公开(公告)号：US20170295759A1
公开(公告)日：2017-10-19
申请号：US14197091
申请日：2014-03-04
Applicant: Liquid Robotics Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine
IPC: A01K61/00 , A01K61/90 , A01K61/80 , B63B21/66 , B63B35/00 , G05D1/02 , B63H21/17 , B63H25/04 , G01N33/18 , G01S19/49 , B63H19/02 , B63H1/32 , B63G8/00 , B63G8/42 , B63J3/00
CPC classification number: B63B35/00 , A01K61/00 , A01K61/80 , A01K61/90 , B63B21/66 , B63B2035/007 , B63B2035/008 , B63B2209/18 , B63B2211/02 , B63G2008/007 , B63G2008/425 , B63H1/32 , B63H19/02 , B63H21/17 , B63H25/04 , B63H2021/171 , B63H2025/045 , B63J2003/002 , G01N33/1886 , G01S19/49 , G05D1/0206 , Y02A40/81 , Y02A40/845 , Y02P60/24 , Y02P60/64 , Y02T70/5245 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: This invention provides a vessel system and methodology that can be used to promote growth of phytoplankton in the oceans. Unmanned self-controlled wave-powered vessels are equipped with storage units for dispensing a fertilizer, and with sensors to monitor ocean conditions and effects. Fleets of vessels move autonomously by on-board processing of GPS and directional information, piloting a path that is coordinated by a central processing unit. The vessels travel through a defined target area, creating a detailed survey of chemical and biological characteristics that affect grown. The data are processed in a computer model to identify precise locations and precise amounts of fertilizer that will produce the best results. Projected benefits of fertilizing plankton include sequestering CO2 from the atmosphere, and enhancing the marine food chain to improve the fish stock in and around the treated area.
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公开(公告)号：US09533740B2
公开(公告)日：2017-01-03
申请号：US14215062
申请日：2014-03-17
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： John M. Brennan , Casper G. Otten , David B. Walker
CPC classification number: B63B35/00 , B63B2035/007 , B63H2021/171 , Y02T70/5245
Abstract: An adaptable modular power system (AMPS) is hierarchical in a number of ways. AMPS modules connect to a backplane, and one or multiple AMPS backplanes can form an AMPS domain. At the same time, the vehicle electronics is modular, with various payload boxes needing to communicate with each other. A common power and signaling cable is provided to interconnect payload boxes. A dedicated connector system is also provided so that AMPS modules may communicate, control, receive data, and supply and receive power.
Abstract translation: 适应性强的模块化电力系统（AMPS）以多种方式是分级的。 AMPS模块连接到背板，一个或多个AMPS背板可以形成AMPS域。 同时，车载电子设备是模块化的，各种有效载荷箱需要相互通信。 提供通用电源和信号电缆以互连有效载荷盒。 还提供专用连接器系统，使得AMPS模块可以通信，控制，接收数据以及供电和接收电力。
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公开(公告)号：US09524646B2
公开(公告)日：2016-12-20
申请号：US14795646
申请日：2015-07-09
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine
CPC classification number: G08G3/00 , B63H19/04 , F03B13/00 , F03B13/10 , F03B13/16 , F03B13/1815 , F03B13/20 , F05B2220/708 , F05B2240/931 , G05D3/12 , Y02E10/38 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: This invention provides a vessel system and methodology that can be used to promote growth of phytoplankton in the oceans. Unmanned self-controlled wave-powered vessels are equipped with storage units for dispensing a fertilizer, and with sensors to monitor ocean conditions and effects. Fleets of vessels move autonomously by on-board processing of GPS and directional information, piloting a path that is coordinated by a central processing unit. The vessels travel through a defined target area, creating a detailed survey of chemical and biological characteristics that affect grown. The data are processed in a computer model to identify precise locations and precise amounts of fertilizer that will produce the best results. Projected benefits of fertilizing plankton include sequestering CO2 from the atmosphere, and enhancing the marine food chain to improve the fish stock in and around the treated area.
Abstract translation: 本发明提供了可用于促进海洋中浮游植物生长的血管系统和方法。 无人控制的波浪式动力船配备有用于分配肥料的储存装置，以及用于监测海洋条件和影响的传感器。 船队通过车载GPS和定向信息进行自主移动，引导由中央处理单元协调的路径。 船只通过一个确定的目标区域，形成一个详细的化学和生物学特性调查，影响成长。 数据在计算机模型中处理，以确定将产生最佳结果的精确位置和精确量的肥料。 施肥浮游生物的预期效益包括从大气中隔离二氧化碳，加强海洋食物链，改善处理区及其周围的鱼类种群。
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29.发明申请Watercraft and Electricity Generator System for Harvesting Electrical Power from Wave Motion 有权用于从波浪运动中收集电力的船舶和发电机系统公开(公告)号：US20160272294A1
公开(公告)日：2016-09-22
申请号：US14975330
申请日：2015-12-18
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine
CPC classification number: B63H19/02 , B63B2754/00 , B63H1/32 , B63J3/02 , B63J99/00 , B63J2003/003 , B63J2099/008 , F03B13/10 , F03B13/16 , F03B13/1815 , F03B13/20 , F05B2240/931 , Y02E10/38 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: This disclosure provides improved nautical craft that can travel and navigate on their own. A hybrid vessel is described that converts wave motion to locomotive thrust by mechanical means, and also converts wave motion to electrical power for storage in a battery. The electrical power can then be tapped to provide locomotive power during periods where wave motion is inadequate and during deployment. The electrical power can also be tapped to even out the undulating thrust that is created when locomotion of the vessel is powered by wave motion alone.
Abstract translation: 本公开提供了可以自行行驶和导航的改进的航海技术。 描述了通过机械装置将波动转换成机车推力的混合容器，并且还将波动转换为电力以存储在电池中。 然后在波浪运动不足和部署过程中，可以轻敲电力以提供机车功率。 也可以利用电力来均匀地排除当波浪运动仅由波浪作用而产生的波动的推力。
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公开(公告)号：US20160023725A1
公开(公告)日：2016-01-28
申请号：US14775489
申请日：2014-03-05
Applicant: LIQUID ROBOTICS, INC.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine
CPC classification number: B63B35/50 , B63B35/00 , B63H19/02 , B64C19/00 , B64C39/024 , B64C2201/021 , B64C2201/08 , B64C2201/084 , B64C2201/102 , B64C2201/141 , B64C2201/201 , B64C2201/205 , B64F1/04 , B64F1/221 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: Equipment and methods that combine the use of wave powered vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs or drones). A UAV can be launched from a wave-powered vehicle, observe another vessel, and report the results of its observation to the wave-powered vehicle, and the wave-powered vehicle can report the results of the observation to a remote location. The UAV can land on water and can then be recovered by the wave-powered vehicle.
Abstract translation: 结合使用波动车辆和无人机（无人机或无人机）的设备和方法。 无人机可以从波浪式车辆发射，观察另一艘船，并将其观测结果报告给波动车辆，波浪式车辆可以将观测结果报告给偏远地区。 无人机可以登陆水面，然后可以由波浪式车辆回收。
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