公开(公告)号：US20170089849A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-30

申请号：US15371871

申请日：2016-12-07

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Bin Dai ,  Susan Macisaac ,  Kevin L. Deppermann ,  Mark Ehrhardt ,  Brad White ,  Wayne Brown ,  Paul Krasucki ,  Jemmi C. McDonald

IPC: G01N24/08 ,  G01R33/561 ,  G01R33/44 ,  A01C1/00 ,  G01R33/30

CPC classification number: G01N24/08 ,  A01C1/00 ,  G01R33/307 ,  G01R33/445 ,  G01R33/448 ,  G01R33/561

Abstract: The current disclosure describes an automated high-throughput seed sorting system for separating seed via oil and/or moisture content using novel nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) systems and methods. The disclosed systems and methods for measuring the oil and/or moisture content of a single seed in a low-field time domain NMR instrument are superior in sample throughput and signal-to-noise ratio to conventional NMR systems and methods (free induction decay or spin echo) for single seed oil/moisture measurement.

公开(公告)号：US09383291B2

公开(公告)日：2016-07-05

申请号：US14685033

申请日：2015-04-13

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Kevin L. Deppermann ,  Jennifer Listello ,  Phillip Rahn ,  Angela R. Cargill

IPC: G01N1/04 ,  A01C1/00 ,  G01N1/08 ,  A01C1/06

CPC classification number: G01N1/08 ,  A01C1/00 ,  A01C1/06 ,  A01G7/00 ,  G01N1/04

Abstract: An automated seed sampler system includes an imaging device for obtaining images of seeds, an orienting device for orienting the seeds based on the images, and a sampling station for removing tissue from the oriented seeds. In some aspects, the system also includes a transport subsystem for supporting the oriented seeds and conveying the oriented seeds to the sampling station. A method for removing tissue from seeds includes imaging the seeds, orienting the seeds based on image information obtained from the seeds, and removing tissue from the oriented seeds. In some aspects, the method also includes transporting the oriented seeds in a transport subsystem to a sampling station for removing the tissue from the oriented seeds, and/or collecting the tissue removed from the oriented seeds so that a one-to-one correspondence exists between the tissue and the sampled seeds, and/or analyzing the tissue for characteristics indicative of genetic and/or chemical traits.

公开(公告)号：US08752712B2

公开(公告)日：2014-06-17

申请号：US13647231

申请日：2012-10-08

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Kevin L. Deppermann

IPC: B07C5/00

CPC classification number: A01C1/00 ,  A01C1/04 ,  B07C5/16 ,  B07C5/36 ,  B07C5/365 ,  B65G47/1478 ,  B65G51/02 ,  B65G2201/02 ,  Y10S209/906

Abstract: An automated method is used to direct seeds to desired locations. The method includes isolating individual seeds from a plurality of seeds, for example, in a seed bin, and then measuring desired properties of the seeds. The measured properties are evaluated, and the seeds are then directed to desired locations, for example, based on the measured properties. The individual seeds are each contacted with a stream of air to move the seeds to the desired locations.

Abstract translation: 使用自动化方法将种子引导到期望的位置。 该方法包括从多个种子（例如种子仓）中分离单个种子，然后测量种子的所需性质。 评估测量的性质，然后将种子定向到所需位置，例如，基于测量的性质。 每个种子都与空气流接触以将种子移动到期望的位置。

公开(公告)号：US08548222B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-01

申请号：US13829427

申请日：2013-03-14

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Kevin L. Deppermann ,  James Crain ,  Sam R. Eathington ,  Mike Graham ,  Steven H. Modiano

IPC: G06K9/00

CPC classification number: G06K9/00 ,  B07C5/00 ,  B07C5/10 ,  B07C5/34 ,  B07C5/3422 ,  B07C5/3425 ,  G01J3/0218 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01N21/253 ,  G01N21/6428 ,  G01N21/6452 ,  G01N21/6456 ,  G01N21/85 ,  G01N2021/0339 ,  G01N2021/8592 ,  G01N2201/0627 ,  G01N2201/129

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for evaluating and sorting seeds based on characteristics of the seeds. One method generally includes collecting image data from different parts of the seeds, and then analyzing the collected image data to determine if the seeds exhibit at least one or more characteristics. The seeds can then be sorted to desired seed repositories based on whether or not the seeds exhibit the at least one or more characteristics.

Abstract translation: 提供的系统和方法用于根据种子的特征来评估和分选种子。 一种方法通常包括从种子的不同部分收集图像数据，然后分析收集的图像数据以确定种子是否具有至少一个或多个特征。 然后可以根据种子是否展示至少一个或多个特征，将种子分类到期望的种子库。

公开(公告)号：US20130032514A1

公开(公告)日：2013-02-07

申请号：US13647231

申请日：2012-10-08

Applicant: MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY LLC

Inventor： Kevin L. Deppermann

IPC: B07C5/16

CPC classification number: A01C1/00 ,  A01C1/04 ,  B07C5/16 ,  B07C5/36 ,  B07C5/365 ,  B65G47/1478 ,  B65G51/02 ,  B65G2201/02 ,  Y10S209/906

Abstract: An automated method is used to direct seeds to desired locations. The method includes isolating individual seeds from a plurality of seeds, for example, in a seed bin, and then measuring desired properties of the seeds. The measured properties are evaluated, and the seeds are then directed to desired locations, for example, based on the measured properties. The individual seeds are each contacted with a stream of air to move the seeds to the desired locations.

Abstract translation: 使用自动化方法将种子引导到期望的位置。 该方法包括从多个种子（例如种子仓）中分离单个种子，然后测量种子的所需性质。 评估测量的性质，然后将种子定向到所需位置，例如，基于测量的性质。 每个种子都与空气流接触以将种子移动到期望的位置。

公开(公告)号：US12196648B2

公开(公告)日：2025-01-14

申请号：US17710135

申请日：2022-03-31

Applicant: MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY LLC

Inventor： Angela R. Cargill ,  Kevin L. Deppermann ,  Jennifer Listello ,  Phillip Rahn

IPC: A01C1/00 ,  A01C1/06 ,  A01G7/00 ,  B26D1/04 ,  G01N1/04 ,  G01N1/08

Abstract: An automated seed sampler system for removing tissue from seeds includes an orientation system configured to orient seeds in a desired orientation, a sampling station configured to remove tissue from each of the oriented seeds, a sample collection subsystem configured to receive the tissue removed from each of the oriented seeds, and a seed collection subsystem configured to receive each of the seeds from which the tissue is removed. The sample collection subsystem and the seed collection subsystem are configured to facilitate a one-to-one correspondence between the seeds received at the seed collection subsystem and the tissue removed from the seeds and received at the sample collection subsystem.

公开(公告)号：US11357159B2

公开(公告)日：2022-06-14

申请号：US16773248

申请日：2020-01-27

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Kevin L. Deppermann ,  Lee Yannakakis ,  Andrew M. Singleton ,  Angela R. Cargill ,  David W. Finley ,  Brian J. Forinash ,  Allen N. Ondes ,  Sam R. Eathington ,  Heather M. Forbes ,  Bruce J. Schnicker ,  Jason K. Bull

IPC: A01C1/02 ,  A01C1/00 ,  G01N1/04 ,  G01N15/14 ,  G01N1/28 ,  C12Q1/6895 ,  G01N24/08 ,  G01N15/00

Abstract: An automated method for operating an automated seed sampling system having a seed loading station, a seed transport subsystem, and a seed sampling station generally includes sensing whether individual seeds are successfully isolated from a bulk of seeds at the seed loading station, and sensing whether the isolated seeds are properly positioned by the seed transport subsystem adjacent the seed sampling station in preparation for removing tissue from the isolated seeds. In some aspects, the method further includes analyzing the tissue removed from the seeds for presence or absence of at least one characteristic, and selecting seeds based on presence or absence of the at least one characteristic.

公开(公告)号：US09986699B2

公开(公告)日：2018-06-05

申请号：US14629235

申请日：2015-02-23

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Kevin L. Deppermann ,  Michael W. Petersen ,  David Butruille ,  Stanton Dotson ,  Sam Eathington ,  Heather Forbes ,  Bruce Schnicker ,  John Tamulonis

IPC: A01H1/02 ,  A01H1/04 ,  A01H1/08 ,  A01H5/10 ,  C12N15/82 ,  C12Q1/68

CPC classification number: A01H1/02 ,  A01H1/04 ,  A01H1/08 ,  A01H5/10 ,  C12N15/8241 ,  C12Q1/6895 ,  C12Q2600/13 ,  C12Q2600/156

Abstract: Novel methods are provided to facilitate germplasm improvement activities through the use of high throughput, nondestructive sampling of seeds. A method for introgressive hybridization, for example, generally includes removing tissue samples from individual seeds using an automated seed sampler without affecting germination viability of the seeds, and analyzing nucleic acids extracted from the tissue samples for at least one genetic marker. The method then further includes selecting the sampled seeds that possess the at least one genetic marker, cultivating fertile plants from the selected seeds, and crossing the fertile plants with other plants.

公开(公告)号：US09689782B2

公开(公告)日：2017-06-27

申请号：US14414925

申请日：2013-07-19

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Edward J. Cargill ,  Kevin L. Deppermann ,  Ujwal A. Deole ,  Michael Dayawon ,  William M. Fischer ,  John F. Lasinski ,  Jamaine R. Hubbard ,  Amy D. Trinchard ,  Josh G. Rameaka ,  Chris Tierney ,  Angela R. Koestel

IPC: G01N1/04 ,  G01N1/14 ,  B65B25/02 ,  B65B1/16 ,  B65G47/16 ,  B65G47/80

CPC classification number: G01N1/14 ,  B65B1/16 ,  B65B25/02 ,  B65G47/16 ,  B65G47/80

Abstract: An automated small particle distribution system is provided for transferring small particles from source tubes to destination tubes. The system includes a loading deck that is structured and operable to store and provide a plurality of source tube trays and a plurality of destination tube trays. Each source tube tray includes a plurality of source tubes stored therein, and each destination tube tray includes a plurality of destination tubes stored therein. The system additionally includes a work deck is structured and operable to receive selected source tube trays and selected destination tube trays from the loading deck, aspirate various specified amounts of small objects stored in selected source tubes, and deposit the aspirated small objects into selected destination tubes without cross-contamination of small objects.

公开(公告)号：US09551636B2

公开(公告)日：2017-01-24

申请号：US14635738

申请日：2015-03-02

Applicant: Monsanto Technology LLC

Inventor： Kevin L. Deppermann ,  Lee Yannakakis ,  Andrew M. Singleton ,  Angela R. Cargill ,  David W. Finley ,  Brian J. Forinash ,  Allen N. Ondes ,  Sam R. Eathington ,  Heather M. Forbes ,  Bruce J. Schnicker ,  Jason K. Bull

IPC: A01C1/00 ,  G01N1/28 ,  A01C1/02 ,  G01N1/04 ,  G01N15/14 ,  G01N24/08 ,  G01N15/00

CPC classification number: A01C1/025 ,  A01C1/00 ,  C12Q1/6895 ,  C12Q2600/13 ,  G01N1/04 ,  G01N1/28 ,  G01N1/286 ,  G01N15/1459 ,  G01N15/1463 ,  G01N24/08 ,  G01N2015/0019 ,  G01N2015/149 ,  G01N2015/1497

Abstract: An automated method for analyzing seeds generally includes collecting image data from individual seeds using a seed sampling system, determining at least one characteristic of each of the individual seeds based on the collected image data, and removing tissue from each of the individual seeds using the seed sampling system. The method also includes, prior to removing the tissue sample from each of the individual seeds, adjusting at least one operational parameter of the seed sampling system based on the at least one characteristic of the seed from which the tissue is to be removed to thereby allow for generally consistent removal of tissue from each of the individual seeds. In some aspects, the method further includes analyzing the tissue removed from the seeds for presence or absence of at least one characteristic, and selecting seeds based on presence or absence of the at least one characteristic.

Abstract translation: 用于分析种子的自动化方法通常包括使用种子采样系统从个体种子收集图像数据，基于收集的图像数据确定每个个体的至少一个特征，以及使用种子从每个个体种子中移除组织 抽样系统 该方法还包括在从每个个体种子去除组织样本之前，基于要从其中去除组织的种子的至少一个特征来调整种子采样系统的至少一个操作参数，从而允许 用于从每个单独种子中大体一致地去除组织。 在一些方面，所述方法还包括分析从种子中去除的组织存在或不存在至少一种特征，以及基于存在或不存在至少一种特征来选择种子。