公开(公告)号：US20110054794A1

公开(公告)日：2011-03-03

申请号：US12850750

申请日：2010-08-05

Applicant: REIN S. TEDER

Inventor： REIN S. TEDER

IPC: G06F1/14 ,  H01J5/16

CPC classification number: G01N21/552 ,  G01W1/14

Abstract: A moisture sensor is provided that simultaneously achieves ruggedness, sensitivity, wide dynamic range, versatility of application, and low cost. The outer, top service of the sensor is a lens having a predetermined geometric shape which preferably makes the rain sensor resistant to the build up of debris on the outer surface as well as being effectively self-cleaning. Within a housing of the rain sensor, at least one light emitter and at least one light detector are each deployed on a substantially planar circuit board facing such outer lens surface. So arranged, light rays from the at least one emitter strike the outer lens surface and is reflected about 90°, whereupon it strikes the outer lens surface once more and is again reflected therefrom about 90° to focus back onto the at least one detector. Raindrops present on the outside surface of the sensor affect the intensity of the light rays reflected and signals from the at least one light detector are sent to control circuitry within the rain sensor. A microprocessor in the sensor processes the resulting data to detect rain intensity over a wide range so as to be capable of being effectively deployed for applications such as to emulate a tipping bucket style rain detector, providing condensation sensing, and automatically adjusting the strength of the light rays emitted by the at least one light emitter to provide improved consistency of operation of the sensor over time.

Abstract translation: 提供湿度传感器，同时实现坚固性，灵敏度，宽动态范围，应用的多功能性和低成本。 传感器的外部和顶部服务是具有预定几何形状的透镜，其优选地使得雨水传感器抵抗外表面上的碎屑的积聚以及有效地自清洁。 在雨传感器的壳体内，至少一个光发射器和至少一个光检测器分别布置在面向这种外透镜表面的基本上平面的电路板上。 如此布置，来自至少一个发射器的光线撞击外透镜表面并被反射约90°，于是它再一次撞击外透镜表面并再次从其反射约90°以聚焦到至少一个检测器上。 存在于传感器的外表面上的雨滴影响反射的光线的强度，并且来自至少一个光检测器的信号被发送到雨传感器内的控制电路。 传感器中的微处理器处理结果数据以检测较大范围内的雨强，以便能够有效地部署用于应用，例如模拟倾翻桶式雨检测器，提供冷凝感测，并自动调节强度 由至少一个光发射器发射的光线，以提供传感器随时间的操作的改进的一致性。

公开(公告)号：US20090160700A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-25

申请号：US11995535

申请日：2006-06-29

Applicant: Hagit Messer-Yaron ,  Pinhas Alpert ,  Artem Zinevich ,  Oren Goldshtein

Inventor： Hagit Messer-Yaron ,  Pinhas Alpert ,  Artem Zinevich ,  Oren Goldshtein

IPC: G01S13/95

CPC classification number: G01W1/10 ,  G01W1/14

Abstract: A computerized system for mapping an atmospheric phenomenon in a geographic region. Multiple free-space electromagnetic communications links are previously distributed in the geographic region. The system includes an interface to monitoring mechanisms attached respectively to the free-space electromagnetic communications links. The monitoring mechanisms respectively monitor attenuation levels of the free-space electromagnetic communications links. A processor simultaneously processes the attenuation levels, and maps in the geographic region the atmospheric phenomenon. The simultaneous processing preferably applies a non-linear model which relates the attenuation levels the atmospheric phenomenon, and solves a tomographic problem based on the non-linear model and the attenuation levels. The tomographic problem is preferably solved by an interactive algorithm based on consecutive refinement and linear inversion at each iteration. Alternatively, an interpolation is performed based on respective inverse distance from the communications links. Preferably, the interpolation is further based on respective lengths of communications links. A data interface preferably provides to subscribers temporal information related to the atmospheric phenomenon within portions of the geographic region.

Abstract translation: 用于映射地理区域大气现象的计算机化系统。 多个自由空间电磁通信链路预先分布在地理区域中。 该系统包括分别附接到自由空间电磁通信链路的监视机制的接口。 监控机制分别监测自由空间电磁通信链路的衰减水平。 处理器同时处理衰减水平，并在地理区域映射大气现象。 同时处理优选地应用与衰减水平相关的大气现象的非线性模型，并且基于非线性模型和衰减水平来解决层析成像问题。 断层摄影问题优选地通过在每次迭代时基于连续细化和线性反演的交互式算法来解决。 或者，基于来自通信链路的相应反向距离来执行内插。 优选地，内插还基于通信链路的相应长度。 数据接口优选地向用户提供与地理区域的部分内的大气现象相关的时间信息。

公开(公告)号：US07373814B1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-20

申请号：US11615275

申请日：2006-12-22

Applicant: Arlene M. Brown ,  Grant J. Erickson ,  Joe Heeter ,  David W. Kwolek ,  Robert Steinle ,  Kari L. Stromsland

Inventor： Arlene M. Brown ,  Grant J. Erickson ,  Joe Heeter ,  David W. Kwolek ,  Robert Steinle ,  Kari L. Stromsland

IPC: G01W1/00

CPC classification number: G01W1/14 ,  G01N15/0656 ,  Y10T156/10

Abstract: A precipitation static sensor includes a bottom flexible dielectric layer (e.g., a layer of urethane tape) configured to be attached to a wing or other external surface of an aircraft, a flexible conductive layer (e.g., a layer of aluminum tape) formed over a portion of the first flexible dielectric layer, and a conductor (such as a twisted-pair wire) coupled to the flexible conductive layer. A top flexible dielectric layer is formed over a portion of the bottom dielectric layer and a portion of the flexible conductive layer, thus forming an exposed detector region. In accordance with a further embodiment, multiple such precipitation static sensors are used and coupled to a meter device (e.g., a picoammeter), which may also be coupled to a data acquisition and display for providing a visual indication of the charge accumulated by the precipitation static sensors.

Abstract translation: 沉淀静电传感器包括被配置为附接到飞行器的机翼或其他外表面的底部柔性介电层（例如，一层聚氨酯胶带），柔性导电层（例如，铝胶带层） 第一柔性介电层的一部分，以及耦合到柔性导电层的导体（例如双绞线）。 顶部柔性电介质层形成在底部电介质层的一部分和柔性导电层的一部分上，从而形成暴露的检测器区域。 根据另一个实施例，使用多个这样的沉淀静态传感器并耦合到计量装置（例如，皮安表），其也可耦合到数据采集和显示器，以提供由降水积累的电荷的视觉指示 静态传感器。

公开(公告)号：US20080060429A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-13

申请号：US11837512

申请日：2007-08-11

Applicant: Stephen Noe ,  William Thompson ,  Robert Stanton

Inventor： Stephen Noe ,  William Thompson ,  Robert Stanton

IPC: G01W1/14

CPC classification number: G01W1/14

Abstract: Disclosed is an in situ design for a runoff rain gauge 14 comprising an elevated storage pan 18 for storing precipitation above grade, a splitter pan 28 for partitioning the split of flow from storage to runoff and infiltration, a saturation cup 40 for measuring surface saturation of the infiltration resistance medium and a saturation cap 42 and splitter balance line 38 for communicating water levels in the saturation cup 40 to the splitter pan 28.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于径流雨量计14的原位设计，其包括用于存储高于等级的沉淀物的升高的储存盘18，用于将流体从储存器分流到径流和渗透的分离器盘28，用于测量表面饱和度的饱和杯40 渗透阻力介质和饱和盖42和分流器平衡管线38，用于将饱和杯40中的水位传递到分流盘28。

公开(公告)号：US07321827B1

公开(公告)日：2008-01-22

申请号：US10733337

申请日：2003-12-12

Applicant: Joel N. Myers ,  Michael A. Steinberg ,  James T. Candor

Inventor： Joel N. Myers ,  Michael A. Steinberg ,  James T. Candor

IPC: G01W1/00

CPC classification number: G01W1/10 ,  G01W1/14

Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for forecasting probability of precipitation values and most probable precipitation amount values for, preferably, three hour time period increments starting from the present hour through approximately hour 96 (i.e., four days) or beyond. The values are recalculated at the beginning of each hour, based upon existing forecasting information and meteorological data. The values are communicated to end users through a communications channel such as the Internet.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种系统和方法，用于从当前小时至大约96小时（即四天）或更长时间开始，用于预测降水值和最可能降水量值的概率，优选为三小时时间段增量。 根据现有的预测信息和气象数据，每小时开始时重新计算这些值。 这些值通过诸如因特网之类的通信信道传送给终端用户。

公开(公告)号：US07268691B2

公开(公告)日：2007-09-11

申请号：US11120237

申请日：2005-05-02

Applicant: Mark A. Koors ,  Andrew R. Baker ,  Mark C. Hansen

Inventor： Mark A. Koors ,  Andrew R. Baker ,  Mark C. Hansen

IPC: G01W1/00

CPC classification number: G01P5/04 ,  G01P13/02 ,  G01W1/02 ,  G01W1/14

Abstract: An apparatus for gathering weather related information is disclosed, in particular wind related information and rain related information, along with associated methods of using the apparatus. The apparatus may calculate at least one of a wind speed, a wind direction, and a rainfall amounts. The apparatus may include a controller, a sensor, and a communication member.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于收集天气相关信息的装置，特别是风相关信息和雨相关信息，以及使用该装置的相关方法。 该装置可以计算风速，风向和降雨量中的至少一个。 该装置可以包括控制器，传感器和通信构件。

公开(公告)号：US07159455B1

公开(公告)日：2007-01-09

申请号：US11349603

申请日：2006-02-08

Applicant: Willie Burt Leonard

Inventor： Willie Burt Leonard

IPC: G01W1/00

CPC classification number: G01W1/14

Abstract: A self-dumping rain gauge including a collection container with value indications for gauging rainfall amounts is disclosed. The methodology discovers an apparatus comprising a rain collection container with a top hole, a replaceable rain collection cap containing a rain collection chamber and a plug with channels, a bottom hole, and a siphoning tube located within the rain collection container. The siphoning tube, including an open first end that protrudes through the bottom hole; a curved midpoint, or alternatively an intersecting midpoint, located near the top of the container; and a second end that is within the rain collection container, permits the rain collection container to be self-dumping. A flat surface, with easy to read numbers directly correlating to value indications (e.g., graduation marks, horizontal lines), is attached to the rain collection container to provide a method for gauging amounts of rainfall.

Abstract translation: 披露了一个自倾式雨量计，其中包括一个收集容器，其具有用于衡量降雨量的值。 该方法发现一种装置，其包括具有顶孔的雨收集容器，包含雨收集室的可更换雨收集帽和具有通道的插头，位于雨收集容器内的底孔和虹吸管。 虹吸管，包括通过底孔突出的敞开的第一端; 位于容器顶部附近的弯曲中点或交替的中点; 并且在雨收集容器内的第二端允许雨收集容器自动倾倒。 与雨量收集容器相连接的容易读取与数值指示（例如刻度，水平线）相关的数字的平坦表面提供了用于测量降雨量的方法。

公开(公告)号：US07066021B1

公开(公告)日：2006-06-27

申请号：US10709155

申请日：2004-04-16

Applicant: Stephen A. Noe

Inventor： Stephen A. Noe

IPC: G01W1/00

CPC classification number: G01W1/14

Abstract: Disclosed is a runoff rain gauge 100 which includes a collector tube 104, soil infiltration resistance medium 108, a runoff resistance flow element 113, a standard rain gauge 102, and runoff collection tube 114. Precipitation enters the collector tube 104 and is divided to flow into the infiltration medium 108 and runoff collection tube 114 via flow element 113. Total precipitation is read in standard rain gauge 102, runoff in tube 114, and soil infiltration in medium 108 is calculated by the difference between total precipitation and the runoff.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种径流雨量计100，其包括收集管104，土壤渗透阻力介质108，径流阻力流量元件113，标准雨量计102和径流收集管114。 沉淀物进入集电管104，并被分流通过流动元件113流入渗透介质108和径流收集管114。 在标准雨量计102中读取总降水量，管114中的径流量，通过总降水量与径流量之差计算介质108中的土壤渗透。

公开(公告)号：US06789417B2

公开(公告)日：2004-09-14

申请号：US10259019

申请日：2002-09-27

Applicant: Charles H. Luce

Inventor： Charles H. Luce

IPC: G01W100

CPC classification number: G01W1/14

Abstract: A magnetostrictive precipitation gage includes a catch tube having an upper opening configured to receive precipitation therein. A vertical magnetostrictive rod and corresponding magnetic float linearly displaceable thereon are used to determine the fluid level within the catch tube. More particularly, as the fluid level fluctuates in the catch tube, so will the vertical position of the float, which interacts magnetically with the magnetostrictive rod. Accordingly, the vertical position of the float may be detected to determine the fluid level within the catch tube, and calculations regarding precipitation may be performed.

Abstract translation: 磁致伸缩沉淀计包括一个捕获管，其具有构造为在其中接收沉淀的上部开口。 使用垂直磁致伸缩杆和在其上可线性移位的相应磁浮子来确定捕集管内的液位。 更具体地说，随着流体水平在捕获管中波动，浮子的垂直位置也将与磁致伸缩杆磁性相互作用。 因此，可以检测浮子的垂直位置以确定捕获管内的液位，并且可以执行关于降水的计算。

公开(公告)号：US06609422B1

公开(公告)日：2003-08-26

申请号：US09457321

申请日：1999-12-08

Applicant: Robert C. Geschwender

Inventor： Robert C. Geschwender

IPC: G01W100

CPC classification number: G01W1/14

Abstract: A rain gauge includes a cylindrical rain holder having a float in the rain holder and a rainfall value indicator arranged so that as the float moves vertically in the rain holder a pointer moves circumferentially to indicate the amount of rainfall. A cover for the rain holder includes an opening that is less in area than the area of the surface of water in the rain holder, whereby the water level in the rain holder raises less than but in proportion to the rainfall. The pointer is on the float and the float is mounted to a vertical screw so as to rotate as it floats vertically, whereby the pointer points to lettering on the rain holder wall indicating the amount of rainfall. The pitch per inch of the screw is proportional to the ratio of the area of the surface of water in the rain holder to the area of the opening.

Abstract translation: 雨量计包括一个具有在雨水持有器中的浮子的圆柱形雨罩和一个降雨值指示器，其布置成使得当浮子在雨水持有器中垂直移动时，指针周向移动以指示降雨量。 雨棚的盖子包括一个开口，其面积小于雨水座中水面的面积，雨水座中的水位比降雨量小，但与雨量成比例。 指针在浮子上，浮子被安装到垂直螺丝上，以便在垂直方向浮动时旋转，由此指针指向雨棚壁上的刻字，表示降雨量。 螺杆每英寸的间距与雨保持器中的水面面积与开口面积的比例成正比。