公开(公告)号：US20110106328A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-05

申请号：US12640021

申请日：2009-12-17

Applicant: Zhi Zhou ,  Juan Manuel de Bedout ,  John Michael Kern ,  Emrah Biyik ,  Ramu Sharat Chandra

Inventor： Zhi Zhou ,  Juan Manuel de Bedout ,  John Michael Kern ,  Emrah Biyik ,  Ramu Sharat Chandra

IPC: G06F1/28

CPC classification number: G05B13/024 ,  Y02P80/11

Abstract: A system for optimizing customer utility usage in a utility network of customer sites, each having one or more utility devices, where customer site is communicated between each of the customer sites and an optimization server having software for optimizing customer utility usage over one or more networks, including private and public networks. A customer site model for each of the customer sites is generated based upon the customer site information, and the customer utility usage is optimized based upon the customer site information and the customer site model. The optimization server can be hosted by an external source or within the customer site. In addition, the optimization processing can be partitioned between the customer site and an external source.

Abstract translation: 一种用于优化客户站点的公用事业网络中的客户实用程序使用的系统，每个客户站点具有一个或多个实用设备，其中在每个客户站点之间传送客户站点，以及具有用于优化一个或多个网络上的客户实用程序使用的软件 ，包括私人和公共网络。 基于客户站点信息生成每个客户站点的客户站点模型，并且基于客户站点信息和客户站点模型优化客户实用程序使用。 优化服务器可以由外部源或客户站点托管。 此外，优化处理可以在客户站点和外部源之间进行分区。

公开(公告)号：US20110106327A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-05

申请号：US12640020

申请日：2009-12-17

Applicant: Zhi Zhou ,  Juan Manuel de Bedout ,  John Michael Kern ,  Emrah Biyik ,  Ramu Sharat Chandra

Inventor： Zhi Zhou ,  Juan Manuel de Bedout ,  John Michael Kern ,  Emrah Biyik ,  Ramu Sharat Chandra

IPC: G05B13/02 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G06F15/16

CPC classification number: G05B13/024 ,  Y02P80/11

Abstract: A method for optimizing customer utility usage in a utility network of customer sites, each having one or more utility devices, where customer site information is communicated between each of the customer sites and an optimization server having software for optimizing customer utility usage over one or more networks, including private and public networks. A customer site model for each of the customer sites is generated based upon the customer site information, and the customer utility usage is optimized based upon the customer site information and the customer site model. The optimization server can be hosted by an external source or within the customer site. In addition, the optimization processing can be partitioned between the customer site and an external source.

Abstract translation: 一种用于优化客户站点的公用事业网络中的客户实用程序使用的方法，每个客户站点具有一个或多个实用设备，其中在每个客户站点之间传送客户站点信息，以及具有用于优化一个或多个客户实用程序使用的软件的优化服务器 网络，包括私人和公共网络。 基于客户站点信息生成每个客户站点的客户站点模型，并且基于客户站点信息和客户站点模型优化客户实用程序使用。 优化服务器可以由外部源或客户站点托管。 此外，优化处理可以在客户站点和外部源之间进行分区。

公开(公告)号：US07930130B2

公开(公告)日：2011-04-19

申请号：US12166446

申请日：2008-07-02

Applicant: Charlotte Sakarovitch ,  Marielle Perrin ,  Laurent Zenouda

Inventor： Charlotte Sakarovitch ,  Marielle Perrin ,  Laurent Zenouda

IPC: G06F19/00 ,  G01R31/28

CPC classification number: G05B23/021 ,  G05B13/024 ,  G05B23/0256

Abstract: A system and method for reducing device test time are disclosed herein. A method for reducing device test time includes applying a linear program solver to select a first set of tests for testing a device from a second set of tests for testing the device. The first set of tests is selected to reduce the time required to test the device while allowing no more than a predetermined number of devices tested to pass the first set of tests and fail the second set of tests.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了一种用于减少设备测试时间的系统和方法。 一种用于减少设备测试时间的方法包括应用线性程序求解器来从用于测试设备的第二组测试中选择用于测试设备的第一组测试。 选择第一组测试以减少测试设备所需的时间，同时允许不超过预定数量的被测试的设备通过第一组测试，并且在第二组测试中失败。

公开(公告)号：US07917332B2

公开(公告)日：2011-03-29

申请号：US11938342

申请日：2007-11-12

Applicant: Antony Waldock ,  David Nicholson

Inventor： Antony Waldock ,  David Nicholson

IPC: G06F17/18

CPC classification number: G05B13/024 ,  Y10S706/906

Abstract: A system and method of controlling a sensor to sense one target from a plurality of targets includes predicting states of the targets. A set of probability distributions is generated. Each probability distribution in the set represents a setting or settings of at least one control parameter of the sensor. An expected information gain value for each control parameter in the set is calculated. The information gain value represents an expected quality of a measurement of one of the targets taken by the sensor if controlled according to the control parameter, based on the predicted state of the target. Updating the set of probability distributions takes place to identify the sensor control parameters that maximise the expected information gain value. The sensor is then controlled in accordance with the maximising control parameters.

Abstract translation: 控制传感器以从多个目标感测一个目标的系统和方法包括预测目标的状态。 生成一组概率分布。 集合中的每个概率分布表示传感器的至少一个控制参数的设置或设置。 计算集合中每个控制参数的预期信息增益值。 信息增益值表示基于目标的预测状态根据控制参数控制由传感器拍摄的目标之一的测量的期望质量。 进行概率分布的更新以识别使预期信息增益值最大化的传感器控制参数。 然后根据最大化的控制参数来控制传感器。

公开(公告)号：US07917233B2

公开(公告)日：2011-03-29

申请号：US12556036

申请日：2009-09-09

Applicant: Kenneth William Junk ,  Annette L. Latwesen

Inventor： Kenneth William Junk ,  Annette L. Latwesen

IPC: G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G05B19/0423 ,  G05B13/024 ,  G05B19/44 ,  G05B2219/41203 ,  G05B2219/41304 ,  G05D16/2013

Abstract: A lead-lag input filter is connected ahead of a positioner feedback loop having one or more valve accessories, such as a volume booster or a QEV, to overcome slow dynamics experienced by the accessories when receiving low amplitude change control or set point signals. A user interface is connected to the lead-lag input filter and enables an operator or other control personnel to view and change the operating characteristics of the lead-lag input filter to thereby provide the control loop with any of a number of desired response characteristics.

Abstract translation: 引导滞后输入滤波器连接在具有一个或多个阀附件（例如音量增强器或QEV）的定位器反馈回路之前，以克服附件在接收低幅度变化控制或设定点信号时经历的慢动力。 用户接口连接到超前滞后输入滤波器，使操作员或其他控制人员可以查看和改变超前滞后输入滤波器的工作特性，从而为控制回路提供多种所需响应特性中的任何一种。

公开(公告)号：US07856280B2

公开(公告)日：2010-12-21

申请号：US11497839

申请日：2006-08-02

Applicant: Jeffrey J. Grott ,  Jeffery J. Williams ,  Konrad Świrski ,  Tomasz Chomiak ,  Konrad Wojdan

Inventor： Jeffrey J. Grott ,  Jeffery J. Williams ,  Konrad Świrski ,  Tomasz Chomiak ,  Konrad Wojdan

IPC: G05B13/02 ,  G05B13/00

CPC classification number: G05B13/024 ,  G05B13/021 ,  G05B13/041 ,  G06N3/126 ,  Y02E40/76 ,  Y04S10/545

Abstract: An integrated optimization and control technique performs process control and optimization using stochastic optimization similar to that used in biological immune systems during on-line operation of a process, the technique collects and stores indications of process control states. During steady-state operation, the technique optimizes process operation by developing sets of process control inputs from stored process control states using an objective function that defines an optimality criterion. Moreover, after one or more disturbance inputs experiences a significant change, the technique responds by comparing the changed disturbance inputs to the disturbance inputs of at least some of the stored process control states to determine the stored process control states that are closest to the new process operating condition. The technique then develops a new set of control inputs based on the control inputs associated with the stored process control states determined to be closest to the new process operating condition.

Abstract translation: 集成优化和控制技术使用与过程在线操作期间的生物免疫系统中使用的随机优化类似的随机优化来执行过程控制和优化，该技术收集并存储过程控制状态的指示。 在稳态操作期间，该技术通过使用定义最优性准则的目标函数从存储的过程控制状态开发一组过程控制输入来优化过程操作。 此外，在一个或多个干扰输入经历了显着变化之后，该技术通过将改变的干扰输入与至少一些所存储的过程控制状态的干扰输入进行比较来确定最接近新过程的存储的过程控制状态来进行响应 操作条件。 然后，该技术基于与确定为最接近新的过程操作条件的所存储的过程控制状态相关联的控制输入开发新的一组控制输入。

公开(公告)号：US20100305719A1

公开(公告)日：2010-12-02

申请号：US12476517

申请日：2009-06-02

Applicant: Jaroslav Pekar ,  Greg Strewart ,  Dejan Kihas ,  Francesco Borrelli

Inventor： Jaroslav Pekar ,  Greg Strewart ,  Dejan Kihas ,  Francesco Borrelli

IPC: G05B13/04 ,  G05B13/02

CPC classification number: G05B13/048 ,  G05B13/024

Abstract: A method and system for combining a feedback control and a feedforward control in a linear MPC to minimize effect of model uncertainty. An externally computed feedforward signal, which is more accurate and reliable, can be utilized in association with the MPC. A steady state relation between system parameters can be determined in order to compute the feedforward signal for a set of actuators associated with a non-linear system. A feedback MPC controller can then be designed. A state observer can be configured as an unknown input observer to estimate the effect of the feedforward signal. A strategy for manipulating the constraints of the MPC feedback signal can be implemented. A resulting control action for the actuators can be provided as a sum of corresponding feedback and feedforward signal while ensuring the constraints satisfaction.

Abstract translation: 一种在线性MPC中组合反馈控制和前馈控制的方法和系统，以最小化模型不确定性的影响。 可以与MPC相关联地使用更准确和可靠的外部计算的前馈信号。 可以确定系统参数之间的稳态关系，以便计算与非线性系统相关联的一组致动器的前馈信号。 然后可以设计反馈MPC控制器。 状态观测器可以被配置为未知输入观测器来估计前馈信号的影响。 可以实现用于操纵MPC反馈信号的约束的策略。 可以在确保约束满足的同时，将致动器的所得到的控制动作提供为对应的反馈和前馈信号的总和。

公开(公告)号：US20100229652A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-16

申请号：US12376742

申请日：2007-07-26

Applicant: Ben Jeppesen ,  Paul Hayford

Inventor： Ben Jeppesen ,  Paul Hayford

IPC: G01N3/02

CPC classification number: G01N3/08 ,  G01N3/02 ,  G01N3/62 ,  G01N2203/0208 ,  G01N2203/0214 ,  G01N2203/0676 ,  G01N2203/0682 ,  G05B11/42 ,  G05B13/024

Abstract: In a method of operating a material testing machine for testing a specimen, the machine has an electrically controllable actuator arranged to apply a force to the specimen. The method includes inputting a single adjustable parameter value, calculating all necessary feedback control gains therefrom, and subsequently conducting a test of the specimen.

Abstract translation: 在操作用于测试样品的材料测试机的方法中，机器具有被布置为向样本施加力的电可控致动器。 该方法包括输入单个可调参数值，从其计算所有必要的反馈控制增益，并随后进行样本测试。

公开(公告)号：US07797062B2

公开(公告)日：2010-09-14

申请号：US10674966

申请日：2003-09-30

Applicant: Frederick M. Discenzo ,  Ramdas M. Pai ,  Gerald Peter Schaller ,  Michael Scott Roote ,  Richard James Novak ,  David Lee Jensen ,  John Crandall Ference ,  Bennet Ray Williams

Inventor： Frederick M. Discenzo ,  Ramdas M. Pai ,  Gerald Peter Schaller ,  Michael Scott Roote ,  Richard James Novak ,  David Lee Jensen ,  John Crandall Ference ,  Bennet Ray Williams

IPC: G05B13/02

CPC classification number: G05B23/0294 ,  G05B13/024 ,  G05B13/0265 ,  G05B2219/32015 ,  G05B2219/32017 ,  G06Q10/04 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  G06Q10/06375 ,  H04L67/12 ,  H04L69/40 ,  Y02P90/82

Abstract: The invention provides control systems and methodologies for controlling a process having one or more motorized pumps and associated motor drives, which provide for optimized process performance according to one or more performance criteria, such as efficiency, component life expectancy, safety, emissions, noise, vibration, operational cost, or the like. More particularly, the subject invention provides for employing machine diagnostic and/or prognostic information in connection with optimizing an overall business operation over a time horizon.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了用于控制具有一个或多个电动泵和相关联的电动机驱动器的过程的控制系统和方法，其根据一个或多个性能标准提供优化的过程性能，例如效率，部件寿命，安全性，排放，噪声， 振动，操作成本等。 更具体地，本发明提供了在时间范围内优化整体业务操作的机器诊断和/或预测信息。

公开(公告)号：US07756684B2

公开(公告)日：2010-07-13

申请号：US11744915

申请日：2007-05-07

Applicant: Chander P. Bhateja ,  Rajiv K. Bhateja ,  Anjali K. Bhateja

Inventor： Chander P. Bhateja ,  Rajiv K. Bhateja ,  Anjali K. Bhateja

IPC: H03F1/26

CPC classification number: B24B51/00 ,  G05B13/024 ,  G05B23/0235 ,  G07C3/005 ,  G07C3/146

Abstract: A flexible process optimizer for recording and analyzing various parameters to improve the efficiency of a production process. The flexible process optimizer acquires and conditions signals from a variety of transducers mounted on a production machine. Through qualitative and quantitative data analysis, specific aspects are of the production process which need improvement are identified. The qualitative evaluation looks at the presence, absence, or duration of certain features of the production cycle as revealed by the sensor data. The quantitative evaluation of data involves the computation of certain data attributes. By providing useful data acquisition and data analysis tools, necessary adjustments are made to the required parameters of the production process to provide improved efficiency. The results of the changes are immediately verifiable using the flexible process optimizer.

Abstract translation: 灵活的过程优化器，用于记录和分析各种参数，以提高生产过程的效率。 灵活的过程优化器从安装在生产机器上的各种换能器获取和调节信号。 通过定性和定量的数据分析，确定需要改进的生产过程的具体方面。 定性评估考察了传感器数据所揭示的生产周期某些特征的存在，不存在或持续时间。 数据的定量评估涉及某些数据属性的计算。 通过提供有用的数据采集和数据分析工具，必须对生产过程所需的参数进行调整，以提高效率。 可以使用灵活的过程优化器立即验证更改的结果。