公开(公告)号：US09599524B2

公开(公告)日：2017-03-21

申请号：US14245709

申请日：2014-04-04

Applicant: University of Utah Research Foundation

Inventor： Rajesh Surapaneni ,  Carlos H. Mastrangelo

IPC: G01L5/10 ,  G01L1/14 ,  G01L25/00 ,  G01L5/16

CPC classification number: G01L1/146 ,  G01L5/165 ,  G01L25/00

Abstract: A flexible tactile imager includes an array of sensing cells that measure shear force and normal force. The sensing cells include a first sub-cell and a second sub-cell. Each sub-cell includes multi-fingered capacitors configured to measure shear force in a first or second direction and to measure the normal force. The multi-fingered capacitors include a flexible printed circuit board, a comb-like fingered sense electrode and drive electrode patterned on a layer of the flexible printed circuit board, a deformable dielectric material positioned above the comb-like fingered sense and drive electrodes, the comb-like fingered floating electrode patterned above the deformable dielectric material, a first capacitance formed between the comb-like fingered sense electrode and the comb-like fingered floating electrode, and a second capacitance formed between the comb-like fingered drive electrode and the comb-like fingered floating electrode.

公开(公告)号：US20170074743A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-16

申请号：US15140485

申请日：2016-04-28

Applicant: MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Inventor： Mitsuya BABA ,  Wakako ARIKI

IPC: G01L25/00 ,  F03D17/00 ,  G01B11/16

CPC classification number: G01L25/00 ,  F03D17/00 ,  F05B2270/17 ,  F05B2270/331 ,  F05B2270/332 ,  G01B11/165 ,  G01M5/00

Abstract: A method of calibrating a load measurement apparatus for measuring a load on a wind turbine blade on the basis of strain data based on strain of a wind turbine blade includes: a strain-data acquisition step of, during a startup of a wind turbine, obtaining a plurality of the strain data for each of a plurality of conditions among which at least one of an azimuth angle or a pitch angle of the wind turbine blade is different from one another; a theoretical load-value acquisition step of obtaining a theoretical load value applied to the wind turbine blade due to own weight of the wind turbine blade, for each of the plurality of conditions, on the basis of the azimuth angle and the pitch angle of the wind turbine blade in each of the plurality of conditions; and a calibration-parameter calculation step of calculating a calibration parameter representing a relationship between the strain data obtained by the load measurement apparatus and the load on the wind turbine blade, on the basis of a correlation between each of the strain data and the theoretical load value.

Abstract translation: 基于风力涡轮机叶片的应变的应变数据，校准用于测量风力涡轮机叶片上的负载的负载测量装置的方法包括：应变数据获取步骤，在风力涡轮机启动期间获得 多个条件中的每一个的多个应变数据，其中风力涡轮机叶片的方位角或俯仰角中的至少一个彼此不同; 理论载荷值获取步骤，根据风力涡轮机叶片的各自的重量，基于所述风力涡轮机叶片的方位角和俯仰角，获得施加到风力涡轮机叶片的理论载荷值 在多个条件中的每一个中的风力涡轮机叶片; 以及校准参数计算步骤，基于每个应变数据和理论负载之间的相关性来计算表示由负载测量装置获得的应变数据与风力涡轮机叶片上的负载之间的关系的校准参数 值。

公开(公告)号：US09557239B2

公开(公告)日：2017-01-31

申请号：US12960119

申请日：2010-12-03

Applicant: Jianfeng Chen ,  Xudong Yang ,  Brian L. Thigpen ,  Brooks A. Childers

Inventor： Jianfeng Chen ,  Xudong Yang ,  Brian L. Thigpen ,  Brooks A. Childers

IPC: G01L1/00 ,  G01L5/00 ,  G01L25/00 ,  G01L1/24 ,  E21B47/00 ,  G01D5/353 ,  G01B11/16 ,  E21B47/12

CPC classification number: G01L25/00 ,  E21B47/0006 ,  E21B47/123 ,  G01B11/165 ,  G01D5/35316 ,  G01L1/24 ,  G01L1/246 ,  G01L5/0047

Abstract: A method, apparatus and computer-readable medium for determining a strain component for a deformation mode of a member is disclosed. A plurality of measurements is obtained, wherein each of the plurality of measurements relates to a strain at a location of the member. A deformation mode is selected and an adjustable filter is applied to the plurality of strain measurements to determine the strain component for the selected deformation mode.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于确定构件的变形模式的应变分量的方法，装置和计算机可读介质。 获得多个测量值，其中多个测量值中的每一个与成员位置处的应变相关。 选择变形模式，并且将可调滤波器应用于多个应变测量以确定所选择的变形模式的应变分量。

公开(公告)号：US09500552B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-22

申请号：US14285172

申请日：2014-05-22

Applicant: MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC

Inventor： William R. Williams

IPC: G01L25/00 ,  G06F3/041

CPC classification number: G01L25/00 ,  G01L1/22 ,  G06F3/0414 ,  G06F3/0418 ,  G06F2203/04103

Abstract: A method and apparatus for calibrating a force sensing touch screen panel includes determining calibration factors for the position sensing layers of the touch screen panel, and applying those calibration factors to adjust nominal resistance values for resistance components of the position sensing layers when force is applied to the touch screen panel. The calibration factors result in a more accurate determination of the resistance of a force sensing layer which changes resistance as a function of force applied to the touch screen panel. The resistance of the force sensing layer can be used to determine the force applied based on a curve relating force to resistance.

Abstract translation: 用于校准力感测触摸屏面板的方法和装置包括确定触摸屏面板的位置检测层的校准因子，并且施加这些校准因子以调整施加力时位置感测层的电阻分量的标称电阻值 触摸屏面板。 校准因子导致更精确地确定力感测层的电阻，其根据施加到触摸屏面板的力而改变电阻。 力传感层的电阻可用于根据与电阻力相关的曲线确定施加的力。

公开(公告)号：US09453772B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-27

申请号：US14217337

申请日：2014-03-17

Applicant: MedHab, LLC

Inventor： Johnny Ross

IPC: H05K3/02 ,  H05K3/10 ,  G01L5/00 ,  G01L25/00 ,  A43B3/00 ,  A61B5/103 ,  A61B5/11 ,  A61B5/00

CPC classification number: G01L5/00 ,  A43B3/0005 ,  A61B5/1038 ,  A61B5/11 ,  A61B5/6807 ,  A61B5/6811 ,  A61B2562/0219 ,  A61B2562/0247 ,  A61B2562/12 ,  G01L25/00 ,  Y10T29/49128

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a sensor insole includes connecting wires of force sensors to a printed circuit board. The printed circuit board and the force sensors are positioned on a felt layer in a predetermined configuration, and placed in the mold. A urethane foam is then injected into the planar internal cavity of the mold to form a sensor sheet that includes a urethane layer, the felt layer, and the printed circuit board and the force sensors positioned therebetween.

Abstract translation: 一种制造传感器内底的方法包括将力传感器的连接线连接到印刷电路板。 印刷电路板和力传感器以预定构造定位在毡层上，并放置在模具中。 然后将聚氨酯泡沫注入到模具的平面内部空腔中以形成包括聚氨酯层，毡层和印刷电路板以及位于其间的力传感器的传感器片。

公开(公告)号：US20160252416A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-01

申请号：US15010102

申请日：2016-01-29

Applicant: Advanced Mechanical Technology, Inc.

Inventor： Albert C. Drueding ,  Gary M. Glass

IPC: G01L5/16 ,  G01L25/00

CPC classification number: G01L5/16 ,  A61B5/1036 ,  A61B5/1038 ,  A61B5/1116 ,  A61B5/112 ,  A61B5/4023 ,  A61B5/6887 ,  A61B5/7235 ,  A61B2560/0223 ,  A61B2562/0247 ,  G01G19/44 ,  G01G21/23 ,  G01L5/161 ,  G01L25/00

Abstract: A method of processing force signals from plural force platforms includes, in a computer, in an initialization process, receiving data distinguishing the plural platforms, monitoring force data signals from each of the plural platforms, and identifying each of the plural platforms to a force platform data process application by a sequence of received above-threshold force data signals. The method further includes, subsequent to the initialization process, processing subsequent force data signals according to the identification of each of the plural force platforms. The distinguishing data can include data retrieved from nonvolatile memory of each of the plural force platforms, such as a platform serial number, calibration data, and force platform capacity. A force platform system includes one or more force platforms and force platform signal conditioning circuitry connected to the one or more force platforms. The signal conditioning circuitry may include a separate signal conditioner connected to each force platform.

Abstract translation: 一种处理来自多个力平台的力信号的方法，在计算机中，在初始化处理中，接收区分多个平台的数据，从多个平台各监视力数据信号，并将多个平台中的每个平台识别为力平台 通过接收到的阈值以上力数据信号的序列进行数据处理应用。 该方法还包括在初始化过程之后，根据多个力平台中的每一个的识别来处理后续的力数据信号。 识别数据可以包括从多个力平台中的每一个的非易失性存储器检索的数据，诸如平台序列号，校准数据和力平台容量。 力平台系统包括连接到一个或多个力平台的一个或多个力平台和力平台信号调节电路。 信号调节电路可以包括连接到每个力平台的单独的信号调节器。

公开(公告)号：US09429489B2

公开(公告)日：2016-08-30

申请号：US14896850

申请日：2014-06-10

Applicant: DANIMAR LTD.

Inventor： Michael D. Goldstein

IPC: G01B11/24 ,  G01N21/95 ,  G01N21/84 ,  G01L5/10 ,  G01L25/00 ,  B62J99/00 ,  G01B11/06

CPC classification number: G01L5/105 ,  B62J99/00 ,  B62J2099/002 ,  G01B11/0691 ,  G01B11/24 ,  G01L3/247 ,  G01L25/00 ,  G01N21/84 ,  G01N21/95

Abstract: Provided is a system for measuring a chain parameter of a moving chain, wherein the chain has a repetitive structure such as a chain link or teeth in a cogged belt. The system includes at least one image sensor positioned and configured to receive light from the moving chain, and a processor functionally associated with the image sensor. The processor is configured to obtain, from a signal stream received from the image sensor, a chain parameter characterizing the chain while the chain moves. An Image Monitoring Unit (IMU) may be assembled proximal the chain of a bicycles or of a spin bike, and a Human Computer Interface (HCI) unit including a display and functionally associated with the IMU, allows a user to view measurement results of a chain parameter and to operate the system. Further provided is a method of measuring a chain parameter of a moving chain.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于测量移动链的链参数的系统，其中链条具有重叠结构，例如带链齿的齿链或齿。 该系统包括至少一个图像传感器，其定位和配置为接收来自移动链的光，以及与图像传感器功能相关联的处理器。 所述处理器被配置为从所述图像传感器接收的信号流获得在所述链条移动时表征所述链条的链参数。 图像监控单元（IMU）可以组装在自行车或自行车的链条附近，并且包括显示器和与IMU功能相关联的人机界面（HCI）单元允许用户查看测量结果 链参数和操作系统。 还提供了一种测量移动链的链参数的方法。

公开(公告)号：US09417170B2

公开(公告)日：2016-08-16

申请号：US13550344

申请日：2012-07-16

Applicant: Igor Sokolov ,  Maxim Evgenevich Dokukin

Inventor： Igor Sokolov ,  Maxim Evgenevich Dokukin

IPC: G01L25/00 ,  G01N3/32

CPC classification number: G01N3/32 ,  G01N2203/0094 ,  G01N2203/0218

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus and method including hardware and software, which allows collecting and analyzing of data to obtain information about mechanical properties of soft materials. This allows surface mapping of viscoelastic properties in a high-resolution and fast manner. It also allows finding the degree of nonlinearity of the material response of the sample during the measurements. The apparatus can be used as a stand-alone device, or an add-on to either the existing atomic force microscope or nanoindenter device.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种包括硬件和软件的装置和方法，其允许收集和分析数据以获得关于软材料的机械性质的信息。 这允许以高分辨率和快速方式的粘弹性质的表面映射。 它还允许在测量期间找到样品的材料响应的非线性度。 该装置可以用作独立装置，或者用于现有原子力显微镜或纳米压印装置的附加装置。

公开(公告)号：US20160223591A1

公开(公告)日：2016-08-04

申请号：US15010157

申请日：2016-01-29

Applicant: Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG

Inventor： Winfried GRAF ,  Friedrich HELMSEN ,  Detlev ERBEN ,  Helga COVIC ,  Tanja MUECK

IPC: G01R3/00 ,  G01L1/04 ,  G01L25/00

CPC classification number: G01R3/00 ,  G01G3/1414 ,  G01L1/04 ,  G01L1/2243 ,  G01L25/00

Abstract: A method for producing a force-measuring element (10) having at least one articulation point (20) which separates one region of the force-measuring element (10) into two connected subregions (11, 12) which can be deflected in relation to one another. The method includes: providing a force-measuring element blank (10), removing material from the force-measuring element blank (10) in order to produce the articulation point (20), checking whether the deflection behavior of the subregions (11, 12) which is produced by the articulation point corresponds to a predefined specification, defining a correction form (30) which can be produced through material removal and compensates for an ascertained deviation from the predefined specification, correcting the articulation point geometry using a laser and the previously defined correction form (30), through material removal at the articulation point.

Abstract translation: 一种用于产生力测量元件（10）的方法，所述力测量元件（10）具有至少一个铰接点（20），该铰接点将所述力测量元件（10）的一个区域分成两个相连的子区域（11,12） 另一个。 该方法包括：提供力测量元件坯件（10），从力测量元件坯件（10）移除材料以产生铰接点（20），检查子区域（11,12）的偏转行为 ）对应于预定义的规范，限定可通过材料去除产生的校正形式（30），并且补偿从预定义规格确定的偏差，使用激光校正关节点几何形状，以及先前 定义的校正形式（30），通过在关节点处的材料去除。

公开(公告)号：US20160216170A1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-28

申请号：US15003903

申请日：2016-01-22

Applicant: Aisin Seiki Kabushiki Kaisha

Inventor： Ryota NAKANISHI

IPC: G01L25/00 ,  B60N2/00 ,  G01L5/00

CPC classification number: B60N2/002 ,  G01G1/00 ,  G01G19/4142

Abstract: An occupant sensing device includes: an adjustment value holding portion which holds an adjustment value of a seat load detected by a load sensor; an occupant sensing portion which senses a sitting state of an occupant in a seat provided with the load sensor based on the seat load after adjustment by the adjustment value held by the adjustment value holding portion; an identification information holding portion which holds identification information which is essential for a normal load sensor as held identification information; an identification information obtaining portion which obtains the identification information which is essential for the load sensor provided in the seat as target identification information; and a collation judgment portion which collates the held identification information held by the identification information holding portion and the target identification information obtained by the identification information obtaining portion.

Abstract translation: 乘员感知装置包括：调节值保持部，保持由负载传感器检测到的座椅负载的调节值; 乘员感测部，其通过由所述调整值保持部所保持的调整值在调整后基于所述座椅负载来感测设置有所述负载传感器的座椅中的乘员的坐姿; 识别信息保持部，其将作为正常负载传感器所必需的识别信息保持为保持的识别信息; 识别信息获取部，其获取作为所述座椅的负载传感器必不可少的识别信息作为目标识别信息; 以及核对判定部，其对由所述识别信息保持部保持的所保持的识别信息与由所述识别信息获取部获得的所述目标识别信息进行核对。