MOBILE OCEAN EXPLORATION PLATFORM

    公开(公告)号:US20220400320A1

    公开(公告)日:2022-12-15

    申请号:US17347254

    申请日:2021-06-14

    Abstract: This invention is an apparatus that can be intermittently bottom moored and moved with buoyancy as it uses its sensors to collect data in deep ocean water. In one embodiment of the invention, the apparatus includes one or more floats, buoyancy engines, payload sensors, depth sensors and electronics. The electronics provide the power and, among other things, control the transmission of data from and the reception of information by the apparatus. An anchor is used to moor the apparatus at desired locations. When not moored, the apparatus drifts with the currents at the depth at which the apparatus is then positioned, with the movement being directed by current flow of the water. The movement of the apparatus is guided with knowledge of the currents and tides (it is not random).

    System and method of detecting and acting upon moving objects

    公开(公告)号:US10909692B2

    公开(公告)日:2021-02-02

    申请号:US16220172

    申请日:2018-12-14

    Abstract: Described is a system and method through which (a) information related to detected moving objects can be received, processed and confirmed, (b) such information can be evaluated—with the information from differing receiving, processing and confirming sources being aggregated and integrated, thereby increasing the overall efficiency and accuracy of the system and method, and with the elements of the system and the practice of the method resulting in the sharing of such information with such elements controlling various aspects of their own operation—to assess the possible impacts of the presence and/or operation of such detected moving objects within a specific environment, and as a result of such evaluation (c) actions can be initiated based upon (x) the identification of the detected moving object and (y) the possible impacts thereof within such specific environment.

    Reservior Filling System
    3.
    发明申请
    Reservior Filling System 审中-公开
    储水填充系统

    公开(公告)号:US20160242596A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-08-25

    申请号:US15054052

    申请日:2016-02-25

    CPC classification number: A47J31/46 A47J31/44

    Abstract: An apparatus for adapting the reservoir of a counter top beverage maker to a water line, comprises a mounting plate for engaging an outer wall of a reservoir, a connector extending from an inside wall of the reservoir, through the reservoir wall, and connecting to the mounting plate, a valve retained on the mounting plate, and a fluid passageway for communicating fluid from the outlet of the valve, through the connector, and into the reservoir. The valve includes an inlet, an outlet, and a fluid passageway allowing for the control of water into the reservoir.

    Abstract translation: 用于使柜台顶部饮料制造商的储存器适配到水管线的装置包括用于接合储存器的外壁的安装板,从储存器的内壁延伸通过储存器壁的连接器,并且连接到 安装板,保持在安装板上的阀,以及用于将流体从阀的​​出口通过连接器连通并进入储存器的流体通道。 阀包括入口,出口和允许将水控制到储存器中的流体通道。

    System, apparatus, program product, and related methods for providing boundary layer flow control
    4.
    发明授权
    System, apparatus, program product, and related methods for providing boundary layer flow control 有权
    提供边界层流量控制的系统,设备,程序产品及相关方法

    公开(公告)号:US08523115B2

    公开(公告)日:2013-09-03

    申请号:US13016691

    申请日:2011-01-28

    CPC classification number: B64C23/005 Y02T50/166

    Abstract: Systems, apparatus, and program product and methods for controlling boundary layer flow across an aerodynamic structure which can produce separate regions of flow structures at different strengths by means of dielectric-barrier-discharge (DBD) type plasmas, are provided. An example of such apparatus provides plasma regions that are capable of being individually controlled by voltage and/or frequency, and modulated for the purposes of flow control. The apparatus includes an electrode assembly fitted with electrodes on either side of a dielectric such that different electrode geometries and arrangements create isolated regions of plasmas which results in separate regions of flow structures. These regions may be further controlled and modulated by the use of electronic-switching to produce irregularly shaped flow structures and strengths including those having a primarily vertical component.

    Abstract translation: 提供了用于控制跨越空气动力学结构的边界层流动的系统,装置和程序产品和方法,其可以通过介电阻挡放电(DBD)型等离子体产生不同强度的流动结构的分离区域。 这种装置的一个实例提供能够被电压和/或频率单独控制的等离子体区域,并且为了流量控制的目的进行调制。 该装置包括在电介质的任一侧上装配有电极的电极组件,使得不同的电极几何形状和布置产生分离的等离子体区域,这导致流动结构的分离区域。 可以通过使用电子切换来进一步控制和调制这些区域,以产生不规则形状的流动结构和强度,包括具有主要垂直分量的流动结构和强度。

    End Cutting Vitrectomy Probe
    7.
    发明申请
    End Cutting Vitrectomy Probe 审中-公开
    端切割玻璃体切除术探针

    公开(公告)号:US20090157111A1

    公开(公告)日:2009-06-18

    申请号:US11956585

    申请日:2007-12-14

    Abstract: An end-cutting vitrectomy probe 100 is provided that includes a hollow sleeve 102 having an opening 108 at the sleeve's distal end, and a tapered annular surface 112 disposed in the interior of the sleeve's distal end. The probe further includes a cutting member 120 disposed within the sleeve 102, and having a circumferential cutting edge 122 at its end. The cutting member 120 is moveable within the sleeve 102, such that the circumferential cutting edge 122 frictionally engages the tapered annular surface 112, to thereby cut any vitreous tissue disposed therebetween. The probe 100 may further include a drive mechanism 130 for slidably displacing the cutting member 120 within the hollow sleeve 102 in a reciprocating manner, to oscillate the cutting member 120 between engagement and disengagement with the tapered annular surface 112. The probe 100 may further include a pneumatic device 140 configured to apply a vacuum to the sleeve for aspirating vitreous through the opening 108 to be cut

    Abstract translation: 提供端切割玻璃体切割探针100,其包括在套筒的远端具有开口108的中空套管102和设置在套筒远端内部的锥形环形表面112。 探针还包括设置在套筒102内的切割构件120,并且在其端部具有圆周切割边缘122。 切割构件120可在套筒102内移动,使得圆周切割边缘122摩擦地接合锥形环形表面112,从而切割设置在其间的任何玻璃体组织。 探针100还可以包括驱动机构130,用于以往复方式可滑动地移动中空套管102内的切割构件120,以使切割构件120在与锥形环形表面112接合和脱离之间振荡。探针100还可包括 气动装置140,被配置为向套筒施加真空以通过要切割的开口108抽吸玻璃体。

    CABLE-MOUNTED DISTRIBUTION ROBOT
    8.
    发明公开

    公开(公告)号:US20240032503A1

    公开(公告)日:2024-02-01

    申请号:US18220780

    申请日:2023-07-11

    CPC classification number: A01K5/0266 A01K5/0275 A01K61/85 A01K29/005

    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and a method for distributing materials in confined spaces, such as, for example, feeding animals in captivity. The system can be used to for example, animals through the operation of a cable mounted transport mechanism that carries storage container for food, a dispenser, and sensors that assist in the movement of the transport mechanism and the dispensing of food by the dispenser. Disclosed also is a method including the steps of (A) receiving, in a cable mounted transport mechanism, information regarding the timing for dispensing, (B) accessing information about the position(s) from which food should be dispensed, (C) sensing and monitoring the amount of food in the food storage container attached to the transport mechanism, (D) moving the cable mounted transport mechanism to the position(s) prescribed by the information accessed, and (E) dispensing food from the food storage container at the desired position(s) based upon the information regarding the timing for dispensing, the position(s) for dispensing and amount of food then in the food storage container.

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