公开(公告)号：US20100042356A1

公开(公告)日：2010-02-18

申请号：US12228877

申请日：2008-08-15

Applicant: Kevin Kjoller ,  Khoren Sahagian ,  Doug Gotthard ,  Anthony Kurtz ,  Craig Prater ,  Roshan Shetty ,  Michael Reading

Inventor： Kevin Kjoller ,  Khoren Sahagian ,  Doug Gotthard ,  Anthony Kurtz ,  Craig Prater ,  Roshan Shetty ,  Michael Reading

IPC: G01N25/02

CPC classification number: G01Q60/58 ,  G01Q30/04

Abstract: A system and method for automatic analysis of temperature transition data over an area of a sample surface. The system relies on the use of a microfabricated probe, which can be rapidly heated and cooled and has a sharp tip to provide high spatial resolution. The system also has fast x-y-z positioners, data collection, and algorithms that allow automatic analysis of and visualization of temperature transition data.

Abstract translation: 用于在样品表面的区域上自动分析温度转变数据的系统和方法。 该系统依赖于使用微加工探针，其可以被快速加热和冷却，并且具有尖锐的尖端以提供高的空间分辨率。 该系统还具有快速的x-y-z定位器，数据采集和算法，可以自动分析和可视化温度转换数据。

公开(公告)号：US20070254796A1

公开(公告)日：2007-11-01

申请号：US11412024

申请日：2006-04-26

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz ,  Alexander Ned

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz ,  Alexander Ned

IPC: C03C8/18 ,  C03C8/04

CPC classification number: C03C3/062 ,  C03C3/064 ,  C03C3/083 ,  C03C3/085 ,  C03C3/091 ,  C03C27/044 ,  G01L9/0042 ,  G01L9/0055 ,  G01L19/0069

Abstract: A method to prevent the catastrophic failure of electrical contacts of silicon piezoresistive transducers located on a silicon wafer at temperatures above 600° C. comprising the steps of using a lead-free glass frit to surround the contacts and bonding the sensor wafer to a glass wafer employing a lead-free glass and utilizing a modified electrostatic bonding technique to join the silicon wafer to the lead-free glass wafer to form a high temperature SOI device.

Abstract translation: 一种防止在高于600℃的温度下位于硅晶片上的硅压阻传感器的电触点的灾难性故障的方法，包括以下步骤：使用无铅玻璃料围绕触点并将传感器晶片接合到玻璃晶片 采用无铅玻璃并利用改进的静电接合技术将硅晶片连接到无铅玻璃晶片以形成高温SOI器件。

公开(公告)号：US20060288703A1

公开(公告)日：2006-12-28

申请号：US11023035

申请日：2004-12-23

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz ,  John Chivers ,  Alan Epstein

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz ,  John Chivers ,  Alan Epstein

IPC: F02C7/00

CPC classification number: F02C9/28 ,  F01D17/08 ,  F01D21/003 ,  F04D27/001 ,  F05D2260/80 ,  F05D2270/301 ,  F05D2300/50 ,  F23N5/16 ,  F23N2025/04 ,  F23N2041/20 ,  G01M15/14 ,  Y02T50/672

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for detecting aerodynamic instabilities in a jet turbine engine having a pressure transducer mounted in the engine. The pressure transducer, welded to a circuit in signal communication with a controller, is adapted to send measured pressure readings from air in a combustion chamber to the controller. The controller, located in spaced apart relation from the engine, is adapted by software to detect pressure patterns from the pressure signals generated by the transducer that are indicative of a stall or surge. A series of fuel and air valves located with compression and combustion chambers of the engine are in signal communication with the controller. The controller in response to detecting pressure signals indicating a stall or surge is operative to signals in the valves to change the air flow, air angle, fuel flow or speed to reduce the possibility of a stall or surge.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于检测具有安装在发动机中的压力传感器的喷气涡轮发动机中的空气动力学不稳定性的系统。 焊接到与控制器进行信号通信的电路的压力传感器适于将测量的压力读数从燃烧室中的空气发送到控制器。 与发动机间隔开的关系的控制器通过软件进行调节，以检测由换能器产生的指示失速或喘振的压力信号的压力模式。 位于发动机的压缩和燃烧室的一系列燃料和空气阀与控制器信号通信。 响应于检测到指示失速或喘振的压力信号，控制器可操作以在阀中发出信号以改变空气流量，气流角度，燃料流量或速度，以减少失速或喘振的可能性。

公开(公告)号：US20060150740A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-13

申请号：US11030858

申请日：2005-01-07

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz

IPC: G01L11/00

CPC classification number: G01L9/0016

Abstract: A resonating pressure transducer operable to measure an applied pressure by measuring changes in a resonant frequency is disclosed. The pressure transducer comprises a plurality of diaphragms formed in a wafer of semi-conducting material between two layers, wherein each of the diaphragms is divided into a plurality of electrically isolated sections; a cavity in one of the covering layers opposite a corresponding one of the diaphragms, a first via formed through a selected one of the layers enables application of a potential to selected ones of the diaphragm sections; and a second via formed through a selected one of the layers enables transmission of a measure from selected ones of the diaphragm sections.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种谐振压力传感器，其可操作以通过测量谐振频率的变化来测量施加的压力。 压力传感器包括形成在两层之间的半导体材料晶片中的多个隔膜，其中每个隔膜被分成多个电隔离部分; 与相应的一个膜片相对的一个覆盖层中的一个空腔，通过所选择的一个层形成的第一通孔使得能够对所选择的隔膜部分施加电位; 并且通过所选择的一个层形成的第二通孔使得能够从所选择的膜片部分中传输测量值。

公开(公告)号：US20060117860A1

公开(公告)日：2006-06-08

申请号：US11004327

申请日：2004-12-03

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz

IPC: G01L9/00

CPC classification number: G01L19/0092 ,  G01H11/08 ,  G01L9/0054 ,  G01L9/0055 ,  G01L19/02 ,  G01L19/04 ,  G01P15/123

Abstract: A pressure sensing device produces an output proportional to applied pressure irrespective of vibration/acceleration of the device, which device also provides an output proportional only to vibration/acceleration of the device irrespective of the pressure.

Abstract translation: 压力感测装置产生与施加的压力成比例的输出，而与装置的振动/加速度无关，该装置还提供与装置的振动/加速度成正比的输出，而与压力无关。

公开(公告)号：US20060060001A1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-23

申请号：US11009561

申请日：2004-12-10

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz ,  Tonghuo Shang ,  Louis DeRosa

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz ,  Tonghuo Shang ,  Louis DeRosa

IPC: G01F1/46

CPC classification number: G01F1/46

Abstract: A fluid flow probe including: first, second and third pressure sensors; a first port for communicating a first pressure to the first pressure sensor; a second port for communicating a second pressure to the second pressure sensor, the second port being substantially oppositely disposed with respect to the first port, a third pressure port suitable for communicating a static pressure to the third pressure sensor; first and second outputs electrically coupled to the first and second pressure sensors, respectively, one of the first and second outputs indicative of a total pressure and the other of the outputs indicative of a base pressure; and, a third output electrically coupled to the third pressure sensor and indicative of the static pressure.

Abstract translation: 一种流体流动探针，包括：第一，第二和第三压力传感器; 用于将第一压力传送到第一压力传感器的第一端口; 第二端口，用于将第二压力传递到第二压力传感器，第二端口相对于第一端口基本上相对设置;适于将静压连通到第三压力传感器的第三压力端口; 第一和第二输出分别电耦合到第一和第二压力传感器，第一和第二输出中的一个指示总压力，另一个输出指示基本压力; 以及电连接到第三压力传感器并指示静压力的第三输出。

公开(公告)号：US20050248434A1

公开(公告)日：2005-11-10

申请号：US11036877

申请日：2005-01-14

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz ,  Adam Kane

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz ,  Adam Kane

IPC: G01L7/08 ,  G01L9/00 ,  H01C10/10

CPC classification number: G01L19/0007 ,  B23K15/0053 ,  B23K26/28 ,  B23K33/00 ,  G01L7/082 ,  G01L19/0645

Abstract: A pressure transducer assembly including: a pressure sensor header; a transducer assembly member; and a joining arrangement disposed at an interface of the header and the transducer assembly member, for joining the header with the transducer assembly member, the joining arrangement including: a recessed female joining element formed in one of the header and the transducer assembly member; and a protruding male joining element formed on the other of the header and the transducer assembly member, the male joining element received in the female joining element.

Abstract translation: 一种压力传感器组件，包括：压力传感器头部; 换能器组件; 以及连接装置，其布置在所述集管和所述换能器组件构件的界面处，用于将所述集管与所述换能器组件构件接合，所述接合装置包括：形成在所述集管和所述换能器组件中的一个中的凹形阴连接元件; 以及形成在集管和换能器组件构件中的另一个上的突出的阳连接元件，阳接合元件容纳在阴连接元件中。

公开(公告)号：US20050072244A1

公开(公告)日：2005-04-07

申请号：US10677986

申请日：2003-10-02

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz ,  Wolf Landmann

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz ,  Wolf Landmann

IPC: G01L9/06 ,  G01L27/00

CPC classification number: G01L27/007

Abstract: An electronic switch of the type uses a piezoresistive Wheatstone bridge configuration to sense pressure. The output of the Wheatstone bridge is applied to an electronic control circuit which contains a comparator. The comparator monitors the output of the bridge and if the output voltage of the bridge exceeds a predetermined value, as indicated by the comparator, a switch is closed to illuminate a lamp indicating to the operator that the pressure has been exceeded. One terminal of a resistor is connected to an output of the bridge. The other terminal of the resistor is coupled to a switch which when operated, causes the resistor to be connected in parallel with one of the arms of the bridge, thereby producing an imbalance of the bridge. This imbalance, due to the shunting of the arm of the bridge by the resistor, causes the electronic control circuit to recognize an excessive pressure, whereby the electronics control circuit generates an output signal which causes the electronic switch to close, thereby illuminating the lamp.

Abstract translation: 该类型的电子开关使用压阻式惠斯通电桥配置来感测压力。 惠斯通电桥的输出应用于包含比较器的电子控制电路。 比较器监视桥的输出，并且如果比较器指示的桥的输出电压超过预定值，则关闭开关以点亮指示操作者已经超过压力的指示灯。 电阻器的一个端子连接到桥的输出端。 电阻器的另一个端子耦合到开关，当操作时，电阻器与桥的臂中的一个并联连接，从而产生桥的不平衡。 由于电阻器使桥的臂分流，这种不平衡导致电子控制电路识别过大的压力，由此电子控制电路产生使电子开关闭合的输出信号，从而照亮灯。

公开(公告)号：US20110205527A1

公开(公告)日：2011-08-25

申请号：US12927248

申请日：2010-11-09

Applicant: Craig Prater ,  Michael Lo ,  Doug Gotthard ,  Anthony Kurtz ,  Kevin Kjoller

Inventor： Craig Prater ,  Michael Lo ,  Doug Gotthard ,  Anthony Kurtz ,  Kevin Kjoller

IPC: G01N21/35

CPC classification number: G01N21/3563 ,  G01Q30/02

Abstract: Dynamic IR radiation power control, beam steering and focus adjustment for use in a nanoscale IR spectroscopy system based on an Atomic Force Microscope. During illumination with a beam from an IR source, an AFM probe tip interaction with a sample due to local IR sample absorption is monitored. The power of the illumination at the sample is dynamically decreased to minimize sample overheating in locations/wavelengths where absorption is high and increased in locations/wavelengths where absorption is low to maintain signal to noise. Beam alignment and focus optimization as a function of wavelength are automatically performed.

Abstract translation: 动态IR辐射功率控制，光束转向和聚焦调整，用于基于原子力显微镜的纳米级红外光谱系统。 在用来自IR源的光照射期间，监测由于局部IR样品吸收而导致AFM探针尖端与样品的相互作用。 动态地降低样品照度的功率，以使吸收率高的位置/波长处的样品过热度最小化，吸收低的位置/波长增加，以保持信噪比。 自动执行光束对准和聚焦优化作为波长的函数。

公开(公告)号：US20080034878A1

公开(公告)日：2008-02-14

申请号：US11973507

申请日：2007-10-09

Applicant: Anthony Kurtz ,  Scott Goodman

Inventor： Anthony Kurtz ,  Scott Goodman

IPC: G01L7/08 ,  F16L21/05

CPC classification number: G01L13/025 ,  G01L19/143

Abstract: A pressure header assembly has a closed front and back surface. The back surface has an aperture for accommodating a separate dual die pressure header. The dual die pressure header has an absolute and differential pressure sensor positioned thereon. A differential pressure port is located on a side surface of the pressure header assembly and is directed to a bore in the pressure header assembly. The bore contains an elongated tube which is positioned in the pressure header assembly and locked in place by means of a crush nut and locking nut assembly. One end of the tube is coupled to the differential pressure port, while the other end of the tube accommodates a differential pressure tube which is bent in an arcuate position and directed to the underside of the sensor of the differential sensor assembly mounted in the dual die pressure header. Suitable leads from the dual die pressure header assembly are directed to a terminal board which is mounted within a pressure transducer housing shell, which terminal board coacts with an outboard contact cap assembly forming the transducer. The pressure header assembly portion also contains extending tabs which have apertures for external mounting.

Abstract translation: 压头组件具有封闭的前表面和后表面。 后表面具有用于容纳单独的双模压头的孔。 双模压头具有位于其上的绝对压差传感器和差压传感器。 差压端口位于压力总成组件的侧表面上并且被引导到压力头组件中的孔。 该孔包含一个细长管，该细长管位于压力总成组件中，并通过一个挤压螺母和锁定螺母组件锁定在适当位置。 管的一端连接到差压端口，而管的另一端容纳差压管，该压差管弯曲成弓形位置并且引导到安装在双模中的差动传感器组件的传感器的下侧 压力头。 来自双模压力集管组件的合适引线被引导到端子板，该端子板安装在压力传感器壳体壳体内，该端子板与形成换能器的外侧接触盖组件共同作用。 压头组件部分还包含具有用于外部安装的孔的延伸突片。