公开(公告)号：US09018896B2

公开(公告)日：2015-04-28

申请号：US13149529

申请日：2011-05-31

Applicant: Christopher Fischbach ,  Timothy J. Knowlton

Inventor： Christopher Fischbach ,  Timothy J. Knowlton

IPC: H02J7/00 ,  H02J7/04

CPC classification number: H02J7/0052 ,  H02J2007/0001 ,  H02J2007/0062

Abstract: A method and system for detecting a charging current supplied to a portable device through a USB charger. The method includes the steps of connecting a charging circuit to a portable device, allowing the portable device to draw charging current from the charging circuit, measuring the current drawn from the charging circuit, comparing the measured current with a threshold value, making one or more system level decisions regarding charging of the portable device if the detected charging current is below the threshold current.

Abstract translation: 一种用于通过USB充电器检测提供给便携式设备的充电电流的方法和系统。 该方法包括以下步骤：将充电电路连接到便携式设备，允许便携式设备从充电电路抽取充电电流，测量从充电电路抽取的电流，将测量的电流与阈值进行比较，从而使一个或多个 如果检测到的充电电流低于阈值电流，则关于便携式设备的充电的系统级决定。

公开(公告)号：US09122813B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-01

申请号：US13413146

申请日：2012-03-06

Applicant: Miroslav Oljaca ,  Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Xiaoliang Xia

Inventor： Miroslav Oljaca ,  Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Xiaoliang Xia

IPC: G06F1/26 ,  G06F13/40

CPC classification number: G06F13/4081 ,  G06F1/26 ,  G06F2213/0042

Abstract: System and method for a USB host to determine whether or not a USB device provides power via a USB coupling between the USB host and the USB device. At a first time, it may be determined that the USB device is coupled to the USB host via a USB coupling and does not provide power. Power may be provided to the USB device via the USB coupling. At a second time it may be determined that the USB device does provide power via the USB coupling. Power may no longer be provided to the USB device via the USB coupling after it is determined that the USB device does provide power via the USB coupling. A battery of the USB host may be charged using power provided by the USB device via the USB coupling based on determining that the USB device does provide power via the USB coupling.

Abstract translation: USB主机的系统和方法，用于确定USB设备是否通过USB主机和USB设备之间的USB耦合提供电力。 在第一时间，可以确定USB设备通过USB耦合耦合到USB主机，并且不提供电力。 可以通过USB耦合将功率提供给USB设备。 第二次可以确定USB设备确实通过USB耦合提供电力。 在确定USB设备确实通过USB耦合提供电源之后，可能不再通过USB耦合器向USB设备提供电源。 基于确定USB设备确实通过USB耦合提供电力，USB主机的电池可以通过USB耦合器由USB设备提供的电力进行充电。

公开(公告)号：US20120294332A1

公开(公告)日：2012-11-22

申请号：US13109446

申请日：2011-05-17

Applicant: Morgan H. Monks ,  Kenneth W. Gay ,  Timothy J. Knowlton

Inventor： Morgan H. Monks ,  Kenneth W. Gay ,  Timothy J. Knowlton

IPC: G01K13/00

CPC classification number: G01K3/14 ,  H01M10/443

Abstract: Adjusting current based on temperature. A change in temperature of a connection between a first device and a second device may be measured. The change in temperature may be performed while the first device provides current to the second device over the connection. If the change in temperature is above a threshold, the current being provided from the first device to the second device may be reduced. The change in temperature may be performed by the first device and/or the second device, e.g., by measuring the temperature of a connector of the connection.

Abstract translation: 基于温度调节电流。 可以测量第一装置和第二装置之间的连接的温度变化。 可以在第一设备通过连接向第二设备提供电流时执行温度变化。 如果温度变化高于阈值，则可以减少从第一装置提供给第二装置的电流。 温度的变化可以由第一装置和/或第二装置执行，例如通过测量连接件的连接器的温度。

公开(公告)号：US08907633B2

公开(公告)日：2014-12-09

申请号：US13173287

申请日：2011-06-30

Applicant: Christopher Fischbach ,  Timothy J. Knowlton ,  James P. McFarland

Inventor： Christopher Fischbach ,  Timothy J. Knowlton ,  James P. McFarland

IPC: H02J7/00 ,  H02J7/04 ,  H02J7/16

CPC classification number: H02J7/0004 ,  H02J7/00 ,  H02J7/0073 ,  H02J7/0091 ,  H02J7/04 ,  H02J7/16 ,  H02J2007/0062

Abstract: An emulation system for charging any arbitrary portable device through a communication port on the portable device. The system includes a receptacle port for communicating with the portable device and a profile database for storing multiple charging profiles. Each charging profile including a set of parameters and at least one exit condition. Further, an emulation module applies a first charging profile to the portable device and monitors the set of parameters associated with the charging profile to identify an associated exit condition. Upon a determination that the exit condition for the first charging profile is met, the emulation module applies a next charging profile to the portable device.

Abstract translation: 一种用于通过便携式设备上的通信端口对任意任意便携式设备进行充电的仿真系统。 该系统包括用于与便携式设备通信的插座端口和用于存储多个充电简档的简档数据库。 每个充电简档包括一组参数和至少一个退出条件。 此外，仿真模块将第一充电简档应用于便携式设备并且监视与充电简档相关联的一组参数以识别相关联的退出条件。 当确定满足第一充电曲线的退出条件时，仿真模块向便携式设备应用下一个充电曲线。

公开(公告)号：US20130227307A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-29

申请号：US13407153

申请日：2012-02-28

Applicant: Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Miroslav Oljaca

Inventor： Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Miroslav Oljaca

IPC: G06F1/26

CPC classification number: G06F1/266 ,  G06F1/263

Abstract: A port power switch (PPS) may be used for lead compensation in systems where power is provided to a connected device by a switch-mode power supply (SMPS). The PPS may be designed to co-operate with the SMPS, providing a mechanism for the feedback reference point of the SMPS to be automatically switched, in the event of system fault or some other condition that might result in the PPS entering an “OFF’ operating mode, from the application point of load (POL) to the voltage input pin of the PPS without loss of power path continuity. The switching mechanism and the PPS may be manufactured to reside on the same integrated circuit. The PPS may include a control block that generates a control signal to couple the feedback port of the SMPS to the POL under normal operation, and to the voltage input port of the PPS during a fault condition.

Abstract translation: 在通过开关电源（SMPS）向连接的设备供电的系统中，端口电源开关（PPS）可用于引线补偿。 PPS可以被设计为与SMPS协作，在系统故障或可能导致PPS进入“OFF”（关））的情况下，提供用于SMPS的反馈参考点自动切换的机制， 操作模式，从负载（POL）的应用点到PPS的电压输入引脚，而不损失电源通路连续性，开关机构和PPS可以制造在同一个集成电路上，PPS可以包括一个控制 块，其在正常操作下产生控制信号以将SMPS的反馈端口连接到POL，并且在故障状态期间产生到PPS的电压输入端口。

公开(公告)号：US08994321B2

公开(公告)日：2015-03-31

申请号：US13157282

申请日：2011-06-09

Applicant: Timothy J. Knowlton

Inventor： Timothy J. Knowlton

IPC: H02J7/00

CPC classification number: H02J7/007 ,  H02J7/0083 ,  H02J2007/0037

Abstract: A charging method and system for rationing charge or energy supplied by a host to a portable device. The system includes a power switch connected to a current sensing module that detects instantaneous current drawn by the portable device. A current register connected to the current sensing module stores the instantaneous current value. A timing module generates timing information. A cumulative charge value obtained by multiplying the instantaneous current value with the timing information is stored in a charge register. Further, a cumulative energy value may be obtained by multiplying the cumulative charge value with a detected voltage value. A threshold database stores a threshold value, and a rationing module connected to the host and the charge register continuously compares the cumulative charge value and/or the cumulative energy value with the threshold charge value. A control signal is generated when the threshold charge value is exceeded.

Abstract translation: 用于将主机供给便携式设备的充电或能量的配给的充电方法和系统。 该系统包括连接到电流感测模块的电源开关，其检测由便携式设备吸取的瞬时电流。 连接到电流感测模块的电流寄存器存储瞬时电流值。 定时模块产生定时信息。 通过将瞬时电流值与定时信息相乘而获得的累积电荷值被存储在电荷寄存器中。 此外，可以通过将累积电荷值与检测到的电压值相乘来获得累积能量值。 阈值数据库存储阈值，连接到主机和充电寄存器的配给模块连续地将累积电荷值和/或累积能量值与阈值电荷值进行比较。 当超过阈值电荷值时，产生控制信号。

公开(公告)号：US08740456B2

公开(公告)日：2014-06-03

申请号：US13109446

申请日：2011-05-17

Applicant: Morgan H. Monks ,  Kenneth W. Gay ,  Timothy J. Knowlton

Inventor： Morgan H. Monks ,  Kenneth W. Gay ,  Timothy J. Knowlton

IPC: G01K1/00 ,  G01K7/00

CPC classification number: G01K3/14 ,  H01M10/443

Abstract: Adjusting current based on temperature. A change in temperature of a connection between a first device and a second device may be measured. The change in temperature may be performed while the first device provides current to the second device over the connection. If the change in temperature is above a threshold, the current being provided from the first device to the second device may be reduced. The change in temperature may be performed by the first device and/or the second device, e.g., by measuring the temperature of a connector of the connection.

Abstract translation: 基于温度调节电流。 可以测量第一装置和第二装置之间的连接的温度变化。 可以在第一设备通过连接向第二设备提供电流时执行温度变化。 如果温度变化高于阈值，则可以减少从第一装置提供给第二装置的电流。 温度的变化可以由第一装置和/或第二装置执行，例如通过测量连接件的连接器的温度。

公开(公告)号：US20130069600A1

公开(公告)日：2013-03-21

申请号：US13233949

申请日：2011-09-15

Applicant: Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Christopher Fischbach

Inventor： Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Christopher Fischbach

IPC: H02J7/00

CPC classification number: H02J7/0029 ,  H02J7/008 ,  H02J2007/0062

Abstract: A method and system for optimizing the behavior of a charger connected to a portable device when the portable device current exceeds the charger current limit. The system includes a configuration module configured to set a maximum current limit and a register-based current limit values. The system further includes a port power switch configured to limit the portable device current, in the event that the portable device current exceeds the maximum current limit value. The port power switch is configures to modify the portable device current to a predetermined constant current value or reset the current to zero based on the relation between the maximum current limit and the register-based current limit value.

Abstract translation: 一种当便携式设备电流超过充电器电流限制时优化连接到便携式设备的充电器的行为的方法和系统。 该系统包括配置模块，配置为设置最大电流限制和基于寄存器的电流限制值。 该系统还包括配置成在便携式设备电流超过最大电流限制值的情况下限制便携式设备电流的端口电源开关。 端口电源开关被配置为基于最大电流限制和基于寄存器的电流限制值之间的关系将便携式设备电流修改为预定的恒定电流值或将电流重置为零。

公开(公告)号：US20120313571A1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-13

申请号：US13157282

申请日：2011-06-09

Applicant: Timothy J. Knowlton

Inventor： Timothy J. Knowlton

IPC: H02J7/00

CPC classification number: H02J7/007 ,  H02J7/0083 ,  H02J2007/0037

Abstract: A charging method and system for rationing charge or energy supplied by a host to a portable device. The system includes a power switch, and a current sensing module connected to the power switch. The current sensing module detects instantaneous current drawn by the portable device. The system further includes a current register connected to the current sensing module for storing the instantaneous current value. A timing module generates timing information. The system also includes a charge register storing a cumulative charge drawn by the portable device. The cumulative charge is obtained by multiplying the instantaneous current value with the timing information. A threshold database stores a threshold value, and a rationing module connected to the host and the charge register continuously compares the cumulative charge value with the threshold charge value. When the cumulative charge value exceeds the threshold charge value, a control signal is generated.

Abstract translation: 用于将主机供给便携式设备的充电或能量的配给的充电方法和系统。 该系统包括电源开关和连接到电源开关的电流感测模块。 电流感测模块检测由便携式设备吸取的瞬时电流。 该系统还包括连接到电流感测模块的电流寄存器，用于存储瞬时电流值。 定时模块产生定时信息。 该系统还包括存储由便携式设备绘制的累积电荷的电荷寄存器。 通过将瞬时电流值与定时信息相乘来获得累积电荷。 阈值数据库存储阈值，连接到主机和充电寄存器的配给模块连续地将累积电荷值与阈值电荷值进行比较。 当累积电荷值超过阈值电荷值时，产生控制信号。

公开(公告)号：US07139651B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-21

申请号：US10795198

申请日：2004-03-05

Applicant: Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Kenneth W. Gay

Inventor： Timothy J. Knowlton ,  Kenneth W. Gay

IPC: G06F19/00

CPC classification number: E21C47/00 ,  E02F9/2037 ,  E02F9/2045 ,  G01S19/426 ,  G01S19/47 ,  G01S19/50 ,  G01S19/53

Abstract: A three-dimensional and a two-dimensional GPS unit periodically provide coordinate positions of points on the work machine and are combined with a Kalman filter to produce a point of reference on a work machine. The point of reference is improved by combining the position with an inertial position derived from accelerometer data in another Kalman filter. Additionally, the two-dimensional GPS unit provides a heading that is combined with an inertial orientation derived by the angular rate from a gyroscope in another Kalman filter to produce a precise orientation estimate. Inclinometers provide pitch and roll of the work machine. With the point of reference, orientation estimate, pitch, roll and known geometry of the work machine, the GPS unit calculates the location and orientation of machine components and continuously tracks its movement throughout the mine. Additionally, the accelerometers and gyroscope provide position and orientation when the GPS units are inoperable.

Abstract translation: 三维和二维GPS单元周期性地提供工作机器上的点的坐标位置，并与卡尔曼滤波器组合以在作业机器上产生参考点。 通过将位置与由另一卡尔曼滤波器中的加速度计数据导出的惯性位置组合来改善参考点。 另外，二维GPS单元提供了一个航向，它与由另一个卡尔曼滤波器中的陀螺仪的角速度导出的惯性方向组合，以产生精确的方向估计。 倾角仪提供作业机器的俯仰和滚动。 通过参考点，工作机器的方位估计，俯仰，滚动和已知几何，GPS单元计算机器部件的位置和方向，并连续跟踪其在整个矿山中的运动。 此外，当GPS装置不可操作时，加速度计和陀螺仪提供位置和方位。