公开(公告)号：WO2011081781A2

公开(公告)日：2011-07-07

申请号：PCT/US2010/059047

申请日：2010-12-06

Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY ,  BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  DAVENPORT, David, Michael

Inventor： BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  DAVENPORT, David, Michael

IPC: B61G7/14

CPC classification number: B61L15/0054 ,  B61G7/14 ,  B61J3/00

Abstract: An apparatus and method for indicating whether a coupler of a locomotive is in a coupled or uncoupled state is provided. The apparatus comprising: an optical sensor positioned on a portion of the coupler, wherein the sensor provides a real-time signal indicative of either a coupled or an uncoupled state of a coupler, wherein the signal is transmitted wirelessly by a transmitter in operable communication with the sensor. The method comprising: providing a signal indicative of the presence or proximity of a second coupler to the first coupler, the signal being provided by an optical sensor configured to provide the signal as the state of the coupler has changed; transmitting the signal wirelessly to a controller; processing the signal with a control algorithm resident upon the controller; and providing visually perceivable indication of the position of the coupler.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于指示机车的耦合器是处于耦合状态还是解耦状态的装置和方法。 该设备包括：位于耦合器的一部分上的光学传感器，其中该传感器提供指示耦合器的耦合状态或未耦合状态的实时信号，其中该信号由发射器无线地发射， 传感器。 该方法包括：提供指示第二耦合器到第一耦合器的存在或接近的信号，该信号由光学传感器提供，该光学传感器被配置为在耦合器的状态已改变时提供信号; 将信号无线传输到控制器; 用驻留在控制器上的控制算法处理信号; 并提供视觉上可感知的耦合器位置的指示。

公开(公告)号：WO2007075415A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-05

申请号：PCT/US2006/047915

申请日：2006-12-14

Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY ,  ANDERSON, Todd, Alan ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley, II

Inventor： ANDERSON, Todd, Alan ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley, II

IPC: B61L1/18 ,  B61L23/04

CPC classification number: B61L23/044 ,  B61L1/181

Abstract: A rail break or vehicle detection system includes a plurality of voltage sources, each coupled to one of the plurality of zones. A plurality of resistors are provided, each coupled in series with one of the plurality of voltage sources. A plurality of current sensors are provided, each coupled to one of the plurality of resistors and adapted to measure a first set of values and second set of values indicative of current flowing through the resistor. At least one control unit is adapted to receive input from the plurality of current sensors and to compare a difference between the second set of values and the first set of values to a predetermined threshold limit to detect presence of a rail vehicle on the block. The control unit is further adapted to switch a polarity of each voltage source.

Abstract translation: 轨道断路或车辆检测系统包括多个电压源，每个电压源耦合到多个区域之一。 提供多个电阻器，每个电阻器与多个电压源中的一个串联耦合。 提供多个电流传感器，每个电流传感器分别耦合到多个电阻器中的一个并且适于测量指示电流流过电阻器的电流的第一组值和第二组值。 至少一个控制单元适于接收来自多个电流传感器的输入，并且将第二组值与第一组值之间的差值比较到预定阈值极限，以检测轨道车辆在该块上的存在。 控制单元还适于切换每个电压源的极性。

公开(公告)号：WO2008060674A3

公开(公告)日：2008-07-24

申请号：PCT/US2007067907

申请日：2007-05-01

Applicant: GEN ELECTRIC ,  HERSHEY JOHN ERIK ,  STAUDINGER V PAUL ,  TOMLINSON HAROLD W ,  WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY ,  DAVENPORT DAVID MICHAEL ,  ASHE JEFFREY MICHAEL ,  FREY RICHARD LOUIS ,  HOCTOR RALPH THOMAS

Inventor： HERSHEY JOHN ERIK ,  STAUDINGER V PAUL ,  TOMLINSON HAROLD W ,  WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY ,  DAVENPORT DAVID MICHAEL ,  ASHE JEFFREY MICHAEL ,  FREY RICHARD LOUIS ,  HOCTOR RALPH THOMAS

IPC: H01Q3/26 ,  G01S13/56 ,  H01Q9/27 ,  H04B7/10

CPC classification number: G01S7/026 ,  G01S7/2813 ,  G01S13/04 ,  G01S13/56 ,  H01Q3/26 ,  H01Q9/27 ,  H01Q21/28 ,  H01Q21/29

Abstract: A radar system having a processor, a waveform generator, a plurality of antenna interfaces, a set of first antennas configured to transmit a waveform, and a set of second antennas configured to receive a reflected waveform is disclosed. The waveform generator and antenna interfaces are in control and signal communication with the processor, each of the first antennas are in signal communication with one of each antenna interface, and each of the second antennas are in signal communication with one of each antenna interface. The waveform generator is in control and signal communication with each antenna interface, and is configurable to generate a waveform conforming to at least two ISM bands. Each first antenna is configured to transmit a circularly polarized electromagnetic waveform, and each second antenna is configured to receive a reflected circularly polarized electromagnetic waveform complementary to the first antennas.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有处理器，波形发生器，多个天线接口，被配置为发送波形的一组第一天线和被配置为接收反射波形的一组第二天线的雷达系统。 波形发生器和天线接口与处理器进行控制和信号通信，每个第一天线与每个天线接口之一进行信号通信，并且每个第二天线与每个天线接口之一进行信号通信。 波形发生器与每个天线接口进行控制和信号通信，并且可配置为产生符合至少两个ISM频带的波形。 每个第一天线被配置为传输圆偏振的电磁波形，并且每个第二天线被配置为接收与第一天线互补的反射圆极化电磁波。

公开(公告)号：WO2007120237A3

公开(公告)日：2008-03-13

申请号：PCT/US2006047310

申请日：2006-12-11

Applicant: GEN ELECTRIC ,  WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY ,  BHOTIKA RAHUL ,  DAVENPORT DAVID MICHAEL ,  HERSHEY JOHN ERIK ,  MITCHELL ROBERT JAMES ,  ANDARAWIS EMAD ANDARAWIS

Inventor： WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY ,  BHOTIKA RAHUL ,  DAVENPORT DAVID MICHAEL ,  HERSHEY JOHN ERIK ,  MITCHELL ROBERT JAMES ,  ANDARAWIS EMAD ANDARAWIS

IPC: B61L17/02 ,  B61L5/02 ,  B61L5/10 ,  B61L5/12

CPC classification number: B61L5/107 ,  B61L5/02 ,  B61L5/125 ,  B61L17/023

Abstract: A wireless position sensing device is provided for monitoring railyard equipment status. The device comprises a gravity sensing mechanism for sensing an angular displacement with respect to a substantially vertical line, and for generating a displacement signal upon sensing a change in angular displacement exceeding approximately 40 degrees. A processing mechanism, operatively coupled to the gravity sensing mechanism, receives the displacement signal. A radio frequency transmitter, responsive to the processing mechanism, transmits a data signal indicative of the angular displacement. The processing mechanism is programmed to activate the radio frequency transmitter upon receipt of the displacement signal. The gravity sensing mechanism is affixed, attached, or mechanically coupled to railyard equipment comprising at least one of a manually operated rail switch or a safety indicator.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种无线位置检测装置，用于监视设备状态。 该装置包括重力感测机构，用于感测相对于基本上垂直的线的角位移，并且用于在感测到角位移的变化超过大约40度时产生位移信号。 可操作地耦合到重力感测机构的处理机构接收位移信号。 响应于处理机构的射频发射器发送指示角位移的数据信号。 处理机构被编程为在接收到位移信号时激活射频发射器。 重力感测机构被固定，附接或机械地联接到包括手动操作的轨道开关或安全指示器中的至少一个的railyard设备。

公开(公告)号：WO2007078704A3

公开(公告)日：2007-08-23

申请号：PCT/US2006047306

申请日：2006-12-11

Applicant: GEN ELECTRIC ,  WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY ,  BHOTIKA RAHUL ,  DAVENPORT DAVID MICHAEL ,  HERSHEY JOHN ERIK ,  MITCHELL ROBERT JAMES ,  ANDARAWIS EMAD ANDARAWIS

Inventor： WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY ,  BHOTIKA RAHUL ,  DAVENPORT DAVID MICHAEL ,  HERSHEY JOHN ERIK ,  MITCHELL ROBERT JAMES ,  ANDARAWIS EMAD ANDARAWIS

IPC: B61L25/02 ,  B61L17/00 ,  G01C11/34

CPC classification number: B61L17/00 ,  B61L25/025 ,  B61L2205/04

Abstract: A method for tracking assets within a rail yard, the method comprising: creating a track layout database for the rail yard, the track layout database providing a map of rail tracks and switches within the rail yard, wherein the track layout database includes machine readable data identifying discrete locations of the rail tracks and switches of the rail yard, each discrete location corresponding to a geographical position of a portion of a rail track or switch; associating rail yard processing steps with portions of the track layout database; receiving a geographical position signal corresponding to an asset within the rail yard; comparing the geographical position signal to the machine readable data of the track layout database in order to identify the location of the asset within the map; and presenting a graphical representation of the location of the asset on the map along with the yard process steps associated with the track section occupied by the asset, wherein the geographical position signal is received within a time period to allow the graphical presentation to be used in a management decision corresponding to the asset.

Abstract translation: 1。一种用于跟踪铁路车场内的资产的方法，所述方法包括：为所述铁路车场创建轨道布局数据库，所述轨道布局数据库提供所述铁路车场内的铁路轨道和交换机的地图，其中所述轨道布局数据库包括机器可读数据 识别铁路车场的轨道和开关的离散位置，每个离散位置对应于铁路轨道或开关的一部分的地理位置; 将铁路车场处理步骤与轨道布局数据库的部分相关联; 接收对应于铁路车场内的资产的地理位置信号; 将所述地理位置信号与所述轨道布局数据库的机器可读数据进行比较以便识别所述资产在所述地图内的位置; 以及在所述地图上呈现所述资产的位置的图形表示以及与由所述资产占用的所述轨道区段相关联的所述场地处理步骤，其中所述地理位置信号在一段时间内被接收以允许所述图形表示被用于 与资产相对应的管理决策。

公开(公告)号：WO2005039070A2

公开(公告)日：2005-04-28

申请号：PCT/US2004034039

申请日：2004-10-14

Applicant: GEN ELECTRIC ,  WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY II ,  MARMAN DOUGLAS H

Inventor： WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY II ,  MARMAN DOUGLAS H

IPC: H04B3/54

CPC classification number: H04B3/54 ,  H04B2203/5425

Abstract: There is provided a method of facilitating communication in an electrical power network having a complex impedance. The method includes modifying the complex impedance, and determining whether the modifying affected a quality of the communication.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种促进具有复阻抗的电力网络中的通信的方法。 该方法包括修改复阻抗，并确定修改是否影响通信的质量。

公开(公告)号：WO2008094298A3

公开(公告)日：2009-08-06

申请号：PCT/US2007073669

申请日：2007-07-17

Applicant: GEN ELECTRIC ,  HOCTOR RALPH THOMAS ,  ASHE JEFFREY MICHAEL ,  STAUDINGER VINCENT PAUL ,  WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY

Inventor： HOCTOR RALPH THOMAS ,  ASHE JEFFREY MICHAEL ,  STAUDINGER VINCENT PAUL ,  WELLES KENNETH BRAKELEY

IPC: G01S13/12

CPC classification number: G01S13/56 ,  G01S7/288 ,  G01S13/12

Abstract: A RADAR system including a set of RADAR apparatuses is disclosed. Each apparatus includes a processor, a pulse unit in signal communication with the processor, a waveform signal generator in signal communication with the pulse unit, and a set of radar antennas in signal communication with the waveform signal generator. The waveform signal generator is capable of generating a waveform signal in response to pulses provided by the pulse unit. The set of antennas is capable of transmitting a burst of microwave energy in response to each waveform signal and to receive a plurality of reflected bursts associated with the transmitted bursts. An acquisition unit is configured to develop and amplify a finite window integral associated with each reflected burst, the acquisition unit in signal communication with the set of antennas and a pre-processor configured to digitize and store information relating to each finite window integral for subsequent processing.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种包括一组雷达装置的雷达系统。 每个装置包括处理器，与处理器进行信号通信的脉冲单元，与脉冲单元信号通信的波形信号发生器，以及与波形信号发生器进行信号通信的一组雷达天线。 波形信号发生器能够响应由脉冲单元提供的脉冲而产生波形信号。 该组天线能够响应于每个波形信号发送微波能量脉冲并且接收与发射的脉冲串相关联的多个反射脉冲串。 获取单元被配置为开发和放大与每个反射的突发相关联的有限窗口积分，所述获取单元与所述天线组进行信号通信，以及预处理器，其被配置为数字化并存储与每个有限窗口积分相关的信息用于后续处理 。

公开(公告)号：WO2007120237A2

公开(公告)日：2007-10-25

申请号：PCT/US2006/047310

申请日：2006-12-11

Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley ,  BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  DAVENPORT, David, Michael ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  MITCHELL, Robert, James ,  ANDARAWIS, Emad, Andarawis

Inventor： WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley ,  BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  DAVENPORT, David, Michael ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  MITCHELL, Robert, James ,  ANDARAWIS, Emad, Andarawis

CPC classification number: B61L5/107 ,  B61L5/02 ,  B61L5/125 ,  B61L17/023

Abstract: A wireless position sensing device is provided for monitoring railyard equipment status. The device comprises a gravity sensing mechanism for sensing an angular displacement with respect to a substantially vertical line, and for generating a displacement signal upon sensing a change in angular displacement exceeding approximately 40 degrees. A processing mechanism, operatively coupled to the gravity sensing mechanism, receives the displacement signal. A radio frequency transmitter, responsive to the processing mechanism, transmits a data signal indicative of the angular displacement. The processing mechanism is programmed to activate the radio frequency transmitter upon receipt of the displacement signal. The gravity sensing mechanism is affixed, attached, or mechanically coupled to railyard equipment comprising at least one of a manually operated rail switch or a safety indicator.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种无线位置检测装置，用于监视设备状态。 该装置包括重力感测机构，用于感测相对于基本上垂直的线的角位移，并且用于在感测到角位移的变化超过大约40度时产生位移信号。 可操作地耦合到重力感测机构的处理机构接收位移信号。 响应于处理机构的射频发射器发送指示角位移的数据信号。 处理机构被编程为在接收到位移信号时激活射频发射器。 重力感测机构被固定，附接或机械地联接到包括手动操作的轨道开关或安全指示器中的至少一个的railyard设备。

公开(公告)号：WO2007078704A2

公开(公告)日：2007-07-12

申请号：PCT/US2006/047306

申请日：2006-12-11

Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley ,  BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  DAVENPORT, David, Michael ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  MITCHELL, Robert, James ,  ANDARAWIS, Emad, Andarawis

Inventor： WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley ,  BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  DAVENPORT, David, Michael ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  MITCHELL, Robert, James ,  ANDARAWIS, Emad, Andarawis

IPC: B61L25/02 ,  B61L17/00

CPC classification number: B61L17/00 ,  B61L25/025 ,  B61L2205/04

Abstract: A method for tracking assets within a rail yard, the method comprising: creating a track layout database for the rail yard, the track layout database providing a map of rail tracks and switches within the rail yard, wherein the track layout database includes machine readable data identifying discrete locations of the rail tracks and switches of the rail yard, each discrete location corresponding to a geographical position of a portion of a rail track or switch; associating rail yard processing steps with portions of the track layout database; receiving a geographical position signal corresponding to an asset within the rail yard; comparing the geographical position signal to the machine readable data of the track layout database in order to identify the location of the asset within the map; and presenting a graphical representation of the location of the asset on the map along with the yard process steps associated with the track section occupied by the asset, wherein the geographical position signal is received within a time period to allow the graphical presentation to be used in a management decision corresponding to the asset.

Abstract translation: 一种用于跟踪铁路场地内的资产的方法，所述方法包括：为铁路场地创建轨道布局数据库，轨道布局数据库提供轨道轨道和轨道内的交换机的映射，其中轨道布局数据库包括机器可读数据 识别轨道轨道和轨道切换器的离散位置，每个离散位置对应于轨道或开关的一部分的地理位置; 将铁路场地处理步骤与轨道布局数据库的部分相关联; 接收与铁路院内资产相对应的地理位置信号; 将地理位置信号与轨道布局数据库的机器可读数据进行比较，以便识别该地图内资产的位置; 以及在所述地图上呈现所述资产的位置的图形表示以及与所述资产所占据的所述轨道部分相关联的码数处理步骤，其中在一段时间段内接收所述地理位置信号，以允许将图形呈现用于 与资产相对应的管理决策。

公开(公告)号：WO2007076012A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-05

申请号：PCT/US2006/049023

申请日：2006-12-21

Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY ,  DAVENPORT, David, Michael ,  BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  MITCHELL, Robert, James ,  ANDARAWIS, Emad, Andarawis ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley

Inventor： DAVENPORT, David, Michael ,  BHOTIKA, Rahul ,  HERSHEY, John, Erik ,  MITCHELL, Robert, James ,  ANDARAWIS, Emad, Andarawis ,  WELLES, Kenneth, Brakeley

IPC: B61L17/00

CPC classification number: B61L17/00

Abstract: Methods and systems for monitoring trains in a railyard. These methods and systems detect an incoming train entering a geographic area defined by a railyard, store an entry time indicative of a time at which the incoming train entering the railyard was detected, detect the incoming train coming to a stop in a subyard of the railyard, store a stop time indicative of a time at which the incoming train came to a stop in the receiving subyard, calculate an incoming train latency time by subtracting the entry time from the stop time, and store the incoming train latency time as an incoming train latency time record.

Abstract translation: 监控火车的方法和系统。 这些方法和系统检测进入由railyard定义的地理区域的进入列车，存储指示进入雷达的进入列车的时间的进入时间，检测在railyard的一个子站内停下的进入列车 存储指示接收列车在接收子站内停止的时间的停止时间，通过从停止时间减去入口时间来计算传入列车延迟时间，并将传入列车等待时间作为传入列保存 延迟时间记录。