公开(公告)号：US20240295485A1

公开(公告)日：2024-09-05

申请号：US18569831

申请日：2022-06-14

Applicant: LUXEMBOURG INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (LIST)

Inventor： Jérôme POLESEL ,  Olivier BOUTON

IPC: G01N15/1429 ,  G01N15/00 ,  G01N15/1434 ,  G01N21/05 ,  G01N21/63 ,  G01N21/64 ,  G01N33/18

CPC classification number: G01N15/1429 ,  G01N15/00 ,  G01N15/1434 ,  G01N33/1826 ,  G01N33/1886 ,  G01N2015/0053 ,  G01N21/05 ,  G01N2021/052 ,  G01N2021/635 ,  G01N21/643 ,  G01N21/6486 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/062

Abstract: A detection module of an autonomous detection system for in situ monitoring floating polymer particles and phytoplankton in sea water. The detection module is combined with a floating body, and a communication module with an antenna, and is configured for detecting polymer particles and phytoplankton such as algae. The detection module comprises: a detection area for a water sample, notably a salty water flow with polymer particles and/or phytoplankton; ultraviolet light emitting means configured for emitting ultraviolet light in the detection area, light sensing means configured for sensing light from the detection area in order to detect polymer particles and/or phytoplankton such as cyanobacteria; an energy generating module configured for powering said detection module. The UV emitting means comprise a low power consumption UV LED. A detection process, and a use of an UV light source for removing a biolayer in the detection area.

公开(公告)号：US09719978B2

公开(公告)日：2017-08-01

申请号：US15214608

申请日：2016-07-20

Applicant: Timothy J. Nedwed ,  Changyong Zhang ,  David A. Palandro

Inventor： Timothy J. Nedwed ,  Changyong Zhang ,  David A. Palandro

IPC: G01N33/28 ,  G01N21/59 ,  G01N21/31

CPC classification number: G01N33/2823 ,  G01N21/31 ,  G01N21/59 ,  G01N21/94 ,  G01N29/032 ,  G01N2021/0118 ,  G01N2201/0212 ,  G01N2201/0214 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/0693 ,  G01N2201/0696 ,  G01N2291/0226 ,  G01N2291/048 ,  G01N2291/102 ,  G01V8/02

Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting oil proximate to a body of ice is disclosed herein. An example system includes an energy emitter disposed proximate to a first surface of a body of ice. An energy detector is disposed proximate to a second surface of the body of ice. The energy detector is used to map a distribution of oil proximate to the body of ice based, at least in part, on differences in energy transmitted through the body of ice.

公开(公告)号：US20170212055A1

公开(公告)日：2017-07-27

申请号：US15412475

申请日：2017-01-23

Applicant: Osmo Systems, Inc.

Inventor： Zachary Stein ,  James Regulinski ,  Paul Holowko

IPC: G01N21/77 ,  G01N21/85

CPC classification number: G01N21/77 ,  G01N21/274 ,  G01N21/8507 ,  G01N2021/755 ,  G01N2021/7763 ,  G01N2021/7793 ,  G01N2201/0218

Abstract: The disclosure describes various embodiments that utilize optical sensor to characterize attributes of a liquid. Some sensor configuration continue to function properly even after scaling begins to reduce the visibility of photochemical sensors that measure the attributes of the liquid. This allows significantly longer continuous operating periods and lower maintenance costs.

公开(公告)号：US09500583B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-22

申请号：US13104388

申请日：2011-05-10

Applicant: Li Jiang ,  Terizhandur S. Ramakrishnan ,  Timothy G. J. Jones ,  Roy Koveleski ,  Albert Perez, Jr. ,  Robert Kevin O'Leary

Inventor： Li Jiang ,  Terizhandur S. Ramakrishnan ,  Timothy G. J. Jones ,  Roy Koveleski ,  Albert Perez, Jr. ,  Robert Kevin O'Leary

IPC: G01V5/04 ,  G01N21/552 ,  G01N21/3504

CPC classification number: G01N21/552 ,  G01N21/3504 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/022

Abstract: A sensing apparatus (and corresponding method) for monitoring carbon dioxide dissolved in a liquid solution employs a crystal surrounded in part by a sample chamber such that, in use, the liquid solution is in direct contact with the crystal.

Abstract translation: 用于监测溶解在液体溶液中的二氧化碳的感测装置（和相应的方法）采用部分由样品室包围的晶体，使得在使用中，液体溶液与晶体直接接触。

公开(公告)号：US08881580B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-11

申请号：US13392098

申请日：2010-07-28

Applicant: Ulrich Lundgreen ,  Aria Farjam

Inventor： Ulrich Lundgreen ,  Aria Farjam

IPC: G01N33/00 ,  G01N21/11 ,  F04B43/12 ,  B01L3/00 ,  G01N35/10 ,  G01N21/85 ,  F04B43/08 ,  G01N21/84 ,  G01N21/03 ,  G01N33/18 ,  G01N21/78 ,  G01N21/05 ,  G01N1/40

CPC classification number: G01N21/8507 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/50273 ,  B01L2200/10 ,  B01L2300/0627 ,  B01L2400/0481 ,  F04B43/082 ,  F04B43/12 ,  G01N21/05 ,  G01N21/11 ,  G01N21/78 ,  G01N33/18 ,  G01N35/1095 ,  G01N2001/4016 ,  G01N2021/0321 ,  G01N2021/0325 ,  G01N2021/0346 ,  G01N2021/054 ,  G01N2021/8411 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/024

Abstract: A process analysis unit includes a base module and an exchangeable cartridge module. The base module comprises at least one independent pump drive, and an analyte sensor without a fluidic measuring section. The cartridge module comprises a liquid reservoir tank, a sample taking device, at least one drive-less pump mechanism configured as a peristaltic membrane pump, a fluidic measuring section for the analyte sensor, and a plastic material plate with groove-like microfluidic channels configured to connect the liquid reservoir tank, the at least one drive-less pump mechanism, and a measuring section. The drive-less pump mechanism is driven pneumatically and pumps a liquid from the liquid reservoir tank. When the cartridge module is connected to the base module, the at least one drive-less pump mechanism is connected to and is driven by the at least one independent pump drive, and the fluidic measuring section is connected to the analyte sensor.

Abstract translation: 过程分析单元包括基本模块和可更换盒式模块。 基本模块包括至少一个独立的泵驱动器和不具有流体测量部分的分析物传感器。 盒式模块包括液体储存罐，取样装置，配置为蠕动膜泵的至少一个无驱动泵机构，用于分析物传感器的流体测量部分，以及配置有凹槽状微流体通道的塑料材料板 连接储液箱，至少一个无驱动泵机构和测量部。 无驱动泵机构被气动地驱动，并从液体储存罐泵送液体。 当墨盒模块连接到基座模块时，至少一个无驱动泵机构连接到并由至少一个独立泵驱动器驱动，并且流体测量部分连接到分析物传感器。

公开(公告)号：US20140063223A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-06

申请号：US13934762

申请日：2013-07-03

Applicant: GEIR JOHNSEN

Inventor： GEIR JOHNSEN

IPC: G01N21/25

CPC classification number: G01N21/255 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0289 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/06 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01J3/2823 ,  G01J3/42 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G02B21/33

Abstract: An apparatus for placement on or in a body of water for hyperspectral imaging of material in the water comprises an artificial light source and a hyperspectral imager. These are arranged so that in use light exits the apparatus beneath the surface of the water and is reflected by said material before re-entering the apparatus beneath the surface of the water and entering the hyperspectral imager. The hyperspectral imager is adapted to produce hyperspectral image data having at least two spatial dimensions.

Abstract translation: 用于放置在水中或在水中的装置用于水中材料的高光谱成像包括人造光源和高光谱成像器。 这些布置使得在使用中，光从水表面下方离开设备，并且在重新进入设备在水面下方并进入高光谱成像器之前被所述材料反射。 高光谱成像器适于产生具有至少两个空间维度的高光谱图像数据。

公开(公告)号：US08654319B2

公开(公告)日：2014-02-18

申请号：US13142284

申请日：2010-01-25

Applicant: Govind Rao ,  Hung Lam ,  Yordan Kostov ,  Leah Tolosa ,  Xudong Ge

Inventor： Govind Rao ,  Hung Lam ,  Yordan Kostov ,  Leah Tolosa ,  Xudong Ge

IPC: G01N1/00

CPC classification number: G01N33/5308 ,  G01N21/05 ,  G01N21/15 ,  G01N21/532 ,  G01N21/645 ,  G01N21/6486 ,  G01N21/82 ,  G01N21/8507 ,  G01N2021/635 ,  G01N2021/6432 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/0627

Abstract: A low cost sensing system that can measure both chlorophyll concentration and turbidity is provided. The system is an optical system that utilizes at least three light sensors for measuring side-scattered and forward scattered light, as well as fluorescence. The system is able to take optical density measurements, steady state fluorescence measurements and maximum fluorescence measurements, and can be configured for wireless control and data transmission. The system may also be housed in one or more fluidtight housings so as to make it submersible.

Abstract translation: 提供了可以测量叶绿素浓度和浊度的低成本感测系统。 该系统是利用至少三个光传感器来测量侧向散射和向前散射光以及荧光的光学系统。 该系统能够进行光密度测量，稳态荧光测量和最大荧光测量，并可配置为无线控制和数据传输。 该系统还可以容纳在一个或多个流体密封的壳体中，以使其潜水。

公开(公告)号：US08617484B1

公开(公告)日：2013-12-31

申请号：US12749850

申请日：2010-03-30

Applicant: Kimberly Leung ,  Charles Ringer

Inventor： Kimberly Leung ,  Charles Ringer

IPC: A61L2/00 ,  G07F11/00

CPC classification number: C02F1/687 ,  C02F1/008 ,  C02F1/766 ,  G01N21/15 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/0227

Abstract: Sensors, such as optical sensors and other sensors used in an aqueous environment are protected from biological contamination by applying a biocide behind a shutter. The shutter is capable of covering a subject portion of the sensor or surrounding mounting surface adjacent the sensor in at least a semi-sealing manner. A well or reservoir forms a chamber in the shutter that is capable of holding a biocide having a limited water solubility and a low environmental toxicity in the aqueous environment, for example, anhydrous iodine crystals. The reservoir is in communication with the portion of the sensor while positioned against the portion of the sensor or surrounding mounting surface adjacent the sensor.

Abstract translation: 在水性环境中使用的传感器，例如光学传感器和其它传感器通过在快门后施用杀生物剂来保护免受生物污染。 挡板能够以至少半密封的方式覆盖邻近传感器的传感器或周围安装表面的主体部分。 井或储层在闸门中形成能够在水性环境例如无水碘晶体中保持具有有限水溶性和低环境毒性的杀生物剂的室。 储存器与传感器的部分连通，同时抵靠传感器的一部分或与传感器相邻的周围的安装表面。

公开(公告)号：US08342323B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-01

申请号：US12648698

申请日：2009-12-29

Applicant: Yen-Shih Shen ,  Shiarng-Bin Your ,  Ta-Chuan Weng

Inventor： Yen-Shih Shen ,  Shiarng-Bin Your ,  Ta-Chuan Weng

IPC: B65D85/38

CPC classification number: G01N21/01 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  G01N2201/0221

Abstract: A waterproof housing structure for portable optical analyzer mainly comprises a hard upper casing, a lower casing and a fastening element. The hard upper casing contains an outer rim and an inner rim. The lower casing contains a hard inner shell and a pliable cap. The hard inner shell has a trapezoidal rim which has a first trapezoidal surface and a second trapezoidal surface lower than the first trapezoidal surface. The pliable cap wraps a portion of outer surface of the hard inner shell, and has an outer edge and an inner edge mating the upper casing. The fastening element fastens the hard upper casing to the lower casing. Thus the two irregular rims and edges can be coupled to prevent liquid permeation. Fabrication and assembly during production or repair and maintenance are simpler. It also improves grasp feeling and anti-slipping effect on the handgrip of the portable optical analyzer.

Abstract translation: 用于便携式光学分析仪的防水外壳结构主要包括硬上壳体，下壳体和紧固元件。 硬上壳体包含外缘和内缘。 下壳体包含硬内壳和柔韧的帽。 硬内壳具有梯形边缘，其具有比第一梯形表面低的第一梯形表面和第二梯形表面。 柔性帽包裹硬内壳的外表面的一部分，并且具有与上壳体相配合的外边缘和内边缘。 紧固元件将硬上壳体固定到下壳体。 因此，可以联接两个不规则的边缘和边缘以防止液体渗透。 生产或修理和维护期间的制造和组装更简单。 它还提高了便携式光学分析仪手柄的抓握感和防滑效果。

公开(公告)号：US08322199B2

公开(公告)日：2012-12-04

申请号：US11706458

申请日：2007-02-14

Applicant: Wayne F. Reed

Inventor： Wayne F. Reed

IPC: G01N1/00

CPC classification number: G01N35/1097 ,  G01N15/0211 ,  G01N15/14 ,  G01N15/1434 ,  G01N21/49 ,  G01N21/51 ,  G01N21/53 ,  G01N30/02 ,  G01N30/74 ,  G01N35/08 ,  G01N35/085 ,  G01N2011/0046 ,  G01N2015/0092 ,  G01N2015/0216 ,  G01N2015/025 ,  G01N2015/0693 ,  G01N2021/4711 ,  G01N2021/4716 ,  G01N2021/4719 ,  G01N2021/513 ,  G01N2201/0218 ,  B01D15/34

Abstract: The present invention provides an automatic sampling and dilution apparatus for use in a polymer analysis system. The apparatus comprises (a) a primary mixing chamber; (b) a primary pump capable of continuously withdrawing a variable viscosity liquid from a reactor at a selectable, fixed withdrawal rate over a varying viscosity range of about 50 to about 5,000,000 centipoise (cP) for continuously conveying the variable viscosity polymer-containing liquid into the primary mixing chamber; (c) a first dilution pump for continuously delivering a first dilution solvent into the primary mixing chamber at a selectable, fixed flow rate to mix with the variable viscosity liquid in the mixing chamber and thereby form a diluted polymer-containing liquid therein; and (d) a secondary pump for continuously conveying the diluted polymer-containing liquid into a flow-through detector. A polymer analysis system utilizing the automatic sampling and dilution apparatus is also provided.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种用于聚合物分析系统的自动取样和稀释装置。 该装置包括（a）主混合室; （b）能够以约50至约5,000,000厘泊（cP）的变化的粘度范围以可选择的固定的抽出速率从反应器连续抽出可变粘度液体的初级泵，用于将可变粘度的含聚合物的液体连续地输送到 主混合室; （c）第一稀释泵，用于以可选择的固定流速连续地将第一稀释溶剂输送到主混合室中，以与混合室中的可变粘度液体混合，从而在其中形成稀释的含聚合物的液体; 和（d）用于将稀释的含聚合物的液体连续输送到流通检测器中的次级泵。 还提供了利用自动取样和稀释装置的聚合物分析系统。