公开(公告)号：US08800825B2

公开(公告)日：2014-08-12

申请号：US11843136

申请日：2007-08-22

Applicant: Ronald J Ricciardi, Sr. ,  Paul Matarazzo ,  Marc S. Landry

Inventor： Ronald J Ricciardi, Sr. ,  Paul Matarazzo ,  Marc S. Landry

IPC: G01F11/20 ,  G01F13/00 ,  G01G11/10 ,  G01G11/08

CPC classification number: G01F13/003 ,  G01G11/086 ,  G01G11/10

Abstract: A system and method are disclosed that provide a specific volumetric output (e.g., product feed and discharge) of a material. In some implementations, these systems and methods are particularly suited for use with strand-type materials, namely, materials having difficult handling characteristics. For some implementations, a specific pile depth and width of a material is created on a moving belt to provide a specific volumetric output based on the speed of the belt. One or more leveling drums can be used to make the pile depth consistent. Moreover, a weighing system can be provided that is used in combination with the metering mechanism and other components (e.g., a control system) to create a “weight-loss” type weigh feeder.

Abstract translation: 公开了提供材料的特定体积输出（例如，产品进料和排出）的系统和方法。 在一些实施方式中，这些系统和方法特别适用于线型材料，即具有难处理特性的材料。 对于一些实施方案，在移动的带上产生特定的桩深度和材料宽度，以基于带的速度提供特定的体积输出。 可以使用一个或多个调平鼓来使桩深度一致。 此外，可以提供与计量机构和其他部件（例如，控制系统）组合使用以产生“减重”型称量给料机的称重系统。

公开(公告)号：US06926030B2

公开(公告)日：2005-08-09

申请号：US10176901

申请日：2002-06-21

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi ,  Marc S. Landry

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi ,  Marc S. Landry

IPC: B01F5/00 ,  B01F15/02 ,  B01F15/04 ,  G05D11/03

CPC classification number: B01F3/0865 ,  B01F5/0077 ,  B01F15/0201 ,  B01F15/026 ,  B01F15/0429 ,  B01F2215/0052 ,  Y10T137/87652 ,  Y10T137/8766 ,  Y10T137/87676

Abstract: A mixing apparatus for mixing two fluids immediately following contact with each other is disclosed. The mixing apparatus includes a spring-loaded ball valve separating a first fluid from a second fluid. The ball valve closes as a result of at least spring force. The ball valve opens as a result of hydraulic pressure of one of the fluids operating against the spring force. Mixing is accomplished instantaneously by dispersing one fluid in a thin pattern around the open ball valve into a stream of the other fluid.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于将彼此接触之后的两种流体混合的混合设备。 混合装置包括将第一流体与第二流体分离的弹簧加载球阀。 由于至少弹簧力，球阀关闭。 作为克服弹簧力的一种流体的液压的结果，球阀打开。 通过将开放球阀周围的薄型图案的一种流体分散成另一种流体的流即可实现混合。

公开(公告)号：US5405049A

公开(公告)日：1995-04-11

申请号：US143487

申请日：1993-10-27

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi

IPC: B65G65/46 ,  B65D83/06

CPC classification number: B65G65/46

Abstract: The present invention relates to an isolation pad for mounting a supply vessel to a feeding mechanism, and a system containing such a pad. The isolation pad is made of two plates connected by a flexible elastomer gasket. An aperture extends through both plates and the gasket. One plate is mounted to the supply vessel. The other plate is mounted to the feeding mechanism. Consequently, the supply vessel is supported by the elastomeric gasket. Because the gasket is flexible, the supply vessel is resilient and free to vibrate independently with respect to the feeding mechanism.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于将供应容器安装到进给机构的隔离垫，以及包含这种垫的系统。 隔离垫由两个由柔性弹性体垫片连接的板制成。 孔通过两个板和垫圈延伸。 一个板被安装到供应容器。 另一个板安装到进给机构。 因此，供应容器由弹性垫圈支撑。 由于垫片是柔性的，供应容器是弹性的并且相对于进给机构独立地振动。

公开(公告)号：US4301510A

公开(公告)日：1981-11-17

申请号：US141343

申请日：1980-04-18

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi ,  Angelo Ferrara ,  Joseph L. Hartmann

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi ,  Angelo Ferrara ,  Joseph L. Hartmann

IPC: G01G11/12 ,  G01G11/08 ,  G06F15/46

CPC classification number: G01G11/12

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an automatically controlled weigh feeding apparatus including a container prefilled with a substance, a device for discharging the substance from the container at a controllable weight, apparatus for weighing the container and its contents and for producing an electrical signal proportional to that weight, a first amplifier for amplifying the electrical signal, a first analog-digital converter coupled to said first amplifier and a digital computer coupled to said first analog-digital converter for computing the weight of substance remaining in the container. A second amplifier is coupled to said first amplifier and a ramp off-set circuit which is controlled by the digital computer inputs a second signal to the second amplifier means having a controlled stepping output applied as a second input signal to the second amplifier to maintain the output of the second amplifier within a given selected range of amplitude during one time cycle of operation. A second analog-digital converter interposed between the second amplifier and the digital computer. The digital computer is adapted to compute a corrective signal based on the signal received for controlling the discharge of the substance from the container.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了一种自动控制的称量给料装置，包括预充满物质的容器，用于以可控重量从容器中排出物质的装置，用于称重容器及其内容物的装置，并产生与该重量成比例的电信号， 用于放大电信号的第一放大器，耦合到所述第一放大器的第一模拟数字转换器和耦合到所述第一模数转换器的数字计算机，用于计算剩余在容器中的物质的重量。 第二放大器耦合到所述第一放大器，并且由数字计算机控制的斜坡偏移电路将第二信号输入到具有作为第二输入信号施加到第二放大器的受控步进输出的第二放大器装置，以维持 在操作的一个时间周期期间在给定的选定幅度范围内的第二放大器的输出。 插入在第二放大器和数字计算机之间的第二模拟数字转换器。 数字计算机适于基于接收的用于控制物质从容器排出的信号计算校正信号。

公开(公告)号：US4042051A

公开(公告)日：1977-08-16

申请号：US568551

申请日：1975-04-16

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi

IPC: F16M1/00 ,  G01D11/30 ,  G01G21/22 ,  G01G21/23 ,  G01G21/24 ,  F16C11/12

CPC classification number: G01G21/22 ,  F16M1/00 ,  G01D11/30 ,  G01G21/23 ,  Y10S177/09 ,  Y10T403/54

Abstract: This invention relates to a container system, which includes a container having a mounting bracket mounted thereon to carry a first flange-like element, a second flange-like element disposed in spaced parallel relationship with respect to the first flange-like element, a linking member mounted on the second flange-like element, which also carries a third flange-like element mounted thereon, a fourth flange-like element disposed in spaced parallel ralationship with respect to the third flange-like element, a support frame fixedly mounted on the fourth flange-like element, and a plurality of elongated resilient cross-members extending perpendicular to and interconnecting the first and second and the third and fourth flange-like elements, respectively, the cross-sectional area of the cross-members on any plane parallel to their respective flange-like elements collectively being symmetrically disposed about a pivot axis extending perpendicular to their respective flange-like elements.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种容器系统，其包括容器，该容器具有安装在其上的安装支架，以承载第一凸缘状元件，相对于第一凸缘状元件以间隔开的平行关系设置的第二凸缘状元件， 安装在第二凸缘状元件上的构件，其还承载安装在其上的第三凸缘状元件，第四凸缘状元件相对于第三凸缘状元件以间隔开的平行关系设置，固定地安装在第二凸缘状元件上的支撑框架 第四凸缘状元件，以及分别垂直于并互连第一和第二和第三和第四凸缘状元件的多个细长的弹性横向构件，横向构件在任何平面上的横截面积平行 其各自的凸缘状元件集体地围绕垂直于它们相应的凸缘状元件延伸的枢转轴线对称地设置。

公开(公告)号：US20110005904A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-13

申请号：US12844455

申请日：2010-07-27

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi, SR. ,  Marc S. Landry

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi, SR. ,  Marc S. Landry

IPC: B65G39/16

CPC classification number: B65G39/16 ,  B65G23/44

Abstract: In an aspect of the present invention, a system and method are provided that detect belt mis-tracking and in response, automatically adjusts. In some implementations, the system and method are implemented in conjunction with a weigh feeder or weigh belt. In other implementations, the system and method are implemented in conjunction with other devices that convey material via one or more belts. The system and method can be implemented by providing one or more sensors that detect belt mis-tracking, a motor for adjusting a belt pulley and one or more controllers that operate the motor in response to signals from the one or more sensors.

Abstract translation: 在本发明的一个方面，提供一种系统和方法，其检测皮带误跟踪并作为响应，自动调整。 在一些实施方案中，该系统和方法与称重馈送器或称重带一起实施。 在其他实施方式中，系统和方法与通过一个或多个传送带传送材料的其它设备一起实现。 该系统和方法可以通过提供一个或多个检测皮带误跟踪的传感器，用于调整皮带轮的马达和响应于来自一个或多个传感器的信号来操作马达的一个或多个控制器来实现。

公开(公告)号：US20090090603A1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-09

申请号：US11867344

申请日：2007-10-04

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi, SR. ,  Marc S. Landry

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi, SR. ,  Marc S. Landry

IPC: B65H26/00

CPC classification number: B65G39/16 ,  B65G23/44

Abstract: In an aspect of the present invention, a system and method are provided that detect belt mis-tracking and in response, automatically adjusts. In some implementations, the system and method are implemented in conjunction with a weigh feeder or weigh belt. In other implementations, the system and method are implemented in conjunction with other devices that convey material via one or more belts. The system and method can be implemented by providing one or more sensors that detect belt mis-tracking, a motor for adjusting a belt pulley and one or more controllers that operate the motor in response to signals from the one or more sensors.

Abstract translation: 在本发明的一个方面，提供一种系统和方法，其检测皮带误跟踪并作为响应，自动调整。 在一些实施方案中，该系统和方法与称重馈送器或称重带一起实施。 在其他实施方式中，系统和方法与通过一个或多个传送带传送材料的其它设备一起实现。 该系统和方法可以通过提供一个或多个检测皮带误跟踪的传感器，用于调整皮带轮的马达和响应于来自一个或多个传感器的信号来操作马达的一个或多个控制器来实现。

公开(公告)号：US20090050654A1

公开(公告)日：2009-02-26

申请号：US11843136

申请日：2007-08-22

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi, SR. ,  Paul Matarazzo ,  Marc S. Landry

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi, SR. ,  Paul Matarazzo ,  Marc S. Landry

IPC: G01F11/20 ,  G01F11/00 ,  B67D5/08

CPC classification number: G01F13/003 ,  G01G11/086 ,  G01G11/10

Abstract: A system and method are disclosed that provide a specific volumetric output (e.g., product feed and discharge) of a material. In some implementations, these systems and methods are particularly suited for use with strand-type materials, namely, materials having difficult handling characteristics. For some implementations, a specific pile depth and width of a material is created on a moving belt to provide a specific volumetric output based on the speed of the belt. One or more leveling drums can be used to make the pile depth consistent. Moreover, a weighing system can be provided that is used in combination with the metering mechanism and other components (e.g., a control system) to create a “weight-loss” type weigh feeder.

Abstract translation: 公开了提供材料的特定体积输出（例如，产品进料和排出）的系统和方法。 在一些实施方式中，这些系统和方法特别适用于线型材料，即具有难处理特性的材料。 对于一些实施方案，在移动的带上产生特定的桩深度和材料宽度，以基于带的速度提供特定的体积输出。 可以使用一个或多个调平鼓来使桩深度一致。 此外，可以提供与计量机构和其他部件（例如，控制系统）组合使用以产生“减重”型称量给料机的称重系统。

公开(公告)号：US07017473B2

公开(公告)日：2006-03-28

申请号：US10615254

申请日：2003-07-08

Applicant: Jack Mazzola, Jr. ,  Ronald J. Ricciardi ,  Marc S. Landry

Inventor： Jack Mazzola, Jr. ,  Ronald J. Ricciardi ,  Marc S. Landry

IPC: A47J31/00

CPC classification number: A47J31/0631 ,  A47J31/002

Abstract: Systems and techniques to brew coffee are described. In general, in one implementation, the technique includes: releasing water from at least one water inlet onto ground coffee in a stationary coffee filter. The ground coffee is automatically agitated while the water is being released using an agitator that is connected to an agitator motor to aid flavor-enhancement during the brewing process by helping to assure that the coffee grounds are uniformly mixed, saturated and blended with hot water and to substantially maintain an evenness of depth of the ground coffee. The water, now containing extracted coffee chemicals, is collected in a coffee vessel.

Abstract translation: 描述了酿造咖啡的系统和技术。 通常，在一个实施方式中，该技术包括：将固定咖啡过滤器中的至少一个进水口的水释放到研磨的咖啡上。 在使用搅拌器释放水时自动搅拌研磨咖啡，该搅拌器连接到搅拌器马达，以通过帮助确保咖啡渣均匀混合，饱和并与热水混合，从而有助于酿造过程中的风味增强 以大体上保持研磨咖啡的深度均匀性。 现在含有提取的咖啡化学品的水被收集在咖啡容器中。

公开(公告)号：US5709322A

公开(公告)日：1998-01-20

申请号：US569989

申请日：1995-12-08

Applicant: Ronald J. Ricciardi

Inventor： Ronald J. Ricciardi

IPC: B65G65/48 ,  B65G65/46 ,  G01F11/00 ,  G01F13/00

CPC classification number: G01F13/005

Abstract: A sweep arm assembly and cleanout port are provided for a dry bulk materials feeding system. A supply hopper having an outlet is disposed above a chamber such that material may flow from the hopper to the chamber. The chamber has a flat bottom surface. A feed trough is disposed below a slot in the bottom surface of the chamber such that material may flow from the chamber to the feed trough. A sweep arm is disposed in the chamber and located adjacent to the bottom surface. The sweep arm is rotated to "sweep" the material in the chamber to the slot in the bottom surface. Further, a method is provided for feeding dry bulk materials. Material to be fed is loaded into a supply hopper. Material is permitted to flow from the supply hopper into a chamber, which chamber has a flat bottom surface. Material in the chamber is swept into the feed trough. The material is swept into the feed trough by a sweep arm that is rotated in the chamber adjacent to the bottom surface of the chamber. The material in the feed trough then is fed into a process at a controlled feed rate.

Abstract translation: 为干散货供料系统提供清扫臂组件和清洁口。 具有出口的供料斗设置在室的上方，使得材料可以从料斗流到室。 该室具有平坦的底面。 进料槽设置在室的底表面中的槽的下方，使得材料可以从室流到进料槽。 扫掠臂设置在腔室中并且邻近底面定位。 扫掠臂旋转以将腔室中的材料“扫”到底表面中的狭槽。 此外，提供了用于进料干散装材料的方法。 待进料的材料装入供料斗。 允许材料从供料斗流入室，该室具有平坦的底表面。 室中的材料被扫入进料槽。 材料通过在腔室中邻近腔室底表面旋转的扫掠臂扫入进料槽。 然后将进料槽中的材料以受控的进料速率进料到工艺中。