公开(公告)号：US08581122B2

公开(公告)日：2013-11-12

申请号：US13157483

申请日：2011-06-10

Applicant: Mark H. Jaeger

Inventor： Mark H. Jaeger

IPC: G01F23/20 ,  G01G19/52 ,  G01G21/23 ,  G01F23/00

CPC classification number: G01G19/52 ,  G01F23/20 ,  G01G21/23 ,  Y10T29/4973

Abstract: A bin monitoring system functions both as a device for lifting the bin and as a weighing system for monitoring or measuring the level of feed in a feed bin. Various embodiments having a suspended load cell and methods of retrofitting the bin monitoring system to existing bins are provided. Further, the accuracy provided by various embodiments enables one to accurately predict when the feed bin will be empty. Thus, the feed mill can be aware of anticipated needs days in advance, allowing the feed mill to better optimize its scheduling and deliveries.

Abstract translation: 仓箱监控系统既用作提升垃圾箱的装置，又用作用于监测或测量进料仓中进料水平的称重系统。 提供了具有悬挂的称重传感器的各种实施例以及将箱监视系统改装成现有箱的方法。 此外，由各种实施例提供的准确性使得能够准确地预测进料仓何时为空。 因此，饲料厂可以提前了解预期的需求，允许饲料厂更好地优化其调度和交付。

公开(公告)号：US07980129B2

公开(公告)日：2011-07-19

申请号：US12109841

申请日：2008-04-25

Applicant: Mark H. Jaeger

Inventor： Mark H. Jaeger

IPC: G01F23/00

CPC classification number: G01G19/52 ,  G01F23/20 ,  G01G21/23 ,  Y10T29/4973

Abstract: A bin monitoring system functions both as a device for lifting the bin and as a weighing system for monitoring or measuring the level of feed in a feed bin. Various embodiments having a suspended load cell and methods of retrofitting the bin monitoring system to existing bins are provided. Further, the accuracy provided by various embodiments enables one to accurately predict when the feed bin will be empty. Thus, the feed mill can be aware of anticipated needs days in advance, allowing the feed mill to better optimize its scheduling and deliveries.

Abstract translation: 仓箱监控系统既用作提升垃圾箱的装置，又用作用于监测或测量进料仓中进料水平的称重系统。 提供了具有悬挂的称重传感器的各种实施例以及将箱监视系统改装成现有箱的方法。 此外，由各种实施例提供的准确性使得能够准确地预测进料仓何时为空。 因此，饲料厂可以提前了解预期的需求，允许饲料厂更好地优化其调度和交付。

公开(公告)号：US06402042B1

公开(公告)日：2002-06-11

申请号：US09725152

申请日：2000-11-29

Applicant: Jerry A. Stenzel ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael W. Lundgreen ,  Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas C. Schlosser

Inventor： Jerry A. Stenzel ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael W. Lundgreen ,  Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas C. Schlosser

IPC: G05B1101

CPC classification number: G05D23/1913 ,  F01P2070/04 ,  F23N5/027 ,  F23N2025/12

Abstract: The present invention relates to a control system for establishing and maintaining a desired uniform temperature in a room heated by a heating device. The control system includes a valve assembly for controlling the pressure of the fluid supplied to the heating device, the valve assembly including a valve actuator, a pressure sensor sensing the pressure of the fluid supplied to the heater, and a temperature control device to sense the ambient temperature of the room. The control system also includes an electronic control unit connected to the aforementioned elements, the electronic control unit including an electronic circuit which samples “open” and “close” input signals from the temperature control device, determines the rate of change of the pressure of the fluid from a predetermined pressure set point, and varies the pressure set point (which thereby varies the heating device output), according to the “open” or “close” signals by providing a command signal to the valve actuator. This command signal is based upon a difference between the predetermined desired temperature and the actual temperature, and the rate of change of the pressure of the fluid.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于在由加热装置加热的房间内建立并保持所需均匀温度的控制系统。 所述控制系统包括用于控制供应给所述加热装置的流体的压力的阀组件，所述阀组件包括阀致动器，感测供给到所述加热器的流体的压力的压力传感器以及感测所述加热装置的温度控制装置 房间的环境温度。 控制系统还包括连接到上述元件的电子控制单元，电子控制单元包括从温度控制装置采样“打开”和“关闭”输入信号的电子电路，确定压力变化率 流体，并且通过向阀致动器提供命令信号，根据“打开”或“关闭”信号来改变压力设定点（从而改变加热装置输出）。 该指令信号基于预定的期望温度与实际温度之间的差异以及流体的压力变化率。

公开(公告)号：US07406927B2

公开(公告)日：2008-08-05

申请号：US11555005

申请日：2006-10-31

Applicant: Robert G. Baarsch ,  Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael Lundgreen

Inventor： Robert G. Baarsch ,  Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael Lundgreen

IPC: A01K29/00

CPC classification number: G01G17/08 ,  A01K1/0023 ,  A01K29/00

Abstract: A system for weighing a plurality of quadruped animals is for use in a pen confining the animals. The pen has at least first and second segregated spaces with a first one-way chute allowing animal passage from the second space to the first space. A weighing station is located within a passage having an entrance and an exit, and that allows animal passage from the first area to the second area. The weighing station includes a weighing platform within the passage over which an animal must pass when passing from the first to the second space. The weighing platform has inlet and exit scales that support the weighing platform adjacent to inlet and exit ends thereof, and provides inlet and exit weight signals. A controller receives the inlet and exit weight signals and uses them in an iterative process to determine the presence of a single animal on the weighing platform. Once that determination is made, the sum of the inlet and exit weight values is very likely to accurately provide the animal weight. The controller may also use the inlet and exit weight signals to control closing of an inlet gate to bar more than one animal at a time from the weighing platform. An animal sorting system can easily incorporate this weighing system to provide more accurate sorting.

Abstract translation: 用于称重多只四足动物的系统用于限制动物的笔。 笔具有至少第一和第二隔离空间，其具有允许动物从第二空间传递到第一空间的第一单向滑槽。 称重站位于具有入口和出口的通道内，并允许动物从第一区域通向第二区域。 称重站包括通道内的称重平台，当从第一空间通过时，动物必须通过该称重平台。 称重平台具有入口和出口秤，其支撑称重平台邻近入口和出口端，并提供入口和出口重量信号。 控制器接收入口和出口重量信号，并在迭代过程中使用它们来确定称重平台上单个动物的存在。 一旦进行了确定，入口和出口重量值的总和很可能准确地提供动物体重。 控制器还可以使用入口和出口重量信号来控制入口门的关闭，从而从称重平台一次一个地拖动一只以上的动物。 动物分拣系统可以轻松整合这种称重系统，以提供更准确的分拣。

公开(公告)号：US07129423B2

公开(公告)日：2006-10-31

申请号：US10858779

申请日：2004-06-02

Applicant: Robert G. Baarsch ,  Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael Lundgreen

Inventor： Robert G. Baarsch ,  Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael Lundgreen

IPC: A01K29/00 ,  A01K5/02 ,  G01G19/00

CPC classification number: G01G17/08 ,  A01K1/0023 ,  A01K29/00

Abstract: A system for weighing a plurality of quadruped animals is for use in a pen confining the animals. The pen has at least first and second segregated spaces with a first one-way chute allowing animal passage from the second space to the first space. A weighing station is located within a passage having an entrance and an exit, and that allows animal passage from the first area to the second area. The weighing station includes a weighing platform within the passage over which an animal must pass when passing from the first to the second space. The weighing platform has inlet and exit scales that support the weighing platform adjacent to inlet and exit ends thereof, and provides inlet and exit weight signals. A controller receives the inlet and exit weight signals and uses them in an iterative process to determine the presence of a single animal on the weighing platform. Once that determination is made, the sum of the inlet and exit weight values is very likely to accurately provide the animal weight. The controller may also use the inlet and exit weight signals to control closing of an inlet gate to bar more than one animal at a time from the weighing platform. An animal sorting system can easily incorporate this weighing system to provide more accurate sorting.

Abstract translation: 用于称重多只四足动物的系统用于限制动物的笔。 笔具有至少第一和第二隔离空间，其具有允许动物从第二空间传递到第一空间的第一单向滑槽。 称重站位于具有入口和出口的通道内，并允许动物从第一区域通向第二区域。 称重站包括通道内的称重平台，当从第一空间通过时，动物必须通过该称重平台。 称重平台具有入口和出口秤，其支撑称重平台邻近入口和出口端，并提供入口和出口重量信号。 控制器接收入口和出口重量信号，并在迭代过程中使用它们来确定称重平台上单个动物的存在。 一旦进行了确定，入口和出口重量值的总和很可能准确地提供动物体重。 控制器还可以使用入口和出口重量信号来控制入口门的关闭，从而从称重平台一次一个地拖动一只以上的动物。 动物分拣系统可以轻松整合这种称重系统，以提供更准确的分拣。

公开(公告)号：US08853566B2

公开(公告)日：2014-10-07

申请号：US13338610

申请日：2011-12-28

Applicant: Mark H. Jaeger

Inventor： Mark H. Jaeger

IPC: G01G19/52 ,  G01F23/20 ,  G01G21/23 ,  G01F23/00

CPC classification number: G01F23/20 ,  G01G21/23

Abstract: A bin monitoring system functions both as a device for lifting the bin and as a weighing system for monitoring or measuring the level of feed or other product in a bin. Various embodiments and methods of retrofitting the bin monitoring system to existing bins are provided. Further, the accuracy provided by various embodiments enables one to accurately predict when the bin will be empty. Thus, a feed mill, for example, can be aware of anticipated needs days in advance, allowing the feed mill to better optimize its scheduling and deliveries.

Abstract translation: 仓箱监控系统既用作提升垃圾箱的装置，也用作用于监测或测量垃圾箱中饲料或其他产品水平的称重系统。 提供了将箱体监控系统改装成现有箱的各种实施例和方法。 此外，由各种实施例提供的准确性使得能够准确地预测该仓将何时为空。 因此，例如饲料厂可以提前了解预期的需求，允许饲料厂更好地优化其调度和交付。

公开(公告)号：US20120090901A1

公开(公告)日：2012-04-19

申请号：US13338610

申请日：2011-12-28

Applicant: Mark H. Jaeger

Inventor： Mark H. Jaeger

IPC: G01G19/52

CPC classification number: G01F23/20 ,  G01G21/23

Abstract: A bin monitoring system functions both as a device for lifting the bin and as a weighing system for monitoring or measuring the level of feed or other product in a bin. Various embodiments and methods of retrofitting the bin monitoring system to existing bins are provided. Further, the accuracy provided by various embodiments enables one to accurately predict when the bin will be empty. Thus, a feed mill, for example, can be aware of anticipated needs days in advance, allowing the feed mill to better optimize its scheduling and deliveries.

Abstract translation: 仓箱监控系统既用作提升垃圾箱的装置，也用作用于监测或测量垃圾箱中饲料或其他产品的水平的称重系统。 提供了将箱体监控系统改装成现有箱的各种实施例和方法。 此外，由各种实施例提供的准确性使得能够准确地预测该仓将何时为空。 因此，例如饲料厂可以提前了解预期的需求，允许饲料厂更好地优化其调度和交付。

公开(公告)号：US20110253461A1

公开(公告)日：2011-10-20

申请号：US13157483

申请日：2011-06-10

Applicant: Mark H. Jaeger

Inventor： Mark H. Jaeger

IPC: G01G19/52 ,  B23P6/00

CPC classification number: G01G19/52 ,  G01F23/20 ,  G01G21/23 ,  Y10T29/4973

Abstract: A bin monitoring system functions both as a device for lifting the bin and as a weighing system for monitoring or measuring the level of feed in a feed bin. Various embodiments having a suspended load cell and methods of retrofitting the bin monitoring system to existing bins are provided. Further, the accuracy provided by various embodiments enables one to accurately predict when the feed bin will be empty. Thus, the feed mill can be aware of anticipated needs days in advance, allowing the feed mill to better optimize its scheduling and deliveries.

Abstract translation: 仓箱监控系统既用作提升垃圾箱的装置，又用作用于监测或测量进料仓中进料水平的称重系统。 提供了具有悬挂的称重传感器的各种实施例以及将箱监视系统改装成现有箱的方法。 此外，由各种实施例提供的准确性使得能够准确地预测进料仓何时为空。 因此，饲料厂可以提前了解预期的需求，允许饲料厂更好地优化其调度和交付。

公开(公告)号：US07516905B2

公开(公告)日：2009-04-14

申请号：US11235899

申请日：2005-09-27

Applicant: Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael W. Lundgreen

Inventor： Mark H. Jaeger ,  Thomas K. Hiniker ,  Michael W. Lundgreen

IPC: A01K41/00 ,  A01K31/20

CPC classification number: H05B1/0208 ,  A01K1/0158 ,  A01K1/0218 ,  H05B1/02

Abstract: A power control system for automatically and proportionately metering power to a heating device used to create a warm microenvironment conducive to the health and growth of an animal during a predetermined incubation period is herein disclosed. The power control system transmits proportionally more power to a heating device where an ambient room temperature measured outside of the microenvironment is nearer a predetermined lower limit, and proportionately less power when the ambient room temperature measured outside of the microenvironment is nearer a predetermined upper limit. A method of providing a heated microenvironment within a larger environment also is disclosed.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了一种功率控制系统，用于自动和相称地计量加热装置的功率，该加热装置用于在预定的潜伏期间产生有利于动物健康和生长的温暖微环境。 功率控制系统将比例地更多的功率传送到加热装置，其中在微环境外测量的环境室温更接近预定的下限，并且当在微环境外测量的环境室温更接近预定的上限时成比例地较小的功率。 公开了一种在较大环境中提供加热微环境的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20090000373A1

公开(公告)日：2009-01-01

申请号：US12109841

申请日：2008-04-25

Applicant: Mark H. Jaeger

Inventor： Mark H. Jaeger

IPC: G01F23/20

CPC classification number: G01G19/52 ,  G01F23/20 ,  G01G21/23 ,  Y10T29/4973

Abstract: A bin monitoring system functions both as a device for lifting the bin and as a weighing system for monitoring or measuring the level of feed in a feed bin. Various embodiments having a suspended load cell and methods of retrofitting the bin monitoring system to existing bins are provided. Further, the accuracy provided by various embodiments enables one to accurately predict when the feed bin will be empty. Thus, the feed mill can be aware of anticipated needs days in advance, allowing the feed mill to better optimize its scheduling and deliveries.

Abstract translation: 仓箱监控系统既用作提升垃圾箱的装置，又用作用于监测或测量进料仓中进料水平的称重系统。 提供了具有悬挂的称重传感器的各种实施例以及将箱监视系统改装成现有箱的方法。 此外，由各种实施例提供的准确性使得能够准确地预测进料仓何时为空。 因此，饲料厂可以提前了解预期的需求，允许饲料厂更好地优化其调度和交付。