A smart conduit plug includes a plug body having an externally threaded region and a diameter and thread pitch to engage a conduit port. At least one electrical component is mounted relative to the plug body and is configured to electrically couple to a field device and provide an indication relative to the field device.
G08B 7/06 - Systèmes de signalisation selon plus d'un des groupes ; Systèmes d'appel de personnes selon plus d'un des groupes utilisant une transmission électrique
H05K 5/02 - Enveloppes, coffrets ou tiroirs pour appareils électriques - Détails
An amperometric sensor assembly includes an amperometric sensor and a bubble shedding clip. The amperometric sensor has a sensor membrane that is configured to be exposed to a process fluid. The amperometric sensor also has an electrical characteristic that changes based on exposure to an electroactive substance. The bubble shedding clip is coupled to the amperometric sensor and is configured to inhibit the presence of bubbles on the sensor membrane when the sensor membrane is exposed to the process fluid. A water panel including the amperometric sensor assembly is also provided along with a method of installing a bubble shedding clip on an amperometric sensor.
An amperometric sensor assembly includes an amperometric sensor (180) and a bubble shedding clip (220). The amperometric sensor (180) has a sensor membrane (152) that is configured to be exposed to a process fluid. The amperometric sensor (180) also has an electrical characteristic that changes based on exposure to an electroactive substance. The bubble shedding clip (220) is coupled to the amperometric sensor (180) and is configured to inhibit the presence of bubbles on the sensor membrane (152) when the sensor membrane (152) is exposed to the process fluid. A water panel (100) including the amperometric sensor assembly (180) is also provided along with a method (300) of installing a bubble shedding clip (220) on an amperometric sensor (180).
A smart conduit plug (80, 180, 300, 400) includes a plug body (100, 302) having an externally threaded region (101, 330) and a diameter and thread pitch to engage a conduit port (28). At least one electrical component (108, 208, 228, 308, 328) is mounted relative to the plug body (100, 302) and is configured to electrically couple to a field device (14) and provide an indication relative to the field device (14).
According to an embodiment, a flowmeter (5) comprises flow conduits (103A, 103B) and transducers (104, 105, 105') connected to the flow conduits (103A and 103B), wherein the transducers (104, 105, 105') comprise a driver (104) and pick-off sensors (105, 105'). A meter electronics (20) is configured to drive the driver (104) to oscillate the flow conduits (103A, 103B) in a first bending mode, and to receive signals from the pick-off sensors (105, 105'). A magnetic shield (500A-F) is proximate at least one of the transducers (104, 105, 105'), wherein the magnetic shield (500A-F) is configured to attenuate a strength of an external magnet's (400) flux effect on the transducer's (104, 105, 105') magnetic field.
A method for improving flowmeter accuracy is provided. The flowmeter comprises at least one flow tube, at least one pickoff sensor attached to the flow tube, at least one driver attached to the flow tube, and meter electronics in communication with the at least one pickoff sensor and driver. The method comprises the steps of vibrating at least one flow tube in a drive mode vibration with the at least one driver and receiving a sensor signal based on a vibrational response to the drive mode vibration from the at least one pickoff sensor. An unremediated density is derived with the flowmeter. An unremediated mass flow is derived with the flowmeter. An extended drive gain is derived with the flowmeter. At least one flow variable is received. A density ratio is calculated. A plurality of wet gas coefficients is provided. A dry gas mass flow rate is calculated with the density ratio and at least one of the plurality of wet gas coefficients.
A method of determining a viscosity of a fluid is provided. The method comprises receiving one or more sensor signals from a sensor assembly containing a fluid to determine a fluid property of the fluid, determining, based on the one or more sensor signals, an energy dissipation value of the sensor assembly containing the fluid, and determining a viscosity value of the fluid based on the energy dissipation value.
G01N 9/00 - Recherche du poids spécifique ou de la densité des matériaux; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant le poids spécifique ou la densité
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01N 11/16 - Recherche des propriétés d'écoulement des matériaux, p.ex. la viscosité, la plasticité; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant les propriétés d'écoulement en déplaçant un corps à l'intérieur du matériau en mesurant l'effet d'amortissement sur un corps oscillant
G01N 11/00 - Recherche des propriétés d'écoulement des matériaux, p.ex. la viscosité, la plasticité; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant les propriétés d'écoulement
A sonic- or ultrasonic flowmeter (200), is provided that comprises a body (202) configured to be connected to a pipeline. A first connector (204) is located on a first end (206) of the body (202) and a second connector (208) is located on a second end (210) of the body (202). Meter electronics (220) is configured to interface with sensors (235) and to indicate the degree of fluid flow through the pipeline to which the flowmeter (200) is connected based on signals received from the sensors (235). The meter electronics (220) comprises an acquisition section (224) and an interface section (222). An acquisition module (234) of the acquisition section (224) is configured to communicate with the sensors (235). An attachment region (237) is defined by the body, with the acquisition section (224) being attached thereto. An enclosure form (236) is sealedly attached to the body (202) that circumscribes the acquisition module (234). Interface electronics (232) of the interface section (222) are housed in an upper enclosure (226), wherein the upper enclosure (226) is coupled to the enclosure form (236).
G01F 1/66 - Mesure du débit volumétrique ou du débit massique d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent, dans laquelle le fluide passe à travers un compteur par un écoulement continu en mesurant la fréquence, le déphasage, le temps de propagation d'ondes électromagnétiques ou d'autres types d'ondes, p.ex. en utilisant des débitmètres à ultrasons
G01F 1/667 - Dispositions de transducteurs pour les débitmètres à ultrasons; Circuits pour faire fonctionner les débitmètres à ultrasons
G01F 15/14 - Revêtements, p.ex. avec un matériau spécial
G01F 15/18 - Supports ou moyens de raccordement pour les compteurs
9.
WIRELESS INDUSTRIAL PROCESS FIELD DEVICE HAVING A PLURALITY OF TRANSCEIVERS
A wireless industrial process filed device includes a process interface element configured to interface with a process fluid and control or sense a process variable of the process fluid. A controller is configured to control operation of the process interface element. An RF circuit board includes a plurality of RF transceivers carried on the RF circuit board, each configured to send and/or receive an RF signal which carries information related to the process variable. A plurality of antennas are carried on the RF circuit board and form an antenna array. Each of the plurality of antennas is coupled to at least one of the plurality of RF transceivers. Each of the plurality of antennas having a different antenna pattern. The controller controls operation of the plurality of RF transceivers to communicate with a remote device through an antenna array patterned formed by transmission of RF signals through the plurality of antenna patterns of the plurality of antennas.
A sonic- or ultrasonic flowmeter (200), is provided that comprises a body (202) configured to be connected to a pipeline. A first connector (204) is located on a first end (206) of the body (202) and a second connector (208) is located on a second end (210) of the body (202). Meter electronics (220) is configured to interface with sensors (235) and to indicate the degree of fluid flow through the pipeline to which the flowmeter (200) is connected based on signals received from the sensors (235). The meter electronics (220) comprises an acquisition section (224) and an interface section (222). An acquisition module (234) of the acquisition section (224) is configured to communicate with the sensors (235). An attachment region (237) is defined by the body, with the acquisition section (224) being attached thereto. An enclosure form (236) is sealedly attached to the body (202) that circumscribes the acquisition module (234). Interface electronics (232) of the interface section (222) are housed in an upper enclosure (226), wherein the upper enclosure (226) is coupled to the enclosure form (236).
G01F 1/66 - Mesure du débit volumétrique ou du débit massique d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent, dans laquelle le fluide passe à travers un compteur par un écoulement continu en mesurant la fréquence, le déphasage, le temps de propagation d'ondes électromagnétiques ou d'autres types d'ondes, p.ex. en utilisant des débitmètres à ultrasons
G01F 1/667 - Dispositions de transducteurs pour les débitmètres à ultrasons; Circuits pour faire fonctionner les débitmètres à ultrasons
11.
WIRELESS INDUSTRIAL PROCESS FIELD DEVICE HAVING A PLURALITY OF TRANSCEIVERS
A wireless industrial process filed device (200) includes a process interface element (212) configured to interface with a process fluid and control or sense a process variable of the process fluid. A controller (204) is configured to control operation of the process interface element (212). An RF circuit board (244) includes a plurality of RF transceivers (212) carried on the RF circuit board (244), each configured to send and/or receive an RF signal which carries information related to the process variable. A plurality of antennas (214) are carried on the RF circuit board (244) and form an antenna array. Each of the plurality of antennas (214) is coupled to at least one of the plurality of RF transceivers (212). Each of the plurality of antennas (214) having a different antenna pattern. The controller (204) controls operation of the plurality of RF transceivers (212) to communicate with a remote device through an antenna array patterned formed by transmission of RF signals through the plurality of antenna patterns of the plurality of antennas (214).
The present invention relates to a feedthrough (200) adapted for use within a passage (300). The feedthrough (300) has a body (202) having a first interface region (204) and a second interface region (206). The first interface region (204) comprises a platform region (214). At least one electrical conductor (212) extends through the body (202) and out of the body (202) to both the first interface region (204) and the second interface region (206). A printed circuit board (216) is attached to the platform region (214). At least one pin hole (234) defined by the printed circuit board (216) is configured to accept the at least one electrical conductor (212).
A meter electronics (20) for using a Reynolds number to correct a mass flow rate measurement of a fluid is provided. The meter electronics (20) comprises an interface (401) configured to communicatively couple to a sensor assembly (10) containing the fluid and receive sensor signals from the sensor assembly (10) and a processing system (402) communicatively coupled to the interface (401). The processing system (402) is configured to store a Reynolds number-correction relationship, wherein the Reynolds number-correction relationship relates Reynolds number values with Reynolds number-based correction values, calculate a Reynolds number of the fluid using a measured mass flow rate value of the fluid, and determine a Reynolds number-based correction value using the Reynolds number and the Reynolds number-correction relationship.
A uniquely identified industrial equipment (1300) of a controller-peripheral network (200) is provided. The uniquely identified industrial equipment (1300) includes electronics (1320) comprising a processor (1321) configured to communicate with a controller-peripheral network (200) and a memory (1322) communicatively coupled to the processor (1321). The memory (1322) is defined by the controller-peripheral network (200) and configured to store a unique identification obtained from a decentralized network (410) external to the controller-peripheral network (200).
H04L 9/32 - Dispositions pour les communications secrètes ou protégées; Protocoles réseaux de sécurité comprenant des moyens pour vérifier l'identité ou l'autorisation d'un utilisateur du système
H04L 9/00 - Dispositions pour les communications secrètes ou protégées; Protocoles réseaux de sécurité
15.
HYGIENIC GUIDED WAVE LEVEL MEASUREMENT WITH SHEATH
A guided-wave level measurement system for hygienic applications is provided. The system includes an electronics housing and system electronics disposed within the electronics housing and configured to generate a radar signal. A probe is coupled to the electronics and includes a waveguide configured to extend into a process vessel. A sheath is configured to receive the probe and extend into the process vessel.
A guided-wave level measurement system (10) for hygienic applications is provided. The system includes an electronics housing (16, 102) and system electronics (200) disposed within the electronics housing (16, 102) and configured to generate a radar signal. A probe (104) is coupled to the electronics (200) and includes a waveguide (144) configured to extend into a process vessel (14). A sheath (210) is configured to receive the probe (104) and extend into the process vessel (14).
G01F 23/80 - Dispositions pour le traitement des signaux
G01D 5/26 - Moyens mécaniques pour le transfert de la grandeur de sortie d'un organe sensible; Moyens pour convertir la grandeur de sortie d'un organe sensible en une autre variable, lorsque la forme ou la nature de l'organe sensible n'imposent pas un moyen de conversion déterminé; Transducteurs non spécialement adaptés à une variable particulière utilisant des moyens optiques, c. à d. utilisant de la lumière infrarouge, visible ou ultraviolette
17.
CORIOLIS FLOWMETER WITH DETECTION OF AN EXTERNAL MAGNETIC FIELD
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 15/00 - MESURE DES VOLUMES, DES DÉBITS VOLUMÉTRIQUES, DES DÉBITS MASSIQUES OU DU NIVEAU DES LIQUIDES; COMPTAGE VOLUMÉTRIQUE - Détails des appareils des groupes ou accessoires pour ces derniers, dans la mesure où de tels accessoires ou détails ne sont pas adaptés à ces types particuliers d'appareils, p.ex. pour l'indication à distance
18.
CORIOLIS FLOWMETER WITH COMPENSATION FOR AN EXTERNAL MAGNETIC FIELD
A Coriolis flowmeter (5) is provided, the Coriolis flowmeter (5) comprising flow conduits (103A, 103B), having a driver (104), and pick-off sensors (105, 105') connected thereto. A meter electronics (20) is configured to drive the driver (104) to oscillate the flow conduits (103 A, 103B), and to receive signals from the pick-off sensors (105, 105'). The meter electronics (20) is configured to capture voltages for both the pick-off sensors (105, 105') and determine a PORATIO and determine whether the PORATIO falls within a predetermined POLIMIT. The presence of an external magnetic field is indicated if the PORATIO falls outside the predetermined POLIMIT. wherein the meter electronics (20) is configured to access a PO ratio to flowrate shift correlation and calculate a compensated flowrate that is corrected for errors induced by the external magnetic field using the PO ratio to flowrate shift correlation if the presence of an external magnetic is detected.
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 15/00 - MESURE DES VOLUMES, DES DÉBITS VOLUMÉTRIQUES, DES DÉBITS MASSIQUES OU DU NIVEAU DES LIQUIDES; COMPTAGE VOLUMÉTRIQUE - Détails des appareils des groupes ou accessoires pour ces derniers, dans la mesure où de tels accessoires ou détails ne sont pas adaptés à ces types particuliers d'appareils, p.ex. pour l'indication à distance
19.
Vibrating fork liquid level switch with verification
A vibrating fork liquid level switch includes a vibrating fork assembly arranged to vibrate at a first frequency when in contact with a process fluid and at a second frequency when in contact with air. A drive circuit connected to the vibrating fork assembly is configured to drive the vibrating fork assembly into oscillation. Sense circuitry senses an oscillation frequency of the vibrating fork assembly. Output circuitry provides a first output when the sensed oscillation is at the first frequency and a second output when the sensed oscillation is at the second frequency. Control circuitry controls power applied to the vibrating fork assembly by the drive circuit between a first and a second power level. Verification circuitry verifies the oscillation frequency of the vibrating fork assembly when power applied to the vibrating fork assembly by the drive circuitry is changed.
G01F 23/22 - Indication ou mesure du niveau des liquides ou des matériaux solides fluents, p.ex. indication en fonction du volume ou indication au moyen d'un signal d'alarme en mesurant des variables physiques autres que les dimensions linéaires, la pression ou le poids, selon le niveau à mesurer, p.ex. par la différence de transfert de chaleur de vapeur ou d'eau
G01F 25/20 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des appareils pour mesurer le niveau des liquides
A vibratory meter (5, 200) is provided, having a driver (104, 202) and a vibratory member (103, 103′, 204) vibratable by the driver (104, 202). At least one pickoff sensor (105, 105′, 209) is configured to detect vibrations of the vibratory member (103, 103′, 204). Meter electronics (20) comprise an interface (301) configured to receive a vibrational response from the at least one pickoff sensor (105, 105′, 209), and a processing system (303) coupled to the interface (301). The processing system (303) is configured to measure a drive gain (306) of the driver (104, 202) and determine a solute added to the fluid is substantially fully dissolved based upon the drive gain (306).
G01N 9/00 - Recherche du poids spécifique ou de la densité des matériaux; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant le poids spécifique ou la densité
G01N 13/00 - Recherche des effets de surface ou de couche limite, p.ex. pouvoir mouillant; Recherche des effets de diffusion; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant les effets superficiels, limites ou de diffusion
21.
METHOD, SYSTEM, AND ELECTRONICS FOR CORRECTING A CORIOLIS FLOW METER MEASUREMENT FOR TEMPERATURE EFFECTS
A method (300), system (400), and electronics (20) for correcting a mass flow value in measured using a Coriolis flow meter (100) for temperature effects at a known fluid temperature temp below 0 C are provided. The method comprises receiving a known fluid density ρindic, receiving the fluid temperature temp, receiving a time period Tp, determining a Young's modulus temperature correction for density TFyD based on the known fluid density ρindic, the known fluid temperature temp, and the time period Tp, determining a Young's modulus temperature correction for mass flow TFyM based on a temperature correction constant k and Young's modulus temperature correction for density TFyD, and correcting the mass flow value {dot over (m)} using the Young's modulus temperature correction for mass flow TFyM.
A meter electronics (20) for using a stiffness measurement to compensate a fluid property measurement is provided. The meter electronics (20) comprises an interface (601) configured to communicatively couple to a sensor assembly (10) and receive sensor signals from the sensor assembly (10), and a processing system (602) communicatively coupled to the interface (601). The processing system (602) is configured to determine a fluid property value based on the sensor signals and correct the fluid property value with a fluid property correction value, the fluid property correction value being correlated with a current stiffness value of the sensor assembly.
A method of pressure compensation of a fluid flow parameter is provided. The method comprises receiving a measured pipeline pressure value of a fluid in a pipeline, and determining, based on the measured pipeline pressure value, a pressure for determining a pressure compensated fluid flow parameter value.
A process temperature estimation system includes a mounting assembly configured to mount the process fluid temperature estimation system to an external surface of a process fluid conduit. A hot end thermocouple is thermally coupled to the external surface of the process fluid conduit. A resistance temperature device (RTD) is spaced from the hot end thermocouple. Measurement circuitry is coupled to the hot end thermocouple and is configured to detect an emf of the hot end thermocouple and a resistance of the RTD that varies with temperature and provide sensor temperature information. A controller is coupled to the measurement circuitry and is configured to measure a reference temperature based on the resistance of the RTD and employ a heat transfer calculation with the reference temperature, the emf of the hot end thermocouple, and known thermal conductivity of the process fluid conduit to generate an estimated process temperature output.
G01K 7/16 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments résistifs
G01K 7/02 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments thermo-électriques, p.ex. des thermocouples
G01K 7/04 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments thermo-électriques, p.ex. des thermocouples l'objet à mesurer ne formant pas l'un des matériaux thermo-électriques
A pH sensing that is configured to be exposed to a process fluid is provided. The pH sensing probe includes a sensor body and a pH glass electrode mounted to the sensor body. A reference electrode has a junction mounted to the sensor body that is configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A backup pH electrode is mounted to the sensor body and configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A pH sensing system and a method of operating a pH sensing system are also provided. In one example, the backup pH electrode is an ISFET electrode that can be automatically switched to when the pH glass electrode is compromised.
A process temperature estimation system (200) includes a mounting assembly (202) configured to mount the process fluid temperature estimation system to an external surface (116) of a process fluid conduit (100). A hot end thermocouple (314) is thermally coupled to the external surface (116) of the process fluid conduit (100). A resistance temperature device (RTD) (310) is spaced from the hot end thermocouple (314). Measurement circuitry (228) is coupled to the hot end thermocouple (314) and is configured to detect an emf of the hot end thermocouple (314) and a resistance of the RTD (310) that varies with temperature and provide sensor temperature information. A controller (222) is coupled to the measurement circuitry (228) and is configured to measure a reference temperature based on the resistance of the RTD (310) and employ a heat transfer calculation with the reference temperature, the emf of the hot end thermocouple (314), and known thermal conductivity of the process fluid conduit (100) to generate an estimated process temperature output.
G01K 13/02 - Thermomètres spécialement adaptés à des fins spécifiques pour mesurer la température de fluides en mouvement ou de matériaux granulaires capables de s'écouler
G01K 7/02 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments thermo-électriques, p.ex. des thermocouples
G01K 7/16 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments résistifs
G01K 1/08 - Dispositifs de protection, p.ex. étuis
G01K 1/14 - Supports; Dispositifs de fixation; Dispositions pour le montage de thermomètres en des endroits particuliers
A pH sensing probe (200) that is configured to be exposed to a process fluid is provided. The pH sensing probe (200) includes a sensor body (202) and a pH glass electrode (104) mounted to the sensor body (202). A reference electrode has a junction (112) mounted to the sensor body (202) that is configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A backup pH electrode (214) is mounted to the sensor body (202) and configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A pH sensing system (300) and a method (320) of operating a pH sensing system (300) are also provided. In one example, the backup pH electrode (214) is an ISFET electrode that can be automatically switched to when the pH glass electrode (104) is compromised.
A pH sensing probe (103) configured to be exposed to a process fluid is provided. The pH sensing probe (103) includes a sensor body (206) and a pH electrode (110) mounted to the sensor body (206). A primary reference electrode (202) is mounted to the sensor body (206) and has a primary reference junction that is configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A secondary reference electrode (204) is mounted to the sensor body (206) and has a secondary reference junction configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A seal (208) isolates the secondary reference junction from the process fluid until deterioration of the primary reference junction. A pH sensing system (300) and a method (320) of operating a pH sensing system are also provided.
A flowmeter is provided that includes a sensor assembly and meter electronics configured to detect a containment failure within a flowmeter case. One or more flow tubes and a drive mechanism are coupled to the one or more flow tubes and oriented to induce a drive mode therein. A pair of pickoff sensors is coupled to the flow tubes and configured to measure a vibrational response induced by the drive mechanism. At least one strain gage is inside the case, and configured to detect strain. The meter electronics is connected to the drive mechanism and the at least one strain gage, and are connected in series. The meter electronics is configured to measure a resistance of the strain gage, and compare the resistance to a baseline resistance. A primary containment failure is indicated if the resistance of the strain gage is different from the baseline resistance by a predetermined amount.
A pH sensing probe configured to be exposed to a process fluid is provided. The pH sensing probe includes a sensor body and a pH electrode mounted to the sensor body. A primary reference electrode is mounted to the sensor body and has a primary reference junction that is configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A secondary reference electrode is mounted to the sensor body and has a secondary reference junction configured to be exposed to the process fluid. A seal isolates the secondary reference junction from the process fluid until deterioration of the primary reference junction. A pH sensing system and a method of operating a pH sensing system are also provided.
G01K 7/16 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments résistifs
G01N 27/30 - Composants de cellules électrolytiques Électrodes, p.ex. électrodes pour tests; Demi-cellules
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MODE EXCITATION DETECTION FOR A VIBRATORY FLOWMETER AND RELATED METHODS
A flowmeter is provided that includes a sensor assembly (10) and a meter electronics (20). The flowmeter further has one or more flow tubes (130, 130') and a drive mechanism (180) coupled to the flow tubes (130, 130') and oriented to induce a drive mode vibration therein. A pair of pickoff sensors (170L, 170R) is coupled to the flow tubes (130, 130'), and is configured to measure a vibrational response induced by the drive mechanism (180). At least one strain gage (200A, 200B) is coupled to the sensor assembly (10), and configured to detect a strain in the sensor assembly (10). The meter electronics (20) is connected to the drive mechanism (180) and the strain gage (200A, 200B) in series. The meter electronics (20) is configured to detect frequencies at which changes in strain are occurring.
A wireless process variable transmitter (10) for use in an industrial process includes a process variable sensor (40) configured to sense a process variable of the industrial process. Measurement circuitry (42) connected to the process variable sensor provides (40) an output related to the sensed process variable. Wireless communication circuitry (48) connected to the measurement circuitry (42) wirelessly transmits information related to the sensed process variable to a remote location. A removable industrial power module (12) is configured to hold a replaceable battery (50) and provide power to the process variable sensor (40), the measurement circuitry (42) and the wireless communication circuitry (48). Battery test circuitry (54) in the removable industrial power module (12) connects to the replaceable battery (50) and provides a visual output related to a condition of the replaceable battery (50).
A vibrating fork liquid level switch (10) includes a vibrating fork assembly (11) arranged to vibrate at a first frequency when in contact with a process fluid (18) and at a second frequency when in contact with air. A drive circuit (54) connected to the vibrating fork assembly (11) is configured to drive the vibrating fork assembly (11) into oscillation. Sense circuitry (52) senses an oscillation frequency of the vibrating fork assembly (11). Output circuitry (70/72) provides a first output when the sensed oscillation is at the first frequency and a second output when the sensed oscillation is at the second frequency. Control circuitry (80) controls power applied to the vibrating fork assembly (11) by the drive circuit (54) between a first and a second power level. Verification circuitry (68) verifies the oscillation frequency of the vibrating fork assembly (11) when power applied to the vibrating fork assembly (11) by the drive circuitry (54) is changed.
G01F 25/20 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des appareils pour mesurer le niveau des liquides
A transducer assembly (300) for a vibrating meter having meter electronics (20) is provided. The transducer assembly (300) comprises a keeper portion (401) comprising a keeper plate (402). A magnet portion (301) comprises a coil bobbin (305) and a coil (309) wound around the coil bobbin (305). A magnet (313) is coupled to the coil bobbin (305). The keeper plate (402) is prevented from contacting the coil bobbin (305).
A wireless process variable transmitter for use in an industrial process includes a process variable sensor configured to sense a process variable of the industrial process. Measurement circuitry connected to the process variable sensor provides an output related to the sensed process variable. Wireless communication circuitry connected to the measurement circuitry wirelessly transmits information related to the sensed process variable to a remote location. A removable industrial power module is configured to hold a replaceable battery and provide power to the process variable sensor, the measurement circuitry and the wireless communication circuitry. Battery test circuitry in the removable industrial power module connects to the replaceable battery and provides a visual output related to a condition of the replaceable battery.
G01R 31/36 - Dispositions pour le test, la mesure ou la surveillance de l’état électrique d’accumulateurs ou de batteries, p.ex. de la capacité ou de l’état de charge
G08B 5/36 - Systèmes de signalisation optique, p.ex. systèmes d'appel de personnes, indication à distance de l'occupation de sièges utilisant une transmission électromécanique utilisant des sources de lumière visible
A method for estimating a hydrogen loading induced change in a vibratory meter is provided. The method comprises determining a pressure and a temperature of hydrogen exposed to a vibratory element of the vibratory meter. The method also comprises calculating, based on the pressure and the temperature of the hydrogen, a concentration of the hydrogen in the vibratory element and adjusting a calibration coefficient of the vibratory meter based on the calculated concentration of the hydrogen in the vibratory element.
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
G01N 9/00 - Recherche du poids spécifique ou de la densité des matériaux; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant le poids spécifique ou la densité
A first terminal connector (300) comprises a component member (302) comprising a component member surface (322) with a first terminal post (306) oriented substantially perpendicular to the component member surface (322), and a cap member (304) comprising a cap member surface (324) and a first borehole (310) oriented substantially perpendicular from the cap member surface (324), the first borehole (310) including a bevel volume (328) configured to compress a plurality of windings from one or more wires (332, 334a, 334b) wound around the first terminal post (306) together between the component member surface (322) and the bevel volume (328) when the first terminal post (306) is inserted into the first borehole (310). A second terminal connector (500) comprises a component member (502) comprising a component member surface (522), and a cap member (504) comprising a cap member surface (524), wherein a first groove (550) is positioned on one of the component member surface (522) or the cap member surface (524), a first tongue (556) protruding from the other of the cap member surface (524) or the component member surface (522), and the first tongue (556) including a bevel volume (528) along a ridge of the first tongue (556) configured to compress one or more wires between the first groove (550) and the bevel volume (528) of the first tongue (556) when the first tongue (556) is inserted into the first groove (550).
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Isolating diaphragms sold as components of pressure measurement transmitters used to separate pressure sensors used in the transmitters from abrasive or corrosive process materials in enclosed conduits and containers used in industrial processes; Isolating diaphragms sold as components of industrial level measurement transmitters used to separate level sensors used in the transmitters from abrasive or corrosive process materials in enclosed conduits and containers used in industrial processes
39.
CUSTOMIZATION OF PROCESS VARIABLE TRANSMITTERS WITH HERMETICALLY SEALED EMI PROTECTION ELECTRONICS
A process variable transmitter (102) includes a process variable sensor (110), and an electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection circuit (182) coupled to the process variable sensor (110). The process variable transmitter (102) also includes a hermetic module (104C) enclosing the EMI protection circuit (182), and electrical connectors (132A,134A,136A) coupled to the EMI protection circuit (182) within the hermetic module (104C). The EMI protection circuit is configurable from outside the hermetic module (104C) via the electrical connectors (132A,134A,136A) to interconnect electronic components of the EMI protection circuit (182) in one of two configurations such as to provide or not to provide transient protection.
G01D 3/028 - Dispositions pour la mesure prévues pour les objets particuliers indiqués dans les sous-groupes du présent groupe pour atténuer les influences indésirables, p.ex. température, pression
G01L 19/00 - MESURE DES FORCES, DES CONTRAINTES, DES COUPLES, DU TRAVAIL, DE LA PUISSANCE MÉCANIQUE, DU RENDEMENT MÉCANIQUE OU DE LA PRESSION DES FLUIDES - Détails ou accessoires des appareils pour la mesure de la pression permanente ou quasi permanente d'un milieu fluent dans la mesure où ces détails ou accessoires ne sont pas particuliers à des types particuliers de manomètres
H05K 9/00 - Blindage d'appareils ou de composants contre les champs électriques ou magnétiques
A process variable transmitter includes a process variable sensor, and an electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection circuit coupled to the process variable sensor. The process variable transmitter also includes a hermetic module enclosing the EMI protection circuit, and electrical connectors coupled to the EMI protection circuit within the hermetic module. The electrical connectors are configurable from outside the hermetic module to connect electronic components of the EMI protection circuit in a configuration that provides transient protection.
A meter electronics (20) for detecting and identifying a change in a vibratory meter (5) is provided. The meter electronics (20) includes a processing system (202) including a storage system (204) configured to store a central tendency value of a meter verification parameter and dispersion value of the meter verification parameter. The processing system (202) is configured to obtain the central tendency value and the dispersion value from the storage system (204) and determine a probability based on the central tendency value and the dispersion value to detect if the central tendency value is different than a baseline value.
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
42.
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CALCULATING A VIBRATORY METER Q
A vibrating meter (100) is provided being operable to determine at least one of a viscosity and a density of a fluid therein. The vibrating meter (100) comprises a driver (112), a vibrating element (104) vibratable by the driver (112), and operable to be in contact with the fluid. A vibrating sensor (114) is configured to detect a vibrational response of the vibrating element (104). Meter electronics (118) is configured to send an excitation signal to the driver (112) and to receive the vibrational response and is further configured to measure a first vibrational response point and a second vibrational response point of the vibrational response. The second vibrational response point is one of interpolated and extrapolated from other measured response points. The meter electronics (118) is further configured to calculate a Q of the vibrating element (104) using the first vibrational response point and the second vibrational response point.
G01N 11/16 - Recherche des propriétés d'écoulement des matériaux, p.ex. la viscosité, la plasticité; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant les propriétés d'écoulement en déplaçant un corps à l'intérieur du matériau en mesurant l'effet d'amortissement sur un corps oscillant
G01N 9/00 - Recherche du poids spécifique ou de la densité des matériaux; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant le poids spécifique ou la densité
A timer-based fault protection circuit (100) is provided, which comprises a high voltage line (102) configured to electrically couple to a first terminal of an intrinsically safe load (ISL), a low voltage line (104) configured to electrically couple to a second terminal of the intrinsically safe load (ISL), a voltage limiter (110) and a delay/ LIP enable circuit (120) electrically coupled to the high voltage line (102) and the low voltage line (104) electrically parallel to the intrinsically safe load (ISL), and a switchable low impedance path (130) electrically coupled to the high voltage line (102) and the low voltage line (104) in a shunt configuration relative to the intrinsically safe load (ISL). The voltage limiter (110) is communicatively coupled to the delay/LIP enable circuit (120) and configured to provide a signal to the delay/LIP enable circuit (120) and the delay/LIP enable circuit (120) is communicatively coupled to the switchable low impedance path (130) and configured to provide a signal to the switchable low impedance path (130).
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Computer software for monitoring industrial plant sensors
and assets and providing status information and analytics,
namely, abnormal situations, diagnostics, asset status,
asset health, energy costs, emissions loss, alerts,
production loss, corrosion, efficiency, health indexes,
estimated remaining life, estimated total life, network
status, network load, pressure relief status, vibration,
fouling, location; computer software for collecting data
from assets in an industrial process, namely, process
sensors, process controllers, communication devices, steam
traps, pumps, pressure gauges, heat exchangers, pressure
relief devices, network management devices, network
gateways, power sources, cooling tower components, vessels
for containing process fluids, pipes for transporting
process fluids, devices for determining location.
45.
TOTALIZING A FLOW RATE OF A MULTI-PHASE/SINGLE-PHASE FLOW
A method for totalizing a flow rate of a multi-phase/single-phase flow is provided. The method comprises detecting that a liquid flow is being measured and switching a totalizing of the multi-phase/single-phase flow from an estimated gas mass flow rate of a precedent multi-phase flow to an estimated gas mass flow rate of the liquid flow.
A meter electronics (20) for using parameters of sensor signals provided by a sensor assembly (10) verify the sensor assembly (10) is provided. The meter electronics (20) comprises an interface (301) communicatively coupled to the sensor assembly (10), the interface (301) being configured to receive two sensor signals (100) and a processing system (302) communicatively coupled to the interface (301). The processing system (302) is configured to calculate a sensor signal parameter relationship value between the two sensor signals (100) and compare the calculated sensor signal parameter relationship value between the two sensor signals (100) with a baseline sensor signal parameter relationship value between the two sensor signals (100).
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
(1) Computer software for monitoring industrial plant sensors and assets and providing status information and analytics, namely, abnormal situations, diagnostics, asset status, asset health, energy costs, emissions loss, alerts, production loss, corrosion, efficiency, health indexes, estimated remaining life, estimated total life, network status, network load, pressure relief status, vibration, fouling, location; computer software for collecting data from assets in an industrial process, namely, process sensors, process controllers, communication devices, steam traps, pumps, pressure gauges, heat exchangers, pressure relief devices, network management devices, network gateways, power sources, cooling tower components, vessels for containing process fluids, pipes for transporting process fluids, devices for determining location.
48.
VIBRATING TYPE FLUID FLOW METER COMPRISING A FLOW TUBE BUMPER
A transducer assembly 200 for a vibrating meter 5 having meter electronics 20 is provided according to an embodiment. The transducer assembly 200 comprises a coil portion 204A comprising a coil bobbin 220 and a coil 222 wound around the coil bobbin 220. A magnet portion 204B comprises a magnet. The coil portion 204A and the magnet portion 204B are constrained in both the x and y axis of travel, such that the coil portion 204A is prevented from colliding with the magnet portion 204B.
A Coriolis flowmeter (5) is provided, the Coriolis flowmeter (5) comprising flow conduits (103A, 103B), having a driver (104), and pick-off sensors (105, 105') connected thereto. A meter electronics (20) is configured to drive the driver (104) to oscillate the flow conduits (103A, 103B) in a first bending mode, and to receive signals from the pick-off sensors (105, 105'). The meter electronics (20) is configured to indicate a presence of an external magnetic field.
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 15/00 - MESURE DES VOLUMES, DES DÉBITS VOLUMÉTRIQUES, DES DÉBITS MASSIQUES OU DU NIVEAU DES LIQUIDES; COMPTAGE VOLUMÉTRIQUE - Détails des appareils des groupes ou accessoires pour ces derniers, dans la mesure où de tels accessoires ou détails ne sont pas adaptés à ces types particuliers d'appareils, p.ex. pour l'indication à distance
A flow meter coupling system (300) to reduce axial stress on a flow meter (302) comprising a first flow meter flange (314a) and a second flow meter flange (314b) is provided. The flow meter coupling system (300) comprises a first process fluid member (304) configured to be coupled to the first flow meter flange (314a) of the flow meter (302), a second process fluid member (306), and a second connector member (310) configured to be rigidly coupled to at least one of the second flow meter flange (314b) or the second process fluid member (306) and coupled to another of the second flow meter flange (314b) or the second process fluid member (306) in a manner that provides substantially no axial stress.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Recorded computer software for monitoring industrial plant sensors and assets and providing status information and analytics, namely, abnormal situations, diagnostics, asset status, asset health, energy costs, emissions loss, alerts, production loss, corrosion, efficiency, health indexes, estimated remaining life, estimated total life, network status, network load, pressure relief status, vibration, fouling, location; recorded computer software for collecting data from assets in an industrial process, namely, process sensors, process controllers, communication devices, steam traps, pumps, pressure gauges, heat exchangers, pressure relief devices, network management devices, network gateways, power sources, cooling tower components, vessels for containing process fluids, pipes for transporting process fluids, devices for determining location
A temperature probe (200) includes a mineral-insulated cable (202) having a metallic outer sheath (214) surrounding a mineral insulation (212) therein. The mineral-insulated cable (202) has a plurality of conductors (146, 150) running through the mineral insulation (212). A temperature sensitive element (208) has a pair of lead wires (148, 152). An insert (206) has at least one conduit to receive the pair of lead wires (148, 152) of the temperature sensitive element (208). The insert (206) also has a recess (220) configured to receive the temperature sensitive element (208). An insert sheath (204) is configured to slide over the insert (206) and has a first end configured to couple to the metallic outer sheath (214) of the mineral-insulated cable (202) and a second end. An endcap (210) is attached to the second end of the insert sheath (204). The insert (206) is configured to urge the temperature sensitive element (208) into contact with the endcap (210).
G01K 1/08 - Dispositifs de protection, p.ex. étuis
G01K 1/14 - Supports; Dispositifs de fixation; Dispositions pour le montage de thermomètres en des endroits particuliers
G01K 7/16 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments résistifs
An industrial process field device (102) includes an active component, a switch (120), a switch monitor (140), and a controller (108). The active component may be a sensor configured to sense a process parameter, or a control device configured to control an industrial process. The switch (120) is electrically coupled to first and second terminals (153, 154). The switch monitor (140) is configured to detect an open or closed state of the switch (120), and generate a first state output, a second state output, or a chattering state output. An anti-chatter circuit (200) outputs a chatter stabilized state output based on the chattering state output. The controller (108) is configured to set the switch (120) in the open or closed state, and generate a notification based on any one of the first and second state outputs and the chatter stabilized state output that indicates at least one of the current state and a condition of the switch (120).
G05B 19/18 - Commande numérique (CN), c.à d. machines fonctionnant automatiquement, en particulier machines-outils, p.ex. dans un milieu de fabrication industriel, afin d'effectuer un positionnement, un mouvement ou des actions coordonnées au moyen de données d'u
54.
HEAT FLUX TEMPERATURE SENSOR PROBE FOR NON-INVASIVE PROCESS FLUID TEMPERATURE APPLICATIONS
A heat flux temperature sensor probe (400) includes a first mineral-insulated cable portion (402) and a second mineral-insulated cable portion (404). The first mineral-insulated cable portion (402) has a first metallic sheath (406), and a first plurality of thermocouple conductors (408, 410, 411) extending therein. The second mineral-insulated cable portion (404) has a second metallic sheath (406), and a second plurality of thermocouple conductors (407, 409) extending therein. A first thermocouple (412) is formed between one of the first plurality of thermocouple conductors (408, 410, 411) and one of the second plurality of thermocouple conductors (407, 409) proximate a first end of the second mineral-insulated cable portion (404). A second thermocouple (416) is formed between at least two of the second plurality of thermocouple conductors (407, 409) proximate a second end of the second mineral-insulated cable (402). A sheath (418) is operably couped to and connects the first (402) and second (404) mineral insulated cable portions, a portion of an interior of the sheath (418) is filled with a non-conductive material.
G01K 1/16 - Dispositions particulières pour conduire la chaleur de l'objet à l'élément sensible
G01K 13/02 - Thermomètres spécialement adaptés à des fins spécifiques pour mesurer la température de fluides en mouvement ou de matériaux granulaires capables de s'écouler
55.
HEAT FLUX TEMPERATURE SENSOR PROBE FOR NON-INVASIVE PROCESS FLUID TEMPERATURE APPLICATIONS
A heat flux temperature sensor probe (400) includes a first mineral-insulated cable portion (402) and a second mineral-insulated cable portion (404). The first mineral-insulated cable portion (402) has a first metallic sheath (406), and a first plurality of thermocouple conductors (408, 410, 411) extending therein. The second mineral-insulated cable portion (404) has a second metallic sheath (406), and a second plurality of thermocouple conductors (407, 409) extending therein. A first thermocouple (412) is formed between one of the first plurality of thermocouple conductors (408, 410, 411) and one of the second plurality of thermocouple conductors (407, 409) proximate a first end of the second mineral-insulated cable portion (404). A second thermocouple (416) is formed between at least two of the second plurality of thermocouple conductors (407, 409) proximate a second end of the second mineral-insulated cable (402). A sheath (418) is operably couped to and connects the first (402) and second (404) mineral insulated cable portions, a portion of an interior of the sheath (418) is filled with a non-conductive material.
G01K 1/16 - Dispositions particulières pour conduire la chaleur de l'objet à l'élément sensible
G01K 1/08 - Dispositifs de protection, p.ex. étuis
G01K 7/02 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments thermo-électriques, p.ex. des thermocouples
G01K 13/02 - Thermomètres spécialement adaptés à des fins spécifiques pour mesurer la température de fluides en mouvement ou de matériaux granulaires capables de s'écouler
A temperature probe (200) includes a mineral-insulated cable (202) having a metallic outer sheath (214) surrounding a mineral insulation (212) therein. The mineral-insulated cable (202) has a plurality of conductors (146, 150) running through the mineral insulation (212). A temperature sensitive element (208) has a pair of lead wires (148, 152). An insert (206) has at least one conduit to receive the pair of lead wires (148, 152) of the temperature sensitive element (208). The insert (206) also has a recess (220) configured to receive the temperature sensitive element (208). An insert sheath (204) is configured to slide over the insert (206) and has a first end configured to couple to the metallic outer sheath (214) of the mineral-insulated cable (202) and a second end. An endcap (210) is attached to the second end of the insert sheath (204). The insert (206) is configured to urge the temperature sensitive element (208) into contact with the endcap (210).
G01K 1/08 - Dispositifs de protection, p.ex. étuis
G01K 1/14 - Supports; Dispositifs de fixation; Dispositions pour le montage de thermomètres en des endroits particuliers
G01K 7/16 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments résistifs
A flowmeter (200) is provided. A first conduit (208A) having an inlet leg (212A) is fluidly coupled to a central conduit portion (212C) being fluidly coupled to an outlet leg (212′A). A second conduit (208B) having an inlet leg (212B) is fluidly coupled to a central conduit portion (212′C) fluidly coupled to an outlet leg (212′B). The flow inlet (210) is fluidly coupled to first ends of the first and second conduit (208A, 208B), and the flow outlet (210′) is fluidly coupled to second ends of the first and second conduits (208A, 208B). The inlet legs (212A, 212B) and the outlet legs (212′A, 212′B) comprise central conduit portions (212C, 212′C) disposed therebetween on the respective first and second conduits (208A and 208B). A manifold (206) is fluidly coupled to the inlet legs (212A, 212B) via a first fluid passage defined by the manifold, and the manifold (206) is fluidly coupled to the outlet legs (212′A, 212′B) via a second fluid passage defined by the manifold (206). A vibrable driver (214) is coupled to the manifold.
A reusable power module (110,200) for a field device (100) is provided. The reusable power module (110,200) includes a main body (204) defining a chamber configured to house a battery (206). A cover (202) is operably coupled to the main body (204) and has a first configuration relative to the main body (204) wherein the main body (204) is open and allows access to the battery (206). The cover (202) also has a second configuration wherein access to the battery (206) is closed. When the cover (202) is in the second configuration, the reusable power module (110,200) complies with an intrinsic safety specification.
H01M 50/204 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules
H01M 50/284 - Montures; Boîtiers secondaires ou cadres; Bâtis, modules ou blocs; Dispositifs de suspension; Amortisseurs; Dispositifs de transport ou de manutention; Supports comprenant l’insertion de cartes de circuits, p.ex. de cartes de circuits imprimés
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p.ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
59.
WIRELESS PROCESS VARIABLE TRANSMITTER WITH BATTERY POWER SOURCE
A wireless process variable transmitter (12) for use in an industrial process (10) includes a process variable sensor (16) configured to sense a process variable of the industrial process (10) and provide a process variable sensor output. A battery power source (46) includes a plurality of battery power banks (50) each having a primary cell battery (52), a low voltage cut-off circuit (54) electrically connected to the primary cell battery (52) which provides an electrical connection to the primary cell battery (52) while a voltage of the primary cell battery (52) is above a threshold, and an ideal diode (58) having an input electrically connected to the primary cell battery (52) through the low voltage cut-off (54) and providing a power bank output. A power sharing node (62) has an input connected to the battery power bank output of each of the plurality of battery power banks (50) and having a shared power output which provides power to circuitry of the wireless process variable transmitter (12).
H01M 6/00 - PROCÉDÉS OU MOYENS POUR LA CONVERSION DIRECTE DE L'ÉNERGIE CHIMIQUE EN ÉNERGIE ÉLECTRIQUE, p.ex. BATTERIES Éléments primaires; Leur fabrication
H02H 7/18 - Circuits de protection de sécurité spécialement adaptés pour des machines ou appareils électriques de types particuliers ou pour la protection sectionnelle de systèmes de câble ou ligne, et effectuant une commutation automatique dans le cas d'un chan pour accumulateurs
H04Q 9/00 - Dispositions dans les systèmes de commande à distance ou de télémétrie pour appeler sélectivement une sous-station à partir d'une station principale, sous-station dans laquelle un appareil recherché est choisi pour appliquer un signal de commande ou
60.
WIRELESS PROCESS VARIABLE TRANSMITTER WITH BATTERY POWER SOURCE
A wireless process variable transmitter for use in an industrial process includes a process variable sensor configured to sense a process variable of the industrial process and provide a process variable sensor output. A battery power source includes a plurality of battery power banks each having a primary cell battery, a low voltage cut-off circuit electrically connected to the primary cell battery which provides an electrical connection to the primary cell battery while a voltage of the primary cell battery is above a threshold, and an ideal diode having an input electrically connected to the primary cell battery through the low voltage cut-off and providing a power bank output. A power sharing node has an input connected to the battery power bank output of each of the plurality of battery power banks and having a shared power output which provides power to circuitry of the wireless process variable transmitter.
G01D 21/02 - Mesure de plusieurs variables par des moyens non couverts par une seule autre sous-classe
H02J 1/00 - Circuits pour réseaux principaux ou de distribution, à courant continu
H01M 6/50 - Procédés ou dispositions pour assurer le fonctionnement ou l'entretien, p.ex. pour le maintien de la température de fonctionnement
H02J 13/00 - Circuits pour pourvoir à l'indication à distance des conditions d'un réseau, p.ex. un enregistrement instantané des conditions d'ouverture ou de fermeture de chaque sectionneur du réseau; Circuits pour pourvoir à la commande à distance des moyens de commutation dans un réseau de distribution d'énergie, p.ex. mise en ou hors circuit de consommateurs de courant par l'utilisation de signaux d'impulsion codés transmis par le réseau
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
61.
Field device assembly including improved dielectric insulation system
An industrial process field device includes a pressure sensor, and a housing containing the pressure sensor. The housing includes a base having a base interface and a first base process opening. A flange is attached to the base and includes a flange interface having a first flange process opening. A first gasket process opening of a gasket is aligned with the first base process opening and the first flange process opening. A first surface of the gasket engages the base interface, and a second surface of the gasket engages the flange interface. A dielectric insulation system includes at least one dielectric layer that insulates the housing from electrical currents conducted through the flange. Each dielectric layer includes a layer of ceramic material, an anodized layer, or a plastic overmold, which improve a maximum working pressure of the field device.
G01L 19/00 - MESURE DES FORCES, DES CONTRAINTES, DES COUPLES, DU TRAVAIL, DE LA PUISSANCE MÉCANIQUE, DU RENDEMENT MÉCANIQUE OU DE LA PRESSION DES FLUIDES - Détails ou accessoires des appareils pour la mesure de la pression permanente ou quasi permanente d'un milieu fluent dans la mesure où ces détails ou accessoires ne sont pas particuliers à des types particuliers de manomètres
F16L 23/16 - Raccords à brides caractérisés par les moyens d'étanchéité
A temperature probe includes a mineral-insulated cable having a metallic outer sheath surrounding a mineral insulation therein. The mineral-insulated cable has a plurality of conductors running through the mineral insulation. A temperature sensitive element has a pair of lead wires. An insert has at least one conduit to receive the pair of lead wires of the temperature sensitive element. The insert also has a recess configured to receive the temperature sensitive element. An insert sheath is configured to slide over the insert and has a first end configured to couple to the metallic outer sheath of the mineral-insulated cable and a second end. An endcap is attached to the second end of the insert sheath. The insert is configured to urge the temperature sensitive element into contact with the endcap.
G01K 1/08 - Dispositifs de protection, p.ex. étuis
G01K 7/22 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments résistifs l'élément étant une résistance non linéaire, p.ex. une thermistance
An industrial process field device includes an active component, a switch, a switch monitor, and a controller. The active component may be a sensor configured to sense a process parameter, or a control device configured to control a process of the industrial process. The switch is electrically coupled to first and second terminals. The switch monitor is configured to detect an open or closed state of the switch, and generate a first state output, a second state output, or a chattering state output. An anti-chatter circuit outputs a chatter stabilized state output based on the chattering state output. The controller is configured to set the switch in the open or closed state, and generate a notification based on any one of the first and second state outputs and the chatter stabilized state output that indicates at least one of the current state and a condition of the switch.
A heat flux temperature sensor probe includes a first mineral-insulated cable portion and a second mineral-insulated cable portion. The first mineral-insulated cable portion has a first metallic sheath, a first plurality of thermocouple conductors extending therein, and an inorganic insulative material insulating the first plurality of thermocouple conductors from one another and from the first metallic sheath. The second mineral-insulated cable portion has a second metallic sheath, a second plurality of thermocouple conductors extending therein, and an inorganic insulative material insulating the second plurality of thermocouple conductors from one another and from the second metallic sheath. A first thermocouple is formed between at least one of the first plurality of thermocouple conductors and one of the second plurality of thermocouple conductors proximate a first end of the second mineral-insulated cable portion. A second thermocouple is formed between at least two of the second plurality of thermocouple conductors proximate a second end of the second mineral-insulated cable. A sheath is operably couped to and connects the first and second mineral insulated cable portions, a portion of an interior of the sheath is filled with a non-conductive material.
G01K 1/08 - Dispositifs de protection, p.ex. étuis
G01K 1/02 - Moyens d’indication ou d’enregistrement spécialement adaptés aux thermomètres
G01K 7/02 - Mesure de la température basée sur l'utilisation d'éléments électriques ou magnétiques directement sensibles à la chaleur utilisant des éléments thermo-électriques, p.ex. des thermocouples
65.
FIELD DEVICE INTERFACE SEAL AND ELECTRICAL INSULATION
An industrial process field device (102) includes a pressure sensor (126), and a housing containing the pressure sensor (102). The housing (144) includes a base (146) having a base interface (150) and a first base process opening. A flange (155) is attached to the base (146) and includes a flange interface (152) having a first flange process opening. A pressure (126) at the first flange process opening is communicated to the pressure sensor (126) through the first base process opening. A first gasket process opening (170) of a gasket (115) is aligned with the first base process opening and the first flange process opening. A first surface of the gasket (115) engages the base interface (150), and a second surface of the gasket (115) engages the flange interface (152). A dielectric insulation system (120) includes at least one dielectric layer (184) that insulates the housing (114) from electrical currents conducted through the flange (155). Each dielectric layer (184) includes a layer of ceramic material, an anodized layer, or a plastic overmold.
G01L 19/00 - MESURE DES FORCES, DES CONTRAINTES, DES COUPLES, DU TRAVAIL, DE LA PUISSANCE MÉCANIQUE, DU RENDEMENT MÉCANIQUE OU DE LA PRESSION DES FLUIDES - Détails ou accessoires des appareils pour la mesure de la pression permanente ou quasi permanente d'un milieu fluent dans la mesure où ces détails ou accessoires ne sont pas particuliers à des types particuliers de manomètres
F16L 25/02 - Structure ou détails de raccords de tuyaux non prévus dans les groupes ou présentant in intérêt autre que celui visé par ces groupes spécialement adaptés pour isoler électriquement l'une de l'autre les extrémités raccordées des tuyaux
F16L 41/00 - Tuyaux de branchement; Raccordements des tuyaux aux parois
66.
WIRELESS PROCESS VARIABLE TRANSMITTER WITH BATTERY POWER SOURCE
A wireless process variable transmitter (12) for use in an industrial process (10) includes a process variable sensor (16) configured to sense a process variable of the industrial process (10) and provide a process variable sensor output. A battery power source (46) includes a plurality of battery power banks (50) each having a primary cell battery (52), a low voltage cut-off circuit (54) electrically connected to the primary cell battery (52) which provides an electrical connection to the primary cell battery (52) while a voltage of the primary cell battery (52) is above a threshold, and an ideal diode (58) having an input electrically connected to the primary cell battery (52) through the low voltage cut-off (54) and providing a power bank output. A power sharing node (62) has an input connected to the battery power bank output of each of the plurality of battery power banks (50) and having a shared power output which provides power to circuitry of the wireless process variable transmitter (12).
H04Q 9/00 - Dispositions dans les systèmes de commande à distance ou de télémétrie pour appeler sélectivement une sous-station à partir d'une station principale, sous-station dans laquelle un appareil recherché est choisi pour appliquer un signal de commande ou
H01M 6/00 - PROCÉDÉS OU MOYENS POUR LA CONVERSION DIRECTE DE L'ÉNERGIE CHIMIQUE EN ÉNERGIE ÉLECTRIQUE, p.ex. BATTERIES Éléments primaires; Leur fabrication
H02H 7/18 - Circuits de protection de sécurité spécialement adaptés pour des machines ou appareils électriques de types particuliers ou pour la protection sectionnelle de systèmes de câble ou ligne, et effectuant une commutation automatique dans le cas d'un chan pour accumulateurs
67.
INTRINSICALLY SAFE, REUSABLE, POWER MODULE FOR FIELD DEVICES
A reusable power module (110,200) for a field device (100) is provided. The reusable power module (110,200) includes a main body (204) defining a chamber configured to house a battery (206). A cover (202) is operably coupled to the main body (204) and has a first configuration relative to the main body (204) wherein the main body (204) is open and allows access to the battery (206). The cover (202) also has a second configuration wherein access to the battery (206) is closed. When the cover (202) is in the second configuration, the reusable power module (110,200) complies with an intrinsic safety specification.
H01M 50/271 - Couvercles des boîtiers secondaires, des bâtis ou des blocs
H01M 50/204 - Bâtis, modules ou blocs de multiples batteries ou de multiples cellules
H01M 50/284 - Montures; Boîtiers secondaires ou cadres; Bâtis, modules ou blocs; Dispositifs de suspension; Amortisseurs; Dispositifs de transport ou de manutention; Supports comprenant l’insertion de cartes de circuits, p.ex. de cartes de circuits imprimés
H01M 10/48 - Accumulateurs combinés à des dispositions pour mesurer, tester ou indiquer l'état des éléments, p.ex. le niveau ou la densité de l'électrolyte
A process oxygen analyzer (10) includes a process probe (12) extendible into a flow of process combustion exhaust, the process probe (12) having an oxygen sensor measurement cell (36). Measurement circuitry (64) is coupled to the oxygen sensor measurement cell (36) and configured to obtain a non-corrected indication of oxygen concentration relative to a combustion process based on an electrical characteristic of the oxygen sensor measurement cell (36). A controller (60) is operably coupled to the measurement circuitry (64) and is configured to obtain an indication of process pressure and selectively provide a corrected oxygen concentration output based on non-corrected indication of oxygen concentration and the indication of process pressure. A method (200) of providing a process oxygen concentration using a process oxygen analyzer (10) coupled to an industrial combustion process is also disclosed.
G01N 27/16 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'emploi de moyens électriques, électrochimiques ou magnétiques en recherchant l'impédance en recherchant la résistance d'un corps chauffé électriquement dépendant de variations de température produite par l'oxydation par combustion ou catalyse d'un matériau de l'espace environnant à tester, p.ex. d'un gaz
G01N 1/22 - Dispositifs pour prélever des échantillons à l'état gazeux
G01N 33/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par des méthodes spécifiques non couvertes par les groupes
G01L 19/08 - Moyens pour l'indication ou l'enregistrement, p.ex. pour l'indication à distance
A process oxygen analyzer includes a process probe extendible into a flow of process combustion exhaust, the process probe having an oxygen sensor measurement cell. Measurement circuitry is coupled to the oxygen sensor measurement cell and configured to obtain a non-corrected indication of oxygen concentration relative to a combustion process based on an electrical characteristic of the oxygen sensor measurement cell. A controller is operably coupled to the measurement circuitry and is configured to obtain an indication of process pressure and selectively provide a corrected oxygen concentration output based on non-corrected indication of oxygen concentration and the indication of process pressure. A method of providing a process oxygen concentration using a process oxygen analyzer coupled to an industrial combustion process is also disclosed.
A reusable power module for a field device is provided. The reusable power module includes a main body defining a chamber configured to house a battery. A cover is operably coupled to the main body and has a first configuration relative to the main body wherein the main body is open and allows access to the battery. The cover also has a second configuration wherein access to the battery is closed. When the cover is in the second configuration, the reusable power module complies with an intrinsic safety specification.
H01M 50/247 - Montures; Boîtiers secondaires ou cadres; Bâtis, modules ou blocs; Dispositifs de suspension; Amortisseurs; Dispositifs de transport ou de manutention; Supports spécialement adaptés aux dispositifs portatifs, p.ex. aux téléphones portables, aux ordinateurs, aux outils à main ou aux stimulateurs cardiaques
H01M 50/271 - Couvercles des boîtiers secondaires, des bâtis ou des blocs
H01M 50/284 - Montures; Boîtiers secondaires ou cadres; Bâtis, modules ou blocs; Dispositifs de suspension; Amortisseurs; Dispositifs de transport ou de manutention; Supports comprenant l’insertion de cartes de circuits, p.ex. de cartes de circuits imprimés
H01M 50/569 - Connexions conductrices de courant pour les cellules ou les batteries - Détails de construction des connexions conductrices de courant pour détecter les conditions à l'intérieur des cellules ou des batteries, p.ex. détails des bornes de détection de tension
71.
ASSEMBLIES, COMPONENTS, AND METHODS FOR CREATING A FLAMEPROOF OR EXPLOSION PROOF BARRIER
An embodiment of a barrier member (102) for use in forming an assembly (100, 200) with an interference fit standard barrier (199) is disclosed. The barrier member (102) comprises a first face (120), a second face (122), a peripheral edge (124) between the first face (120) and the second face (122), the peripheral edge (124) being at least partially angled by an angle (128) relative to a barrier reference line (130) that is perpendicular to both of at least part of the first face (120) and at least part of the second face (122), the angle (128) declining from the first face (120) to the second face (122). The barrier member (102) may further have an interior channel (126) extending through a member depth (123) of the barrier member (102), the member depth (123) being between the first face (120) and the second face (122), the interior channel (126) having a longer length than width in a surface of the first face (120) and a surface of the second face (122), wherein the barrier member (102) is at least partially composed of a polymer.
A mode splitter (300) for a balance bar (150) of a Coriolis flow meter (100) is disclosed. The mode splitter (300) comprises a mass portion (302), and a first coupling portion (304a) coupled to the mass portion (302). The first coupling portion (304a) has a first stiffness in a drive direction (Y) and a second stiffness direction in an orthogonal direction (Z), and the orthogonal direction (Z) is orthogonal to both the drive direction (Y) and a longitudinal direction of the balance bar (150). The second stiffness is different than the first stiffness.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Electronic process variable pressure transmitters for measuring process variables of industrial processes; field sensors for use in industrial processes and industrial facilities for monitoring and measuring flow, level, vibration, temperature, pressure, and process parameters, and communicating sensed conditions to control components; devices for communicating in industrial processes and industrial facilities, namely, wireless transmitters and receivers and communications computers; wireless field sensors for sensing and communicating industrial process variables to monitor and control the functioning of industrial process instruments; software for use in management, monitoring, and increasing reliability, efficiency and safety of industrial processes, industrial facilities and process instruments; electronic field devices for monitoring equipment in industrial facilities, namely, computers, alarm monitoring systems, micro-processor based hardware and software used to monitor the status of industrial machinery, namely, control valves, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, and vibration sensors; electronic field sensors which transmit or receive information related to operation of industrial facilities, namely, sensors for sensing industrial facility operational and environmental parameters and transmitting the parameters to receivers
A magnetic flowmeter (102) for sensing process fluid flow includes a flow tube (108) configured to receive the process fluid flow there through and a plurality of electrodes (124) disposed to contact process fluid. At least one electromagnetic coil (122) is disposed proximate the tube (108). A flow tube liner (128) is provided in the flow tube (108) having an interior surface configured to contact process fluid and an exterior surface mounted to the flow tube (108). The flow tube liner (128) has at least one adhesion feature (200) in the exterior surface which promotes adhesion between the flow tube liner (128) and the flow tube (108). A method is also provided.
G01F 1/58 - Mesure du débit volumétrique ou du débit massique d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent, dans laquelle le fluide passe à travers un compteur par un écoulement continu en utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques par débitmètres électromagnétiques
75.
APPARATUS FOR APPLYING A TEMPERATURE FLOW COEFFICIENT IN A VIBRATING FLOWMETER AND RELATED METHOD
A method for calibrating a flowmeter is provided that comprises determining a relationship between tube period ratio and a flow tube temperature compensation (FTC) value for a plurality of flowmeters. Tube periods of the flowmeter under test are measured. A stiffness-correlated FTC is calculated using the determined relationship between the tube period ratio and the FTC value for the plurality of flowmeters and the measured tube periods of the flowmeter under test. The stiffness-correlated FTC is applied to an operating routine (314) of the flowmeter under test.
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
A magnetic flowmeter for sensing process fluid flow includes a flow tube configured to receive the process fluid flow there through and a plurality of electrodes disposed to contact process fluid. At least one electromagnetic coil is disposed proximate the tube. A flow tube liner is provided in the flow tube having an interior surface configured to contact process fluid and an exterior surface mounted to the flow tube. The flow tube liner has at least one adhesion feature in the exterior surface which promotes adhesion between the flow tube liner and the flow tube. A method is also provided.
G01F 1/58 - Mesure du débit volumétrique ou du débit massique d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent, dans laquelle le fluide passe à travers un compteur par un écoulement continu en utilisant des effets électriques ou magnétiques par débitmètres électromagnétiques
G01F 15/00 - MESURE DES VOLUMES, DES DÉBITS VOLUMÉTRIQUES, DES DÉBITS MASSIQUES OU DU NIVEAU DES LIQUIDES; COMPTAGE VOLUMÉTRIQUE - Détails des appareils des groupes ou accessoires pour ces derniers, dans la mesure où de tels accessoires ou détails ne sont pas adaptés à ces types particuliers d'appareils, p.ex. pour l'indication à distance
77.
ACTIVE BI-DIRECTIONAL OPEN PATH GAS DETECTION SYSTEM
An open path gas detection system (200, 280) includes a transmitter (202, 202A) and a receiver (204). The transmitter (202, 202A) is configured to generate illumination (106) across an open path. The receiver (204) is positioned to detect the illumination (106) from the transmitter (202, 202A) after the illumination (106) has passed through the open path and detect a gas of interest based on the illumination (106). However, the laser can also be used for gas detection systems in other circumstances. The transmitter (202, 202A) and receiver (204) are configured to communicate wirelessly (120). A method (500) of operating an open path gas detection system (200, 280) is also provided.
G01N 21/3504 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p.ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique en utilisant la lumière infrarouge pour l'analyse des gaz, p.ex. analyse de mélanges de gaz
G01N 21/39 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p.ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique en utilisant des lasers à longueur d'onde réglable
G01N 21/31 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p.ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique
An open path gas detection system (200) includes a transmitter (202) and a receiver (204). The transmitter (202) is configured to generate illumination (216), having broadband spectrum, across an open path. The receiver (204) is positioned to detect the illumination (216) from the transmitter (202) after the illumination (216) has passed through the open path. The receiver (204) includes at least one spectrometer (218) configured to determine spectroscopic information of the illumination (216) to identify at least one gas of interest based on the spectroscopic information and provide an output (222) based on the at least one gas of interest.
G01N 21/25 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
G01N 21/31 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p.ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique
G01N 21/33 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p.ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique en utilisant la lumière ultraviolette
G01N 21/3504 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p.ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique en utilisant la lumière infrarouge pour l'analyse des gaz, p.ex. analyse de mélanges de gaz
G01N 21/359 - Couleur; Propriétés spectrales, c. à d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p.ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique en utilisant la lumière infrarouge en utilisant la lumière de l'infrarouge proche
A method for correcting a flow variable (509) based on an inner pressure inside a Coriolis flow meter (202) comprises the steps of receiving a first outside pressure (503) measured with a first pressure sensor (204) located in a first process conduit (208a) positioned on a first end (212a) of the Coriolis flow meter (202), determining a second outside pressure (505) in a second process conduit (208b) positioned on a second end (212b) opposing the first end (212a) of the Coriolis flow meter (202), determining an estimated inner flow meter pressure (507) based on the first outside pressure (503) and the second outside pressure (505), receiving the flow variable (509), and generating a corrected flow variable (512) based on the estimated inner flow meter pressure (507), a pressure compensation factor (510), and the flow variable (509).
A housing (2) is provided, comprising a body (201) further comprising a metal. A cover (200) coupleable to the body (201) is provided, and an antenna slot (202) is formed in the housing (2), wherein the antenna slot (202) is filled with a compound (210). A method of forming a housing (2) is provided, comprising forming the housing (2) from a metal and forming an antenna slot (202) therein. The housing (2) is etched, and a compound (210) is inserted into the antenna slot (202). Meter electronics (20) are housed inside the housing (2), and a wireless data signal transmitted through the compound (210) to communicate with meter electronics (20).
A method and apparatus for operating a flowmeter (5) is provided. A process fluid is placed in the flowmeter (5). A temperature of the fluid is measured. A density of the fluid is measured. A velocity of sound (VoS) of the fluid is calculated. A mass flow rate error is calculated, and a corrected mass flow rate of the fluid is calculated.
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01N 11/16 - Recherche des propriétés d'écoulement des matériaux, p.ex. la viscosité, la plasticité; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant les propriétés d'écoulement en déplaçant un corps à l'intérieur du matériau en mesurant l'effet d'amortissement sur un corps oscillant
An embodiment of a balance bar (230) is disclosed. The balance bar (230) comprises a first side portion (231) having a hollow interior for receiving a flow tube (220), a central portion (233) having a hollow interior for receiving a flow tube (220), and a first side flexible portion (234) comprising at least one flexible coupler (250), the first side flexible portion (234) coupling the first side portion (231) with the central portion (233), wherein the first side portion (231) and the central portion (233) are both more rigid than the first side flexible portion (234).
A method and apparatus for operating a flowmeter (5) is provided. A process fluid is placed in the flowmeter (5). A temperature of the fluid is measured. A density of the fluid is measured. A velocity of sound (VoS) of the fluid is calculated. A mass flow rate error is calculated, and a corrected mass flow rate of the fluid is calculated.
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01N 9/00 - Recherche du poids spécifique ou de la densité des matériaux; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant le poids spécifique ou la densité
G01N 11/16 - Recherche des propriétés d'écoulement des matériaux, p.ex. la viscosité, la plasticité; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant les propriétés d'écoulement en déplaçant un corps à l'intérieur du matériau en mesurant l'effet d'amortissement sur un corps oscillant
84.
HEAT FLOW-BASED PROCESS FLUID TEMPERATURE ESTIMATION SYSTEM WITH THERMAL TIME RESPONSE IMPROVEMENT
A process fluid temperature estimation system includes a mounting assembly configured to mount the process fluid temperature estimation system to an external surface of a process fluid conduit. A sensor capsule has at least one temperature sensitive element disposed therein and is configured to sense at least a temperature of the external surface of the process fluid conduit. Measurement circuitry is coupled to the sensor capsule and is configured to detect a characteristic of the at least one temperature sensitive element that varies with temperature and provide sensor capsule temperature information. A controller is coupled to the measurement circuitry and is configured to obtain a temperature measurement of the external surface of the process fluid conduit and to obtain a reference temperature and employ a heat transfer calculation with the reference temperature, the external surface temperature measurement and a known thermal relationship between the external surface temperature sensor in the sensor capsule and the reference temperature to generate an estimated process fluid temperature output. The controller is also configured to improve response time of the process fluid estimation system mathematically. In some examples, the controller is configured to extract the system tau value from the measured data.
G01K 13/02 - Thermomètres spécialement adaptés à des fins spécifiques pour mesurer la température de fluides en mouvement ou de matériaux granulaires capables de s'écouler
G01K 1/143 - Supports; Dispositifs de fixation; Dispositions pour le montage de thermomètres en des endroits particuliers pour la mesure de la température de surfaces
G01K 7/42 - Circuits pour la compensation de l’inertie thermique; Circuits pour prévoir la valeur stationnaire de la température
85.
HEAT FLOW-BASED PROCESS FLUID TEMPERATURE ESTIMATION SYSTEM WITH THERMAL TIME RESPONSE IMPROVEMENT
A process fluid temperature estimating system (200) comprising: a mounting assembly (200) configured to mount the process fluid temperature estimation system to an external surface of a process fluid conduit (100); a sensor capsule (206) configured to sense at least a temperature of the external surface of the process fluid conduit; measurement circuitry coupled to the sensor capsule and configured to provide sensor capsule temperature information to a controller (222); and a controller configured to obtain the external surface of the process fluid conduit and a reference temperature and employ a heat transfer calculation with the reference temperature and the external surface of the process fluid conduit to generate an estimated process fluid temperature output.
G01K 13/02 - Thermomètres spécialement adaptés à des fins spécifiques pour mesurer la température de fluides en mouvement ou de matériaux granulaires capables de s'écouler
G01K 1/143 - Supports; Dispositifs de fixation; Dispositions pour le montage de thermomètres en des endroits particuliers pour la mesure de la température de surfaces
86.
HEAT FLOW-BASED PROCESS FLUID TEMPERATURE ESTIMATION SYSTEM WITH THERMAL TIME RESPONSE IMPROVEMENT
A process fluid temperature estimating system (200) comprising: a mounting assembly (200) configured to mount the process fluid temperature estimation system to an external surface of a process fluid conduit (100); a sensor capsule (206) configured to sense at least a temperature of the external surface of the process fluid conduit; measurement circuitry coupled to the sensor capsule and configured to provide sensor capsule temperature information to a controller (222); and a controller configured to obtain the external surface of the process fluid conduit and a reference temperature and employ a heat transfer calculation with the reference temperature and the external surface of the process fluid conduit to generate an estimated process fluid temperature output.
G01K 13/02 - Thermomètres spécialement adaptés à des fins spécifiques pour mesurer la température de fluides en mouvement ou de matériaux granulaires capables de s'écouler
G01K 1/143 - Supports; Dispositifs de fixation; Dispositions pour le montage de thermomètres en des endroits particuliers pour la mesure de la température de surfaces
G01K 1/08 - Dispositifs de protection, p.ex. étuis
An electrical transmitter (100) is provided that comprises an ethernet connection (118) and a power source. Electronics (112) are configured to receive the ethernet connection (118) and the power source. The electronics (112) comprise logic operable to detect the power source and accept power from either the ethernet connection (118) or a dedicated power connection (116). A remappable power connection terminal (114) with the electronics (112) is operable to accept power when the dedicated power connection (116) is detected, and operable to accept a non-power connection when power from the ethernet connection (118) is detected.
A method for forming a pressure fit hermetic seal between a second component (104) and an interior member (108) is disclosed. The method comprises steps of coupling the second component (104) to a first component (102) by applying heat to one or more of the first component (102) and the second component (104) and allowing the first component (102) and the second component (104) to cool, wherein the applying heat step and allowing to cool step form the hermetic seal by causing compression of a hermetic element (106) against the second component (104) and by causing compression of the hermetic element (106) against the interior member (108).
B23K 31/02 - Procédés relevant de la présente sous-classe, spécialement adaptés à des objets ou des buts particuliers, mais non couverts par un seul des groupes principaux relatifs au brasage ou au soudage
B23K 31/00 - Procédés relevant de la présente sous-classe, spécialement adaptés à des objets ou des buts particuliers, mais non couverts par un seul des groupes principaux
89.
WIRELESS DISCRETE INPUT/OUTPUT WITH EXTERNAL POWER OPTION
A wireless field device (12) for use in an industrial process (10) includes input/output terminals to couple to a process interface element (16) and a discrete input/output channel configured to receive a discrete input signal from the process interface element (16) through the input/output terminals when configured as a discrete input channel, the discrete input/output channel further configured to provide a discrete output to the process interface element (16) through the input/output terminals when configured as discrete output channel. Wireless communication circuitry (48) transmits and receives information. A controller (44) transmits information through the communication circuitry (48) based upon a sensed process variable, provides a discrete output signal when the discrete input/output channel is configured as a discrete output channel and receives a discrete input signal when configured as a discrete input channel. An external power supply input is coupled to an external power supply (102) and a battery power supply input couples a battery (101). Power supply circuitry (108) powers the controller (44) from at most one of the external power supply or the battery.
G05B 19/042 - Commande à programme autre que la commande numérique, c.à d. dans des automatismes à séquence ou dans des automates à logique utilisant des processeurs numériques
90.
WIRELESS DISCRETE INPUT/OUTPUT WITH EXTERNAL POWER OPTION
A wireless field device for use in an industrial process includes input/output terminals to couple to a process interface element and a discrete input/output channel configured to receive a discrete input signal from the process interface element through the input/output terminals when configured as a discrete input channel, the discrete input/output channel further configured to provide a discrete output to the process interface element through the input/output terminals when configured as discrete output channel. Wireless communication circuitry transmits and receives information. A controller transmits information through the communication circuitry based upon a sensed process variable, provides a discrete output signal when the discrete input/output channel is configured as a discrete output channel and receives a discrete input signal when configured as a discrete input channel. An external power supply input is couples to an external power supply and a battery power supply input couples a battery. Power supply circuitry powers the controller from at most one of the external power supply or the battery.
H04B 1/38 - TRANSMISSION - Détails des systèmes de transmission non caractérisés par le milieu utilisé pour la transmission Émetteurs-récepteurs, c. à d. dispositifs dans lesquels l'émetteur et le récepteur forment un ensemble structural et dans lesquels au moins une partie est utilisée pour des fonctions d'émission et de réception
91.
WIRELESS DISCRETE INPUT/OUTPUT WITH EXTERNAL POWER OPTION
A wireless field device (12) for use in an industrial process (10) includes input/output terminals to couple to a process interface element (16) and a discrete input/output channel configured to receive a discrete input signal from the process interface element (16) through the input/output terminals when configured as a discrete input channel, the discrete input/output channel further configured to provide a discrete output to the process interface element (16) through the input/output terminals when configured as discrete output channel. Wireless communication circuitry (48) transmits and receives information. A controller (44) transmits information through the communication circuitry (48) based upon a sensed process variable, provides a discrete output signal when the discrete input/output channel is configured as a discrete output channel and receives a discrete input signal when configured as a discrete input channel. An external power supply input is coupled to an external power supply (102) and a battery power supply input couples a battery (101). Power supply circuitry (108) powers the controller (44) from at most one of the external power supply or the battery.
G05B 19/042 - Commande à programme autre que la commande numérique, c.à d. dans des automatismes à séquence ou dans des automates à logique utilisant des processeurs numériques
92.
ENHANCED SUPERCRITICAL FLUID MEASUREMENT WITH VIBRATORY SENSORS
A method for inferring an inferred speed of sound of a flow fluid is disclosed. The method is conducted by a computer system (200) having a processor (210) and a memory (220), the processor (210) configured to execute instructions from the memory (220) and store data in the memory (220), the memory (220) having a SoS inference module (202). The method includes inferring, by the SoS inference module (202), the inferred speed of sound of the flow fluid based on an inferential relationship between a measured density of the flow fluid and the inferred speed of sound of the flow fluid.
A meter electronics (20) for detecting an orientation and compensating a measurement based on the detected orientation is provided. The meter electronics (20) comprises an interface (401) configured to communicatively couple to a sensor assembly (10) and a processing system (402). The processing system (402) is configured to detect an orientation of the sensor assembly (10) based on one or more sensor signals provided by the sensor assembly (10).
G01N 9/32 - Recherche du poids spécifique ou de la densité des matériaux; Analyse des matériaux en déterminant le poids spécifique ou la densité en utilisant les propriétés d'écoulement des fluides, p.ex. l'écoulement à travers des tubes ou des ouvertures
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
94.
VIBRATORY FLOWMETER AND METHODS AND DIAGNOSTICS FOR METER VERIFICATION
A vibratory flowmeter (5) for meter verification is provided, including meter electronics (20) coupled to the first and second pickoff sensors (170L, 170R) and coupled to a driver (180), with the meter electronics (20) configured to: vibrate the flowmeter assembly (10) in a single mode using the driver (180), determine a single mode current (230) of the driver (180) and determine first and second response voltages (231) generated by the first and second pickoff sensors (170L, 170R), respectively, compute frequency response functions for the determined first and second response voltages (231) from the determined single mode current (230), fit the generated frequency response functions to a pole-residue model, and verify proper operation of the vibratory flowmeter (5) using the meter stiffness value (216), residual flexibility (218), and the meter mass (240) in embodiments.
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
95.
SELECTING A ZERO-VERIFICATION CRITERIA FOR A ZERO VERIFICATION OF A VIBRATORY METER
A meter electronics (20) for selecting a zero-verification criteria for performing a zero verification of a vibratory meter (5) is provided. The meter electronics (20) comprises an interface (401) communicatively coupled to a sensor assembly (10) containing a fluid and a processing system (402) communicatively coupled to the interface (401). The processing system (402) is configured to determine a property of a fluid and select, based on the property of the fluid, the zero-verification criteria value for the sensor assembly (10).
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
96.
DETERMINING A ZERO-VERIFICATION CRITERIA FOR A ZERO VERIFICATION OF A VIBRATORY METER
A meter electronics (20) for determining a zero-verification criteria for a zero-verification of a vibratory meter (5) is provided. The meter electronics (20) comprises an interface (401) communicatively coupled to a sensor assembly (10) containing a fluid and a processing system (402) communicatively coupled to the interface (401). The processing system (402) is configured to determine a property of the fluid and determine, based on the property of the fluid, a zero-verification criteria value for the sensor assembly (10).
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
97.
DETECTING A MEASUREMENT BIAS OF A REFERENCE ZERO-FLOW VALUE
A vibratory meter (5) configured to detect a measurement bias of a reference zero-flow value is provided. The vibratory meter (5) comprises a sensor assembly (10) and a meter electronics (20) communicatively coupled to the sensor assembly (10). The meter electronics (20) is configured to measure a plurality of zero-flow values of the sensor assembly (10) and compare the plurality of zero-flow values to a reference zero-flow value to determine a bias indicator of the reference zero-flow value.
G01F 1/84 - Débitmètres massiques du type Coriolis ou gyroscopique
G01F 25/10 - Test ou étalonnage des appareils pour la mesure du volume, du débit volumétrique ou du niveau des liquides, ou des appareils pour compter par volume des débitmètres
98.
CORIOLIS FLOW METER WITH FLOW TUBE INCLUDING INSERTS
A Coriolis flow meter (100) comprises a driver (180) coupled to a flow tube (800,900), the driver (180) configured to oscillate the flow tube in a drive direction, a pick-off sensor (170L, 170R) coupled to the flow tube (800,900), configured to measure a movement of the flow tube (800,900), and the flow tube (800,900) comprises a conduit (852) having an interior surface (854), and a plurality of inserts (856a, 856b, 856c, 856d, 956a, 956b), each respective insert of the plurality of inserts (856a, 856b, 856c, 856d, 956a, 956b) being coupled to at least a first position (858) on the interior surface (854) of the conduit (852).
A process fluid connector for a single-use process fluid sensing system is provided. The process fluid connector includes a pair of process fluid connections, each process fluid connection being configured to couple to a cooperative process fluid coupling. A process fluid conduit section is operably coupled to each of the process fluid connections. A sensor attachment port is coupled to the process fluid conduit section and is configured to receive and mount a process fluid sensor. A retractable fluid chamber is coupled to the process fluid conduit section and configured to provides wet storage for sensing component(s) of the process fluid sensor. A process fluid sensing system using the process fluid connector is also provided.
G01N 27/28 - Composants de cellules électrolytiques
F16L 41/16 - Raccordements des tuyaux aux parois ou à d'autres tuyaux, dans lesquels l'axe du tuyau est perpendiculaire au plan de la paroi ou à l'axe de l'autre tuyau le tuyau de branchement comportant des moyens pour couper l'écoulement du fluide
A single-use electrochemical analytical sensor (200) is provided. The sensor (200) includes a sensing electrode (224) configured to contact process fluid and a reference chamber (260,202) containing an electrolyte. A reference electrode (225) is disposed in the electrolyte. A reference junction (258) is configured to contact the process fluid and is further configured to generate a flow of electrolyte into the process fluid. The reference chamber (260, 202) is configured to be stored in a depressurized state and then pressurized prior to operation. A method (400) of operating a single-use electrochemical sensor is also provided.
