A spray nozzle comprising an orifice piece is described where a nanoparticle-laden resistive material is provided with the orifice piece. Moreover, the nanoparticle-laden resistive material is physically formed to provide a measurable wear characteristic parameter, measurable by electrically energizing the nanoparticle-laden resistive material, indicative of an operational performance status of the spray nozzle. Embodiments of the present disclosure facilitate formation, application, and update of spray nozzle operational performance models to spray nozzle instances.
B05B 15/18 - Arrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for improving resistance to wear, e.g. inserts or coatingsArrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for indicating wearArrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for handling or replacing worn parts
G01N 3/56 - Investigating resistance to wear or abrasion
2.
MONITORING PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE STATUS OF A NOZZLE ORIFICE USING A NANOPARTICLE COATING SENSOR
A spray nozzle (1) comprising an orifice piece is described where a nanoparticle-laden resistive material (4) is provided with the orifice piece. Moreover, the nanoparticle-laden resistive material is physically formed to provide a measurable wear characteristic parameter, measurable by electrically energizing the nanoparticle-laden resistive material, indicative of an operational performance status of the spray nozzle. Embodiments of the present disclosure facilitate formation, application, and update of spray nozzle operational performance models to spray nozzle instances.
B05B 15/18 - Arrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for improving resistance to wear, e.g. inserts or coatingsArrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for indicating wearArrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for handling or replacing worn parts
G01M 5/00 - Investigating the elasticity of structures, e.g. deflection of bridges or aircraft wings
The spray gun comprises a barrel (12) with an angularly disposed handle (14), a barrel liquid supply conduit for directing liquid from a liquid supply to a discharge orifice of the barrel (12), and a valve stem disposed within the barrel liquid supply conduit for relative movement between discharge orifice (21) opening and closing positions. A magnet assembly (40A, 40B) comprising a pair of magnets (40A, 40B) disposed outside the liquid supply conduit is effective for biasing the valve stem to a discharge orifice closing position responsive to repelling magnetic force of the magnets, and a trigger (15) actuatable for moving the valve stem against the repelling magnetic force of the magnet assembly (40A, 40B) for opening the discharge orifice (21) with the opposing magnetic force of the magnets forcing the valve stem to a discharge orifice (21) closing position upon release of the trigger (15).
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 12/00 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area
A handheld spray gun effective for directing a high pressure turbulence free discharge spray. The spray gun comprises a barrel with an angularly disposed handle, a barrel liquid supply conduit for directing liquid from a liquid supply to a discharge orifice of the barrel, and a valve stem disposed within the barrel liquid supply conduit for relative movement between discharge orifice opening and closing positions. A magnet assembly comprising a pair of magnets disposed outside the liquid supply conduit is effective for biasing the valve stem to a discharge orifice closing position responsive to repelling magnetic force of the magnets, and a trigger actuatable for moving the valve stem against the repelling magnetic force of the magnet assembly for opening the discharge orifice with the opposing magnetic force of the magnets forcing the valve stem to a discharge orifice closing position upon release of the trigger.
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 1/34 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to influence the nature of flow of the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. to produce swirl
A pre-calibrated spray plane image acquisition device is described that includes, in a single fixed-form structure, both an image capture component configured to acquire an optical image of a field of view and a light plane generator configured to generate a planar light plane emitted from the pre-calibrated spray plane image acquisition device. A carrier frame structure includes rigid components for permanently maintaining the image capture component and the light plane generator in respective positions defining a permanent spatial relationship between the field of view of the image capture component and the light plane generated by the light plane generator.
A spray nozzle assembly includes a body and a spray tip supported on the body. The spray tip includes a fluid inlet passage that terminates in an end wall. An annular discharge passage is arranged in the spray tip downstream of the end wall and the fluid inlet passage. The annular discharge passage defines a circular ridge in an external downstream surface of the spray tip. A plurality of discharge orifices through which fluid is discharged from the spray tip provided in the circular ridge. Each discharge orifice communicates with the annular discharge orifice and is formed in a respective notch in the circular ridge with each notch having at least one sidewall that defines a deflector surface for the respective discharge orifice.
B05B 1/04 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in flat form, e.g. fan-like, sheet-like
B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 1/08 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops of pulsating nature, e.g. delivering liquid in successive separate quantities
7.
SPRAY NOZZLE WITH MULTIPLE DISCHARGE ORIFICES FOR PRODUCING FULL CONE SPRAY PATTERN
A spray nozzle assembly includes a body and a spray tip supported on the body. The spray tip includes a fluid inlet passage that terminates in an end wall. An annular discharge passage is arranged in the spray tip downstream of the end wall and the fluid inlet passage. The annular discharge passage defines a circular ridge in an external downstream surface of the spray tip. A plurality of discharge orifices through which fluid is discharged from the spray tip provided in the circular ridge. Each discharge orifice communicates with the annular discharge orifice and is formed in a respective notch in the circular ridge with each notch having at least one sidewall that defines a deflector surface for the respective discharge orifice.
B05B 1/06 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in annular, tubular or hollow conical form
8.
MULTI-OUTLET SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY WITH DUAL CHECK VALVES
A liquid spraying system having an elongated spray boom with a plurality of spray nozzle assemblies supported thereon. Each spray nozzle assembly has a compact design with first spray nozzle supported on an underside of the spray boom and a turret spray nozzle on a lateral side. Fluid control check valves for the spray nozzles are supported on respective check valve support sections having have annular liquid supply passages offset from each with lateral sides in overlapping relation defining a common liquid inlet to the check valves for directly receiving liquid from a nozzle body inlet passage for more efficient operation. The check valve support sections are in laterally adjacent, longitudinally offset relation to each for defining clearance spaces opening under the spray boom for accommodating potentially interfering items suspended from the spray boom.
B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
9.
ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY DRIED OIL POWDERS AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF
Provided is a method of providing an oil emulsion powder comprising electrostatic spray drying an emulsion comprising at least one oil, an encapsulating agent, and optionally an emulsifier at an inlet temperature of 150° C. or below and an exhaust temperature of 100° C. or below.
B01J 13/04 - Making microcapsules or microballoons by physical processes, e.g. drying, spraying
A23D 7/005 - Edible oil or fat compositions containing an aqueous phase, e.g. margarines characterised by ingredients other than fatty acid triglycerides
A23D 7/01 - Other fatty acid esters, e.g. phosphatides
A liquid spraying system having an elongated spray boom with a plurality of spray nozzle assemblies supported thereon. Each spray nozzle assembly has a compact design with first spray nozzle supported on an underside of the spray boom and a turret spray nozzle on a lateral side. Fluid control check valves for the spray nozzles are supported on respective check valve support sections having have annular liquid supply passages offset from each with lateral sides in overlapping relation defining a common liquid inlet to the check valves for directly receiving liquid from a nozzle body inlet passage for more efficient operation. The check valve support sections are in laterally adjacent, longitudinally offset relation to each for defining clearance spaces opening under the spray boom for accommodating potentially interfering items suspended from the spray boom.
A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
B05B 1/20 - Perforated pipes or troughs, e.g. spray boomsOutlet elements therefor
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 1/16 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening having selectively-effective outlets
11.
SPRAY NOZZLE BODY FOR USE WITH ON/OFF LIQUID SUPPLY CONTROL
A spray nozzle assembly having a nozzle body, a spray tip at a downstream end of the nozzle body, and an on/off control for cyclically directing fluid from a fluid supply through an elongated discharge passage of the nozzle body for discharge from the spray tip. The nozzle body discharge passage is sized sufficiently small such that the fluid supply and on/off fluid control are operable for directing fluid through the discharge passage at a rate sufficient that entrained air in the fluid is transmitted with the fluid for discharge through the spray tip. In one embodiment, the nozzle body discharge passage is formed in the nozzle body, in another embodiment the discharge passage is formed in a removable insert of the nozzle body; and in a further embodiment the on/off control discharge passage is operable for supplying fluid to a plurality of turret mounted spray tips.
B05B 1/16 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening having selectively-effective outlets
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 15/65 - Mounting arrangements for fluid connection of the spraying apparatus or its outlets to flow conduits
B05B 1/08 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops of pulsating nature, e.g. delivering liquid in successive separate quantities
A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Business consulting and project coordination in the field of water conservation, energy and material use efficiency, decreasing waste, minimizing environmental impact, and improving worker safety. Maintenance of spraying installations and systems.
A spray system for mixing multi-part liquids and spraying a mixed liquid product onto a spray target includes first and second spray nozzles. The first spray nozzle dispenses a first constituent liquid part of the mixed liquid. A second spray nozzle dispenses a second constituent liquid part of the mixed liquid product. The first spray nozzle and the second spray nozzle are oriented relative to each other and the spray target such that the first constituent liquid part and the second constituent liquid part impinge on each other while airborne and prior to reaching the spray target.
A spray system (10) for applying an amount of a liquid to a material that is a function of the unit weight of the material as the material is moving via a conveyor system (12), the spray system (10) includes a spray nozzle (24) oriented to discharge liquid on the material (14) being conveyed. A weight measurement system (28) includes a first sensor (30) and a second sensor (50). A programmable logic controller (PLC) configured to determine a total volume of material conveyed per a unit of time and determine a weight of the material being conveyed per the unit of time using a bulk density of the material being conveyed. A spray configured to vary a cycle of actuation of the spray nozzle (24) between the closed and open positions to discharge a desired amount of the liquid based on the weight per unit time of the material being conveyed.
B05B 13/02 - Means for supporting workArrangement or mounting of spray headsAdaptation or arrangement of means for feeding work
B05B 12/12 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target responsive to conditions of ambient medium or target, e.g. humidity, temperature
B01F 27/50 - Pipe mixers, i.e. mixers wherein the materials to be mixed flow continuously through pipes, e.g. column mixers
B01F 27/60 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a horizontal or inclined axis
B01J 2/00 - Processes or devices for granulating materials, in generalRendering particulate materials free flowing in general, e.g. making them hydrophobic
A23P 20/12 - Apparatus or processes for applying powders or particles to foodstuffs, e.g. for breadingSuch apparatus combined with means for pre-moistening or battering
A spray system for mixing multi-part liquids and spraying a mixed liquid product onto a spray target includes first and second spray nozzles. The first spray nozzle dispenses a first constituent liquid part of the mixed liquid. A second spray nozzle dispenses a second constituent liquid part of the mixed liquid product. The first spray nozzle and the second spray nozzle are oriented relative to each other and the spray target such that the first constituent liquid part and the second constituent liquid part impinge on each other while airborne and prior to reaching the spray target.
A spray system for applying an amount of a liquid to a material that is a function of the unit weight of the material as the material is moving via a conveyor system, the spray system includes a spray nozzle oriented to discharge liquid on the material being conveyed. A weight measurement system includes a first sensor and a second sensor. A programmable logic controller (PLC) configured to determine a total volume of material conveyed per a unit of time and determine a weight of the material being conveyed per the unit of time using a bulk density of the material being conveyed. A spray configured to vary a cycle of actuation of the spray nozzle between the closed and open positions to discharge a desired amount of the liquid based on the weight per unit time of the material being conveyed.
B05B 12/12 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target responsive to conditions of ambient medium or target, e.g. humidity, temperature
18.
LIQUID DISPENSING SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY FOR RAPIDLY PRODUCING SMALL SIZED DROPLETS OF HIGHLY VISCOUS LIQUIDS
A modular liquid distribution system (10) in which each module (12) has a module body, a spray nozzle (30), and a cyclically operable piston for controlling the dispensing of high viscous liquids from the spray nozzle (30). Each spray nozzle (30) has a nozzle body with a liquid inlet and a tear dropped shaped pintle (83) which together with the nozzle body defines an expansion chamber that reduces velocity of the liquid sufficient to be dispensed in small droplet form without splattering.
B05B 1/34 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to influence the nature of flow of the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. to produce swirl
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
19.
SHREDDED RECYCLED CARDBOARD FILLED PACKAGING CUSHION AND METHOD OF MAKING PACKAGING CUSHION USING RECYCLED CARDBOARD MATERIAL
A packaging cushion includes a pouch that defines a hollow interior space. The pouch is made of a paper material. A fill material is contained within the hollow interior space of the pouch. The fill material consists of loose, used packaging material.
B65D 81/05 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents specially adapted to protect contents from mechanical damage maintaining contents at spaced relation from package walls, or from other contents
B31D 5/00 - Multiple-step processes for making three-dimensional articles
20.
SHREDDED RECYCLED CARDBOARD FILLED PACKAGING CUSHION AND METHOD OF MAKING PACKAGING CUSHION USING RECYCLED CARDBOARD MATERIAL
A packaging cushion includes a pouch that defines a hollow interior space. The pouch is made of a paper material. A fill material is contained within the hollow interior space of the pouch. The fill material consists of loose, used packaging material.
B65D 81/05 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents specially adapted to protect contents from mechanical damage maintaining contents at spaced relation from package walls, or from other contents
B31D 5/00 - Multiple-step processes for making three-dimensional articles
21.
SPOT WEED DETECTION AND TREATMENT WITHIN A FIELD OF VIEW IN ACCORDANCE WITH MACHINE LEARNING TRAINING
A weed spot-spraying system is described for carrying out a spot-based weed spraying method based upon a classification value rendered from a sub-field image in accordance with a machine learning-based trained model applied by a processor to the sub-field image. The system includes a camera; a spray nozzle assembly including a spray nozzle; and a processor. The method carried out by the system includes acquiring, by the camera, a full field of view image of a crop floor. The method further includes extracting, from the full field of view image, a sub-field image corresponding to the spray nozzle positioned to provide a spray field extending over a part of the crop floor depicted in the sub-field image; rendering, by the processor in accordance with the machine learning-based trained model, a classification for the sub-field image; and selectively activating the spray nozzle in accordance with the classification for the sub-field image.
A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
G06V 10/764 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using classification, e.g. of video objects
G06V 10/82 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using neural networks
A spray nozzle assembly includes a nozzle cap body and a deflector cap. The nozzle cap body having a fluid passage extending there through. The downstream end of the fluid passage being defined by an end wall having a discharge orifice. The end wall defines an exterior end surface of the cap body. A deflector cap is arranged at a downstream end of the cap body. The deflector cap has an upstream end defining a deflector surface spaced from the exterior end surface of the nozzle body in a longitudinal direction of the spray nozzle assembly and opposing the discharge orifice. The exterior end surface of the cap body and the deflector surface define a radially outwardly extending, annular discharge passage communicating with the discharge orifice and that together with the discharge orifice produces a full hollow cone spray discharge pattern.
B05B 1/04 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in flat form, e.g. fan-like, sheet-like
23.
SPOT WEED DETECTION AND TREATMENT WITHIN A FIELD OF VIEW IN ACCORDANCE WITH MACHINE LEARNING TRAINING
A weed spot-spraying system is described for carrying out a spot-based weed spraying method based upon a classification value rendered from a sub-field image in accordance with a machine learning-based trained model applied by a processor to the sub-field image. The system includes a camera; a spray nozzle assembly including a spray nozzle; and a processor. The method carried out by the system includes acquiring, by the camera, a full field of view image of a crop floor. The method further includes extracting, from the full field of view image, a sub-field image corresponding to the spray nozzle positioned to provide a spray field extending over a part of the crop floor depicted in the sub-field image; rendering, by the processor in accordance with the machine learning-based trained model, a classification for the sub-field image; and selectively activating the spray nozzle in accordance with the classification for the sub-field image.
A01M 21/04 - Apparatus for destruction by steam, chemicals, burning, or electricity
G06V 10/22 - Image preprocessing by selection of a specific region containing or referencing a patternLocating or processing of specific regions to guide the detection or recognition
G06V 10/764 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using classification, e.g. of video objects
G06V 10/774 - Generating sets of training patternsBootstrap methods, e.g. bagging or boosting
A spray nozzle assembly includes a nozzle cap body and a deflector cap. The nozzle cap body having a fluid passage extending there through. The downstream end of the fluid passage being defined by an end wall having a discharge orifice. The end wall defines an exterior end surface of the cap body. A deflector cap is arranged at a downstream end of the cap body. The deflector cap has an upstream end defining a deflector surface spaced from the exterior end surface of the nozzle body in a longitudinal direction of the spray nozzle assembly and opposing the discharge orifice. The exterior end surface of the cap body and the deflector surface define a radially outwardly extending, annular discharge passage communicating with the discharge orifice and that together with the discharge orifice produces a full hollow cone spray discharge pattern.
B05B 1/06 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in annular, tubular or hollow conical form
B05B 1/26 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with means for mechanically breaking-up or deflecting the jet after discharge, e.g. with fixed deflectorsBreaking-up the discharged liquid or other fluent material by impinging jets
A pre-calibrated spray plane image acquisition device is described that includes, in a single fixed-form structure, both an image capture component configured to acquire an optical image of a field of view and a light plane generator configured to generate a planar light plane emitted from the pre-calibrated spray plane image acquisition device. A carrier frame structure includes rigid components for permanently maintaining the image capture component and the light plane generator in respective positions defining a permanent spatial relationship between the field of view of the image capture component and the light plane generated by the light plane generator.
(1) Machine parts, namely, spray nozzles and manifolds with a non-threaded connecting mechanism, which are parts of power operated sprayers for industrial use.
Machine parts, namely, spray nozzles and manifolds with a non-threaded connecting mechanism, which are parts of power operated sprayers for industrial use.
28.
CONTROLLABLY PROVIDING A COATING OF NANOPARTICLES ON A CONVEYED SUBSTRATE
A spray system and method are described for controllably applying a coating of nanoparticles to a substrate. In particular, spray system arrangements are described that are configured to meet the goals of high quality nanoparticle deposition on a substrate with minimal waste of costly nanoparticle material. More particularly, a nanoparticle spray system is described herein that includes: a spray nozzle configured to emit a nanoparticle-laden spray flow; a conveyed substrate configured to be conveyed at a velocity; and a controller configured to operate in a feedback loop such that nanoparticles of the nanoparticle-laden spray flow are controllably deposited on a surface of the conveyed substrate.
B05B 5/00 - Electrostatic spraying apparatusSpraying apparatus with means for charging the spray electricallyApparatus for spraying liquids or other fluent materials by other electric means
B05B 5/025 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns
29.
CONTROLLABLY PROVIDING A COATING OF NANOPARTICLES ON A CONVEYED SUBSTRATE
A spray system and method are described for controllably applying a coating of nanoparticles to a substrate. In particular, spray system arrangements are described that are configured to meet the goals of high quality nanoparticle deposition on a substrate with minimal waste of costly nanoparticle material. More particularly, a nanoparticle spray system is described herein that includes: a spray nozzle configured to emit a nanoparticle-laden spray flow; a conveyed substrate configured to be conveyed at a velocity; and a controller configured to operate in a feedback loop such that nanoparticles of the nanoparticle-laden spray flow are controllably deposited on a surface of the conveyed substrate.
B05B 5/08 - Plant for applying liquids or other fluent materials to objects
B05B 7/00 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquids or other fluent materials from two or more sources, e.g. of liquid and air, of powder and gas
B05D 1/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by spraying
B05B 12/18 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area for controlling the spray area using fluids, e.g. gas streams
B05B 13/02 - Means for supporting workArrangement or mounting of spray headsAdaptation or arrangement of means for feeding work
B05D 1/04 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by spraying involving the use of an electrostatic field
B05D 1/30 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by gravity only, i.e. flow coating
B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
B05D 3/04 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to gases
30.
NARROW POINT ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY AND LUBRICANT DISPENSING SYSTEM
B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
B05B 5/025 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns
31.
NARROW POINT ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY AND LUBRICANT DISPENSING SYSTEM
A liquid dispensing system (10) for dispensing highly viscous liquids such as lubricating oil. The system (10) includes a nozzle body (20) and elongated electrode (22) that define an annular liquid flow passage (46) communicating with a protruding conically configured terminal end (40) of the electrode. An end cap of the nozzle body defines a plurality of circumferentially spaced discharge orifices (49a) about the electrode (22) for controlling the discharge of electrically charged liquid onto the terminal end of the electrode for direction therefrom in a thin line, having a width of less than 0.1524 cm (0.06 inches).
B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
B05B 5/025 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns
32.
NARROW POINT ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY AND LUBRICANT DISPENSING SYSTEM
A liquid dispensing system for dispensing highly viscous liquids such as lubricating oil. The system includes a nozzle body and elongated electrode that define an annular liquid flow passage communicating with a protruding conically configured terminal end of the electrode. An end cap of the nozzle body defines a plurality of circumferentially spaced discharge orifices about the electrode for controlling the discharge of electrically charged liquid onto the terminal end of the electrode for direction therefrom in a thin line, having a width of less than 0.06 inches.
B05B 5/035 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns characterised by gasless spraying
B05B 5/053 - Arrangements for supplying power, e.g. charging power
F16N 7/00 - Arrangements for supplying oil or unspecified lubricant from a stationary reservoir or the equivalent in or on the machine or member to be lubricated
A fluidized bed coating system for coating substrate particles with liquid and powder. The system includes a vessel having a particle separating partition that divides an internal chamber of the vessel into up-bed and down-bed regions. An upstanding spray nozzle within the particle separating partition for directing pressurized coating liquid upwardly into the up-bed region such that particles are liquid coated as they circulate through the up-bed and down-bed regions. A coating powder directing system is provided that includes a controller managed powder delivery manifold for directing coating powder and pressurized gas under the particle separating partition and below the discharge orifices of the spray nozzle for coating the liquid coated particles with a uniform thickness of coating powder as they are recirculated through the up-bed and down-bed regions.
B01J 2/00 - Processes or devices for granulating materials, in generalRendering particulate materials free flowing in general, e.g. making them hydrophobic
B01J 2/16 - Processes or devices for granulating materials, in generalRendering particulate materials free flowing in general, e.g. making them hydrophobic by suspending the powder material in a gas, e.g. in fluidised beds or as a falling curtain
B01J 8/24 - Chemical or physical processes in general, conducted in the presence of fluids and solid particlesApparatus for such processes with fluidised particles according to "fluidised-bed" technique
A fluidized bed coating system for coating substrate particles with liquid and powder. The system includes a vessel having a particle separating partition that divides an internal chamber of the vessel into up-bed and down-bed regions. An upstanding spray nozzle within the particle separating partition for directing pressurized coating liquid upwardly into the up-bed region such that particles are liquid coated as they circulate through the up-bed and down-bed regions. A coating powder directing system is provided that includes a controller managed powder delivery manifold for directing coating powder and pressurized gas under the particle separating partition and below the discharge orifices of the spray nozzle for coating the liquid coated particles with a uniform thickness of coating powder as they are recirculated through the up-bed and down-bed regions.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Electronic, vision-based control systems for agricultural
sprayers - relying on artificial intelligence - comprised of
electronic control consoles, edge and cloud computing,
electronically operated flow meters and pressure sensors,
flow and/or pressure control valves, electronically
activated spray nozzles (valves), ground speed sensors,
precision injection pumps and chemical containers, sold as a
unit with agricultural sprayers; computer software and
computer hardware for use in operating electronic control
systems of agricultural sprayers; GPS tracking devices, boom
leveling and auto steer and guidance systems for
agricultural and farm machinery, comprised of computer
monitors, transmitters, receivers and network interface
devices.
36.
BOOM MOUNTED SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY WITH COMPACT MULTI SPRAY NOZZLE DESIGN
A liquid spray boom for supporting a plurality of spray nozzle assemblies each having a compact design that enables transfer and storage of the spray boom with lesser tendency for damage. The spray nozzle assemblies each include a liquid inlet section and a pair of spray nozzle liquid supply and support legs extending from the liquid inlet section in forward transverse relation to the spray boom and at an acute angle to each other. A spray nozzle is removably mounted on each nozzle body liquid supply leg with a respective check valve disposed in rearward relation to the spray nozzle. The liquid inlet section, Y body, and supporting components for the spray nozzles and check valve are adapted for quick disconnect assembly and disassembly.
B05B 15/16 - Arrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for preventing non-intended contact between spray heads or nozzles and foreign bodies, e.g. nozzle guards
B05B 15/658 - Mounting arrangements for fluid connection of the spraying apparatus or its outlets to flow conduits the spraying apparatus or its outlet axis being perpendicular to the flow conduit
B05B 12/00 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area
B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Industrial research services in the field of spray analysis and modeling, namely, using simulation techniques to analyze and improve spraying applications and processes, excluding the use of virtual reality software and manual painting processes for cost estimation and human factors considerations
A flowmeter and method for measuring flow includes a container having a sidewall with an open end for collecting material in a cavity. A capacitive electrode is associated with the cavity and connected to a controller, which includes a power source that operates the capacitive electrode and a processing unit configured for receiving and processing signals from the capacitive electrode. The processor is programmed and configured to process the signals to determine a volume of material present in the collection cavity and a rate of change of the volume of material present in the collection cavity.
A flowmeter and method for measuring flow includes a container having a sidewall with an open end for collecting material in a cavity. A capacitive electrode is associated with the cavity and connected to a controller, which includes a power source that operates the capacitive electrode and a processing unit configured for receiving and processing signals from the capacitive electrode. The processor is programmed and configured to process the signals to determine a volume of material present in the collection cavity and a rate of change of the volume of material present in the collection cavity.
G01F 23/26 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of capacity or inductance of capacitors or inductors arising from the presence of liquid or fluent solid material in the electric or electromagnetic fields
G01F 1/56 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using electric or magnetic effects
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Electronic, vision-based control systems for agricultural sprayers - relying on artificial intelligence - comprised of electronic control consoles, edge and cloud computing, electronically operated flow meters and pressure sensors, flow and/or pressure control valves, electronically activated spray nozzles (valves), ground speed sensors, precision injection pumps and chemical containers, sold as a unit with agricultural sprayers; computer software and computer hardware for use in operating electronic control systems of agricultural sprayers; GPS tracking devices, boom leveling and auto steer and guidance systems for agricultural and farm machinery, comprised of computer monitors, transmitters, receivers and network interface devices.
A poultry processing system having a cleaning station, a scalding station, a picker station and a transfer line for supporting a poultry carcass head down through the processing stations. The cleaning station including a plurality of spray manifolds coupled to a cleaning liquid supply each having a plurality of spaced apart spray nozzles for directing cleaning liquid onto the carcasses from the tail to head as they are transferred through the cleaning station for removing dirt, fecal material, and other foreign matter from the carcasses prior to transfer to the scalding and picker stations.
A poultry processing system having a cleaning station, a scalding station, a picker station and a transfer line for supporting a poultry carcass head down through the processing stations. The cleaning station including a plurality of spray manifolds coupled to a cleaning liquid supply each having a plurality of spaced apart spray nozzles for directing cleaning liquid onto the carcasses from the tail to head as they are transferred through the cleaning station for removing dirt, fecal material, and other foreign matter from the carcasses prior to transfer to the scalding and picker stations.
Provided is a method of providing an active compound powder comprising electrostatic spray drying a formulation comprising at least one active compound, an encapsulating agent, and optionally an excipient at an inlet temperature of 150 °C or below and an exhaust temperature of 100 °C or below, wherein electrical charge is applied externally to droplets of active compound formulation feedstock liquid.
A23P 10/47 - Making free-flowing powder or instant powder, i.e. powder which is reconstituted rapidly when liquid is added using additives, e.g. emulsifiers, wetting agents or dust-binding agents
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ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY NOZZLE INCLUDING INDUCTION RING
A23P 10/47 - Making free-flowing powder or instant powder, i.e. powder which is reconstituted rapidly when liquid is added using additives, e.g. emulsifiers, wetting agents or dust-binding agents
B05B 5/03 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns characterised by the use of gas
B05B 5/043 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns using induction-charging
B05B 5/053 - Arrangements for supplying power, e.g. charging power
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ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY DRIED ACTIVE COMPOUND POWDERS AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF
A23P 10/35 - Encapsulation of particles, e.g. foodstuff additives with oils, lipids, monoglycerides or diglycerides
A23P 10/47 - Making free-flowing powder or instant powder, i.e. powder which is reconstituted rapidly when liquid is added using additives, e.g. emulsifiers, wetting agents or dust-binding agents
49.
ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY NOZZLE INCLUDING INDUCTION RING
An electrostatic spray nozzle assembly is described that includes an induction ring and a fluid tip. The induction ring generates an electrical field for inducing an electrical charge on droplets of a feedstock liquid from the fluid tip that pass through an opening of the induction ring. The induction ring is electrically coupled to an electrical induction field source via a first conductive path provided by conductive surfaces of: a nozzle head holding the induction ring, and a purge gas tube holding the nozzle head. Feedstock flowing through the fluid tip is electrically coupled to a charge carrier source via a second conductive path provided by at least a conductive surface of a fluid tube coupled to the fluid tip. The first conductive path and the second conductive path are electrically isolated by an insulating barrier.
B05B 5/043 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns using induction-charging
B05B 5/00 - Electrostatic spraying apparatusSpraying apparatus with means for charging the spray electricallyApparatus for spraying liquids or other fluent materials by other electric means
B05B 5/03 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns characterised by the use of gas
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ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY NOZZLE INCLUDING INDUCTION RING
An electrostatic spray nozzle assembly (130) is described that includes an induction ring (210) and a fluid tip (280). The induction ring generates an electrical field for inducing an electrical charge on droplets of a feedstock liquid from the fluid tip that pass through an opening (215) of the induction ring. The induction ring is electrically coupled to an electrical induction field source (250) via a first conductive path provided by conductive surfaces of: a nozzle head (230) holding the induction ring, and a purge gas tube (240) holding the nozzle head. Feedstock flowing through the fluid tip is electrically coupled to a charge carrier source (275) via a second conductive path provided by at least a conductive surface of a fluid tube (285) coupled to the fluid tip. The first conductive path and the second conductive path are electrically isolated by an insulating barrier.
B05B 5/03 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns characterised by the use of gas
A23P 10/47 - Making free-flowing powder or instant powder, i.e. powder which is reconstituted rapidly when liquid is added using additives, e.g. emulsifiers, wetting agents or dust-binding agents
B05B 5/043 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns using induction-charging
B05B 5/053 - Arrangements for supplying power, e.g. charging power
An electrostatic sprayer operable at high flow rates and low pressures particularly suitable for spray drying. The sprayer includes an elongated body having a downstream spray nozzle assembly through which electrically charged liquid is directed via a central feed tube within the nozzle body and atomizing air is supplied via an annular passage about the liquid feed tube. In one embodiment, the nozzle assembly is an external mix cluster head spray nozzle assembly having a plurality of circumferentially spaced metallic spray tips. In another embodiment, the spray nozzle is an internal mix nozzle assembly having a spray tip with an internal mixing chamber for atomizing liquid prior to discharge.
B05B 5/03 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns characterised by the use of gas
B05B 5/043 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns using induction-charging
B05B 5/10 - Arrangements for supplying power, e.g. charging power
B05B 7/06 - Spray pistolsApparatus for discharge with one outlet orifice surrounding another approximately in the same plane
B05B 7/08 - Spray pistolsApparatus for discharge with separate outlet orifices, e.g. to form parallel jets, to form intersecting jets
B05B 15/18 - Arrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for improving resistance to wear, e.g. inserts or coatingsArrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for indicating wearArrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for handling or replacing worn parts
F26B 3/12 - Drying solid materials or objects by processes involving the application of heat by convection, i.e. heat being conveyed from a heat source to the materials or objects to be dried by a gas or vapour, e.g. air the gas or vapour carrying the materials or objects to be dried with it in the form of a spray
A sensor air shield assembly includes a housing having a sensor mount. A sensor is supported on the sensor mount. The sensor has a lens. An air inlet is provided on the housing. An air passage is provided in the housing in communication with the air inlet. A discharge orifice is provided in the housing and in communication with the air passage. The discharge orifice is arranged on the housing in proximity to the sensor lens and directed such that air exiting the discharge orifice passes across the lens of the sensor.
B05B 12/18 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area for controlling the spray area using fluids, e.g. gas streams
B05B 12/12 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target responsive to conditions of ambient medium or target, e.g. humidity, temperature
A sensor air shield assembly (42) includes a housing having a sensor mount. A sensor (32) is supported on the sensor mount. The sensor has a lens (34). An air inlet is provided on the housing (44). An air passage is provided in the housing (44) in communication with the air inlet. A discharge orifice is provided in the housing and in communication with the air passage. The discharge orifice is arranged on the housing in proximity to the sensor lens and directed such that air exiting the discharge orifice passes across the lens (34) of the sensor.
A system and method for measuring concentration of oxidation ions in a solution includes a conduit that contains the solution at least temporarily, a pH sensor associated with the conduit and configured to provide a pH signal indicative of a pH of the solution, an oxidation reduction probe (ORP) associated with the conduit and configured to provide an ORP signal indicative of an oxidation reduction of the solution, and a controller configured to receive and process the pH signal and the ORP signal, wherein the controller calculates a concentration of oxidation ions in the solution based on the pH and ORP signals.
G01N 27/27 - Association of two or more measuring systems or cells, each measuring a different parameter, where the measurement results may be either used independently, the systems or cells being physically associated, or combined to produce a value for a further parameter
A system and method for measuring concentration of oxidation ions in a solution includes a conduit that contains the solution at least temporarily, a pH sensor associated with the conduit and configured to provide a pH signal indicative of a pH of the solution, an oxidation reduction probe (ORP) associated with the conduit and configured to provide an ORP signal indicative of an oxidation reduction of the solution, and a controller configured to receive and process the pH signal and the ORP signal, wherein the controller calculates a concentration of oxidation ions in the solution based on the pH and ORP signals.
Provided is a method of providing an oil emulsion powder comprising electrostatic spray drying an emulsion comprising at least one oil, an encapsulating agent, and optionally an emulsifier at an inlet temperature of 150 °C or below and an exhaust temperature of 100 °C or below.
A23P 10/35 - Encapsulation of particles, e.g. foodstuff additives with oils, lipids, monoglycerides or diglycerides
A23P 10/47 - Making free-flowing powder or instant powder, i.e. powder which is reconstituted rapidly when liquid is added using additives, e.g. emulsifiers, wetting agents or dust-binding agents
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ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY DRIED OIL POWDERS AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF
Provided is a method of providing an oil emulsion powder comprising electrostatic spray drying an emulsion comprising at least one oil, an encapsulating agent, and optionally an emulsifier at an inlet temperature of 150 °C or below and an exhaust temperature of 100 °C or below.
A23P 10/47 - Making free-flowing powder or instant powder, i.e. powder which is reconstituted rapidly when liquid is added using additives, e.g. emulsifiers, wetting agents or dust-binding agents
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ELECTROSTATIC CENTRIFUGAL SPRAYER WITH PULSED OR CONTINUOUS DIRECT ELECTRIFICATION
An electrostatic centrifugal spraying system for direct electrification includes a tank configured to store liquid. The tank includes an internal dielectric surface and an external conducting surface, wherein when the liquid is stored in the tank, the tank is configured to act as a capacitor storing electrical energy for electrostatic spraying. The spraying system further includes a power supply, configured to electrify liquid drops of the stored liquid, and a spray nozzle, comprising a spray disk for blowing the electrified liquid drops unto a target.
B05B 5/00 - Electrostatic spraying apparatusSpraying apparatus with means for charging the spray electricallyApparatus for spraying liquids or other fluent materials by other electric means
B05B 5/04 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns characterised by having rotary outlet or deflecting elements
A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
A modular liquid distribution system in which each module has a module body, a spray nozzle, and a cyclically operable piston for controlling the dispensing of high viscous liquids from the spray nozzle. Each spray nozzle has a nozzle body with a liquid inlet and a tear dropped shaped pintle which together with the nozzle body defines an expansion chamber that reduces velocity of the liquid sufficient to be dispensed in small droplet form without splattering. In one embodiment, the nozzle body has a discharge orifice sized smaller than the outer diameter of the expansion chamber for accelerating liquid flow upon discharge sufficient to enhance consistent and repeatable breaks in the cyclically controlled fluid flow stream for enabling the discharge of smaller and more consistent volumes.
B05B 12/02 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area for controlling time, or sequence, of delivery
B05B 1/16 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening having selectively-effective outlets
B05B 1/26 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with means for mechanically breaking-up or deflecting the jet after discharge, e.g. with fixed deflectorsBreaking-up the discharged liquid or other fluent material by impinging jets
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 1/34 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to influence the nature of flow of the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. to produce swirl
F16K 31/122 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a piston
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LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH INTERNAL RECIRCULATION
bb) is moveable between (1) a retracted position that permits fluid flow from the fluid supply through the delivery tube (36) for discharge from a spray tip discharge orifice (38c) while blocking the communication of fluid through the fluid return tube (60) and (2) an extended position that blocks the fluid flow to the spray tip discharge orifice (38c) while directing fluid to the return tube (60) for recirculation in said fluid supply (21). An atomizing gas directing tube (31) is supported in surrounding relation to the fluid delivery tube (36), and the fluid delivery and return tubes (36, 60) and other internal flow directing components of the spray nozzle assembly are electrically charged in relation for enhanced electrostatic spraying.
B01D 1/18 - Evaporating by spraying to obtain dry solids
F26B 1/00 - Preliminary treatment of solid materials or objects to facilitate drying
F26B 3/12 - Drying solid materials or objects by processes involving the application of heat by convection, i.e. heat being conveyed from a heat source to the materials or objects to be dried by a gas or vapour, e.g. air the gas or vapour carrying the materials or objects to be dried with it in the form of a spray
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Electronic control systems for agricultural sprayers consisting primarily of web consoles, electronically operated flow meters and pressure sensors, flow and pressure relief valves for industrial use, electronic valves for controlling gas or fluids, ground sensors for determining speed, and also including precision injection pumps and chemical containers, sold as a unit; computer hardware and recorded computer software for operating electronic control systems for agricultural sprayers, sold as a unit; GPS tracking devices, and navigational systems for autonomous agricultural and farm machinery, namely, navigational systems for electronic sprayers comprised of computer monitors, transmitters, and receivers of electronic signals and computer network interface devices
A liquid spraying system having a liquid spray section and a controller for controlling liquid to the spray section. The controller includes a valve operable between multiple positions for controlling the supply of liquid to the spray section and enabling the flow of liquid from the spray section to a flow back line only after the liquid supply to the spray section has been terminated.
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
A01M 7/00 - Special adaptations or arrangements of liquid-spraying apparatus for purposes covered by this subclass
B05B 15/20 - Arrangements for agitating the material to be sprayed, e.g. for stirring, mixing or homogenising
B05B 15/40 - Filters located upstream of the spraying outlets
B05B 15/58 - Arrangements for cleaningArrangements for preventing deposits, drying-out or blockageArrangements for detecting improper discharge caused by the presence of foreign matter preventing deposits, drying-out or blockage by recirculating the fluid to be sprayed from upstream of the discharge opening back to the supplying means
B05B 15/658 - Mounting arrangements for fluid connection of the spraying apparatus or its outlets to flow conduits the spraying apparatus or its outlet axis being perpendicular to the flow conduit
B05B 9/04 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquid or other fluent material without essentially mixing with gas or vapour characterised by means for supplying liquid or other fluent material with pressurised or compressible containerSpraying apparatus for discharge of liquid or other fluent material without essentially mixing with gas or vapour characterised by means for supplying liquid or other fluent material with pump
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Optical spray pattern imaging apparatus including permanently integrated light plane and image capture components
A pre-calibrated spray plane image acquisition device is described that includes, in a single fixed-form structure, both an image capture component configured to acquire an optical image of a field of view and a light plane generator configured to generate a planar light plane emitted from the pre-calibrated spray plane image acquisition device. A carrier frame structure includes rigid components for permanently maintaining the image capture component and the light plane generator in respective positions defining a permanent spatial relationship between the field of view of the image capture component and the light plane generated by the light plane generator.
Provided is an electrostatic spray dried powdered milk product with a surface composition comprising at least 8% less fat compared to a spray dried powder of the same milk product. Further provided is a method of providing a powdered milk product comprising electrostatic spray drying a milk product at an inlet temperature of below 150° C. The electrostatic spray dried milk product powder has a surface composition with a reduced fat content and increased carbohydrate content relative to the same milk product powder prepared by high heat spray drying.
A networked spray application management arrangement is described herein. The spray application management arrangement includes a spray scan data server and a spray application. The spray scan application, in turn, includes: a spray nozzle monitoring apparatus that renders a process variable data indicative of a current status of a spray nozzle system; and a first network interface that sends a message comprising a data payload comprising information corresponding to the process variable data to the spray scan data server. The spray scan data server includes: a second network interface for receiving the message; a spray scan database for storing the information corresponding to the process variable data; and a spray scan data analysis engine.
G05B 19/4155 - Numerical control [NC], i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form characterised by programme execution, i.e. part programme or machine function execution, e.g. selection of a programme
H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
A networked spray application management arrangement is desribed herein. The spray application management arrangement includes a spray scan data server and a spray application. The spray scan application, in turn, includes: a spray nozzle monitoring apparatus that renders a process variable data indicative of a current status of a spray nozzle system; and a first network interface that sends a message comprising a data payload comprising information corresponding to the process variable data to the spray scan data server. The spray scan data server includes: a second network interface for receiving the message; a spray scan database for storing the information corresponding to the process variable data; and a spray scan data analysis engine.
B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
A liquid spraying system having an electrically operated pulse width modulation control for directing a modulated liquid discharge based upon frequency and duty cycle of a reciprocally operated liquid control valve. The spray nozzle assembly includes a nozzle body having an inwardly converging conical chamber communicating between an upstream liquid directing plate and a downstream liquid discharge passage. The liquid directing plate is formed with a one or more rings of circumferentially spaced liquid directing passages angularly oriented with respect to a central liquid flow axis of the nozzle body for directing liquid discharging from said nozzle body discharge passage into a predetermined conical spray pattern.
B05B 5/04 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns characterised by having rotary outlet or deflecting elements
B05B 5/00 - Electrostatic spraying apparatusSpraying apparatus with means for charging the spray electricallyApparatus for spraying liquids or other fluent materials by other electric means
B05B 12/06 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area for controlling time, or sequence, of delivery for effecting pulsating flow
B05B 13/02 - Means for supporting workArrangement or mounting of spray headsAdaptation or arrangement of means for feeding work
A liquid spraying system having an electrically operated pulse width modulation control for directing a modulated liquid discharge based upon frequency and duty cycle of a reciprocally operated liquid control valve. The spray nozzle assembly (15) includes a nozzle body (40) having an inwardly converging conical chamber communicating between an upstream liquid directing plate (41) and a downstream liquid discharge passage (46). The liquid directing plate is formed with a one or more rings of circumferentially spaced liquid directing passages (43) angularly oriented with respect to a central liquid flow axis of the nozzle body for directing liquid discharging from said nozzle body discharge passage into a predetermined conical spray pattern.
B05B 1/08 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops of pulsating nature, e.g. delivering liquid in successive separate quantities
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 1/34 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to influence the nature of flow of the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. to produce swirl
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Agricultural implement boom leveling controller and method
A system and method are described for controlled leveling of a multi-wing spray boom assembly. A multi-loop cascading controller arrangement includes a main controller that renders actuation control commands to an actuator controller for causing positioning of actuators of the multi-wing boom assembly to reduce a determined current position error of the assembly in relation to a determined contour. The main controller operates, according to a main controller repetition cycle period within which an actuation command is rendered for implementation by the actuator controller, to generate positioning commands to be carried out by the actuator controller. The actuator controller executes an actuator controller loop, independently of the main controller and in accordance with an actuator controller repetition cycle period having a duration that is independent of the main controller repetition cycle period, to generate control signals for the actuators of the multi-wing boom assembly.
A system and method are described for controlled leveling of a multi-wing spray boom assembly. A multi-loop cascading controller arrangement includes a main controller that renders actuation control commands to an actuator controller for causing positioning of actuators of the multi-wing boom assembly to reduce a determined current position error of the assembly in relation to a determined contour. The main controller operates, according to a main controller repetition cycle period within which an actuation command is rendered for implementation by the actuator controller, to generate positioning commands to be carried out by the actuator controller. The actuator controller executes an actuator controller loop, independently of the main controller and in accordance with an actuator controller repetition cycle period having a duration that is independent of the main controller repetition cycle period, to generate control signals for the actuators of the multi-wing boom assembly.
A system for cleaning filter cartridges having a cylindrically configured filter media. The cleaning system includes a tank for containing a cleaning liquid, and an open-sided cage for removably receiving and containing one of the filter cartridges to be cleaned. The cage is supported on a drive shaft of a motorized drive that is positionable for disposing the open-sided cage and filter cartridge contained therein in cleaning liquid in the tank and is selectively operable for rotating the open-sided cage and filter cartridge contained therein during a cleaning cycle for cleaning the filter media of the contained filter cartridge.
B01D 41/04 - Regeneration of the filtering material or filter elements outside the filter for liquid or gaseous fluids of rigid self-supporting filtering material
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Apparatus and method for cleaning filter cartridges
A system for cleaning filter cartridges having a cylindrically configured filter media. The cleaning system includes a tank for containing a cleaning liquid, and an open-sided cage for removably receiving and containing one of the filter cartridges to be cleaned. The cage is supported on a drive shaft of a motorized drive that is positionable for disposing the open-sided cage and filter cartridge contained therein in cleaning liquid in the tank and is selectively operable for rotating the open-sided cage and filter cartridge contained therein during a cleaning cycle for cleaning the filter media of the contained filter cartridge.
B01D 41/04 - Regeneration of the filtering material or filter elements outside the filter for liquid or gaseous fluids of rigid self-supporting filtering material
Spraying machines; spray nozzles being parts of machines; spray nozzle assemblies being parts of machines; holders and linking devices for spraying nozzles as parts of machines.
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INDUCTION DEVICE FOR ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY
An induction device for electrification of droplets of hydraulic nozzles comprises: an electrode comprising one or more attachment legs; and an induction electrode holder configured to receive the electrode, wherein the one or more attachment legs are fixed within tubular structures of the induction electrode holder, and wherein a finite distance is formed between an outer surface of each attachment leg in the one or more attachment legs and an inner surface of each tube of the tubular structures.
B05B 5/053 - Arrangements for supplying power, e.g. charging power
B05B 5/043 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns using induction-charging
B05B 1/04 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in flat form, e.g. fan-like, sheet-like
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LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH PRESSURIZED AIR OPERATED LIQUID CONTROL PISTONS
A modular liquid distribution system in which each module has a module body, a spray nozzle (30), and a piston (32) for controlling the dispensing of liquid from the nozzle (30). Each module has a pneumatically operated system for moving the piston (32) to an open position while facilitating quicker return movement to a closed position, enabling the dispensing of precisely controlled small droplet sized quantities of highly viscous liquids.
A modular liquid distribution system in which each module has a module body, a spray nozzle (30), and a piston (32) for controlling the dispensing of liquid from the nozzle (30). Each module has a pneumatically operated system for moving the piston (32) to an open position while facilitating quicker return movement to a closed position, enabling the dispensing of precisely controlled small droplet sized quantities of highly viscous liquids.
A modular liquid distribution system (10) in which each module (12) has a module body, a spray nozzle (30), and a piston (32) for controlling the dispensing of liquid from the nozzle (30). Each module (12) has a pneumatically operated system for moving the piston (32) to an open position while facilitating quicker return movement to a closed position, enabling the dispensing of precisely controlled small droplet sized quantities of highly viscous liquids..
A modular liquid distribution system (10) in which each module (12) has a module body, a spray nozzle (30), and a piston (32) for controlling the dispensing of liquid from the nozzle (30). Each module (12) has a pneumatically operated system for moving the piston (32) to an open position while facilitating quicker return movement to a closed position, enabling the dispensing of precisely controlled small droplet sized quantities of highly viscous liquids..
A modular liquid distribution system in which each module has a module body, a spray nozzle, and a piston for controlling the dispensing of liquid from the nozzle. Each module has a pneumatically operated system for moving the piston to an open position while facilitating quicker return movement to a closed position, enabling the dispensing of precisely controlled small droplet sized quantities of highly viscous liquids.
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 1/16 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening having selectively-effective outlets
F16K 31/122 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a piston
A modular liquid distribution system in which each module has a module body, a spray nozzle, and a piston for controlling the dispensing of liquid from the nozzle. Each module has a pneumatically operated system for moving the piston to an open position while facilitating quicker return movement to a closed position, enabling the dispensing of precisely controlled small droplet sized quantities of highly viscous liquids.
B05B 1/26 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with means for mechanically breaking-up or deflecting the jet after discharge, e.g. with fixed deflectorsBreaking-up the discharged liquid or other fluent material by impinging jets
B05B 1/16 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening having selectively-effective outlets
B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
B05B 1/34 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to influence the nature of flow of the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. to produce swirl
B05B 12/02 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area for controlling time, or sequence, of delivery
F16K 31/122 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a piston
An electrostatic spray drying system comprising an electrostatic spray nozzle for directing electrically charged liquid into a drying chamber, a drying gas inlet from which drying gas is simultaneously directed, and a conical powder direction plenum for receiving drying gas and entrained dried powder for direction to a filter containing powder separation plenum via a connecting conduit. The powder direction plenum and connecting conduit each have a surrounding water jacket heat exchanger through which cooling water is directed for cooling the drying gas and powder below damaging temperatures prior to entry into the powder separation plenum. The powder separation plenum has a return line for redirecting separated drying gas to the drying chamber through a condenser, blower, and heater for reuse in the system, with condensed water being selectively redirected to the inlet of the powder direction plenum heat exchanger and/or to the cooling water supply.
F26B 3/14 - Drying solid materials or objects by processes involving the application of heat by convection, i.e. heat being conveyed from a heat source to the materials or objects to be dried by a gas or vapour, e.g. air the materials or objects to be dried being moved by gravity
F26B 21/04 - Circulating air or gases in closed cycles, e.g. wholly within the drying enclosure partly outside the drying enclosure
An electrostatic spray drying system comprising an electrostatic spray nozzle for directing electrically charged liquid into a drying chamber, a drying gas inlet from which drying gas is simultaneously directed, and a conical powder direction plenum for receiving drying gas and entrained dried powder for direction to a filter containing powder separation plenum via a connecting conduit. The powder direction plenum and connecting conduit each have a surrounding water jacket heat exchanger through which cooling water is directed for cooling the drying gas and powder below damaging temperatures prior to entry into the powder separation plenum. The powder separation plenum has a return line for redirecting separated drying gas to the drying chamber through a condenser, blower, and heater for reuse in the system, with condensed water being selectively redirected to the inlet of the powder direction plenum heat exchanger and/or to the cooling water supply.
B05B 5/00 - Electrostatic spraying apparatusSpraying apparatus with means for charging the spray electricallyApparatus for spraying liquids or other fluent materials by other electric means
B01J 2/04 - Processes or devices for granulating materials, in generalRendering particulate materials free flowing in general, e.g. making them hydrophobic by dividing the liquid material into drops, e.g. by spraying, and solidifying the drops in a gaseous medium
B05B 5/08 - Plant for applying liquids or other fluent materials to objects
An electrostatic spray drying system comprising an electrostatic spray nozzle for directing electrically charged liquid into a drying chamber, a drying gas inlet from which drying gas is simultaneously directed, and a conical powder direction plenum for receiving drying gas and entrained dried powder for direction to a filter containing powder separation plenum via a connecting conduit. The powder direction plenum and connecting conduit each have a surrounding water jacket heat exchanger through which cooling water is directed for cooling the drying gas and powder below damaging temperatures prior to entry into the powder separation plenum. The powder separation plenum has a return line for redirecting separated drying gas to the drying chamber through a condenser, blower, and heater for reuse in the system, with condensed water being selectively redirected to the inlet of the powder direction plenum heat exchanger and/or to the cooling water supply.
F26B 3/14 - Drying solid materials or objects by processes involving the application of heat by convection, i.e. heat being conveyed from a heat source to the materials or objects to be dried by a gas or vapour, e.g. air the materials or objects to be dried being moved by gravity
An in-line instantaneous direct flow rate measurement arrangement for an electrostatic spraying system is described. The arrangement includes a liquid feed stock line (125) supplying a liquid feed stock (115). The arrangement further includes an electrostatic spray nozzle assembly including: a spray nozzle (130) and an electrode (140) configured to provide an electrical charge potential to the liquid feed stock (115) emitted by the spray nozzle (130). The arrangement also includes an in-line instantaneous flow rate measurement arrangement comprising: an electrically isolating pipe segment (155); and an in-line instantaneous flowmeter (150) configured to sense a flow rate of the liquid feed stock (115) passing through the electrically isolating pipe segment (155).
B05B 5/043 - Discharge apparatus, e.g. electrostatic spray guns using induction-charging
B01D 1/18 - Evaporating by spraying to obtain dry solids
B05B 12/00 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area
B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling deliveryArrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
F26B 3/12 - Drying solid materials or objects by processes involving the application of heat by convection, i.e. heat being conveyed from a heat source to the materials or objects to be dried by a gas or vapour, e.g. air the gas or vapour carrying the materials or objects to be dried with it in the form of a spray
G01F 1/00 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow
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BOOM MOUNTED SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY WITH COMPACT MULTI SPRAY NOZZLE DESIGN
A liquid spray boom for supporting a plurality of spray nozzle assemblies each having a compact design that enables transfer and storage of the spray boom with lesser tendency for damage. The spray nozzle assemblies each include a liquid inlet section and a pair of spray nozzle liquid supply and support legs extending from the liquid inlet section in forward transverse relation to the spray boom and at an acute angle to each other. A spray nozzle is removably mounted on each nozzle body liquid supply leg with a respective check valve disposed in rearward relation to the spray nozzle. The liquid inlet section, Y body, and supporting components for the spray nozzles and check valve are adapted for quick disconnect assembly and disassembly.
B05B 1/16 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening having selectively-effective outlets
92.
BOOM MOUNTED SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY WITH COMPACT MULTI SPRAY NOZZLE DESIGN
A liquid spray boom for supporting a plurality of spray nozzle assemblies each having a compact design that enables transfer and storage of the spray boom with lesser tendency for damage. The spray nozzle assemblies each include a liquid inlet section and a pair of spray nozzle liquid supply and support legs extending from the liquid inlet section in forward transverse relation to the spray boom and at an acute angle to each other. A spray nozzle is removably mounted on each nozzle body liquid supply leg with a respective check valve disposed in rearward relation to the spray nozzle. The liquid inlet section, Y body, and supporting components for the spray nozzles and check valve are adapted for quick disconnect assembly and disassembly.
B05B 1/16 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening having selectively-effective outlets
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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Online non-downloadable software for determining optimal spray nozzles and accessory requirements for industrial spray applications and allowing subsequent ordering of the selected spray nozzles and accessories over a global computer network
A spray nozzle assembly for directing thin, straight line, high pressure liquid spray onto moving steel slabs for penetrating and removing scale buildup in steel processing operations. The spray nozzle assembly includes a liquid inlet defined by an upstream strainer and a downstream high impact attachment tube for accelerating liquid flow. A one-piece multi-stage liquid straightening vane segment is disposed within a central liquid flow passage of the nozzle assembly for more effectively reducing liquid turbulence of the high pressure liquid flow with resultant improved control in the tightness of the thin, flat spray panner. The one-piece vane segment further is adapted for efficient assembly and replacement in the spray nozzle assembly without the need for handling and precise alignment of a plurality of individual vane elements.
B05B 1/10 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in the form of a fine jet, e.g. for use in wind-screen washers
B08B 3/02 - Cleaning by the force of jets or sprays
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Steering controller and method for steering a tracking path of a trailer
A method and system are described for controlled supplemental steering, by actuating a supplemental steering element, of a trailing implement connectable via a hitch to a pulling source, and wherein the trailing implement includes a pair of parallel wheels, a controller, a position sensing system that generates a hitch position history comprising a stored set of recent positions of the hitch point, and a steering angle actuator. The method carried out by the system includes maintaining a history of positions of the hitch, determining a target steering angle for the supplemental steering element, and actuating the steering angle actuator in accordance with the target steering angle. During the maintaining the history of positions of the hitch, the history of positions of the hitch is updated by performing a rotation operation and a translation operation on a set of coordinates of the history corresponding to previous hitch positions.
A method and system are described for controlled supplemental steering, by actuating a supplemental steering element, of a trailing implement (20) connectable via a hitch to a pulling source (10), and wherein the trailing implement (20) includes a pair of parallel wheels, a controller, a position sensing system that generates a hitch position history comprising a stored set of recent positions of the hitch point, and a steering angle actuator. The method carried out by the system includes maintaining a history of positions of the hitch, determining a target steering angle for the supplemental steering element, and actuating the steering angle actuator in accordance with the target steering angle. During the maintaining the history of positions of the hitch, the history of positions of the hitch is updated by performing a rotation operation and a translation operation on a set of coordinates of the history corresponding to previous hitch positions.
