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G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles 11
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G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated 10
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1.

MACHINE OPERATIONAL STATE AND MATERIAL MOVEMENT TRACKING

      
Application Number 18938995
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-11-06
First Publication Date 2025-02-20
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

An apparatus, a system and a method indirectly detect the operational state of a machine among a plurality of operational states and track the movement of a material through a plurality of machines.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 41/127 - Control or measuring arrangements specially adapted for combines
  • G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation
  • G01G 11/04 - Apparatus for weighing a continuous stream of material during flowConveyor-belt weighers having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G06Q 10/067 - Enterprise or organisation modelling
  • G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
  • G07C 5/02 - Registering or indicating driving, working, idle, or waiting time only
  • H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services

2.

WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOL WITH DISCONNECTION TOLERANCE

      
Application Number 18779187
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-22
First Publication Date 2024-11-14
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to a system and method which utilizes the benefits of both advertising and bidirectional connections to allow a client/receiving device to receive data, e.g. sensor measurements, from the source/transmitting device during device discovery and connection, thereby minimizing the amount of time during which data, e.g. measurements, are unavailable. The disclosed embodiments may further allow for reduced power consumption by a source device by minimizing data transmission during advertising.

IPC Classes  ?

3.

HARVEST YIELD PREDICTION METHODS AND SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18577973
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-14
First Publication Date 2024-09-19
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

Systems and methods for yield prediction for a field using spatial data representing yield throughout the field and multiple measurements of actual yield obtained from field regions during harvesting of the field. A yield model is generated based on the spatial data and the multiple measurements of actual yield. The yield model is used to determine information related to yield in the field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/0637 - Strategic management or analysis, e.g. setting a goal or target of an organisationPlanning actions based on goalsAnalysis or evaluation of effectiveness of goals
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining

4.

RADAR-BASED YIELD MONITORING AND GRAIN QUALITY MEASUREMENT SYSTEM

      
Application Number CA2023051318
Publication Number 2024/073852
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-10-05
Publication Date 2024-04-11
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

A system or method for using a Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar system installed on a harvester for determining yield data, the system or method comprising locating the FMCW radar system on the exterior of a clean grain elevator housing in a fixed location such that a signal may be transmitted into the housing. The signal may be guided by a waveguide and reflected off a surface of a load or the one or more components where the distance to the load or the one or more components is related to one or more properties of the load. The FMCW radar system is configured to use the reflected signal to determine the one or more properties of the load.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 13/88 - Radar or analogous systems, specially adapted for specific applications
  • A01D 41/127 - Control or measuring arrangements specially adapted for combines
  • G01S 13/32 - Systems for measuring distance only using transmission of continuous waves, whether amplitude-, frequency-, or phase-modulated, or unmodulated
  • G01G 3/00 - Weighing apparatus characterised by the use of elastically-deformable members, e.g. spring balances
  • G01K 5/48 - Measuring temperature based on the expansion or contraction of a material the material being a solid
  • G01N 22/04 - Investigating moisture content

5.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING GRAIN CART WEIGHT

      
Application Number 18497743
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-30
First Publication Date 2024-02-22
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian
  • Lockerbie, Michael

Abstract

A system of improved weighing utilizes accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level sensor orientation. Fill level of remote combines can be estimated by utilizing their historical harvesting performance and elapsed time or area harvested. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons. Display location diversity is enhanced utilizing a mirror located as necessary while reversing the displayed image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/01 - Testing or calibrating of weighing apparatus
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated
  • G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
  • G06Q 10/063 - Operations research, analysis or management
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining

6.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 18212963
Grant Number 12050122
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-22
First Publication Date 2023-11-16
Grant Date 2024-07-30
Owner Bitstrata System s Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 13/24 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge
  • G01G 13/00 - Weighing apparatus with automatic feed or discharge for weighing-out batches of material
  • G01G 13/28 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge involving variation of an electrical variable which is used to control loading or discharge of the receptacle
  • G01G 15/00 - Arrangements for check-weighing of materials dispensed into removable containers
  • G01G 19/00 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups
  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/10 - Means for damping oscillations, e.g. of weigh-beams by electric or magnetic means
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated

7.

Machine operational state and material movement tracking

      
Application Number 18212463
Grant Number 12239047
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-21
First Publication Date 2023-11-09
Grant Date 2025-03-04
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

An apparatus, a system and a method indirectly detect the operational state of a machine among a plurality of operational states and track the movement of a material through a plurality of machines.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 41/127 - Control or measuring arrangements specially adapted for combines
  • G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation
  • G01G 11/04 - Apparatus for weighing a continuous stream of material during flowConveyor-belt weighers having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01H 1/00 - Measuring vibrations in solids by using direct conduction to the detector
  • G01M 7/00 - Vibration-testing of structuresShock-testing of structures
  • G06Q 10/067 - Enterprise or organisation modelling
  • G07C 3/08 - Registering or indicating the production of the machine either with or without registering working or idle time
  • G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
  • G07C 5/02 - Registering or indicating driving, working, idle, or waiting time only
  • H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services

8.

Wireless communications protocol with disconnection tolerance

      
Application Number 18212464
Grant Number 12082295
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-21
First Publication Date 2023-11-09
Grant Date 2024-09-03
Owner Bitstrata System s Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to a system and method which utilizes the benefits of both advertising and bidirectional connections to allow a client/receiving device to receive data, e.g. sensor measurements, from the source/transmitting device during device discovery and connection, thereby minimizing the amount of time during which data, e.g. measurements, are unavailable. The disclosed embodiments may further allow for reduced power consumption by a source device by minimizing data transmission during advertising.

IPC Classes  ?

9.

FLOW RATE MATCHING

      
Application Number 18025519
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-21
First Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

An apparatus, a system, and a method for identifying machines involved in a transfer event. Flow rate data for material transferred between machines is acquired. The identity of the machines and the amount transferred are derived from the flow rate data by assigning machines that have similar flow rate data signals during a window of time in which the flow rate changes significantly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 41/127 - Control or measuring arrangements specially adapted for combines
  • A01D 90/10 - Unloading means

10.

INDUCTIVE POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS BUS

      
Application Number 18025429
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-08
First Publication Date 2023-10-12
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing power to and support bidirectional communications between one or more devices by injecting an alternating current into a primary conductive loop. The devices inductively couple to the loop to receive power, receive data, and transmit data. The coupling may occur at any position along the loop by passing one wire of the primary loop through the physical opening in a magnetic circuit.

IPC Classes  ?

11.

SECURE ASSOCIATION OF AN INSTALLED APPLICATION INSTANCE WITH A SERVICE

      
Application Number 18133308
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-11
First Publication Date 2023-08-03
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to systems and methods for securely associating an application installation with an account of a service. The computer implemented method may include an inviting device with authenticated access to an account provided by a service having data stored therein. An invite code may be generated in response to a request to enable another device to have access to the service account without identifying the other device. The inviting device may provide the invite code to an invited device. The disclosed embodiments enable an inviting device to provide secure and convenient authenticated account access to multiple devices.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 21/41 - User authentication where a single sign-on provides access to a plurality of computers
  • H04L 9/40 - Network security protocols

12.

HARVEST YIELD PREDICTION METHODS AND SYSTEM

      
Document Number 03225792
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-14
Open to Public Date 2023-01-19
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

Systems and methods for yield prediction for a field using spatial data representing yield throughout the field and multiple measurements of actual yield obtained from field regions during harvesting of the field. A yield model is generated based on the spatial data and the multiple measurements of actual yield. The yield model is used to determine information related to yield in the field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/04 - Forecasting or optimisation specially adapted for administrative or management purposes, e.g. linear programming or "cutting stock problem"
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining

13.

HARVEST YIELD PREDICTION METHODS AND SYSTEM

      
Application Number CA2022051097
Publication Number 2023/283740
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-14
Publication Date 2023-01-19
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

Systems and methods for yield prediction for a field using spatial data representing yield throughout the field and multiple measurements of actual yield obtained from field regions during harvesting of the field. A yield model is generated based on the spatial data and the multiple measurements of actual yield. The yield model is used to determine information related to yield in the field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/04 - Forecasting or optimisation specially adapted for administrative or management purposes, e.g. linear programming or "cutting stock problem"
  • A01B 76/00 - Parts, details or accessories of agricultural machines or implements, not provided for in groups
  • A01D 93/00 - Harvesting apparatus not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining

14.

Wireless communications protocol with disconnection tolerance

      
Application Number 17824447
Grant Number 11722878
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-25
First Publication Date 2022-09-08
Grant Date 2023-08-08
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to a system and method which utilizes the benefits of both advertising and bidirectional connections to allow a client/receiving device to receive data, e.g. sensor measurements, from the source/transmitting device during device discovery and connection, thereby minimizing the amount of time during which data, e.g. measurements, are unavailable. The disclosed embodiments may further allow for reduced power consumption by a source device by minimizing data transmission during advertising.

IPC Classes  ?

15.

RADAR-BASED SENSING, POSITIONING, AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

      
Application Number CA2022050151
Publication Number 2022/165593
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-02
Publication Date 2022-08-11
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing a communications and relative positioning capability using frequency-modulated continuous-wave radar installed on multiple mobile and/or stationary objects, providing secure/reliable determination of signal origin from a select one of a plurality of geographically mobile machines, equipment, devices, or systems and subsequent selective establishment/facilitation of direct/deterministic/reliable communication therewith.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 13/48 - Indirect determination of position data using multiple beams at emission or reception
  • A01B 76/00 - Parts, details or accessories of agricultural machines or implements, not provided for in groups
  • H04B 7/24 - Radio transmission systems, i.e. using radiation field for communication between two or more posts
  • H04L 27/10 - Frequency-modulated carrier systems, i.e. using frequency-shift keying
  • H04L 27/18 - Phase-modulated carrier systems, i.e. using phase-shift keying

16.

RADAR-BASED SENSING, POSITIONING, AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

      
Document Number 03205160
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-02-02
Open to Public Date 2022-08-11
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Lockerbie, Michael David
  • Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing a communications and relative positioning capability using frequency-modulated continuous-wave radar installed on multiple mobile and/or stationary objects, providing secure/reliable determination of signal origin from a select one of a plurality of geographically mobile machines, equipment, devices, or systems and subsequent selective establishment/facilitation of direct/deterministic/reliable communication therewith.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 13/48 - Indirect determination of position data using multiple beams at emission or reception

17.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 17591287
Grant Number 11835377
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-02
First Publication Date 2022-05-19
Grant Date 2023-12-05
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian
  • Lockerbie, Michael

Abstract

A system of improved weighing utilizes accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level sensor orientation. Fill level of remote combines can be estimated by utilizing their historical harvesting performance and elapsed time or area harvested. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons. Display location diversity is enhanced utilizing a mirror located as necessary while reversing the displayed image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/01 - Testing or calibrating of weighing apparatus
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated
  • G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
  • G06Q 10/06 - Resources, workflows, human or project managementEnterprise or organisation planningEnterprise or organisation modelling
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining
  • G06Q 10/063 - Operations research, analysis or management

18.

FLOW RATE MATCHING

      
Document Number 03192803
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-21
Open to Public Date 2022-03-31
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Lockerbie, Michael David
  • Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

An apparatus, a system, and a method for identifying machines involved in a transfer event. Flow rate data for material transferred between machines is acquired. The identity of the machines and the amount transferred are derived from the flow rate data by assigning machines that have similar flow rate data signals during a window of time in which the flow rate changes significantly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65G 43/00 - Control devices, e.g. for safety, warning or fault-correcting
  • G16Z 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other main groups of this subclass

19.

FLOW RATE MATCHING

      
Application Number CA2021051310
Publication Number 2022/061447
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-21
Publication Date 2022-03-31
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

An apparatus, a system, and a method for identifying machines involved in a transfer event. Flow rate data for material transferred between machines is acquired. The identity of the machines and the amount transferred are derived from the flow rate data by assigning machines that have similar flow rate data signals during a window of time in which the flow rate changes significantly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 7/06 - Control of flow characterised by the use of electric means
  • B65G 43/00 - Control devices, e.g. for safety, warning or fault-correcting
  • G16Z 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other main groups of this subclass

20.

INDUCTIVE POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS BUS

      
Application Number CA2021051234
Publication Number 2022/051843
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-08
Publication Date 2022-03-17
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing power to and support bidirectional communications between one or more devices by injecting an alternating current into a primary conductive loop. The devices inductively couple to the loop to receive power, receive data, and transmit data. The coupling may occur at any position along the loop by passing one wire of the primary loop through the physical opening in a magnetic circuit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
  • A01F 25/16 - Arrangements in forage silos
  • G01K 1/024 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers for remote indication
  • G01N 37/00 - Details not covered by any other group of this subclass
  • G08C 17/04 - Arrangements for transmitting signals characterised by the use of a wireless electrical link using magnetically coupled devices
  • H02J 50/40 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using two or more transmitting or receiving devices
  • H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive or capacitive transmission systems

21.

INDUCTIVE POWER AND COMMUNICATIONS BUS

      
Document Number 03192317
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-09-08
Open to Public Date 2022-03-17
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing power to and support bidirectional communications between one or more devices by injecting an alternating current into a primary conductive loop. The devices inductively couple to the loop to receive power, receive data, and transmit data. The coupling may occur at any position along the loop by passing one wire of the primary loop through the physical opening in a magnetic circuit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/024 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers for remote indication
  • G08C 17/04 - Arrangements for transmitting signals characterised by the use of a wireless electrical link using magnetically coupled devices
  • H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
  • H02J 50/40 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using two or more transmitting or receiving devices

22.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 17201288
Grant Number 12203800
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-15
First Publication Date 2021-08-19
Grant Date 2025-01-21
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 13/24 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge
  • G01G 13/00 - Weighing apparatus with automatic feed or discharge for weighing-out batches of material
  • G01G 13/28 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge involving variation of an electrical variable which is used to control loading or discharge of the receptacle
  • G01G 15/00 - Arrangements for check-weighing of materials dispensed into removable containers
  • G01G 19/00 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups
  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/10 - Means for damping oscillations, e.g. of weigh-beams by electric or magnetic means
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated

23.

AGRIMATICS

      
Serial Number 90863278
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-08-03
Registration Date 2023-09-19
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

A weighing device for agricultural and construction materials that connects to a load sensor or sensors to allow weight, data calculation and data management through a mobile application

24.

LIBRA

      
Serial Number 90863303
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-08-03
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

a weighing device for agricultural and construction materials that connects to a load sensor or sensors to allow weight, data calculation and data management through a mobile application

25.

Machine operational state and material movement tracking

      
Application Number 17226320
Grant Number 11723307
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-09
First Publication Date 2021-07-22
Grant Date 2023-08-15
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

An apparatus, a system and a method indirectly detect the operational state of a machine among a plurality of operational states and track the movement of a material through a plurality of machines.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 41/127 - Control or measuring arrangements specially adapted for combines
  • G01G 11/04 - Apparatus for weighing a continuous stream of material during flowConveyor-belt weighers having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
  • H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services
  • G06Q 10/067 - Enterprise or organisation modelling
  • G07C 5/02 - Registering or indicating driving, working, idle, or waiting time only
  • G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation

26.

LIBRA

      
Application Number 212204200
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-07-21
Registration Date 2025-02-17
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Weigh scale system for agricultural and construction materials allowing weight, data calculation and data management through a mobile application.

27.

AGRIMATICS

      
Application Number 212204300
Status Registered
Filing Date 2021-07-21
Registration Date 2023-04-05
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Weigh scale system for agricultural and construction materials allowing weight, data calculation and data management through a mobile application.

28.

Wireless communications protocol with disconnection tolerance

      
Application Number 17029994
Grant Number 11375356
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-09-23
First Publication Date 2021-04-08
Grant Date 2022-06-28
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to a system and method which utilizes the benefits of both advertising and bidirectional connections to allow a client/receiving device to receive data, e.g. sensor measurements, from the source/transmitting device during device discovery and connection, thereby minimizing the amount of time during which data, e.g. measurements, are unavailable. The disclosed embodiments may further allow for reduced power consumption by a source device by minimizing data transmission during advertising.

IPC Classes  ?

29.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 16983290
Grant Number 11274958
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-03
First Publication Date 2020-11-19
Grant Date 2022-03-15
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian
  • Lockerbie, Michael

Abstract

A system of improved weighing utilizes accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level sensor orientation. Fill level of remote combines can be estimated by utilizing their historical harvesting performance and elapsed time or area harvested. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons. Display location diversity is enhanced utilizing a mirror located as necessary while reversing the displayed image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/01 - Testing or calibrating of weighing apparatus
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated
  • G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
  • G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinationsPosition-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves
  • G06Q 10/06 - Resources, workflows, human or project managementEnterprise or organisation planningEnterprise or organisation modelling
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining

30.

Machine operational state and material movement tracking

      
Application Number 16937150
Grant Number 10999971
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-23
First Publication Date 2020-11-12
Grant Date 2021-05-11
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

An apparatus, a system and a method indirectly detect the operational state of a machine among a plurality of operational states and track the movement of a material through a plurality of machines.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 41/127 - Control or measuring arrangements specially adapted for combines
  • G01G 11/04 - Apparatus for weighing a continuous stream of material during flowConveyor-belt weighers having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G06Q 10/06 - Resources, workflows, human or project managementEnterprise or organisation planningEnterprise or organisation modelling
  • G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
  • H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services
  • G07C 5/02 - Registering or indicating driving, working, idle, or waiting time only

31.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 16728593
Grant Number 10976190
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-27
First Publication Date 2020-05-14
Grant Date 2021-04-13
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 13/24 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge
  • G01G 13/00 - Weighing apparatus with automatic feed or discharge for weighing-out batches of material
  • G01G 15/00 - Arrangements for check-weighing of materials dispensed into removable containers
  • G01G 19/00 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups
  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/10 - Means for damping oscillations, e.g. of weigh-beams by electric or magnetic means
  • G01G 13/28 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge involving variation of an electrical variable which is used to control loading or discharge of the receptacle
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated

32.

MACHINE OPERATIONAL STATE AND MATERIAL MOVEMENT TRACKING

      
Document Number 03116429
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-10-24
Open to Public Date 2020-04-30
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Lockerbie, Michael David
  • Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

An apparatus, a system and a method indirectly detect the operational state of a machine among a plurality of operational states and track the movement of a material through a plurality of machines.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation
  • G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
  • G01M 7/02 - Vibration-testing
  • G07C 3/00 - Registering or indicating the condition or the working of machines or other apparatus, other than vehicles
  • G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles

33.

MACHINE OPERATIONAL STATE AND MATERIAL MOVEMENT TRACKING

      
Application Number CA2019051509
Publication Number 2020/082182
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-24
Publication Date 2020-04-30
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

An apparatus, a system and a method indirectly detect the operational state of a machine among a plurality of operational states and track the movement of a material through a plurality of machines.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
  • G01G 19/52 - Weighing apparatus combined with other objects, e.g. with furniture
  • G01M 7/02 - Vibration-testing
  • G07C 3/00 - Registering or indicating the condition or the working of machines or other apparatus, other than vehicles
  • G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation

34.

Secure association of an installed application instance with a service

      
Application Number 15850794
Grant Number 11657136
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-21
First Publication Date 2019-06-27
Grant Date 2023-05-23
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to systems and methods for securely associating an application installation with an account of a service. The computer implemented method may include an inviting device with authenticated access to an account provided by a service having data stored therein. An invite code may be generated in response to a request to enable another device to have access to the service account without identifying the other device. The inviting device may provide the invite code to an invited device. The disclosed embodiments enable an inviting device to provide secure and convenient authenticated account access to multiple devices.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 21/41 - User authentication where a single sign-on provides access to a plurality of computers
  • H04L 9/40 - Network security protocols
  • H04W 88/04 - Terminal devices adapted for relaying to or from another terminal or user

35.

SECURE ASSOCIATION OF AN INSTALLED APPLICATION INSTANCE WITH A SERVICE

      
Application Number CA2018051488
Publication Number 2019/119112
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-23
Publication Date 2019-06-27
Owner BITSTRATA SYTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to systems and methods for securely associating an application installation with an account of a service. The computer implemented method may include an inviting device with authenticated access to an account provided by a service having data stored therein. An invite code may be generated in response to a request to enable another device to have access to the service account without identifying the other device. The inviting device may provide the invite code to an invited device. The disclosed embodiments enable an inviting device to provide secure and convenient authenticated account access to multiple devices.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
  • G06F 21/30 - Authentication, i.e. establishing the identity or authorisation of security principals
  • H04L 9/30 - Public key, i.e. encryption algorithm being computationally infeasible to invert and users' encryption keys not requiring secrecy
  • H04W 12/06 - Authentication

36.

SECURE ASSOCIATION OF AN INSTALLED APPLICATION INSTANCE WITH A SERVICE

      
Document Number 03086352
Status Pending
Filing Date 2018-11-23
Open to Public Date 2019-06-27
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments relate to systems and methods for securely associating an application installation with an account of a service. The computer implemented method may include an inviting device with authenticated access to an account provided by a service having data stored therein. An invite code may be generated in response to a request to enable another device to have access to the service account without identifying the other device. The inviting device may provide the invite code to an invited device. The disclosed embodiments enable an inviting device to provide secure and convenient authenticated account access to multiple devices.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 17/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific functions
  • G06F 21/30 - Authentication, i.e. establishing the identity or authorisation of security principals
  • H04L 9/30 - Public key, i.e. encryption algorithm being computationally infeasible to invert and users' encryption keys not requiring secrecy
  • H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
  • H04W 12/06 - Authentication

37.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 15961215
Grant Number 10545046
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-24
First Publication Date 2018-08-23
Grant Date 2020-01-28
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 13/24 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge
  • G01G 13/00 - Weighing apparatus with automatic feed or discharge for weighing-out batches of material
  • G01G 15/00 - Arrangements for check-weighing of materials dispensed into removable containers
  • G01G 19/00 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups

38.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING GRAIN CART WEIGHT

      
Document Number 03087371
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-25
Open to Public Date 2018-08-07
Grant Date 2023-01-03
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Lockerbie, Michael David
  • Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 19/03 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for weighing wheeled or rolling bodies, e.g. vehicles for weighing during motion
  • G01G 23/00 - Auxiliary devices for weighing apparatus

39.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING GRAIN CART WEIGHT

      
Document Number 03149190
Status Pending
Filing Date 2018-04-25
Open to Public Date 2018-08-07
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Lockerbie, Michael David
  • Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 90/00 - Vehicles for carrying harvested crops with means for selfloading or unloading
  • G01F 23/20 - 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 measurement of weight, e.g. to determine the level of stored liquefied gas

40.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING GRAIN CART WEIGHT

      
Document Number 03002793
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-25
Open to Public Date 2018-08-07
Grant Date 2020-08-25
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Lockerbie, Michael David
  • Meier, Ian Robert

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 90/02 - Loading means
  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 23/00 - Auxiliary devices for weighing apparatus

41.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 14542572
Grant Number 09983048
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-15
First Publication Date 2018-05-29
Grant Date 2018-05-29
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian Robert
  • Lockerbie, Michael David

Abstract

A system of detecting loading and unloading of mobile containers such as grain carts utilizes two low pass filters to determine whether the contents of the container are changing by subtracting one filter signal from the other, and using the sign of the difference. Weighing performance is improved by utilizing accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level orientation. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 13/24 - Weighing mechanism control arrangements for automatic feed or discharge
  • G01G 13/00 - Weighing apparatus with automatic feed or discharge for weighing-out batches of material
  • G01G 15/00 - Arrangements for check-weighing of materials dispensed into removable containers
  • G01G 19/00 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups

42.

System and method for measuring grain cart weight

      
Application Number 15526731
Grant Number 10760946
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-14
First Publication Date 2017-12-28
Grant Date 2020-09-01
Owner Bitstrata Systems Inc. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian
  • Lockerbie, Michael

Abstract

A system of improved weighing utilizes accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level sensor orientation. Fill level of remote combines can be estimated by utilizing their historical harvesting performance and elapsed time or area harvested. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons. Display location diversity is enhanced utilizing a mirror located as necessary while reversing the displayed image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/01 - Testing or calibrating of weighing apparatus
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining
  • G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
  • G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinationsPosition-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves
  • G06Q 10/06 - Resources, workflows, human or project managementEnterprise or organisation planningEnterprise or organisation modelling
  • G06Q 10/08 - Logistics, e.g. warehousing, loading or distributionInventory or stock management

43.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING GRAIN CART WEIGHT

      
Application Number CA2014000810
Publication Number 2016/074058
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-14
Publication Date 2016-05-19
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ian
  • Lockerbie, Michael

Abstract

A system of improved weighing utilizes accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level sensor orientation. Fill level of remote combines can be estimated by utilizing their historical harvesting performance and elapsed time or area harvested. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons. Display location diversity is enhanced utilizing a mirror located as necessary while reversing the displayed image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • A01D 41/00 - Combines, i.e. harvesters or mowers combined with threshing devices
  • A01D 90/02 - Loading means
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/01 - Testing or calibrating of weighing apparatus
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated
  • G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining

44.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING GRAIN CART WEIGHT

      
Document Number 02967676
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-14
Open to Public Date 2016-05-19
Grant Date 2020-03-10
Owner BITSTRATA SYSTEMS INC. (Canada)
Inventor
  • Lockerbie, Michael
  • Meier, Ian

Abstract

A system of improved weighing utilizes accelerometers to compensate for measurement dynamics and non-level sensor orientation. Fill level of remote combines can be estimated by utilizing their historical harvesting performance and elapsed time or area harvested. Failure and degradation of weight sensors is detected by testing sensor half bridges. Loading and unloading weights can be tied to specific vehicles by utilizing RF beacons. Display location diversity is enhanced utilizing a mirror located as necessary while reversing the displayed image.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01D 41/00 - Combines, i.e. harvesters or mowers combined with threshing devices
  • A01D 90/02 - Loading means
  • G01G 19/08 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles
  • G01G 19/12 - Weighing apparatus or methods adapted for special purposes not provided for in groups for incorporation in vehicles having electrical weight-sensitive devices
  • G01G 23/01 - Testing or calibrating of weighing apparatus
  • G01G 23/18 - Indicating devices, e.g. for remote indicationRecording devicesScales, e.g. graduated
  • G01S 1/00 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith
  • G06Q 50/02 - AgricultureFishingForestryMining