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G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers 23
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1.

THERMOMETER WITH IMPROVED MEASUREMENT ACCURACY

      
Application Number 18576415
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-18
First Publication Date 2024-12-05
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koch, Daniel
  • Peuker, Christian
  • Saecker, Dietmar

Abstract

An apparatus for determining and/or monitoring at least the temperature of a medium in a containment comprises a first temperature sensor for registering temperature and a heating/cooling element for heating/cooling a predeterminable region of the apparatus in which at least the first temperature sensor is located. The first temperature sensor and the heating/cooling element are arranged in such a manner that in an on/in the containment arranged state of the apparatus a distance between the first temperature sensor and a center of the containment is less than a distance between the heating/cooling element and the center.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow

2.

DIAGNOSIS OF A THERMOMETER

      
Application Number 18291279
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-04
First Publication Date 2024-10-17
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Saecker, Dietmar

Abstract

The invention relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a medium, such as an electrically conductive medium, in a containment, comprising a measuring insert, in which at least one temperature sensor is arranged, and a protective tube, which serves for contacting the medium and for accommodating the measuring insert. According to the present disclosure, the apparatus further comprises at least one diagnostic unit, which includes at least a first electrode of a first material, which first electrode is located, at least partially, in an internal volume of the apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

3.

REMOTE SENSOR ARRANGEMENT

      
Application Number 18562054
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-05-11
First Publication Date 2024-07-18
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Frühauf, Dietmar
  • Krogmann, Florian
  • Kuhnen, Raphael
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Klöfer, Peter
  • Scherer, Benjamin
  • Lopatin, Sergey
  • Tham, Anh Tuan
  • Frey, Volker

Abstract

A sensor arrangement for determining a process variable of a medium in a containment comprises a sensor apparatus, a magnetic field apparatus, and a detection apparatus. The magnetic field apparat produces a magnetic field that penetrates the sensor apparatus, the detection apparatus and partially the medium. The sensor apparatus is embodied such that a magnetic property of a component of the sensor apparatus depends on the process variable, and the magnetic field of the magnetic field apparatus is influenceable by the sensor apparatus as a function of process variable. The detection apparatus is embodied to register a variable related with the magnetic field, especially the magnetic flux density, the magnetic susceptibility or the magnetic permeability, and, based on that variable, to determine the process variable. The sensor apparatus is arranged within an internal volume of the containment and the detection apparatus is arranged outside of the containment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 27/90 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating magnetic variables for investigating the presence of flaws using eddy currents
  • G01K 7/38 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using magnetic elements, e.g. magnets, coils the variations of temperature influencing the magnetic permeability
  • G01L 9/16 - Measuring steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or a fluent solid material by electric or magnetic pressure-sensitive elementsTransmitting or indicating the displacement of mechanical pressure-sensitive elements, used to measure the steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluid or fluent solid material, by electric or magnetic means by making use of variations in the magnetic properties of material resulting from the application of stress
  • G01R 33/06 - Measuring direction or magnitude of magnetic fields or magnetic flux using galvano-magnetic devices
  • G01R 33/07 - Hall-effect devices
  • G01R 33/09 - Magneto-resistive devices
  • G01R 33/12 - Measuring magnetic properties of articles or specimens of solids or fluids
  • G01R 33/16 - Measuring susceptibility

4.

COUPLING ELEMENT FOR A DEVICE FOR DETERMINING AND/OR MONITORING A PROCESS VARIABLE

      
Application Number 18554832
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-21
First Publication Date 2024-06-20
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Iselt, Torsten
  • Bründl, Harald
  • Schalles, Marc

Abstract

A coupling element for a device for determining and/or monitoring a process variable, more particularly the temperature, the flow rate or the flow velocity, of a medium in a container includes a main body having a contact surface designed such that the main body can be applied to the container face to face via the contact surface, in which the main body includes a bore for receiving a sensor element of the device, which is configured for determining and/or monitoring the process variable, and a longitudinal axis of the bore runs tangentially to the contact surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/143 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations for measuring surface temperatures
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
  • F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle

5.

THERMOMETER WITH A DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION

      
Application Number 18258061
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-26
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Schalles, Marc

Abstract

A device for determining and/or monitoring the temperature of a medium includes a temperature sensor for detecting the temperature and an electronics module, wherein the temperature sensor includes a temperature-sensitive sensor element in electrical contact with the electronics module via at least one connection line. The device further includes a diagnostic unit with a separate device for temporal variation of a power of an input signal, by which the temperature sensor or at least one component of the device can be acted upon, and which diagnostic unit is configured to determine, based on an output signal of the temperature sensor in response to the input signal, a statement about a thermal coupling of the device to the medium. A method for operating the corresponding device is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

6.

Noninvasive thermometer

      
Application Number 17753673
Grant Number 12152942
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-20
First Publication Date 2024-02-08
Grant Date 2024-11-26
Owner ENDRESS+HAUSER WETZER GMBH+CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koch, Daniel
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Bründl, Harald
  • Wiedemann, Stephan
  • Wiedemann, Peter
  • Iselt, Torsten
  • Peuker, Christian
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Wolf, Georg
  • Kallweit, Christian
  • Mornhinweg, Markus
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring a temperature of a medium in a containment, including a temperature sensor for registering temperature, and a flexible, heat-conductive support element, which is arrangeable on an outer surface of a wall of the containment, wherein the temperature sensor is secured to the support element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • G01K 1/143 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations for measuring surface temperatures
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

7.

PROTECTIVE TUBE FOR CRYOGENIC APPLICATIONS

      
Application Number 18043188
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-07-16
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Saecker, Dietmar

Abstract

A protective tube for an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring a process variable of a medium in a containment includes a tubular element for receiving a measuring insert of the apparatus, wherein the tubular element is securable to the containment such that the tubular element extends inwardly into an internal volume of the containment, wherein the tubular element includes an inlet opening and an outlet opening arranged on mutually oppositely lying sides of the tubular element. The present disclosure relates, furthermore, to an arrangement for determining and/or monitoring a process variable of a medium in a containment, the arrangement including an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring the process variable with a measuring insert and a protective tube according to the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow

8.

PROTECTIVE TUBE WITH REDUCED SENSITIVITY TO VORTEX INDUCED VIBRATIONS

      
Application Number 18173895
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-24
First Publication Date 2023-08-24
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Fortunato, Gianluca
  • Pietroni, Michele
  • Eralti, Davide

Abstract

The present disclosure includes a protective tube for insertion into a pipe or vessel containing a medium, a measuring apparatus having such protective tube and to a method for producing the protective tube. The protective tube comprises a tubular member having a bore extending between an upper and lower end of the tubular member, and at least one helical fin formed on at least a section of an outer surface of the tubular member, winding around the outer surface of the tubular member and defining a flow channel along at least a part of the tubular member. An outer surface of the tubular member comprises a surface structure in an area of the at least one flow channel.

IPC Classes  ?

9.

Thermometer having a diagnostic function

      
Application Number 18305526
Grant Number 12072248
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-24
First Publication Date 2023-08-17
Grant Date 2024-08-27
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo

Abstract

A device for determining the temperature of a medium includes a temperature sensor with a resistance element placed in electrical contact using first and second connection lines, wherein the first connection line is divided into a first section and a second section. The first section faces the sensor element and is composed of a first material, and the second section faces away from the sensor element and is composed of a second material which differs from the first material. The second connection line is composed of the second material. The first section of the first connection line and at least one part of the second connection line form a first difference temperature sensor in the form of a thermocouple. The first and second connection lines are attached to the resistance element so that the first difference temperature sensor detects a temperature gradient at the location of the temperature sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

10.

Temperature probe and method for manufacturing a temperature probe

      
Application Number 18066431
Grant Number 12352636
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-15
First Publication Date 2023-06-22
Grant Date 2025-07-08
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Bini, Christian
  • Ahmed, Shakil
  • Del Bianco, Massimo

Abstract

A temperature probe for determining the temperature according to the three-point probe method includes a three-wire line several meters long consisting of a first connecting line, a second connecting line, and a third connecting line connected to sensor element. The connecting lines are made of a first material and serve to transmit energy and the measured temperature values. A conductive element made of a second material is inserted in the second connecting line and in the third connecting line. The resistivity of said second material is higher than the resistivity of the first material. The two inserted conductive elements are designed such that the second connecting line and the third connecting line have the same resistance as the first connecting line. Additionally, the present disclosure refers to a method describing the manufacture of a temperature probe.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/18 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements the element being a linear resistance, e.g. platinum resistance thermometer
  • G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • H01B 5/02 - Single bars, rods, wires or stripsBus-bars
  • H01R 11/18 - End pieces terminating in a probe

11.

INTERFACE FOR ENERGY AND DATA TRANSMISSION

      
Application Number 17998089
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-04-19
First Publication Date 2023-06-01
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Warnking, Michael

Abstract

A galvanically separating interface for transmitting electrical energy and data packets is based upon the clocked polarity reversal of a primary coil such that a corresponding alternating voltage signal is induced in a secondary coil. The primary coil is separated from the supply voltage or ground after each polarity reversal per cycle for a defined dead time. Electrical pulses are generated in the primary coil within dead times and correspond to the data packet to be transmitted. By rectifying the alternating voltage signal induced in the secondary coil, the transmitted energy can be used. Simultaneously, the pulses generated on the primary side can be detected via the secondary coil in accordance with the transmission standard as the data packet to be transmitted. This use of dead times as a “bit” enables a rapid data transmission rate which corresponds to the polarity reversal clock rate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive or capacitive transmission systems
  • H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling

12.

COUPLING ADAPTER FOR A THERMOMETER

      
Application Number 18054319
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-10
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner ENDRESS+HAUSER WETZER GMBH+CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Fortunato, Gianluca
  • Pietroni, Michele
  • Eralti, Davide
  • Tagliabue, Davide
  • Micieli, Andrea

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a coupling adapter for a measuring insert for determining and/or monitoring a temperature of a medium including a temperature sensor, which measuring insert can be introduced into a protective tube for accommodating the measuring insert. The coupling adapter includes a base body, including a bore with a diameter adapted to an outer diameter of the measuring insert, and a coupling element, which is arranged on an outer surface of the base body, which coupling element is embodied and/or dimensioned so as to serve for fixing the measuring insert inside the protective tube in a state in which the measuring insert is introduced into the protective tube. The present disclosure further includes an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring the temperature of a medium comprising such coupling adapter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element

13.

THERMOMETER FOR CRYOGENIC APPLICATIONS

      
Application Number 17995221
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-23
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Van Der Beek, Mijndert
  • Saecker, Dietmar
  • Fries, Michael

Abstract

A securement insert for securing a thermometer in a nipple of a tube comprises a holding element for securing the thermometer to the securement insert, and a stop that is embodied to prevent rotary movement relative to the tube. An arrangement having a thermometer and a securement insert is also disclosed. At least one component of the securement insert is embodied and/or arranged in such a manner that the securement insert is movable in the direction of a longitudinal axis of the nipple.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow

14.

MEASURING INSERT FOR SENSING TEMPERATURE

      
Application Number 18054290
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-10
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Owner ENDRESS+HAUSER WETZER GMBH+CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Fortunato, Gianluca
  • Pietroni, Michele
  • Eralti, Davide
  • Tagliabue, Davide
  • Micieli, Andrea

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a measuring insert for insertion into a protective tube for determining and/or monitoring a temperature of a medium in a vessel or pipe, which protective tube at least partially protrudes into an inner volume of the vessel or pipe, the measuring insert including: an elongated tube; a temperature sensor arranged inside an end region of the measuring insert; and a coupling element connected to the elongated tube in the end region in which the temperature sensor is arranged, which coupling element is embodied and/or dimensioned so as to serve for fixing the measuring insert inside the protective tube in a state in which the measuring insert is introduced into the protective tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 7/18 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements the element being a linear resistance, e.g. platinum resistance thermometer

15.

THERMOMETER HAVING A DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION

      
Application Number 17757419
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-12-01
First Publication Date 2023-02-09
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Schalles, Marc

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a method for determining and/or monitoring the temperature of a medium by means of a thermometer having at least one temperature sensor, the method including: determining a measured value for the temperature of the medium by means of a temperature sensor; determining a heat flow, in particular heat dissipation, in the region of the temperature sensor; and determining a measured value deviation for the measured value for the temperature on the basis of a model for heat dissipation in the region of the temperature sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

16.

Measuring device

      
Application Number 17757373
Grant Number 11885657
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-01
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Grant Date 2024-01-30
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Bründl, Harald

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a device for determining and/or monitoring at least one process variable of a medium including at least one sensor element and a unit at least partially including a material with anisotropic thermal conductivity. According to the present disclosure the unit is frictionally connected to the sensor element, and in particular the unit is frictionally fastened on a surface of the sensor element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 1/684 - Structural arrangementsMounting of elements, e.g. in relation to fluid flow
  • G01F 15/00 - Details of, or accessories for, apparatus of groups insofar as such details or appliances are not adapted to particular types of such apparatus
  • G01F 1/692 - Thin-film arrangements
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01F 23/24 - 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 resistance of resistors due to contact with conductor fluid

17.

Non-invasive thermometer

      
Application Number 17755277
Grant Number 12092502
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-27
First Publication Date 2022-12-15
Grant Date 2024-09-17
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koch, Daniel
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Bründl, Harald
  • Wiedemann, Stephan
  • Wiedemann, Peter
  • Iselt, Torsten
  • Peuker, Christian
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Kallweit, Christian
  • Wolf, Georg
  • Mornhinweg, Markus
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

An apparatus for determining and/or monitoring a process variable, for example, temperature, flow or flow velocity, of a medium in a containment includes a temperature sensor for registering temperature securable to an outer surface of the wall of the containment, at least one connection line for electrical contacting of the temperature sensor, and securement means for a releasable securing of the temperature sensor and a temperature sensor-near section of the connection line to the outer surface of the wall of the containment. According to the present disclosure, at least the section of the connection line is securable to the outer surface of the wall of the containment such that the section extends parallel with the wall of the and is in thermal contact with the wall of the containment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/143 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations for measuring surface temperatures
  • G01F 1/688 - Structural arrangementsMounting of elements, e.g. in relation to fluid flow using a particular type of heating, cooling or sensing element
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

18.

Thermometer

      
Application Number 17642440
Grant Number 12253419
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-20
First Publication Date 2022-10-27
Grant Date 2025-03-18
Owner ENDRESS+HAUSER WETZER GMBH+CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koch, Daniel
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Bründl, Harald
  • Wiedemann, Stephan
  • Wiedemann, Peter
  • Iselt, Torsten
  • Peuker, Christian
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Wolf, Georg
  • Kallweit, Christian
  • Mornhinweg, Markus
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

The invention relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring a temperature of a medium in a containment, comprising a measuring insert having a temperature sensor for registering temperature, a protective tube, in which the temperature sensor is arranged, and a heat conductive, formed piece, which is arranged in the protective tube and surrounds the measuring insert at least sectionally.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • G01K 1/143 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations for measuring surface temperatures
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples

19.

Noninvasive thermometer

      
Application Number 17753664
Grant Number 12203816
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-20
First Publication Date 2022-10-20
Grant Date 2025-01-21
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koch, Daniel
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Bründl, Harald
  • Wiedemann, Stephan
  • Wiedemann, Peter
  • Iselt, Torsten
  • Peuker, Christian
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Wolf, Georg
  • Kallweit, Christian
  • Mornhinweg, Markus
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

The present invention includes an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring a process variable, especially the temperature, or the flow, of a medium in a containment, including a temperature sensor for registering temperature and a flexible, a heat insulating support element, which is arrangeable on an outer surface of a wall of the containment, wherein the temperature sensor is secured to the support element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/04 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples the object to be measured not forming one of the thermoelectric materials
  • G01F 1/688 - Structural arrangementsMounting of elements, e.g. in relation to fluid flow using a particular type of heating, cooling or sensing element
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

20.

Field device having a safe interface

      
Application Number 17753836
Grant Number 11913976
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-20
First Publication Date 2022-10-20
Grant Date 2024-02-27
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Walser, Björn
  • Lugli, Roberto
  • Schnalke, Michael
  • Schmölz, Fabian

Abstract

A field device having a safe interface is based on two voltage regulators designed to set electrical current between corresponding contacts of the interface. The field device tests via which of the contacts the field device is connected with a superordinate unit and an automatic configuration of the interface can be performed for the appropriate transmission standard. Because the contacting to the superordinated unit is checked repetitively by means of two electrical current regulators it is assured that the field device can determine and automatically react to a change of the contacting at the interface even during measurement operation. This makes the interface safe and thereby increases the safety of the process plant, in which the field device is applied.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 19/00 - Arrangements for measuring currents or voltages or for indicating presence or sign thereof

21.

PROTECTIVE TUBE FOR INSERTION INTO A PIPE OR VESSEL WITH REDUCED SENSITIVITY TO VORTEX INDUCED VIBRATIONS

      
Application Number 17569069
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-05
First Publication Date 2022-07-14
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Del Bianco, Massimo

Abstract

The present disclosure includes a method of producing a protective tube for insertion into a pipe or vessel containing a medium, the protective tube including a tubular member having a bore extending between an upper and lower of the tubular member, wherein the method includes the steps of providing a preformed element comprising a coiled wire with at least one turn, arranging the preformed element around an outer surface of the tubular member, and welding the preformed element on an outer surface of the tubular member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F15D 1/10 - Influencing the flow of fluids around bodies of solid material
  • F16L 55/07 - Arrangement or mounting of devices, e.g. valves, for venting or aerating or draining
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • B23K 31/02 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to soldering or welding

22.

Measurement device for measuring a temperature

      
Application Number 17139194
Grant Number 11703395
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-31
First Publication Date 2022-06-30
Grant Date 2023-07-18
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Barton, Shane

Abstract

A measurement device for measuring a temperature prevailing inside a container is disclosed. The measurement device comprises: a process connector including a connector body and a fastener configured to be mounted onto a corresponding counterpart surrounding an opening of the container; a measurement unit secured in an opening of the process connector such that a front surface of the measurement unit is facing into the container when the measurement device is mounted on the container; the measurement unit including or consisting of: a heat pipe and a temperature sensor; the heat pipe having two thermally conductive interfaces including a front interface exposable to the temperature to be measured and a second interface in thermal contact with the temperature sensor; and a thermal insulation surrounding the heat pipe and the temperature sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • G01K 1/12 - Protective devices, e.g. casings for preventing damage due to heat overloading
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples

23.

Protective tube for insertion into a pipe or vessel with reduced sensitivity to vortex induced vibrations

      
Application Number 17470700
Grant Number 11976766
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-09
First Publication Date 2022-03-10
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Fortunato, Gianluca
  • Pietroni, Michele
  • Eralti, Davide

Abstract

A protective tube for insertion into a pipe or vessel containing a medium, a measuring apparatus having such protective tube and a method for manufacturing the protective tube are disclosed, the protective tube including a tubular member having a bore extending between an upper and lower end of the tubular member and having at least one helical fin on at least a section of an outer surface of the tubular member, winding around the outer surface of the tubular member and defining a flow channel along at least a part of the tubular member. At least one geometric parameter of the at least one helical fin is configured based on at least one process condition of the medium in the vessel or pipe.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16L 55/027 - Throttle passages
  • F16L 55/04 - Devices damping pulsations or vibrations in fluids
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow

24.

Field device with process-specific condition monitoring capability

      
Application Number 17296386
Grant Number 12085436
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-31
First Publication Date 2022-01-20
Grant Date 2024-09-10
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Jögel, Thomas
  • Schnalke, Michael
  • Walser, Björn
  • Schneider, Kajetan
  • Schmölz, Fabian

Abstract

The present invention relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring at least one process variable of a medium, comprising a sensor unit for registering a value for the process variable, a time registration unit for registering at least one duration of operation and a calculating unit, which is embodied at least based on the duration of operation registered by the time registration unit and based on at least one influencing variable influencing the duration of operation to make at least one statement with reference to condition of at least one component of the apparatus. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method for operating an apparatus of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 15/06 - Indicating or recording devices
  • G01D 21/02 - Measuring two or more variables by means not covered by a single other subclass

25.

Skin-point temperature measurement assembly

      
Application Number 17281337
Grant Number 11841277
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-05
First Publication Date 2021-12-23
Grant Date 2023-12-12
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Mella, Stefano
  • Conversano, Michele

Abstract

A mounting assembly for mounting a measuring insert for determining and/or monitoring at least the temperature of a medium in/on a pipe or a vessel includes a holding member for accommodating said measuring insert, wherein said holding member a fastening means for detaching and fixing the measuring insert at a defined position relative to the pipe or vessel, and a shield unit for insulating at least said part of the measuring insert accommodated by said holding member against the environment. The shield unit is embodied so that it at least partially surrounds said holding member and said part of the measuring insert accommodated by said holding member, and includes an opening for receiving said measuring insert and a fastening unit for detaching and fixing said shield unit to the pipe or vessel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/143 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations for measuring surface temperatures
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 7/00 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat

26.

Measuring insert having a protective tube

      
Application Number 17053966
Grant Number 11913840
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-12
First Publication Date 2021-09-02
Grant Date 2024-02-27
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Peuker, Christian
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

A device for determining and/or monitoring a process variable of a medium includes a measuring insert, having a sensor element for sensing the process variable arranged in an end region of the measuring insert, and a dipping body for receiving the measuring insert which at least temporarily and/or partially protrudes into the medium and surrounds the measuring insert at least in a subregion nearest the medium. The device further includes a coupling unit introduced into the dipping body and designed to fill up an inner volume between an inner wall of the dipping body and an outer wall of the measuring insert at least in the subregion in which the sensor element is located as to ensure mechanical coupling between the dipping body and the measuring insert.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow

27.

Measuring insert with state monitoring

      
Application Number 17273389
Grant Number 11703396
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-08-13
First Publication Date 2021-08-12
Grant Date 2023-07-18
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Fröhlich, Thomas

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring a process variable of a medium, comprising at least one sensor element arranged in a sensor head for determining and/or monitoring the process variable, wherein an internal volume of the sensor head is filled at least partially with a filler. The filler includes at least one fill material, for which at at least one predeterminable phase transformation temperature a phase change occurs, in which the material remains in the solid state, wherein the fill material is in a first phase state when a temperature of the fill material is less than the phase transformation temperature, and wherein the fill material is in a second phase state when the temperature of the fill material is greater than the phase transformation temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 11/06 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using melting, freezing, or softening
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

28.

Thermometer having a diagnostic function

      
Application Number 17258006
Grant Number 11662255
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-07-02
First Publication Date 2021-07-29
Grant Date 2023-05-30
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a device for determining and/or monitoring the temperature of a medium, comprising a temperature sensor with a temperature-sensitive sensor element which is placed in electrical contact by means of at least a first connection line and a second connection line, wherein the first connection line is divided into a first section and a second section, wherein the first section which faces the sensor element is composed of a first material, and wherein the second section which faces away from the sensor element is composed of a second material which differs from the first material, wherein the second connection line is composed of the second material, and wherein the first section of the first connection line and at least one part of the second connection line form a first difference temperature sensor in the form of a thermocouple.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

29.

Monitoring the state of a temperature sensor

      
Application Number 16954184
Grant Number 11506544
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-14
First Publication Date 2021-05-27
Grant Date 2022-11-22
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Peuker, Christian
  • Korn, Michael
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus for determining the temperature, comprising a first temperature sensor, a second temperature sensor, and electronics which are configured to apply an electrical signal to the first temperature sensor and/or the second temperature sensor and to tap off at least one reception signal from the first temperature sensor and/or the second temperature sensor. The apparatus also comprises at least six connection lines for making electrical contact with the first temperature sensor and the second temperature sensor, wherein the connection lines are arranged and configured such that the first temperature sensor and the second temperature sensor are connected in series and can have the transmission signal applied thereto such that the first reception signal can be tapped off from the first temperature sensor and/or the second reception signal can be tapped off from the second temperature sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/18 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements the element being a linear resistance, e.g. platinum resistance thermometer
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

30.

Method for checking the setting of predefined security functions of a field device in process and automation engineering

      
Application Number 17101190
Grant Number 11774953
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-23
First Publication Date 2021-05-27
Grant Date 2023-10-03
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Kuhl, Michael

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for checking the setting of predefined security functions of a field device of process and automation technology, wherein the predefined security functions relate to an access to a function of the field device by an unauthorized person. The method includes: identifying a user; starting by the user a query about the actual setting of the security functions predefined at the measuring point; comparing actual setting of the predefined security functions with a target setting of the predefined security functions defined by the stipulated security level; and outputting an electronic report about the matching or deviation of the actual setting from the target setting of the predefined security functions. Depending on the matching or deviation of the actual setting from the target setting of the predefined security functions, different steps are carried out.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 21/00 - Security arrangements for protecting computers, components thereof, programs or data against unauthorised activity
  • G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
  • H04W 12/06 - Authentication
  • G06F 16/9035 - Filtering based on additional data, e.g. user or group profiles
  • H04W 12/69 - Identity-dependent
  • H04L 9/40 - Network security protocols

31.

iTHERM CompactLine

      
Application Number 1563904
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-09-22
Registration Date 2020-09-22
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Scientific measuring apparatus and instruments, and parts thereof; temperature measuring apparatus and instruments, and parts thereof; temperature probe heads.

32.

Modular sealing apparatus with failure detection unit

      
Application Number 16645144
Grant Number 11187567
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-16
First Publication Date 2020-10-01
Grant Date 2021-11-30
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Salvo, Erika
  • Pietroni, Michele
  • Palma, Luca
  • Liani, Andrea

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a modular installation assembly, at least comprising: a rod-shaped measuring insert for sensing a process variable of a medium, an assembly housing for accommodating at least a part of said measuring insert, which housing at least comprises a first housing part and a second housing part, a first chamber provided in said first housing part, and a second chamber provided in said second housing part. Further, the assembly housing comprises a sealing element which sealing element has at least one opening through which the measuring insert proceeds, and connecting means for connecting said first housing part with said second housing part via the sealing element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 15/14 - Casings, e.g. of special material
  • G01D 11/24 - Housings
  • G01F 15/18 - Supports or connecting means for meters
  • G01N 9/36 - Analysing materials by measuring the density or specific gravity, e.g. determining quantity of moisture

33.

Thermal flowmeter

      
Application Number 16632486
Grant Number 11480456
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-20
First Publication Date 2020-08-27
Grant Date 2022-10-25
Owner
  • Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
  • Innovative Sensor Technology IST AG (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Umkehrer, Alfred
  • Krogmann, Florian

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring the mass flow and/or flow velocity of a flowable medium through a pipeline, comprising at least one heating element, which is at least partially and/or at times in thermal contact with the medium and is operable at least at times by means of a heating signal. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a method for producing an apparatus of the disclosure. According to the disclosure, the heating element is at least partially surrounded in a region facing the medium by a unit comprising a material with an anisotropic thermal conductivity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 1/692 - Thin-film arrangements
  • G01P 5/12 - Measuring speed of fluids, e.g. of air streamMeasuring speed of bodies relative to fluids, e.g. of ship, of aircraft by measuring thermal variables using variation of resistance of a heated conductor

34.

Thermal flowmeter including a coupling element with an anisotropic thermal conductivity

      
Application Number 16646244
Grant Number 11543274
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-16
First Publication Date 2020-08-27
Grant Date 2023-01-03
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Umkehrer, Alfred
  • Schalles, Marc

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus for determining a flow of a medium through a pipe, as well as a method for operating the apparatus. The apparatus comprises a heating element at least partially in thermal contact with the medium and which is heatable by means of a heating signal, and a first temperature sensor for registering a temperature of at least one component of the apparatus or the temperature of the medium. The heating element and the first temperature sensor are arranged outside of the pipe. The apparatus includes at least one coupling element, which is at least partially in thermal contact with the heating element, the first temperature sensor and/or a portion of the pipe or tube and serves to assure a thermal coupling between the heating element and the first temperature sensor and between the heating element and the medium.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 1/684 - Structural arrangementsMounting of elements, e.g. in relation to fluid flow

35.

iTHERM TipSens

      
Application Number 1544538
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-05-29
Registration Date 2020-05-29
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring, signalling and control apparatus and instruments and parts thereof; all the aforesaid goods excluding modular measuring and classification systems for the collection and processing of vehicle and traffic data.

36.

iTHERM QuickSens

      
Application Number 1543098
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-05-29
Registration Date 2020-05-29
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring, signalling and control apparatus and instruments and parts thereof.

37.

Thermometer with improved response time

      
Application Number 16624380
Grant Number 11480476
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-05-09
First Publication Date 2020-04-30
Grant Date 2022-10-25
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Saecker, Dietmar

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a medium comprising method steps as follows: arranging a sensor element in a sensor head, producing a vacuum in an internal volume of the sensor head, introducing at least one fill material into at least a portion of the internal volume of the sensor head, and closing the sensor head. The present invention relates, moreover, to a correspondingly manufactured apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/18 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element for reducing thermal inertia
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • H01C 1/02 - HousingEnclosingEmbeddingFilling the housing or enclosure
  • H01C 7/00 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material
  • H01C 17/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors

38.

Method for the in-situ calibration of a thermometer

      
Application Number 16467297
Grant Number 11371894
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-30
First Publication Date 2020-02-27
Grant Date 2022-06-28
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Schalles, Marc

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a method and apparatus for in-situ calibration and/or validation of a thermometer having a temperature sensor and a reference element composed at least partially of a material that undergoes a phase transformation at a phase transformation temperature, wherein the material remains in the solid phase in the phase transformation, the method including detecting and/or registering a measured value from the temperature sensor; detecting and/or registering a reference variable of the reference element; detecting the occurrence of the phase transformation based on a change of the reference variable; ascertaining a phase transformation time at which the phase transformation occurs; determining a sensor temperature using the temperature sensor at a measurement time that has the shortest time separation from the phase transformation time; and comparing the sensor temperature with the phase transformation temperature and/or determining a difference between the sensor temperature and the phase transformation temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/36 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using magnetic elements, e.g. magnets, coils
  • G01K 11/00 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or

39.

Device and method for the in-situ calibration of a thermometer

      
Application Number 16476755
Grant Number 11175190
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-30
First Publication Date 2019-11-28
Grant Date 2021-11-16
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Korn, Michael
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a device for determining a temperature of a liquid. The device comprises a first temperature sensor and a reference element. The reference element is composed of a material in which a phase transformation occurs at a predetermined temperature within a temperature range relevant for operation of the device. The material remains in the solid phase. Arranged on the reference element are a first and a second electrode electrically insulated from one another. The device includes a first connection line for contacting the first electrode, and a second connection line for contacting the second electrode. The device further includes a third connection line composed of a material different from the material of the first or the second connection line. The third connection line forms with the first or the second connection line the first temperature sensor in the form of a first thermocouple.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/00 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples

40.

Device and method for the in-situ calibration of a thermometer

      
Application Number 16476783
Grant Number 11519794
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-06
First Publication Date 2019-11-28
Grant Date 2022-12-06
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Schalles, Marc

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a device for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a liquid, comprising a temperature sensor, a reference element for in-situ calibration and/or validation of a temperature sensor and an electronics unit, wherein the reference element is composed at least partially of a material, in the case of which at least one phase transformation occurs at at least a first predetermined phase transformation temperature in a temperature range relevant for calibrating the temperature sensor, in which phase transformation the material remains in the solid phase. According to the present disclosure, the electronics unit is embodied to supply the reference element with a dynamic excitation signal. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a method for calibration and/or validation of a temperature sensor based on a device of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/34 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using capacitative elements
  • G01K 7/36 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using magnetic elements, e.g. magnets, coils

41.

Temperature sensor

      
Application Number 16472384
Grant Number 11435236
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-06
First Publication Date 2019-11-28
Grant Date 2022-09-06
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Saecker, Dietmar
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a liquid. The apparatus includes at least one temperature sensor arranged in a sensor head. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing the apparatus. At least one internal volume of the sensor head is at least partially filled with at least one first material and at least one second material. The first material serves for affixing at least one component of the temperature sensor within the sensor head, and the second material serves for heat conduction within the sensor head.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 5/02 - Measuring temperature based on the expansion or contraction of a material the material being a liquid
  • G01K 7/22 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements the element being a non-linear resistance, e.g. thermistor
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings

42.

Thermometer

      
Application Number 16476591
Grant Number 11566946
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-30
First Publication Date 2019-11-21
Grant Date 2023-01-31
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a liquid and to a method for manufacturing a corresponding apparatus. The apparatus comprises at least one temperature sensor and a measuring element, wherein at least the temperature sensor and the measuring element are arranged in a single sensor head. Further arranged at least partially within the sensor head is at least one unit comprising a material with anisotropic thermal conductivity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

43.

Communication adapter for a transmitter of a field device

      
Application Number 16463912
Grant Number 10804657
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-11
First Publication Date 2019-09-26
Grant Date 2020-10-13
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Korn, Michael
  • Härle, Thomas
  • Jögel, Thomas
  • Warnking, Michael
  • Zeller, Robert

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an adapter for a 2-wire field device, especially a 2-wire field device of process and/or automation technology, comprising a communication unit for, especially wireless, especially bi directional, communication with an external unit, and an energy storage unit for supply of at least the communication unit with electrical energy. According to the present disclosure, the adapter includes a first connection element for, especially electrical, contacting of the adapter with a second, first connection element complementary, connection element of the field device, wherein the at least two connection elements are embodied for supply of at least the adapter with electrical energy and for exchanging information. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a transmitter with an adapter of the present disclosure as well as a 2-wire field device having an adapter of the present disclosure or a transmitter of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • G01D 21/00 - Measuring or testing not otherwise provided for
  • G01F 15/06 - Indicating or recording devices
  • G08C 17/02 - Arrangements for transmitting signals characterised by the use of a wireless electrical link using a radio link
  • 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
  • G01F 23/00 - 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
  • H01R 103/00 - Two poles

44.

Flexible multipoint thermometer

      
Application Number 15745394
Grant Number 10712205
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-22
First Publication Date 2019-01-10
Grant Date 2020-07-14
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Del Bianco, Massimo

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a sensing assembly for sensing a temperature, at least including at least one elongated member, one pre-formed fitting at least partially surrounding the elongated member, and one sleeve member, wherein the elongated member and the pre-formed fitting are positioned within an inner cavity of the sleeve member, and wherein the sleeve member is manufactured such that it is at least partially flexible. The disclosure furthermore relates to a multipoint sensing assembly and to a method for fabrication of a sensing assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/00 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat
  • G01K 1/00 - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer
  • G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples

45.

Multipoint sensor for determining an existing temperature profile of a medium, and method for producing same

      
Application Number 16063536
Grant Number 10768052
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-15
First Publication Date 2019-01-03
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Umkehrer, Alfred
  • Palma, Luca

Abstract

The invention relates to a multipoint sensor for determining a temperature profile of a medium and to a method for producing said multipoint sensor. The multipoint sensor includes a tubular sheath having a closed end region; at least two cylindrical spacers produced from a material having a high thermal conductivity and arranged in an axially-spaced manner in the interior of the sheath. Each spacer includes a recess for holding a temperature-sensitive component of an elongate temperature sensor. Each spacer, with the exception of the spacer closest to the closed end region, has through-bores for feeding through the elongate temperature sensors fastened to the preceding spacers. The number of through-bores of a spacer corresponds to the number of preceding spacers. A filling material, is arranged between the spacers and surrounds each of the elongate temperature sensors. The filling material has a lower thermal conductivity than the material of the spacers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/26 - Compensating for effects of pressure changes
  • G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes

46.

Device and method for reliably and precisely determining the temperature of a medium

      
Application Number 16061699
Grant Number 10788378
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-15
First Publication Date 2018-12-20
Grant Date 2020-09-29
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Irrgang, Klaus
  • Schalles, Marc

Abstract

A device for determining the temperature of a medium in a tube or in a container is disclosed. The device includes a measuring tube protruding into the medium and closed at the end facing the medium by a measuring tube base, a resistance-based temperature sensor as a main sensor, and a thermoelectric voltage-based temperature sensor as an auxiliary sensor, arranged within the measuring tube at a fixed offset relative to the main sensor. The main sensor and the auxiliary sensor transmit measurement values to an analysis/transmitter unit. If the amount of a difference between the measurement values of the main sensor and the auxiliary sensor exceeds a first specified threshold, a fault notification relating to the integrity of the device is generated in the analysis/transmitter unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/00 - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer
  • G01K 7/00 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings

47.

Method for in-situ calibration of an analog measurement transmission path and corresponding apparatus

      
Application Number 15777280
Grant Number 10989574
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-21
First Publication Date 2018-11-15
Grant Date 2021-04-27
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Heitz, Ulrich
  • Koch, Daniel
  • Stahl, Marc

Abstract

A method for in-situ calibration of an analog measurement transmission path coupled with the determining and/or monitoring of a process variable of a medium is disclosed, wherein analog electrical signals are transmitted via the measurement transmission path from a control/evaluation unit to a control unit, wherein the control/evaluation unit is associated with a sensor, which determines and/or monitors the process variable based on at least one component sensitive for the process variable. The sensor is operated either in a measuring mode or in a simulation mode, wherein, in the simulation mode, the control/evaluation unit outputs for a set time span an analog electrical signal, which is unequivocally recognizable as simulated and is recognized and registered by control unit, and the calibrating of the measurement transmission path is performed, in that the control unit determines the deviation between the analog electrical signal and the registered analog electrical signal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 18/00 - Testing or calibrating apparatus or arrangements provided for in groups
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

48.

Method for calibrating a temperature sensor located in a process of automation technology

      
Application Number 15758451
Grant Number 10760979
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-08-26
First Publication Date 2018-09-06
Grant Date 2020-09-01
Owner Endress+ Hauser Wetzer GmbH+ Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Kalteis, Helmut

Abstract

The application discloses a method for calibrating a temperature sensor located in a process of automation technology, wherein the calibration method comprises method steps as follows: specifying or ascertaining a temperature measuring range, which is passed through in the process of automation technology; specifying or ascertaining a reference temperature arising in the temperature measuring range; determining temperature measured values by means of the temperature sensor; detecting whether temperature measured values are at least approximately constant in the temperature measuring range during a specified time span; correcting the at least approximately constant, measured value of temperature in the temperature measuring range to the reference temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

49.

Apparatus for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a medium

      
Application Number 15748473
Grant Number 11187596
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-28
First Publication Date 2018-08-09
Grant Date 2021-11-30
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Umkehrer, Alfred
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo

Abstract

The invention relates to an apparatus for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a medium, comprising at least one temperature sensor having at least one sensor element, an electronics unit, an input unit, and a display unit. The electronics unit is embodied to determine and/or to monitor at least the temperature of the medium and to detect whether the temperature sensor is immersed at least partially in at least one comparison medium with known comparison temperature. When the temperature sensor is immersed in a comparison medium the electronics unit performs a comparison measurement for calibrating and/or validating the sensor element. The temperature of the comparison medium is determined in the form of a comparison temperature measured value.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

50.

Method and apparatus for in situ calibration of a thermometer

      
Application Number 15748504
Grant Number 10794775
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-28
First Publication Date 2018-08-02
Grant Date 2020-10-06
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Umkehrer, Alfred
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo

Abstract

An apparatus for determining and/or monitoring temperature of a medium, comprising at least one temperature sensor and at least two reference elements for in situ calibration and/or validation of the temperature sensor, wherein the first reference element is composed at least partially of a first material, in the case of which at least one phase transition of at least second order occurs at least a first predetermined phase transition temperature in the temperature range relevant for calibration of the temperature sensor, wherein the second reference element is composed at least partially of a second material, in the case of which at least one phase transition of at least second order occurs at least a second predetermined phase transition temperature in the range relevant for calibration of the temperature sensor, and wherein the at least two reference elements are contacted via exactly two connection wires.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 11/00 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/38 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using magnetic elements, e.g. magnets, coils the variations of temperature influencing the magnetic permeability

51.

Modular sealing apparatus with failure detection unit

      
Application Number 15745406
Grant Number 10913135
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-22
First Publication Date 2018-07-26
Grant Date 2021-02-09
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Eralti, Davide
  • Del Bianco, Massimo

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a kit for manufacturing a modular sealing apparatus for an installation assembly, a modular sealing apparatus comprising such kit and an installation assembly comprising such modular sealing apparatus. The kit comprises at least one piston, one bushing, and one sealing element, wherein the piston and the bushing are assembleable and accommodate the measuring insert by a bore provided in the piston and in the bushing, wherein the piston is interactively connected with the bushing such that a pressure transmitted by the piston to the bushing serves to deform the at least one sealing element to seal the bore extending through the piston and the bushing, wherein the kit comprises a failure detection unit with at least one sensing element to detect at least one failure condition of the installation assembly, and an electronics embodied to convert the failure condition into a failure signal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23P 19/04 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for assembling or disassembling parts
  • G01D 3/08 - Measuring arrangements with provision for the special purposes referred to in the subgroups of this group with provision for safeguarding the apparatus, e.g. against abnormal operation, against breakdown
  • G01D 11/24 - Housings
  • G01M 3/26 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by measuring rate of loss or gain of fluid, e.g. by pressure-responsive devices, by flow detectors

52.

Temperature probe

      
Application Number 15537909
Grant Number 11221257
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-10
First Publication Date 2018-04-19
Grant Date 2022-01-11
Owner Endress+Hauser Wetzer GmbH+Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Umkehrer, Alfred
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Brundl, Harald
  • Harle, Thomas

Abstract

The invention relates to a temperature probe (10) comprising a temperature-dependent measuring element (ME), which measuring element (ME) can be contacted via at least a first connecting line (1) and at least a second connecting line (2), the first connecting line (1) having a first and a second portion (T1, T2), and the first and the second portions (T1, T2) consisting of different materials.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/20 - Compensating for effects of temperature changes other than those to be measured, e.g. changes in ambient temperature
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples

53.

Measuring arrangement comprising first and second pairs of thermowires

      
Application Number 15523750
Grant Number 10393593
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-09-17
First Publication Date 2017-12-07
Grant Date 2019-08-27
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor Saecker, Dietmar

Abstract

A measuring arrangement comprising a first pair of thermowires wherein the two thermowires of the first pair are insulated completely from one another by an insulation, such as, for example, a material, which serves for electrical insulation between the two thermowires of the first pair.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • G01K 7/06 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples the object to be measured not forming one of the thermoelectric materials the thermoelectric materials being arranged one within the other with the junction at one end exposed to the object, e.g. sheathed type
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes

54.

Temperature sensor

      
Application Number 15528900
Grant Number 10466113
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-11-03
First Publication Date 2017-11-16
Grant Date 2019-11-05
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wolf, Georg
  • Wiedemann, Stephan
  • Umkehrer, Alfred

Abstract

A temperature sensor comprising an elongated hollow body, such as a carrier pipe, a shaped part arranged at one end of the hollow body, and a coupling element which is thermally coupled to a measuring element. The shaped part is used for thermally insulating the coupling element from the hollow body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01K 1/18 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element for reducing thermal inertia

55.

Method for operating a measuring apparatus

      
Application Number 15038917
Grant Number 10584990
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-03
First Publication Date 2017-03-02
Grant Date 2020-03-10
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Vrdoljak, Pavo
  • Seefeld, Peter

Abstract

A method for operating a measuring apparatus, comprising the steps as follows: ascertaining a flow velocity; comparing the ascertained flow velocity with a threshold value, which corresponds to a critical loading, especially to a resonant frequency, of a measuring apparatus immersion body protruding into the flow; and outputting a report, which signals reaching of a critical flow and/or frequency.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 1/32 - 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 mechanical effects by detection of dynamic effects of the flow using swirl flowmeters
  • G01F 1/66 - 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 measuring frequency, phase shift or propagation time of electromagnetic or other waves, e.g. using ultrasonic flowmeters
  • G01F 25/00 - Testing or calibration of apparatus for measuring volume, volume flow or liquid level or for metering by volume
  • G01F 15/18 - Supports or connecting means for meters
  • G01F 1/58 - 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 by electromagnetic flowmeters

56.

Thermo wire testing circuit

      
Application Number 15071318
Grant Number 10209143
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-16
First Publication Date 2016-09-22
Grant Date 2019-02-19
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor Lugli, Roberto

Abstract

A thermo wire testing circuit, comprising: a current source terminal for supplying a test current to a first thermo wire via a first terminal during a test mode; a current drain terminal for receiving the test current from a second thermo wire via a second terminal during the test mode; a reference resistor for generating a reference voltage, which reference resistor is arranged in the current circuit of the test current; and a processing unit coupleable to the first and second terminals and to the reference resistor, and configured to compare a voltage drop caused by said test current between the first and second terminal with the reference voltage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples

57.

Sensing assembly and method for fabricating a sensing assembly

      
Application Number 14969050
Grant Number 10101215
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-15
First Publication Date 2016-06-23
Grant Date 2018-10-16
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor Mella, Stefano

Abstract

A method for fabricating a sensing assembly, preferably for sensing temperature, comprising: positioning, e.g. inserting, at least one elongated member, e.g. a temperature probe, a cable or a wire, preferably for determining a temperature, and at least one pre-formed fitting, e.g. a ceramic block, into an inner cavity of a sleeve member, e.g., a tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/00 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat
  • G01K 1/00 - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer
  • G01K 3/00 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature
  • G01K 1/02 - Means for indicating or recording specially adapted for thermometers
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings

58.

Measuring transducer supply unit, system for use in automation technology, and method for operating such a system

      
Application Number 14782800
Grant Number 10116338
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-02-17
First Publication Date 2016-02-11
Grant Date 2018-10-30
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schauble, Harald
  • Springmann, Thorsten
  • Zenuni, Amend

Abstract

A measuring transducer supply unit for use in automation technology, which makes the connection of at least one field unit to a superordinate unit by means of a two-wire line possible, wherein the measuring transducer supply unit comprises at least a switch, a radio module, and a circuitry. The radio module can be activated or de-activated by means of the switch, and the circuitry realizes the conversion between signals of the two-wire line and signals of the radio module such that the at least one field unit connected to the measuring transducer supply unit via the two-wire line can be operated by wireless communications connection by means of the radio module.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 9/02 - Safety arrangements electric
  • H04B 1/00 - Details of transmission systems, not covered by a single one of groups Details of transmission systems not characterised by the medium used for transmission
  • H04W 76/20 - Manipulation of established connections
  • G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
  • H04B 5/00 - Near-field transmission systems, e.g. inductive or capacitive transmission systems
  • H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol

59.

Control electronics for a process device and method for operation therefor

      
Application Number 14652599
Grant Number 10289135
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-06
First Publication Date 2015-11-26
Grant Date 2019-05-14
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Lugli, Roberto
  • Korn, Michael

Abstract

Control electronics for a two-wire process device, which two-wire process device can be connected to a two-wire loop. The control electronics comprises an input circuit and a control unit connected to the input circuit, wherein the input circuit is used in a first operating mode to set a current and/or voltage in the two-wire loop by means of a control signal transmitted by the control unit. The input circuit is used in a second operating mode to automatically, in particular independently of the control unit or independently of the control signal transmitted by the control unit, to set the current and/or the electric voltage in the two-wire loop.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 23/02 - Electric testing or monitoring
  • G05F 1/10 - Regulating voltage or current
  • G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
  • G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]

60.

Method for operating a fieldbus protocol capable field device

      
Application Number 14647716
Grant Number 09898002
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-29
First Publication Date 2015-11-19
Grant Date 2018-02-20
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schneid, Christian
  • Schnalke, Michael

Abstract

A method for operating a fieldbus protocol capable field device, wherein the fieldbus protocol includes at least one command, which serves, depending on a value of an auxiliary variable, for performing a first function, respectively for performing a second function, of field device, wherein the first and second functions differ from one another.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]
  • H04L 12/40 - Bus networks

61.

Sensor element, thermometer as well as method for determining a temperature

      
Application Number 14651295
Grant Number 09995639
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-06
First Publication Date 2015-11-05
Grant Date 2018-06-12
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Seefeld, Peter

Abstract

A sensor element, comprising first and second measuring paths, wherein the first measuring path extends via a first segment of a first material and the second measuring path at least partially extends via this first segment of the first material, wherein the second measuring path extends additionally via a second segment, which is composed of a second material different from the first material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/18 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements the element being a linear resistance, e.g. platinum resistance thermometer
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

62.

Method and apparatus for calibrating a thermometer in situ

      
Application Number 14744555
Grant Number 10495526
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-19
First Publication Date 2015-10-08
Grant Date 2019-12-03
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Boguhn, Dirk
  • Seefeld, Peter
  • Buchner, Reinhard

Abstract

Ph) in a temperature range relevant for calibrating the temperature sensor (S).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01C 11/22 - Interpretation of pictures by comparison of two or more pictures of the same area the pictures being supported in the same relative position as when they were taken with mechanical projection
  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01C 13/00 - Surveying specially adapted to open water, e.g. sea, lake, river or canal
  • G01K 7/34 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using capacitative elements

63.

Installation assembly for a thermometer

      
Application Number 14548644
Grant Number 09970791
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-20
First Publication Date 2015-05-28
Grant Date 2018-05-15
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Palma, Luca
  • Furgut, Helena

Abstract

An installation assembly for connecting a probe element to a wall of a container, comprising: a first mounting part and a second mounting part, wherein the first mounting part serves for attaching the assembly to the container wall and has a lead-through through which the probe element is insertable. The second mounting part serves for receiving and fastening the probe element, and the first and the second mounting part are flexibly connected to each other.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • G01D 11/30 - Supports specially adapted for an instrumentSupports specially adapted for a set of instruments

64.

Method and apparatus for diagnosis of a communication channel

      
Application Number 13939370
Grant Number 09672730
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-07-11
First Publication Date 2014-01-16
Grant Date 2017-06-06
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wohrle, Markus
  • Klotz, Gunter
  • Horn, Christoph

Abstract

An apparatus for diagnosis of a communication channel, wherein a communication signal serves for data transmission and is a frequency-modulated signal. The apparatus includes a receiving circuit, which serves for receiving the frequency-modulated signal. The receiving circuit includes a monitoring unit, which serves for determining a signal parameter of the frequency-modulated signal. The receiving circuit also includes a demodulator, which serves to demodulate the frequency-modulated signal. The receiving circuit also includes a signal processing unit, which is connected with the demodulator and with the monitoring unit, wherein the signal processing unit, at least at times, serves for evaluating the signal parameter of the frequency-modulated signal determined by means the monitoring unit and, at least at times, for evaluating the demodulated signal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G08C 19/16 - Electric signal transmission systems in which transmission is by pulses
  • H03M 1/12 - Analogue/digital converters
  • G08C 25/00 - Arrangements for preventing or correcting errorsMonitoring arrangements
  • H04B 3/46 - MonitoringTesting
  • H04B 17/10 - MonitoringTesting of transmitters
  • H04B 17/20 - MonitoringTesting of receivers

65.

Delta-sigma D/A converter

      
Application Number 13884639
Grant Number 08988261
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-10-20
First Publication Date 2013-09-12
Grant Date 2015-03-24
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Lugli, Roberto
  • Korn, Michael
  • Zotz, Alfred
  • Damith, Stephan

Abstract

A delta-sigma D/A converter, by which a digital valued, input signal is convertible into a binary, clock signal time discrete, output signal. By forming an average value of the output signal over a number of clock signal cycles, an analog value of the input signal can be displayed. The delta-sigma D/A converter is embodied in such a manner that, in use, it provides the output signal by serial arrangement of signal patterns of a set of signal patterns, wherein the signal patterns of the set are, in each case, binary, clock signal time discrete and extend over a signal pattern cycles total of a plurality of clock cycles. At least two signal patterns of the set have mutually different signal pattern average values, which are formed over the respective signal pattern cycles total, and all signal patterns of the set have, in each case, essentially the same number, especially exactly the same number, of edges.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H03M 1/82 - Digital/analogue converters with intermediate conversion to time interval
  • H03M 3/02 - Delta modulation, i.e. one-bit differential modulation
  • H03M 3/00 - Conversion of analogue values to or from differential modulation
  • H03M 7/30 - CompressionExpansionSuppression of unnecessary data, e.g. redundancy reduction

66.

Method for data transmission by telegram

      
Application Number 13612140
Grant Number 08782312
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-09-12
First Publication Date 2013-04-18
Grant Date 2014-07-15
Owner
  • Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
  • SafeIn Train GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schnalke, Michael
  • Niederer, Manfred
  • Damith, Stephan
  • Biechele, Peter

Abstract

A method for data transmission by telegram via a fieldbus of process automation technology, wherein information is transmitted via the fieldbus in the form of data in at least one telegram, and wherein the information, especially the same information, is transmitted in the at least one telegram in a first data format and in a second data format, wherein the first data format differs from the second data format.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/00 - Input arrangements for transferring data to be processed into a form capable of being handled by the computerOutput arrangements for transferring data from processing unit to output unit, e.g. interface arrangements
  • G06F 13/00 - Interconnection of, or transfer of information or other signals between, memories, input/output devices or central processing units

67.

Connection terminal block

      
Application Number 13642185
Grant Number 08777657
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-03-23
First Publication Date 2013-02-07
Grant Date 2014-07-15
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Iselt, Torsten
  • Seefeld, Peter

Abstract

An apparatus for connecting a measuring transducer with a control/evaluation unit, wherein at least one clamping apparatus is placed on a molded part. The clamping apparatus serves for producing a connection between at least one connecting line of the measuring transducer and at least one connecting line of the control/evaluation unit, wherein a soldering tab is provided, which serves for producing a soldered connection between the connecting line of the measuring transducer and the clamping apparatus, and wherein the soldering tab is embodied at least partially in such a manner so as, and serves, to damp possibly occurring vibrations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/38 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a clamping member acted on by screw or nut

68.

Measuring arrangement for determining amount of heat

      
Application Number 13514195
Grant Number 09316548
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-11-10
First Publication Date 2012-09-27
Grant Date 2016-04-19
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Wohrle, Stefan

Abstract

A measuring arrangement comprising a heat meter having a flow sensor, a first temperature sensor, a second temperature sensor and computing means. The first temperature sensor serves to register a temperature in the feed line of the heat exchanger and the second temperature sensor serves to register a temperature in the drain line of the heat exchanger. The computing means serves to calculate the amount of heat exchanged. A first transfer function, which serves to determine the temperature in the feed line based on a measurement signal of the first temperature sensor, is stored in the computing means; a second transfer function is stored in the computing means; wherein the first transfer function differs from the second transfer function; and the second transfer function serves to determine the temperature in the drain line based on a measurement signal of the second temperature sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01F 17/00 - Methods or apparatus for determining the capacity of containers or cavities, or the volume of solid bodies
  • G01K 17/00 - Measuring quantity of heat
  • G01K 17/10 - Measuring quantity of heat conveyed by flowing media, e.g. in heating systems based upon measurement of temperature difference between an inlet and an outlet point, combined with measurement of rate of flow of the medium
  • G01K 17/06 - Measuring quantity of heat conveyed by flowing media, e.g. in heating systems
  • G01K 17/08 - Measuring quantity of heat conveyed by flowing media, e.g. in heating systems based upon measurement of temperature difference
  • G01K 17/12 - Indicating product of flow and temperature difference directly
  • G01K 17/18 - Indicating product of flow and temperature difference directly using electrical means for one measurement and mechanical means for the other

69.

Protective tube inner part for a thermometer with a protective tube

      
Application Number 13314417
Grant Number 09074946
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-12-08
First Publication Date 2012-06-14
Grant Date 2015-07-07
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schmidt, Dieter
  • Seefeld, Peter
  • Umkehrer, Alfred
  • Meissner, Wilfried
  • Kalteis, Helmut

Abstract

A thermometer with protective tube inner part for insertion into a protective tube, especially a protective tube of a thermometer, wherein the protective tube inner part serves for arranging conductor elements, and wherein the protective tube inner part is matched to the shape of the inside of the protective tube in the region of a closed, protective tube end, and wherein the protective tube inner part serves to arrange the conductor elements on the side of the protective tube inner part facing the protective tube in the installed state.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/16 - Special arrangements for conducting heat from the object to the sensitive element
  • G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow

70.

Method and apparatus for calibrating a thermometer in situ

      
Application Number 13217330
Grant Number 09091601
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-08-25
First Publication Date 2012-03-01
Grant Date 2015-07-28
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schalles, Marc
  • Boguhn, Dirk
  • Seefeld, Peter
  • Buchner, Reinhard

Abstract

Ph) in a temperature range relevant for calibrating the temperature sensor (S).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers

71.

Resistance temperature sensor

      
Application Number 13166854
Grant Number 08777484
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-06-23
First Publication Date 2011-12-29
Grant Date 2014-07-15
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Seefeld, Peter
  • Buchner, Reinhard

Abstract

A resistance temperature sensor with a first temperature sensor element and a second temperature sensor element, wherein the first temperature sensor element comprises a first measuring path and the second temperature sensor element a second measuring path, wherein the first and the second measuring paths extend on a substrate, wherein the substrate has an anisotropic thermal expansion with at least two mutually differing expansion directions (a, c), and wherein a projection of the first measuring path on the expansion directions (a) differs from a projection of the second measuring path on the expansion directions (c).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • G01J 5/20 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry using electric radiation detectors using resistors, thermistors or semiconductors sensitive to radiation, e.g. photoconductive devices
  • H01C 3/08 - Dimension or characteristic of resistive element changing gradually or in discrete steps from one terminal to another

72.

Apparatus for determining and/or monitoring a process variable

      
Application Number 13129862
Grant Number 10378968
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-11-08
First Publication Date 2011-09-15
Grant Date 2019-08-13
Owner ENDRESS + HAUSER WETZER GMBH + CO. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Boguhn, Dirk
  • Iselt, Torsten
  • De Guzmann, Larry

Abstract

An apparatus for determining and/or monitoring at least one process variable. The apparatus includes: at least one sensor element, which is connected to at least one connection line; and at least one conductor element, which is connected to the connection line. At least one formed part is provided; that at least one opening is provided in the formed part for introduction of the connection line; that at least one opening is provided in the formed part for introduction of the conductor element; and that there is provided in the formed part at least one chamber section, into which open the opening for introduction of the connection line and the opening for introduction of the conductor element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 1/00 - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer
  • G01K 7/00 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat
  • G01K 7/02 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using thermoelectric elements, e.g. thermocouples
  • B23K 26/22 - Spot welding
  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
  • H01R 4/50 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
  • H01R 43/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for soldered or welded connections
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component

73.

Method for operating a system of field devices

      
Application Number 13060367
Grant Number 08521309
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-08-06
First Publication Date 2011-06-23
Grant Date 2013-08-27
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Konrad, Stephan
  • Pollath, Rainer

Abstract

A method for operating a system of field devices, wherein the system has at least two field devices, and wherein the field devices especially are measuring devices and/or actuators and/or display devices. A second field device is activated by a first field device, and that, in the case of a successful activation of a field device different from the first field device, the first field device is deactivated.

IPC Classes  ?

74.

Apparatus for transfer of electrical energy

      
Application Number 12735800
Grant Number 08279632
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-02-11
First Publication Date 2010-12-23
Grant Date 2012-10-02
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Wohrle, Markus

Abstract

An apparatus for transfer of electrical energy between a primary side and a secondary side. The apparatus includes: at least one voltage input on the primary side; at least one transformer, wherein the transformer has on the primary side at least a first winding area and a second winding area; and at least one voltage monitoring unit, wherein the voltage monitoring unit is embodied in such a manner, that it connects the voltage input with the first winding area or the second winding area as a function of a primary voltage present at the voltage input.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02M 3/335 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output with intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode to produce the intermediate AC using devices of a triode or a transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only

75.

Apparatus for measuring temperature

      
Application Number 11990603
Grant Number 08231266
Status In Force
Filing Date 2006-07-13
First Publication Date 2009-08-13
Grant Date 2012-07-31
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
Inventor Schulze, Stefan

Abstract

An apparatus for ascertaining and/or monitoring at least one temperature. The apparatus includes, according to a first variable, at least one temperature sensor, at least one reference temperature sensor and at least one heating/cooling unit, which is thermally coupled with the temperature sensor and with the reference temperature sensor. According to a second variant, the invention includes that at least one reference temperature sensor and the temperature sensor and the reference temperature sensor are embodied and placed in such a manner that they measure essentially the same temperature. At least one head transmitter is provided, which connects the temperature sensor and the reference temperature sensor with the head transmitter in such a manner that the head transmitter receives the data measured by the temperature sensor and the reference temperature sensor. At least one memory unit is provided, in which the measured data of the temperature sensor and the reference temperature sensor are storable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 1/00 - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer

76.

MEMO-GRAPH

      
Application Number 897421
Status Registered
Filing Date 2006-07-05
Registration Date 2006-07-05
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Apparatus for recording data, especially measured data of process parameters.

77.

FLOWPHANT

      
Application Number 843610
Status Registered
Filing Date 2004-11-04
Registration Date 2004-11-04
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring transmitters, especially measuring transmitters for measuring the flow rate of liquids or gases; limit switches, especially flow limit switches.

78.

THERMOPHANT

      
Application Number 838439
Status Registered
Filing Date 2004-07-08
Registration Date 2004-07-08
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Measuring instruments for measuring physical parameters, especially measuring instruments for measuring temperature; limit switches, especially temperature switches, namely heat regulating apparatuses or electric switches.

79.

SOLISWITCH

      
Application Number 762609
Status Registered
Filing Date 2001-06-22
Registration Date 2001-06-22
Owner Endress + Hauser Wetzer GmbH + Co. KG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Sensors.