An imaging system having a forward and rearward orientation and comprising: (a) one or more parabolic reflectors having a base, a focus, and a reflector axis, said one or more parabolic reflectors defining a central reflector axis; (b) at least one a light source disposed near or essentially at said focus of each of said one or more parabolic reflectors forward of its base; and (c) an imaging device disposed within said one or more parabolic reflectors, and comprising a zooming lens having an optical axis essentially coincident with said central reflector axis.
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An inspection system comprising (a) one or more sleds, each sled comprising (i) three or more rails running lengthwise and defining a diameter and a central axis of said each sled, (ii) first and second mounts, (iii) a nozzle comprising an interface configured for connection to a hose, and (iv) one or more jets configured for communicating fluid from said hose outward; (c) a camera module comprising (i) a housing, (ii) a camera having an optical axis, (iii) one or more lights; (iv) at least one battery, (v) memory operatively connected to said camera for recording images from said camera; and (vi) front and rear members for interengaging with said first and second mounts, respectively, such that at least one of said front or rear members urges against said first or second mounts to secure said camera module to said each sled such that said optical axis is essentially coincident with said central axis.
A system for automatically obtaining 360° manhole video data, said system comprising a housing; a 360° video camera in said housing, one or more lights disposed in said housing, a digital processor disposed in said housing, a distance finder disposed in said housing, and digital storage disposed in said housing for storing digital data from said 360° video camera, wherein said digital processor is configured to automatically obtain manhole video data by commencing acquisition of video data once said housing is maintained at the same vertical position from the bottom of the manhole, as determined by said distance finder, for a predetermined time, once said digital processor commences acquiring video data, prompting a user to begin lowering said housing; stopping acquisition of said video data once said housing is a predetermined distance from said bottom of the manhole, and prompting said user to withdraw the housing from said manhole.
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Camera systems consisting principally of a computerized
imaging unit connected to a push-rod mounted camera head,
for the inspection of pipes and other confined, inaccessible
and/or hazardous spaces.
An imaging system having a forward and rearward orientation and comprising: (a) one or more parabolic reflectors having a base, a focus, and a reflector axis, said one or more parabolic reflectors defining a central reflector axis; (b) at least one a light source disposed near or essentially at said focus of each of said one or more parabolic reflectors forward of its base; and (c) an imaging device disposed within said one or more parabolic reflectors, and comprising a zooming lens having an optical axis essentially coincident with said central reflector axis.
G03B 15/03 - Combinations of cameras with lighting apparatusFlash units
F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
G01N 21/954 - Inspecting the inner surface of hollow bodies, e.g. bores
G03B 3/02 - Focusing arrangements of general interest for cameras, projectors or printers moving lens along baseboard
G03B 15/05 - Combinations of cameras with electronic flash apparatusElectronic flash units
H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
A system for automatically obtaining 360 ° manhole video data, said system comprising a housing; a 360° video camera in said housing, one or more lights disposed in said housing, a digital processor disposed in said housing, a distance finder disposed in said housing, and digital storage disposed in said housing for storing digital data from said 360° video camera, wherein said digital processor is configured to automatically obtain manhole video data by commencing acquisition of video data once said housing is maintained at the same vertical position from the bottom of the manhole, as determined by said distance finder, for a predetermined time, once said digital processor commences acquiring video data, prompting a user to begin lowering said housing; stopping acquisition of said video data once said housing is a predetermined distance from said bottom of the manhole, and prompting said user to withdraw the housing from said manhole.
A crawler comprising: (a) a body; (b) a camera head in or connected to said body; (c) a plurality of motorized hub assemblies; and (d) a plurality of legs, each of said plurality of legs having a first end and a distal second end, said first end being connected to said body, and said second end being connected to one of said plurality of motorized hub assemblies, wherein said legs are actuatable to define a minimum extended position and an extended position, wherein said motorized hub assemblies are close to said body in said minimum extended position, and distal from said body in said extended position.
An inspection system comprising (a) one or more sleds, each sled comprising (i) three or more rails running lengthwise and defining a diameter and a central axis of said each sled, (ii) first and second mounts, (iii) a nozzle comprising an interface configured for connection to a hose, and (iv) one or more jets configured for communicating fluid from said hose outward; (c) a camera module comprising (i) a housing, (ii) a camera having an optical axis, (iii) one or more lights; (iv) at least one battery, (v) memory operatively connected to said camera for recording images from said camera; and (vi) front and rear members for interengaging with said first and second mounts, respectively, such that at least one of said front or rear members urges against said first or second mounts to secure said camera module to said each sled such that said optical axis is essentially coincident with said central axis.
A push camera apparatus comprising: (a) at least one reel configured to rotate on a base to pay out or reel in a cable, the reel having a cable input; (b) the cable having a proximate end and a distal end, the proximate end being connected to the cable input; (c) a camera connected to the distal end and configured to transmit image data through the cable to the cable input; and (d) a communication module operatively connected to the cable input and configured to rotate with the reel, and to transmit wirelessly the image data from the cable input to a wireless controller.
An inspection system comprising (a) one or more sleds, each sled comprising (i) three or more rails running lengthwise and defining a diameter and a central axis of said each sled, (ii) first and second mounts, (iii) a nozzle comprising an interface configured for connection to a hose, and (iv) one or more jets configured for communicating fluid from said hose outward; (c) a camera module comprising (i) a housing, (ii) a camera having an optical axis, (iii) one or more lights; (iv) at least one battery, (v) memory operatively connected to said camera for recording images from said camera; and (vi) front and rear members for interengaging with said first and second mounts, respectively, such that at least one of said front or rear members urges against said first or second mounts to secure said camera module to said each sled such that said optical axis is essentially coincident with said central axis.
An imaging system having a forward and rearward orientation and comprising: (a) one or more parabolic reflectors having a base, a focus, and a reflector axis, said one or more parabolic reflectors defining a central reflector axis; (b) at least one a light source disposed near or essentially at said focus of each of said one or more parabolic reflectors forward of its base; and (c) an imaging device disposed within said one or more parabolic reflectors, and comprising a zooming lens having an optical axis essentially coincident with said central reflector axis.
G03B 15/03 - Combinations of cameras with lighting apparatusFlash units
G03B 3/02 - Focusing arrangements of general interest for cameras, projectors or printers moving lens along baseboard
H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
G03B 15/05 - Combinations of cameras with electronic flash apparatusElectronic flash units
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G01N 21/954 - Inspecting the inner surface of hollow bodies, e.g. bores
A push camera apparatus comprising: (a) at least one reel configured to rotate on a base to pay out or reel in a cable, the reel having a cable input; (b) the cable having a proximate end and a distal end, the proximate end being connected to the cable input; (c) a camera connected to the distal end and configured to transmit image data through the cable to the cable input; and (d) a communication module operatively connected to the cable input and configured to rotate with the reel, and to transmit wirelessly the image data from the cable input to a wireless controller.
A push camera apparatus comprising: (a) at least one reel configured to rotate on a base to pay out or reel in a cable, the reel having a cable input; (b) the cable having a proximate end and a distal end, the proximate end being connected to the cable input; (c) a camera connected to the distal end and configured to transmit image data through the cable to the cable input; and (d) a communication module operatively connected to the cable input and configured to rotate with the reel, and to transmit wirelessly the image data from the cable input to a wireless controller.
An imaging system having a forward and rearward orientation and comprising: (a) one or more parabolic reflectors having a base, a focus, and a reflector axis, said one or more parabolic reflectors defining a central reflector axis; (b) at least one a light source disposed near or essentially at said focus of each of said one or more parabolic reflectors forward of its base; and (c) an imaging device disposed within said one or more parabolic reflectors, and comprising a zooming lens having an optical axis essentially coincident with said central reflector axis.
G03B 15/03 - Combinations of cameras with lighting apparatusFlash units
G03B 3/02 - Focusing arrangements of general interest for cameras, projectors or printers moving lens along baseboard
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G03B 15/05 - Combinations of cameras with electronic flash apparatusElectronic flash units
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G01N 21/954 - Inspecting the inner surface of hollow bodies, e.g. bores
A system for imaging a pipe comprising: (a) a first nozzle having a plurality of jets configured such that expelling fluid from the first nozzle urges the nozzle in an axial direction without substantially biasing the first nozzle laterally; (b) a second nozzle in fluid communication with the first nozzle, the second nozzle having one or more jets configured such that expelling fluid from the second nozzle biases the second nozzle laterally, wherein at least one of the first or second nozzles is configured for attachment to a hose for providing pressurized fluid, wherein the second nozzle is operatively connectable to the hose such that rotating the hose rotates the second nozzle; and (c) a camera attached proximately to the second nozzle.
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Camera systems, consisting principally of a computerized imaging unit connected to a umbilical-line mounted camera head, for the inspection of pipelines and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces
An imaging system comprising a parabolic reflector having a base and defining a first axis, a light source disposed proximate the base essentially along the first axis, an imaging device comprising a zooming lens having a second axis, the imaging device being disposed in front of the light source along the first axis such that the second axis and the first axis are essentially coincident.
G03B 15/03 - Combinations of cameras with lighting apparatusFlash units
G03B 3/02 - Focusing arrangements of general interest for cameras, projectors or printers moving lens along baseboard
G03B 15/05 - Combinations of cameras with electronic flash apparatusElectronic flash units
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F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
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METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING PROPER CURING OF PIPE LINERS USING DISTRIBUTED TEMPERATURE SENSING
The present invention relates to methods and apparatus utilizing distributed temperature sensing DTS, to monitor the temperature of a cured- in-place pipe liner to determine if proper curing temperatures and times are achieved. More particularly, an optical fiber (105) is placed between the pipe (101) and the liner (103) running the entire length of the liner. The optical fiber (105) is coupled to a DTS unit (107). During curing of the liner (103), the DTS unit (107) sends light pulses down the fiber from one end and detects the characteristics and time delay of light backscattered to the unit. The characteristics are indicative of the temperature of the optical fiber, while the delay is indicative of the round trip time of the light within the fiber, and thus the distance from the DTS unit from which any particular backscatter signal originated.
F16L 55/165 - Devices for covering leaks in pipes or hoses, e.g. hose-menders from inside the pipe a pipe being inserted in the damaged section
F16L 58/10 - Coatings characterised by the materials used by rubber or plastics
G01K 11/32 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using changes in transmittance, scattering or luminescence in optical fibres
A measurement system comprising an elongated member, a distal member connected to an end of the elongated member, the distal member having one or more register members to define a reference point(s), and a beam measurement device mounted to the distal member and configured to generate a beam at least a portion of the beam having a first axis essentially perpendicular to the reference point(s), the beam measurement device determining distance data based on the reflection of at least a portion of the beam.
A method of inspecting a lateral pipe extending from a manhole, said method comprising: (a) inserting an imaging head into said manhole using a positioning system, said imaging head connected to an elongated member and comprising an imaging device adapted to convert an image to an image signal, a lens optically coupled to said imaging device, and at least one lamp suitable for projecting a light beam, said lamp having a beam that is adjustable to enable said beam to move relative said imaging device; (b) imaging a target located within said lateral pipe; (c) holding said imaging device essentially steady while imaging said target and adjusting said beam to adjust the illumination of said target.
An imaging system comprising a parabolic reflector having a base and defining a first axis, a light source disposed proximate the base essentially along the first axis, an imaging device comprising a zooming lens having a second axis, the imaging device being disposed in front of the light source along the first axis such that the second axis and the first axis are essentially coincident.
An imaging system comprising a parabolic reflector having a base and defining a first axis, a light source disposed proximate the base essentially along the first axis, an imaging device comprising a zooming lens having a second axis, the imaging device being disposed in front of the light source along the first axis such that the second axis and the first axis are essentially coincident.
An imaging system comprising a parabolic reflector having a base and defining a first axis, a light source disposed proximate the base essentially along the first axis, an imaging device comprising a zooming lens having a second axis, the imaging device being disposed in front of the light source along the first axis such that the second axis and the first axis are essentially coincident.
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Camera systems consisting principally of a computerized imaging unit connected to a push-rod mounted camera head, for the inspection of pipes and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces
A method of inspecting a lateral pipe extending from a manhole, the method comprising: (a) extending an imaging head into the manhole using a positioning system, the imaging head comprising an imaging device and at least one lamp capable of producing a light beam, the positioning system comprising an elongated member and a targeting fixture operatively connected thereto, the imaging head being attached to one end of the elongated member, the targeting fixture having a distal end biased outwardly from the imaging head; (b) placing the distal end on a rigid surface proximate to the lateral pipe; (c) pushing down on the elongated member such that the distal end resiliently moves toward the imaging head, thereby allowing the light beam to be centered approximately in the lateral pipe; and (d) imaging a target located within the lateral pipe.
A method of inspecting a lateral pipe extending from a manhole, the method comprising: (a) extending an imaging head into the manhole using a positioning system, the imaging head comprising an imaging device and at least one lamp capable of producing a light beam, the positioning system comprising an elongated member and a targeting fixture operatively connected thereto, the imaging head being attached to one end of the elongated member, the targeting fixture having a distal end biased outwardly from the imaging head; (b) placing the distal end on a rigid surface proximate to the lateral pipe; (c) pushing down on the elongated member such that the distal end resiliently moves toward the imaging head, thereby allowing the light beam to be centered approximately in the lateral pipe; and (d) imaging a target located within the lateral pipe.
A method of inspecting a lateral pipe extending from a manhole, the method comprising: (a) extending an imaging head into the manhole using a positioning system, the imaging head comprising an imaging device and at least one lamp capable of producing a light beam, the positioning system comprising an elongated member and a targeting fixture operatively connected thereto, the imaging head being attached to one end of the elongated member, the targeting fixture having a distal end biased outwardly from the imaging head; (b) placing the distal end on a rigid surface proximate to the lateral pipe; (c) pushing down on the elongated member such that the distal end resiliently moves toward the imaging head, thereby allowing the light beam to be centered approximately in the lateral pipe; and (d) imaging a target located within the lateral pipe.
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Weatherproof container for housing, organizing and protecting video inspection equipment, namely, video inspection crawlers and accessories, namely, cameras, cable reels, control units, video monitors, video recorders, video editing systems, wheels, lamps, tools, washdown systems and generators
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Inspection equipment, namely, inspection cameras, video cameras, video monitors, robotic video camera-enabled inspection crawlers, manhole cameras, push cameras, zoom cameras, measuring devices in the nature of laser measurement calipers and electro-mechanical footage counters, electronic sensing devices in the nature of inclinometers and encoders, and image enhancement devices, namely, image enhancement circuitry, all of the aforementioned goods used for the inspection of pipes and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces Customized inspections vehicles in the nature of trucks, vans, SUVs and trailers, used for the inspection of pipes and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces [ Inspections of pipes and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces, namely, underground infrastructures, tanks, large vessels, manholes, wet wells, mainlines, sewer lines, water and storm water lines, and electrical conduits ]
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Inspection equipment, namely, inspection cameras, video cameras, video monitors, robotic video camera-enabled inspection crawlers, manhole cameras, push cameras, zoom cameras, measuring devices in the nature of laser measurement calipers and electro-mechanical footage counters, electronic sensing devices in the nature of inclinometers and encoders, and image enhancement devices, namely, image enhancement circuitry, all of the aforementioned goods used for the inspection of pipes and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces [ Customized inspections vehicles in the nature of trucks, vans, SUVs and trailers, used for the inspection of pipes and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces ] [ Inspections of pipes and other confined, inaccessible and/or hazardous spaces, namely, underground infrastructures, tanks, large vessels, manholes, wet wells, mainlines, sewer lines, water and storm water lines, and electrical conduits ]
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(1) Video monitors; image enhancement devices, namely, video image scopes, borescopes, fiberscopes, prismscopes, miniprobes, and econoscopes; and parts and accessories therefor, namely, cases, video processors, video processing circuits, image processing circuits, edge enhancement circuits, image subtraction circuits, image superpositioning circuits, image sensors, imaging devices, arc lamps, joysticks, insertion tubes, insertion shafts, eyepieces, adapters, optical fibers, mirrors, and lenses. (1) Services relating to the use of remote visual inspection devices, video monitors and image enhancement devices for viewing remote areas.
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Video monitors all for commercial and industrial use; image enhancement devices, namely, [ video image scopes, borescopes, fiberscopes, prismscopes, miniprobes, and econoscopes; all ] for commercial and industrial use; and parts and accessories therefor, namely, cases, video processors, video processing circuits, image processing circuits, edge enhancement circuits, [ image subtraction circuits, ] image super positioning circuits, image sensors, imaging devices, arc lamps, joysticks, [ insertion tubes, insertion shafts, eyepieces, adapters, optical fibers, mirrors, ] and lenses all for commercial and industrial use [ Technical remote visual inspection services for power generation, chemical, petroleum, and environmental industries utilizing remote visual inspection devices, video monitors and image enhancement devices for viewing remote areas ]
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REMOTELY OPERATED MINIATURE LAND VEHICLE USED FOR TRANSPORTATION OF VARIOUS DEVICES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO MEASUREMENT DEVICES, SENSING DEVICES, CAMERAS AND RETRIEVAL DEVICES, FOR THE POWER INDUSTRY
