公开(公告)号：US20140000291A1

公开(公告)日：2014-01-02

申请号：US13835742

申请日：2013-03-15

Applicant: EMERSON CLIMATE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: F25B49/00

CPC classification number: G05D23/1932 ,  F24F3/1603 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/39 ,  F24F11/47 ,  F24F11/56 ,  F25B49/00 ,  F25B49/005 ,  F25B2500/19 ,  F25B2600/07 ,  F25B2700/02 ,  F25B2700/133 ,  F25B2700/1351 ,  F25B2700/15 ,  F25B2700/151 ,  F25B2700/172 ,  F25B2700/1931 ,  F25B2700/1933 ,  F25B2700/195 ,  F25B2700/2106 ,  F25B2700/21151 ,  F25B2700/21152 ,  F25B2700/21161 ,  F25B2700/21163 ,  F25B2700/21172 ,  F25B2700/21173 ,  F25B2700/21174 ,  F25B2700/21175 ,  F25D2400/36 ,  G01K13/00 ,  G01K2201/00 ,  G01N15/0826 ,  G01N2015/084 ,  G01N2015/0846 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05D23/1917 ,  G05D23/1928 ,  Y10S55/34 ,  Y10S116/25 ,  Y10S116/42

Abstract: A monitoring system for monitoring operation of a refrigerant-cycle system is disclosed. A condenser unit sensor measures an operating characteristic of a condenser unit, the condenser unit including a condenser and a compressor. An evaporator unit sensor measures an operating characteristic of an evaporator unit, the evaporator unit including an evaporator and a fan. An electrical sensor measures an electrical quantity indicative of power consumption of the refrigerant-cycle system. A processing system calculates an efficiency of the refrigerant-cycle system based on the power consumption of the refrigerant-cycle system, the operating characteristic of the condenser unit, and the operating characteristic of the evaporator unit.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于监视制冷剂循环系统的运行的监视系统。 冷凝器单元传感器测量冷凝器单元的工作特性，冷凝器单元包括冷凝器和压缩机。 蒸发器单元传感器测量蒸发器单元的操作特性，蒸发器单元包括蒸发器和风扇。 电传感器测量表示制冷剂循环系统的功率消耗的电量。 处理系统基于制冷剂循环系统的功率消耗，冷凝器单元的工作特性和蒸发器单元的工作特性来计算制冷剂循环系统的效率。

公开(公告)号：US20130243032A1

公开(公告)日：2013-09-19

申请号：US13563017

申请日：2012-07-31

Applicant: Parthiban Arunasalam ,  Wayne C. Long

Inventor： Parthiban Arunasalam ,  Wayne C. Long

IPC: G01K13/02 ,  G01L7/00 ,  G01K1/00

CPC classification number: G01K13/02 ,  G01K15/005 ,  G01K2013/026 ,  G01K2201/00

Abstract: A superheat sensor includes a housing, a pressure sensor mounted within the housing, a temperature sensor that is integrated to the pressure sensor, and/or is external to the pressure sensor, a fluid passageway connecting the pressure sensor to a source of superheat fluid, and a processor.

Abstract translation: 过热传感器包括壳体，安装在壳体内的压力传感器，与压力传感器集成的温度传感器和/或压力传感器外部的流体通道，将压力传感器连接到过热流体源， 和处理器。

公开(公告)号：US20120193086A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-02

申请号：US13352536

申请日：2012-01-18

Applicant: Thomas J. van DIJK ,  Kevin POOL

Inventor： Thomas J. van DIJK ,  Kevin POOL

IPC: G05D23/22 ,  G01K7/02 ,  G05D23/24 ,  G01K7/16

CPC classification number: G01K7/22 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/83 ,  F24F11/84 ,  F24F2110/10 ,  G01K1/14 ,  G01K7/16 ,  G01K2201/00

Abstract: A temperature probe having a terminal attachment arrangement for securing and selectively releasing an electrical connection is disclosed. The temperature probe further includes a housing for sealing the temperature probe to a structure, such as a HVAC duct.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有用于固定和选择性地释放电连接的端子附接装置的温度探头。 温度探头还包括用于将温度探针密封到例如HVAC导管的结构的壳体。

公开(公告)号：US20120125130A1

公开(公告)日：2012-05-24

申请号：US12679173

申请日：2008-08-01

Applicant: Oliver Stoll ,  Christian Roesser ,  Joerg Engelhardt

Inventor： Oliver Stoll ,  Christian Roesser ,  Joerg Engelhardt

IPC: G01D21/00 ,  H05K13/00

CPC classification number: G01D11/245 ,  G01D11/30 ,  G01K1/08 ,  G01K13/02 ,  G01K2201/00 ,  G01L19/0084 ,  G01L19/0092 ,  H01R4/029 ,  H01R12/58 ,  H01R13/405 ,  H01R13/533 ,  H01R13/6658 ,  H01R43/0214 ,  H01R43/16 ,  H01R43/24 ,  Y10T29/49002

Abstract: A sensor which encompasses at least one sensing element for recording at least one measured quantity. The sensor also has one sensor body for holding the sensing element. The sensing element has at least one connecting lead. The sensor has a modular design and includes a contacting module, whose design is separate from that of the sensor body, for electrically contacting the sensing element. The contacting module has at least one connecting element and at least one connector contact pin, the connector contact pin being surrounded in at least one connection region by the connecting element. The connector contact pin is electrically connected to the connecting lead.

Abstract translation: 传感器，其包含用于记录至少一个测量量的至少一个感测元件。 该传感器还具有一个用于保持传感元件的传感器体。 感测元件具有至少一个连接引线。 该传感器具有模块化设计，并且包括接触模块，该接触模块的设计与传感器主体的设计分离，用于电接触传感元件。 所述接触模块具有至少一个连接元件和至少一个连接器触针，所述连接器触针通过所述连接元件在至少一个连接区域中包围。 连接器接触销电连接到连接引线。

公开(公告)号：US08152368B2

公开(公告)日：2012-04-10

申请号：US12303647

申请日：2006-06-13

Applicant: Paul V. Weyna

Inventor： Paul V. Weyna

IPC: G01K1/00 ,  G01K13/00

CPC classification number: G01K1/08 ,  F25B2700/21 ,  F25D29/005 ,  G01K1/143 ,  G01K2201/00

Abstract: A cover for the bulb of a thermal expansion valve is comprised of two halves of an insulative body that are wrapped around the bulb and associated outlet types in clamshell fashion to encapsulate the combination. Internal and external flaps are hingedly connected along their longitudinal edges to permit access for inspection purposes, and the external flap is secured to the internal flap by Velcro. A tongue structure on the outer surface of the body fits into grooves on the inner surface of the outer flap to seal the cover against the entry of moisture. The two halves are secured in place at their ends by way of bands.

Abstract translation: 用于热膨胀阀的灯泡的盖子由绝缘体的两半组成，其以蛤壳的方式缠绕在灯泡和相关联的出口类型上以封装组合。 内部和外部翼片沿其纵向边缘铰接连接，以便检查目的，外部翼片由Velcro固定在内部翼片上。 主体外表面上的舌状结构装配在外部皮瓣的内表面上的凹槽中，以密封盖子防止湿气进入。 两个半部分通过乐队固定在他们的末端。

公开(公告)号：US08083438B2

公开(公告)日：2011-12-27

申请号：US12449841

申请日：2008-02-29

Applicant: Laura J. Bailey ,  John T. Bailey

Inventor： Laura J. Bailey ,  John T. Bailey

IPC: A01G15/00

CPC classification number: A01G15/00 ,  G01K2201/00 ,  Y02P60/24

Abstract: A Mechanically Produced Thermocline Based Ocean Temperature Regulatory System to sequester carbon dioxide, create a cold water barrier to hurricanes and tropical storms, and ensure the function of the thermohaline circulation.

Abstract translation: 一种机械生产的基于热线的海洋温度调节系统，用于隔绝二氧化碳，为飓风和热带风暴创造冷水屏障，并确保温盐环流的功能。

公开(公告)号：US20110106315A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-05

申请号：US12624425

申请日：2009-11-24

Applicant: Kun-Cheng Tsai ,  Chang-An Hsieh ,  Pei-Lin Hou ,  Chia-Shin Yen

Inventor： Kun-Cheng Tsai ,  Chang-An Hsieh ,  Pei-Lin Hou ,  Chia-Shin Yen

IPC: G05B15/00

CPC classification number: G01K7/427 ,  G01K2201/00

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for estimating temperature are provided for estimating a temperature of a test point in a space with an air conditioner. In the method, a first and a second sensor device are deployed in the space, wherein the second sensor device is deployed at the test point. Then, state parameters and temperature transformation functions are defined according to temperatures detected by the first and the second sensor devices and a state of the air conditioner during a predetermined time period. After the second sensor device is removed, a current state of the air conditioner is determined by reference temperatures detected by the first sensor device and the state parameters. One of the temperature transformation functions is selected according to the current state, and a current temperature of the test point is estimated by using the selected temperature transformation function and the reference temperatures.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于估计温度的方法和装置，用于利用空调来估计空间中的测试点的温度。 在该方法中，第一和第二传感器装置部署在该空间中，其中第二传感器装置部署在测试点处。 然后，根据由第一传感器装置和第二传感器装置检测的温度以及在预定时间段内的空调的状态来定义状态参数和温度变换功能。 在移除第二传感器装置之后，空调器的当前状态由第一传感器装置检测的参考温度和状态参数确定。 根据当前状态选择温度变换功能之一，通过使用所选择的温度变换功能和参考温度来估计测试点的当前温度。

公开(公告)号：US20100211222A1

公开(公告)日：2010-08-19

申请号：US12631975

申请日：2009-12-07

Applicant: Michel GHOSN

Inventor： Michel GHOSN

IPC: G06F1/32 ,  G05D23/19 ,  G01R21/00 ,  G01K13/00 ,  G01R19/00 ,  G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G01K17/00 ,  G01D4/002 ,  G01K2201/00 ,  Y02B70/3275 ,  Y02B90/241 ,  Y04S20/244 ,  Y04S20/32 ,  Y04S20/46

Abstract: An energy monitoring and analysis system for a building includes a logging unit, a processing unit, temperature sensors that read the temperatures inside and outside the building, electric current sensors that read electric currents in all independent electric connections at the main connection panel of the building, and other types of sensors such as those related to natural gas flow. The logging unit periodically collects the data from all the sensors and transmits the data to the processing unit. The processing unit analyzes the data using highly sophisticated algorithms, extracts various parameters, profiles the electric energy usage, identifies potential problems with energy transfer and use, and lists recommendations for corrective actions. The processing unit analyzes data of the building, an HVAC system associated with the building, and consuming devices associated with the building.

Abstract translation: 建筑物的能量监测和分析系统包括测井单元，处理单元，读取建筑物内部和外部温度的温度传感器，在建筑物主连接面板处的所有独立电气连接中读取电流的电流传感器 ，以及其他类型的传感器，如与天然气流量相关的传感器。 记录单元周期性地从所有传感器收集数据，并将数据发送到处理单元。 处理单元使用高度复杂的算法分析数据，提取各种参数，概述电能使用情况，识别能量转移和使用的潜在问题，并列出纠正措施的建议。 处理单元分析建筑物的数据，与建筑物相关联的HVAC系统以及与建筑物相关联的消耗装置。

公开(公告)号：US07428919B2

公开(公告)日：2008-09-30

申请号：US10909781

申请日：2004-08-02

Applicant: David P. Young ,  John Allen Coates ,  James D. Snow

Inventor： David P. Young ,  John Allen Coates ,  James D. Snow

IPC: B60H1/00 ,  G01K17/06 ,  F25B29/00

CPC classification number: G01K17/06 ,  F28D1/035 ,  F28F2200/00 ,  F28F2265/16 ,  G01K17/12 ,  G01K2201/00

Abstract: A heat exchanger evaluation system (84) includes a refrigeration subsystem (126) and a platform (94) in communication with the subsystem (126) for attachment of a heat exchanger (32). The system, (84) further includes a thermal imaging camera (168) and a monitor (100). A method (180) entails routing a fluid (38) through the heat exchanger (32) via the refrigeration subsystem (126). The camera (168) detects the temperature variation across the heat exchanger (32) as the fluid (38) flows through the heat exchanger, and provides successive thermal images representing the temperature variation responsive to the flow of the fluid (38). The thermal images are utilized to determine an efficacy of the flow through the heat exchanger (32). In particular, a determination can be made as to whether the flow deviates from a pre-determined flow path (79) of the fluid (38) through the heat exchanger.

Abstract translation: 热交换器评估系统（84）包括与用于附接热交换器（32）的子系统（126）连通的制冷子系统（126）和平台（94）。 该系统（84）还包括热成像相机（168）和监视器（100）。 方法（180）需要经由制冷子系统（126）将流体（38）路由穿过热交换器（32）。 当流体（38）流过热交换器时，照相机（168）检测穿过热交换器（32）的温度变化，并响应于流体（38）的流动提供代表温度变化的连续热图像。 热图像用于确定通过热交换器（32）的流动的功效。 特别地，可以确定流体是否偏离流体（38）的预定流动路径（79）通过热交换器。

公开(公告)号：US20080015797A1

公开(公告)日：2008-01-17

申请号：US11779203

申请日：2007-07-17

Applicant: Lawrence Kates

Inventor： Lawrence Kates

IPC: G01F1/00 ,  G01F1/34

CPC classification number: G05D23/1932 ,  F24F3/1603 ,  F24F11/30 ,  F24F11/39 ,  F24F11/47 ,  F24F11/56 ,  F25B49/00 ,  F25B49/005 ,  F25B2500/19 ,  F25B2600/07 ,  F25B2700/02 ,  F25B2700/133 ,  F25B2700/1351 ,  F25B2700/15 ,  F25B2700/151 ,  F25B2700/172 ,  F25B2700/1931 ,  F25B2700/1933 ,  F25B2700/195 ,  F25B2700/2106 ,  F25B2700/21151 ,  F25B2700/21152 ,  F25B2700/21161 ,  F25B2700/21163 ,  F25B2700/21172 ,  F25B2700/21173 ,  F25B2700/21174 ,  F25B2700/21175 ,  F25D2400/36 ,  G01K13/00 ,  G01K2201/00 ,  G01N15/0826 ,  G01N2015/084 ,  G01N2015/0846 ,  G05B15/02 ,  G05D23/1917 ,  G05D23/1928 ,  Y10S55/34 ,  Y10S116/25 ,  Y10S116/42

Abstract: A real-time monitoring system that monitors various aspects of the operation of a refrigerant-cycle system is described. In one embodiment, the system includes a processor that measures power provided to the refrigerant-cycle system and that gathers data from one or more sensors and uses the sensor data to calculate a figure of merit related to the efficiency of the system. In one embodiment, the sensors include one or more of the following sensors: a suction line temperature sensor, a suction line pressure sensor, a suction line flow sensor, a hot gas line temperature sensor, a hot gas line pressure sensor, a hot gas line flow sensor, a liquid line temperature sensor, a liquid line pressure sensor, a liquid line flow sensor. In one embodiment, the sensors include one or more of an evaporator air temperature input sensor, an evaporator air temperature output sensor, an evaporator air flow sensor, an evaporator air humidity sensor, and a differential pressure sensor. In one embodiment, the sensors include one or more of a condenser air temperature input sensor, a condenser air temperature output sensor, and a condenser air flow sensor, an evaporator air humidity sensor. In one embodiment, the sensors include one or more of an ambient air sensor and an ambient humidity sensor.

Abstract translation: 描述了监测制冷剂循环系统的操作的各个方面的实时监控系统。 在一个实施例中，系统包括处理器，其测量提供给制冷剂循环系统的功率，并从一个或多个传感器收集数据，并使用传感器数据来计算与系统效率相关的品质因数。 在一个实施例中，传感器包括以下传感器中的一个或多个：吸入管线温度传感器，吸入管线压力传感器，吸入管线流量传感器，热气体管线温度传感器，热气体管线压力传感器，热气体 线路流量传感器，液体线路温度传感器，液体线路压力传感器，液体线路流量传感器。 在一个实施例中，传感器包括蒸发器空气温度输入传感器，蒸发器空气温度输出传感器，蒸发器空气流量传感器，蒸发器空气湿度传感器和差压传感器中的一个或多个。 在一个实施例中，传感器包括冷凝器空气温度输入传感器，冷凝器空气温度输出传感器和冷凝器空气流量传感器，蒸发器空气湿度传感器中的一个或多个。 在一个实施例中，传感器包括一个或多个环境空气传感器和环境湿度传感器。