32 results about "Force profile" patented technology

Processes and systems for automating a conveyance operation using an elongated conveyance member. In some embodiments, the process can include modeling one or more system state profiles of a downhole tool string during the conveyance operation within a wellbore to define one or more profile models; calibrating the one or more profile models; using the one or more calibrated profile models to calculate at least one of a tension profile and a force profile along the elongated conveyance member based, at least in part, on one or more detectable system states and / or one or more undetectable system states; and using one of: (i) a surface tension uncertainty quantification model to calculate a surface tension and uncertainty bounds around the calculated surface tension; or (ii) a surface weight uncertainty quantification model to calculate a surface weight and uncertainty bounds around the calculated surface weight.

The present invention relates to a technical method for detecting leaking containers with flexible walls, particularly PET bottles or cans, by indirectly comparing the pressure inside such containers. This is achieved by a linearly motor-driven plunger that taps against the container as it passes by, penetrating it slightly. At this point, the container rests against the railing surface of a railing section on at least one side. The proposed solution utilizes a crucial dynamic parameter for internal pressure analysis in pulsed processes, specifically the force profile over a predetermined distance or time. The current draw of the drive, measurable by the drive controller, is used to determine the force exerted on the plunger's indentation surface within the container. The plunger movement is performed with a defined stroke and configurable values ​​for feed acceleration and speed.

A test specimen (10), in particular for pressing into an object (12) to be tested, which is, for example, a covering system for buried steel pipes (14), has the shape of a truncated pyramid, truncated cone or a hemispherical layer with a base area (10g) and a top surface (10d), wherein - the projection of the top surface onto the base surface lies within the base surface; - the top surface is parallel to the base surface. A method for determining the mechanical strength of a casing system for buried steel pipes includes the following: - the test specimen is pressed from the outside against the encapsulation system with the top surface facing forward, according to a predetermined path and / or force profile; - the penetration depth of the test specimen into the encapsulation system is recorded; - the load-bearing capacity is determined depending on the measured penetration depth. A test rig (16) for determining the mechanical strength of a casing system for buried steel pipes comprises - a holding system (18); - a material testing machine (20) that can press the test specimen with the top surface forward against the encapsulation system; - a measuring device (22) that can detect the penetration depth of the test specimen into the encapsulation system; - a control device (24) which, according to the procedure, can control the material testing machine and the measuring device and determine the load-bearing capacity. The test specimen is used to determine the mechanical load-bearing capacity according to the procedure.

An input device comprising a processor(s), an input element, an electropermanent magnet (EPM) assembly including: a permanent magnet operable to generate a magnetic field; and a magnetizing assembly configured to set a magnetic field generated by the permanent magnet, a first ferromagnetic element, and a second ferromagnetic element. The first ferromagnetic element is configured to part and move away from the second ferromagnetic element as the input element is depressed. When the EPM assembly magnetizes the permanent magnet to a first polarity, the first and second ferromagnetic elements are magnetically attracted to each other and provide an attracting that magnetically opposes the first and second ferromagnetic elements from parting, and when the EPM assembly magnetizes the permanent magnet to a second polarity, the first and second ferromagnetic elements are not magnetically attracted to each other and do not magnetically oppose the first and second ferromagnetic elements from parting.

The present invention relates to a technical method for detecting leaking containers with flexible walls, particularly PET bottles or cans, by indirectly comparing the pressure inside such containers. This is achieved by a linearly motor-driven plunger that taps against the container as it passes by, penetrating it slightly. At this point, the container rests against the railing surface of a railing section on at least one side. The proposed solution utilizes a crucial dynamic parameter for internal pressure analysis in pulsed processes, specifically the force profile over a predetermined distance or time. The current draw of the drive, measurable by the drive controller, is used to determine the force exerted on the plunger's indentation surface within the container. The plunger movement is performed with a defined stroke and configurable values ​​for feed acceleration and speed.

The invention relates to a training device for the targeted development of the chest and / or back muscles of a user by means of a force resistance, wherein the force resistance for muscle training is realized by means of a respective restoring force of a spring or several springs, comprising a housing, a traction mechanism system, a transmission system and a force introduction system, wherein the traction mechanism system has at least one spring for generating the force resistance and is mechanically connected to the force introduction system via the transmission system in a geometrically guided manner, wherein the user, during use, engages with a first limb on a first lever arm of the force introduction system, which lever arm is rotatable about a first lever axis, and when the first lever arm is moved by a first lever angle about the lever axis, the force resistance is experienced on the first limb and the traction mechanism system,the transmission system and the force introduction system are arranged on or in the housing, wherein the transmission system has a first force transmission ratio that can be changed depending on the first lever angle, wherein the amount of the respective force resistance for the respective current first lever angle can be adjusted by means of a force profile of the variable first force transmission ratio that depends on the respective current first lever angle.

The invention relates to a hydraulic simulator unit (1) for generating a counterforce (G) acting against an actuating force (B) for a brake device (100) of a hydraulic vehicle braking system, comprising at least one piston (7) housed in a simulator chamber (4), which can be moved from an unactuated initial position by hydraulic actuation (Fh) and acts on at least one spring element (9) during movement. According to the invention, it is proposed that the piston (7) of the simulator unit (1) be constructed with thin walls according to design principles to save weight and manufacturing costs while maintaining the required strength, by specifically optimizing the material volume distribution according to a force profile in the piston (7) under a specific load case.

A system, apparatus, and method of determining a condition of at least one bearing in a system are provided. The method includes receiving operation data associated with the system from one or more sensing units associated with the system and determining an operation profile of the at least one bearing from the operation data. The operation profile includes a vibration response, a thermal response, and / or a frequency response associated with the at least one bearing. An impact force profile is determined during operation of the at least one bearing based on the operation profile and a virtual bearing model trained on operation profiles and impact force profiles associated with a group of bearings comparable with the at least one bearing. The condition of the at least one bearing is determined based on the impact force profile.

Eyewear including a sensor integrated into frame of eyewear. In one example, the sensor comprises a strain gauge, such as a metallic foil gauge, that is configured to sense and measure distortion of the frame when worn by a user and under different force profiles, by measuring a strain in the frame when bent. The measured strain by strain gauge is sensed by a processor, and the processor performs dynamic calibration of image processing based on the measured strain. The distortion measured by the strain gauge is used by the processor to correct calibration of the cameras, and the displays.

Systems, methods, and computer-readable media for detecting a leakage condition are provided. In one embodiment, a container integrity system can obtain sensor data associated with a sensor pad placed on or integrated with shelves or similar surfaces. Containers or items susceptible to leakage can be positioned on the sensor pad, and sensors distributed throughout the sensor pad can measure force profiles exerted by the items. The container integrity system can identify the presence or absence of a leakage condition using the sensor data from the sensor pad.

Aspects herein relate to, among other things, estimating force variations representative of a force profile, human gait metrics, activity types, and / or other movement data from one or more sensors included in a wearable article. For example, first sensor data is received at a first time via one or more sensors included in an article of footwear. Second sensor data is received at a second time, after the first time, via the one or more sensors. Based at least in part on the first sensor data and the second sensor data, a force variation representative of at least a portion of a force profile is estimated. In response at least in part to the estimating, the received first sensor data, the received second sensor data, and / or a visual element associated with the estimated force variation is transmitted to a user device over a computer network for presentation.

Various systems and methods for detecting air in a chamber of an infusion system are disclosed. In one embodiment, a determination is made that air is contained in the chamber on the basis of a change in the average force exerted against the plunger utilizing a derivative spike for event detection and a systematic reduction in the average force to confirm the nature of the change. In another embodiment, a determination is made that the chamber contains air when a difference between the current force profile and a baseline force profile crosses a threshold. In an additional embodiment, a force profile is classified as being an air force profile or a liquid force profile based on extracted features of the force profile.

Assembly device (1), in particular glove device, comprising at least one hand unit (2) which is wearable on the hand (3) for the assembly of at least one component (8), in particular clips, wherein the hand unit (2) has at least one finger section (4, 5) wearable on a finger, in particular a thumb (6), by means of which an assembly force can be transmitted to the component (8) during assembly, wherein the hand unit (2) has a detection device (9) which is configured to detect an actual force profile (10, 11), in particular a force profile characteristic of the component (8) to be assembled, of the assembly force transmitted to the component (8) by means of the finger section (4, 5) during the assembly of the at least one component (8).

A system and method for testing the decoupling of fluid fittings utilizing a hydraulic circuit in combination with a biasing mechanism to emulate the separation forces experienced by such couplings is disclosed. The biasing mechanism is loaded with a predetermined force and the flow of hydraulic fluid within the hydraulic circuit is controlled to follow desired separation force profiles.

An integrated system for a computer-assisted coiling machine tool comprises a coiling machine 112 equipped with a coiling arbor 202 for gripping a workpiece, a support assembly 204 to support the workpiece, a force sensor sensing the force exerted by the workpiece, and a variable pitch adjusting unit 208 to alter the pitch of the coil to be formed. An AI-based control unit 100 is connected to the coiling machine 112 and includes a data collection module 104 that generates a force profile based on force sensor output. A machine learning module 106 compares the generated force profile with an expected force profile pre-stored in a database 110 and generates a predictive force profile. An adaptive control module 108 performs real-time adjustments to allow the control unit 100 to actuate the aforesaid components to implement incremental improvements and dynamic adjustments, thereby ensuring production of high-quality coiling products.

A system and method optimizes fabrication processes in computer-assisted machine tools. CNC machine (102) with a CNC motor / slide (102b) manipulates a workpiece (102a) based on programmed instructions. Force sensor (102c) on the CNC motor / slide measures real-time exerted forces. Force data is compiled into a time-series dataset by data collection module (106a), representing the force profile for each produced part. Machine learning analysis module (106b) examines the force data to identify patterns linking force profiles with part quality, generating predictive profiles for high-quality production. Adaptive control module (106c) adjusts the CNC motor / slide parameters in real-time or for future parts based on these profiles. Operating on feedback loop module (106d), the system continuously collects and analyzes force data, enabling ongoing improvements and dynamic adjustments to CNC operations for optimal fabrication outcomes.

An apparatus for testing a sub-assembly of a medicament delivery device; wherein the sub-assembly comprises an elongated housing containing a power source and a plunger rod connected to the power source; wherein the plunger rod is configured to be moved by the power source relative to the elongated housing in a proximal direction; the apparatus comprising: a holder configured to be attached to the housing of the sub-assembly; an elongated probe extending along a longitudinal axis from a first end to a second end; wherein the elongated probe is movable relative to the holder along the longitudinal axis; wherein the elongated probe is configured to be at least partially positioned into the housing of the sub-assembly; wherein the second end of the elongated probe is configured to be in contact with a proximal end of the plunger rod of the sub-assembly; a force sensor operably connected to the elongated probe; wherein the force sensor is configured to measure an output force applied on the elongated probe; and a controller configured to receive data from the force sensor and generate an output force profile based on the received data.

Systems, apparatuses, and methods of determining a condition of at least one bearing (810) in a system are disclosed. The method includes receiving operational data associated with a system from one or more sensing units associated with the system; determining an operational profile of the at least one bearing (810) from the operational data, wherein the operational profile includes at least one of a vibration response, a thermal response, and a frequency response associated with the at least one bearing (810); determining an impact force profile during operation of the at least one bearing (810) based on the operational profile and a virtual bearing model (400, 600), the virtual bearing model trained on operational profiles and impact force profiles associated with a group of bearings comparable to the at least one bearing (810); and determining a condition of the at least one bearing (810) based on the impact force profile.

A robotic surgical system (1) comprising a robotic arm (12) supporting a jaw assembly, the jaw assembly including opposed jaw members (22, 24) defining a jaw angle (α) therebetween; and a user interface (40) including a handle assembly (200), the handle assembly including a body portion (210); a handle controller (230) disposed in the body portion (210), the handle controller having a motor (232) and a microcontroller (234); and a first actuator (214) movable relative to the body portion (210) to change an opening angle (Θ) of the first actuator (214), the first actuator having a force profile which is a force required to move the first actuator as a function of the opening angle (Θ), and the jaw assembly having a jaw angle profile which is the jaw angle (α) as a function of the opening angle (Θ), wherein the force profile defines a force curve, and wherein the microcontroller (234) is configured to adjust operating parameters of the motor (232) to effect a change in a force required to actuate the first actuator based on the force curve, a portion of the force curve having a change in slope, characterised in that a portion of the force curve has a change in slope transition point at a predetermined opening angle of the first actuator (214), the motor (232) producing a torque to maintain the first actuator (214) at the predetermined opening angle.

A medical apparatus for insertion into an internal passage of a subject is provided having a body portion defining an exterior surface; one or more sensors disposed on the exterior surface of the body portion, the one or more sensors providing an insertion force profile representing the force exerted by the internal passage on the sensors during insertion of the body portion; and a processor and non-volatile storage associated therewith, the processor configured to execute software to compare the insertion force profile provided by the sensors with two or more training force profiles stored on the storage, and classify the insertion force profile provided by the sensors as corresponding to at least one of the training force profiles.

A suturing device (10) employs a displaceable bistable mechanism to allow a user to perform successive bidirectional suture passes of a running stitch by successive presses of a single actuation button (14) as the device is rotated. The displaceable bistable mechanism may also be used in other medical and non-medical applications. Also disclosed are aspects of a suture shuttle holder, and a distal shuttle receiver, with retaining structures which generate retaining force profiles optimized for the suturing sequence.

Data is received that is generated by at least one sensor forming part of a surgical instrument. The sensor(s) on the surgical instrument can characterize use of the surgical instrument in relation to a patient. A first machine learning model can construct a force profile using the received data. The force profile includes a plurality of force patterns. In addition, a plurality of features are extracted from the received data. Thereafter, one or more attributes characterizing use of the surgical instrument are determined by a second machine learning model using the constructed force profile and the extracted features. Data characterizing the determination can be provided (e.g., displayed to a surgeon, etc.).

Inventive concepts disclosed herein relate systems, methods, and computer-readable media for detecting a leakage condition. A container integrity system can obtain sensor data associated with a sensor pad placed on or integrated with shelves or similar surfaces. Containers or items susceptible to leakage can be positioned on the sensor pad, and sensors distributed throughout the sensor pad can measure force profiles exerted by the items. Using the sensor data from the sensor pad, the container integrity system can identify the presence or absence of a leakage condition.

Eyewear including a sensor integrated into frame of eyewear. In one example, the sensor comprises a strain gauge, such as a metallic foil gauge, that is configured to sense and measure distortion of the frame when worn by a user and under different force profiles, by measuring a strain in the frame when bent. The measured strain by strain gauge is sensed by a processor, and the processor performs dynamic calibration of image processing based on the measured strain. The distortion measured by the strain gauge is used by the processor to correct calibration of the cameras, and the displays.

The invention relates to a method for configuring an operating device (10) for controlling a vehicle (100), wherein the operating device (10) comprises a sensor device (11) for detecting input forces of an operator (P), a force feedback actuator (12) for providing counterforces and / or support forces to the operator (P), and a force feedback controller (13) for setting parameters and / or characteristics of the force feedback actuator (12) depending on the input forces detected by the sensor device (11), comprising: - Instructing the operator (P) to perform various movements and / or sequences of movements using the control device (10), in particular in a standby mode of the control device (10) which does not affect the operation of the vehicle (100), - Recording force profiles of the operator (P) when performing the various movements and / or movement sequences using the operating device (10), - Adjusting force ratios, in particular including counterforces and / or support forces, for the various movements and / or sequences of movements on the operating device (10), - ...

In some examples, a plurality of contact members is connected to a contact base of an electronic device. The contact base and the plurality of contact members form a contact system. At least one sensor is configured to capture object data corresponding to at least one object. A relative velocity between the contact system and the object is determined based on the object data. The contact system is configured to apply a force profile to the object based on the relative velocity.

In some examples, a plurality of contact members is connected to a contact base of an electronic device. The contact base and the plurality of contact members form a contact system. At least one sensor is configured to capture object data corresponding to at least one object. A relative velocity between the contact system and the object is determined based on the object data. The contact system is configured to apply a force profile to the object based on the relative velocity.

Data is received that is generated by at least one sensor forming part of a surgical instrument. The sensor(s) on the surgical instrument can characterize use of the surgical instrument in relation to a patient. A first machine learning model can construct a force profile using the received data. The force profile includes a plurality of force patterns. In addition, a plurality of features are extracted from the received data. Thereafter, one or more attributes characterizing use of the surgical instrument are determined by a second machine learning model using the constructed force profile and the extracted features. Data characterizing the determination can be provided (e.g., displayed to a surgeon, etc.).

A dental bracket can be used to generate a force profile corresponding to a target tooth movement (e.g., for moving and aligning the teeth of an orthodontic patient). The dental bracket includes a base and a cover. The base is configured to be attached to an anterior surface of a tooth, and the cover is removably attached to the base. The cover includes a slot configured to receive a wire. In some implementations, at least one of the size, shape, or orientation of the slot corresponds to a force profile corresponding to a target tooth movement. Example target tooth movements include a mesial root movement, a distal root movement, a mesial crown movement, a distal crown movement, an intrusion movement, an extrusion movement, a mesial crown rotation, a distal crown rotation, a buccal root movement, or a lingual root movement.