Patents by Inventor Bernd KUESEL
Bernd KUESEL has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 10189649Abstract: The invention is directed to a conveying system which includes an endless conveyor belt and at least one non-destructive inspection device for inspecting the conveyor belt. The inspection device generates and outputs a result of the inspection. The conveying system has at least one adjustable conveying system element and at least one control unit which adjusts the adjustable conveying system element in dependence on the result of the inspection.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2018Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Publication number: 20180148266Abstract: The invention is directed to a conveying system which includes an endless conveyor belt and at least one non-destructive inspection device for inspecting the conveyor belt. The inspection device generates and outputs a result of the inspection. The conveying system has at least one adjustable conveying system element and at least one control unit which adjusts the adjustable conveying system element in dependence on the result of the inspection.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2018Publication date: May 31, 2018Inventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Patent number: 9440798Abstract: A conductor loop and a conveyor belt including the conductor loop. The conductor loop is embedded in an article having a base of a polymer material with elastic properties. The conductor loop includes at least one hybrid yarn having at least a textile first material and a conductive second material closed in an endless manner.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2011Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Assignee: PHOENIX CONVEYOR BELT SYSTEMS GMBHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Patent number: 9016465Abstract: A conveyor belt has a carrying side cover plate and a running side cover plate each of a polymer material having elastic properties. The conveyor belt defines a conveyor belt longitudinal direction (X) and has an embedded reinforcement and at least one of the cover plates is provided with a hybrid conductor loop. The hybrid conductor loop communicates in a contactless manner with an interrogation station in the form of a transmitter/receiver pair. The hybrid conductor loop has a flattened conductor cross section and runs in the conveyor belt obliquely at an angle (?) relative to the conveyor belt transverse direction (Y) to form a diagonal direction (Z). The transverse direction (Y) is at right angles to the longitudinal direction (X). The arrangement of the transmitter/receiver pair is adapted to the diagonal direction (Z) to so increase the mutual spacing of the transmitter and the receiver.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2014Date of Patent: April 28, 2015Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Patent number: 8983027Abstract: A system for the non-destructive inspection of a conveyor belt which includes a cover on the carrying side, a cover on the backing side, each cover being made of elastomeric material, and embedded tension members. While the conveyor belt is moving, a radiation source emits rays to the belt surface which are of such high energy that the rays pass through the belt within a region free of material disposed on the belt. A sensor detects the rays passing through the belt. A processor is operatively connected to the sensor and evaluates the result of the radiographic check. The radiation source and the sensor are accommodated in a housing, wherein, between the radiation source and the sensor, there are two housing openings through which the moving belt runs without contact.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2012Date of Patent: March 17, 2015Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Patent number: 8950575Abstract: A conveying arrangement includes a conveyor belt having a carrying-side cover plate and a running-side cover plate. The conveying arrangement further includes a drive drum, a reversing drum, carrying rollers and a carrying structure. The conveying arrangement forms a material-conveying upper strand (A) with a charging location for the conveyed goods and a lower strand (B). A device for generating current is provided at the charging location for the conveyed goods underneath the conveyor belt of the upper strand (A). The device includes an impact bearing having sliding properties for the running-side cover plate of the conveyor belt of the upper strand (A). A generator is operatively connected to the impact bearing and a supporting device is provided for the generator. The generator converts at least part of the impact energy of the conveyed goods into electric current.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2013Date of Patent: February 10, 2015Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Patent number: 8891730Abstract: The invention is directed to an apparatus for continuous and non-destructive monitoring of the connection of a conveyor belt. During movement of the conveyor belt, a radiation source emits rays in the direction of the belt surface. The rays are of such high energy that they penetrate the conveyor belt and the connection thereof within a material-free region. A sensor detects the rays which have passed through. A process computer evaluates the result of the radiographic examination by comparing the actual connection values to set connection values and connection limit values. The radiation source and the sensor are accommodated in a housing. The housing has two openings between the radiation source and the sensor through which the moving conveyor belt passes without contact. The housing is integrated into the lower run of a conveyor system.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2013Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Publication number: 20140116858Abstract: A conveyor belt has a carrying side cover plate and a running side cover plate each of a polymer material having elastic properties. The conveyor belt defines a conveyor belt longitudinal direction (X) and has an embedded reinforcement and at least one of the cover plates is provided with a hybrid conductor loop. The hybrid conductor loop communicates in a contactless manner with an interrogation station in the form of a transmitter/receiver pair. The hybrid conductor loop has a flattened conductor cross section and runs in the conveyor belt obliquely at an angle (?) relative to the conveyor belt transverse direction (Y) to form a diagonal direction (Z). The transverse direction (Y) is at right angles to the longitudinal direction (X). The arrangement of the transmitter/receiver pair is adapted to the diagonal direction (Z) to so increase the mutual spacing of the transmitter and the receiver.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2014Publication date: May 1, 2014Applicant: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Patent number: 8701873Abstract: A conveying system includes a conveyor belt having a carrying-side cover plate for accommodating goods to be conveyed and a running-side cover plate free of goods. Each of the cover plates is made of polymer material having elastic characteristics. A drum engages the conveyor belt at one of the side cover plates whereat a spark can develop during operation of the conveying system. A device detects the spark and corresponds with an evaluation unit. The evaluation unit is configured to transmit a signal to a fire-extinguishing unit upon detection of the spark.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2013Date of Patent: April 22, 2014Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Publication number: 20140103744Abstract: A conveying arrangement includes a conveyor belt having a carrying-side cover plate and a running-side cover plate. The conveying arrangement further includes a drive drum, a reversing drum, carrying rollers and a carrying structure. The conveying arrangement forms a material-conveying upper strand (A) with a charging location for the conveyed goods and a lower strand (B). A device for generating current is provided at the charging location for the conveyed goods underneath the conveyor belt of the upper strand (A). The device includes an impact bearing having sliding properties for the running-side cover plate of the conveyor belt of the upper strand (A). A generator is operatively connected to the impact bearing and a supporting device is provided for the generator. The generator converts at least part of the impact energy of the conveyed goods into electric current.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2013Publication date: April 17, 2014Applicant: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Publication number: 20130277177Abstract: A conveying system includes a conveyor belt having a carrying-side cover plate for accommodating goods to be conveyed and a running-side cover plate free of goods. Each of the cover plates is made of polymer material having elastic characteristics. A drum engages the conveyor belt at one of the side cover plates whereat a spark can develop during operation of the conveying system. A device detects the spark and corresponds with an evaluation unit. The evaluation unit is configured to transmit a signal to a fire-extinguishing unit upon detection of the spark.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 11, 2013Publication date: October 24, 2013Inventor: Bernd Kuesel
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Publication number: 20120012444Abstract: A conductor loop and a conveyor belt including the conductor loop. The conductor loop is embedded in an article having a base of a polymer material with elastic properties. The conductor loop includes at least one hybrid yarn having at least a textile first material and a conductive second material closed in an endless manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2011Publication date: January 19, 2012Applicant: PHOENIX CONVEYOR BELT SYSTEMS GMBHInventor: Bernd KUESEL
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Patent number: 7673740Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for monitoring a conveying installation, comprising: a conveying belt (2) made of elastomeric material with a load-bearing side (3) for the conveying material and with a running side (4), the conveying belt having, in particular, an embedded reinforcing element (7); at least one detectable segment (8) which is embedded in the load-bearing side (3) and/or running side, in the vicinity of the surface; a detection system (6), in particular in the form of an optoelectronic system, which contactlessly senses and evaluates the detectable segment (8), in particular in conjunction with a process computer; and other installation parts, namely a drive drum, reversing drum, supporting rollers, supporting frameworks, and possibly other components; the detectable segment (8) being based on a thermochromic substance which results in a change in color if the temperature changes within the critical temperature range of a conveying belt, the detection system (6) sensing and evaluating theType: GrantFiled: March 21, 2006Date of Patent: March 9, 2010Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Küsel
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Patent number: 7624857Abstract: The invention relates to a device for monitoring a conveyor (1), comprising: a conveyor belt (2) made of elastomer material, having a carrying side (3) for the goods to be conveyed, and a running side (4), whereby the conveyor belt has, in particular, an embedded strength support; an optoelectronic system (5) that optically detects the carrying side (3) and/or the running side (4), particularly the carrying side, in that it recognizes damage during operation, and if a critical state of the conveyor belt is reached, triggers an acoustical and/or optical alarm (11) and/or, in particular, brings about an automatic shut-down of the system; a process computer (6), which is coupled with the optoelectronic system (5), for the purpose of evaluating all of the data, whereby the process computer is connected with the alarm (11) and/or a drive control (12); as well as other system parts, namely contact drums (8), support rollers (9), support scaffolding, as well as any other components that might be necessary.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2005Date of Patent: December 1, 2009Assignee: Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Küsel
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Patent number: 7438252Abstract: The invention relates to a winding device (1) for winding up and unwinding goods (2) in web form, in particular a conveyor belt, whereby the wound goods (3) are supported on a substructure (4). The substructure has at least two support rollers (5, 6), which are disposed at a distance (A1, A2, A3) from one another, whereby the support rollers are adjustable, changing the distance, in order to adapt themselves to any winding diameter (D1, D2), whereby the movement sequence of the support rollers takes place in such a manner that the wound goods are furthermore securely supported. It is practical if the winding device (1) is provided with lateral supports (7), which have a wheel that is adjustable in height, which is set to the center (M1, M2) of the wound goods (3). Lateral migration is prevented in this manner, for the purpose of optimizing a secured position.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2005Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: Phoenix Conveyer Belt Systems GmbHInventor: Bernd Küsel
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Patent number: 6831566Abstract: The invention relates to a device for monitoring a conveyor. The conveyor comprises a conveyor belt in an elastomeric material, with a carrying side for the transported material, a backing side and embedded reinforcements, as well as other components: namely, drive pulleys, return pulleys, reverse pulleys, conveyor pulleys, mounting structures feed chutes and other components, where necessary. According to the invention the device is characterized by comprising an opto-electronic system in the area where no material is transported, which optically records and signals any damage done to the conveyor belt, optionally with an automatic switching off of the conveyor.Type: GrantFiled: April 16, 2002Date of Patent: December 14, 2004Assignee: Phoenix AGInventor: Bernd Küsel
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Patent number: 6702103Abstract: The invention relates to a device for monitoring a tubular belt conveyor system, comprising the following: a conveyor belt consisting of an elastomeric material, especially with embedded tie rods, the conveyor belt being closed to form a tubular belt by overlapping its longitudinal edges so as to form an overlap area; other system parts, i.e., a driving drum, a tail pulley, support rollers, guide rollers, supporting structures and optionally, other parts. The inventive device is characterized in that the device for monitoring the overlap area of the tubular belt is provided with an optoelectronic system. In the event of a deviation from the desired conveyor belt overlap, the optoelectronic system initiates a correction of position by means of the guiding rollers. If the corrective measures are not taken within a certain period, the tubular belt conveyor system is automatically disconnected.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2001Date of Patent: March 9, 2004Assignee: Phoenix AGInventor: Bernd Küsel