Patents by Inventor Rolf Schmidt

Rolf Schmidt 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).

  • Patent number: 11980487
    Abstract: A stand is for a medical imaging system. In an embodiment, the stand includes an X-ray tube; a driver to adjust the X-ray tube in at least three spatial degrees of freedom; at least one environmental sensor to acquire at least one environmental parameter; and a controller to control an adjustment movement of the X-ray tube by generating control signals for the drive unit and to adapt the adjustment movement based on the at least one environmental parameter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2024
    Assignee: Siemens Healthineers AG
    Inventors: Andreas Deinlein, Matthias Mueller, Rolf Schmidt, Thomas Dippl, Franz Dirauf, Thorsten Gecks, Claus-Guenter Schliermann, Franz Fuetterer, Thomas Pfeiffer, Alexander Beer, Dieter Heinl, Wolfgang Neuber
  • Publication number: 20220096027
    Abstract: A stand is for a medical imaging system. In an embodiment, the stand includes an X-ray tube; a driver to adjust the X-ray tube in at least three spatial degrees of freedom; at least one environmental sensor to acquire at least one environmental parameter; and a controller to control an adjustment movement of the X-ray tube by generating control signals for the drive unit and to adapt the adjustment movement based on the at least one environmental parameter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2021
    Publication date: March 31, 2022
    Applicant: Siemens Healthcare GmbH
    Inventors: Andreas DEINLEIN, Matthias MUELLER, Rolf SCHMIDT, Thomas DIPPL, Franz DIRAUF, Thorsten GECKS, Claus-Guenter SCHLIERMANN, Franz FUETTERER, Thomas PFEIFFER, Alexander BEER, Dieter HEINL, Wolfgang NEUBER
  • Patent number: 10794464
    Abstract: A transmission includes a shaft, a housing part and an adapter housing, the housing part and the adapter housing being connected. A first bearing for mounting the shaft is accommodated in the adapter housing, and a second bearing for mounting the shaft is accommodated in the housing part. A space region is situated in the housing part, which is at least partially filled with lubricating oil and is limited by and/or sealed from the adapter housing with the aid of at least one first shaft sealing ring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2020
    Assignee: SEW-EURODRIVE GMBH & CO. KG
    Inventors: Rolf Schmidt, Andreas Sigmund
  • Patent number: 10545201
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to a positioning device for positioning in a static magnetic field of a magnetic resonance tomography system and a magnetic resonance tomography system. The positioning device may be moved along a first axis in the magnetic field. Herein, the positioning device includes a plurality of magnetic-field-strength sensors arranged at a distance from one another in the direction of the first axis in predetermined positions on the positioning device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2020
    Assignee: Siemens Healthcare GmbH
    Inventors: Christian Hetz, Markus Petsch, Ronny Pflichtbeil, Rolf Schmidt, Johann Sukkau
  • Publication number: 20190242470
    Abstract: A transmission includes a shaft, a housing part and an adapter housing, the housing part and the adapter housing being connected. A first bearing for mounting the shaft is accommodated in the adapter housing, and a second bearing for mounting the shaft is accommodated in the housing part. A space region is situated in the housing part, which is at least partially filled with lubricating oil and is limited by and/or sealed from the adapter housing with the aid of at least one first shaft sealing ring.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2017
    Publication date: August 8, 2019
    Inventors: Rolf SCHMIDT, Andreas SIGMUND
  • Publication number: 20180231622
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to a positioning device for positioning in a static magnetic field of a magnetic resonance tomography system and a magnetic resonance tomography system. The positioning device may be moved along a first axis in the magnetic field. Herein, the positioning device includes a plurality of magnetic-field-strength sensors arranged at a distance from one another in the direction of the first axis in predetermined positions on the positioning device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2018
    Publication date: August 16, 2018
    Inventors: Christian Hetz, Markus Petsch, Ronny Pflichtbeil, Rolf Schmidt, Johann Sukkau
  • Patent number: 8191257
    Abstract: A method for assembling a steam generator includes parallel assembly of the boiler framework and preassembly of assembly modules, and hoisting of the assembly modules into the boiler framework. The outer roof section of the boiler framework roof is then assembled. The inner roof section and the internal components are assembled simultaneously with assembly of the boiler wall in the upper section of the steam generator. The segments of the external support pipes are mounted into the assembly modules and subsequently connected at their module joints the external support pipes are mounted in the final position in the outer roof section. The buckstays and the header tie bars are mounted headers to the boiler wall or to the external support pipes. The auxiliary steel structure of the assembly modules the suspension equipment of the curtain walls are dismantled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Assignee: ALSTOM Technology Ltd.
    Inventors: Olaf Reiner, Rolf Schmidt
  • Publication number: 20100256251
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a chemical process for modifying inorganic and organic substrates with thin polymer films that are grafted to a substrate. The preferred composition includes a dimethylamino terminated precursor that is deposited as a self-assembled monolayer onto a gold or silicon oxide, or other substrate. The polymerization is then initiated by irradiation with UV light in the presence of monomer and an optional photosensitizer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2010
    Publication date: October 7, 2010
    Inventors: Daniel J. Dyer, Rolf Schmidt, Tongfeng Zhao, Yusuf Yagci, Jianxin Feng
  • Patent number: 7662611
    Abstract: A fixture and method is provided for in vitro storage of a cornea. The fixture includes a platform having a corneal-sceral rim receiving surface, a clamp having a mating surface for the cornel-scleral rim and handles. A locking mechanism is provided to secure a donor cornea between the clamp and platform. The combination cornea, platform and clamp are placed in a storage unit having a fluid preservation media. In one embodiment, the storage unit includes a vial having an optically clear closed end and an opened end. A lid is secured to the open end of the vial and engages the handles in order to stabilize the clamped cornea within the vial.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: Cleo Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Company, LLC
    Inventors: Rolf A. Schmidt, David B. Soll, Richard C. Pauley
  • Publication number: 20090265935
    Abstract: A method for assembling a steam generator includes parallel assembly of the boiler framework and preassembly of assembly modules, and hoisting of the assembly modules into the boiler framework. The outer roof section of the boiler framework roof is then assembled. The inner roof section and the internal components are assembled simultaneously with assembly of the boiler wall in the upper section of the steam generator. The segments of the external support pipes are mounted into the assembly modules and subsequently connected at their module joints the external support pipes are mounted in the final position in the outer roof section. The buckstays and the header tie bars are mounted headers to the boiler wall or to the external support pipes. The auxiliary steel structure of the assembly modules the suspension equipment of the curtain walls are dismantled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2009
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Inventors: Olaf Reiner, Rolf Schmidt
  • Publication number: 20060110721
    Abstract: A fixture and method is provided for in vitro storage of a cornea. The fixture includes a platform having a corneal-sceral rim receiving surface, a clamp having a mating surface for the cornel-scleral rim and handles. A locking mechanism is provided to secure a donor cornea between the clamp and platform. The combination cornea, platform and clamp are placed in a storage unit having a fluid preservation media. In one embodiment, the storage unit includes a vial having an optically clear closed end and an opened end. A lid is secured to the open end of the vial and engages the handles in order to stabilize the clamped cornea within the vial.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2005
    Publication date: May 25, 2006
    Inventors: Rolf Schmidt, David Soll, Richard Pauley
  • Publication number: 20050069897
    Abstract: The present invention pertains to a method for detecting quinolone-resistant Escherichia coli strains in a biological sample. The present invention also relates to a kit adapted to perform the inventive method.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2003
    Publication date: March 31, 2005
    Inventors: Xiaolei Yu, Milorad Susa, Cornelius Knabbe, Rolf Schmidt, Till Bachmann
  • Patent number: 6867598
    Abstract: A method for measuring fault locations in high frequency cables and lines. A signal with the frequency f0 and a level a0 is emitted from the source. This signal is split up in the splitter and is routed to the same parts in the test piece (DUT=device under test) and to a sink. The signals of the source and the returning wave of the DUT are added, whereby the result of this addition is a signal with the frequency f0 and an amplitude a1. The value of the frequency f0 is changed, and the amplitude of the newly generated sum signal is, in turn, recorded. An inverse Fourier transformation transforms the signals from the frequency domain into the time domain. The transition point, which appears as the defined peak in the time diagram can thereby be located.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2005
    Assignee: T-Mobile Deutschland GmbH
    Inventor: Rolf Schmidt
  • Patent number: 6706500
    Abstract: L-Menthol is prepared from D,L-menthyl derivatives by enantioselective enzymatic cleavage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2004
    Assignee: Symrise GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Ian-Lucas Gatfield, Jens-Michael Hilmer, Uwe Bornscheuer, Rolf Schmidt, Sandra Vorlová
  • Publication number: 20030164710
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for measuring fault locations in high frequency cables and lines. A signal with the frequency f0 and a level a0 is emitted from the source. This signal is split up in the splitter and is routed to the same parts in the test piece (DUT=device under test) and to a sink. The signals of the source and the returning wave of the DUT are added, whereby the result of this addition is a signal with the frequency f0 and an amplitude a1. The value of the frequency f0 is changed, and the amplitude of the newly generated sum signal is, in turn, recorded, whereby this is repeatedly carried out in an appropriate frequency domain (Span). An inverse Fourier transformation is applied to the measured values and transforms the signals from the frequency domain into the time domain. The transition point, which appears as the defined peak in the time diagram, can, as a result, be found located while taking the shortening factor into account.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2003
    Publication date: September 4, 2003
    Inventor: Rolf Schmidt
  • Publication number: 20020182674
    Abstract: L-Menthol is prepared from D,L-menthyl derivatives by enantioselective enzymatic cleavage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2002
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventors: Ian-Lucas Gatfield, Jens-Michael Hilmer, Uwe Bornscheuer, Rolf Schmidt, Sandra Vorlova
  • Patent number: 6247577
    Abstract: Plain oval cigarettes which issue from a maker in such orientation that the minor axes of their oval cross-sectional outlines extend vertically are advanced lengthwise in the spiral groove of a trough toward an outlet where the major axes of their oval cross-sectional outlines extend vertically. The thus reoriented oval cigarettes are attracted to the undersides of receptacles which are pivotably mounted on a rotary carrier and deliver the cigarettes, without any further changes in the orientation of the major and minor axes of their cross-sectional outlines, to successive peripheral flutes of a rotary drum-shaped conveyor which transports the cigarettes in such a way that the minor axes of their oval cross-sectional outlines extend radially of the rotational axis of the drum-shaped conveyor. This ensures that the oval cigarettes are more reliably held in their flutes during advancement with the drum-shaped conveyor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2001
    Assignee: Decouflé s.a.r.l.
    Inventors: Rolf Dahlgrün, Rolf Schmidt
  • Patent number: 6105326
    Abstract: The invention relates to a building comprising prefabricated components formed as wall and ceiling panels which are produced with a frame; the frame is an assembly of beam and angle parts which are held together and filled with a building material, such as mortar, concrete or Torcret, so as to form a flat panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2000
    Inventor: Rolf Schmidt-Lutz
  • Patent number: 5388554
    Abstract: This invention relates to an intake means for a reciprocating internal combustion having a plurality of cylinders having cylinder heads in each of which there are provided at least two charging ducts (14, 15), provided with inlet valves, for intake air for the respective cylinder, of which charging ducts at least one is designed as a swirl duct, one of the charging ducts (14, 15) being controllable via a throttle valve (18) at an associated intake passage (4, 3). In order to achieve a simple design along with a favorable configuration of the valves in terms of space, the intake passages (3, 4) and the charging ducts (14, 15) are incorporated in a cast intake manifold (1) with the intake passages (3, 4) and the charging ducts (14, 15), cylinder by cylinder, being separated from another by means of partitions (2, 16), and a control valve (18) for one intake passage (4) being positioned next to an uncontrolled intake passage (3) at the inlet end to the intake manifold (1).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 14, 1995
    Assignee: Klockner-Humboldt-Deutz AG
    Inventors: Thomas Horner, Rolf Schmidt
  • Patent number: 5359259
    Abstract: A mask-frame combination for a color picture tube includes a metal mask (12) placed over the frame with a skirting that overhangs the frame with an overhang height (H) and that is bent back toward the frame, and includes spot welds (15.1-15.12) located around the mask skirting for attaching the mask to the frame, wherein the mask skirting (13) bears against the outside of the frame (11) for attaching the mask where it is bent back, wherein the spot welds are arranged on each side of the long sides in such a manner that in each long side there is a central spot weld situated close to the mid-point of the long side and an outer spot weld on each side of the central spot weld and separated from the central spot weld by a distance of between D/14 and D/9, where D equals the length of the diagonal of the frame, and wherein the mask skirting is provided on each long side with openings (17) on two sides of each outer spot weld and adjacent thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 25, 1994
    Assignee: Nokia (Deutschland) GmbH
    Inventors: Rolf Reidinger, Rolf Schmidt