Patents by Inventor Wayne Wielebski
Wayne Wielebski 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: 7996104Abstract: A method and control system are provided for controlling a modular conveyor system, which may be networked together with other such systems in order to implement a control strategy for a modular conveyor system. The control system comprises a communications port for interconnection of the control system with a network for sending outgoing addressed data to other devices on the address-based network and for receiving incoming addressed data from other devices. The control system further comprises a logic system, which may receive a signal from an object sensor and provide a control signal or output adapted to control activation of a motorized roller assembly, based on an input signal from the object sensor or the communications port. The logic system may provide for single step operation whereby system troubleshooting may be facilitated, and in addition may provide situation aware and output value source selection functionality.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2005Date of Patent: August 9, 2011Assignee: Rockwell Automation TechnologiesInventors: Wayne Wielebski, John P. Caspers, Gregory A. Majcher, Steven P. Blech, Gregory J. Svetina
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Patent number: 7359870Abstract: A technique is provided or integrating system design, sales, and manufacturing functions. Systems including networked and programmable electrical components, such as motor control centers, and other electrical power control arrangements are designed, and a database is created for the design, including component and system designation data. The database may further include configuration information, settings, and so forth. The database is used as a tool in establishing a sales solicitation proposal from which sales of the system are offered. The same database is then used to program the various components of the system, such as through a temporary network link or via a permanent data network once the system is assembled.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2000Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc.Inventors: John Hadfield, Louis Kein, Erich Heberlein, Jon Simons, Rich Robb, Wayne Wielebski, Kevin Retlich
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Publication number: 20080077268Abstract: A technique is provided or integrating system design, sales, and manufacturing functions. Systems including networked and programmable electrical components, such as motor control centers, and other electrical power control arrangements are designed, and a database is created for the design, including component and system designation data. The database may further include configuration information, settings, and so forth. The database is used as a tool in establishing a sales solicitation proposal from which sales of the system are offered. The same database is then used to program the various components of the system, such as through a temporary network link or via a permanent data network once the system is assembled.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2007Publication date: March 27, 2008Inventors: Kevin Retlich, David Jensen, John Caspers, Wayne Wielebski, Dave Blair, David Brandt
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Publication number: 20070078629Abstract: A logging system is provided for a distributed automation application, such as an on-machine motor controller or the like. The logging system can access raw data, processed data, event data, error data, and so forth from a controller local to the applicational power to a load, such as an electric motor. The logging system can also access information and place information on a network to which the controller is linked. Logging system may also monitor and log data directly from sensors. Information and data stored in logging system may be interrogated and accessed either remotely via a network, or locally, such as through a local access port.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2005Publication date: April 5, 2007Inventors: Neil Gollhardt, Wayne Wielebski
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Publication number: 20070076394Abstract: A backplane configuration is described for supporting a range of modular components mechanically and for making electrical connections between the components. The backplane is particularly well-suited to power distribution and control applications, such as in industrial motor drives, and so forth. The backplane includes a number of bays or slots for modular components, as well as a bus topography that allows for switched or common connections between the various components.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2005Publication date: April 5, 2007Inventors: David Brandt, Wayne Wielebski, Neil Gollhardt
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Publication number: 20060158035Abstract: The present technique relates to the distribution of power and data signals throughout a networked system. For example, three-phase power may be conducted to a device over a set of conductors. One of the conductors, however, may be configured to conduct, in conjunction with a neutral conductor, both one phase of three-phase power as well as data signals in accordance with a predetermined data communications protocol. As an alternate example, the present technique may comprise a set of a first power conductors configured to conduct three-phase power and a secondary power conductor which works in conjunction with an auxiliary conductor to conduct power and data signals. Additionally, the present technique provides for the maintenance data communications and a level of power upon the interruption of three-phase power to a particular component or device.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2006Publication date: July 20, 2006Inventors: David Brandt, Wayne Wielebski
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Publication number: 20060145833Abstract: The present technique relates to the distribution of power and data signals throughout a networked system. For example, three-phase power may be conducted to a device over a set of conductors. One of the conductors, however, may be configured to conduct, in conjunction with a neutral conductor, both one phase of three-phase power as well as data signals in accordance with a predetermined data communications protocol. As an alternate example, the present technique may comprise a set of a first power conductors configured to conduct three-phase power and a secondary power conductor which works in conjunction with an auxiliary conductor to conduct power and data-signals. Additionally, the present technique provides for the maintenance data communications and a level of power upon the interruption of three-phase power to a particular component or device.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2006Publication date: July 6, 2006Inventors: David Brandt, Wayne Wielebski
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Patent number: 7062355Abstract: An electrical communications architecture for implementation in a conveyor system, and a method of communicating information among components of a conveyor system, are disclosed. The electrical communications architecture includes a central control device, first and second conveyor modules, and an address-based network. The conveyor modules respectively support first and second control devices and associated first and second sensors. The network couples all of the control devices, and each control device has a respective address on the network. Information is communicated between the associated sensors and control devices by way of respective dedicated connections, and information is communicated among the control devices by way of the network.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2002Date of Patent: June 13, 2006Assignee: Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Wayne Wielebski, John P. Caspers, Gregory A. Majcher, Steven P. Blech, Gregory J. Svetina
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Publication number: 20050285450Abstract: The present technique relates to a power and data signal transfer assembly including a plurality of conductors. Through the transfer assembly, power and data signals may be distributed and transferred to a wide variety of devices and locations. Moreover, in one example, power and data signals may be carried over a power conductor working in conjunction with a further conductor. In a further example, the assembly may include advantageous features, such as circuit protection circuitry and LEDs.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2003Publication date: December 29, 2005Inventors: David Brandt, Wayne Wielebski
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Publication number: 20050239558Abstract: A technique is provided for defining a self-forming sleeve between a male shaft and a female or hollow shaft. The self-forming sleeve prevents wear and fretting at the interface between the male shaft and the hollow shaft while permitting torque to be transmitted through the interface. The self-forming sleeve may be made of a curable liquid, such as an adhesive or sealing compound. The sleeve material is applied either to the hollow bore, to the male shaft, or to both immediately prior to an assembly step. Following curing or bonding of the self-forming sleeve, the sleeve will not drain, flow or otherwise be extruded from the interface between the male shaft and hollow bore, providing continued operation with a minimal degree of wear and fretting at the interface. The self-forming sleeve allows the mating male and hollow shafts to be disassembled, after extensive periods of operation, without excessive force and without significant damage to shafts and connected machinery.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2004Publication date: October 27, 2005Inventors: David Brandt, Wayne Wielebski
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Publication number: 20050192704Abstract: A method and control system are provided for controlling a modular conveyor system, which may be networked together with other such systems in order to implement a control strategy for a modular conveyor system. The control system comprises a communications port for interconnection of the control system with a network for sending outgoing addressed data to other devices on the address-based network and for receiving incoming addressed data from other devices. The control system further comprises a logic system, which may receive a signal from an object sensor and provide a control signal or output adapted to control activation of a motorized roller assembly, based on an input signal from the object sensor or the communications port. The logic system may provide for single step operation whereby system troubleshooting may be facilitated, and in addition may provide situation aware and output value source selection functionality.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2005Publication date: September 1, 2005Applicant: Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Wayne Wielebski, John Caspers, Gregory Majcher, Steven Blech
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Patent number: 6898483Abstract: A method and control system are provided for controlling a modular conveyor system, which may be networked together with other such systems in order to implement a control strategy for a modular conveyor system. The control system comprises a communications port for interconnection of the control system with a network for sending outgoing addressed data to other devices on the address-based network and for receiving incoming addressed data from other devices. The control system further comprises a logic system, which may receive a signal from an object sensor and provide a control signal or output adapted to control activation of a motorized roller assembly, based on an input signal from the object sensor or the communications port. The logic system may provide for single step operation whereby system troubleshooting may be facilitated, and in addition may provide situation aware and output value source selection functionality.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2004Date of Patent: May 24, 2005Assignee: Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Wayne Wielebski, John P. Caspers, Gregory A. Majcher, Steven P. Blech
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Publication number: 20050057320Abstract: The present technique relates to the distribution of power and data signals throughout a networked system. For example, three-phase power may be conducted to a device over a set of conductors. One of the conductors, however, may be configured to conduct, in conjunction with a neutral conductor, both one phase of three-phase power as well as data signals in accordance with a predetermined data communications protocol. As an alternate example, the present technique may comprise a set of a first power conductors configured to conduct three-phase power and a secondary power conductor which works in conjunction with an auxiliary conductor to conduct power and data signals. Additionally, the present technique provides for the maintenance data communications and a level of power upon the interruption of three-phase power to a particular component or device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2003Publication date: March 17, 2005Inventors: David Brandt, Wayne Wielebski
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Publication number: 20040186615Abstract: A method and control system are provided for controlling a modular conveyor system, which may be networked together with other such systems in order to implement a control strategy for a modular conveyor system. The control system comprises a communications port for interconnection of the control system with a network for sending outgoing addressed data to other devices on the address-based network and for receiving incoming addressed data from other devices. The control system further comprises a logic system, which may receive a signal from an object sensor and provide a control signal or output adapted to control activation of a motorized roller assembly, based on an input signal from the object sensor or the communications port. The logic system may provide for single step operation whereby system troubleshooting may be facilitated, and in addition may provide situation aware and output value source selection functionality.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2004Publication date: September 23, 2004Inventors: Wayne Wielebski, John P. Caspers, Gregory A. Majcher, Steven P. Blech
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Patent number: 6701214Abstract: A method and control system are provided for controlling a modular conveyor system, which may be networked together with other such systems in order to implement a control strategy for a modular conveyor system. The control system comprises a communications port for interconnection of the control system with a network for sending outgoing addressed data to other devices on the address-based network and for receiving incoming addressed data from other devices. The control system further comprises a logic system, which may receive a signal from an object sensor and provide a control signal or output adapted to control activation of a motorized roller assembly, based on an input signal from the object sensor or the communications port. The logic system may provide for single step operation whereby system troubleshooting may be facilitated, and in addition may provide situation aware and output value source selection functionality.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Wayne Wielebski, John P. Caspers, Gregory A. Majcher, Steven P. Blech
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Publication number: 20040007447Abstract: An electrical communications architecture for implementation in a conveyor system, and a method of communicating information among components of a conveyor system, are disclosed. The electrical communications architecture includes a central control device, first and second conveyor modules, and an address-based network. The conveyor modules respectively support first and second control devices and associated first and second sensors. The network couples all of the control devices, and each control device has a respective address on the network. Information is communicated between the associated sensors and control devices by way of respective dedicated connections, and information is communicated among the control devices by way of the network.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2002Publication date: January 15, 2004Inventor: Wayne Wielebski
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Patent number: 6522944Abstract: A method and control system are provided for controlling a modular conveyor system, which may be networked together with other such systems in order to implement a control strategy for a modular conveyor system. The control system comprises a communications port for interconnection of the control system with a network for sending outgoing addressed data to other devices on the address-based network and for receiving incoming addressed data from other devices. The control system further comprises a logic system, which may receive a signal from an object sensor and provide a control signal or output adapted to control activation of a motorized roller assembly, based on an input signal from the object sensor or the communications port. The logic system may provide for single step operation whereby system troubleshooting may be facilitated, and in addition may provide situation aware and output value source selection functionality.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2000Date of Patent: February 18, 2003Assignee: Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Wayne Wielebski, John P. Caspers, Gregory A. Majcher, Steven P. Blech
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Publication number: 20020010527Abstract: A method and control system are provided for controlling a modular conveyor system, which may be networked together with other such systems in order to implement a control strategy for a modular conveyor system. The control system comprises a communications port for interconnection of the control system with a network for sending outgoing addressed data to other devices on the address-based network and for receiving incoming addressed data from other devices. The control system further comprises a logic system, which may receive a signal from an object sensor and provide a control signal or output adapted to control activation of a motorized roller assembly, based on an input signal from the object sensor or the communications port. The logic system may provide for single step operation whereby system troubleshooting may be facilitated, and in addition may provide situation aware and output value source selection functionality.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2000Publication date: January 24, 2002Inventors: Wayne Wielebski, John P. Caspers, Gregory A. Majcher, Steven P. Blech