Abstract

The invention relates to a measuring cell (100) for a rheometer (102). The measuring cell (100) has a sample receiving container (104) for receiving a sample to be measured, a rotary body (106) which is at least partly rotatably arranged in the sample receiving container (104) in order to interact with the sample to be measured, and a controller (108) which is designed to control a relative movement between the rotary body (106) and the sample receiving container (104) such that a gap (110) is formed between the rotary body (106) and the sample receiving container (104) in a measurement configuration in order to arrange the rotary body (106) in the sample receiving container (104) in a mutually contactless manner and such that the gap (110) between the rotary body (106) and the sample receiving container (104) is closed in a liquid-tight manner in a flushing configuration.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties
• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (100) for characterizing a particle sample (130), the device (100) comprising: i) a control device (110) designed a) to obtain image data with respect to the particle sample (130) from a particle analysis (150), b) to determine at least one first parameter which is indicative of a particle size, c) to determine at least one second parameter which is indicative of a particle shape, and d) to select a plurality of image data which, in each case, show at least one particle of the particle sample (130) and which, in each case, are representative of the first parameter and of the second parameter with respect to a predefined criterion (Q); and ii) a display (170) which is coupled to the control device (110) and which is designed to graphically present, in the form of an array (140), the image data selected by the control device (110). The invention also relates to a particle analysis device (160) and to a method.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 15/1429 - Signal processing
• G01N 15/14 - Optical investigation techniques, e.g. flow cytometry

Goods & Services

Design services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control.

Goods & Services

Extruder; Maschinen und Werkzeugmaschinen (zur Verarbeitung von Kunststoffen, geschmolzenen Polymeren und zur Herstellung extrudierter Kunststoffe); Maschinen und Werkzeugmaschinen (für die Lebensmittel- und Getreideverarbeitung); Formen (wird in Maschinen zum Formen von Produkten verwendet); Maschinenteile; Automatische Dosiermaschinen für Spritzgussprozesse (d. h. Probenahme von Kunststoffen, geschmolzenen Polymeren und Lebensmitteln); Spritzgießmaschinen (zur Verarbeitung von Lebensmitteln, Kunststoffen und Chemikalien); Kunststoff- und Lebensmittelextruder; Ersatzteile (für Kunststoff- und Lebensmittelextruder); Formpressmaschine; Maschinen zur Verarbeitung von Polymeren, Lebensmitteln und Pasten; Maschinen zur Entnahme von Flüssigkeitsproben; Schleifmaschinen. Rheometer zur Untersuchung des Verformungs- und Fließverhaltens flüssiger und/oder fester Proben; Mehrfachprobenverteiler zur Verwendung in Oberflächenanalysatoren; Materialdichtemessgeräte; Pulverprobennehmer; Instrumente zur Messung, Aufzeichnung und Kontrolle von Konsistenz, Plastizität, Feuchtigkeit, Temperatur, Mahlbarkeit und Dehnbarkeit zur Verwendung in Forschung und Entwicklung; Instrumente zur Qualitätskontrolle; Feuchtigkeitstester; Tester für flüchtige Stoffe; Zubehör für Prüfgeräte für flüchtige Stoffe; Temperaturregler; Pilotanlagen und Produktionsanlagen für die Lebensmittel-, Kunststoff- und chemische Industrie; Labor-Fräsinstrumente; Hochschermischer; Compounder; Walzwerke im Labormaßstab für Elastomer- und Thermoplastmaterialien mit Anzeige und Integration von Rheometern; Extrusionsrheometer; Laborextruder; Datenaufzeichnungsgeräte für Drehmoment und Scherspannung; Pelletierer; Granulatoren. Webshops; Präsentation von Waren in allen Medien für Einzelhandelszwecke; Vorführung von Waren; Bereitstellung eines Online-Marktplatzes für Käufer und Verkäufer von Waren und Dienstleistungen; Werbung; Organisation von Ausstellungen für kommerzielle oder Werbezwecke; analoges Publizieren; Elektronische Mittel zur Präsentation von Waren und Dienstleistungen zur Erleichterung des TV-Shoppings und Home-Shoppings; Organisation von Messen; kommerzielle Informationen und Beratung für Verbraucher bei der Auswahl von Produkten und Dienstleistungen; Bereitstellung von Geschäftsinformationen über eine Website; Verkaufsförderung für Dritte.

Abstract

A measuring device, in particular a calorimeter, is described which comprises: i) a sensor device which is configured for capturing a measurand with respect to a sample and which comprises: ia) a base region, and ib) a sample storing region which protrudes from a main surface of the base region and which is configured for storing a sample reception; ii) a sensor interior in which the sensor device is at least partially arranged; iii) a rinsing gas supply device which is configured for providing a rinsing gas into the sensor interior; and iv) a gas-conducting element which covers the sensor interior and which comprises: at least one opening through which the protruding sample storing region at least partially extends, such that a slit between a side wall of the protruding sample storing region and the gas-conducting element remains.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 25/48 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating the development of heat, i.e. calorimetry, e.g. by measuring specific heat, by measuring thermal conductivity on solution, sorption, or a chemical reaction not involving combustion or catalytic oxidation

Abstract

The invention relates to a tribometer (100) for ascertaining tribological information between a tribopair consisting of a first body (102) and a second body (104) which is coupled to the first body (102). The tribometer (100) has a first drive device (106) for driving the first body (102) and the second body (104) coupled thereto in order to carry out a deflection, a second drive device (108) for applying a force, which is oriented opposite the deflection, onto the second body (104), and a controller (110) which is designed to control the second drive device (108) such that the force applied by the second drive device (108) onto the second body (104) is increased as the deflection of the first body (102) and the second body (104) produced by the first drive device (106) increases until the second body (104) is released from the first body (102). The tribometer also has an ascertaining device (112) for ascertaining the tribological information on the basis of the behavior of the tribopair during the aforementioned control process.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 19/02 - Measuring coefficient of friction between materials
• G01L 5/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, measuring force, work, mechanical power, or torque, specially adapted for specific purposes

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for ascertaining the viscosity of a sample (9) using a rotary viscosimeter (10) comprising a measuring shaft (1) which is driven by a drive, a measuring body (3), in particular a spindle, a conical measuring body or a plate which is arranged at one end of the measuring shaft (1) and can be supplied with a sample (9), and a second measuring part (7), in particular a measuring cup or a measuring plate into which the sample (9) can be introduced, wherein (a) in a first step, the measuring body (3) is arranged on the measuring shaft (1), and the second measuring part (7) is arranged on the rotary viscosimeter (10), (b) in a second step, the distance between the measuring body (3) and the second measuring part (7) is reduced until a flow defined in advance can pass between the measuring body (3) and the second measuring part (7), thus defining a zero distance between the measuring body (3) and the second measuring part (7), or the distance between the second measuring part (7) and the measuring body (3) is increased again and the point at which the flow is interrupted is defined as the zero distance between the measuring body (3) and the second measuring part (7), (c) in a third step, the distance between the measuring body (3) and the second measuring part (7) is increased from the zero distance such that a defined measuring gap (S) is set, (d) in a fourth step, the second measuring part (7) is removed, a sample (9) is introduced into the second measuring part (7), and the second measuring part (7) is repositioned and (e) in a fifth step, a viscosity measurement is carried out on the sample (9), and the viscosity of the sample (9) is determined by means of an analysis unit (18). In order to adjust the distance between the measuring body (3) and the second measuring part (7), an adjusting drive (11) is provided, and the measuring gap (S) is specified by a control unit (12) using the adjusting drive (11).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane

Abstract

There is described an apparatus (100) for determining an information indicative of a porosity of a sample (111), the apparatus comprising: i) a measurement chamber (110), configured to accommodate the sample (111) to be measured; ii) an intruding agent reservoir (120), configured to provide the intruding agent (125) to the measurement chamber (110); iii) a pressure device (130), configured to apply a pressure profile to the measurement chamber (110), so that the intruding agent (125) is pressed into at least part of the pores of the sample (111); and iv) a determination device (150), configured to determine the information indicative of the porosity of the sample (111) based on the measured pressure. The intruding agent (125) comprises gallium or a gallium alloy, and the apparatus (100) is configured to provide reducing or inert conditions with respect to the intruding agent (125).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 15/08 - Investigating permeability, pore volume, or surface area of porous materials

Abstract

A rheometer and a method for measuring viscosity of a specimen include a motor-driven measuring shaft, a first measuring part fastened to the shaft, a second measuring part below the first measuring part, the measuring parts defining a measuring gap receiving the specimen and having a thickness set by the measuring parts. A heating or temperature-control unit below the second measuring part temperature-controls the second measuring part. The measuring parts rotate or rotate-oscillate relative to each other about an axis. A hood has an internal contour at the second measuring part and/or the heating or temperature-control unit. The internal contour surrounds and covers the first measuring part and the measuring gap and forms a measuring space. A duct near the temperature-control unit opens into the space, allowing the temperature-control unit to control a temperature of temperature-control medium in the duct.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; implements, for use in the following fields: Lab automation; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Indicating apparatus, Checking (supervision) apparatus, Test units; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods; All the aforesaid goods for the determination of physical properties of fluid media. Retail and wholesale services in relation to: Measuring apparatus and instruments, scientific apparatus and instruments, Laboratory apparatus and Laboratory instruments, Laboratory equipment, Measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and instruments, Indicating devices and Apparatus for control; Retail and wholesale services in relation to: Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control, Detectors and Auxiliary parts, components and fittings for the aforesaid apparatus and instruments and software and hardware for the aforesaid apparatus and instruments; Presentation of goods in communications media, for the retail trade; Presentation of goods for advertising and demonstration purposes; provision of an online marketplace for buyers and sellers of goods and services; Publicity services, public relation services; Arranging of exhibitions for commercial or advertising purposes; All the aforesaid goods and services for the determination of physical properties of fluid media. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of equipment, instruments and computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control; Scientific design and development of equipment and instruments for controlling, measuring, regulating and analysing chemical and physics research and laboratory testing; All the aforesaid goods and services for the determination of physical properties of fluid media.

Abstract

A method for fills and/or cleans the measurement cell of a measuring instrument, namely a viscometer and/or density measuring instrument, in particular of a rotational viscometer. A sample is introduced via a sample line into the measurement cell by a pump, and wherein a dynamic viscosity and/or density of the sample is determined in the measurement cell. A funnel-shaped, reversibly openable receiving container, in particular a filling funnel, for the sample, is arranged in the sample line, between the pump and the measurement cell. The receiving container is opened and the sample is introduced into the receiving container. The receiving container is connected to the pump via a pressure line in such a way that, when pressure is applied into the receiving container, a proportion of the sample is dispensed out of the receiving container and introduced into the measurement cell.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 1/14 - Suction devices, e.g. pumpsEjector devices
• G01N 9/34 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity by using flow properties of fluids, e.g. flow through tubes or apertures by using elements moving through the fluid, e.g. vane
• B08B 3/04 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Abstract

An X-ray beam generating system including an X-ray source for generating an original primary X-ray beam, an optics system including a first optics component and at least one second optics component which are movable relative to the X-ray source in order either to bring the first optics component into interaction with the original primary X-ray beam, whereupon a first primary X-ray beam is generated which is deflected at a first deflection angle, or to bring the second optics component into interaction with the original primary X-ray beam, whereupon a second primary X-ray beam is generated which is deflected at a second deflection angle, and a rotating device to rotate the X-ray beam generating system through either a first rotation angle or a second rotation angle to allow either the first primary X-ray beam or the second primary X-ray beam to impinge on a sample region.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 23/20016 - Goniometers
• G01N 23/207 - Diffractometry, e.g. using a probe in a central position and one or more displaceable detectors in circumferential positions
• G21K 1/02 - Arrangements for handling particles or ionising radiation, e.g. focusing or moderating using diaphragms, collimators
• G21K 1/06 - Arrangements for handling particles or ionising radiation, e.g. focusing or moderating using diffraction, refraction, or reflection, e.g. monochromators

Abstract

A device for examining a sample by X-radiation having a radiation generation system for generating primary radiation, a first goniometer arm on which the radiation generation system is mounted and which is pivotable about a goniometer axis, a detection system configured to detect secondary radiation emanating from the sample, a second goniometer arm on which the detection system is mounted and which is pivotable about the goniometer axis, and an evacuable sample chamber within which the sample is arrangeable in a sample region encompassing a portion of the goniometer axis, the sample chamber being delimited by a sample chamber wall which has a transmission region which is transmissive to the primary radiation and is vacuum-tight, in order to allow the primary radiation to penetrate into the sample chamber and to impinge on the sample region at different angles of incidence.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 23/20 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by using diffraction of the radiation by the materials, e.g. for investigating crystal structureInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by using scattering of the radiation by the materials, e.g. for investigating non-crystalline materialsInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by using reflection of the radiation by the materials
• G01N 23/201 - Measuring small-angle scattering, e.g. small angle X-ray scattering [SAXS]
• G01N 23/207 - Diffractometry, e.g. using a probe in a central position and one or more displaceable detectors in circumferential positions
• G01N 23/22 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by measuring secondary emission from the material
• G01N 23/2206 - Combination of two or more measurements, at least one measurement being that of secondary emission, e.g. combination of secondary electron [SE] measurement and back-scattered electron [BSE] measurement
• G01N 23/20016 - Goniometers
• G01N 23/20025 - Sample holders or supports therefor

Abstract

A method for determining the sticky point of powder samples includes introducing a sample into a first measuring part, placing a second measuring part above the first measuring part to delimit a sample chamber, using a motor to drive the measuring parts relative to one another, using a force application unit to exert a force on the sample normal to a rotational plane of the measuring parts, using a measuring unit to record a torque or shear stress of the sample between the measuring parts, using a temperature-control unit or oven to apply a temperature profile to the sample while measuring the torque or shear stress, and supplying recorded measured values of the torque or shear stress and the sample temperature at measuring points to an evaluation unit. The evaluation unit determines the sticky point from the measured values of the torque or shear stress and the temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/16 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by measuring damping effect upon oscillatory body
• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Scoreboard apparatus, Checking (supervision) apparatus, Test units; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; All the aforesaid goods in particular for measuring the concentration and kind of gases dissolved in fluids; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Fitting, construction and repair of instruments for industrial process monitoring and inspection; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; All the aforesaid services in particular for measuring the concentration and kind of gases dissolved in fluids. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control, The aforesaid hardware and software in particular for measuring the concentration and kind of gases dissolved in fluids.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Scoreboard apparatus, Checking (supervision) apparatus, Test units; All the aforesaid goods specially for measuring the concentration and kind of gases dissolved in fluids; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Fitting, construction and repair of instruments for industrial process monitoring and inspection; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; All the aforesaid services specially for measuring the concentration and kind of gases dissolved in fluids. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control; All the aforesaid services specially for measuring the concentration and kind of gases dissolved in fluids.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Scoreboard apparatus, Checking (supervision) apparatus, Test units; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Fitting, construction and repair of instruments for industrial process monitoring and inspection; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Scoreboard apparatus, Checking (supervision) apparatus, Test units; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Fitting, construction and repair of instruments for industrial process monitoring and inspection; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control.

Abstract

A measuring device for thermal analysis of a sample is described, the measuring device comprising: (i) a sample receptacle for receiving the sample, (ii) a heating device for increasing the temperature of the sample receptacle, (iii) a cooling device for reducing the temperature of the sample receptacle, and (iv) a heat transport element having a thermal resistance and being arranged between the heating device and the cooling device such that a heat flow between the heating device and the cooling device via the heat transport element is enabled. Further, the measuring device v) comprises an electrothermal transducer arranged between the heat transport element and the cooling device such that operating the electrothermal transducer adjusts the heat flow through the heat transport element.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 25/20 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating the development of heat, i.e. calorimetry, e.g. by measuring specific heat, by measuring thermal conductivity
• G01N 1/44 - Sample treatment involving radiation, e.g. heat
• G01N 1/42 - Low-temperature sample treatment, e.g. cryofixation

Abstract

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IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/41 - RefractivityPhase-affecting properties, e.g. optical path length
• G01N 21/43 - RefractivityPhase-affecting properties, e.g. optical path length by measuring critical angle
• G01N 21/85 - Investigating moving fluids or granular solids

Abstract

Described is a measuring drive for a measuring instrument, in particular a rheometer. The measuring drive has: i) a motor, ii) a shaft, which is coupled to the motor in such a way that the shaft is drivable by the motor, and iii) an ultrasonic device, which is configured to provide ultrasound to the shaft in such a way that at least a part of the shaft is bearable substantially without contact by the ultrasound. Furthermore, the measuring instrument, a method, and a using are described.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties
• F16C 32/06 - Bearings not otherwise provided for with moving member supported by a fluid cushion formed, at least to a large extent, otherwise than by movement of the shaft, e.g. hydrostatic air-cushion bearings

Abstract

A method for determining the density of an at least flowable, in particular liquid, specimen with a rheometer, in particular a rotational rheometer, includes providing the rheometer with a first measurement component for receiving the at least flowable, in particular liquid, specimen, and a second measurement component with a known volume to be immersed into the specimen. The first and second measurement components are movable relative to one another. The perpendicular force between the two measurement components is measured after the immersion of the second measurement component into the specimen. The measured perpendicular force corresponds to the buoyancy force acting between the specimen and the second measurement component. The density of the specimen is calculated based on Archimedes' principle by reference to the known volume of the second measurement component and the measured perpendicular force. A rheometer for carrying out the method is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01N 11/16 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by measuring damping effect upon oscillatory body

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Scoreboard apparatus, Checking (supervision) apparatus, Test units; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Fitting, construction and repair of instruments for industrial process monitoring and inspection; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Scoreboard apparatus, Checking (supervision) apparatus, Test units; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Fitting, construction and repair of instruments for industrial process monitoring and inspection; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for industrial process monitoring and control.

Abstract

Described is an apparatus for guiding an electromagnetic microwave, having: antenna surrounding walls, which define an interior space so as to surround therein at least an end region of an antenna of a microwave source, in particular laterally annularly as well as frontally; waveguide boundary walls, at least two of which are arranged in parallel to each other, wherein the waveguide boundary walls form a, in particular cuboid-shaped, waveguide having a substantially rectangular cross-section, wherein a cross-sectional plane is defined by a first direction that extends along a longitudinal direction of the antenna and a second direction that extends perpendicularly to the first direction, wherein it holds: 25>a/b>3, wherein a: is a width of the waveguide along the second direction, b: is a height of the waveguide along the first direction, wherein the apparatus is designed to let proceed a microwave from the interior space of the antenna surrounding walls into the waveguide.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05H 1/46 - Generating plasma using applied electromagnetic fields, e.g. high frequency or microwave energy
• H01J 49/10 - Ion sourcesIon guns

Abstract

2, has been dissolved. A concentration of the measurement gas is ascertained and a concentration of the gas mixture formed by the measurement gas and the foreign gas is ascertained, especially via a manometric measurement method. The measurement values are supplied to an evaluation unit. A concentration of the foreign gas is determined on the basis of the ascertained concentration of the measurement gas and the ascertained concentration of the gas mixture.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
• G01K 5/30 - Measuring temperature based on the expansion or contraction of a material the material being a gas the gas displacing a liquid column
• G01N 7/10 - Analysing materials by measuring the pressure or volume of a gas or vapour by allowing diffusion of components through a porous wall and measuring a pressure or volume difference
• G01N 21/3577 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing liquids, e.g. polluted water
• G01N 21/552 - Attenuated total reflection

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (100) for providing a plurality of samples in sample vessels (101) which, at placement positions (104), can be inserted into sample vessel holders (103) of at least one sample vessel stand (105), said device comprising: an in particular planar placement area (107), above which the sample vessel holders (103) can be arranged, the placement area having a display area (109) on which information relating at least to a sample and/or an operation can be displayed.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 35/00 - Automatic analysis not limited to methods or materials provided for in any single one of groups Handling materials therefor

Abstract

The invention relates to a circuit assembly (SO) for operating a probe (12) of a scanning probe microscope (81). The circuit assembly (50) has a control input (60) which can be provided with a control signal to be supplied to the probe (12), a conditioning device (62) for conditioning the probe (12) and/or the circuit assembly (50) for an operation according to a plurality of different operating modes, and a selection device (64) for selecting a currently selected operating mode of the plurality of different operating modes, according to which the probe (12) is currently operated.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 10/06 - Circuits or algorithms therefor
• G01Q 60/30 - Scanning potential microscopy

Abstract

A device is provided for IR-spectroscopy and for determining an impairment of a surface which is exposed to measuring radiation during the IR-spectroscopy. The device includes a radiation source to generate the measuring radiation a detector and a sample receptacle for receiving a sample. The sample receptacle is at least partially delimited by the surface. The detector measures radiation after interaction with the sample. The device is configured to measure an IR-reference spectrum of a reference sample which is received in the sample receptacle, evaluate the reference spectrum, determine an indicator of the impairment, wherein evaluating encompasses an integration of a quantity which is based on the reference spectrum over a predetermined integration spectral range, wherein the indicator is determined dependently on a value of the integration.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/35 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light
• G01N 21/3563 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing solidsPreparation of samples therefor
• G01N 21/3577 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light for analysing liquids, e.g. polluted water

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (100) for the x-ray examination of a specimen, the device having: an x-ray beam-generating system (130) with: an x-ray source (101) for generating an original primary x-ray beam (145); an optical system (104) with a first optical component (102) and at least one second optical component (103), which are movable relative to the x-ray source (101) in order either to bring the first optical component (102) into interaction with the original primary x-ray beam (145), whereupon a first primary x-ray beam (117) is generated, which is deflected at a first deflection angle (α1), or to bring the second optical component (103) into interaction with the original primary x-ray beam (145), whereupon a second primary x-ray beam (118) is generated, which is deflected at a second deflection angle (α2); and having a rotary device (140) with a turntable (115) on which the x-ray beam-generating system (130) is mounted in order to rotate the x-ray beam-generating system (130) through either a first rotation angle (β1) or a second rotation angle (β2) about a turntable axis (106), in order to allow either the first primary x-ray beam (117) or the second primary x-ray beam (118) to fall onto a specimen region (147).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 23/20 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by using diffraction of the radiation by the materials, e.g. for investigating crystal structureInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by using scattering of the radiation by the materials, e.g. for investigating non-crystalline materialsInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by using reflection of the radiation by the materials
• G21K 1/06 - Arrangements for handling particles or ionising radiation, e.g. focusing or moderating using diffraction, refraction, or reflection, e.g. monochromators

Abstract

A rotational viscometer for measuring a viscosity of substances contains a measuring shaft and a hollow shaft which is driven by a drive. The measuring shaft is arranged within the hollow shaft. A measuring body is arranged at one end of the measuring shaft and can be supplied with a sample. A coupling element is provided for connecting the hollow shaft to the measuring shaft. An angle measuring unit is arranged relative to the measuring shaft such that an angular difference and/or a rotational phase difference between the hollow shaft and the measuring shaft can be measured. The hollow shaft and the measuring shaft end opposite the measuring body and protrude into a housing. The coupling element is arranged in the housing, and the housing and the coupling element are connected to the measuring shaft and to the hollow shaft such that the housing is removable from the rotational viscometer.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane

Abstract

The invention relates to a processing and/or inspection apparatus (100, 130) for processing and/or inspecting a surface of a specimen (107), wherein the processing and/or inspection apparatus (100, 130) comprises a processing device (102) for processing a target zone (104) and/or an inspection device (132) for inspecting a target zone (104) on the surface of the specimen (107), a mechanical support interface (106) as a mechanical reference for supporting a specimen carrier (108), which can be removably mounted on the support interface (106) with the specimen (107), and a data source (110) for providing data to said processing and/or inspection apparatus (100, 130), or to another processing and/or inspection apparatus (100, 130), which data is indicative for a position of the target zone (104) relative to said mechanical reference.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 3/40 - Investigating hardness or rebound hardness
• B23Q 41/02 - Features relating to transfer of work between machines

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Electrotechnical and electronic apparatus and equipment; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Components, parts, software and hardware for use in the field of laboratory analysis; Parts and fittings for the aforesaid goods. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for use in the field of laboratory analysis.

Abstract

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IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 9/00 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity
• G01K 15/00 - Testing or calibrating of thermometers
• G01K 11/06 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using melting, freezing, or softening

Abstract

A handling apparatus for handling a measuring probe of a scanning probe microscope is disclosed. The measuring probe has a probe body and a probe tip which is coupled with the probe body by a cantilever. The handling apparatus includes a receiving device for receiving the measuring probe at a receiving area, a guide structure, in which the measuring probe is guidable while at the same time the probe body is at least partially limited and the cantilever and the probe tip are supported without contact, and a transport device for transporting the measuring probe from the receiving area along the guide structure to a target area.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 21/00 - Microscopes
• G01Q 60/16 - Probes, their manufacture or their related instrumentation, e.g. holders
• G01Q 60/38 - Probes, their manufacture or their related instrumentation, e.g. holders
• G01Q 70/02 - Probe holders

Abstract

A method and a device for measuring an oxygen content of a headspace gas in a beverage can. The beverage can is oriented upside down to allow the headspace gas to collect at the bottom. A hollow piercer on a piercing head forms a sampling opening in the bottom of the can through which the sampling tube penetrates. The liquid level in the beverage can is lowered to establish a direct connection of the gas-filled headspace and the sampling opening. Then the headspace gas is transported from the headspace to a sensor unit via the sampling tube and/or the hollow piercer or the piercing head. The oxygen content and/or an oxygen partial pressure and/or a headspace volume of the headspace gas are determined by the sensor unit. The sampling opening is closed off airtight by sealing elements arranged on the piercer or the piercing head.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/14 - Beverages
• G01N 33/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by specific methods not covered by groups
• G01N 1/22 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the gaseous state
• G01N 21/64 - FluorescencePhosphorescence
• G01L 19/00 - Details of, or accessories for, apparatus for measuring steady or quasi-steady pressure of a fluent medium insofar as such details or accessories are not special to particular types of pressure gauges

Abstract

A device determines an oxygen content of a headspace gas in a liquid-filled container. The device contains a piercer, a sampling tube, a piercing head on which the piercer and the sampling tube are disposed, a pump, a ring line, and a sensor unit disposed within the ring line and used to determine the oxygen content and/or an oxygen partial pressure of the headspace gas of the liquid-filled container. The ring line is configured such that the headspace gas of the liquid-filled container can be sampled via the piercer or the piercing head by use of the pump and can be returned into the headspace of the liquid-filled container via the sampling tube.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 1/22 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the gaseous state
• G01N 21/64 - FluorescencePhosphorescence
• G01N 27/416 - Systems

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Components, parts, spare parts and accessories for the aforesaid goods; All the aforesaid goods for examinations, measurements and analyses using X-rays.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Analysers; Spectrometers; Software and hardware, in particular for use in the field of laboratory analysis; Components, parts, spare parts and accessories for the aforesaid goods; All the aforesaid goods being solely for use in connection with qualitative and quantitative analysis, measuring, detecting and identifying chemical and biological compounds, substances, mixtures of substances, materials and samples. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; All the aforesaid services being solely for use in connection with qualitative and quantitative analysis, measuring, detecting and identifying chemical and biological compounds, substances, mixtures of substances, materials and samples. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software, in particular for use in the field of laboratory analysis; All the aforesaid services being solely for use in connection with qualitative and quantitative analysis, measuring, detecting and identifying chemical and biological compounds, substances, mixtures of substances, materials and samples.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Analysers; Spectrometers; Components, parts, spare parts and accessories for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services.

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for cleaning a viscometer (10), in particular a throughflow viscometer, which can be flowed through by fluid samples for the automated filling and cleaning of the measuring cell, wherein, for the measurement of the viscosity, a fluid sample is conducted into the at least one measuring cell (5) and the, in particular dynamic, viscosity of the sample is determined, wherein, in order to clean the measuring cell (5) after the measurement of the viscosity of the sample, the measuring cell (5) is flushed in a flushing operation with a cleaning agent, in particular a solvent or a combination of a plurality of solvents, with a defined viscosity, wherein, during the flushing operation, the viscosity of the cleaning agent which flows through the measuring cell (5) is determined in the measuring cell (5) at a number of times, and wherein the measured viscosity of the cleaning agent is used for the determination of the cleanness of the measuring cell (5), wherein the flushing operation is ended when the change in the viscosity of the cleaning agent drops below a previously defined threshold value between a number of measured values or within a previously defined time period, and/or wherein the flushing operation is ended when the value of the measured viscosity lies within a previously defined range around the defined viscosity value of the cleaning agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties

Abstract

The invention relates to a measuring drive (100) for a measuring device (101), in particular a rheometer. The measuring drive (100) has: i) a motor (110), ii) a shaft (120), which is coupled to the motor (110) in such a way that the shaft (120) can be driven by means of the motor (110), and iii) an ultrasound device (130), which is designed to provide ultrasound (135) at the shaft (120) in such a way that at least part of the shaft (120) can be mounted substantially without contact by means of the ultrasound (135). The invention also relates to the measuring device (101), a method, and a use.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/10 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Measuring instruments, sensors and analysers; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods; Mobile apps; application software for smart phones. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Abstract

A description is given of a device (100-1200) for microwave application for a liquid sample flowing through, wherein the device comprises: a hollow conductor (101), which is designed for guiding a microwave (103) inside, in particular in the longitudinal direction (105) of the hollow conductor (101); a sample guiding tube (107) with a plurality of windings (109_1, 109_2) within the hollow conductor, wherein at least one of the windings (109_1, 109_2) has at least one portion (111) along which its curvature changes, in particular by between 50% and 200%.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05B 6/80 - Apparatus for specific applications

Abstract

A cap closes a sample vessel for the microwave treatment of samples. The cap contains a closure body for closing the sample vessel. The closure body is fitted to the sample vessel and closes the sample vessel at a sealing surface. A spring-loaded pressure relief valve and a vent duct are provided. The vent duct, the pressure relief valve and the closure body are configured in such a manner that the vent duct connects the closure body via the pressure relief valve to the surrounding area such that when a defined first pressure level is exceeded at the closure body excess pressure can escape through the vent duct into the area surrounding the cap. A reservoir is provided. The reservoir and the vent duct are configured such that condensate precipitating in the vent duct accumulates in the reservoir when the cap is in the state fitted to the sample vessel.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 16/00 - Control of fluid pressure
• B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers
• B01J 3/04 - Pressure vessels, e.g. autoclaves
• B01J 19/12 - Processes employing the direct application of electric or wave energy, or particle radiationApparatus therefor employing electromagnetic waves

Abstract

An apparatus (100-1400) is provided for storing one or more measuring probes (419) for a scanning probe microscope, the apparatus comprising: delimiting surfaces (413, 411, 415, 417) for each of the one or more measuring probes (419), said delimiting surfaces each delimiting a receptacle space (109, 409), more particularly a tunnel-shaped receptacle space, with a receptacle space longitudinal direction (421), a measuring probe (419) being receivable in said receptacle space in such a way that a measuring probe longitudinal direction (553) is, at least locally, aligned parallel to the receptacle space longitudinal direction (421), wherein the delimiting surfaces (413, 411, 415, 417) are embodied to: allow a displacement of the measuring probe (419) in the forward and/or backward direction along the measuring probe longitudinal direction (553), at least locally parallel to the receptacle space longitudinal direction (421), and prevent a displacement transverse to the receptacle space longitudinal direction (421).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 70/02 - Probe holders

Abstract

A method for determining the viscosity of materials uses a rotation viscosimeter having a measuring shaft connected through a coupling element to a drive and a measuring element on a shaft end applied to a sample. An angle measuring unit measures an angle deflection between drive and shaft. The measuring element is immersed in a measuring container containing the sample. The rotational speed of the shaft increases from a first measuring point at an initial speed in steps to further measuring points and the angle deflection between the drive and the shaft is determined in the measuring points. An estimation function is determined for the rotational speed and the angle deflection for the sample using measured values in the measuring points. An optimum rotational speed is determined based on the estimation function of a previously defined optimum angle deflection and the viscosity measurement of the sample is carried out.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane

Abstract

The invention relates to a rotational viscometer (10) for measuring the viscosity of substances, comprising - a measuring shaft (1) and a hollow shaft (2) which is driven by a drive (4), said measuring shaft (1) being arranged within the hollow shaft (2), - a measuring body (3) which is arranged at one end of the measuring shaft (1) and can be supplied with a sample, - a coupling element, in particular an elastic coupling element, said hollow shaft (2) being connected to the measuring shaft (1) via the coupling element, and - an angle measuring unit (8) which is designed and arranged relative to the measuring shaft (1) such that the angular difference and/or the rotational phase difference between the hollow shaft (2) and the measuring shaft (1) can be measured during a measuring operation. The invention is characterized in that the hollow shaft (2) and the measuring shaft (1) end opposite the measuring body (3) protrude into a housing (5), and the coupling element is arranged in the housing (5), and - the housing (5) and the coupling element are connected to the measuring shaft (1), to the hollow shaft (2), and/or optionally to or in the viscometer housing such that the housing (5) together with the coupling element arranged in the housing (5) can be removed from the rotational viscometer (10) and/or the measuring shaft (1) and/or the hollow shaft (2), in particular in a pluggable manner.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane

Abstract

A rheometer has rotary rheometer and a linear DM(T)A analysis unit. A measuring shaft of the rotary rheometer carries a measuring part that faces a measuring part carried on an adjusting rod of the linear analysis unit. The sample under test is placed in a measuring gap between the measuring parts. The DM(T)A analysis unit has a linear motor, in particular magnetically operated, with a stator and a slider, and a magnetically-operated gravitational compensation unit, by way of which it is possible to compensate for the weight force of the adjusting rod, the measuring part on the adjusting rod, the slider, and any optional the components fastened to the slider.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• F16C 29/00 - Bearings for parts moving only linearly
• F16C 29/02 - Sliding-contact bearings
• F16C 32/04 - Bearings not otherwise provided for using magnetic or electric supporting means
• G01N 3/32 - Investigating strength properties of solid materials by application of mechanical stress by applying repeated or pulsating forces
• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties

Abstract

A rheometer includes a measuring shaft unit being rotatably mounted in a stationary support unit and having a measuring shaft carrying a measuring part. Transmitting units having optical transmitters are disposed on the support unit and receiving units having optical receivers are disposed on the measuring shaft unit for data transmission therebetween. A measuring sensor disposed on the measuring shaft detects at least one parameter. The transmitting and receiving units are disposed between the measuring shaft unit and the support unit and are associated with one another for exchanging data. The optical transmitters on the support unit transmit data and energy to the optical receivers on the measuring shaft unit. The transmitting units feed or transmit to the optical receivers at least energy required by the optical transmitters on the measuring shaft unit and the measuring sensor to output or transmit data to the optical receivers.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01N 11/10 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material
• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring and analysis apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Components, parts, spare parts and accessories for the aforesaid goods; Software and hardware.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring and analysis apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Components, parts, spare parts and accessories for the aforesaid goods.

Abstract

The invention relates to an X-ray device (100, 400) for examining an elongate specimen (103, 403), in particular by means of small-angle scattering by fibres, having: an X-ray source (101, 401) for emitting an in particular monochromatic X-ray (102, 402); a specimen holder receptacle (107, 407) for retaining a specimen holder (110, 410) holding a specimen such that the specimen is irradiated by the X-ray (102, 402) transversely to the longitudinal direction (113, 413) of the specimen; and a detector (104, 404) which is designed and arranged to detect X-rays (111a, 111b, 411a, 411b) scattered or refracted at opposing angles by the specimen.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 23/201 - Measuring small-angle scattering, e.g. small angle X-ray scattering [SAXS]

Abstract

The invention relates to a handling device (50) for handling a measuring probe (12) of a scanning probe microscope (81). The measuring probe (12) has a probe body (51) and a probe tip (85) which is coupled to the probe body (51) by means of a cantilever (52), and the handling device (50) has a receiving device (53) for receiving the measuring probe (12) on a receiving surface (54); a guide structure (55) in which the measuring probe (12) can be guided and in the process the probe body (51) is bordered at least over a part of the probe body circumference and the cantilever (52) and the probe tip (85) are supported in a contact-free manner; and a transport device (56) for transporting the measuring probe (12) from the receiving surface (54) to a target surface (57) along the guide structure (55).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 70/02 - Probe holders

Abstract

The invention relates to a positioning device (60) for positioning a functional body (62), in particular for a scanning probe microscope (1), wherein the positioning device (60) has a main body (64) with a guide surface (66), a transfer body (68) which can be brought into combined rotational and translational movement relative to the main body (64) by means of a drive force and has a running surface (70) and a transfer surface (72), and has a coupling body (74) which is operatively coupled to the transfer body (68) at the transfer surface (72) and which can be operatively coupled to the functional body (62) in order to deflect the translational movement of the transfer body (68) on to the functional body (62) and as a result to position the functional body (62), wherein the guide surface (66) of the main body (64) and the running surface (70) of the transfer body (68) are arranged in operative connection with one another such that the transfer body (68) can be guided during its combined rotational and translational movement by means of the main body (64).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 20/02 - Monitoring the movement or position of the probe by optical means
• B23Q 1/48 - Movable or adjustable work or tool supports using particular mechanisms with sliding pairs and rotating pairs

Abstract

A capacitive distance-measuring device (50) for measuring an item of distance information of a probe body (7), in particular for a scanning probe microscope (1), wherein the distance-measuring device (50) comprises two at least partly electrically conductive, rigid capacitor bodies (54, 56) that are immovable in their relative position with respect to one another, an electrically conductive and at least partly deformable capacitor body (58), which is arranged in a deformable manner between the rigid capacitor bodies (54, 56) and configured to be deformed during movement of the probe body (7), a detection device (60) for detecting electrical signals at at least one of the capacitor bodies (54, 56, 58), and an identification device (62) for identifying an item of information indicative of the distance information of the probe body (7) based on the detected electrical signals.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 20/04 - Self-detecting probes, i.e. wherein the probe itself generates a signal representative of its position, e.g. piezoelectric gauge
• G01D 5/241 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage by varying capacitance by relative movement of capacitor electrodes

Abstract

A scanning probe microscope, in particular an atomic force microscope, for analyzing a sample by moving a probe and the sample relative to one another, wherein the scanning probe microscope includes a detection unit with a side view camera arranged and configured for detecting an image of the sample in a substantially horizontal side view, and a determining unit for determining information indicative of a profile of at least part of a surface of the sample based on the detected image.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 20/02 - Monitoring the movement or position of the probe by optical means
• G01Q 30/02 - Non-SPM analysing devices, e.g. SEM [Scanning Electron Microscope], spectrometer or optical microscope
• G01Q 10/06 - Circuits or algorithms therefor
• G01Q 30/04 - Display or data processing devices
• G01Q 60/38 - Probes, their manufacture or their related instrumentation, e.g. holders

Goods & Services

(1) Scientific instruments, namely, alcohol meters; beverage meters for measuring and analyzing the sugar, CO2, alcohol, and extract content of beverages; CO2 meters; density meters; concentration meters; dynamic mechanical thermal analysis (DMTA) instruments; high-pressure digestion systems comprised of vessels for the heating and mineralization of samples, namely ovens and reactors for industrial and laboratory use; microwave digestion systems, namely, microwave ovens and reactors for laboratory use, including for performing, drying, evaporation, extraction, UV digestion, and oxygen combustion; microwave synthesis systems, namely microwave ovens and reactors for industrial and laboratory use; oxygen meters for measurement of dissolved oxygen in fluid media including beverages in process lines and beverage containers and headspace gases in containers, oxygen sensors for monitoring ambient conditions of samples and measurement instruments; polarimeters; refractometers; rheometers for investigating the deformation and flow behavior of liquid and solid samples; sugar analyzers for testing sugar concentration and content and identifying sugar types in the field of pharmaceutical formulations, food, beverage and agricultural products; analyzers for performing solid surface analysis and analyzing surface chemistry and properties of macroscopic solids namely scratch tester, hardness tester, indenter, GISAXS (Gracing Incident Angle X-ray Scattering), surface charge analyzer; digital thermometers for laboratory use, not for medical purposes, reference thermometers, infrared thermometers, laboratory thermometers for sample and environmental measurement in connection with measurement instruments; tribometers; turbidity meters; viscosimeters for measuring flow resistance; X-ray structure analyzers, small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) systems; X-ray diffraction (XRD) systems for determining the quality and molecular structure of crystalline material by diffracting x-rays through the sample and X-Ray diffraction systems for determining the molecular structure of surfaces, coatings and films using grazing-incidence small-angle scattering; CO2 sensors; density and sound velocity sensors; density sensors for measurement of density and concentration of gases, liquids, semi-solids and solids based on physical effects including oscillation frequency, sound velocity, specific gravity, refractometry and buoyancy; evaluation units for measuring the density and concentration of liquids and gases and sound velocity sensors, namely concentration meters and accompanying computer software, namely, computer operating software sold as a unit with instruments for use in scientific, laboratory and process applications; surface charge analyzer for measuring zeta potential; spectrometers; spectral analyzers and integrated optics, namely spectral cameras and spectrometers; nanomechanical and micromechanical testing instruments for indentation, lateral force, scratch, fatigue and wear testing of surfaces, coatings, membranes, thin films, biological materials and material interfaces; physical measurement, scientific and industrial testing equipment for determining the chemical and physical properties of crude oil and petroleum products, namely flash point testers, distillation units, test instruments for the oxidation stability, test instruments for cold flow properties namely cold filter plugging point testers and cloud pourpoint testers, test instruments for consistency and ductility namely penetrometers, grease workers, softening point testers, breaking point testers and ductility meters as well as gum content testers, Herschel emulsifiers and foam tester; physical measurement, scientific and industrial testing equipment for determining the chemical and physical properties of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, fragrances and flavors, namely flash point testers, distillation units, test instruments for the oxidation stability, softening point testers; particle analyzers to measure particle size, zeta potential, molecular mass, transmittance, and refractive index; laser diffraction measuring instruments; titrators for laboratory and scientific research purposes, namely for sample preparation for measurement instruments including particle size analyzer and spectrometer to characterize particles, ingredients and concentration in liquids and gases, and accessories thereto, namely, cooling evaporators, laboratory samplers, and laboratory titration cells; ph measuring instruments; instruments to determine the molecular weight of polymers, namely light scattering analyzers, rolling ball viscometers; automatic systems for sample preparation, dosing, blending, subsampling, sampling, filling, cleaning and transfer of liquids, solids and semisolids, heated and unheated sample filling and cleaning systems by means of pumps, syringes, compressed air or vacuum, automatic gripping, cutting and shaking systems, automatic systems for capping and decapping of sample containers, as well as a combination of the systems listed above using carousels, pipette holder, sample racks and accompanying computer software, namely, computer operating software sold as a unit with instruments for use in scientific laboratory operations (2) Raman-spectrometer and Raman-microscopes (3) Atomic force microscopes (4) Volumetric gas sorption analyzers; dynamic flow gas sorption analyzers; dynamic flow single-point analyzers; surface area and pore size analyzers; porosimeters; measurement apparatus and instruments for volumetric filling of liquids for laboratory use, namely, droppers for use in porosimeters; degassers for the purpose of sample preparation for surface area analysis; memory contact anglometers, namely an instrument for measuring angels; particle micrometers; gas flow controllers; multiple sample manifolds for use in surface area analyzers; material density meters, and powder samplers for laboratory use, quality and process control (5) Scientific measuring instruments for scientific use, and laboratory use, namely for processing material characterization of fluid, gaseous, semisolid, powdery and solid samples by measuring, evaluating and investigating physical properties of samples; electric power converters and their parts and fittings for monitoring, conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating and controlling the distribution and use of electricity; apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data, namely encoded integrated circuit identification cards and their inlays; recorded and downloadable media, namely digital computer downloads containing computer software and electronic data, digital and analog recording and storage media computer software and electronic data namely USB's, CD's and DVD's, non volatile memory cards and external HDD and SSDs; mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating devices; computer hardware, software and computer peripheral devices, namely displays, screens, digital cameras, keyboards, modems, mouse, printers, scanners, speakers, video recorders in particular for operation, control, calibration of measurement instruments, evaluation and display of measurement data and sample and user identification; diving suits, divers' masks, ear plugs for divers, nose clips for divers and swimmers, gloves for divers, breathing apparatus for underwater swimming; fire-extinguishing apparatus (6) Surgical, dental and veterinary instruments and medical instruments for general examination and medical implants; X-ray structure analyzers, small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) systems, all for medical purposes; X ray diffraction (XRD) systems, for medical purposes; spectrometers, for medical purposes; spectral analyzers and integrated optics, all for medical purposes; Raman-spectrometer and Raman-microscopes, all for medical purposes (7) Artificial limbs, eyes and teeth; artificial orthopaedic implants; suture materials (8) Nebulizer for sample preparation for measurement of physical properties with laboratory and scientific (1) Chemical research; technical research in the field of measuring instruments and measuring methods and development of special accessories for pharmaceuticals, food, beverage, cosmetics, petroleum and crude oil, and technology and computer software; material testing; engineering in the field of measuring instruments and technology, computer software engineering; physics research; calibration of scientific and laboratory measuring instruments, calibration of process sensors, providing of calibration standards and information on calibration of measurement equipment; industrial and laboratory quality control of manufacturing, processing and filling of pharmaceuticals, food, beverages, cosmetics, petroleum, crude oil, asphalt, concrete, powders, polymers, crystalline samples; providing research and development of special accessories for measurement instruments for industry and pharmaceuticals, food, beverages, cosmetics, petroleum and crude oil; industrial analysis and research services in the field of pharmaceutical, food, beverage, cosmetics, detergent, chemical and petroleum industry; design and development of measuring instruments; design and development of computer software and applications for control, regulation and monitoring of measuring instruments and process sensors and equipment; scientific and technological research and design in the field of material characterization of pharmaceutical products, food, beverages, cosmetics, petroleum and crude oil, powders and polymers (2) Scientific and technological services and research and design relating to automation and quality control in the field of pharmaceutical, food, beverage, cosmetic, petroleum and oil industry; industrial analysis and industrial research services in relation to physical measurement, material characterisation and process control; design and development of computer hardware and software

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods; Mobile apps; application software for smart phones; Computer programs [downloadable software]. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware; All of the aforesaid goods, in particular in connection with the determination of physical properties of fluid media. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; All of the aforesaid services, in particular in connection with the determination of physical properties of fluid media; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; All of the aforesaid services, in particular in connection with the determination of physical properties of fluid media.

Abstract

A dynamic light scattering apparatus includes a source configured for irradiating a sample with primary electromagnetic radiation, a detector configured for detecting secondary electromagnetic radiation generated by scattering the primary electromagnetic radiation at the sample, a refraction index determination unit including a movable optical element and configured to determine information indicative of a refraction index of the sample based on measurements of the secondary electromagnetic radiation for a plurality of different positions of the movable optical element, and a particle size determining unit configured to determine information indicative of particle size of particles in the sample by analyzing the detected secondary electromagnetic radiation and taking into account the refraction index determined by the refraction index determining unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 15/02 - Investigating particle size or size distribution
• G01N 21/51 - Scattering, i.e. diffuse reflection within a body or fluid inside a container, e.g. in an ampoule
• G01N 21/41 - RefractivityPhase-affecting properties, e.g. optical path length
• G01N 21/47 - Scattering, i.e. diffuse reflection
• G01N 15/00 - Investigating characteristics of particlesInvestigating permeability, pore-volume or surface-area of porous materials

Abstract

An arrangement for heating a sample by microwave radiation is provided. The arrangement includes a container having an inner space for accommodating the sample and having a bottom container wall, a wave guide arranged to guide a microwave having an electric field direction, a waveguide adapter being adapted to couple the microwave from the wave guide into the inner space of the container via the bottom container wall being oriented to be different from perpendicular to, in particular substantially parallel to, the electric field vector direction.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05B 6/70 - Feed lines
• H05B 6/78 - Arrangements for continuous movement of material
• H05B 6/72 - Radiators or antennas
• B01F 13/08 - Magnetic mixers
• H05B 6/80 - Apparatus for specific applications

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Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring and analysis apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring and analysis apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Laboratory equipment; Measuring and analysis apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

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Scientific instruments and apparatus, namely, spectrometers, spectral analyzers and integrated optics, microscopes, titrators, nebulizers for scientific or laboratory use, distillation apparatus for scientific or laboratory use, and instruments that measure particle size, zeta potential, molecular mass, transmittance, refractive index, laser diffraction, molecular weight, and/or pH; Material and surface testing instruments, namely, instruments for testing indentation, lateral force, scratch, fatigue, and/or wear of surfaces, coatings, membranes, thin films, biological materials, and material interfaces; Testing instruments for use in the petroleum industry, namely, emulsifiers, penetrometers, grease workers, and instruments for testing oxidation stability, cold flow properties, flash point, cold filter plugging point, cloud point, pour point, consistency, ductility, softening point, breaking point, ductility, foaming characteristics, and/or gum content; Testing equipment for use in the food industry, cosmetics industry, flavors and fragrances industry, and pharmaceutical industry, namely, penetrometers and instruments for testing flash point, oxidation stability, and/or softening point; Testing instruments for the physical characterization of solid and porous materials via gas sorption for physisorption and chemisorption, gas pycnometry for measuring skeletal densities of solids, bulk and tapped density testing, mercury porosimetry for macropore characterization, and vapor sorption and capillary flow porometry; and accompanying computer software, namely, computer operating software sold as a unit with each of the instruments listed above for use in scientific laboratory operations

Abstract

A scanning probe microscope analyses a sample by moving a probe and the sample relative to one another. The scanning probe microscope includes a detection unit for detecting an image of a gap between the sample and the probe in a substantially horizontal side view.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01Q 20/02 - Monitoring the movement or position of the probe by optical means
• G01Q 10/06 - Circuits or algorithms therefor
• G01Q 30/02 - Non-SPM analysing devices, e.g. SEM [Scanning Electron Microscope], spectrometer or optical microscope
• G01Q 10/00 - Scanning or positioning arrangements, i.e. arrangements for actively controlling the movement or position of the probe

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods; All of the aforesaid goods, especially in connection with determining rheological and physical properties of fluid media. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; All of the aforesaid services, especially in connection with determining rheological and physical properties of fluid media. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; All of the aforesaid services, especially in connection with determining rheological and physical properties of fluid media.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods, In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods; In particular all of the aforesaid goods relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid, In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media. Science and technology services; Research relating to technology; Research services; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for the control of measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus, and instruments and apparatus for industrial process monitoring and process control, all the aforesaid services in particular relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media; Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods; In particular all of the aforesaid goods relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid media.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods; All of the aforesaid goods, in particular in connection with the determination of physical properties of fluid media. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; All of the aforesaid services, in particular in connection with the determination of physical properties of fluid media. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; All of the aforesaid services, in particular in connection with the determination of physical properties of fluid media.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods; In particular all of the aforesaid goods relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid medi. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid medi. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; In particular all of the aforesaid services relating to measuring apparatus and sensors for determining the density of fluid medi.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Abstract

Method for checking the filling state of the sample receptacle space (2) of a rheometer or viscometer when measuring rheometric parameters of samples (3) in the sample receptacle space (2), wherein the sample receptacle space (2) is bounded by a lower measuring part (4) and an upper measuring part (5) which are possibly movable relative to one another, characterized - in that at least one image recording of at least one filling state of the sample receptacle space (2), which corresponds to a predefined desired state, is carried out before the parameters are measured, - in that at least one image recording of the actual state of the sample receptacle space is recorded by means of an optical image recording unit (6) before the start and/or over the course of the checking of the sample (3), and - in that the image recordings of the actual state and of the desired state are compared with one another and/or are related to one another and are evaluated.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; All of the aforesaid services being connected to the measurement of beverages, specific measurement parameters, including density, essence, alcohol, sugar, diet concentration, Brix, carbon dioxide and oxygen.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware in connection with the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Computer hardware and computer software. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Hardware and software for the aforesaid goods. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling, measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus, and instruments and apparatus for industrial process monitoring and process control.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensors; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware; All the aforesaid goods, in particular in connection with determining rheological and physical properties of samples, in particular rheometers. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid; All the aforesaid services, in particular in connection with determining rheological and physical properties of samples, in particular rheometers. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software for controlling measuring, regulating and analysis apparatus and apparatus and instruments for monitoring and controlling industrial processes; All the aforesaid goods and services, in particular in connection with determining rheological and physical properties of samples, in particular rheometers.

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for the examination, in particular a ring shear examination, of powder samples (30) using a rheometer, which has a first measuring part (1) accommodating the powder to be examined and another measuring part (2) arranged above the first measuring part (1), which measuring parts (1, 2) are rotatable relative to one another using at least one rotary motor (M) and delimit between themselves an accommodation space for the sample (30) to be examined. According to the invention, a predetermined, preferably constant force, normal to the plane of the rotation of the measuring parts, is applied to the powder located between the measuring parts during the measurement, and the torque is applied to the first measuring part (1) and/or to the other measuring part (2) without exerting a force, in addition to the predetermined force, on the sample (30) in this direction.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane

Abstract

A method and a measuring device determine the density of liquids. The measuring device has a flexural resonator, at least one sensor for at least one environmental parameter that influences a measurement to be performed and a condition monitoring unit. The measured values from the respective sensor are fed to the condition monitoring unit. The condition monitoring unit has a memory unit with stored forecasts for environmental parameters to be expected in the course of the measurement, and that, by using the condition monitoring unit, on the basis of the stored forecasts and the initial measured values selected for the measurement, it is determined whether the planned measurement can be carried out under the selected trial conditions without any impairment or with a permissible impairment by the forecast changes in the environmental parameters.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 9/00 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity

Abstract

A rotary rheometer has two measurement parts which delimit a measurement gap and can be moved relative to one another in a predetermined movement direction by an adjustment device. At least one switching unit is provided, which responds to changes in a force flow in a force circuit of the rotary rheometer delimited by the measurement parts and has switching contacts for the activation of an adjustment device, which stops the adjustment device when a predetermined limit force value is exceeded for the force flow in the positive or negative direction, optionally without relative movement of the measurement parts, or with the measurement parts remaining in the same position.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01L 1/26 - Auxiliary measures taken, or devices used, in connection with the measurement of force, e.g. for preventing influence of transverse components of force, for preventing overload

Goods & Services

Computer software for controlling and operating solid surface area analyzers, and initializing measurements, creating and printing reports, and management of data, all related to solid surface area analyzers

Goods & Services

Analysis temperature controller for gas sorption analyzer

Goods & Services

Pycnometer

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; the installation of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Abstract

The invention relates to a conditioning device (20) for conditioning a sample container (1) designed to accommodate a sample (2) for a sample measuring device (50), wherein the conditioning device (20) has a thermal coupling body (6) that can be thermally conductively coupled to the sample container (1) in order to promote a thermal energy exchange between the sample container (1) and an environment, and has a supply device (22) that is designed to supply a conditioning fluid in such a way that a first portion of the conditioning fluid can be supplied to the sample container (1) to suppress a steam build-up in the sample container (1), and a second portion of the conditioning fluid can be supplied to the thermal coupling body (6) to promote a thermal energy exchange between the thermal coupling body (6) and the environment.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/03 - Cuvette constructions
• G01N 21/51 - Scattering, i.e. diffuse reflection within a body or fluid inside a container, e.g. in an ampoule
• G01N 21/15 - Preventing contamination of the components of the optical system or obstruction of the light path

Abstract

A rotational rheometer for measuring powdery or granular materials has a measuring container for receiving the product to be measured and a cover for the measuring container. A measuring body is held by a measuring shaft. The measuring body and the container are rotatable relative to one another. The measuring shaft is guided through the cover with low friction, or without contact altogether. An evaluation unit is arranged outside the measurement container to evaluate the measured values received by the measuring shaft. To seal the bearing gap or the passage of the measuring shaft in or through the cover in the measuring container, both a fluid seal with a sealing fluid inlet and at least a geometric seal cooperating with the fluid seal are provided as a powder barrier.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 11/14 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties by moving a body within the material by using rotary bodies, e.g. vane
• G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticityAnalysing materials by determining flow properties

Abstract

The invention relates to a playing arena (100) for training with a flying object (102). The playing arena (100) has a playing field (104), a playing field border (106) which at least partly borders the playing field (104), a flying object supply device (108) for supplying the flying object (102) to the playing field (104), and a flying object return device (110) for returning the flying object (102) to the flying object supply device (108) after the flying object (102), which is supplied to a user (112) by means of the flying object supply device (108), has been transported to the playing field border (106) by the user (112). The playing field border (106) is designed to prevent a rebound of the flying object (102) into the playing field (104) after the flying object (102) has been transported to the playing field border (106) by the user (112).

IPC Classes  ?

• A63B 24/00 - Electric or electronic controls for exercising apparatus of groups
• A63B 71/06 - Indicating or scoring devices for games or players
• A63B 69/40 - Stationarily-arranged devices for projecting balls
• A63B 47/02 - Devices for handling or treating balls for picking-up
• A63B 71/02 - Games or sports accessories not covered in groups for large-room or outdoor sporting games
• A63B 69/00 - Training appliances or apparatus for special sports
• A63B 63/00 - Targets or goals for ball games
• A63B 63/06 - Revolving targets

Goods & Services

Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; the installation of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Goods & Services

Measuring apparatus and instruments; Scientific apparatus and instruments; Sensor; Laboratory apparatus and instruments; Measuring, regulating and testing apparatus; Display and checking (supervision) apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for industrial process monitoring and control; Parts and fittings for the above goods; Software and hardware. Installation, construction and repair of scientific and measuring apparatus and instruments; Installation of scientific measuring apparatus and instruments; Information and consultancy relating to all the aforesaid. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.

Abstract

A dynamic light scattering apparatus (10) comprises a source (1) for irradiating a sample (5) with primary electromagnetic radiation (2), a detector (7) for detecting secondary electromagnetic radiation (6) generated by scattering the primary electromagnetic radiation (2) at the sample (5), a refraction index determination unit (20) comprising a movable optical element (4) and configured to determine information indicative of a refraction index of the sample (5) based on measurements of the secondary electromagnetic radiation for a plurality of different positions of the movable optical element, and a particle size determining unit (22) configured to determine information indicative of particle size of particles in the sample (5) by analyzing the detected secondary electromagnetic radiation (6) and taking into account the refraction index determined by the refraction index determination unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/51 - Scattering, i.e. diffuse reflection within a body or fluid inside a container, e.g. in an ampoule
• G01N 15/02 - Investigating particle size or size distribution
• G01N 21/41 - RefractivityPhase-affecting properties, e.g. optical path length
• G01N 21/47 - Scattering, i.e. diffuse reflection

Abstract

A method and a measuring device measure the density of fluid media with a sensor having a density measuring device. A frequency oscillator with mass balance is used as the density sensor and all components related to the frequency oscillator with mass balance for the oscillation behavior, oscillation excitation and oscillation evaluation, as well as the frequency oscillator with mass balance directly associated with the measuring and sensor electronics, are enclosed in a housing or cartridge. These components are used with the frequency oscillator with mass balance in the cartridge, and/or the frequency oscillator with mass balance together with the cartridge is adjusted or calibrated using measurement standards and adapted as necessary to the specific application. The cartridge with the frequency oscillator with mass balance is releasably or replaceably connected with the measuring device or its base body before the beginning of the measuring operation to investigate the media.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 9/00 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity
• G01D 11/24 - Housings

Abstract

A method for determining a density of a fluid medium with a flexural oscillator whose oscillator tube is filled with the measurement fluid. Accordingly, reference is made to a period of oscillation of a free and damped oscillating flexural resonator for density determination. For this purpose, the excitation of the excitation amplifier is interrupted alternately by a switch and then switched back into the oscillating circuit. The period of the damped oscillation, together with the amplitude and/or phase, is used for the output of a viscosity-corrected density.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 9/00 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity