An embodiment provides a method for deriving an amount of polyfluoroalkyl substances and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from a total organic fluoride measurement in a sample, including: removing inorganic fluoride from the sample, and preconcentrating, using an extraction, the PFAS on an extraction device, wherein the inorganic fluoride passes through the extraction device; digesting, using a working electrode, a counter electrode, and at least two secondary electrodes between the working electrode and the counter electrode, the amount of PFAS to an amount of total organic fluoride; and determining, using an analyzer, the amount of total organic fluoride in the sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for deriving an amount of polyfluoroalkyl substances and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from a total organic fluoride measurement in a sample, including: removing inorganic fluoride from the sample, and preconcentrating, using an extraction, the PFAS on an extraction device, wherein the inorganic fluoride passes through the extraction device; digesting, using a working electrode, a counter electrode, and at least two secondary electrodes between the working electrode and the counter electrode, the amount of PFAS to an amount of total organic fluoride; and determining, using an analyzer, the amount of total organic fluoride in the sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for moving precise volumes of fluid using a linear peristaltic pump, including: operating the pump for a first portion of a pump cycle, wherein the operating the first portion dispenses a first reagent, wherein the pump comprises a motor and a cam; pausing the pump for a period of time; and operating the pump for a second portion of the pump cycle, wherein the operating the second portion dispenses a second reagent. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for moving precise volumes of fluid using a linear peristaltic pump, including: operating the pump for a first portion of a pump cycle. wherein the operating the first portion dispenses a first reagent, wherein the pump comprises a motor and a cam; pausing the pump for a period of time; and operating the pump for a second portion of the pump cycle, wherein the operating the second portion dispenses a second reagent. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring a halide in a sample, including: adjusting the pH of the sample with an amount of p-Toluenesolfonic acid (p-TSA); introducing silver 2, 4, 6-Tripyridyl-s-triazine (silver TPTZ) and an amount of iron (II) to the sample to make a reaction solution, wherein the sample comprises an amount of a halide; and measuring, using a color method, the amount of the halide in the sample by measuring an intensity of the absorbance of the reaction solution. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
An embodiment provides a method, for measuring a reagent and a parameter of an aqueous sample, including: introducing an aqueous sample and reagents into a measurement device comprising at least one light source, at least one wavelength, control device, at least one detector, and a measurement cell; measuring, using the at least one detector, a first value of absorbance at a first wavelength correlated to a regent concentration; measuring, using the at least one detector, a second value of absorbance at a second wavelength correlated to a parameter concentration; and correcting the second value of absorbance based upon the first value of absorbance. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/25 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
G01N 21/27 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en utilisant la détection photo-électrique
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/31 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p. ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique
7.
METHOD AND DEVICE FOR HALIDE MEASUREMENT WITH SILVER, 2,4,6-TRIPYRIDYL-S-TRIAZINE
An embodiment provides a method, for measuring a halide in a sample, including: adjusting the pH of the sample with an amount of p-Toluenesolfonic acid (p-TSA); introducing silver 2, 4, 6-Tripyridyl-s-tria'zine (silver TPTZ) and an amount of iron (II) to the sample to make a reaction solution, wherein the sample comprises an amount of a halide; and measuring, using a color method, the amount of the halide in the sample by measuring an intensity of the absorbance of the reaction solutio. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
8.
PROCESS, SYSTEM, AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM FOR DETERMINING OPTIMAL COAGULANT DOSAGE
A method, system, and computer readable storage medium for determining an optimal amount of coagulant to be added to water for coagulation treatment. The method includes predicting a water quality index that would be achieved for a corresponding nominal coagulant dose by evaluating at least one coagulation-related incoming water parameter of water that has not been treated with coagulant, with a first mathematical model constructed from historical data including (i) previously administered coagulant dosages; and (ii) previously determined values of the water quality index of the water. The method also includes determining whether the predicted water quality index is within a target range. If the predicted quality index is not within the target range, then the coagulant dosage can be adjusted, and the adjusted dosage can be evaluated to predict the water quality index that would be achieved if the adjusted coagulant dosage is administered to the water.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Scientific instruments, namely, electronic analyzers for
testing and analyzing chemical and biological substances for
the presence, absence, or quantity of contaminants.
An embodiment a method for measuring an amount of manganese in an aqueous sample, including: reducing, using a dechlorination reagent, wherein the dechlorination reagent comprises iron(II) and potassium iodide; oxidizing, under an alkaline condition using sodium hydroxide, Mn(II) to Mn(IV) in the aqueous sample, and chelating, using etidronic acid (HEDP), Fe(II) and Fe(III) in the aqueous sample, oxidizing an amount of 3,3′,5,5′-tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) with Mn(IV); and measuring, using a colorimetric indicator, the amount of manganese within the aqueous sample, by measuring an absorbance intensity at a wavelength of the oxidized amount of 3,3′,5,5′-tetramethylbenzidine (TMB). Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 33/52 - Utilisation de composés ou de compositions pour des recherches colorimétriques, spectrophotométriques ou fluorométriques, p. ex. utilisation de bandes de papier indicateur
G01J 3/02 - SpectrométrieSpectrophotométrieMonochromateursMesure de la couleur Parties constitutives
G01J 3/46 - Mesure de couleurDispositifs de mesure de couleur, p. ex. colorimètres
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Scientific instruments, namely, electronic analyzers for testing and analyzing chemical and biological substances for the presence, absence, or quantity of contaminants
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an analyte component of an aqueous sample, including: introducing an indicator solution to the aqueous sample, wherein the indicator solution comprises a plurality of micelles, wherein an indicator is within the micelles and the plurality of micelles is assembled from a cationic surfactant to form an indicator solution, wherein the indicator comprises a double silicon-oxygen-carbon bridge, wherein the assembly occurs in the presence of an amount of alcohol; and measuring an analyte component concentration of the aqueous sample, wherein the measuring comprises measuring a change in fluorescence in the aqueous sample, wherein the change in fluorescence is responsive to the analyte component interacting with the indicator. Other aspects are described and claimed.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
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41 - Éducation, divertissements, activités sportives et culturelles
Produits et services
Electronic analytical apparatus for chemical analysis of
liquids. On-line retail store services featuring electronic
analytical apparatuses for chemical analysis and related
e-support services, namely, online customer service
management in the field of electronic analytical apparatuses
for chemical analysis. Educational services for others, namely, training courses
regarding the use of electronic analytical apparatuses for
chemical analysis.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring ozone in a sample, including: introducing at least one alkene to a sample, wherein the alkene in the presence of an amount of ozone produces a carbonyl solution; adding 3-methyl-2-benzothiazolinonehydrazone hydrochloride (MBTH) to the carbonyl solution, and thereafter adding an oxidant to produce at least one imine and oxidized MBTH; producing a conjugated indicator from a reaction of the at least one imine and the oxidized MBTH; and measuring, using a colorimetric technique, an amount of ozone. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/31 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p. ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique
An embodiment provides a method, for measuring ozone in a sample, including: introducing at least one alkene to a sample, wherein the alkene in the presence of an amount of ozone produces a carbonyl solution; adding 3-methyl-2- benzothiazolinonehydrazone hydrochloride (MBTH) to the carbonyl solution, and thereafter adding an oxidant to produce at least one imine and oxidized MBTH; producing a conjugated indicator from a reaction of the at least one imine and the oxidized MBTH; and measuring, using a colorimetric technique, an amount of ozone. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 33/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par des méthodes spécifiques non couvertes par les groupes
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
Produits et services
Chemicals and chemical compositions for laboratory and field
analysis of water quality; chemicals, chemical compositions,
and chemical reagents for non-medical purposes for use in
the analyses of fluids; chemical reagents, namely, reagent
strip chemical test paper for determining chemical
constituents and parameters of pool and spa water; chemical
reagents for non-medical purposes, namely, acid solutions
for adding to a liquid sample containing fluoride for use in
the calibration of distillation apparatus; test kits
comprised of chemical reagents for non-medical purposes for
use for testing and analyzing water and other aqueous
solutions; ampules of premixed, precalibrated, standard
non-medical chemical reagents for analytical laboratory use;
chemical reagents in vacuum vials for non-medical use in
chemical analysis of fluids, such as water or solvents;
reagent strip chemical test paper for testing of various
analyses in, and chemical parameters of, soils; chemical
reagents for use in analytical determination of water
hardness; chemical reagents for use in non-medical
analytical determination of amount of aluminum, barium,
boron, cadmium, chromates, cyanide, hydrazine, iron, lead,
lignin, molybdenum, nitrates, nitrites, phosphates, sulfur,
tannin, and zinc present in a liquid sample; reagent strip
chemical test paper for testing of coolant; chemical
analysis test kits for laboratory use in the testing the
quality of water, sterilants, and disinfectants used in
renal dialysis; environmental quality control fluid samples
for calculating standards used for standardizing turbidity
instruments used in testing and verifying the quality of
water. Apparatus for laboratory and commercial use intended
primarily for testing and analyzing the quality of water and
other aqueous solutions, namely, automatic liquid analyzers,
turbidimeters, colorimeters, titrators, and labware in the
nature of balances for weighing liquids, glassware for
testing liquids in a laboratory, and electrodes; apparatus
for laboratory and commercial use intended primarily for
testing and analyzing the quality of water and other aqueous
solutions, namely, automatic titrators and samplers for
collecting and analyzing samples of water and other aqueous
solutions; sensors and probes for the measurement of pH,
oxidation-reduction potential, conductivity, turbidity,
dissolved oxygen, ozone, residual chlorine, liquid level,
fluid flow, fluid color, and associated analytical
parameters, the analyzers used therewith, and electrical
controllers for controlling the above-mentioned parameters,
all used in connection with drinking water and waste water
treatment and the control of industrial liquid processes;
liquid flow measuring instruments, namely, ultrasonic and
electronic meters for measuring liquid flow; lift station
flowmeter for measuring liquid flow; electrical flowmeter
for measuring liquid fluid flow; laboratory apparatuses,
namely, flasks, electrodes, and non-medical ultrasound
probes; pipettes for laboratory use in collecting and
dispensing a liquid sample; measuring cup featuring a color
scale on one side wall; measuring and analytical apparatus,
detectors, monitors and instruments in the nature of liquid
analyzers for field measurement of substances in fluids;
measuring instruments in the nature of liquid analyzers for
measuring dissolved gas in water, namely, oxygen meters, and
ammonia meters; liquid analyzers for measuring dissolved
solids in water, namely, nitrate meters, phosphate meters,
and meters for plant-nutritive salts; electric sensors and
oxygen regulators for chemical and biological process
control; transmitters of electric and/or electronic signals;
measuring and scientific apparatus, namely, non-medical
meters for measuring temperature, ion measuring and
generating instrumentation in the nature of automatic
ion-exchange chromatography apparatus for laboratory use,
and liquid flow rate indicators and meters; indicating and
measuring devices for determining the chemical composition
of liquids, namely, liquid analyzers; scientific
instruments, namely, pH, pH/mV, and pH/ISE meters and
electrodes used therewith to determine the presence of ions
in liquid chemical analysis; scientific apparatus for use
with membrane filtration, namely, water filter controllers
and computer software for detecting and measuring water
quality; scientific instruments, namely, electronic
analyzers for measuring, testing and detecting contaminants
and environmental pollutants; scientific instruments for
analysis, namely, photometric monitoring, detection and
recording apparatus in the nature of photometers; digital
meters that measure the chemical constituents and parameters
of pool and spa water for pH, alkalinity, and free and total
chlorine levels by reading reagent strip chemical test
paper; hand-held analytical instruments, namely, a hand-held
liquid analyzer for measuring ph, temperature, conductivity,
dissolved oxygen and/or the presence of specific ions for
scientific research use; water analyzers and gas detectors
for detecting the presence of gas; turbidity measurement
instrumentation systems consisting of turbidity analyzers
and sensors for indicating and transmitting turbidity
readings in liquid media; electrical apparatus comprised of
sensors and power supplies for testing water quality;
electromechanical instrument in the nature of a liquid
analyzer that tests for the presence of free or total
chlorine, chlorite, sulfite, or chlorine dioxide and
quantifies the amount; electrical instruments in the nature
of liquid analyzers used primarily for laboratory and field
measurement, recordation, monitorization and data storage of
water quality parameters; electronic instrumentation in the
nature of liquid analyzers for monitoring basic water
quality parameters, namely, temperature, pH, conductivity,
salinity, dissolved oxygen, depth, water level, oxidation
reduction potential (ORP), turbidity, nutrients,
photosynthetically active radiation (PAR), metals and
organic materials; electronic warning systems comprised of
event detection instrumentation, namely, automatic liquid
analyzers, turbidimeters, probes for analyzing liquids,
thermometers and pressure sensors, diagnostic software for
analyzing water and other aqueous solutions, and sound
alarms; test kits comprised of portable analyzers, LCD
monitors, probes, and samplers for sampling, testing,
analyzing and monitoring the presence of contaminants to
ensure the safety of water and other aqueous solutions; test
kits comprising, spoon, bottle, color viewing tube, flask,
and, for use in analytical determination of amount of
nitrogen present in soil; test kits comprising, graduated
cylinders and eyedroppers for use in analytical
determination of amount of lead present in water;
biochemical oxidation measuring apparatus for testing
biochemical oxygen demand, namely, laboratory glassware in
the nature of incubation bottles, and temperature controller
for biochemical oxygen demand incubation; environmental
monitoring and recording units comprised of electric
sensors, computer hardware and hard disk drives, all for use
in water quality applications; on-line connected instrument
consisting of computer hardware for transmission and
recording of dissolved oxygen, pH, specific conductance,
redox, and pressure, for use in pollution studies of
industrial wastewaters; computers, computer peripherals and
computer programs in the field of computer-aided process
management for use in monitoring, analyzing and controlling
contamination in ultrapure water and pure chemical
applications in the semiconductor, nuclear power and
biotechnology industries; scientific instruments in the
nature of computer hardware and liquid analyzers used for
monitoring, analyzing and controlling contamination in
ultrapure water and pure chemical applications in the
semiconductor, nuclear power and biotechnology industries;
computer assisted process management systems and instruments
comprising microprocessor based process analytical computers
used for monitoring, analyzing and controlling contamination
in clean room, ultrapure water and pure chemical
applications in the semiconductor, nuclear power and
biotechnology industries; computer software for measuring
liquid flow; computer operating software for use in
connection with fluid flowmeters; computer software for
receiving data used to create reports and to manage
operations in the field of water information management;
computer software for use in programming, data collection,
data storage, data analysis and report generation of fluid
flow meters and wastewater sampler products; water analysis
software using a proprietary algorithm to identify
contamination occurrences and classify contaminants;
computer software used for analysis of pool and spa water;
computer software for use in programming, data collection,
data storage, data analysis and report generation of open
channel flow meters and wastewater sampler products;
computer software for maintenance management, namely,
scheduling, and tracking preventative maintenance, tasks and
emergency repairs in industrial plants.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring potassium in a sample, including: chelating an interferant, using an amount of sodium gluconate, in the sample; mitigating an ammonium interference, using an amount of alkali hydroxide, in the sample; and measuring, using a tetraphenylborate indicator, the amount of potassium in the sample by measuring a change in intensity of the absorbance of the chelated sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 21/82 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un précipité ou une turbidité
An embodiment provides a method for cleaning a sample cell of a turbidimeter, including: introducing an apparatus comprising a cleaning component into the sample cell, wherein upon introduction of the apparatus into the sample cell a secondary flow path out of the sample cell is opened; engaging a functionality of the apparatus to clean the sample cell; and removing a plurality of particles from the sample cell via the secondary flow path. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring potassium in a sample, including: chelating an interferant, using an amount of sodium gluconate, in the sample; mitigating an ammonium interference, using an amount of alkali hydroxide, in the sample; and measuring, using a tetraphenylborate indicator, the amount of potassium in the sample by measuring a change in intensity of the absorbance of the chelated sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/31 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p. ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique
A probe is described that is configured to measure a parameter of a liquid, such as water. The probe includes a probe head and a sensor probe that is detachably coupled to the probe head. The probe head and the sensor probe each include a radio frequency (RF) transceiver. The sensor probe measures the parameter of the liquid and transmits data relating to the measured parameter to the probe head by the RF transceivers. The probe can optionally include an inductive power coupling between the probe head and the sensor probe, and an interface between the probe head and sensor probe can be free of conductive connections.
A hydrogen sulfide test kit includes a first reactant powder that includes citric acid, a second reactant powder that includes sodium bicarbonate, and a test paper that changes color upon contact with hydrogen sulfide. The first and second reactant powders are physically separated from each other. A method of using the hydrogen sulfide test kit and a method for detecting hydrogen sulfide in an aqueous sample bot include allowing the citric acid and the sodium bicarbonate to react in the aqueous sample to form air bubbles that release any hydrogen sulfide in the aqueous sample into gas form; contacting the released hydrogen sulfide in gas form, if present, with the test paper; and detecting the presence of hydrogen sulfide in the aqueous sample based on the color of the test paper.
A hydrogen sulfide test kit includes a first reactant powder that includes citric acid, a second reactant powder that includes sodium bicarbonate, and a test paper that changes color upon contact with hydrogen sulfide. The first and second reactant powders are physically separated from each other. A method of using the hydrogen sulfide test kit and a method for detecting hydrogen sulfide in an aqueous sample bot include allowing the citric acid and the sodium bicarbonate to react in the aqueous sample to form air bubbles that release any hydrogen sulfide in the aqueous sample into gas form; contacting the released hydrogen sulfide in gas form, if present, with the test paper; and detecting the presence of hydrogen sulfide in the aqueous sample based on the color of the test paper.
G01N 1/02 - Dispositifs pour prélever des échantillons
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/75 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé
23.
POST CONCENTRATION TOTAL ORGANIC FLUORIDE MEASUREMENT
An embodiment provides a method, for measuring an amount of total organic fluoride content of a PFAS containing sample, including: placing, using a pump, a sample comprising a PFAS compound in a measurement device; introducing, using the pump, the sample into a combustion tube, the combustion tube comprising a catalyst; producing a combusted sample of a plurality of measurable simpler compounds by oxidizing the PFAS, using heat and the catalyst; adjusting, using a valve, a moisturization of the combusted sample; and measuring, using the measurement device, an amount of total organic fluoride of the sample after the oxidation. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 25/22 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par l'utilisation de moyens thermiques en recherchant la production de quantités de chaleur, c.-à-d. la calorimétrie, p. ex. en mesurant la chaleur spécifique, en mesurant la conductivité thermique sur l'oxydation par combustion ou par catalyse, p. ex. des constituants des mélanges gazeux
G01N 33/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par des méthodes spécifiques non couvertes par les groupes
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an amount of total organic fluoride content of a PFAS containing sample, including: placing a sample comprising a PFAS compound in a measurement device; introducing the sample into a combustion tube, the combustion tube comprising a catalyst; oxidizing the PFAS, using heat and the catalyst, to produce a combusted sample of a plurality of measurable simpler compounds; adjusting, using a valve, a moisturization of the combusted sample; and measuring, using the measurement device, an amount of total organic fluoride of the sample after the oxidation. Other aspects are described and claimed.
A method for controlling a hydrogen sulfide concentration of a wastewater stream, the method including measuring a hydrogen sulfide concentration in one phase of the wastewater stream. At least one additional parameter of the wastewater stream is measured, and a hydrogen sulfide concentration of the other phase of the wastewater stream is calculated with a mathematical model that characterizes the hydrogen sulfide concentration in the other phase based on a set of variables that includes the measured hydrogen sulfide concentration in the one phase and the measured at least one additional parameter. Based on the calculated hydrogen sulfide concentration of the other phase, a treatment dosage of a treatment agent that reduces the hydrogen sulfide concentration of the wastewater stream is determined and applied to the wastewater stream.
C02F 1/00 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout
C02F 1/68 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par addition de substances spécifiées, pour améliorer l'eau potable, p. ex. par addition d'oligo-éléments
A method for controlling a hydrogen sulfide concentration of a wastewater stream, the method including measuring a hydrogen sulfide concentration in one phase of the wastewater stream. At least one additional parameter of the wastewater stream is measured, and a hydrogen sulfide concentration of the other phase of the wastewater stream is calculated with a mathematical model that characterizes the hydrogen sulfide concentration in the other phase based on a set of variables that includes the measured hydrogen sulfide concentration in the one phase and the measured at least one additional parameter. Based on the calculated hydrogen sulfide concentration of the other phase, a treatment dosage of a treatment agent that reduces the hydrogen sulfide concentration of the wastewater stream is determined and applied to the wastewater stream.
C02F 1/68 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par addition de substances spécifiées, pour améliorer l'eau potable, p. ex. par addition d'oligo-éléments
C02F 1/74 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par oxydation au moyen de l'air
C02F 1/76 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par oxydation au moyen d'halogènes ou de composés halogénés
C02F 1/00 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout
An embodiment provides a method for stirring a sample in a cell, including: providing a cell comprising a sample chamber; placing an electrode on an inner surface of the sample chamber, placing a removable stir bar in the sample chamber, the removable stir bar directly contacting and touching the electrode; and wherein the stir bar can be operated to rotate within the sample chamber upon the electrode. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 27/42 - Mesure du dépôt ou de la libération de matériaux d'un électrolyteCoulométrie, c.-à-d. mesure de l'équivalent de Coulomb du matériau dans un électrolyte
G01N 1/38 - Dilution, dispersion ou mélange des échantillons
G01N 27/44 - Mesure du dépôt ou de la libération de matériaux d'un électrolyteCoulométrie, c.-à-d. mesure de l'équivalent de Coulomb du matériau dans un électrolyte utilisant l'électrolyse pour engendrer un réactif, p. ex. pour un dosage
An embodiment provides a method for deriving an amount of PFAS substances from a total organic fluoride measurement in a sample, including: removing inorganic fluoride from the sample using one or more of an ion exchange cartridge and an exclusion apparatus; preconcentrating, using a solid phase extraction, at least one PFAS substance in the sample; digesting, using a working electrode and a counter electrode, the at least one PFAS substance to an amount of total organic fluoride; and determining, using an analyzer, the amount of total organic fluoride in the sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
An embodiment provides a method for measuring ozone in a sample, including: introducing an indigo-based indicator to a sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of ozone and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence intensity of the solution; introducing an ammonium salt to the sample; and measuring the amount of ozone in the sample by measuring the change in intensity of the fluorescence.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
An embodiment provides a method for measuring ozone in a sample, including: introducing an indigo-based indicator to a sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of ozone and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence intensity of the solution; introducing an ammonium salt to the sample; and measuring the amount of ozone in the sample by measuring the change in intensity of the fluorescence.
A magnetic stir bar is described that includes a first portion with an outer perimeter that has a shape in plan view and a center point being a geometric center of the shape. The magnetic stir bar includes a second portion with a magnet that is connected to the first portion. The second portion is arranged so that at least part of the second portion is positioned within the outer perimeter of the first portion and so that a magnetic center point of the magnet in plan view is positioned off-center with respect to the center point of the outer perimeter. A method of mixing a fluid includes providing the fluid in a mixing container with the magnetic stir bar and rotating the magnetic stir bar with a magnetic stirrer.
A magnetic stir bar is described that includes a first portion with an outer perimeter that has a shape in plan view and a center point being a geometric center of the shape. The magnetic stir bar includes a second portion with a magnet that is connected to the first portion. The second portion is arranged so that at least part of the second portion is positioned within the outer perimeter of the first portion and so that a magnetic center point of the magnet in plan view is positioned off-center with respect to the center point of the outer perimeter. A method of mixing a fluid includes providing the fluid in a mixing container with the magnetic stir bar and rotating the magnetic stir bar with a magnetic stirrer.
A kit is described that can be used for measuring free chlorine in water. The kit includes a buffer with potassium maleate and an indicator. A method for measuring a concentration of free chlorine in a water system includes adding an indicator and a buffer with potassium maleate to a water sample collected from the water system, measuring a light absorbance of the water sample after the indicator and the buffer have been added to the water sample, and determining a concentration of the free chlorine in the water system based on the measured light absorbance.
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POTASSIUM MALEATE BUFFER FOR FREE CHLORINE ANALYSIS
A kit is described that can be used for measuring free chlorine in water. The kit includes a buffer with potassium maleate and an indicator. A method for measuring a concentration of free chlorine in a water system includes adding an indicator and a buffer with potassium maleate to a water sample collected from the water system, measuring a light absorbance of the water sample after the indicator and the buffer have been added to the water sample, and determining a concentration of the free chlorine in the water system based on the measured light absorbance.
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Stabilized n,n-diethyl-p-phenylenediamine solution and method for detecting chlorine
A reagent for chlorine analysis includes N,N-diethyl-p-phenylenediamine (DPD), an inorganic chloride salt at a concentration of 0.5 M or more, and water. Additionally, a method for detecting chlorine in an aqueous sample includes subjecting a test sample to photometry. The test sample includes the aqueous sample; and a DPD reagent that includes DPD, an inorganic chloride salt at a concentration of 0.5 M or more, and water. The reagent and detection method can be used with minimal or no strong acids.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
A reagent for chlorine analysis includes N,N-diethyl-p-phenylenediamine (DPD), an inorganic chloride salt at a concentration of 0.5 M or more, and water. Additionally, a method for detecting chlorine in an aqueous sample includes subjecting a test sample to photometry. The test sample includes the aqueous sample; and a DPD reagent that includes DPD, an inorganic chloride salt at a concentration of 0.5 M or more, and water. The reagent and detection method can be used with minimal or no strong acids.
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
An embodiment provides a method for selecting a color for a chemistry or instrument based upon a parameter of a test, the method including: identifying a color corresponding to a parameter of a test for the parameter; selecting, if the color corresponding to the parameter has not previously been used for another parameter, the color for designating a chemistry or an instrument as corresponding to the parameter; selecting, if the color corresponding to the parameter has previously been used for another parameter, a different color other than the color for designating a chemistry or an instrument as corresponding to the parameter, wherein the selecting a color other than the color comprises identifying a color having a measure of change in visual perception of the different color against other previously selected colors a predetermined value from the other previously selected colors; and utilizing the selected colors for parameters across both chemistries and instruments that are utilized in tests for the parameters.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an analyte component of an aqueous sample, including: introducing an indicator solution to the aqueous sample, wherein the indicator solution comprises a plurality of micelles, wherein an indicator is within the micelles and the plurality of micelles is assembled from a cationic surfactant to form an indicator solution, wherein the assembly occurs in the presence of an amount of alcohol; and measuring an analyte component concentration of the aqueous sample, wherein the measuring comprises measuring a change in fluorescence in the aqueous sample, wherein the change in fluorescence is responsive to the analyte component interacting with the indicator. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an analyte component of an aqueous sample, including: introducing an indicator solution to the aqueous sample, wherein the indicator solution comprises a plurality of micelles, wherein an indicator is within the micelles and the plurality of micelles is assembled from a cationic surfactant to form an indicator solution; and measuring an analyte component concentration of the aqueous sample, wherein the measuring comprises measuring a change in fluorescence in the aqueous sample, wherein the change in fluorescence is responsive to the analyte component interacting with the indicator. Other aspects are described and claimed.
B01L 7/00 - Appareils de chauffage ou de refroidissementDispositifs d'isolation thermique
B01D 15/08 - Adsorption sélective, p. ex. chromatographie
B01F 33/302 - Micromixeurs les matières à mélanger s'écoulant sous forme de gouttelettes
B01F 33/3033 - Micromixeurs utilisant la chaleur pour mélanger ou déplacer les fluides
B01L 3/00 - Récipients ou ustensiles pour laboratoires, p. ex. verrerie de laboratoireCompte-gouttes
B01L 9/00 - Dispositifs de supportDispositifs de serrage
B65G 47/80 - Tables tournantes portant les objets ou matériaux à transférer, p. ex. combinées avec des lames ou des raclettes
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B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnologie pour matériaux ou science des surfaces, p. ex. nanocomposites
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C12M 1/34 - Mesure ou test par des moyens de mesure ou de détection des conditions du milieu, p. ex. par des compteurs de colonies
C12M 3/06 - Appareillage pour la culture de tissus, de cellules humaines, animales ou végétales, ou de virus avec des moyens de filtration, d'ultrafiltration, d'osmose inverse ou de dialyse
C12Q 1/02 - Procédés de mesure ou de test faisant intervenir des enzymes, des acides nucléiques ou des micro-organismesCompositions à cet effetProcédés pour préparer ces compositions faisant intervenir des micro-organismes viables
C12Q 1/6806 - Préparation d’acides nucléiques pour analyse, p. ex. pour test de réaction en chaîne par polymérase [PCR]
C12Q 1/6848 - Réactions d’amplification d’acides nucléiques caracterisées par les moyens d’empêcher la contamination ou d’augmenter la spécificité ou la sensibilité d’une réaction d’amplification
C12Q 1/686 - Réaction en chaine par polymérase [PCR]
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G01N 33/52 - Utilisation de composés ou de compositions pour des recherches colorimétriques, spectrophotométriques ou fluorométriques, p. ex. utilisation de bandes de papier indicateur
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G01N 33/557 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet utilisant des mesures cinétiques, c.-à-d. mesure de l'évolution en fonction du temps de l'interaction antigène-anticorps
G01N 33/574 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour le cancer
G01N 33/58 - Analyse chimique de matériau biologique, p. ex. de sang ou d'urineTest par des méthodes faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiques par ligandsTest immunologique faisant intervenir des substances marquées
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A61K 8/49 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des composés organiques contenant des composés hétérocycliques
An embodiment provides a method, for measuring an analyte component of an aqueous sample, including: introducing an indicator solution to the aqueous sample, wherein the indicator solution comprises a plurality of micelles, wherein an indicator is within the micelles and the plurality of micelles is assembled from a cationic surfactant to form an indicator solution; and measuring an analyte component concentration of the aqueous sample, wherein the measuring comprises measuring a change in fluorescence in the aqueous sample, wherein the change in fluorescence is responsive to the analyte component interacting with the indicator. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
An embodiment provides a method, for measuring an analyte component of an aqueous sample, including: introducing an indicator solution to the aqueous sample, wherein the indicator solution comprises a plurality of micelles, wherein an indicator is within the micelles and the plurality of micelles is assembled from a cationic surfactant to form an indicator solution, wherein the assembly occurs in the presence of an amount of alcohol; and measuring an analyte component concentration of the aqueous sample. wherein the measuring comprises measuring a change in fluorescence in the aqueous sample, wherein the change in fluorescence is responsive to the analyte component interacting with the indicator. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
An embodiment provides a method, for measuring ozone in a sample, including: introducing an indigo-based indicator to a sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of ozone and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence of the solution; and measuring the amount of ozone in the sample by measuring the change in intensity of the fluorescence. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
An embodiment provides a method for measuring ozone in a sample, including: introducing an indigo-based indicator to a sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of ozone and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence of the solution; and measuring the amount of ozone in the sample by measuring the change in intensity of the fluorescence. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an amount of total organic fluoride content of a PFAS containing sample, including: placing a sample comprising a PFAS compound in a measurement device, wherein the measurement device comprises an oxidation cell and a non-oxidation cell, wherein the oxidation cell comprises a boron-doped diamond electrode; measuring, using the measurement device, an amount of total inorganic fluoride of the sample before an oxidation; applying an electrical potential to a portion of the sample in the oxidation cell, wherein the electrical potential oxidizes the PFAS compound; measuring, using the measurement device, an amount of total organic fluoride of the sample after the oxidation to provide a measurement signal of the total organic fluoride; and determining a first derivative of the measurement signal of the total organic fluoride. Other aspects are described and claimed.
A kit and powder composition are described that can be used to determine a concentration of orthophosphate in a water system. The kit includes a first powder composition including molybdate; and a second powder composition including ascorbic acid. A powder composition is also described that includes molybdate, pyrosulfate, and less than 1 wt.% ascorbic acid. A method for determining the concentration of orthophosphate in a water system using the kit includes adding the first and second powder compositions to a water sample collected from the water system, measuring an absorbance of the water sample after the first and second powder compositions have been added to the water sample, and determining the concentration of orthophosphate in the water system based on the measured absorbance.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
An embodiment provides a method for measuring zinc in an aqueous sample, including: adding an iron chelating agent to the aqueous sample; chelating an amount of iron in the aqueous sample with the iron chelating agent; and measuring the amount of zinc in the aqueous sample by measuring a change in intensity of the absorbance of the iron chelated aqueous sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/31 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p. ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique
A kit and powder composition are described that can be used to determine a concentration of orthophosphate in a water system. The kit includes a first powder composition including molybdate; and a second powder composition including ascorbic acid. A powder composition is also described that includes molybdate, pyrosulfate, and less than 1 wt. % ascorbic acid. A method for determining the concentration of orthophosphate in a water system using the kit includes adding the first and second powder compositions to a water sample collected from the water system, measuring an absorbance of the water sample after the first and second powder compositions have been added to the water sample, and determining the concentration of orthophosphate in the water system based on the measured absorbance.
B01L 3/00 - Récipients ou ustensiles pour laboratoires, p. ex. verrerie de laboratoireCompte-gouttes
B01F 33/302 - Micromixeurs les matières à mélanger s'écoulant sous forme de gouttelettes
B01F 33/3033 - Micromixeurs utilisant la chaleur pour mélanger ou déplacer les fluides
B01L 7/00 - Appareils de chauffage ou de refroidissementDispositifs d'isolation thermique
B33Y 80/00 - Produits obtenus par fabrication additive
C12M 1/00 - Appareillage pour l'enzymologie ou la microbiologie
C12M 1/34 - Mesure ou test par des moyens de mesure ou de détection des conditions du milieu, p. ex. par des compteurs de colonies
C12M 3/00 - Appareillage pour la culture de tissus, de cellules humaines, animales ou végétales, ou de virus
C12M 3/06 - Appareillage pour la culture de tissus, de cellules humaines, animales ou végétales, ou de virus avec des moyens de filtration, d'ultrafiltration, d'osmose inverse ou de dialyse
C12Q 1/6848 - Réactions d’amplification d’acides nucléiques caracterisées par les moyens d’empêcher la contamination ou d’augmenter la spécificité ou la sensibilité d’une réaction d’amplification
C12Q 1/686 - Réaction en chaine par polymérase [PCR]
C12Q 1/6874 - Méthodes de séquençage faisant intervenir des réseaux d’acides nucléiques, p. ex. séquençage par hybridation [SBH]
G01N 21/29 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en utilisant la détection visuelle
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
An embodiment provides a method for measuring zinc in an aqueous sample, including: adding an iron chelating agent to the aqueous sample; chelating an amount of iron in the aqueous sample with the iron chelating agent; and measuring the amount of zinc in the aqueous sample by measuring a change in intensity of the absorbance of the iron chelated aqueous sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
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DYNAMIC END-POINT TOTAL ORGANIC FLUORIDE MEASUREMENT
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an amount of total organic fluoride content of a PFAS containing sample, including: placing a sample comprising a PFAS compound in a measurement device, wherein the measurement device comprises an oxidation cell and a non-oxidation cell, wherein the oxidation cell comprises a boron-doped diamond electrode; measuring, using the measurement device, an amount of total inorganic fluoride of the sample before an oxidation; applying an electrical potential to a portion of the sample in the oxidation cell, wherein the electrical potential oxidizes the PFAS compound; measuring, using the measurement device, an amount of total organic fluoride of the sample after the oxidation to provide a measurement signal of the total organic fluoride; and determining a first derivative of the measurement signal of the total organic fluoride. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 27/28 - Composants de cellules électrolytiques
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
C02F 1/00 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout
G01N 27/30 - Électrodes, p. ex. électrodes pour testsDemi-cellules
G01N 27/333 - Électrodes ou membranes sélectives à l'égard des ions
An embodiment provides a method for stirring a sample in a cell, including: providing a cell comprising a sample chamber; placing a boron-doped diamond electrode on an inner surface of the sample chamber, placing a removable stir bar in the sample chamber, the removable stir bar directly contacting and touching the boron-doped diamond electrode; and wherein the stir bar can be operated to rotate within the sample chamber upon the boron-doped diamond electrode. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 1/38 - Dilution, dispersion ou mélange des échantillons
G01N 27/42 - Mesure du dépôt ou de la libération de matériaux d'un électrolyteCoulométrie, c.-à-d. mesure de l'équivalent de Coulomb du matériau dans un électrolyte
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ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL COMPRISING A BORON-DOPED ELECTRODE AND A STIRRER FOR THE SAMPLE CONTACTING THE ELECTRODE
Method and device for stirring a sample in a coulometric cell, including: providing a cell comprising a sample chamber; placing a boron-doped diamond electrode on an inner surface of the sample chamber, placing a removable stir bar in the sample chamber, the removable stir bar directly contacting and touching the boron-doped diamond electrode; and wherein the stir bar can be operated to rotate within the sample chamber upon the boron-doped diamond electrode.
G01N 27/42 - Mesure du dépôt ou de la libération de matériaux d'un électrolyteCoulométrie, c.-à-d. mesure de l'équivalent de Coulomb du matériau dans un électrolyte
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an analyte of a sample using a colorimeter, including: introducing the sample into a measurement chamber of the colorimeter, wherein the measurement chamber comprises an optical path from a light source to an optical sensor; identifying and waiting a sample settling period, wherein the sample settling period comprises a dynamic length of time, wherein the identifying comprises: measuring, using the optical sensor, a light throughput of the sample; and determining, based upon the measuring, the light throughput has reached a stable baseline; and obtaining a reference measurement of the sample when the stable baseline is reached. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/27 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en utilisant la détection photo-électrique
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
G01N 21/82 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un précipité ou une turbidité
G01N 21/25 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
G01N 15/00 - Recherche de caractéristiques de particulesRecherche de la perméabilité, du volume des pores ou de l'aire superficielle effective de matériaux poreux
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an analyte of a sample using a colorimeter, including: introducing the sample into a measurement chamber of the colorimeter, wherein the measurement chamber comprises an optical path from a light source to an optical sensor; identifying and waiting a sample settling period, wherein the sample settling period comprises a dynamic length of time, wherein the identifying comprises: measuring, using the optical sensor, a light throughput of the sample; and determining, based upon the measuring, the light throughput has reached a stable baseline; and obtaining a reference measurement of the sample when the stable baseline is reached. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/25 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
(1) Computer software for collecting, monitoring, analyzing, reporting and managing environmental data. (1) Software as a service (SaaS) provider for hosting software for use by others for collecting, monitoring, analyzing, reporting and managing environmental data; providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer software for collecting, monitoring, analyzing, reporting and managing environmental data; data management services, namely, integration of computer systems and networks for others and data warehousing for others in the management of environmental data.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring ozone in a sample, including: preparing a thiocarbamate-based indicator; introducing the thiocarbamate-based indicator to a sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of ozone and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence of the solution; and measuring the amount of ozone in the sample by measuring the change in intensity of the fluorescence. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring ozone in a sample, including: preparing a thiocarbamate-based indicator; introducing the thiocarbamate-based indicator to a sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of ozone and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence of the solution; and measuring the amount of ozone in the sample by measuring the change in intensity of the fluorescence. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
G01N 33/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux par des méthodes spécifiques non couvertes par les groupes
Method for measuring a component of an aqueous sample using square wave modulation, including: introducing the aqueous sample to a chamber of a square wave modulation apparatus; applying a stimulus voltage step to the aqueous sample, wherein the stimulus voltage comprises a staircase voltage, wherein each step of the staircase voltage defines a group, wherein the group comprises one or more square wave modulation cycles; adjusting a time acquisition window, wherein the time acquisition window is a portion of each of the half cycle of the stimulus voltage; measuring a resultant current output resulting from the stimulus voltage within the time acquisition windows; and averaging the resultant current output across at least one or more cycles of each group.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring a component of an aqueous sample using square wave modulation, including: introducing the aqueous sample to a chamber of a square wave modulation apparatus; applying a stimulus voltage step to the aqueous sample, wherein the stimulus voltage comprises a staircase voltage, wherein each step of the staircase voltage defines a group, wherein the group comprises one or more square wave modulation cycles; adjusting a time acquisition window, wherein the time acquisition window is a portion of each of the half cycle of the stimulus voltage; measuring a resultant current output resulting from the stimulus voltage within the time acquisition windows; and averaging the resultant current output across at least one or more cycles of each group. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 27/48 - Systèmes utilisant la polarographie, c.-à-d. la mesure des variations d'intensité sous une tension qui varie lentement
G01N 27/49 - Systèmes impliquant la détermination du courant à une valeur unique spécifique, ou dans une petite plage de valeurs, pour une tension appliquée afin de produire la mesure sélective d'une ou plusieurs espèces ioniques particulières
An embodiment provides a method for measuring a component of an aqueous sample using square wave voltammetry, including: introducing the aqueous sample to a chamber of a square wave voltammetry apparatus; applying a stimulus voltage step to the aqueous sample, wherein the stimulus voltage comprises a staircase voltage, wherein each step of the staircase voltage defines a group and comprises two or more repeated square wave modulations of equal voltage amplitude; measuring a resultant current output resulting from the stimulus voltage, wherein the measuring comprises square wave voltammetry; and averaging the resultant current output across at least two or more cycles of each group. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring a component of an aqueous sample using square wave voltammetry, including: introducing the aqueous sample to a chamber of a square wave voltammetry apparatus; applying a stimulus voltage step to the aqueous sample, wherein the stimulus voltage comprises a staircase voltage, wherein each step of the staircase voltage defines a group and comprises two or more repeated square wave modulations of equal voltage amplitude; measuring a resultant current output resulting from the stimulus voltage, wherein the measuring comprises square wave voltammetry; and averaging the resultant current output across at least two or more cycles of each group. Other aspects are described and claimed.
A probe is described that is configured to measure a parameter of a liquid, such as water. The probe includes a probe head and a sensor probe that is detachably coupled to the probe head. The probe head and the sensor probe each include a radio frequency (RF) transceiver. The sensor probe measures the parameter of the liquid and transmits data relating to the measured parameter to the probe head by the RF transceivers. The probe can optionally include an inductive power coupling between the probe head and the sensor probe, and an interface between the probe head and sensor probe can be free of conductive connections.
A probe is described that is configured to measure a parameter of a liquid, such as water. The probe includes a probe head and a sensor probe that is detachably coupled to the probe head. The probe head and the sensor probe each include a radio frequency (RF) transceiver. The sensor probe measures the parameter of the liquid and transmits data relating to the measured parameter to the probe head by the RF transceivers. The probe can optionally include an inductive power coupling between the probe head and the sensor probe, and an interface between the probe head and sensor probe can be free of conductive connections.
A probe is described that is configured to measure a parameter of a liquid, such as water. The probe includes a probe head and a sensor probe that is detachably coupled to the probe head. The probe head and the sensor probe each include a radio frequency (RF) transceiver. The sensor probe measures the parameter of the liquid and transmits data relating to the measured parameter to the probe head by the RF transceivers. The probe can optionally include an inductive power coupling between the probe head and the sensor probe, and an interface between the probe head and sensor probe can be free of conductive connections.
A method, system, and computer readable storage medium for determining an optimal amount of coagulant to be added to water for coagulation treatment. The method includes predicting a water quality index that would be achieved for a corresponding nominal coagulant dose by evaluating at least one coagulation-related incoming water parameter of water that has not been treated with coagulant, with a first mathematical model constructed from historical data including (i) previously administered coagulant dosages; and (ii) previously determined values of the water quality index of the water. The method also includes determining whether the predicted water quality index is within a target range. If the predicted quality index is not within the target range, then the coagulant dosage can be adjusted, and the adjusted dosage can be evaluated to predict the water quality index that would be achieved if the adjusted coagulant dosage is administered to the water.
An embodiment provides a method for deriving an amount of PFAS substances from a total organic fluoride measurement in a sample, including: removing inorganic fluoride from the sample using one or more of an ion exchange cartridge and an exclusion apparatus; preconcentrating, using a solid phase extraction, at least one PFAS substance in the sample; digesting, using a working electrode and a counter electrode, the at least one PFAS substance to an amount of total organic fluoride; and determining, using an analyzer, the amount of total organic fluoride in the sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
An embodiment provides a method for deriving an amount of PFAS substances from a total organic fluoride measurement in a sample, including: removing inorganic fluoride from the sample using one or more of an ion exchange cartridge and an exclusion apparatus; preconcentrating, using a solid phase extraction, at least one PFAS substance in the sample; digesting, using a working electrode and a counter electrode, the at least one PFAS substance to an amount of total organic fluoride; and determining, using an analyzer, the amount of total organic fluoride in the sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
An embodiment provides a method for deriving an amount of PFAS substances from a total organic fluoride measurement in a sample, including: removing inorganic fluoride from the sample using one or more of an ion exchange cartridge and an exclusion apparatus; preconcentrating, using a solid phase extraction, at least one PFAS substance in the sample; digesting, using a working electrode and a counter electrode, the at least one PFAS substance to an amount of total organic fluoride; and determining, using an analyzer, the amount of total organic fluoride in the sample. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
A method for measuring an analyte, preferably pH, of a sample, including: introducing a sample to a sample region of a measurement device; the measurement device comprising: a measurement electrode and a ground electrode contacting the sample; a low-slope reference electrode, preferably a calcium, magnesium, sulfate, phosphate or barium ion selective reference electrode, in a reference electrode assembly having an electrolyte solution, wherein the electrolyte solution is in contact with the low-slope reference electrode; wherein the electrolyte solution is electrically coupled to the sample via at least one junction; and measuring a first potential between the measurement electrode and the ground electrode; measuring a second potential between the low-slope reference electrode and the ground electrode; determining an analyte in the sample by comparing the first potential and the second potential. By using a low-slope reference electrode the drift of the reference electrode can be minimized. A corresponding device for measuring an analyte is also disclosed.
An embodiment provides a method for measuring an analyte of a sample, including: introducing a sample to a sample region of a measurement device; the measurement device comprising: a measurement electrode and a ground electrode contacting the sample; a low-slope reference electrode in a reference electrode assembly having an electrolyte solution, wherein the electrolyte solution is in contact with the low-slope reference electrode; wherein the electrolyte solution is electrically coupled to the sample via at least one junction; and measuring a first potential between the measurement electrode and the ground electrode; measuring a second potential between the low-slope reference electrode and the ground electrode; determining an analyte in the sample by comparing the first potential and the second potential. Other aspects are described and claimed.
Methods and systems for controlling nitrous oxide production in a wastewater treatment facility in which wastewater is treated with microbes in a biological reactor. Nitrous oxide production can be controlled by determining an amount of two or more nutrients in the biological reactor, calculating a value that represents a comparison of the determined values, comparing the calculated value to a threshold value, and optionally taking a corrective action to reduce nitrous oxide production based on the comparison to the threshold value.
Methods and kits are provided for analyzing a fluid with a flow cytometer to determine the concentration of a target component in the fluid. At least two bead groups are combined with the fluid, wherein each of the bead groups includes surface-functionalized beads that have a different size from the other bead groups. The target component can bind to the functional groups on the beads, and the beads with the targets can be counted with the flow cytometer. Based on the numbers of beads with targets in each group, a most probable number (MPN) of the target component can be determined.
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
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Systems and methods for controlling nitrous oxide production in wastewater treatment facilities
Methods and systems for controlling nitrous oxide production in a wastewater treatment facility in which wastewater is treated with microbes in a biological reactor. Nitrous oxide production can be controlled by determining an amount of two or more nutrients in the biological reactor, calculating a value that represents a comparison of the values, comparing the calculated value to a threshold value, and optionally taking a corrective action to reduce nitrous oxide production based on the comparison. In one aspect, nitrous oxide production can be controlled by determining an amount of ammonium in the biological reactor, determining an amount of a nitrogen compound that can include nitrite, nitrate, and/or hydroxylamine, calculating a value that compares the amount of ammonium to the amount of the nitrogen compound, and taking a corrective action that changes a system parameter to reduce the nitrous oxide production if the calculated value surpasses a threshold limit.
Methods and kits are provided for analyzing a fluid with a flow cytometer to determine the concentration of a target component in the fluid. At least two bead groups are combined with the fluid, wherein each of the bead groups includes surface-functionalized beads that have a different size from the other bead groups. The target component can bind to the functional groups on the beads, and the beads with the targets can be counted with the flow cytometer. Based on the numbers of beads with targets in each group, a most probable number (MPN) of the target component can be determined.
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
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METHODS AND KITS FOR ASSAYING A LARGE FLUID VOLUME USING FLOW CYTOMETRY
Methods and kits are provided for analyzing a fluid with a flow cytometer to determine the concentration of a target component in the fluid. At least two bead groups are combined with the fluid, wherein each of the bead groups includes surface-functionalized beads that have a different size from the other bead groups. The target component can bind to the functional groups on the beads, and the beads with the targets can be counted with the flow cytometer. Based on the numbers of beads with targets in each group, a most probable number (MPN) of the target component can be determined.
G01N 33/569 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet pour micro-organismes, p. ex. protozoaires, bactéries, virus
G01N 33/543 - Tests immunologiquesTests faisant intervenir la formation de liaisons biospécifiquesMatériaux à cet effet avec un support insoluble pour l'immobilisation de composés immunochimiques
G01N 15/14 - Techniques de recherche optique, p. ex. cytométrie en flux
G01N 15/06 - Recherche de la concentration des suspensions de particules
An embodiment provides a method for transferring information from at least one instrument to an application, including: establishing a central protocol structure, wherein the central protocol structure defines a format for information transmitted utilizing the central protocol structure; transmitting over a short-range wireless communication channel information from the at least one device to the application, wherein the information is formatted in a broadcast packet in view of the central protocol structure; receiving, at the application, information from the at least one device; and performing, within the application, an action with respect to the information within the application, wherein the performing comprises deciphering the information contained in view of the central protocol structure.
H04W 4/80 - Services utilisant la communication de courte portée, p. ex. la communication en champ proche, l'identification par radiofréquence ou la communication à faible consommation d’énergie
H04W 4/38 - Services spécialement adaptés à des environnements, à des situations ou à des fins spécifiques pour la collecte d’informations de capteurs
H04W 8/00 - Gestion de données relatives au réseau
H04W 12/033 - Protection de la confidentialité, p. ex. par chiffrement du plan utilisateur, p. ex. trafic utilisateur
H04W 76/14 - Établissement de la connexion en mode direct
H04W 84/18 - Réseaux auto-organisés, p. ex. réseaux ad hoc ou réseaux de détection
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Method for measuring monochloramine with a thiocarbamate indicator and iodide
An embodiment provides a method for measuring total chlorine in a solution, including: preparing a thiocarbamate indicator; introducing the thiocarbamate indicator to a solution, wherein the solution contains an amount of monochloramine; adding an additive to the solution, wherein the additive accelerates the reaction rate between the thiocarbamate indicator and monochloramine and causes a change in fluorescence of the solution; and measuring the amount of monochloramine in the solution by measuring an intensity of the fluorescence. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/77 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique
C07D 311/16 - Benzo [b] pyrannes non hydrogénés dans le carbocycle avec des atomes d'oxygène ou de soufre liés directement en position 2 non hydrogénés dans l'hétérocycle substitués en position 7
An embodiment of a method for measuring an amount of manganese in an aqueous sample includes: reducing, using a dechlorination reagent, wherein the dechlorination reagent comprises iron(ll) and potassium iodide; oxidizing, under an alkaline condition using sodium hydroxide, Mn(ll) to Mn(IV) in the aqueous sample, chelating, using etidronic acid (HEDP), Fe(ll) and Fe(lll) in the aqueous sample, oxidizing an amount of the colorimetric indicator 3, 3', 5,5'- tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) with Mn(IV); and measuring the amount of manganese within the aqueous sample, by measuring an absorbance intensity at a wavelength of the oxidized amount of 3,3',5,5'-tetramethylbenzidine (TMB). Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
An embodiment a method for measuring an amount of manganese in an aqueous sample, including: reducing, using a dechlorination reagent, wherein the dechlorination reagent comprises iron(II) and potassium iodide; oxidizing, under an alkaline condition using sodium hydroxide, Mn(II) to Mn(IV) in the aqueous sample, and chelating, using etidronic acid (HEDP), Fe(II) and Fe(III) in the aqueous sample, oxidizing an amount of 3,3′,5,5′-tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) with Mn(IV); and measuring, using a colorimetric indicator, the amount of manganese within the aqueous sample, by measuring an absorbance intensity at a wavelength of the oxidized amount of 3,3′,5,5′-tetramethylbenzidine (TMB). Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 33/52 - Utilisation de composés ou de compositions pour des recherches colorimétriques, spectrophotométriques ou fluorométriques, p. ex. utilisation de bandes de papier indicateur
G01J 3/02 - SpectrométrieSpectrophotométrieMonochromateursMesure de la couleur Parties constitutives
G01J 3/46 - Mesure de couleurDispositifs de mesure de couleur, p. ex. colorimètres
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
Chemicals used in industry and science, in particular
reagents for conducting and controlling chemical analyses
and tests of waste water and drinking water, and reagents
for conducting and controlling chemical analyses and tests. Apparatus and instruments for industrial and scientific
purposes, namely analysers, measuring, controlling and
regulating apparatus and instruments; measuring and
recording apparatus for diagnostic purposes and for waste
water and drinking water analysis; electric measuring and
testing apparatus, in particular photometers, spectral
photometers, colour-measuring apparatus, brightness and
reflection measuring apparatus, transparency and turbidity
measuring apparatus; waste water and drinking water
analysers; software for the aforesaid apparatus and
instruments; samplers, sample containers, sampling equipment
and testing sticks. Repair or maintenance of water analysis apparatus; repair or
maintenance of water analysis apparatus for industrial
purposes; installation, maintenance, and repair of water
analysis apparatus.
An embodiment provides a nozzle, including: a conical-shaped portion having a first end and a second end substantially opposite the first end, wherein the first end has a smaller diameter than the second end; the first end having an attachment to hold the nozzle in a flow of fluid from an inlet, wherein the nozzle is positioned with the first end facing an inflow of a fluid and the second end facing a chamber; and the conical-shaped portion configured to direct the inflow of the fluid along an inner surface of the chamber, wherein the inflow of the fluid travels around the outer diameter of the conical-shaped portion. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/25 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
B05B 1/06 - Buses, têtes de pulvérisation ou autres dispositifs de sortie, avec ou sans dispositifs auxiliaires tels que valves, moyens de chauffage agencés pour produire un jet, un pulvérisat ou tout autre écoulement de forme ou de nature particulière, p. ex. sous forme de gouttes individuelles de forme annulaire, tubulaire ou conique creuse
B05B 1/34 - Buses, têtes de pulvérisation ou autres dispositifs de sortie, avec ou sans dispositifs auxiliaires tels que valves, moyens de chauffage agencés pour influencer la forme de l'écoulement du liquide ou d'autre matériau fluide, p. ex. pour produire une turbulence
G01N 21/15 - Prévention de la souillure des éléments du système optique ou de l'obstruction du chemin lumineux
An embodiment provides a method for measuring arsenic in a sample, showing marked increase in sensitivity over previous methods including: preparing a compound of metal-plated zinc and zinc; introducing the compound to an acidified sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of arsenic, wherein the compound reduces the amount of arsenic to produce arsine gas; wherein sufficient hydrogen gas is produced to purge the sample solution; wherein the arsine gas is completely purged from the sample and captured on a test pad, wherein the pad comprises mercuric bromide, wherein the capturing produces a color change of the pad; and measuring the amount of arsenic in the sample by measuring the color change of the pad. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
An embodiment provides a method for measuring arsenic in a sample, showing marked increase in sensitivity over previous methods including: preparing a compound of metal-plated zinc and zinc; introducing the compound to an acidified sample, wherein the sample contains an amount of arsenic, wherein the compound reduces the amount of arsenic to produce arsine gas; wherein sufficient hydrogen gas is produced to purge the sample solution; wherein the arsine gas is completely purged from the sample and captured on a test pad, wherein the pad comprises mercuric bromide, wherein the capturing produces a color change of the pad; and measuring the amount of arsenic in the sample by measuring the color change of the pad. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
An embodiment provides a method for measuring mercury in a solution, including: preparing a thiocarbamate-based indicator; introducing the thiocarbamate- based indicator to a solution, wherein the solution contains an amount of mercury and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence of the solution; and measuring the amount of mercury in the solution by measuring a change in intensity of the fluorescence. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 21/78 - Systèmes dans lesquels le matériau est soumis à une réaction chimique, le progrès ou le résultat de la réaction étant analysé en observant l'effet sur un réactif chimique produisant un changement de couleur
An embodiment provides a method for measuring mercury in a solution, including: preparing a thiocarbamate-based indicator; introducing the thiocarbamate-based indicator to a solution, wherein the solution contains an amount of mercury and the introducing causes a change in fluorescence of the solution; and measuring the amount of mercury in the solution by measuring a change in intensity of the fluorescence. Other aspects are described and claimed.
The invention provides a method for selecting a color for a chemistry or instrument based upon a parameter of a test, the method including: identifying a color corresponding to a parameter of a test for the parameter; selecting, if the color corresponding to the parameter has not previously been used for another parameter, the color for designating a chemistry or an instrument as corresponding to the parameter; selecting, if the color corresponding to the parameter has previously been used for another parameter, a different color other than the color for designating a chemistry or an instrument as corresponding to the parameter, wherein the selecting a color other than the color comprises identifying a color having a measure of change in visual perception of the different color against other previously selected colors a predetermined value from the other previously selected colors; and utilizing the selected colors for parameters across both chemistries (102, 104, 105) and instruments (101, 103) that are utilized in tests for the parameters.
An embodiment provides a method for deriving an alkalinity measurement, including: introducing a fluid sample; measuring, a phosphate amount of the fluid sample using a colorimetric reagent; measuring a pH of the fluid sample, wherein the pH of the fluid sample correlates to a hydroxide amount of the fluid sample; introducing an acid to convert all the inorganic carbon to carbon dioxide; applying a positive potential to the SP3 substituted carbon electrode; introducing, prior to or substantially simultaneously during the application of the positive potential to the SP3 substituted carbon electrode and in the reaction chamber, at least one acid reagent comprising a metallic catalyst that converts the carbonate and the partially oxidized species to carbon dioxide; determining total organic carbon by detecting an amount of carbon dioxide produced by the oxidation; determining the total organic carbon from the oxidation of the organic carbon species, and determining a derived alkalinity based upon the phosphate amount, the hydroxide amount, and the amount of carbon dioxide generated from the inorganic carbon. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G01N 27/27 - Association de plusieurs systèmes ou cellules de mesure, chacun mesurant un paramètre différent, dans laquelle les résultats des mesures peuvent être, soit utilisès indépendamment, les systèmes ou les cellules étant physiquement associés, soit combinés pour produire une valeur représentative d'un autre paramètre
G01N 27/30 - Électrodes, p. ex. électrodes pour testsDemi-cellules
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
Method and apparatus for deriving an alkalinity measurement, including: introducing a fluid sample; measuring, a phosphate amount of the fluid sample using a colorimetric reagent; measuring a pH of the fluid sample, wherein the pH of the fluid sample correlates to a hydroxide amount of the fluid sample; introducing an acid to convert all the inorganic carbon to carbon dioxide; applying a positive potential to the SP3 substituted carbon electrode; introducing, prior to or substantially simultaneously during the application of the positive potential to the SP3 substituted carbon electrode and in the reaction chamber, at least one acid reagent comprising a metallic catalyst that converts the carbonate and the partially oxidized species to carbon dioxide; determining total organic carbon by detecting an amount of carbon dioxide produced by the oxidation; determining the total organic carbon from the oxidation of the organic carbon species, and determining a derived alkalinity based upon the phosphate amount, the hydroxide amount, and the amount of carbon dioxide generated from the inorganic carbon.
G01N 31/00 - Recherche ou analyse des matériaux non biologiques par l'emploi des procédés chimiques spécifiés dans les sous-groupesAppareils spécialement adaptés à de tels procédés
An electrode cleaning and calibration system generally comprises a sensor holder assembly machined from a block of solid acrylic or similar plastic material, which can accommodate a variety of types and sizes of sensors for use in monitoring and measurement of water processing and treatment processes. Examples of sensors suitable for use in the system include pH sensors, dissolved oxygen sensors, chlorine sensors, ozone sensors, total suspended solid sensors, mixed liquor suspended solid sensors, ammonia sensors, monochloramine sensors, and ultraviolent transmittance sensors.
01 - Produits chimiques destinés à l'industrie, aux sciences ainsi qu'à l'agriculture
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
Chemicals used in industry and science, in particular reagents for conducting and controlling chemical analyses and tests of waste water and drinking water, and reagents for conducting and controlling chemical analyses and tests Apparatus and instruments for industrial and scientific purposes, namely, analysers, measuring, controlling and regulating apparatus and instruments for testing waste water and drinking water; measuring and recording apparatus for scientific testing purposes and for waste water and drinking water analysis; electric measuring and testing apparatus, in particular photometers, spectral photometers, colour-measuring apparatus, brightness and reflection measuring apparatus, transparency and turbidity measuring apparatus instruments for testing waste water and drinking water; waste water and drinking water analysers; downloadable operating software for the aforesaid apparatus and instruments; Groundwater sampling equipment, namely, testing sticks, sample containers, and automated sample pumps Repair or maintenance of water analysis apparatus; Repair or maintenance of water analysis apparatus for industrial purposes
An embodiment provides a method of forecasting water quality deterioration in a water distribution system, including: receiving, at an electronic device, a data set comprising measured values of a plurality of components within the water distribution system; determining, based upon algorithmic analysis of the measured values, a water quality index; and providing, based on the determined water quality index, a recommendation to mitigate water quality deterioration in the water distribution system. Other aspects are described and claimed.
An embodiment provides a method, including: receiving, at an electronic device, a data set comprising measured values for a plurality of parameters associated with an upcoming operational process associated with water quality, wherein each of the plurality of parameters is selected from the group consisting of: energy, chemicals, labor, equipment, and a process efficiency value; determining, by at least comparing the measured values against each other, a cost benefit index associated with the upcoming operational process; and providing, based on the determined cost benefit index, a recommendation to maximize a benefit derived from the upcoming operational process based upon a cost to complete the upcoming operational process. Other aspects are described and claimed.
G06Q 10/06 - Ressources, gestion de tâches, des ressources humaines ou de projetsPlanification d’entreprise ou d’organisationModélisation d’entreprise ou d’organisation
An embodiment provides a method for real-time management of device maintenance utilizing quality metrics defined based upon inputs of the device, the method including: receiving inputs corresponding to a particular device, wherein the particular device provides measurements of a parameter of a fluid; generating, from the inputs, quality metrics for and unique to the particular device; monitoring the particular device while the particular device is deployed, wherein the monitoring occurs in view of the quality metrics; and triggering, responsive to detecting information corresponding to the particular device is violating at least one of the quality metrics, a notification to a user to perform an action corresponding to the particular device.
H04L 41/0681 - Configuration des conditions de déclenchement
G01F 23/2962 - Ondes acoustiques en mesurant le temps d’aller-retour des ondes réfléchies
G01F 1/05 - Mesure du débit volumétrique ou du débit massique d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent, dans laquelle le fluide passe à travers un compteur par un écoulement continu en utilisant des effets mécaniques
G01F 15/075 - Intégration pour obtenir le débit total, p. ex. en utilisant un mécanisme intégrateur actionné mécaniquement en utilisant des moyens d'intégration actionnés électriquement
An embodiment provides a method for real-time management of analyte recovery within a system for measuring at least one parameter of a fluid within the system by monitoring signals from the system against a set of conditions, the method including: receiving, from the system, signals providing information regarding the system, wherein the system includes at least one reagent flowing into the system and recovers analytes within the fluid, wherein the analytes provide an indication of a value of the at least one parameter; identifying, by analyzing the signals, whether the analyte recovery of the system is meeting the set of conditions identifying a desired analyte recovery of the system; and modifying, based upon the analyte recovery not meeting the set of conditions, conditions of the system for recovery of the analyte, wherein the modifying includes adjusting at least one parameter of the system.
G01N 35/00 - Analyse automatique non limitée à des procédés ou à des matériaux spécifiés dans un seul des groupes Manipulation de matériaux à cet effet
An embodiment provides a method for real-time management of device maintenance utilizing quality metrics defined based upon inputs of the device, the method including: receiving inputs corresponding to a particular device, wherein the particular device provides measurements of a parameter of a fluid; generating, from the inputs, quality metrics for and unique to the particular device; monitoring the particular device while the particular device is deployed, wherein the monitoring occurs in view of the quality metrics; and triggering, responsive to detecting information corresponding to the particular device is violating at least one of the quality metrics, a notification to a user to perform an action corresponding to the particular device.
An embodiment provides a method of forecasting water quality deterioration in a water distribution system, including: receiving, at an electronic device, a data set comprising measured values of a plurality of components within the water distribution system; determining, based upon algorithmic analysis of the measured values, a water quality index; and providing, based on the determined water quality index, a recommendation to mitigate water quality deterioration in the water distribution system. Other aspects are described and claimed.
