An environmental control system for controlling environmental conditions within an open interior of an agricultural building includes a main controller, and a plurality of zone systems. Each zone system is configured to control environmental conditions within one of a plurality of zones within the open interior, and includes at least one environmental control device, a temperature sensor configured to output a temperature signal indicating a temperature within the zone, and a smart hub configured to control the at least one environmental control device of the corresponding zone based on low and high setpoint temperatures for the zone issued by the main controller and the temperature signal issued by the temperature sensor of the zone. The main controller is configured to prevent activation of an environmental control device in one of the zones by the smart hub based on an operating condition of an environmental control device in another zone.
F24H 15/262 - Informations ou prévisions météorologiques
F24H 15/395 - Informations aux utilisateurs, p. ex. alarmes
F24H 15/429 - Commande des appareils de chauffage de fluides caractérisée par le type des unités de commande utilisant un traitement électronique, p. ex. par ordinateur utilisant des données préenregistrées pour la sélection de modes de fonctionnement
F24H 15/443 - Commande des appareils de chauffage de fluides caractérisée par le type des unités de commande utilisant un traitement électronique, p. ex. par ordinateur utilisant une unité de commande centrale connectée à plusieurs sous-unités de commande
A zone system (107) of an environmental control system (100) includes a heating device (108A or 108B), a plurality of temperature sensors (110), and a smart hub (114). Each temperature sensor is configured to output a temperature signal indicating a sensed temperature. The smart hub includes a first operating mode, in which the smart hub controls the heating device based on the temperature signals received from a first subset of the temperature sensors, and a second operating mode, in which the smart hub controls the heating device based on the temperature signals received from a second subset of the temperature sensors. The first subset includes a first temperature sensor. When the smart hub receives the temperature signal from the first temperature sensor, the smart hub operates in the first operating mode. When the smart hub does not receive the temperature signal from the first temperature sensor, the smart hub operates in the second operating mode.
G05D 23/20 - Commande de la température caractérisée par l'utilisation de moyens électriques avec un élément sensible présentant une variation de ses propriétés électriques ou magnétiques avec les changements de température
F24F 7/06 - Ventilation avec réseau de gaines à circulation d'air forcée, p. ex. par un ventilateur
F24F 11/65 - Traitement électronique pour la sélection d'un mode de fonctionnement
An environmental control system (100) for controlling environmental conditions within an open interior (104) of an agricultural building (102) includes a main controller (112), and a plurality of zone systems (107). Each zone system is configured to control environmental conditions within one of a plurality of zones (106) within the open interior, and includes at least one environmental control device (108), a temperature sensor (110) configured to output a temperature signal indicating a temperature within the zone, and a smart hub (114) configured to control the at least one environmental control device of the corresponding zone based on low and high setpoint temperatures for the zone issued by the main controller and the temperature signal issued by the temperature sensor of the zone. The main controller is configured to prevent activation of an environmental control device in one of the zones by the smart hub based on an operating condition of an environmental control device in another zone.
F24F 11/74 - Systèmes de commande caractérisés par leurs grandeurs de sortieDétails de construction de tels systèmes pour la commande de l’apport en air traité, p. ex. commande de la pression pour la commande du débit d'air ou de la vitesse de l’air
An environmental control system (100) for controlling environmental conditions within an open interior (104) of an agricultural building (102) includes a main controller (112), and a plurality of zone systems (107). Each zone system is configured to control environmental conditions within one of a plurality of zones (106) within the open interior, and includes at least one environmental control device (108), a temperature sensor (110) configured to output a temperature signal indicating a temperature within the zone, and a smart hub (114) configured to control the at least one environmental control device of the corresponding zone based on low and high setpoint temperatures for the zone issued by the main controller and the temperature signal issued by the temperature sensor of the zone. The main controller is configured to prevent activation of an environmental control device in one of the zones by the smart hub based on an operating condition of an environmental control device in another zone.
F24F 11/74 - Systèmes de commande caractérisés par leurs grandeurs de sortieDétails de construction de tels systèmes pour la commande de l’apport en air traité, p. ex. commande de la pression pour la commande du débit d'air ou de la vitesse de l’air
A ratcheted “Pipe and Strap Operating Drive System” (PSODS) is disclosed which efficiently and accurately positions a blocker, or door mechanism, over an opening which is of similar profile and dimensions as the door mechanism. In the preferred embodiment, PSODS is used to vary the position of a poultry house ventilation blocker or door mechanism from a tightly-closed position against the opening, or when required, within a certain range of door mechanism open positions, as dictated by weather conditions or internal air quality. At least two ratcheted reels are co-axially connected to the exterior of a tubular “pipe drive.” Each reel is connected, at its core, to the first end of a strap, with the second end of the strap being connected to the door mechanism. Upon axial rotation of the pipe drive in either direction, the reels simultaneously rotate, straps move correspondingly so as to position the entire door mechanism within a desired range relative to the opening.
A01K 31/02 - Dispositifs de fermetureOuvre-portes automatiques
E05F 15/627 - Mécanismes pour battants mus par une force motrice utilisant des actionneurs électriques utilisant des électromoteurs rotatifs pour battants pivotants manœuvrés par des éléments de traction allongés souples, p. ex. des bandes, des chaînes ou des câbles
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Pipe and strap operating drive system for door mechanisms and similar structures
A “Pipe and Strap Operating Drive System” (PSODS) is disclosed which efficiently and accurately positions a blocker, or door mechanism, over an opening that is of exact or similar profile and dimensions as the door mechanism. In the preferred embodiment, PSODS is used to vary the position of a poultry house ventilation blocker or door mechanism from a tightly-closed position against the opening, or when required, within a certain range of door mechanism open positions, as dictated by weather conditions or internal air quality. Essentially, the inventive concept featuring PSODS utilizes at least one strap, wherein a first end of each strap is wound about a length of pipe, termed a “pipe drive.” The second end of the strap is attached proximate an upper edge of the door mechanism. As the pipe drive is rotated, the attached strap(s) control movement of the door mechanism toward a closed or open position.
E06B 7/28 - Autres dispositions portées par les portes ou les fenêtres, p. ex. panneaux de portes, fenêtres adaptées pour porter des plantes, crochets pour les laveurs de carreaux
E05F 15/627 - Mécanismes pour battants mus par une force motrice utilisant des actionneurs électriques utilisant des électromoteurs rotatifs pour battants pivotants manœuvrés par des éléments de traction allongés souples, p. ex. des bandes, des chaînes ou des câbles
A01K 31/02 - Dispositifs de fermetureOuvre-portes automatiques
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Modular shutter system for poultry house ventilation and insulation
Disclosed is a modular assembly device for providing adequate and efficient ventilation, temperature control, and insulation in poultry houses. The disclosed invention relates to an automated or manually-operated modular shutter system for tunnel ventilation in poultry houses, the system being self-sealed by the poultry house's internal negative static pressure. All the shutters in a modular shutter unit are designed to open and close in unison by means of specially-designed hinges and hinge spacers. In the preferred embodiment, there are four shutters per modular shutter unit, all of the same construction and dimensions. The shutters are designed with beveled horizontal edges and end cap seals, which together provide an efficient and practically airtight fit against each other when closed. The shutters are also of sufficient thickness to accommodate internal insulation if necessary to raise the insulation values needed for the poultry houses in cold winter months.
E06B 3/32 - Aménagements des battants caractérisés par le genre de mouvementAménagements des battants modèles dans les ouverturesCaractéristiques des battants ou châssis ayant trait uniquement au genre de mouvement du battant
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