An add-on module for a sensor, such as a fill and/or limit level sensor, comprising a coupling unit, which is arranged to be communicatively couplable to at least one predetermined sensor, and a control unit, which is configured to enable and/or disable data processing of the at least one predetermined sensor. Furthermore, the invention also relates to a sensor unit for detecting a fill level and/or limit level, comprising at least one sensor, and such an additional module, as well as a method for controlling such a sensor unit.

A method and system utilizing one or more agricultural drones for real-time monitoring, delivery and dispensing of feed in feed bunks associated with feed lots.

A method and system utilizing one or more agricultural drones for real-time monitoring, delivery and dispensing of feed in feed bunks associated with feed lots.

An image scanning system for determining a volume of product in a container, such as a grain bin, is secured to the container with a locking system. The image scanning device comprises an image scanning head rotatable in a first direction about a body housing, while the body housing is rotatable in a second direction about a securing arm. The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction. An image scanning device, which can be a LiDAR device, is housed within the image scanning head to image the container and the product as the device components are rotated. Software for controlling the system and outputting a volume change and a typographical representation of the product within the container is further provided.

An image scanning system for determining a volume of product in a container, such as a grain bin, is secured to the container with a locking system. The image scanning device comprises an image scanning head rotatable in a first direction about a body housing, while the body housing is rotatable in a second direction about a securing arm. The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction. An image scanning device, which can be a LiDAR device, is housed within the image scanning head to image the container and the product as the device components are rotated. Software for controlling the system and outputting a volume change and a typographical representation of the product within the container is further provided.

A system and method for automated single cell capture and processing is described, where the system includes a deck supporting and positioning a set of sample processing elements; a gantry for actuating tools for interactions with the set of sample processing elements supported by the deck; and a base supporting various processing subsystems and a control subsystems in communication with the processing subsystems. The system can automatically execute workflows associated with single cell processing, including mRNA capture, cDNA synthesis, protein-associated assays, and library preparation, for next generation sequencing.

A system and method for automated single cell capture and processing is described, where the system includes a deck supporting and positioning a set of sample processing elements; a gantry for actuating tools for interactions with the set of sample processing elements supported by the deck; and a base supporting various processing subsystems and a control subsystems in communication with the processing subsystems. The system can automatically execute workflows associated with single cell processing, including mRNA capture, cDNA synthesis, protein-associated assays, and library preparation, for next generation sequencing.

To improve liquid level gauging inside liquid tanks, especially cryogenic liquid tanks, an apparatus and method for determining the liquid level are provided. A light source emits outgoing light rays that are back reflected or scattered by the tank wall of the liquid tank. The back reflected or scattered incoming light rays are received by a light conducting device, which conducts the incoming light rays towards a sensor device. The sensor device has optical sensors coupled to the light conducting device such that there is a one-two-one relationship between each optical sensor and a specific tank wall portion. Due to the change in the amount of light that is received by the optical sensor after the outgoing light rays were refracted by the liquid surface, the liquid level determining device is capable of determining the liquid level.

To improve liquid level gauging inside liquid tanks, especially cryogenic liquid tanks, an apparatus and method for determining the liquid level are provided. A light source emits outgoing light rays that are back reflected or scattered by the tank wall of the liquid tank. The back reflected or scattered incoming light rays are received by a light conducting device, which conducts the incoming light rays towards a sensor device. The sensor device has optical sensors coupled to the light conducting device such that there is a one-two-one relationship between each optical sensor and a specific tank wall portion. Due to the change in the amount of light that is received by the optical sensor after the outgoing light rays were refracted by the liquid surface, the liquid level determining device is capable of determining the liquid level.

The invention relates to an apparatus, system, and method for detecting a layer of contaminants, such as hydrocarbons, on the surface of accumulated water within a confined area that is periodically evacuated by a pump. The detection of contaminant layers may be accomplished through the use of an optical detection system comprising a light source, a plate having conductive, capacitive, positional and/or reflective properties, and a capacitive, pressure, optical, or ultrasonic sensor capable of distinguishing between oil and water, with the plate positioned at a distance equal to the desired minimum detectable hydrocarbon layer thickness. Dissipation of turbulence and agitation of the accumulated water may be achieved with a stilling tube. Additional sensors may detect high, intermediate, and low levels, as well as trigger optical sensor measurement. An integrated controller may determine the state of media within the confined area.