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Richard Piety Phones & Addresses
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7733 La Barrington Blvd, Powell, TN 37849 (865) 207-9924
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1108 Farrington Dr, Knoxville, TN 37923 (865) 691-3391 (865) 693-5263
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Guthrie, KY
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Richard Piety
View pageAddress:
1108 Farrington Dr, Knoxville, TN 37923
VIN:
JTDKB20U173238840
Make:
TOYOTA
Model:
PRIUS
Year:
2007
Publications
Us Patents
Enhancement Of Periodic Data Collection By Addition Of Audio Data
View pageUS Patent:
7538663, May 26, 2009
Filed:
Jan 26, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/627606
Inventors:
Richard W. Piety - Knoxville TN, US
James C. Robinson - Knoxville TN, US
Thomas E. Nelson - Knoxville TN, US
James C. Robinson - Knoxville TN, US
Thomas E. Nelson - Knoxville TN, US
Assignee:
CSI Technology, Inc. - Wilmington DE
International Classification:
G08B 23/00
US Classification:
340500, 340679, 702182
Abstract:
A portable route-based machine data collector stores audio files to supplement associated machine performance data, such as vibration data. The audio files, which may include voice comments, audio segments of raw vibration data, or frequency-shifted components of the vibration data, are stored in the data collector as standard-format digital audio files and are later downloaded to a computer for further analysis. Test personnel can then replay the audio files for data analysis personnel to get second opinions regarding whether machine faults may be indicated by the recorded sounds. Also, audio files associated with normal and abnormal machine operation may be saved on the portable data collector and used as baselines or for training purposes. Verbal operating instructions may also be stored as audio files on the portable data collector for replay by test operators in the field. In a case where the portable data collector is an ultrasonic monitoring unit, frequency-shifted (audible) ultrasonic data may be stored in an audio file in association with non-shifted ultrasonic data.
Method And Apparatus For Automated Storage Of Event-Substantiating Data
View pageUS Patent:
7937373, May 3, 2011
Filed:
Sep 5, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/205326
Inventors:
Kai T. Bouse - Tellico Plains TN, US
Christopher G. Hilemon - Knoxville TN, US
Stewart V. Bowers - Knoxville TN, US
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Christopher G. Hilemon - Knoxville TN, US
Stewart V. Bowers - Knoxville TN, US
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Assignee:
CSI Technology, Inc. - Wilmington DE
International Classification:
G06F 17/30
G06F 7/00
G06F 7/00
US Classification:
707668, 707688, 707797, 714100
Abstract:
A method for detecting an event and/or behavior of interest based on monitoring data and selectively storing portions of the monitoring data associated with the event and/or behavior of interest. Preferably, the method includes defining a hierarchy of event and/or behavior types so that the storing of a first behavior/event type is preferred over a second behavior/event type, especially when storing capacity is scarce. A data management apparatus including a logic device and a long-term storage memory apparatus, the logic device for detecting an event and/or behavior of interest based on monitoring data and selectively storing portions of the monitoring data associated with the event and/or behavior of interest on the long-term memory storage apparatus.
Machine Condition Indication System
View pageUS Patent:
8174402, May 8, 2012
Filed:
Jan 11, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/013166
Inventors:
Kai Bouse - Tellico Plains TN, US
Jim Robinson - Knoxville TN, US
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Todd Reeves - Knoxville TN, US
Jim Robinson - Knoxville TN, US
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Todd Reeves - Knoxville TN, US
Assignee:
CSI Technology, Inc. - Wilmington DE
International Classification:
G08B 21/00
G06F 11/30
G06F 11/30
US Classification:
340679, 340635, 340648, 702182, 702183, 702184, 702185
Abstract:
A machine condition monitor resides in close proximity to a machine train, such as an AC inductive electric motor coupled to a driven unit such as a centrifugal pump or fan. A plurality of sensing devices are connected to the machine and the machine condition monitor. Machine state and condition parameters sensed by these devices are utilized by the machine condition monitor to derive machine condition values for each component and for the machine train as a whole. These derived condition values are transmitted via an industrial communications network to a control center where they can be trended and monitored. With no particular knowledge of machine analysis techniques or severity of specific machine faults, and no special training, Operators and Production Planners can use the condition values to plan production schedules, adjust process parameters, and request appropriate maintenance action.
Machine Condition Indication System
View pageUS Patent:
20060181427, Aug 17, 2006
Filed:
Jan 31, 2005
Appl. No.:
11/047268
Inventors:
Kai Bouse - Tellico Plains TN, US
Stewart V. Bowers - Knoxville TN, US
Jim Robinson - Knoxville TN, US
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Todd Reeves - Knoxville TN, US
Stewart V. Bowers - Knoxville TN, US
Jim Robinson - Knoxville TN, US
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Todd Reeves - Knoxville TN, US
International Classification:
G08B 21/00
US Classification:
340657000
Abstract:
A machine condition monitor resides in close proximity to a machine train, such as an AC inductive electric motor coupled to a driven unit such as a centrifugal pump or fan. A plurality of sensing devices are connected to the machine and the machine condition monitor. Machine state and condition parameters sensed by these devices are utilized by the machine condition monitor to derive machine condition values for each component and for the machine train as a whole. These derived condition values are transmitted via an industrial communications network to a control center where they can be trended and monitored. With no particular knowledge of machine analysis techniques or severity of specific machine faults, and no special training, Operators and Production Planners can use the condition values to plan production schedules, adjust process parameters, and request appropriate maintenance action.
Combined Machine Identification And Diagnosis Device
View pageUS Patent:
20070199989, Aug 30, 2007
Filed:
Feb 27, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/363339
Inventors:
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Thomas Nelson - Knoxville TN, US
Thomas Nelson - Knoxville TN, US
International Classification:
G06K 7/00
G06K 7/08
G06K 7/08
US Classification:
235438000, 235451000
Abstract:
An apparatus that combines an RFID-like machine configuration reader with a device for acquiring machine diagnostic information. The apparatus includes an RFID-like communicator with an antenna and a machine diagnostic sensor, with the RFID-like communicator and the machine diagnostic sensor being substantially combined in a single housing. The apparatus is generally used with a portable data processor. The machine diagnostic sensor may be a thermal sensor, a vibration sensor, a flux sensor, or any other diagnostic sensor used in analysis of machine health. Electromagnetic interference shielding material may be disposed between the RFID-like communicator antenna and the machine diagnostic sensor to prevent electromagnetic interference between the RFID-like communicator and the machine diagnostic sensor. A method of diagnosing the condition of a machine using a combined RFID-like machine configuration communicator and machine diagnostic sensor is provided where the machine has an RFID-like transponder tag and an inspection point. The combined diagnostic reader is positioned in a first orientation where the RFID-like machine configuration communicator is in operative communication with the RFID-like transponder tag to read machine configuration date, and then the diagnostic reader is positioned in a second orientation where the machine diagnostic sensor is proximate to the inspection point to acquire machine diagnostic information.
Belt Pack Accessory For Machine Condition Monitoring
View pageUS Patent:
20070200722, Aug 30, 2007
Filed:
Feb 27, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/363473
Inventors:
Richard Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Thomas Nelson - Knoxville TN, US
Thomas Nelson - Knoxville TN, US
International Classification:
G08B 21/00
US Classification:
340679000
Abstract:
A system for diagnosing the operational health of machinery. A portable data processor is provided to acquire a machinery data signal from a diagnostic sensor configured to monitor machinery. The machinery data signal preferably includes vibration data, and may also include RFID tag information, temperature data, flux data, and other data related to machine health. The connection between the diagnostic sensor and the portable data processor is preferably a wired connection. The portable data processor analyzes the machinery data signal and produces a condition indicator that is used to activate an indicator in an arrangement that corresponds to the condition indicator. The portable data processor also transmits machine diagnostic information, preferably including the condition indicator, as a condition signal to a separately-housed portable data processor for further processing or storage. Preferably a limited range wireless communication link is provided for the transmission of the condition signal from the portable data processor to the portable data platform.
Apparatus And Method For Optimizing Measurement Reporting In A Field Device
View pageUS Patent:
20090070069, Mar 12, 2009
Filed:
Sep 5, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/205352
Inventors:
Kai T. Bouse - Tellico Plains TN, US
Richard W. Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Richard W. Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Assignee:
CSI Technology, Inc. - Wilmington DE
International Classification:
G06F 17/18
G06F 15/00
G06F 15/00
US Classification:
702179, 702182
Abstract:
A machine data collection system compares a plurality of measured values to one another and determines the measured value indicating a worst-case condition. The machine data collection system then reports the worst-case measured value across the control network. In some embodiments, the measured values are normalized based on each individual measurement's typical range, or a user-defined operating range, thereby producing a plurality of normalized values each corresponding to one of the plurality of measured values. The data collection system compares the plurality of normalized values to a nominal value and determines the normalized value indicating the worst-case condition. The system reports the measured value corresponding to the worst-case normalized value. In some embodiments, the data collection system also reports the worst-case normalized value across the control network.
Monitoring Device Having Multiple Data Communication Paths
View pageUS Patent:
20090265583, Oct 22, 2009
Filed:
Apr 17, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/105087
Inventors:
Kai T. Bouse - Tellico Plains TN, US
Richard W. Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Richard W. Piety - Knoxville TN, US
Assignee:
CSI TECHNOLOGY, INC. - Wilmington DE
International Classification:
G06F 11/07
US Classification:
714 37, 714E11024
Abstract:
A machine monitoring apparatus collects, processes and communicates machine data to be used for process control purposes and to be used in analyzing the machine performance. The apparatus includes one or more sensors that may be attached to or adjacent the machine for generating signals indicative of a performance parameter of the machine. An analog-to-digital converter converts the signals generated by the one or more sensors to bulk digital data corresponding to the sensed performance parameter. A processor receives and analyzes the bulk digital data and generates control digital data based on the bulk digital data. The control digital data may include one or more scalar values or status messages related to the operational performance of the machine as indicated by the bulk digital data. The apparatus includes a control data interface for providing access to the control digital data via a control data network, and a bulk data interface for providing access to the bulk digital data.