Boersma, NL
Arjen Boersma, Delft NL
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20140106468 | PHOTONIC CRYSTAL SENSOR - Optical sensor for detecting an analyte ( | 04-17-2014 |
20140220238 | HYBRID MATERIALS FOR PRINTING (SEMI-) CONDUCTIVE ELEMENTS - The invention relates to a method for preparing a conductive or semi-conductive element, comprising | 08-07-2014 |
Arjen Boersma, 'S-Hertogenbosch NL
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20100148632 | USE OF A PLASTICIZER IN AN ELECTROACTIVE POLYMER COMPOSITION - The invention relates to the use of a plasticizer in a polymer composition for providing electroactivity to the composition or increasing the electroactivity of the composition. The invention further relates to an (an article) comprising an actuator for converting between mechanical and electrical energy comprising—at least two electrodes; and—an electroactive polymer composition, comprising a polar polymer and a polar plasticizer. | 06-17-2010 |
20100176691 | ACTUATOR COMPRISING AN ELECTROACTIVE POLYMER - The invention relates to an actuator for converting between mechanical and electrical energy comprising -at least two electrodes; and -an electroactive polymer, comprising aromatic moieties in the chain and flexible moieties in the chain, the polymer further comprising side groups bound to the chain, which side groups are selected from the group consisting of polar side groups and side groups comprising an aromatic moiety. The invention further relates to a novel electroactive polymer comprising polar side groups bound to the chain. | 07-15-2010 |
20100254837 | ACTUATOR FOR MANIPULATING A FLUID, COMPRISING AN ELECTRO-ACTIVE POLYMER OR AN ELECTRO-ACTIVE POLYMER COMPOSITION - The invention relates to a microfluidic device comprising an actuator for converting between mechanical and electrical energy comprising an electro-active polymer or electro-active polymer composition, wherein the stiffness of the actuator at or near a first surface or part thereof differs from the stiffness at or near a second surface or part thereof, or wherein the stiffness of the actuator at or near a first extremity differs from the stiffness at or near a second extremity. Preferably the polymer comprises (alkyl)acrylate units based on a monomer represented by formula I and/or formula II | 10-07-2010 |
20110052116 | SHAPE MEMORY SENSOR - The invention relates to a sensor for measuring an environmental effect, comprising a sensor material having an internal stress, which sensor material is designed to at least partially relax under the influence of the environmental effect. The sensor further comprising a detection unit for indirectly or directly detecting said relaxation. The invention also relates to a waveguide, comprising a grating in at least a portion of the waveguide, which waveguide comprises a coating, the coating comprising a polymer that contains reversible crosslinks that can be broken by the environmental effect in such a way that the polymer changes shape. The invention further relates to a sensor system comprising a waveguide, a light source, and a photo-detector. | 03-03-2011 |
20110200285 | COATED WAVEGUIDE FOR OPTICAL DETECTION - The invention relates to a waveguide, comprising a grating in at least a part of the waveguide, which waveguide comprises a coating, the coating comprising a polymer, which polymer comprises an aliphatic chain, which aliphatic chain is provided with hydrophilic side-chains. The invention further relates to a sensor system comprising a waveguide according to any one of the preceding claims, a light source, and a photo-detector. | 08-18-2011 |
20120081696 | DISTRIBUTED OPTICAL CHEMICAL SENSOR - The invention relates to a sensor system comprising a waveguide, which waveguide comprises a grating in at least a part of the waveguide, which waveguide further comprises a coating, the coating comprising a polymer, which polymer comprises a chain, in which chain are present an aromatic group and a chemical group selected from the group of sulfonyl groups, carbonyl groups, carbonate groups, fluorocarbon groups, siloxane groups, pyridine groups and amide groups. | 04-05-2012 |
20150330814 | DISTRIBUTED OPTICAL CHEMICAL SENSOR - The invention relates to a sensor system comprising a waveguide, which waveguide comprises a grating in at least a part of the waveguide, which waveguide further comprises a coating, the coating comprising a polymer, which polymer comprises a chain, in which chain are present an aromatic group and a chemical group selected from the group of sulfonyl groups, carbonyl groups, carbonate groups, fluorocarbon groups, siloxane groups, pyridine groups and amide groups. | 11-19-2015 |
Diederik Michiel Boersma, Den Haag NL
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20150204170 | SINGLE WELL INJECT-PRODUCE PILOT FOR EOR - Injecting an enhanced oil recovery (EOR) agent into a subterranean formation in at least one injection interval of a hydrocarbon well extending into the subterranean formation, then producing fluid from the formation from at least one production interval of the same hydrocarbon well, and not from a neighboring well. Logging data associated with at least one of the formation, the injected EOR agent and the produced fluid may then be obtained and utilized in assessing effectiveness of the EOR agent injection. | 07-23-2015 |
Diederik Michiel Boersma, Rijswijk NL
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20140352958 | PROCESS FOR ENHANCING OIL RECOVERY FROM AN OIL-BEARING FORMATION - A process for recovering oil from an oil-bearing formation is provided. A first oil recovery fluid is introduced into a formation through a first well for a first time period and oil is produced from a second well. A second oil recovery fluid different from the first oil recovery fluid is introduced into the formation through the second well for a second time period after the first time period, and oil is produced from a third well, where the second well is located on a fluid flow path extending between the first and third wells. | 12-04-2014 |
20150107841 | PROCESS FOR REDUCING VISCOSITY OF POLYMER-CONTAINING FLUID PRODUCED IN THE RECOVERY OF OIL - The present invention is directed to a process for producing a fluid containing oil and water from an oil-bearing formation and separating an oil phase and an aqueous phase from the produced fluid. An aqueous polymer mixture is formed by mixing polymer in water having a total dissolved solids content of from 200 ppm to 15,000 ppm. The aqueous polymer mixture is injected into an oil-bearing formation, and, after injecting the aqueous polymer mixture into the formation, a fluid is produced from the oil-bearing formation containing an oil phase and an aqueous polymer-containing phase. Brine is mixed with the produced fluid to enhance separation of the oil phase from the aqueous polymer phase. | 04-23-2015 |
Egbert Boersma, Helmond NL
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20110181077 | ROOF ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MOUNTING A SIEVE MEMBER - Aspects of the invention relate to a roof assembly for a vehicle having a roof opening in its fixed roof. It comprises a stationary part having longitudinal guides positioned on either side of the roof opening. A closure is movable at least between a closed position closing the roof opening and an open position in which the closure is at least partly opening the roof opening. A closure operating mechanism is provided for opening and closing the closure, and is sliding in said longitudinal guides when opening and closing the closure. The longitudinal guides each comprise at least a drain channel and a water drainage member for draining water from said longitudinal drain channel to a water drainage hose. Each water drainage member communicates with the respective drain channel on one end, and connects to the corresponding water drainage hose on its opposite end to form a drain. A sieve member for catching debris but allowing water to run through is provided in the drain upstream of said water drainage member. | 07-28-2011 |
Gerrit Boersma, Odijk NL
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20110023785 | DETECTION DEVICE, AND MILKING DEVICE AND METHOD THEREWITH - The invention provides a detection device for determining position information from an object to the detection device, wherein the position information includes at least a distance from that object to the detection device. The detection device includes: a light source arranged to emit light; a control device arranged to control the light source; a light measuring device comprising a 2D classification of light sensitive elements and arranged to measure reflected light and to generate a corresponding measuring signal; a signal processing device arranged to process the measuring signal to position information, including distance information, of the object with respect to the detection device, wherein the signal processing device includes an object recognition device is configured to recognize at least one of: an udder, a teat, a and respective parts thereof, and wherein at least one of the light measuring device has an absolute sensitivity maximum with a wavelength between 400 and 570 nm, and the light source has an absolute emission maximum with a wavelength between 400 and 570 nm. | 02-03-2011 |
Harmen Boersma, Heerenveen NL
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20120193404 | Container carrier from foldable flat material - A container carrier for bottles having a blank made of cardboard for wrapping around a group of bottles, a grip portion is stabilised between the two handle openings and the further handle opening by at least three layers of cardboard, a first layer is formed by the web defined by the handle openings in the top wall. | 08-02-2012 |
20140332429 | Carton With Insert - A carton for holding a plurality of containers. The carton can comprise a plurality of panels that extends at least partially around an interior of the carton. The plurality of panels comprises a top panel and a side panel. An insert can comprise a central panel, an inner side panel foldably connected to the central panel, and a crown retention panel foldably connected to the central panel. The top panel can at least partially overlap the central panel, at least a portion of the crown retention panel can be spaced apart from the side panel in the interior of the carton, and the inner side panel can be at least partially in face-to-face contact with the side panel. | 11-13-2014 |
20150259093 | CARTON WITH INSERT - A carton for holding an article. The carton can comprise a plurality of panels that extends at least partially around an interior of the carton. The plurality of panels can comprise a first panel and a second panel. An insert can comprise a central panel, an inner side panel foldably connected to the central panel, and an inner flap foldably connected to the inner side panel. The first panel can at least partially overlap the central panel, the inner side panel can be spaced apart from the second panel, and at least a portion of the inner flap can extend from the inner side panel to the second panel. | 09-17-2015 |
Johan Boersma, Emmen NL
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20090029744 | ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR HANDS-FREE OPERATION OF A PORTABLE COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A system and method for providing an electronic device that facilitates hands-free operation of a portable communication device in a wide range of applications and environments, including use in a vehicle. The electronic device includes a detector to automatically activate at least a wireless interface based on the occurrence of one or more predetermined events. The generates a signal that directs the control circuit of the electronic device to provide power to a wireless interface to facilitate communication between the electronic device and an associated portable communication device. Once a communication link is established between the electronic device and the portable communication device, the electronic device may function as a car kit, vehicle, speakerphone, etc. | 01-29-2009 |
John Boersma, Zuidhorn NL
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20100058547 | HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FOR DRIVING A MEMBRANE BRUSHHEAD WHICH INCLUDES BRISTLES MOUNTED THEREON - The toothbrush includes a handle portion which has a disc spring assembly driven by a solenoid coil. The upper end of a central shaft which extends from the solenoid is connected to a drive flexible membrane assembly which in operation moves back and forth under the positive action of the solenoid central shaft and the return action of the spring on the central shaft. The drive membrane acts on hydraulic fluid which extends through a stem portion of the toothbrush to the brushhead, which includes a movable brushhead membrane. The moving fluid acts on the brushhead membrane to move it. | 03-11-2010 |
Joldert Maria Boersma, Zuidhorn NL
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20140109314 | TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED MULTI-ZONE MATTRESS-STYLE SUPPORT - A system for adjusting the microclimate of a bed environment, the system comprising a multi-zone mattress-style support including a plurality of individual heating zones, means for heating the individual heating zones, means for cooling the multi-zone mattress-style support, and a plurality of temperature sensors, wherein the means for cooling the multi-zone mattress-style support comprises at least one air duct within the multi-zone mattress-style support for transporting ambient air through the multi-zone mattress-style support, as well as a method for adjusting the microclimate of a bed environment. | 04-24-2014 |
Joldert Maria Boersma, Gronningen NL
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20140323799 | SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR IMPROVING A PERSON'S SLEEP - A system and a method for improving a person's sleep is disclosed, wherein the system comprises a bedding layer comprising a plurality of individually controllable thermally adjustable zones, a plurality of temperature sensors, wherein at least one temperature sensor per thermally adjustable zone is dispersed throughout the bedding layer, and means for controlling the heating power of each thermally adjustable zone, wherein the system is configured for controlling the heating power of the thermally adjustable zones in which the body presence is detected. The method comprises detecting the position of the body of the person on or underneath a bedding layer, and controlling the heating and cooling of each individual thermally adjustable zone in which the body presence is detected. A computer program product for carrying out the method is also disclosed. | 10-30-2014 |
Joldert Maria Boersma, Eindhoven NL
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20160029835 | APPARATUS FOR PREPARING HOT BEVERAGES WITH AUTO-POWER-DOWN MECHANISM - An apparatus ( | 02-04-2016 |
Joldert Maria Boersma, Drachten NL
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20090151574 | APPARATUS FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE FROM STERILIZED WATER AND AN INSTANT PRODUCT - The invention relates to an apparatus ( | 06-18-2009 |
20090266101 | DOMESTIC BEVERAGE DISPENSING APPARATUS COMPRISING AN ADSORBENT COOLING DEVICE - beverage dispensing apparatus for enclosing and cooling a keg ( | 10-29-2009 |
20100048980 | ELECTRO-MECHANICAL MASSAGE DEVICE AND WEARABLE MASSAGE APPARATUS - The invention relates to a massage device ( | 02-25-2010 |
20100059544 | KEG ENVELOPING A CONTAINER FOR CONTAINING A PRESSURIZED BEVERAGE - A keg enveloping a container ( | 03-11-2010 |
20120266408 | VACUUM CLEANER - A vacuum cleaner ( | 10-25-2012 |
20120295001 | APPARATUS FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE FROM STERILIZED WATER AND AN INSTANT PRODUCT - An apparatus for preparing a beverage from water and an instant product includes a water supply system for supplying water, a heating device for sterilizing water by heating it; and a cooling device for cooling water heated in the heating device. The cooling device uses water from the water supply system as cooling-water. The water that is sterilized in the heating device has preferably previously been used in the cooling device as cooling-water. The cooling device includes a counter flow heat exchanger. | 11-22-2012 |
Joldert Maria Rene Boersma, Eindhoven NL
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20100241109 | SKIN TREATMENT DEVICE WITH MEANS FOR PROVIDING A TACTILE FEEDBACK SIGNAL - The invention relates to a skin treatment device ( | 09-23-2010 |
Michiel Boersma, Borne NL
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20130285649 | POSITION SENSOR - Position sensor ( | 10-31-2013 |
Theodorus Johannes Boersma, City Emmen NL
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20090100481 | DEVICE WITH BROADCAST RECEIVER AND LOCAL WIRELESS INTERFACE - A device that includes a broadcast receiver and a local wireless interface where the broadcast receiver is capable of receiving broadcast data, and the local wireless interface is capable of communicating with at least one wireless device and transmitting at least some of the broadcast data to the at least one wireless device. The broadcast receiver may be an audio receiver, a video signal receiver, or a satellite receiver. The local wireless interface may be a Bluetooth interface, an IEEE 802.11 (WiFi) interface, an IrDA interface, or a home radio frequency (HomeRF) interface. | 04-16-2009 |