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Resumes

Dirk Steckmann Photo 1

Electrical Engineer

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Location:
Durham, NC
Industry:
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Work:
Instrotek, Inc. - Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area since Jun 2012
Electrical Engineer

Sensus USA since 2009
Electrical Engineer

Sensus, USA 2009 - Apr 2012
Electrical Engineer

Sensus USA 2009 - Apr 2012
Electrical Engineer

Sensus 2009 - Apr 2011
Electrical Engineer
Education:
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1982 - 1984
Skills:
Electrical Engineering
Electronics
Pcb Design
Microcontrollers
Ultrasonic Gas Metering
Embedded Systems
Engineering
Debugging
Dirk Steckmann Photo 2

Dirk Steckmann

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Senior Designer At Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.

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Position:
Senior Designer at Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.
Location:
Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area
Industry:
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Work:
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.
Senior Designer

Publications

Us Patents

Device For Determining And Maintaining Mold Gyration Angle In A Gyratory Compactor

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US Patent:
7370574, May 13, 2008
Filed:
Sep 28, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/536124
Inventors:
Raffaello Verna - Creedmoor NC, US
Dirk Matthew Steckmann - Cary NC, US
William A. Gowan - Raleigh NC, US
Rayvonn Donnell Core - Mebane NC, US
William Matthew Moscrip - Durham NC, US
Assignee:
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc. - Research Triangle Park NC
International Classification:
G01N 3/62
G01N 3/08
B30B 15/14
US Classification:
100 48, 73 114, 73 115, 73824, 100 99
Abstract:
A gyratory compactor apparatus is provided for interacting with a sample within a generally cylindrical mold having a flange. Such an apparatus comprises a frame defining an axis and an offsetable member engaged with the frame for engaging one end of the mold. The offsetable member is displaceable from the axis and is concurrently movable in an orbital motion thereabout. A pressure ram is movable along the axis and a mold-engaging device is engaged with the frame for receiving the mold such that the mold and frame axes are coaxial. The pressure ram is axially movable within the mold to apply a compaction pressure on the sample, and thereby maintains a portion of the mold at a gyration point along the frame axis. The mold-engaging device axially moves the mold into engagement with the offsetable member. A securing device engaged with the offsetable member and movable therewith reversibly engages the mold to secure the mold to the offsetable member as the secured end is moved in the orbital motion by the offsetable member.

Nuclear Gauges And Methods Of Configuration And Calibration Of Nuclear Gauges

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US Patent:
8164048, Apr 24, 2012
Filed:
Jan 5, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/348821
Inventors:
Donald E. Weger - Wendell NC, US
Dirk M. Steckmann - Cary NC, US
Robert E. Troxler - Raleigh NC, US
Assignee:
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc. - Research Triangle Park NC
International Classification:
G12B 13/00
US Classification:
2502521, 25039004, 25039005
Abstract:
Nuclear gauges and method of configuration and methods of calibrations of the nuclear gauges are provided. The nuclear gauges are used in measuring the density and/or moisture of construction-related materials. The nuclear gauge can include a gauge housing having a vertical cavity therethrough and at least one radiation detector located within the housing. The nuclear gauge can include a vertically moveable source rod and a radiation source operatively positioned within a distal end of the source rod.

Calibration Of Gyratory Compactor Apparatuses And Associated Methods

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US Patent:
8359900, Jan 29, 2013
Filed:
Jan 11, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/685519
Inventors:
Francis D. Caulfield - Raleigh NC, US
Raffaello Verna - Creedmoor NC, US
Donald E. Weger - Wendell NC, US
Francois J. Malassenet - Raleigh NC, US
Dirk M. Steckmann - Cary NC, US
Assignee:
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc. - Research Triangle Park NC
International Classification:
G01C 25/00
G01N 3/08
US Classification:
73 177, 73818
Abstract:
A method for calibrating a gyratory compactor apparatus is provided. The gyratory compactor apparatus is of the type being configured to compact and impart an orbital motion to a sample in a mold that defines a mold axis and includes at least one actuator for imparting lateral displacement of the mold relative to a longitudinal axis of the gyratory compactor apparatus. The method includes the steps of imparting lateral orbital displacement of the mold relative to the gyratory compactor apparatus by actuation of the at least one actuator to thereby define a gyratory angle between the gyratory compactor apparatus and the mold axis, measuring the gyratory angle, and determining adjustments to actuation of the at least one actuator based on the measured gyratory angle and a target angle. An associated apparatus and method for calibrating the apparatus are also included.

Interaction Device For A Mold For A Gyratory Compactor

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US Patent:
7360444, Apr 22, 2008
Filed:
Sep 28, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/536110
Inventors:
Raffaello Verna - Creedmoor NC, US
Dirk Matthew Steckmann - Cary NC, US
William A. Gowan - Raleigh NC, US
Rayvonn Donnell Core - Mebane NC, US
William Matthew Moscrip - Durham NC, US
Assignee:
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc. - Research Triangle Park NC
International Classification:
G01N 3/08
US Classification:
73856, 73824
Abstract:
A gyratory compactor apparatus is provided for interacting with a sample within a generally cylindrical mold having a flange. Such an apparatus comprises a frame defining an axis and an offsetable member engaged with the frame for engaging one end of the mold. The offsetable member is displaceable from the axis and is concurrently movable in an orbital motion thereabout. A pressure ram is movable along the axis and a mold-engaging device is engaged with the frame for receiving the mold such that the mold and frame axes are coaxial. The pressure ram is axially movable within the mold to apply a compaction pressure on the sample, and thereby maintains a portion of the mold at a gyration point along the frame axis. The mold-engaging device axially moves the mold into engagement with the offsetable member. A securing device engaged with the offsetable member and movable therewith reversibly engages the mold to secure the mold to the offsetable member as the secured end is moved in the orbital motion by the offsetable member.

Gyratory Compactor Apparatus And Associated Devices And Methods

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US Patent:
20040194552, Oct 7, 2004
Filed:
Jan 9, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/755123
Inventors:
Raffaello Verna - Creedmoor NC, US
Dirk Steckmann - Cary NC, US
William Gowan - Raleigh NC, US
Rayvonn Core - Mebane NC, US
William Moscrip - Durham NC, US
Assignee:
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.
International Classification:
G01N003/08
US Classification:
073/824000
Abstract:
A gyratory compactor apparatus is provided for interacting with a sample within a generally cylindrical mold having a flange. Such an apparatus comprises a frame defining an axis and an offsetable member engaged with the frame for engaging one end of the mold. The offsetable member is displaceable from the axis and is concurrently movable in an orbital motion thereabout. A pressure ram is movable along the axis and a mold-engaging device is engaged with the frame for receiving the mold such that the mold and frame axes are coaxial. The pressure ram is axially movable within the mold to apply a compaction pressure on the sample, and thereby maintains a portion of the mold at a gyration point along the frame axis. The mold-engaging device axially moves the mold into engagement with the offsetable member. A securing device engaged with the offsetable member and movable therewith reversibly engages the mold to secure the mold to the offsetable member as the secured end is moved in the orbital motion by the offsetable member. The mold is thereby gyrated and dynamically maintained at a gyration angle. Associated apparatuses, devices, and methods are also provided.

Nuclear Gauges And Related Methods Of Assembly

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US Patent:
20090274275, Nov 5, 2009
Filed:
Jan 5, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/348784
Inventors:
James E. Bartlett - Cary NC, US
Raffaello Verna - Creedmoor NC, US
Donald E. Weger - Wendell NC, US
Dirk M. Steckmann - Cary NC, US
International Classification:
G01B 15/02
H05G 2/00
F23Q 23/08
B23P 11/00
US Classification:
378 89, 378119, 445 3, 29428
Abstract:
Nuclear gauges, their components and method for assembly and adjustment of the same are provided. The nuclear gauges are used in measuring the density and/or moisture of construction-related materials. The nuclear gauge can include a gauge housing having a vertical cavity therethrough and at least one radiation detector located within the housing. The nuclear gauge can include a vertically moveable source rod and a radiation source operatively positioned within a distal end of the source rod.

Method And Apparatus For Controlling Gas Flow Via A Gas Shut-Off Valve Assembly

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US Patent:
20120031499, Feb 9, 2012
Filed:
Aug 9, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/852684
Inventors:
Tim Scott - Lawrenceville GA, US
Dirk Steckmann - Cary NC, US
Daniel W. Peace - Punxsatawney PA, US
Doug Vargas - DuBois PA, US
Assignee:
SENSUS USA INC. - Raleigh NC
International Classification:
F16K 37/00
US Classification:
137 14, 137557
Abstract:
The present invention comprises a method and apparatus for controlling gas flow via a gas shut-off valve assembly. In at least one embodiment, the assembly is configured to drive its shut-off valve from an open position to a closed position, in response to detecting a valve closure condition. The assembly in one or more embodiments operates as an intelligent node in an AMR network, and it interprets a received closure command as a closure condition. Additionally, or alternatively, the assembly detects abnormal operating conditions as the closure condition. Advantageously, the assembly performs initial closure verification, based on detecting movement of the valve into the closed position, and performs subsequent closure verification, based on monitoring downstream gas pressure. In the same or other embodiments, the assembly provides enhanced stand-alone reliability and safety by incorporating one or more valve clearing/cleaning routines into its operations.

Nuclear Gauges And Methods Of Configuration And Calibration Of Nuclear Gauges

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US Patent:
20120169456, Jul 5, 2012
Filed:
Mar 7, 2012
Appl. No.:
13/414680
Inventors:
Donald E. Weger - Wendell NC, US
Dirk M. Steckmann - Cary NC, US
Robert E. Troxler - Raleigh NC, US
International Classification:
G05B 19/02
US Classification:
340 434
Abstract:
Nuclear gauges and method of configuration and methods of calibrations of the nuclear gauges are provided. The nuclear gauges are used in measuring the density and/or moisture of construction-related materials. The nuclear gauge can include a gauge housing having a vertical cavity therethrough and at least one radiation detector located within the housing. The nuclear gauge can include a vertically moveable source rod and a radiation source operatively positioned within a distal end of the source rod.
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