Self cleaning photo eye apparatus and method
US10983335B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 20, 2018 |
| Grant date | Apr 20, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB08B5/02
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for self cleaning of a photo eye sensor in a machine includes at least one air nozzle disposed in air discharge communication with a surface to be cleaned of the photo eye sensor. The air nozzle is in air flow communication with air exhaust from an air cylinder of a component of the machine. Related, corresponding, or associated methods for self cleaning a photo eye sensor in a machine are also disclosed.
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