External solids level detection for a collection vessel
US12072225B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 17, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC02F2209/42
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A mixed fluid collection apparatus includes a collection vessel configured to contain a fluid comprising a first component and a second component. The collection vessel includes an outer shell within which the fluid is contained. An emitter is coupled to an outside of the outer shell at a first position, and is configured to emit an acoustic signal into the outer shell. A receiver is coupled to the outside of the outer shell at a second position, with the receiver being configured to detect the acoustic signal emitted by the emitter. A controller is coupled to the emitter and the receiver. The controller is configured to determine a time between when the acoustic signal is emitted and when the acoustic signal is detected, and the controller is configured to determine a level of the second component in the collection vessel based on the time.
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