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Leak detection

US3996789A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 28, 1975
Grant dateDec 14, 1976
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Expiry dateMar 28, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01M3/2853
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus is tested for leaks by enclosing it by an enclosure which includes a flexible bag in its walls, the bag passing through its mouth when the pressure in the enclosure changes as a result of a leak, or comprises a member which flexes as a result of sorption of leaking materials.

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