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Sorting systems and sensing devices for use therewith

US3997013A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 5, 1974
Grant dateDec 14, 1976
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Expiry dateAug 5, 1994

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB07C5/18
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A sensing device is provided which increases the versatility of sorting and conveying systems employing the device while simplifying their construction. The sensing device comprises a weight sensor and means for at least momentarily causing the weight of an article to apply a force directly or indirectly to the weight sensor.

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