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Method and apparatus for detecting the presence of yarns

US4088010A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 1976
Grant dateMay 9, 1978
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Expiry dateDec 30, 1996

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H2701/31
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for sensing the presence or absence of yarns using a simple airflow in an open slot formed between parallel plates, the pressure upstream of the proper yarn path being sensed. In one form, the pressure is sensed at multiple points and averaged to accommodate yarn oscillation.

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