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Particle size measuring method and apparatus

US4387993A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 25, 1981
Grant dateJun 14, 1983
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Expiry dateJun 25, 2001

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N21/47
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A particle size measuring apparatus and method has a laser unit and optics that provide a central focused light area surrounded by an annular focused light area. Particles moving with fluid through the center of central focus light area cause the light to scatter. The scattered light is sensed and converted to readable signals indicative of particle size.

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