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Measuring method and apparatus

US5422861A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 14, 1993
Grant dateJun 6, 1995
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Expiry dateJun 14, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07B2017/00685
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for measuring the dimensions and determining the three-dimensional, spatial volume of objects. An object detection system is employed to detect proper placement of an object to be measured, and waveguides are employed as standoffs and received wave isolators for reflected-wave sensors. An autocalibration method for ultrasonic sensors is also disclosed.

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