Apparatus and method for automated indexing of a nuclear gauge
US6617599B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 31, 2001 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N23/02
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides a method and apparatus for facilitating calibration of a nuclear gauge by automating the movement of a source rod between a plurality of source rod positions. The apparatus can include a linearly moveable member, such as a threaded rod, a motorized linear actuator, such as a stepper motor, and a source rod grip attached to the linearly moveable member for affixing the source rod to the member.
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