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Modular detector system

US6731207B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 28, 2000
Grant dateMay 4, 2004
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Expiry dateNov 28, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08B17/113
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A modular detector includes at least one module receiving port. Members of a plurality of modules have a common form factor and are removably insertable into the port. Members of the plurality, when inserted, implement a selected communication, sensing or output function. One module can be removed and replaced with another thereby changing detector characteristics. A respective detector could have several ports to receive a plurality of insertable modules.

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