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Trailer cargo detection using ultrasonic transducers

US7015824B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 1, 2003
Grant dateMar 21, 2006
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Expiry dateAug 1, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01S15/88
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A cargo detector for use in a trailer that includes an ultrasonic transducer for covering the entire interior area of the trailer. In particular, the cargo detector has three modes including short range, long range, and proximity range, and can detect cargoes located flush against a front or rear wall of the trailer.

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