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US7284431B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 14, 2003
Grant dateOct 23, 2007
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Expiry dateSep 6, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01V1/181
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An improved system for sensing ground motion is provided. The system generally comprises a shell and a case within the shell and connected by a suspension. The mass of the case is greater than the mass of the shell. An electrode within the shell detects relative motion between the shell and the case.

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