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Object separation device using optical method

US7511263B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 3, 2004
Grant dateMar 31, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 28, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N15/1434
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for separation of particles with different sizes. The method introduces radiation in a waveguide, coupled to a second guide in a coupling area, the radiation entraining all particles towards the coupling area, and separates the particles as they pass into the coupling area.

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