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Polymer processability evaluation through on-line image processing

US7514032B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 1, 2003
Grant dateApr 7, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C2948/92428
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This invention discloses the use of one or three cameras equipped with a charge coupled device (CCD) sensor and of laser detectors for characterizing respectively in two or three dimensions, the behavior of an extrudate at the exit of a die, said CCD camera(s) being synchronized with a flash by the laser detectors.

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