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Methods and apparatus for inspecting materials

US7622917B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 6, 2008
Grant dateNov 24, 2009
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N27/902
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for inspecting materials such as cylindrical and tubular members are disclosed. One apparatus includes a frame that supports a magnetic coil and a detector assembly, the detector assembly having one or more magnetic detectors adapted to be spaced a first distance from the material being inspected by one or more substantially frictionless members.

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