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Fluid detector recognizing foam and surge conditions

US7630839B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 7, 2008
Grant dateDec 8, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01F25/20
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods for evaluating probe signal level readings in a manner that allows a low water detector to distinguish between a probe that is under a fluid level, or is above the fluid level and either being splashed or is within a foam. Low water detectors which utilize these systems and methods are also provided. The detectors generally utilize a representative probe reading, and a dynamic indicator between probe readings, for a set of probe readings taken in a time period to detect low water levels, foam, or surge.

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