Acoustic sensor for proactive fault monitoring in computer systems
US7707890B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01H1/12
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the present invention provide a system for detecting vibrations from a component. The system operates by coupling vibrations from a component to a membrane using a flexible connecting line. The membrane converts the vibrations into acoustic waves that are transmitted through a medium. Finally, a microphone detects the acoustic waves in the medium and converts the acoustic waves into electrical signals.
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