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Magnetic probe apparatus and method for providing a wireless connection to a detection device

US7746241B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 2007
Grant dateJun 29, 2010
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01D3/08
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for communicating information from a detection device is provided through a waterproof and wireless interface. The system generally includes a communication member having an inductor and coupled to the detection device. An interface including another inductor is in communicating relation with the communication member. Upon a signal from the detection device, a magnetic field is produced by the inductor of the communication member and is transmitted to the inductor of the interface.

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