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Eddy current magnetic crash sensor

US7839143B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Filing dateOct 31, 2007
Grant dateNov 23, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 4, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R21/0134
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

At least one time-varying signal is applied to a plurality of coil elements in cooperative relationship with and spanning different portions of a vehicle. The coil elements generate an associated plurality of magnetic field components that interact with the vehicle. At least one detection circuit generates a detected signal responsive to signal components from the coil elements so as to provide for detecting a change in a magnetic condition of the vehicle.

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