Fluid monitoring apparatus and method
US7878058B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 15, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 28, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G9/10
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fluid monitoring apparatus and method is disclosed for use in an underground utility vault. Specifically, a system utilizing multiple sensors to determine the total amount and type of fluid present in a utility vault is disclosed. A first sensor located above the fluid detects and determines the overall depth of fluid present. A second sensor, relying on specific properties of the fluid(s) present, is located in contact with the fluids present. The information regarding specific fluid level and type is conveyed to a central location for monitoring.
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