Flexible eddy current array probe and methods of assembling the same
US7952348B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/4902
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of assembling an eddy current probe for use in nondestructive testing of a sample is described. The method includes positioning at least one substantially planar spiral drive coil within the eddy current probe, such that the drive coil is at least one of adjacent to and at least partially within a flexible material. The method further includes coupling at least one unpackaged solid-state magnetic field sensor to the at least one drive coil.
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