Open-loop vertical drywell gradient correction system and method
US8366315B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 16, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01K15/005
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method are disclosed for controlling a drywell including a receiver having upper and lower ends with the lower end being more insulated than the upper and having a temperature sensor in thermal contact therewith. Upper and lower heaters are in thermal contact with the upper and lower ends respectively. A controller includes an integrated circuit having a temperature sensor. A reading from the integrated circuit is used to control power to the upper heater and reduce a temperature gradient between the upper and lower ends of the receiver.
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