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System and method for performing a polarization scan in situ

US8562813B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 24, 2011
Grant dateOct 22, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 3, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N17/02
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for performing an in-situ polarization scan of a component surface includes a sensor connected to the component surface at a sensor connection, and the sensor generates a signal reflective of a current flow at the sensor connection. A power supply connected to the component surface at an electrical connection produces a voltage potential at the electrical connection. An electrolyte coats the sensor connection and the electrical connection. A method for performing an in-situ polarization scan of a component surface includes sensing a current flow on the component surface, generating a voltage potential on the component surface, and placing an electrolyte over at least a portion of the component surface.

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