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Coriolis flowmeter with zero checking feature

US8775110B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 11, 2011
Grant dateJul 8, 2014
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Expiry dateOct 11, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01F1/849
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Descriptions are provided for implementing flowmeter zero checking techniques. In operating a flowmeter, it may be the case that, even if previously calibrated, the flowmeter will produce erroneous measurements, will indicate a non-zero flow during a period of zero flow. Therefore, zero checking features are provided that allow for fast and accurate determinations of the zero-flow values, for use in adjusting later measurements. The zero-checking features include a button attached to an exterior of a flowmeter, so that it is easily accessible to an operator of the flowmeter. The button, in conjunction with an internal zero checking system, allows for a display of a zero value in response to a request from the operator of the flowmeter.

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