Constant force compression tool
US9267870B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 22, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01F19/007
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
There is disclosed a constant force compression tool for measuring a compressible material. In an embodiment, the tool includes a handle having a passageway receiving a plunger. The tool includes a biasing member in communication with the plunger and the handle. The tool includes a retaining element in communication with the plunger and the handle. There is disclosed a system for measuring a compressible material with a measurement tube and a constant force compression tool. There is disclosed a method of measuring a compressible material. In an embodiment, the method includes selecting a measurement tube. The method includes placing a compressible material into the measurement tube. The method includes pressing a plunger against the compressible material. The method includes monitoring an indicator to determine a full volume of compressible material between the end of the plunger and the conical tube. Other embodiments are also disclosed.
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