Methods and systems for optical wear sensing
US9297708B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01M11/086
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for use in monitoring a physical interface between a structural opening and a medium. A system is provided comprising a medium operable to pass through a plurality of structural openings and a sensing system associated with the medium. The sensing system includes at least one physical interface positioned at locations where the medium passes through one of the plurality of structural openings. The at least one physical interface includes at least one waveguide for monitoring changes to the at least one physical interface.
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