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Method for metrologically differentiating material regions of a page-like, web-like or sheet-like material and device therefor

US9465021B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 21, 2014
Grant dateOct 11, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 23, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H2701/194
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and device for metrologically differentiating material regions, namely majority regions and minority regions of a page-like, web-like or sheet-like material. At least one sensor receives a measuring signal of variable amplitude, the amplitude being variable depending on the material region located in a spatial detection range of the sensor. The amplitude is increased by a controllable amplifier. The material is moved relatively to the sensor such that majority regions are located in the spatial detection range of the sensor more frequently than minority regions. The method is characterized in that in phases, in which majority regions undergo examination by means of the sensor, by means of the amplifier regulation of the amplitude to a set point is carried out and the sensor generates a signal “majority region”, and that in situations, in which the amplitude undergoes a sufficient change, the sensor generates a signal “minority region”.

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