Fluid container measurement system employing load cell linkage member
US9995619B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG16H40/63
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fluid container measurement system employing a load cell linkage member is disclosed. The fluid container measurement system is configured to suspend a load measurement assembly a distance above a support surface. The load measurement assembly houses a load cell and a measurement control circuit. The measurement control circuit is coupled to the load cell and configured to receive electrical signals indicative of a force imposed on the load cell. The load measurement assembly also includes or is configured to receive a load cell linkage member mechanically linked to the load cell. In this manner, a load placed on the load cell linkage member will be exerted on the load cell. Electrical signals generated by the load cell indicative of the force exerted on the load cell can be used to measure the fluid container attached to the load cell linkage member.
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