Patent
1989-02-15
1990-01-16
Sikes, William L.
350 9633, G02B 620, G02B 644
Patent
active
048938955
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for measuring the tip location of a consumable electrode in an electric arc furnace employing an optical fiber with high temperature capability and an optical time domain reflectometer. The optical fiber is encased with a metal tube to prevent the optical fiber from slipping therein and to provide high temperature capability.
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Berthold John W.
Carter H. Randy
Edwards Robert J.
Kalka Daniel S.
Matas Vytas R.
Sikes William L.
The Babcock & Wilcox Company
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