Detection of heavy oil using fluorescence polarization

Details Detection of heavy oil using fluorescence polarization Detection of heavy oil using fluorescence polarization

2009-01-21

2010-06-01

Porta, David P (Department: 2884)

Radiant energy

Methods of determining oil presence, contamination or...

C250S484200

Reexamination Certificate

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07728291

ABSTRACT:
Viscous oil residues are located based on fluorescence polarization. Methods and apparatus in accordance with the invention may be integrated with autonomous and remotely operated undersea vehicles to map the location of oil spills.

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