Electronic grain probe insect counter (EGPIC)

Details Electronic grain probe insect counter (EGPIC) Electronic grain probe insect counter (EGPIC)

1995-02-17

1997-07-08

Porta, David P.

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

Infrared responsive

2503581, G01N 2100

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056464045

ABSTRACT:
An automated system has been developed that can acquire and remotely display data indicative of infestation levels in stored agricultural commodities. The system accurately records and time stamps each insect detection, across a full range of pertinent species' sizes, as they drop through a probe containing a sensor head.

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