Fluid measurement

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2006-05-02

2006-05-02

Bui, Bryan (Department: 2863)

Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing

Measurement system in a specific environment

Mechanical measurement system

C073S001830, C073S29000R, C073S861180, C073S861290, C141S095000, C702S055000, C702S056000

Reexamination Certificate

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07039530

ABSTRACT:
Techniques for fluid measurement include the ability to introduce a vibration to a container wall and to detect the vibration after the vibration has propagated at least partially around the container wall. Based on the detection of the vibration, the techniques also include the ability to determine a fluid state.

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