Data processing: measuring – calibrating – or testing – Measurement system in a specific environment – Mechanical measurement system
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-27
2007-03-27
Bui, Bryan (Department: 2863)
Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing
Measurement system in a specific environment
Mechanical measurement system
C702S055000, C073S861000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10743212
ABSTRACT:
A method and system for monitoring a level of liquid fuel in a tank having a known capacity, wherein the tank fluidly communicates with a fuel supply line through which the fuel is delivered in gaseous form. The method comprises measuring a flow rate of gaseous fuel flowing through the supply line, calculating an expended fuel volume based on the measured flow rate, and determining a remaining liquid fuel level in the tank based on the expended fuel volume and tank capacity. A delivery of liquid fuel to the tank is prompted in response to the remaining liquid fuel level.
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Cole Jeffrey L.
Schimnowski Kenneth R.
Vanderah Richard J.
Woollums David E.
Bui Bryan
Fisher Controls International LLC.
Marshall & Gerstein & Borun LLP
Walling Meagan S
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