Measuring and testing – Vehicle drive train – Rear end
Patent
1993-08-23
1996-12-03
Raevis, Robert
Measuring and testing
Vehicle drive train
Rear end
285910, G01M 1500
Patent
active
055810195
ABSTRACT:
An improved insertable member is provided suitable for use as a seal monitoring gasket. In one embodiment, the insertable member employs an embedded electrically conductive element responsive to stresses placed upon it. When fatigue or a break occurs along the member body, changes in the electrical transmission properties of the conductive element provides data warning of changes or risks to the seal between component parts. The insertable member can include different conductive elements providing changes in signal from a variety of stresses which may be placed upon it, including tension, pressure, and/or temperature. Additionally, by forming the insertable member and/or the conductive element from material which will undergo changes in electrical properties upon compression, the insertable member can also provide feedback of the amount of constriction between component parts for proper installation and maintenance.
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Karlstrom Anders B. R.
McGregor Gordon L.
Minor Raymond B.
Johns David J.
Lewis White Carol A.
Raevis Robert
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
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