Illuminated rain gauge

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2006-12-26

2006-12-26

Lefkowitz, Edward (Department: 2855)

Measuring and testing

Meteorology

Precipitation

Reexamination Certificate

active

07152468

ABSTRACT:
An illuminated rain gauge comprising an elongated, transparent collection vessel or tube having upper and lower ends with the lower end thereof being closed by a plug and which has a funnel-shaped collector at the upper end thereof. A support is positioned within the funnel-shaped collector and has a solar collector or panel mounted thereon. A light source such as an LED is positioned on the underside of the support and is powered by the solar panel. The LED directs light into the collection vessel so that the rainfall amounts may be determined during periods of darkness. The illuminated rain gauge may take many forms and/or shapes. In one embodiment, the light source is battery powered. In another embodiment, the light source is battery powered and wireless controlled.

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