Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g. – Determining distance – Material level within container
Patent
1999-07-15
2000-12-26
Lobo, Ian J.
Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g.,
Determining distance
Material level within container
73290R, 342129, G01S 1388, G01F 23284
Patent
active
061666815
ABSTRACT:
Radar is used to measure not only the level of slag on molten steel but also its thickness; the measurement is used to calculate the volume of slag, and, in turn the amount of additives for slag treatment. Time-of-flight data are used to identify peaks representing the distances of the surfaces of the slag and the surface of the underlying steel. The concept is applicable to other materials of differing composition, and particularly where the underlying material is relatively more conductive than the overlying material.
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Estocin John G.
Kemeny Frank L.
Marquardt Roger
Meszaros Gregory A.
Walker David I.
Krayer William L.
Lobo Ian J.
USX Corporation
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