Method and apparatus for determining electrical contact wear

Details Method and apparatus for determining electrical contact wear Method and apparatus for determining electrical contact wear

2006-05-02

2006-05-02

Wells, Nikita (Department: 2881)

Radiant energy

Radiation tracer methods

C250S295000, C250S484200, C250S461100

Reexamination Certificate

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07038201

ABSTRACT:
A fluorescent trace material is provided within at least a portion of an electrical contact or interrupter assembly component, or a cavity defined therein. At least a portion of the fluorescent trace material is exposed or released from the electrical contact or interrupter assembly component, indicating a degree of component wear.

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