Optical moisture sensor using an expanded optical beam

Radiant energy – Photocells; circuits and apparatus – Optical or pre-photocell system

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250231R, H01J 516, H01J 4014

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048662658

ABSTRACT:
An optical moisture sensor including a housing having a port for coupling with an optical beam and an optical means for receiving the optical beam and providing therefrom an expanded, collimated optical beam, the optical means further including moisture responsive means for affecting the expanded, collimated beam.

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