Measuring and testing – Liquid level or depth gauge – Immersible electrode type
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-03
2005-05-03
Williams, Hezron (Department: 2856)
Measuring and testing
Liquid level or depth gauge
Immersible electrode type
C073S317000, C073S305000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06886403
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed herein are sensors, and method for making an using the same. In one embodiment, the sensor comprises: a first electrode disposed on a ceramic substrate, wherein the first electrode comprises an amorphous metal material comprising a first metal selected from the group consisting of a Group 9 metal, a Group 10 metal, a Group 11 metal, and combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing first metals, and zirconium or at least one of phosphorus and boron.
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Anderson Conrad H.
Ireland Hugh W.
LaBarge William J.
Delphi Technologies Inc.
Frank Rodney
Funke Jimmy L.
Williams Hezron
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