Submarine sampler

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2005-06-29

2008-12-16

Williams, Hezron E. (Department: 2856)

Measuring and testing

Liquid level or depth gauge

Hydrostatic pressure type

C073S29000R, C073S291000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07464589

ABSTRACT:
A flooded bin measurement system is provided that includes a submarine sampler for ascending and descending within a liquid of a bin and for measuring the depth of fluid at the submarine sampler's location. In one embodiment, the submarine sampler may ascend and descend along a vertical guide based on adjustments to it buoyancy compared with the liquid in the bin, which may be controlled manually and/or automatically. The measurement system may include a bubbler system for measuring hydrostatic pressure at the submarine sampler for determining its depth within the fluid of the bin. The submarine sampler may include a device having a hollow interior, an open bottom and an air supply line connected to the hollow interior. According to a further embodiment of the invention, the submarine sampler may be fixed to a line that is connected to a counterweight at its opposite end.

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