Measuring and testing – Liquid analysis or analysis of the suspension of solids in a... – By vibration
Reexamination Certificate
2007-10-09
2007-10-09
Williams, Hezron (Department: 2856)
Measuring and testing
Liquid analysis or analysis of the suspension of solids in a...
By vibration
C073S053010, C073S865900
Reexamination Certificate
active
11104287
ABSTRACT:
A system and method for determining the atomization characteristics of fluids being emitted by a nozzle is disclosed. In one embodiment, a fluid is emitted through a nozzle while simultaneously sensing vibrations occurring within the nozzle. The vibrations provide information about the atomization characteristics of the fluid. By comparing the sensed vibrations to vibration patterns produced by known fluids through the same or a similar nozzle, the atomization characteristics of the fluid being tested can be predicted. In one embodiment, for instance, the atomization characteristics of a fluid may be determined as a function of velocity or flow rate through the nozzle.
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Giles Durham Kenimer
Stocker Russell
Dority & Manning PA
Frank Rodney
Williams Hezron
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