Systems and methods for non-destructive mass sensing

Details Systems and methods for non-destructive mass sensing Systems and methods for non-destructive mass sensing

2007-12-04

2009-06-30

Williams, Hezron (Department: 2856)

Measuring and testing

Mass

Reexamination Certificate

active

07552655

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides systems and methods for measuring the mass of a substance. In one method, energy is applied to a substance and a response resulting from the application of energy as measured. The mass of the substance is then determined based at least in part on the measured response.

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