Thermal sensor

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2007-06-05

2007-06-05

Tweel, Jr., John (Department: 2612)

Communications: electrical

Condition responsive indicating system

Specific condition

C340S580000, C374S163000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10499162

ABSTRACT:
A thermal sensor is provided, which is distinguished in that it includes means for removing a deposit on a sensing element of the sensor. In addition, means for detecting the deposit may be provided. The means for removing the deposit are realized by a trigger circuit for the sensing element, which brings about heating of the sensing element. In addition, a reference sensing element may be utilized as well, which is used both for indirect heating and for checking the sensing element. Due to the use of a catalytic layer on the sensing element, a deposit may be removed at relatively low temperatures.

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