Radiant energy – Photocells; circuits and apparatus – Optical or pre-photocell system
Patent
1998-05-13
2000-06-27
Allen, Stephone B.
Radiant energy
Photocells; circuits and apparatus
Optical or pre-photocell system
25022714, 340682, G01M 1108
Patent
active
060809825
ABSTRACT:
Fiber optic filaments are embedded at a bearing surface. In the context of a mechanical bearing system, the filaments wear as the surface wears. Based on the observed amount of light which is transmitted through the filaments, the degradation of the filaments is related in a measurable way to the wear of the bearing surface. The sole power requisite for inventive operation is light, for observation purposes. As compared with convention approaches to wear measurement, the invention more accurately measures wear of the bearing itself and is therefore a better predictor of servicing requirements. Inventive practice of remote wear monitoring is a viable and preferable option.
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