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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7333204 | Method and device for analysing a gas likely to contain particles or suspended aerosols The present method uses a spectrophotometric and/or ionisation detection device in which the gas to be analyzed and illuminated by a light source emitting in a range of wavelengths distinct from the one used for spectrophotometry so as to carry out a nephelometric a... | 02/19/2008 |
| 5417175 | Device for adjustable height fastening of the tack point of a sail on the sail reefer The device for adjustable height fastening of the tack point of a sail on the sail reefer according to the invention uses a sail tack point fastening ring, mounted slidably on the reefer tube, and a screw enabling this ring to be immobilized on the tube a... | 05/23/1995 |
