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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 6898339 | Multiple mode pre-loadable fiber optic pressure and temperature sensor A multiple mode pre-loadable fiber optic pressure and temperature sensor includes a generally cylindrical structure having at least one compression element, a fiber optic having a Bragg grating in contact with one side of the compression element, a diaphragm in cont... | 05/24/2005 |
| 6666081 | Sensor probe An elongate probe suitable for measuring one or more properties of a stream of fluid, the probe having an external planar sensing surface, which in use is exposed to the stream of fluid, at a longitudinal end thereof and comprising a plurality of sensors ... | 12/23/2003 |
| 6571605 | Constant-head soil permeameter for determining the hydraulic conductivity of earthen materials A constant-head soil permeameter for determining hydraulic conductivity of earthen materials is inserted into a borehole at the desired test depth. A calibrated reservoir, disposed on the ground surface, is attached thereto with a suitable length of hose.... | 06/03/2003 |
| 5515734 | Variable area flow meter A variable area flow meter (10) for monitoring the rate of flow of a cooling and lubricating fluid medium about a pump seal, having a transparent flow tube (27) through which the fluid flows. An indicating and cleaning assembly (40) is mounted within the ... | 05/14/1996 |
