Mass velocity sensor device and method for remote monitoring and visual verification of fluid velocity
AssigneeFluidics Hawaii LLC
InventorsRichard DeVerse, Mick Chavez-Pardini
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Abstract
A wireless multi-range, mass velocity sensor assembly for remote monitoring with direct on-site visual validation of mass velocity is provided. In certain implementations, the sensor assembly comprises a channel body fixture, an obstruction mounted within an aperture formed in the inlet or outlet of the channel body fixture, and an arcuate indicator that protrudes above the fluid flow path and provides clear visual readout of the flow velocity. In some implementations, the sensor assembly can be easily adapted for existing back check valve and other back flow prevention devices.
Claims7
A fluid flow sensor assembly adapted for measuring in-line fluid velocity, comprising:
- an fluid obstruction member, said obstruction member comprising an arcuate appendage extending outwardly from a distal end of the obstruction member;
- an indicator lid assembly, said indicator lid assembly having an arcuate configuration and comprises a rim and a receiver pocket adapted for receiving at least a portion of the arcuate appendage;
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- wherein said fluid obstruction member is attached to the protruding lid via a rotatable shaft, wherein the fluid obstruction member is pivotable about the shaft, wherein the rim of the protruding lid is adapted to attach to an aperture in a pipe line.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.