Focusing probe for moisture measurement device
OwnerSteven L. Jacquesinventor
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Abstract
In an apparatus for measuring the moisture content of a target material, the apparatus has means for generating an electromagnetic wave of a microwave frequency. The electromagnetic wave is guided by a guiding means. Detecting means are provided for detecting the wave. Focussing means are provided to focus the wave onto the target, at a specified depth, which is adjustable.
Claims15
An apparatus for measuring the moisture content of a target, at a particular depth in said target, wherein said apparatus comprises:
- means for generating an electromagnetic wave of a microwave frequency,
- means for guiding said wave;
- means for detecting said wave;
- and
- means for focusing said wave onto said depth in said target.
In an apparatus for measuring the moisture content of a target, at a particular depth in said target, wherein said apparatus has means for generating an electromagnetic wave of a microwave frequency;
- means for guiding said wave;
- and means for detecting said wave;
- wherein the improvement to said apparatus comprises:
- means for focusing said wave onto said depth in said target.
A focusing probe for use with an electrical measuring device to measure a parameter of a target material at various sample depths comprising
- a plurality of spaced electrical conductors;
- and
- means for switching the electrical connection from said measuring device to said conductors such that a plurality of measurements of said parameter are made at various sample depths.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.