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Vortex generating mass flowmeter

Patent ·
OSTI ID:7002033

This patent describes a vortex generating flowmeter. It comprises: a first port; a second port; a flow measurement passage between the ports; a restriction formed in the flow passage between the first and second ports, the restriction comprising a converging diverging nozzle; a rod producing drag in the passage between the restriction and the second port; and means for sensing fluid pressure in the vicinity if the rod.

Assignee:
Vortran Corp., Culver City, CA
Patent Number(s):
US 4896541; A
Application Number:
PPN: US 7149475A
OSTI ID:
7002033
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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