18520823. LIQUID LEVEL DETECTOR simplified abstract (YAZAKI CORPORATION)
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LIQUID LEVEL DETECTOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kenichi Tanaka of Shizuoka (JP)
LIQUID LEVEL DETECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18520823 titled 'LIQUID LEVEL DETECTOR
Simplified Explanation
The liquid level detector described in the patent application includes a float, an arm, a holder, a frame with a shaft, a detection part to measure the rotation angle of the holder, a ground terminal connected to the detection part, and a conductive part embedded in the frame with one end connected to the ground terminal and the other end positioned to make contact with the arm. The frame also has stoppers to restrict the rotation range of the holder.
- Float-based liquid level detector
- Arm and holder mechanism
- Frame with shaft and detection part
- Ground terminal and conductive part for detection
- Stopper mechanism to restrict rotation range
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in various industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and agriculture for monitoring liquid levels in tanks, reservoirs, and other containers.
Problems Solved
1. Accurate monitoring of liquid levels 2. Preventing overflow or underflow situations
Benefits
1. Improved liquid level detection accuracy 2. Prevents wastage of liquids 3. Easy to install and maintain
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing liquid level monitoring systems for industrial use
Possible Prior Art
There are existing liquid level detectors that use similar float and arm mechanisms for measuring liquid levels in containers. However, the specific design and integration of the conductive part in the frame may be unique to this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the conductive part interact with the arm to detect liquid levels accurately?
The conductive part is connected to the ground terminal and positioned to make contact with the arm, allowing for the detection of liquid levels based on the rotation angle of the holder.
What materials are used in the construction of the frame and conductive part for durability and reliability?
The materials used in the frame and conductive part must be able to withstand varying liquid conditions and environmental factors to ensure long-term functionality of the liquid level detector.
Original Abstract Submitted
A liquid level detector includes: a float; an arm; a holder; a frame having a shaft; a detection part that is provided in the frame and detects a rotation angle of the holder; a ground terminal connected to the detection part; and a conductive part having a first end portion connected to the ground terminal and a second end portion positioned so as to be contactable with respect to the arm, and that is at least partially embedded in the frame, wherein the frame has a pair of first stoppers that come into contact with the distal end side of the arm from a position facing the shaft, thereby restricting a rotation range of the holder, and the second end portion is exposed toward a trajectory of the arm from each of a first stopper surface and a second stopper surface constituting the pair of first stoppers.
