20240011807. ULTRASONIC FLOW METER INCLUDING REFLECTORS POSITIONED BY INJECTION MOLDING TOOL simplified abstract (Badger Meter, Inc.)

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ULTRASONIC FLOW METER INCLUDING REFLECTORS POSITIONED BY INJECTION MOLDING TOOL

Organization Name

Badger Meter, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Logan Tatem of Grafton WI (US)

Daniel James Brennan of Whitefish Bay WI (US)

Kirk Patrick Henderson of Oconomowoc WI (US)

ULTRASONIC FLOW METER INCLUDING REFLECTORS POSITIONED BY INJECTION MOLDING TOOL - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240011807 titled 'ULTRASONIC FLOW METER INCLUDING REFLECTORS POSITIONED BY INJECTION MOLDING TOOL

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a computer-implemented method for forming a flow insert for an ultrasonic flow meter. The method involves positioning reflectors in a flow insert cavity, which is designed to receive plastic through injection molding. The reflectors are fixed in position along the ultrasonic signal path within the flow insert cavity. A flow insert body is then formed by injection molding, which defines an ultrasonic signal path within a flow conduit. The flow insert body integrates one or more reflectors during the injection molding process, providing ultrasonic signal reflection along the signal path.

  • The method involves positioning reflectors in a flow insert cavity for an ultrasonic flow meter.
  • The flow insert cavity is configured to receive plastic through injection molding.
  • The reflectors are fixed in position along the ultrasonic signal path within the flow insert cavity.
  • A flow insert body is formed by injection molding, which defines an ultrasonic signal path within a flow conduit.
  • One or more reflectors are integrated within the flow insert body during the injection molding process.
  • The integrated reflectors provide ultrasonic signal reflection along the signal path.

Potential Applications

  • Ultrasonic flow meters in various industries such as oil and gas, water management, and chemical processing.
  • Flow measurement and monitoring in pipelines, tanks, and other fluid systems.

Problems Solved

  • Ensures accurate and reliable flow measurement by providing a defined ultrasonic signal path.
  • Facilitates the integration of reflectors within the flow insert body, eliminating the need for additional assembly steps.
  • Enables efficient and cost-effective manufacturing of flow inserts through injection molding.

Benefits

  • Improved accuracy and reliability of ultrasonic flow meter measurements.
  • Simplified manufacturing process with integrated reflectors.
  • Cost savings due to streamlined production and assembly.


Original Abstract Submitted

a computer-implement method for forming a flow insert for an ultrasonic flow meter. the method includes positioning one or more reflectors in a flow insert cavity configured to receive plastic by injection molding and configured to define an ultrasonic signal path based on machined surfaces of the mold and fixing the one or more reflectors in position along the ultrasonic signal path extending into the flow insert cavity. the method further includes forming a flow insert body by injection molding and configured to define an ultrasonic signal path within a flow conduit that includes one or more reflectors integrated within the flow insert body during the injection molding and providing ultrasonic signal reflection along the ultrasonic signal path.

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