Abstract:
An apparatus for automatically metering milk drawn by a milker has a float-type milk meter (1) for metering milk (3) communicating with an evacuated milk pipeline (23) and with an evacuated milk collector (25) which is connected to a vacuum system (27) and to a milk pump (33) which are connected, in turn, to a unit (36) for adjusting the float-type milk meter (1) for milk (3) for an optimum batch of freshly drawn milk (3) from a single cow.
Abstract:
A simple device for measuring flow rate of liquid in a partially-full pipe. This device comprises a generally vertical, first chamber into which liquid is introduced, a non-opaque, second generally vertical chamber in communication with the lower portion of the first chamber, an orifice communicating with the lower portion of the first and second chambers, an overflow leg and an outlet for liquid passing through the orifice or overflow. The height of liquid in the second chamber provides a visible indication of the flow rate.
Abstract:
This invention provides a fluid flow meter including an elongated tube and an element adapted for connection to a fluid line, the elongated tube including one or more orifice openings of predetermined area, and indicia correlated with the area of the orifice opening for providing a reading of fluid flow dependent upon the level to which fluid rises in the elongated tube. In one embodiment the tube includes a plurality of scales for indicating different ranges of flow rates, and an orifice opening corresponding to each of said scales, said orifice openings being of different areas and selectively openable so that said scales can individually be made to show fluid flow rates.
Abstract:
A sewer flow measurement method and system for determining flow conditions of a sewer line system wherein separately located monitors make and record precisely synchronized and time identifiable pressure measurements, utilizing pressure-to-signal transducers positioned on the bottom of pipes where they exit into manholes. A cassette recorder records the different pressure related signals from the monitors together with a discrete identification signal from each monitor. The outputs of the recorder are then fed to a pressure-to-flow computer which provides location identified, time-synchronized, flow data for the system.
Abstract:
Gravity flow of liquid in sewer pipes or similar conduits is determined in the absence of a weir, flume, or similar flow-rating device by sensing the depth of the liquid in the pipe, converting such depth to the corresponding rate of flow through the pipe in accordance with a known relationship of depth to flow and without performing any mental computation, and providing a readable indication of instantaneous flow rate, and/or optionally integrating the flow rate over time, recording such flow rate and/or the integrated flow, printing out one or the other, or both, etc. Apparatus for doing so includes a pressure sensor, a depth-to-flow converter, and usually a separate indicator/recorder. Unlike systems utilizing flumes or weirs, this apparatus and this method can accommodate sludge deposited in a pipe or other conduit to be monitored.
Abstract:
A method is provided for monitoring liquid flow in an open pipe or conduit wherein sensor means is located adjacent the invert or bed at the inside thereof and the depth of liquid is determined by the bubbler method. To minimize interferences with the liquid flow the bubble fluid is conducted from the exterior along the inside wall and to the vicinity of the flow bed in the pipe or conduit. The sensor means and the bubble fluid conductor are retainable in place by supporting means adapted to be expanded into secure frictional engagement with the inside wall of the pipe or conduit. The flow is determined by releasing the bubble fluid bubble-wise against the static pressure of the overlying liquid, sensing such pressure, indicating it in terms of liquid depth, and converting depth to flow by conventional methods.
Abstract:
A fluid flow level detector contacts a fluid surface in an open channel providing a fluid surface height signal related to a predetermined reference height level. The flow level detector immediately withdraws upon contacting the fluid surface and exhibits a time delay before subsequently seeking to regain surface contact. Auxiliary signals are produced related to specific predetermined fluid surface height levels. The fluid surface signal is directed to a computer where it is converted into a signal related to flow volume by a function read-only memory. Totalized flow volume is provided along with an optional time display recording.
Abstract:
A device to receive a discharge of liquid comprising, a receptacle having a chamber and port means adjacent an upper end of the receptacle to receive the discharge for passage of the discharge into the chamber. The device has means intermediate the port means and chamber for breaking up the discharge.
Abstract:
An indicator for the colorimetric detection of urine in combination with an apparatus for measuring the approximate peak flow rate of a liquid discharge is disclosed. The indicator comprises an absorbent carrier bearing an indicating chemical which undergoes an irreversible color change upon exposure to one or more of the ions present in urine.
Abstract:
An apparatus for measuring the approximate peak flow rate of a liquid discharge having a hollow receptacle. The receptacle has an inlet port adjacent the upper end of the receptacle to receive the liquid discharge, and a compartment below the inlet port to receive the discharge passing through the inlet port. The receptacle also has a channel adjacent the compartment, and an upright wall in the receptacle separating the compartment from the channel. The wall has opening means communicating between the compartment and the channel to permit passage of liquid from the compartment to the channel as the liquid collects in the compartment. The receptacle includes means for indicating the maximum height of liquid collected in the compartment during the discharge to determine the approximate peak flow rate of the liquid discharge. The liquid passes from the channel to a container for collection therein, and the total volume of the discharge may also be determined from indicia on the container.