Abstract: An optical sensor includes a sample cell through which a fluid flows, an optical sensor formed by an optical emitter and an optical detector. The sample cell and the optical sensor use light refraction to determine the presence and size of a bubble passing through the sample cell. A housing may also be included to provide better control over light refraction and to protect the optical sensor.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 10, 2003
Date of Patent:
June 15, 2004
Assignee:
Zeuex, Inc.
Inventors:
James A. Malmstrom, Kent F. Beck, Scott D. Miles