Patents Assigned to SAMI
  • Protection window for optical sensors in industrial applications
    Patent number: 5844668
    Abstract: This invention describes a method and apparatus for protecting optical sensors in harsh industrial environments, particularly welding and machining. In a preferred embodiment, a sacrificial window is utilized which is replaced as needed. Numerous design features of such windows are disclosed. Other embodiments include protective baffles and other features.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 1, 1998
    Assignee: SAMI
    Inventors: Chris Lepain, Ralph Rebner