Precision inclinometer with digital numerical readout
CA 1212228 A · Owner: Sperry Corporation · Inventors: Hoogervorst, Thomas R.; Swartz, Harold L.; Lane, Lynn R.
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An inclinometer providing a digital numerical readout includes a level sensor responsive to orientation and means for driving a liquid crystal display to indicate the inclination of a surface with a high degree of precision. Features include high stability with changes in battery voltage and surround temperature a battery, condition monitor, freedom from operational adjustments after the initial calibration, and partial blanking of the display to alert a user that the linear inclination limit has been reached. The direct reading digital readout permits ease of operation and a high degree of accuracy and repeatability. Circuitry is especially adapted for low power consumption.
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- Granted October 7, 1986. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended October 7, 2003.
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