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Method and apparatus for measuring volatile content

CA 2343195 C · Owner: Cem Corporation · Inventors: Collins, Michael J.; Jennings, William Edward

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A method and associated apparatus are disclosed for measuring volatile content of samples that are particularly suitable for samples that tend to burn when, heated. The method includes the steps of applying microwave radiation at a predetermined power level to a moisture-containing sample to drive volatiles from the, sample, monitoring the weight of the sample during the application of microwave, power, monitoring the temperature of the sample during the application of microwave, power without contacting either the sample or anything in contact with the sample, and moderating the microwave power being applied to the sample based upon the monitored temperature to maintain the …

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  • Filed September 17, 1999 and granted November 25, 2003. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended September 17, 2019.
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FiledSeptember 17, 1999
GrantedNovember 25, 2003
Term endedSeptember 17, 2019
Patent numberCA 2343195 C
Classification (IPC)G01N5/04 +2 more

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