US3952204A
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Film holder for radiographing tubing
Assignee: Energy Research and Development Administration ERDA
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Filing: 1975-01-14
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Granted: 1976-04-20
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Expires: 1995-01-14
Abstract
Abstract A film cassette is provided which may be easily placed about tubing or piping and readily held in place while radiographic inspection is performed. A pair of precurved light-impervious semi-rigid plastic sheets, hinged at one edge, enclose sheet film together with any metallic foils or screens. Other edges are made light-tight with removable caps, and the entire unit is held securely about the object to be radiographed with a releasable fastener such as a strip of Velcro.
Inventors
- 👤 Earl V. Davis
- 👤 Billy E. Foster
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 12:41
CPC Classifications
G; G03; G03B; G03B42/00; G03B42/02; G03B42/028
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
165 words
An improved film holder for the radiographic inspection of circumferential welds in piping comprising a pair of opaque plastic semi-rigid cylindrical members each being slit longitudinally, said members being joined to each other at one slit edge thereof by means of an integral, flexible opaque hinge so as to permit one of said members to be folded into the interior of the other member such as to secure a sheet of film and other desired sheet materials between said members when thus folded, a pair of opaque plastic slotted cylindrical end caps, each having an open end and adapted to be fitted over the respective ends of said members when folded, a longitudinal opaque plastic cap adapted to be fitted over the other slit edges of said members and the open ends of said end caps thereby effecting a light-tight enclosure for said film, and means for releasably holding said film holder about a piece of piping being inspected during exposure to a radiographic source.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
165 words
An improved film holder for the radiographic inspection of circumferential welds in piping comprising a pair of opaque plastic semi-rigid cylindrical members each being slit longitudinally, said members being joined to each other at one slit edge thereof by means of an integral, flexible opaque hinge so as to permit one of said members to be folded into the interior of the other member such as to secure a sheet of film and other desired sheet materials between said members when thus folded, a pair of opaque plastic slotted cylindrical end caps, each having an open end and adapted to be fitted over the respective ends of said members when folded, a longitudinal opaque plastic cap adapted to be fitted over the other slit edges of said members and the open ends of said end caps thereby effecting a light-tight enclosure for said film, and means for releasably holding said film holder about a piece of piping being inspected during exposure to a radiographic source.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The film holder set forth in claim 1, wherein said members and caps are constructed from polyvinyl chloride.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-04-20 | 1979-10-20 | 1980-04-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-04-20 | 1983-10-20 | 1984-04-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-04-20 | 1987-10-20 | 1988-04-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |