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US4500864A
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Pressure sensor
Assignee: Aisin Corp
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Filing: 1983-07-05
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Granted: 1985-02-19
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Expires: 2003-07-05
Abstract
Abstract A pressure sensor converts fluid pressures into electrical signals by the deformation of a diaphragm. The pressure sensor is comprised of a strain gauge which includes resistance body of amorphous metal material which may be formed directly on the diaphragm by means of a physical vapor deposition process.
Inventors
- 👤 Takeshi Nakane
- 👤 Katsumi Nakagawa
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 16:30
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01L; G01L1/00; G01L1/20; G01L1/22; G01L1/2287; G01L9/00; G01L9/0041; G01L9/0051; G01L9/02; G01L9/04; G01L9/045
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
60 words
A pressure sensor having a strain gauge for converting fluid pressures into electrical signals comprises a diaphragm adapted to be tensioned under pressure, a casing member supporting said diaphragm and resistance body means of amorphous metal material comprised of nickel, silicon and boron for operating said strain gauge formed on said diaphragm by means of a physical vapor deposition process.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
60 words
A pressure sensor having a strain gauge for converting fluid pressures into electrical signals comprises a diaphragm adapted to be tensioned under pressure, a casing member supporting said diaphragm and resistance body means of amorphous metal material comprised of nickel, silicon and boron for operating said strain gauge formed on said diaphragm by means of a physical vapor deposition process.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
A pressure sensor as set forth in claim 1 wherein said amorphous metal material is Ni 68 Si 15 B 17 .
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
A pressure sensor as set forth in claim 1 wherein said physical vapor deposition process is a sputtering process.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
A pressure sensor as set forth in claim 1 wherein said diaphragm is made of insulating material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
62 words
A pressure sensor according to claim 1 wherein said resistance body means is comprised of a first vortical portion, means for clamping said first vortical portion to said casing member, and a second vortical portion disposed adjacent the center of said diaphragm for sensing strain imparted to said diaphragm and circuit means for providing and electric signal in response to said strain.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
70 words
A pressure sensor as set forth in claim 1 wherein said resistance body means is comprised of two diametrically opposed resistances each having parallel portions extending in a substantially circumferential direction, a pair of diametrically opposed resistances having substantially parallel portions disposed in a substantially radial direction and circuit means including said resistances connected in a bridge circuit for providing an electric signal indicative of strain applied to said resistances.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1988-02-19 | 1988-08-20 | 1989-02-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-02-19 | 1992-08-20 | 1993-02-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-02-19 | 1996-08-20 | 1997-02-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |